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HomeDaily NewsSaturday, August 15, 2026Justice Sector, Media Create Framework to Combat 2027 Election Misinformation - August 2026
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Justice Sector, Media Create Framework to Combat 2027 Election Misinformation - August 2026

Communication officials from Kenya's justice sector and media practitioners have collaborated to combat misinformation and disinformation ahead of the 2027 elections. The National Liberal Party has separately announced its readiness to align with either the Government or the Opposition in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election, asserting its independence and commitment to safeguarding the interests of the Ukambani region. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of failing to protect him after his convoy was allegedly attacked by armed individuals in Nakuru, with police reportedly standing by as his convoy was pelted with stones.

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Justice sector, media team up to counter misinformation, disinformation ahead of the 2027 elections

Justice sector, media team up to counter misinformation, disinformation ahead of the 2027 elections

In preparation for the 2027 elections, communication officials from Kenya's justice sector and media practitioners have collaborated to combat misinformation and disinformation.

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In preparation for the 2027 elections, communication officials from Kenya's justice sector and media practitioners have collaborated to combat misinformation and disinformation.

  • A two-day capacity-building program, organized by International Justice Mission (IJM) Kenya, focused on strengthening election-period communication, crisis management, and professional wellbeing.
  • Participants included representatives from key institutions such as the National Police Service (NPS), Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), and various media associations.
  • The initiative emphasized the importance of accurate, timely, and responsible communication, including verifying information before dissemination and coordinating messages across institutions to prevent confusion and build public trust.
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NLP declares readiness to go it alone if govt, opposition fail to secure Ukambani interests

NLP declares readiness to go it alone if govt, opposition fail to secure Ukambani interests

The National Liberal Party (NLP) has announced its readiness to align with either the Government or the Opposition in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election, asserting its independence and commitment to safeguarding the interests of the Ukambani region.

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Gachagua claims police watched as goons attacked his convoy in Nakuru

Gachagua claims police watched as goons attacked his convoy in Nakuru

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of failing to protect him after his convoy was allegedly attacked by armed individuals in Nakuru, with police reportedly standing by.

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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of failing to protect him after his convoy was allegedly attacked by armed individuals in Nakuru, with police reportedly standing by.

  • The alleged attack occurred at Kaptembwa in Nakuru Town West Constituency.
  • Rigathi Gachagua claims the attackers were organized and funded by political figures allied with the current government.
  • He stated that members of the public and journalists were also targeted during the incident.
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The National Liberal Party (NLP) has announced its readiness to align with either the Government or the Opposition in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election, asserting its independence and commitment to safeguarding the interests of the Ukambani region.

  • NLP leader Augustus Muli stated the party will negotiate from a position of strength and is willing to contest the elections independently if their demands are not met.
  • The declaration was made at a rally at Kitui Stadium, which drew over 5,000 supporters.
  • Muli also expressed concern over the perceived mistreatment of Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka within political circles, questioning his own potential reception in opposition alliances.