May 25 - May 31, 2026
Top Kenya news stories for the week of Monday, May 25 to Sunday, May 31, 2026, organized by weekday.
Monday
May 25
Maiyo Out, Sawe Named New Presidential Escort Chief - May 2026
Following a security breach at a public event attended by President William Ruto in Ganze, Kilifi County, on Sunday, May 24, senior officers within the Presidential Escort Unit have been reshuffled. This includes the removal of Maiyo and the appointment of Sawe as the new presidential escort chief. The security breach involved an individual briefly approaching the President during the event. Meanwhile, the Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has announced immediate changes to President William Ruto's security detail following the significant breach. Additionally, questions have been raised about the security detail of President Ruto following an incident where an individual managed to get on stage and touch the President's shoulders during a public event. The Kenya Police Service has also announced significant changes within its ranks following the recent security breach involving President Ruto.
IG Kanja Orders Changes to Ruto's Security Detail After Kilifi Breach - May 2026
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has announced immediate changes to President William Ruto's security detail following a significant breach during a public event in Ganze, Kilifi County. This comes after an individual briefly approached President William Ruto during a public event in Ganze, Kilifi County on Sunday, May 24, prompting the National Police Service to initiate significant changes. A significant security overhaul has been ordered for President William Ruto's protection following the breach during a public event in Kilifi County on Sunday. The Inspector General of Police, Japhet Koome, has reportedly made changes to the security forces assigned to protect President William Ruto.
Wanga Signals ODM Will Work With Ruto Administration Beyond 2027 - May 2026
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has signaled a significant political shift for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), indicating the party will no longer engage in opposition politics but will instead work with President William Ruto's administration. Several Cabinet Secretaries and senior government officials are reportedly preparing for political comebacks in the upcoming 2027 General Election, signaling a potential fragmentation within the current administration. At the same time, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is facing renewed challenges in enforcing the university degree requirement for parliamentary aspirants ahead of the 2027 General Election. The Ol Kalou by-election is set for June 16, 2026, with nomination papers being presented to the IEBC, marking the beginning of a vigorous campaign between dominant political parties.