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Battle for Mulembe: Sifuna's entry shakes up Mudavadi, Wetang'ula's political game plan
The political landscape of Western Kenya is being reshaped as Edwin Sifuna, a prominent leader, challenges the influence of seasoned politicians Musalia Mudavadi and Moses Wetang'ula ahead of the 2027 general election. Former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala has advocated for unity among Western leaders, urging them to rally behind Sifuna for a singular leadership voice. Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang'ula has defied a court order by participating in President William Ruto's political campaign tour in Western Kenya. The power battle in Western Kenya intensifies as political tolerance calls emerged at Vincent Osiemo's burial, who died following an attack on an opposition convoy.
England Crush France 6-4 in World Cup Thriller
England secured their best World Cup tournament finish since 1966 with a thrilling 6-4 victory over France in the 2026 FIFA third-place play-off. Meanwhile, the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain took place in New Jersey, with thousands of Kenyan football fans gathering at KICC for a unique viewing experience. In Kisumu, bodaboda riders organized a World Cup final watch party to follow the match.
ACK Clergy urge Kenyans to reject ethnic politics ahead of 2027 General Election
Anglican Church of Kenya clergy have urged Kenyans to reject ethnic politics ahead of the 2027 General Election. In related political developments, DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua announced a six-day tour of Embu and Meru. Gachagua also sparked controversy by urging tourists and investors to suspend their visits to the country until next year.
SRC approves new salaries and allowances for civil servants
The Salaries and Remuneration Commission has approved a new salary structure and revised allowances for civil servants in the national government for the 2026/2027 financial year. Separately, Samaritan's Purse, a U.S.-based Christian organization, confirmed that seven of its American employees are in Ebola quarantine in Kenya. Additionally, a cervical cancer screening exercise in Samburu County identified ten new cases within a mere four-hour period.
