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Order a long-term news report on Trans Nzoia
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Citizen Digital
Natembeya seeks explanation over repeated withdrawal of security By Kenneth Gachie October 15, 2026 12:09 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has called o …
Natembeya seeks explanation over repeated withdrawal of securityCitizen Digital
… Meanwhile, President Ruto, who toured West Pokot and Trans Nzoia counties on Wednesday, trained his guns on Linda Mwananchi leaders, singling out Equitable Party leader Edwin Sifuna and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya. …
Kenya Kwanza allies mock Constitution, call for Ruto-only ballotCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 14 — Governors Wavinya Ndeti of Machakos, Kimani Wamatangi of Kiambu, Irungu Kang’ata of Murang’a, Ochilo Ayacko of Migori, George Natembeya of Trans Nzoia and Isaac Mutuma of Meru have emerged among the top performers in Timely Kenya’s fourth-year devolution …
Ndeti, Wamatangi top Timely Kenya’s fourth-year devolution scorecardCapital News
… The county emerged first in the poll’s ranking of the five happiest counties, followed by Murang’a, Narok, Machakos and Trans Nzoia, according to the pollster’s fourth edition of the Devolution Scorecard, released on Wednesday marking four years after the 2022 General Election. …
West Pokot named Kenya’s happiest county in new devolution surveyCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 11- Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has rejected President William Ruto’s accusation that his Tawe movement is frustrating development in the county, insisting residents should not have to seek the President’s approval to access public resources. …
Natembeya Challenges Ruto Over Endebess Hospital FundingCitizen Digital
Ruto accuses Natembeya of blocking development projects in Trans Nzoia By Melita Ole Tenges October 10, 2026 07:58 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto has taken a swipe …
Ruto accuses Natembeya of blocking development projects in Trans NzoiaCapital News
… Speaking in Trans Nzoia during Mazingira Day celebrations on Saturday, Barasa said the country had already surpassed the two-billion mark and was now stepping up efforts to meet the ambitious target. …
Kenya on course to hit 15 billion tree target: CS BarasaThe Standard
… The Uganda border spans five Kenyan counties: Busia, Bungoma, Trans Nzoia, West Pokot and Turkana. …
IEBC should make it clear who is eligible to vote and where in 2027The Standard
… of Ambassador Mzee Burudi Nabwera, a distinguished leader and diplomat who served our nation with dedication and honour,” Oparanya said.Former Kiminini MP Chris Wamalwa recalled Nabwera’s guidance during his time in Parliament and as he pursued his ambition to become Trans Nzoia …
Former Cabinet minister Burudi Nabwera is deadThe Standard
… Rainfall is expected in parts of West Pokot, Siaya, Elgeyo Marakwet, Bungoma, Kakamega, Nakuru, Trans Nzoia, Kericho, Kisii, Homa Bay and Kisumu counties. …
Kenya Met announces onset of rainfall warning of strong windsNacada CEO Anthony Omerikwa and former EACC CEO Halakhe Waqo are among nine candidates shortlisted for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Chief Executive Officer position. The other shortlisted candidates are Harley Mutisya, Edmund Malitt, Andrew Kimani, Mohamed Abdi, Edward Ngeywa, Martina Yattani, and Nelly Ilongo.
18 hours ago · The Standard →
Nacada CEO Anthony Omerikwa and former EACC CEO Halakhe Waqo are among nine candidates shortlisted for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Chief Executive Officer position. The other shortlisted candidates are Harley Mutisya, Edmund Malitt, Andrew Kimani, Mohamed Abdi, Edward Ngeywa, Martina Yattani, and Nelly Ilongo.
18 hours ago · The Standard →
The Ogiek, Mt Elgon's original inhabitants who endured evictions from 1932 to 2006, are executing a 50-year strategic plan to reclaim their identity and heritage after an Environment and Land Court ruling in September 2022 recognized the 80,000-acre Chepkitale area as community trust land. The community is rebuilding on the moorland with traditional knowledge and support from international indigenous groups.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
More than 2,000 traders from Masinde Muliro Market in Kitale have been given 24-hour eviction notices as Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya invalidated market allocations made by President William Ruto two weeks earlier, leaving the market largely empty.
27 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As Kenya faces forecasts of above-average rainfall and warmer-than-average temperatures during the October–December rains, health experts are urging highland counties to strengthen early-warning systems to detect potential malaria outbreaks, given that the combination of conditions could affect transmission in the Western Kenya Highlands.
26 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At the burial of Burundi Nabwera, Kiminini MP Kakai Bisau urged Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya to cut short his speech to allow the funeral to proceed by 2pm as specified in the deceased's will. The disagreement escalated into a heated seven-minute exchange before a family member intervened to end the standoff.
24 October 2026 · The Standard →
Amos Boaz Masika, official photographer at Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya's office, was arrested by DCI officers in Kitale on Thursday afternoon on unspecified criminal charges. Another staffer, David Musundi from the communications department, has gone underground to evade DCI arrest for unknown reasons.
22 October 2026 · The Standard →
A dispute over voter registration along the Kenya-Uganda border has escalated into a political confrontation between Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, involving President William Ruto and Uganda's government, which has warned its nationals against registering as Kenyan citizens.
21 October 2026 · The Standard →
Linda Mwananchi National Secretariat has condemned attacks on former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, including one during Mashujaa Day celebrations on October 20 where her vehicles were damaged and staff injured, and another on October 18 during a charity event where equipment was stolen. The secretariat has called for investigations into both incidents and criticised the Council of Governors for not speaking out against what it alleges are sponsored attacks on opposition leaders.
21 October 2026 · The Standard →
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua welcomed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Linda Mwananchi brigade members to his Wamunyoro residence in Nyeri on Tuesday, signalling growing prospects of political cooperation ahead of the 2027 General Election.
20 October 2026 · The Standard →
Heavy police deployment at Masinde Muliro Market in Kitale on Monday disrupted business operations amid tensions between President William Ruto and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya. Roadblocks and the security presence prompted traders to stay away from the central business district.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Democracy for the Citizens Party leaders have accused President William Ruto's administration of deliberately frustrating county governments led by governors allied to the United Opposition, citing disruption of Murang'a County's digital health management system affecting 170 health facilities.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called on security to arrest more suspects behind chaos at Raila Odinga's first death anniversary at Migwena grounds in Siaya on October 15, 2026, saying five arrests are insufficient and planners and financiers should also be pursued.
19 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has condemned the forceful takeover of property belonging to the late President Daniel Arap Moi's family adjacent to the Eldoret State Lodge, calling it impunity by the Ruto regime and urging security personnel to vacate immediately.
19 October 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna announced he will run for president in 2027 against President William Ruto, expressing confidence that his new political outfit, Linda Mwananchi, will gain nationwide support despite questions about his experience and resources.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto says the government will build the Trans Nzoia hospital despite political disagreements with Governor George Natembeya, stating that the facility belongs to the people and should not be affected by leadership disputes. The President said Trans Nzoia is part of a wider expansion of healthcare infrastructure, with 10 hospitals already under development in Bomet, Embu and Kwale, and 15 more expected to begin construction next year.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto addressed supporters in Kapsabet, Nandi county, announcing development plans including electricity connections and road expansion, while criticizing opposition figures Edwin Sifuna, Fred Matiang'i, and Kalonzo Musyoka as lacking an agenda for the country.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has condemned alleged threats to arrest Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, warning the government against intimidating opposition leaders and vowing legal resistance to any such attempt.
17 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto launched a KSh1 billion upgrade of Trans Nzoia County Level 5 Hospital in Kitale, accusing Governor George Natembeya of opposing the project and delaying improvements. Ruto said the facility's poor condition had led residents to nickname it "Shakahola" and criticised leaders who put political differences ahead of public services.
16 October 2026 · Capital News →
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and Siaya Governor James Orengo are demanding explanations from the Inspector General of Police over the repeated withdrawal of their security details. Natembeya cited a High Court ruling from 3 June 2025 holding that withdrawing security without prior written notice, an opportunity to be heard and written reasons violated Article 47 of the Constitution.
15 October 2026 · Capital News →
Siaya Governor James Orengo claimed his security detail was withdrawn shortly after attending former PM Raila Odinga's memorial in Bondo, describing it as part of a series of similar incidents. The withdrawal came hours after Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya reported his officers were withdrawn, while Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen alleged the governor associates with individuals he described as goons and was planning violence.
15 October 2026 · The Standard →
Trans Nzia Governor George Natembeya has called on the Inspector-General of Police to explain the repeated withdrawal of his security detail, saying the decision must comply with the Constitution and the rule of law. Natembeya cited Article 47 of the Constitution guaranteeing the right to lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative action, and demanded written reasons for the withdrawals.
15 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pokot South MP David Pkosing called on the IEBC to omit other presidential candidates from the 2027 ballot and retain only President Ruto's name, telling other candidates to take their campaigns elsewhere. The remarks follow similar controversial pro-Ruto statements from other Kenya Kwanza allies in the Rift Valley.
14 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Governors Wavinya Ndeti (Machakos), Kimani Wamatangi (Kiambu), and Irungu Kang'ata (Murang'a) topped Timely Kenya's devolution scorecard, which found that 55.9 per cent of respondents believe devolution is working. The survey assessed public perceptions of county government performance across five devolved sectors four years after the 2022 election.
14 October 2026 · Capital News →
West Pokot has been ranked Kenya's happiest county in a new Timely Kenya survey assessing public perceptions of devolution and county government performance, with Murang'a, Narok, Machakos and Trans Nzoia following in the top five. The survey, conducted between September 21 and October 12, 2026, assessed residents' perceptions across key devolved functions including water, health, education, agriculture and social and economic empowerment.
14 October 2026 · Capital News →
Governor George Natembeya has rejected President William Ruto's accusation that his Tawe movement is frustrating development in Trans Nzoia county, challenging the Head of State's assertion that political hostility has delayed the proposed Endebess Hospital. Natembeya argued that development is a constitutional right for all Kenyans and should not depend on the President's approval or favor to political allies.
11 October 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto accused Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya of blocking national government development projects, including a hospital, in the county during a tree-planting exercise. Ruto dismissed the opposition's prospects in the 2027 elections and called for development-focused policies over political conflict.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Environment Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa says Kenya has surpassed the two-billion-tree mark and is on course to achieve its 15-billion-tree target by 2032. The government has put in place policies, legal frameworks and strategies to support the national tree-growing campaign, which aims to increase forest cover, restore degraded land, protect water sources and strengthen climate resilience.
10 October 2026 · Capital News →
An opinion piece argues that the IEBC must address allegations of non-citizens registering to vote, particularly following reports of Ugandan nationals obtaining Kenyan identification and registering ahead of the 2027 election. The editorial warns that unresolved concerns about cross-border voter registration could undermine public confidence in the election's legitimacy.
10 October 2026 · The Standard →
Burudi Nabwera, Kenya's first permanent representative to the United Nations (1963–1970) and first ambassador to the United States, has died aged 99. He later served as Minister of State in the Office of the President under Daniel arap Moi, KANU secretary-general, and MP for Lugari Constituency from 1988.
9 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Meteorological Department has announced the onset of rainfall in parts of West Pokot, Siaya, Elgeyo Marakwet, Bungoma, Kakamega, Nakuru, Trans Nzoia, Kericho, Kisii, Homa Bay, Kisumu, Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Nyandarua, Meru, Nyeri, Embu, Kirinyaga, Tharaka Nithi, Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi and Lamu counties. Strong southerly to southeasterly winds exceeding 25 knots are expected over parts of Turkana, Samburu and Marsabit counties, with the department warning residents to take precautions against flooding and follow official weather updates.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →