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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    This statement is expected to end speculation in Nyanza over the party’s political direction.

    Oburu declares ODM won't field presidential candidate, endorses Ruto
  3. Capital News

    He urged residents of Siaya County and the wider Nyanza region to take advantage of ongoing national identification and voter registration exercises to enhance representation and participation in governance.

    PS Omollo Calls on Kenyans to Support Sovereign Wealth Fund as Tool for Future Prosperity
  4. Citizen Digital

    PHOTO|FILE Audio By Vocalize ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has assured party members of free and fair nominations ahead of the 2027 General Election, while urging residents of the Nyanza region to register as voters to strengthen the party's bargaining power in the event

    ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga assures of free and fair party nominations
  5. Citizen Digital

    He observed that the Nyanza region has the potential to register nearly one million new voters and encouraged all eligible citizens aged 18 years and above to register.

    Sovereign Wealth Fund law will safeguard Kenya's natural resource revenues - PS Omollo
  6. Citizen Digital

    Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi on his part defended the empowerment programmes and millions of shillings channeled to the Nyanza region in the name of empowerment.

    ODM leaders claim Uhuru using Linda Mwananchi group to divide party
  7. Citizen Digital

    Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi on his part defended the empowerment programmes and millions of shillings channeled to the Nyanza region in the name of empowerment.

    ODM leaders claim Uhuru using Linda Mwananchi group to divide party
  8. Capital News

    NAIROBI,Kenya, Jul 5-Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration, Raymond Omollo, has defended the Kenya Kwanza administration’s development agenda in the Nyanza region, saying the ongoing investments demonstrate the government’s commitment to equitable

    PS Omollo Defends Kenya Kwanza’s Nyanza Development Drive, Says Region Deserves Equal Share Of National Resources
  9. The Standard

    This came as politicians allied to the Linda Mwananchi wing yesterday made entry into Gusii region in a bid to consolidate the Nyanza and Western Kenya voting blocs.

    Scores injured in attack on Linda Mwananchi convoy
  10. The Standard

    Audio By Vocalize Uriri MP Mark Nyamita has emerged as Nyanza's top-performing legislator in the latest Infotrak Elected Leaders Performance Rating, leading a strong showing by lawmakers from the region in the national rankings.The survey, which assessed Members of Parliament on

    Uriri's Mark Nyamita leads Nyanza MPs in Infotrak's performance ranking
  11. June 2026
  12. Citizen Digital

    Wandayi accuses Orengo of misleading Nyanza, dares him to declare presidential candidacy By George Amolo June 29, 2026 09:18 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo

    Wandayi accuses Orengo of misleading Nyanza, dares him to declare presidential candidacy

Monday 3 August

  1. Police arrest suspected drug trafficker in Migori pursuit

    Police in Nyatike Sub-County, Migori County arrested a suspected drug trafficker and seized cannabis sativa following a high-speed motorcycle pursuit. The arrest is part of an escalating anti-narcotics campaign across Migori County.

    3 August 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 2 August

  1. Western Kenya's lack of political cohesion limits presidential influence

    An opinion piece argues that Western Kenya, despite its electoral significance and producing millions of votes and capable leaders, has rarely mounted a united presidential campaign, instead entering contests divided and serving as kingmaker rather than competing for the presidency itself.

    2 August 2026 · The Standard

Friday 31 July

  1. Busia, Bungoma, Vihiga open fifth Chapa Dimba finals

    Busia, Bungoma and Vihiga counties will begin the fifth edition of Safaricom Chapa Dimba this weekend with county playoffs on Saturday to determine two boys' and two girls' finalist teams in each county, followed by county finals on Sunday, 2nd August.

    31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Upper Hill targets national sevens title at KSSSA games

    Upper Hill, the current national rugby 15s champions, are competing in the 2026 KSSSA National Term Two games beginning Sunday at Mpesa Foundation Academy, Thika, aiming to excel in rugby sevens with a squad featuring Grade 10 learners including national Under-16 players.

    29 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Boys' volleyball: 2026 KSSSA nationals begin Sunday at Thika

    Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association National Term Two volleyball games begin Sunday at Mpesa Foundation Academy, Thika, with the national throne vacant following the elimination of defending champions Cheptil Senior School. Malava Boys Seniors School, 2023 runner-up seeking to reclaim their 2018 title, faces competition from 2023 national winners Ruthimitu Senior School and North Eastern champions Furaha Mixed Senior School.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. Health experts warn hepatitis B remains silent epidemic in Kenya

    Scientists and health experts say hepatitis B has remained a silent epidemic in Kenya because many people living with it remain undiagnosed, citing stigma, inadequate diagnostic capacity, low public awareness and chronic underfunding as barriers. Hepatitis B and C are the biggest public health concern because they are transmitted similarly to HIV, including from mother to child, through unprotected sex and exposure to infected blood.

    28 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 26 July

  1. Convicted murderer Okoth Obado's political rise and fall

    Okoth Obado was a prominent political figure in Nyanza who commanded significant support in Migori and stood against ODM's political dominance, but is now a convicted murderer.

    26 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 24 July

  1. Laiser Hill rugby academy targets national title at KSSSA games

    Former national and East Africa rugby 7s champions Laiser Hill Academy finished 10th at last year's nationals and are now competing among 16 teams at the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association National Term Two games (August 2–6, Mpesa Foundation Academy, Thika), aiming to secure qualification for the 2026 East Africa games in Morogoro, Tanzania.

    24 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 23 July

  1. Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado convicted in Sharon Otieno murder case

    Okoth Obado, a former Migori County governor and prominent Nyanza politician, has been convicted in the Sharon Otieno murder case and remanded for 21 days ahead of sentencing, marking the end of his political career.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 20 July

  1. Nyanza leaders urge Ruto to increase regional development, pledge 2027 support

    Nyanza leaders including Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed have urged President William Ruto to initiate more development projects in the region to bolster his re-election bid in 2027, arguing that the President has demonstrated commitment to equitable development across the country.

    20 July 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 19 July

  1. Linda Mwananchi Movement launches Western Kenya campaign rallies

    The Linda Mwananchi Movement is intensifying its political campaign in Western Kenya with planned rallies in Trans Nzoia and Bungoma, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other allies, as part of a broader grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    19 July 2026 · Capital News

  2. Ex-MP calls IEBC to bar violent politicians from 2027 election

    UGM party leader Augustino Neto has urged the IEBC to take disciplinary action against politicians who perpetrate violence, citing incidents during the Ol Kalau parliamentary by-election and opposition rallies. Neto proposed that the electoral commission should bar politicians who perpetrate violence from vying for any elective post in 2027.

    19 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 17 July

  1. Kisii public doctors withdraw services over unpaid dues

    The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union in Kisii announced withdrawal of services by doctors in public health facilities after the county failed to settle accumulated and pending pay. The union had issued conditions in June requiring full payment by the 5th of each month, threatening go-slows and scaling back of activities if deadlines were not met.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kisii doctors withdraw services over unpaid county dues

    The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union in Kisii has announced withdrawal of services by members in public health facilities after the county failed to settle accumulated and pending pay. The union had issued conditions in June requiring payment by the 5th of each month, threatening a go-slow or scaling back to emergency services if the deadline was missed.

    17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Judge Muchelule's stolen pistol recovered from robbery suspect

    A Beretta pistol belonging to Court of Appeal Judge Justice Aggrey Muchelule was recovered by detectives following a shootout with a robbery suspect in Machakos County. The judge reported the firearm missing from his Kitusuru home when police contacted him on July 14, saying he had last checked it in October 2025 and had not noticed the theft.

    15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 14 July

  1. PS Omollo urges clerics to rebuke divisive politicians ahead of elections

    Interior PS Raymond Omollo has challenged religious leaders to admonish political leaders who make discriminatory and hateful comments in churches, particularly as the country approaches next year's general election. He urged clergy to prevent politicians from making divisive ethnic-based statements designed to discredit opponents.

    14 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 13 July

  1. Kenya's goon culture and gang violence alarm political leaders

    Kenya's deepening culture of organized crime and hired goons is fuelling anxiety ahead of next year's General Election, with political leaders, religious figures and security chiefs at odds over rising violence that some warn could tip the country toward lawlessness. Siaya Governor James Orengo and United Green Movement leader David Maraga have likened the situation to Haiti's political collapse.

    13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Infotrak poll: 33% of Kenyans support broad-based government

    A new Infotrak survey finds that 33 percent of Kenyans support the broad-based government arrangement bringing together leaders from different political parties, while 37 percent oppose it and 27 percent are neutral. Support is strongest in Nyanza and North Eastern regions, while opposition is highest in Nairobi.

    13 July 2026 · Capital News

  3. One killed, several injured in Kisumu church clashes

    A man was killed and another seriously injured during violent clashes outside St. Stephen ACK Church in Kisumu on Sunday, when armed groups confronted each other outside a church service attended by Siaya Governor James Orengo and Linda Mwananchi movement leaders. Police responded after reports of armed men gathering outside the church; nine motorcycles were set on fire and a government vehicle was damaged during the incident.

    13 July 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 12 July

  1. ODM will not field presidential candidate in 2027

    ODM leader Oburu Oginga announced that the party will not field a presidential candidate in 2027 and will instead support President William Ruto's re-election bid, arguing the move strengthens a broad-based government and ensures Nyanza benefits from national development projects.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. ODM will not field presidential candidate, Oburu says

    ODM leader Oburu Oginga has declared that the party will not field a presidential candidate in the next General Election and will instead support President Ruto's re-election bid. Oburu said the party completed consultations for a pre-election coalition agreement and found Ruto suitable for presidency, citing his incorporation of ODM members in government.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 11 July

  1. Interior PS urges Kenyans to back newly established Sovereign Wealth Fund

    Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has called on Kenyans to embrace the newly established Sovereign Wealth Fund, describing it as a critical instrument for protecting the country's natural resource wealth and securing prosperity for future generations. He noted that the fund, following President William Ruto's assent to the Sovereign Wealth Fund Act, will ensure that proceeds from natural resources are invested strategically to support economic growth and improve livelihoods.

    11 July 2026 · Capital News

  2. ODM chairperson assures free, fair nominations ahead 2027 election

    ODM National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has assured party members of free and fair nominations ahead of the 2027 General Election, emphasizing that ODM members, not party leaders, will determine who receives the party ticket for various elective positions.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Sovereign Wealth Fund Act safeguards Kenya's natural resource revenues

    PS Dr Raymond Omollo has praised the enactment of the Sovereign Wealth Fund Act, recently assented to by President William Ruto, as establishing a legal framework for managing and investing revenues from Kenya's natural resources to ensure long-term national benefit. Omollo noted that Kenya previously lacked a comprehensive mechanism to preserve proceeds from natural resource exploitation for future generations.

    11 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 5 July

  1. ODM leaders accuse Sifuna faction of serving Uhuru interests

    ODM leaders including Junet Mohamed and Opiyo Wandayi have accused the Linda Mwananchi faction led by Senator Edwin Sifuna of being used by retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to divide the party. The leaders also challenged DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua over his political activities in Nairobi.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. ODM leaders accuse Sifuna faction of Uhuru-backed party division

    ODM leaders led by Junet Mohamed and Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi accused the Linda Mwananchi faction of being used by retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to divide the party, claiming they are misleading Kenyans. They also challenged DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua, saying Nairobi belongs to ODM.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. PS Omollo defends Kenya Kwanza's Nyanza development investments

    Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo defended the Kenya Kwanza administration's development agenda in Nyanza region, saying the government is committed to equitable distribution of resources and that Nyanza deserves the same development opportunities as other parts of the country. He cited ongoing improvements in infrastructure, flood control, water projects, affordable housing, electricity connectivity, and youth empowerment.

    5 July 2026 · Capital News

Saturday 4 July

  1. Scores injured in attack on Linda Mwananchi convoy at Keumbu

    Suspected hired goons attacked a Linda Mwananchi political convoy at Keumbu in Kisii by hurling stones and sticks, injuring scores of people, as politicians affiliated with the Linda Mwananchi faction moved into the Gusii region to consolidate support in Nyanza and Western Kenya.

    4 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Uriri MP Nyamita tops Nyanza in Infotrak performance ranking

    Uriri MP Mark Nyamita has emerged as the highest-ranked legislator from Nyanza in Infotrak's latest Elected Leaders Performance Rating, which assessed MPs on accessibility, responsiveness, accountability, visibility and fulfilment of campaign promises. Nyamita secured a place in the national Top 100, and credits his ranking to efforts including a digitised bursary system in his constituency.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 29 June

  1. Cabinet Secretary Wandayi attacks Orengo over government participation stance

    Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi criticized Siaya Governor James Orengo for what he characterized as misleading the Luo community by discouraging government participation, arguing that regional leaders are working within government to advance the region's development agenda.

    29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

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