The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) is expanding its investigation into alleged hate speech and ethnic profiling, with several prominent politicians summoned for questioning as Kenya approaches the 2027 election cycle.

• Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been summoned on August 27 to explain remarks made at rallies in Vihiga, Kisii, and Meru.
• The NCIC is investigating at least eight prominent politicians, including Cabinet Secretaries Aden Duale and Geoffrey Ruku, and Governors Paul Otuoma.
• The commission emphasizes that investigations must meet an evidentiary threshold for prosecution, acknowledging the challenges of witness reluctance and the need for watertight cases.