… The late Gideon Konchella garnered 11,827 votes, while Independent candidate Leonard Cheruiyot received 17,079 votes.Tunai has also attracted support from Narok West MP Gabriel Tongoyo aspiring for the gubernatorial race with governor Patrick ole Ntutu, whose influence within cou …
… Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu, who accompanied Tuya to the function, used the gathering to showcase his administration’s development agenda, announcing new projects and employment opportunities aimed at strengthening service delivery across the county. …
Audio By VocalizeNarok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu at a past event. [File, Standard] Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu has declared Narok Town a no-go zone for demonstrators ahead of the planned June 25 protests to commemorate victims of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations. …
… "Ukikuja kutuambia Linda Kenya, sijui linda nini, tutakutana kwa debe, na debe ndiyo itaamua, wananchi ndiyo wataamua,” Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu stated. …
… Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu welcomed the initiative and pledged the county government’s support to ensure successful implementation of the project.The governor said he had been briefed on the project’s scope, environmental and social safeguards and stakeholder engagement pro …
… President William Ruto, Narok County Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu, County MP Rebecca Tonkei, Kilgoris MP Julius Sunkuli and several Narok leaders condoled with the family."I have sadly learnt of the death of Honourable Gideon Konchela, former MP for Kilgoris constituency. …
… Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu echoed the call, saying the community established the college in 2024 with support from international partners to equip residents with practical skills in wildlife management, hospitality, and tourism. …
… Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu lauded voters for maintaining peace during the exercise, saying Keter’s victory reflected residents’ confidence in his leadership and in the ruling UDA party.“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Keter on being duly elected as the Member of Pa …
… In recent months, the legislator has accused Governor Patrick ole Ntutu’s administration of slow development and lack of transformative leadership. …
Former Narok Governor Samuel Kuntai Ole Tunai has secured backing from elders representing seven Maasai clans, including the Ildamat clan, ahead of the 2027 General Election race for the Narok Senate seat against incumbent Senator Ledama Ole Kina. The endorsement, announced at a meeting in Narok Town, was led by 56 elders from the Narok Council of Elders, who cited Tunai's leadership experience, development record, and efforts to foster community unity during his governorship.
Former Narok Governor Samuel Kuntai Ole Tunai has secured backing from elders representing seven Maasai clans, including the Ildamat clan, ahead of the 2027 General Election race for the Narok Senate seat against incumbent Senator Ledama Ole Kina. The endorsement, announced at a meeting in Narok Town, was led by 56 elders from the Narok Council of Elders, who cited Tunai's leadership experience, development record, and efforts to foster community unity during his governorship.
Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya defended President William Ruto's administration at a church fundraiser in Narok, arguing that the government's tough reforms—including health sector changes, the Sovereign Wealth Fund, and Infrastructure Fund—are necessary for economic transformation and poverty reduction. She said development requires difficult decisions that Kenyans should support, and criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for allegedly encouraging communities to reject development initiatives for political reasons.
The annual wildebeest migration has officially begun at Maasai Mara National Reserve, with herds crossing the Sand River from Tanzania's Serengeti. The arrival marks the start of a two-month period during which predators including lions, cheetahs, leopards, hyenas, and crocodiles will have abundant prey.
Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu has declared Narok Town off-limits to demonstrators planning to commemorate victims of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations on June 25, citing intelligence reports that groups from neighbouring counties aim to disrupt activities and destroy property. Ntutu said authorities would monitor roads into the town and prevent demonstrators from entering, emphasising that stability is critical given the county's strategic location as the gateway to Maasai Mara during the tourism high season.
The funeral of Maasai elder and former land rights activist Harun Lempaka in Narok South became a political battleground, with leaders from the opposition and ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition trading barbs over the 2027 electoral contest. Siaya Governor James Orengo led opposition tributes and asserted he is the legitimate ODM party leader backing the Linda Mwananchi movement.
Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) announced plans to upgrade 536 kilometres of rural roads and corridors across Rift Valley counties under the Roads for Rural Economic Development Project, aiming to improve rural connectivity, enhance market access, and spur economic growth in agricultural areas.
Gideon Sitelu Konchellah, former Kilgoris MP and Minister for Immigration, has died following cardiac arrest at a Nairobi hospital. The veteran lawmaker, whose political career spanned more than two decades, was a prominent figure in South Rift politics.
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba told graduates of the Wildlife Tourism College of Maasai Mara that the future of global tourism depends on innovation and technology as tourists increasingly seek authentic experiences, sustainability, and digital convenience. He urged the 50 graduands to embrace emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, digital marketing, and online booking platforms to succeed in the changing market.
United Democratic Alliance candidate David Kipsang Keter has been elected the new MP for Emurua Dikirr Constituency, garnering 18,266 votes to defeat Democracy for Citizens Party candidate Vincent Kibet Rotich, who received 10,760 votes. The by-election followed the death of former MP Johanna Ngeno in a helicopter crash earlier this year.
Former Narok North MP Moitalel ole Kenta has declared his bid for Narok County governor, alleging that the 2022 election was flawed and that the current administration lacks legitimacy. Kenta, recently appointed Jubilee Party Secretary General, is positioning himself as a unifying figure ahead of the 2027 General Election.