President William Ruto has intensified his attacks on retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of sponsoring opposition leaders and hindering his government's development agenda during a tour of Migori.

• Ruto claimed Kenyatta is using "puppets" and "people for hire" to oppose his administration's projects, citing housing and healthcare as examples.
• The accusations were made during a rally in Awendo on Wednesday, following similar remarks in Siaya on Tuesday.
• Ruto also highlighted his administration's achievements, including connecting 80,000 people to electricity and allocating Sh28 billion to projects in Migori.

The race for the Siaya gubernatorial seat ahead of the 2027 General Election is heating up as three prominent figures have declared their intentions to run.

• Key contenders include Ugenya MP David Ochieng, former Rarieda MP Nicholas Gumbo, and Deputy Governor William Oduol.
• Ochieng plans to focus on industrialization, water access, and tourism, while Gumbo cited national government projects and a critique of the current governor's performance.
• All three declared candidates have expressed support for President William Ruto and the Broad-Based Government.

President William Ruto has labelled his predecessor, retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, a "rebel leader" for refusing to act as a statesman.

• Uhuru Kenyatta is referred to as a "rebel leader" by President William Ruto.
• The attack follows a court ruling that barred Uhuru Kenyatta from holding office in a political organization.
• President Ruto made these remarks while welcoming the recent court decision.

A Kenyan opposition coalition is calling for the removal of the national tallying centre ahead of the 2027 General Election, asserting its unconstitutionality.

• The People’s Coalition on Electoral Reforms believes the centre is unconstitutional.
• The coalition is led by former Chief Justice David Maraga.
• The demand centers on reforming electoral processes for the upcoming election.

Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), has strongly criticized President William Ruto for his persistent attacks on retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, asserting that Kenyatta is not Ruto's opponent in the upcoming 2027 election.

• Gachagua stated that Ruto is deflecting from pressing issues like the high cost of living and unemployment by focusing on Kenyatta.
• The remarks come after President Ruto labelled Uhuru Kenyatta a "rebel leader" during his Nyanza tour.
• Gachagua believes public dissatisfaction with the current administration is growing, citing recent political gatherings as evidence.

President William Ruto urged Siaya Governor James Orengo to cease opposing government programs, accusing him of being a "puppet" of former President Uhuru Kenyatta. The President made these remarks during a development tour of Siaya County.

• The Broad-Based Government, including UDA, ODM, and Kenya Kwanza, is confident of a landslide victory in the next election due to its development track record.
• The President launched several infrastructure projects, including the Ksh 1.9 billion Kalandini-Ka Elija road and announced an investment of Ksh 32 billion for new roads in Siaya County.
• President Ruto also highlighted investments in the blue economy, affordable housing, and electricity connectivity, stating that Ksh 10 billion is invested in the blue economy and Ksh 2.8 billion in electricity connectivity for 21,000 households.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged that Kenya's 2027 General Election will be free, fair, secure, peaceful, and credible. He conveyed this assurance to both Kenyans and the international community.

• The assurance was given during the 15th Development Partnership Forum.
• Key official involved: Deputy President Kithure Kindiki.
• The promise targets a peaceful and credible election.

President William Ruto is on the fourth day of his Nyanza region tour, focusing on development projects in Migori County.

• The President is overseeing the launch and inspection of various development initiatives.
• Key figures involved include President William Ruto.
• The tour highlights the administration's commitment to development in the Nyanza region.

President William Ruto has continued his sharp criticism of the Opposition as he concludes his tour of the Nyanza region.

• The President directed his remarks at the Opposition, accusing them of engaging in divisive politics.
• President Ruto emphasized his administration's focus on development and unity across the country.
• The tour of Nyanza marks a significant engagement by the head of state in a region traditionally seen as an opposition stronghold.

President William Ruto has continued his tour of the Nyanza region, reaching Migori County on Wednesday to launch development projects.

• President William Ruto launched the construction of the Kanyawanga- Kuoyo- Madiaba road in Awendo.
• The project is part of the President's ongoing four-day tour of the Nyanza region.
• This development initiative is aimed at improving infrastructure in Migori County.