Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji accused police of laying siege to his home, claiming it was retaliation for violence at a meeting attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki. Police, however, stated officers were on routine patrol.

• Uniformed and plainclothes officers were present at the MP's home in Mutunduri from 6am on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
• The incident occurred the day after violence disrupted a meeting presided over by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Nembure, Embu County, which resulted in one death and torched vehicles.
• Eastern Regional Police Commander Stephen Chebet denied seeking the MP, stating patrols were for peace maintenance, but indicated the MP would be questioned if linked to the violence.

Viongozi wa Kenya Kwanza wametoa shinikizo kwa Inspekta Jenerali wa Polisi Douglas Kanja kuchukua hatua dhidi ya wahusika wa ghasia zinazotokea katika mikutano ya kisiasa.

• Wito unatolewa kwa Douglas Kanja kuwakamata na kuwachukulia hatua wahusika wa vurugu za kisiasa.
• Wameelekeza malalamiko hayo wakiwa wamejumuika katika Kaunti za Uasin Gishu na Trans Nzoia.
• Matukio haya ya ghasia yanajiri katika mikutano mbalimbali ya kisiasa nchini.

Kenya's united opposition is demanding accountability from Deputy President Kithure Kindiki following disruptive chaos at his UDA delegates’ meeting on Saturday at Nembure Grounds in Embu.

• The opposition, spearheaded by Wiper Patriotic Front Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, is putting pressure on the Deputy President.
• The incident occurred during a UDA delegates’ meeting.
• The location of the event was Nembure Grounds in Embu.

Kenya Kwanza leaders, spearheaded by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, are demanding arrests following recent skirmishes in Embu.

• The leaders are accusing the opposition of orchestrating political violence and divisive politics.
• The specific demand is for arrests related to the Embu skirmishes.
• The article highlights a sustained offensive by Kenya Kwanza leaders against the opposition.

A public dispute has erupted between Kenya's Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua over alleged attempts to split the Mt Kenya voting bloc into eastern and western regions ahead of the August 2027 General Election.

• The controversy was fueled by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, who is reportedly advocating for the division to bolster President William Ruto's re-election prospects.
• Mr. Gachagua accused Prof. Kindiki of being tasked by President Ruto to divide the region by October 25, 2026.
• Prof. Kindiki denied these claims, stating the region will remain united and challenged Mr. Gachagua to focus on policy rather than division.

A political rift has emerged within the Mt Kenya region, with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua trading barbs over alleged attempts to split the voting bloc ahead of the August 2027 General Election.

• The controversy was sparked by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, who is advocating for the political autonomy of Mt Kenya East, claiming he can mobilize over three million votes for President William Ruto's re-election.
• Mr Gachagua accused Prof Kindiki of a scheme to divide the region into East and West, a claim Prof Kindiki denied, urging Mr Ruku to cease his campaign.
• Elders from both sides of the mountain are reportedly engaging to resolve the emerging political differences, emphasizing the region's long-standing unity.