Simba Arati
KenyapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Simba Arati is the Governor of Kisii County in Kenya and a prominent member of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). He is known for his strong support of party leader Raila Odinga and has emphasized the need for the ODM to either form a government independently or through a coalition. Arati has been vocal in advocating for the party's principles and the importance of unity among its members, especially in light of recent political developments.
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Kisii Governor Simba Arati's outbursts angered a section of MPs during the meeting.
Inside tense broad-based meeting that led to a walkout by Mt Kenya MPsKenya· 2026-08-12
Kisii County under Governor Simba Arati followed Kirinyaga County in the performance survey.
Kirinyaga tops new county performance surveyKenya· 2026-07-25
Governor Simba Arati’s camp is ready to declare their stance on Matiang’i’s political wave.
Matiang'i factor has redrawn the Abagusii political matrixKenya· 2026-07-04
Simba Arati is the Kisii Governor who was photographed with Fred Matiang'i and Junet Mohamed, prompting discussions about their meeting.
Matiang'i denies political meeting with Arati and JunetKenya· 2026-07-04
Simba Arati was linked to alleged chaos despite being out of the county.
Kisii residents turn tables on opposition over chaos narrativeKenya· 2026-03-02
Simba Arati is the Kisii Governor who condemned the committee for embarrassing governors despite bribery.
We have evidence against four senators extorting us, governors sayKenya· 2026-02-11
The PS will partner with Kisii County and work closely with Governor Simba Arati to implement the programme.
PS Isaboke champions Ruto's development agenda ahead of visitKenya· 2026-01-27
ODM deputy party leader Simba Arati is backing talks with UDA.
Nyanza leaders call for truce in ODM as rift widensKenya· 2026-01-25
Simba Arati is the ODM Deputy Party Leader with significant mobilization skills.
Ruto allies on edge as UDA-ODM deal rocks 2027 election plansKenya· 2026-01-15
ODM deputy party leader Simba Arati said they will hold dialogue with those opposed to the decision to resolve the standoff.
Oburu: We will not remove anyone from ODM partyKenya· 2026-01-14
Simba Arati is a Deputy Party Leader present at the ODM meeting.
Sifuna a no-show at crucial ODM meeting as party inches closer to UDA pactKenya· 2026-01-12
Simba Arati invited the President to come back to ODM, suggesting he could be their flag bearer.
Life after Raila - The StandardKenya· 2025-10-22
Governor Simba Arati was among the attendees at Raila Odinga's burial.
Raila Odinga buried as military honours him with 17-gun saluteKenya· 2025-10-19
Simba Arati recounted Raila’s final request to organize a unity meeting with the President.
Internal ODM politics dominate Raila's funeralKenya· 2025-10-19
Kisii’s Governor Simba Arati attends the funeral of Raila Odinga.
Kenya gathers at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University to bid Raila farewellKenya· 2025-10-19
Governor Simba Arati was among those in attendance at the celebrations.
Raila skips ODM's 20th anniversary celebrations in KisiiKenya· 2025-09-26
Kisii Governor Simba Arati assured Matiang'i of his full support in the 2027 polls.
Matiang'i celebrates 'big' win after appellant court overturns convictionKenya· 2025-09-20
Kisii Governor Simba Arati remembered Prof Onyancha as a man who was a peacemaker and a true servant of God.
Standard Group journalist's parents buried in emotional ceremonyKenya· 2025-08-22
Kisii Governor Simba Arati mourned the passing of Josiah and Hellen Biyongo, eulogising Biyongo as a courageous and respected leader.
Standard journalist loses parents in crashKenya· 2025-08-08
Kisii governor Simba Arati told Matiang'i to ensure he consolidates support from all regions of the country for him to be assured of a win.
Matiang'i declares 2027 top seat bid, vows to solve country's woesKenya· 2025-05-02
Kisii Governor Simba Arati publicly backed Matiang’i's bid.
"I am ready!" Matiang'i officially declares 2027 presidential bidKenya· 2025-05-02
Governor Simba Arati is expected to accompany Matiang'i during his tour of the Gusii region.
In pictures: Matiang'i's Gusii region tourKenya· 2025-05-02
He will be accompanied by a host of elected leaders from Kisii and Nyamira counties, including Governors Simba Arati (Kisii) and Amos Nyaribo (Nyamira).
Fred Matiang'i set for Gusii region tour tomorrowKenya· 2025-05-01
Simba Arati, the Kisii Governor, promised thorough investigations into the incident.
Death of mother, unborn twins sparks calls to shut down Kisii dispensaryKenya· 2025-04-14
Simba Arati is the Governor of Kisii County who faced criticism after a woman died during childbirth due to alleged negligence in healthcare.
Kisii county in a spot after woman dies of prolonged labourKenya· 2025-03-20
ODM Deputy Party leaders led by Kisii Governor Simba Arati and his Mombasa Counterpart Abdulswamad Nassir, vowed to support the decision their party leader will come up with.
Raila leaves supporters guessing yet againKenya· 2025-02-28