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HomeDaily NewsMonday, May 18, 2026Murkomen Vows Crackdown on Hate-Fuelled Political Violence After Artist Wandetto Attack - May 2026
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Murkomen Vows Crackdown on Hate-Fuelled Political Violence After Artist Wandetto Attack - May 2026

Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of police Douglas Kanja have ordered a swift investigation after a female gospel singer was severely attacked and set on fire in Mwiki, with the incident potentially linked to political motives. Gospel artiste Rachel Wandeto died after being doused with petrol and set ablaze, an act reportedly linked to her political beliefs. President William Ruto has vowed justice for Rachel Wandetto, a woman who tragically died after being set on fire over tattoos of the President and pro-government messages on her body. Murkomen has vowed that justice will be served for the disturbing incident, with the attack occurring on May 16 in Mwiki, Kasarani.

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Murkomen Vows Crackdown on Hate-Fuelled Political Violence After Artist Wandetto Attack

Murkomen Vows Crackdown on Hate-Fuelled Political Violence After Artist Wandetto Attack

Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed a crackdown on political violence following a brutal attack on artist Rachel Wandetto. Wandetto was reportedly doused with petrol and set on fire on May 16 in Mwiki, Kasarani, allegedly due to her political views.

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Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed a crackdown on political violence following a brutal attack on artist Rachel Wandetto. Wandetto was reportedly doused with petrol and set on fire on May 16 in Mwiki, Kasarani, allegedly due to her political views.

  • Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen condemned the attack and promised swift action against perpetrators.
  • Artist Rachel Wandetto sustained severe burns and is receiving treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.
  • The incident has raised concerns about rising political intolerance and hate speech in Kenya.
Monday 8:41 AMKenyans

Murkomen Issues Orders After Gospel Singer is Set Ablaze in Mwiki

Murkomen Issues Orders After Gospel Singer is Set Ablaze in Mwiki

Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of police Douglas Kanja have ordered a swift investigation after a female gospel singer was severely attacked and set on fire in Mwiki, with the incident potentially linked to political motives.

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Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of police Douglas Kanja have ordered a swift investigation after a female gospel singer was severely attacked and set on fire in Mwiki, with the incident potentially linked to political motives.

  • The victim, gospel singer Rachel Wandeto, is in critical condition at Kenyatta National Hospital.
  • Key figures involved include Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, Inspector General of police Douglas Kanja, and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
  • The attack is suspected to be politically motivated, possibly due to the singer's strong support for President William Ruto.
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Rachel Wandeto’s death is disturbing, she must get justice, vows CS Murkomen

Rachel Wandeto’s death is disturbing, she must get justice, vows CS Murkomen

Gospel artiste Rachel Wandeto has died after being doused with petrol and set ablaze, an act reportedly linked to her political beliefs. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed that justice will be served for the disturbing incident.

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Gospel artiste Rachel Wandeto has died after being doused with petrol and set ablaze, an act reportedly linked to her political beliefs. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed that justice will be served for the disturbing incident.

  • The attack resulted in 70pc burns.
  • Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen visited Wandeto and pledged government support.
  • Wandeto had gained prominence for tattooing President William Ruto's image on her body.
Monday 4:02 PMCapital News

Ruto Vows Justice for Rachel Wandetto After Fatal Petrol Attack Over Tattoo

Ruto Vows Justice for Rachel Wandetto After Fatal Petrol Attack Over Tattoo

President William Ruto has vowed justice for Rachel Wandetto, a woman who tragically died after being set on fire over tattoos of the President and pro-government messages on her body.

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President William Ruto has vowed justice for Rachel Wandetto, a woman who tragically died after being set on fire over tattoos of the President and pro-government messages on her body.

  • Rachel Wandetto succumbed to severe burn injuries sustained in the attack.
  • President William Ruto condemned the brutal act and pledged to hold those responsible accountable.
  • The attack reportedly stemmed from political intolerance and differing political views, highlighting growing concerns for democratic stability.
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