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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has officially declared parts of Laikipia, Meru, and Isiolo counties as security-disturbed and dangerous, effective March 26, 6pm for 30 days. This declaration enables a major security operation to combat escalating criminal activities and banditry in the region. The government had earlier deployed the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to support the operation. Parts of Laikipia, Meru, and Isiolo counties have been declared security-disturbed and dangerous for 30 days following a gazette notice issued on March 26, 2026. This declaration enables a major security operation to combat escalating criminal activities and banditry. The government cited escalating criminal activities and banditry as the reason for the security operation.

The Orange Democratic Movement held a Special Delegates Convention on Friday, March 27, 2026, resulting in a significant leadership reshuffle. Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was removed as deputy party leader during the convention, replaced in a purge of party leadership. The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal halted the planned removal of Edwin Sifuna as ODM's Secretary-General, rejecting the removal attempt. ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna declared that the party cannot align with what he termed as a "killer government" due to fundamental differences in values.

Police lobbed teargas at Jamhuri Grounds, Nairobi, on March 27, 2026, to disperse youths attempting to force their way into the ODM Special Delegates Convention. The ODM party held its first Special Delegates Convention since the death of Raila Odinga in October 2025, with two factions holding separate meetings - one at Jamhuri Grounds and another at Ufungamano House. ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna declared the NDC meeting at Jamhuri Grounds fake, while his speech was abruptly cut short after police intervened to evict Linda Mwananchi attendees. ODM Deputy Party Leader Geoffrey Osotsi accused authorities of deploying soldiers overnight to disrupt the party's activities.

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, and other leaders from the ODM "Linda Mwananchi" faction overpowered police to gain entry into Ufungamano House, holding a parallel meeting to the Special Delegates Convention led by ODM leader Oburu Odinga at Jamhuri grounds. Siaya Governor James Orengo led youth into Ufungamano Grounds following a reported standoff, invoking the legacy of Raila Odinga and calling for major political and constitutional changes. The Linda Mwananchi faction accused President William Ruto of interfering in opposition party affairs, while a faction aligned with Sifuna planned a rally in Mombasa amid escalating ODM tensions.

Sidian Bank has appointed John Okulo as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026, recruiting him from KCB Bank Kenya where he was Director of Corporate Banking. KCB has responded by appointing Peter Kipkorir Ng'eno as its new Director of Corporate Banking to replace Okulo, with the appointment effective March 27, 2026 and subject to regulatory approval. At the same time, KCB Bank Kenya secured Sh12.5 billion from the Green Climate Fund to support green projects for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and farmers.

A deeply disturbing discovery was made in Kericho where 33 bodies, including those of children, were found in a mass grave. Preliminary findings confirmed that children discovered in the mass grave died from blunt force head injuries, with 25 bodies of children examined and 4 showing head injuries. However, further investigation revealed most of the deceased likely died from prematurity, with few signs of physical injury. The circumstances surrounding their deaths and how they ended up in this unmarked resting place remain largely unknown.

ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna's speech was abruptly cut short at a party meeting in Nairobi after police intervened to evict attendees identified as 'Linda Mwananchi'. Sifuna expressed dismay as police trucks were observed outside the planned meeting venue. Siaya Governor James Orengo led a group of youth into Ufungamano Grounds following a reported standoff and issued a strong warning that any assault on individuals will result in swift and severe consequences. ODM Deputy Party Leader Geoffrey Osotsi accused authorities of deploying soldiers overnight to disrupt the party's activities. Additionally, James Orengo declared readiness to "die for our country" amidst concerns within the party during a press conference where Sifuna stated that ODM is in danger and cannot align with what he termed a "killer government" due to fundamental differences in values.

Mp Peter Salasya has revealed his major obstacle in his quest to marry four wives: shyness. This personal admission about relationship difficulties follows similar personal revelations from other Kenyan figures. Media personality Oga Obinna shared his heartbreak after discovering his ex-girlfriend was cheating on him with her gym trainer. Meanwhile, Kenyan comedian Cartoon Comedian is set to reveal details about her breakup and single motherhood journey. All three stories represent public figures openness about personal relationship challenges.