Governor Bii Hits Back at Senator Mandago, Claims He Left Many Stalled Projects
A cold war between Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii Chelilim and Senator Jackson Mandago looks far from over.
Governor Bii has now hit out at the senator, accusing him of leaving behind many stalled projects.
Speaking on Thursday, May 28, 2026, during his ongoing ward-level bursary disbursement exercise, the county boss claimed Mandago only finished projects that he directly benefited from.
“There was nothing that you did during your tenure. No projects were finished. Those you finished are only the ward offices because you were getting a share from the contractors,” Bii said, without providing evidence on the allegations.
“Thank God I took over from you and continued with those stalled projects so that you can have a legacy. Without that, you had nothing to show for,” he added.
The governor also told off the senator over calls to work closely with elders. He claimed Mandago had preferred elders he was paying insisting that the county has many elders.
“Unaniambia nikae na wazee kama nani? Kwani wale walinipea fimbo juzi sio wazee. Kama ulikua na wazee wako wenye ulikua unawachunga wewe kaa nao. Jua iko wazee wapya,” Governor Bii said.
He also took a swipe at Members of Parliament he accused of tarnishing his name.
Soy MP David Kiplagat and CPA Julius Ruto of Kesses have been Governor Bii’s fierce critics. The two, alongside Mandago and alleged to be supporting Basic Education Principal Secretary Prof Julius Bitok’s bid to unseat Bii.
“There are MPs here who have made it their business to speak ill about me yet I usually don’t cause trouble to anyone. They should leave me alone,” the county boss said.
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Kenyatta National Hospital Doctors Save Patient Impaled by Steel Rod in Complex Pelvic Surgery
Doctors at Kenyatta National Hospital have successfully performed a highly complex life-saving surgery on a young male patient who sustained a severe penetrating pelvic injury following a construction site accident.
The patient was accidentally impaled by two steel rebar rods that pierced through his pelvis from the back to the front, causing a pelvic fracture and extensive soft tissue injuries in what medical teams described as an exceptionally critical trauma case.
Remarkably, despite the devastating nature of the injuries, major blood vessels and other vital pelvic organs narrowly escaped damage — a factor doctors say played a crucial role in the patient’s survival.
“The emergency operation demanded swift coordination, advanced surgical expertise, and seamless collaboration among multiple specialist teams,” KNH said in a statement on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
During the delicate procedure, surgeons successfully removed the steel rods while carefully managing the complex injuries associated with the trauma.
The surgery was led by Dr. Victor Bargoria together with the anaesthesia team led by Dr. Muchiri P.V., supported by a multidisciplinary team comprising trauma specialists, orthopaedic surgeons, nurses, and critical care personnel.
“The patient is currently stable and recovering under close observation and comprehensive multidisciplinary care at the hospital,” the hospital said.
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KeNHA Orders Removal of Illegal Structures Along 3 Roads in Rift Valley and Western Kenya
The Kenya National Highways Authority has given roadside traders and developers 30 days to remove all unapproved structures from the road reserves of three roads in Rift Valley and Western Kenya, warning it will clear them at the owner’s cost after June 26, 2026.
In a public notice dated May 27, 2026, KeNHA directed operators to take down “makeshift structures, permanent and semi-permanent buildings, Billboards, Directional and Advertisement Signs, Tree Nursery Beds, and any other thing done without the consent of the Authority” within the reserves of both directions of the affected roads.
The notice applies to:
1. Chebarbar-Lessos-Nabkoi (B12)
2. Mayoni-Bungoma (B139)
3. Chepsonoi-Kapsabet (B12)
KeNHA said the directive covers encroachments on both the new and old alignment of the road reserves. All affected operators “are directed to remove all the said structures within 30 days from the Date of this Notice,” the authority stated.
The exercise is meant “to pave the way for the implementation of road reserve protection activities,” according to the notice signed by KeNHA Director General Eng. Luka Kimeli.
“Upon the expiry of this notice, June 26, 2026, the Kenya National Highways Authority will remove all the said encroachments as mandated by Clause 49 of the Roads Act, 2007 without any further reference to the owners/operators, and where applicable, at the owner’s cost,” the notice read.
KeNHA urged the public and roadside traders to comply to avoid forced removal and additional costs.
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Harambee Starlets Provisional Squad for Zambia Four Nations Tournament
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has named a 24-player provisional squad for the upcoming Four Nations Tournament set to be held in Zambia in June 2026.
The squad largely retains the core of players who featured during the recent FIFA Series – Women in Nairobi, with Emily Morang’a and Vivian Shiyonzo returning to the national team set-up.
Camp will begin on Friday, May 29, 2026, before the team departs for Zambia on June 3, 2026.
Four Nations Tournament Fixtures
Harambee Starlets will open their campaign against Zimbabwe on June 6, before facing hosts Zambia on June 9, 2026.
The tournament will provide the technical bench with another opportunity to assess the squad against competitive opposition as preparations continue for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
The Zambia Four Nations Tournament forms part of Harambee Starlets’ preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Kenya will be making their second appearance at the continental tournament, ten years after their debut at the 2016 edition.
The friendlies are expected to play an important role in helping the team build cohesion, improve competitiveness and continue preparations ahead of the tournament.
Odemba on Harambee Starlets
Odemba said the tournament will provide the team with another important test as Harambee Starlets continue working towards their targets at WAFCON 2026.
“These matches will give us another opportunity to continue building the team and exposing the players to competitive international football ahead of WAFCON,” the coach said.
“Our objective is to arrive at the tournament ready to compete at the highest level. We want to challenge ourselves, target a place in the semi-finals and put ourselves in contention for World Cup qualification,” she added.
Harambee Startlets provisional squad for Four Nations Tournament
- Goalkeepers
Annedy Kundu, Lilian Awuor, Vivian Shiyonzo.
- Defenders
Elizabeth Ochaka, Ruth Ingosi, Leah Andiema, Vivian Nasaka, Norah Ann, Enez Mango, Lorine Ilavonga, Euphrasier Shilwatso.
- Midfielders
Lorna Nyarinda, Tereza Engesha, Martha Amunyolete, Mwanalima Adam, Fasila Adhiambo.
- Forwards
Elizabeth Mideva, Jentrix Shikangwa, Elizabeth Wambui, Eglay Mukhwana, Emily Morang’a, Airin Madalina, Shaline Nambengele, Shirleen Opisa.
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Kenya in Talks with US on Ebola Preparedness, Says Health CS Aden Duale
Kenya is holding ongoing discussions with the US government and other global partners on strengthening preparedness and response for Ebola and other emerging health threats, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has said.
In a press statement issued Wednesday, May 27, 2026, Duale confirmed that the talks focus on collaboration to bolster national and regional capacity to handle infectious disease outbreaks.
“The Government of Kenya notes ongoing discussions with US government and other global partners regarding international collaboration on strengthening preparedness and response mechanisms for Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) and other emerging public health threats,” he said.
The CS stressed that any cooperation would be subject to Kenya’s legal and public health standards, with the protection of citizens and health workers as the priority.
“Any arrangements regarding international health cooperation will be guided by Kenya’s national laws, public health regulations, biosafety and biosecurity standards, and the overriding responsibility of Government to safeguard the health and welfare of the people of Kenya. Protection of Kenyan citizens, frontline health workers and communities remains paramount,” Duale stated.
How many Ebola cases have been reported in Kenya?
He said Kenya has already activated its national Incident Management System, intensified surveillance at points of entry, and designated laboratories for testing. More than 55,000 travellers have been screened and 10 suspected cases tested, with all results negative.
Duale linked the current talks to Kenya’s experience in past regional outbreaks, noting that partnerships with the US and others have previously supported investments in surveillance, workforce training, and emergency preparedness.
“As we continue to strengthen preparedness and resilience, our approach will remain guided by science, collaboration, national interest and the shared objective of protecting populations from emerging public health threats,” he said.
“Kenya is ready. Kenya is capable and Kenya will continue to act responsibly in safeguarding both national and global health security. We shall be giving regular updates on a timely basis,” he added.
The Ministry said it welcomes partnerships that “strengthen global health security and reaffirm our shared commitment to protecting lives through coordinated, science-based action.”
