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… Several affordable housing projects, modern markets and hostels are also underway and set for completion. “The development taking place here is because the President believes that the people of Yatta, Machakos and the entire Ukambani region deserve roads, electricity, water, land …
There's no place for goons in Kenya, perpetrators will face full force of the law - DP KindikiThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeA section of UDA leaders from Kitui County have urged Ukambani residents to shun party-based politics and support leaders based on their track record ahead of the 2027 General Election. …
Ruto allies urge Ukambani residents to prioritise development over party politicsCapital News
… To address water challenges and unlock Ukambani’s agricultural potential, President Ruto said the Government has secured KSh10.6 billion to complete the Thwake Dam along the border of Kitui and Makueni counties. …
Mwengi Mutuse Leads Makueni Leaders Into UDACapital News
… To address water challenges and unlock Ukambani’s agricultural potential, President Ruto said the Government has secured KSh10.6 billion to complete the Thwake Dam along the border of Kitui and Makueni counties. …
Mwengi Mutuse Leads Makueni Leaders Into UDACitizen Digital
… To address water challenges and unlock Ukambani's agricultural potential, President Ruto said the Government has secured Ksh.10.6 billion to complete the Thwake Dam along the border of Kitui and Makueni counties. …
President Ruto unveils Ksh.30B projects in Makueni, vows no region will be left behindCitizen Digital
… To address water challenges and unlock Ukambani's agricultural potential, President Ruto said the Government has secured Ksh.10.6 billion to complete the Thwake Dam along the border of Kitui and Makueni counties. …
President Ruto unveils Ksh.30B projects in Makueni, vows no region will be left behindThe Standard
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua is facing mounting political pressure from a section of UDA leaders in Ukambani to dissolve his Maendeleo Chap Chap (MCC) party and throw his full weight behind President William Ruto's re-election bid. …
Ukambani UDA leaders give CS Mutua ultimatum to dissolve Maendeleo Chap ChapCitizen Digital
… He sources his charcoal from Ukambani, noting that purchase prices fluctuate depending on supply. …
Charcoal trader overcomes challenges to build thriving businessThe Standard
Audio By VocalizePublic Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku during a meeting with 22 clan leaders from Ukambani led by Kamba Clan Governing Council at Sisu Hotel in Machakos, on July 4, 2026. …
CS Ruku denies claims of playing tribal politicsCitizen Digital
Ruto courts Kalonzo, says he will give Ukambani its 'rightful share' By Ayub Abdikadir July 12, 2026 09:43 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A photo of President William Ruto at the launch of the Clean Cookin …
Ruto courts Kalonzo, says he will give Ukambani its 'rightful share'The Anzauni Ndene Clan plans to install Dr Augustus Kyalo Muli as Chief Kyalo Muli I on October 3 at the Anzauni Cultural Grounds in Kitui, marking the first such installation in more than seven decades and described as a reconnection with cultural inheritance.
1 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Anzauni Ndene Clan plans to install Dr Augustus Kyalo Muli as Chief Kyalo Muli I on October 3 at the Anzauni Cultural Grounds in Kitui, marking the first such installation in more than seven decades and described as a reconnection with cultural inheritance.
1 September 2026 · Capital News →
Matungulu MP Stephen Mule faces his toughest challenge yet as five aspirants—Isaiah Munguti, Alina Matheka, James Mwovi, Simon Kathumo, and Samuel Maithya—have declared interest in unseating him ahead of the August 2027 general election. The challengers cite legislative inertia, underdevelopment, and poor representation as reasons to end Mule's decade-plus dominance.
27 August 2026 · The Standard →
National Liberal Party politician Augustus Kyalo Muli is positioning himself as an independent regional force, distinct from both President Ruto and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, as he seeks to build a base in Ukambani ahead of 2027 by following a formula similar to that deployed by Edwin Sifuna and Ndindi Nyoro.
24 August 2026 · Capital News →
National Liberal Party leader Dr Augustus Kyalo Muli has announced his bid for the Kitui Central parliamentary seat in 2027, describing it as the first step in a broader political journey. The move comes as current MP Makali Mulu pursues the Kitui governorship, and Muli has built grassroots support through community initiatives and development work in the constituency.
22 August 2026 · Capital News →
Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina has urged foreign diplomatic missions in Kenya to pressure President William Ruto's administration over what she alleges is state-sponsored political violence and intolerance of opposition activities. She called on embassies including those of the United States, United Kingdom, Denmark, Norway, France and China to intervene.
22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has stated that DCP is the only political outfit to beat in the Mt. Kenya region, warning other parties seeking ground there that DCP is there to stay. He made the remarks during meet-the-people tours in Nyeri County alongside a Wiper Patriotic Front delegation, consolidating support ahead of next year's General Election.
18 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, Governor Wavinya Ndeti, and Matungulu MP Stephen Mule called out President Ruto over escalating political violence targeting the opposition, citing attacks on Linda Mwananchi's convoy in Homa Bay, Rigathi Gachagua's convoy in Nakuru, and Senator Sifuna. Kalonzo warned Ruto that he would be held responsible should the country slide into anarchy and called the violence an impeachable offense.
16 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Liberal Party declared it is willing to work with either the Opposition or Government ahead of the 2027 General Election, but will only join a political formation that respects Ukambani interests and is prepared to contest independently if necessary. Party leader Augustus Muli said NLP would emerge as an independent bargaining force and confirmed he will seek the Kitui Central parliamentary seat in 2027 on the NLP ticket.
14 August 2026 · Capital News →
Makueni nominated MCA Urbanus Kyalo Wambua, accused of posting inciting remarks on TikTok, was released on Sh200,000 cash bail or alternative bond of Sh500,000 by a Nairobi court. The Wiper-linked politician is barred from contacting or interfering with prosecution witnesses in the cyber harassment case against Kibwezi MP Mutuse.
14 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Liberal Party says it will negotiate with opposition or government for the 2027 General Election but will not compromise the interests of Ukambani region. NLP leader Dr Augustus Muli stated the party is prepared to enter alliances, go alone, or bargain with political formations while retaining its identity.
14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Allies of President William Ruto from Ukambani are urging the opposition to focus on Kenya's long-term development beyond the next General Election, with UDA National Organising Secretary Vincent Musyoka Kawaya arguing that development should transcend five-year electoral cycles and presidential term limits.
14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku accused Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka of keeping the Kamba community away from government programmes for political gain while enjoying state privileges himself, and urged him to join the Kenya Kwanza administration.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A photograph of Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka meeting Alice Muthama, daughter of former UDA Chairman Johnson Muthama, has fueled speculation about former Senator Muthama's political future, weeks after he publicly disagreed with Kenya Kwanza figures. Alice Muthama, who is seeking the Matungulu parliamentary seat, described the meeting as an opportunity to seek guidance from a veteran politician.
4 August 2026 · Capital News →
UDA leaders in Kitui County have appealed to Ukambani residents to support President William Ruto's re-election bid, describing him as a visionary leader with a clear development agenda including Vision 2060, citing infrastructure projects and government investment in the region.
2 August 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has ruled out pre-election talks with President William Ruto, insisting he will only engage the Head of State after the 2027 General Election. He dismissed speculation that he was planning to abandon the United Opposition and enter into a political pact with Ruto ahead of the polls.
1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece examines why Africa's climate story is not resonating, drawing on personal experience of disrupted rainfall patterns and farming practices in Ukambani to illustrate how climate change is destabilizing traditional seasonal calendars that generations of farming decisions relied upon.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA women have condemned attacks and intimidation based on political affiliation, saying Kenyans have the right to support leaders and parties of their choice. They cited the case of Rachel Wandeto and called on all Kenyans to respect divergent political views, urging opposition leaders to focus on issues and policies rather than attacking individuals.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Anzauni, one of the largest clans in the Akamba community, is set to install Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli as its first officially recognized clan chief on October 3, 2026, in what elders describe as a historic milestone more than six decades after Kenya attained independence. The clan, with an estimated 400,000 members across multiple regions in Kenya and parts of Tanzania, says the installation restores its cultural identity and traditional leadership after operating without a recognized chief since independence.
26 July 2026 · Capital News →
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya declared at a Linda Mwananchi rally in Western Kenya that the region will end political fragmentation and speak with one voice to seek leadership representation ahead of the 2027 General Election, moving beyond what he described as years of "begging" for government inclusion.
26 July 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the government will take stern action against anyone using goons to disrupt peace, regardless of whether they support the government or opposition, declaring that national security and stability are paramount and all forms of violence must be rejected.
23 July 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki declared that the government will not tolerate the use of goons to disrupt the country's peace, stating that anyone sponsoring them—from either government or opposition sides—will face the full force of the law. He emphasized that national security and stability require saying no to violence and the misuse of young people in politics.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA leaders from Kitui County, including Kitui South MP Rachael Kaki, have urged Ukambani residents to support leaders based on track record rather than party affiliation ahead of 2027, citing Kenya Kwanza administration's development projects in the region including road tarmacking and an Enziu Bridge project.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto hosted grassroots leaders from Makueni County at State House and updated them on development projects including KSh15 billion for affordable housing, KSh2.7 billion for roads, and KSh10.6 billion for the Thwake Dam. The delegation, led by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, subsequently joined the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
17 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto hosted grassroots leaders from Makueni County at State House and updated them on government investments in the county, including KSh15 billion for affordable housing, KSh2.7 billion for roads, and KSh10.6 billion for the Thwake Dam. The delegation, led by Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, subsequently joined the United Democratic Alliance.
17 July 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto met with grassroots leaders from Makueni County and announced Ksh.30 billion in development projects, including Ksh.15 billion for affordable housing, markets, and student hostels, plus Ksh.2.7 billion for roads this financial year.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Ruto told a Makueni County delegation at State House that the Government is investing Ksh.15 billion in affordable housing, modern markets, and student hostels, plus Ksh.2.7 billion in roads this financial year, while pledging no region will be left behind in the country's transformation.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua is facing pressure from UDA leaders in Ukambani to dissolve his Maendeleo Chap Chap party and fully back President William Ruto's re-election bid.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
A charcoal trader in Pipeline estate has built a sustainable livelihood since 2020 by persisting through fluctuating prices, theft, and unpaid debts, sourcing charcoal from Ukambani and developing a loyal customer base through determination.
14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku rejected accusations of tribal politics, saying regional leaders have a constitutional duty to advocate for their communities' development priorities and fair resource allocation. He also defended Deputy President Kithure Kindiki from allegations linking him to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment.
14 July 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto extended an olive branch to Wiper Democratic Movement leader Kalonzo Musyoka while speaking at a church service in Kitui County, pledging to give Ukambani its "rightful share" and emphasising the broad-based government formed after the 2024 Gen Z-led protests as a path to national unity and prosperity.
12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →