George Natembeya
KenyapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%George Natembeya is a Kenyan politician and the current governor of Transzoia County. He previously served as the Regional Commissioner for Rift Valley and is known for his commitment to public service and development initiatives. Natembeya has been involved in the political landscape of Kenya, advocating for the rights and needs of his constituents. His recent activities have included discussions with opposition leaders about strategies for the upcoming elections and forming coalitions to challenge the current administration.
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George Natembeya is the current governor and main opponent of Nakhumicha in the upcoming elections.
Wetangula declare former CS Nakhumicha as Kenya Kwanza candidate to face NatembeyaKenya· 2026-06-21
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya was among the influential leaders at the funeral.
MP Wanyama heckled as opposition backs SifunaKenya· 2026-05-30
Governor George Natembeya faces legal pressure for disobeying a court order.
Trans Nzoia leadership faces court backlash for defying reinstatement orderKenya· 2026-03-04
George Natembeya is included in the opposition leaders aiming to challenge Ruto's presidency.
Opposition leaders storm Nakuru, pledge unity to end Ruto's presidency in 2027Kenya· 2026-02-27
Governor George Natembeya's administration is being criticized for failing to pay workers their overdue salaries.
Trans Nzoia workers issue strike ultimatumKenya· 2026-02-27
Governor George Natembeya is involved in discussions that may lead to a significant change in the region's leadership.
In Sifuna and Natembeya, Western sees return of Muliro-Kijana duoKenya· 2026-02-23
George Natembeya is the Trans Nzoia Governor and a rising influence in the region.
Why Western is crucial for RutoKenya· 2026-02-08
George Natembeya is the Governor of Trans Nzoia who was questioned about expired drugs at a hospital.
Senators grill 18 governors over auditor's queriesKenya· 2026-02-07
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has criticised President William Ruto for holding a United Democratic Alliance UDA event at State House.
Natembeya slams Ruto for hosting UDA meeting at State HouseKenya· 2026-02-05
George Natembeya is the Governor of Trans Nzoia who was questioned about delays in completing a hospital project.
Governors on the spot over expenditure of billions of shillingsKenya· 2026-02-04
George Natembeya is the Governor of Trans Nzoia County whose security detail was ordered to be reinstated by the High Court.
High Court orders immediate reinstatement of Natembeya, Khalwale's securityKenya· 2025-12-04
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya attempted to upstage President Ruto ahead of the by-elections.
Mini poll wins have fortified President Ruto for epic 2027 election battleKenya· 2025-12-01
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya was mentioned as part of the unity strategies involving Rigathi Gachagua.
Matiang'i condemns church teargas attack on Gachagua, calls for rule of lawKenya· 2025-12-01
George Natembeya is the Governor who has faced legal harassment from the EACC according to local residents.
Kisumu city manager fights back, faults EACC for persistent harassmentKenya· 2025-11-30
George Natembeya is the Trans Nzoia Governor whose security detail was withdrawn.
Murkomen, IG Kanja sued over withdrawal of Natembeya, Khalwale securityKenya· 2025-11-28
No prominent figure of the United Opposition, such as Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, was around to be in solidarity with the DAP-K candidate.
UDA's Ndakwa floors DAP-K's Panyako in Malava by-electionKenya· 2025-11-28
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya joined Panyako in campaign rallies.
Panyako claims assassination attempt as Wamalwa condemns election violenceKenya· 2025-11-27
Murkomen's remarks follow the withdrawal of security details for Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya.
Murkomen: Politicians stripped of security over alleged links to violenceKenya· 2025-11-26George Natembeya organized a political rally in Chwele, Kabuchai Constituency where gunshots were fired.
Police say Natembeya stage-managed chaotic gunfire rallyKenya· 2025-11-23Lusaka's critique targeted Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, who has recently exchanged sharp public remarks.
United opposition will break before 2027 election, Lusaka saysKenya· 2025-11-17The ongoing feud between Wamalwa and Natembeya, particularly their separate rallies and conflicting public statements, risks weakening DAP’s image.
Savula Backs UDA candidate amid DAP-K infightingKenya· 2025-11-10George Natembeya was crowned the Luhya spokesman and guardian of the spirit called ‘Luhya unity’ by Maragoli and Tiriki elders.
Leaders' aversion to change is the fuel of growing youth discontentKenya· 2025-10-07Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has called for stricter road safety measures to address the rising number of road fatalities.
Natembeya calls for stringent laws to curb road accidentsKenya· 2025-10-05
George Natembeya was endorsed and handed the mandate to unite the Luhya ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Can Natembeya succeed where others failed in uniting the Luhya nation?Kenya· 2025-09-30
There is growing rivalry between leaders allied to Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and those backing Wetang'ula.
Wetang'ula warns Western leaders against disunity ahead of 2027Kenya· 2025-09-21
Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has nominated to the cabinet a brother of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya leader Eugene Wamalwa.
Natembeya nominates Eugene Wamalwa's brother to cabinetKenya· 2025-09-11
Governor George Natembeya is facing challenges from various candidates, including Susan Nakhumicha, in the upcoming elections.
Ex-Health CS Nakhumicha declares bid to unseat Natembeya in 2027 pollsKenya· 2025-09-07
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya mourned Dalmas Otieno as a distinguished statesman and former Member of Parliament.
Condolence messages pour in for late ex-minister Dalmas OtienoKenya· 2025-09-07
George Natembeya is considered credible but lacks support.
Kenya Moja, Kalonzo and their one-leg danceKenya· 2025-08-30
The governor, George Natembeya, has committed to covering the costs of the autopsy and funeral.
Tragedy in Trans Nzoia as minor sent home for fees is raped and murderedKenya· 2025-08-29
