By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Capital FM
Kenyan Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, Senate Speaker Amason Kingi and lawyer John Khaminwa are among 146 legal practitioners seeking Senior Counsel rank. The professional distinction is subject to a selection process for 2026, according to Capital FM.
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Winnie Odinga, a member of the East African Legislative Assembly, has announced her candidacy for the Nairobi Senate seat in Kenya. She made the announcement during the commemoration of the first anniversary of her father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s, death on 15 October 2026, according to Capital FM.
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Former Kenyan MP Kabando wa Kabando called on Rigathi Gachagua, Kenya’s former deputy president, to promote opposition unity on his return from the United States. In a post published on 19 October 2026, he referred to political tensions in Kenya, Tuko reports.
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Kenyan movement Linda Mwananchi will soon announce the opening of registration for candidates for the 2027 general elections. Its leader Edwin Sifuna has barred aspirants from holding local party positions during the selection process, according to Tuko.
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Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front and a former Kenyan vice-president, paid tribute to young people killed during the 25 June 2024 protests against the Finance Bill. In his Mashujaa Day message on 20 October 2026, he called the protesters heroes and honoured their bereaved families, Tuko reports.
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Ebola in Kenya: Ouma Oluga calls for coordinated responseKenya’s Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Ouma Oluga, is calling for a whole-of-government approach to the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak. He is advocating stronger preparedness, surveillance and public awareness, as Kenya has already recorded cases and response measures, according to Capital FM.
Getachew Reda seeks UN support for Ethiopia’s Tigray regionEthiopian adviser Getachew Reda discussed developments in Tigray and the needs of the newly established interim administration with Guang Cong, the UN Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa. The talks also covered conflicts in Sudan, upcoming elections in South Sudan and the situation in Somalia, according to Getachew Reda.The week in Africa
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