Mathioya Constituency residents staged night protests on Friday, August 14, alleging their Member of Parliament was orchestrating a voter registration scheme to influence the 2027 General Election.

• Protesters claim approximately 500 people were transported from Githurai via three buses to register illegally.
• Key figures involved include Mathioya MP Edwin Mugo Gichuki and residents' spokesperson Madocho.
• Concerns were also raised about the alleged misuse of constituency development funds and unremitted bursary funds.

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.

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.