Kenya Politics & Government3 stories
Churches in Kenya are increasingly becoming sites of political conflict, highlighted by a recent incident at Witima Anglican Church of Kenya in Othaya, Nyeri County. On January 25, 2026, suspected plain-clothes police officers deployed teargas into the church, causing attendees to flee. The chaos occurred during a service attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Following the event, Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi spoke on Tuesday, January 27, to deny any involvement in the attack. The incident has led to a re-evaluation of the role of the pulpit in politics, particularly noting its influence on President William Ruto's rise to power.
