Cecily Mbarire
KenyapoliticianFemale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Cecily Mbarire is a prominent Kenyan politician and member of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). She serves as the Governor of Embu County and has previously held various leadership roles in local and national politics. Known for her focus on development and governance, Mbarire has been an advocate for women's empowerment and youth engagement in political processes. Her participation in significant political events, such as the recent agreement signing with President William Ruto and Raila Odinga, underscores her influential role in shaping Kenya's political landscape.
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Cecily Mbarire is the Governor of Embu and was present during the incident.
Tension in Ol Kalou as residents stop buses over ID cards auction claimsKenya· 2026-06-20
Cecily Mbarire is the chairperson of UDA who accused Uhuru Kenyatta of bitterness and undermining the current administration.
UDA launches scathing attack on Uhuru KenyattaKenya· 2026-05-30
UDA Chairperson Cecily Mbarire also addressed the meeting.
President Ruto hosts 12,353 UDA aspirants, vows fair primariesKenya· 2026-02-06
Cecily Mbarire, the UDA Chairperson, reported that the party has attracted over 12,000 aspirants for the upcoming elections.
Relief as government plans tax cuts for low-income earnersKenya· 2026-02-04
Cecily Mbarire is the Governor of Embu who was criticized for diverting funds meant for development.
Governors on the spot over expenditure of billions of shillingsKenya· 2026-02-04
Embu's Cecily Mbarire was also present at the disbursement of NYOTA at Kinoru stadium.
No child left out: Ruto directs all Grade 10 students to report to schoolKenya· 2026-01-22
UDA chairperson Cecily Mbarire announced that Ruto will chair the UDA National Governing Council meeting.
Oguda, Zani UDA-ODM led committee to meet President RutoKenya· 2026-01-21
Cecily Mbarire is the UDA chairperson leading support for Leonard Muriuki Wamuthende Leo.
Kindiki leads UDA campaign as Mbeere North by-election intensifiesKenya· 2025-11-18
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire is accused of deploying police officers to disrupt opposition campaigns.
Leaders accuse Ruto of blocking their campaigns in Mbeere NorthKenya· 2025-11-17Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire said the initiative is a major step toward improving urban cleanliness and creating jobs.
Meru, Embu and Tharaka Nithi counties sign deal on joint waste managementKenya· 2025-10-24
Ruku further condemned the verbal attacks directed at local elected leaders, including governors Cecily Mbarire and Anne Waiguru.
Ruku rebukes opposition over attacks on elected leadersKenya· 2025-10-13
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire who hosted the women engagement forum urged residents to ignore calls to join the opposition.
Kindiki, Ruku intensify campaigns in Mbeere NorthKenya· 2025-09-24
Governor Cecily Mbarire echoed Kindiki’s sentiments about the great job CHPs have done in promoting better healthcare.
Kindiki hails health 'foot soldiers,' pledges better termsKenya· 2025-09-18
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire highlighted major strides in the county’s health sector.
SHA receives Sh4 billion for public servants' medical coverKenya· 2025-09-08
Cecily Mbarire hosted female leaders alongside Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga.
All eyes on Homa Bay as Devolution Conference starts on high noteKenya· 2025-08-12
Governor Cecily Mbarire attended the launch.
Ruto ends hospital equipment purchases in shift to smart careKenya· 2025-08-07
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire was among those who paid their respects to Dr Phoebe Asiyo at her requiem mass.
Phoebe Asiyo: Final farewell to woman who mentored a nationKenya· 2025-08-07
High Court Deputy Registrar Lydia Mbacho directed Malala to pay Sh150,000 to its chairperson, Cecily Mbarire.
Malala ordered to pay UDA, Mbarire Sh305,000 in legal costsKenya· 2025-07-16
Governor Cecily Mbarire led the Embu delegation during the consultative meeting with President Ruto.
Ruto meets Embu leaders, pledges to enhance muguka returnsKenya· 2025-07-04Embu Governor and UDA Chairperson Cecily Mbarire was singled out by the group accusing the party of betrayal.
UDA dismisses claims of mass defections in Embu as fraudulent, misleadingKenya· 2025-05-11
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire thanked the national government for ongoing reforms but called for additional support in building modern coffee storage and processing facilities.
DP Kindiki pledges coffee sector debt relief, reforms to boost farmer earningsKenya· 2025-04-27
Cecily Mbarire announced that Lamu Governor Issa Timamy would be one of the new outfit’s deputy party leaders.
New party rumours: Mudavadi says he is firmly in governmentKenya· 2025-04-07
Governor Cecily Mbarire was accused by MCAs of mismanaging the funds allocated for crowd mobilization.
President Ruto was met with costly smiles and cheers in Mt KenyaKenya· 2025-04-05
Governor Cecily Mbarire of Embu was among those accompanying President Ruto.
You stand to benefit more from broad-based government, Ruto tells Mt KenyaKenya· 2025-04-02
He was accompanied by DP Kindiki, National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, and Governors Joshua Irungu (Laikipia) and Cecily Mbarire (Embu), among other leaders.
Unshaken Ruto storms Mount Kenya amid political tensionsKenya· 2025-04-01
Governor Cecily Mbarire emphasised the importance of the visit.
Political tensions rise as Ruto plans first Mt Kenya visit since Gachagua exitKenya· 2025-03-26
Cecily Mbarire, the UDA Chairperson and Embu Governor, hosted an iftar dinner to foster unity with the Muslim community.
UDA courts Muslim community in Mount Kenya to regain political supportKenya· 2025-03-21
UDA chairperson Cecily Mbarire insisted that the agreement between the two largest political parties was not about sharing positions of power.
Ruto, Raila sign political pact to work togetherKenya· 2025-03-08Governor Cecily Mbarire was among the leaders present at the signing ceremony.
Ruto-Raila sign pact in a highly charged, rally-like eventKenya· 2025-03-08
