Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has launched a strong rebuttal against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, escalating their political rivalry for influence in the Mount Kenya region ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• Kindiki vowed to "politically dismantle" Gachagua, directly responding to Gachagua's repeated mockery of his voice.
• Key figures involved are Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
• Kindiki accused Gachagua of having a "disgraceful" exit from public service, an "unremarkable" tenure as Mathira MP, and "wasted" years as Deputy President, while also criticizing his leadership of the Mount Kenya region.

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has defended the county's development efforts, particularly its road infrastructure, after remarks comparing it to Yemen sparked criticism.

• Governor Wanga attributes the poor state of some roads to historical marginalization and the county's past activism for national reforms.
• The "Yemen" comparison arose after road blockades by youth groups disrupted movement on key routes like the Homa Bay–Rongo Road on August 16.
• Wanga stated that the road in question is part of the Lake Victoria Ring Road project and is slated for tarmacking, highlighting a positive development amidst criticism.