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Politics

Macron says he will quit politics after 2027 term ends

The News

With one year left in his second five-year term, French President Emmanuel Macron has said he will leave politics in 2027, though observers speculate he may pursue roles in intergovernmental bodies or return to politics at a future presidential election. He is focusing on his international profile and legacy while potential successors distance themselves from his historically unpopular leadership.

24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Politics

  1. Macron says he will quit politics after 2027 term ends

    With one year left in his second five-year term, French President Emmanuel Macron has said he will leave politics in 2027, though observers speculate he may pursue roles in intergovernmental bodies or return to politics at a future presidential election. He is focusing on his international profile and legacy while potential successors distance themselves from his historically unpopular leadership.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Ruto outlines infrastructure and agriculture drive for first-world status

    Speaking at LUISS School of Government in Rome, President William Ruto unveiled an ambitious roadmap anchored on infrastructure expansion, agricultural transformation, and increased energy capacity to transform Kenya into a first-world economy within a generation. The plan includes doubling the paved road network, constructing at least 50 mega dams to irrigate over 2.5 million acres, tripling electricity capacity within seven years, and delivering more than 240,000 affordable homes.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Opposition demands Ksh.10M minimum compensation for protest victims

    The United Opposition is pushing President Ruto to increase compensation packages for victims of protest deaths and injuries, with Wiper's Kalonzo Musyoka calling for a minimum of Ksh.10 million rather than the government's proposed Ksh.3 million. Opposition leaders also criticized the government's handling of the rising cost of living and fuel prices.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. ODM leader Oburu dismisses Orengo's challenge to his party leadership

    ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has rejected Siaya Governor James Orengo's claims that Oburu is unfit to lead and Orengo's declaration that he is the rightful party boss, insisting his election by ODM members is legitimate and binding. Oburu also criticized ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna for defying party structures, as factional tensions within the party escalate.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Orengo claims ODM leadership role via Linda Mwananchi faction

    Siaya Governor James Orengo declared himself the "people's party leader" within ODM on Friday, accusing the current party leadership of damaging Raila Odinga's legacy and allowing the party to be threatened by the ruling UDA. Orengo framed Linda Mwananchi as a corrective movement within ODM aimed at safeguarding its unity, as the faction prepares for rallies in Kisumu and Vihiga over the weekend.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  6. IEBC registers 505,344 voters in final week before deadline

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has registered 1,876,274 new voters in just under a month, with 505,344 added in the past week alone as the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration exercise approaches its April 28 closure. Nairobi County leads registrations with 209,965 new voters, followed by Kiambu and Nakuru.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  7. Matiang'i vows zero tolerance for political goonism if elected president

    Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, a 2027 presidential hopeful, has pledged to eliminate politically-linked violence and goonism, criticizing selective law enforcement that allows individuals connected to powerful figures to operate with impunity. Speaking in Nyamira, he framed his candidacy as a mission to restore order, uphold the rule of law, and rebuild institutions.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  8. Karua links Sudan tea ban to Ruto's alleged RSF ties

    PLP leader Martha Karua blamed President Ruto's foreign policy for straining trade relations with Sudan, which imposed an indefinite ban on Kenyan imports last month. Karua claimed Sudan previously imported more than 10.7 million kilograms of Kenyan tea annually, generating between Ksh.3.88 billion and Ksh.5.17 billion, and said the suspension could result in industry losses of up to Ksh.7 billion.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  9. CS Murkomen warns politicians' hired goons will face crackdown

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen warned politicians accused of sponsoring violence and hiring goons that the government will take decisive action against them, while opening a new police field training facility in Meru County to combat emerging security threats including banditry.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  10. Court of Appeal: abortion not a constitutional fundamental right

    Kenya's Court of Appeal ruled that abortion is not a fundamental right under the Constitution, though it is permissible in narrow circumstances including emergency medical treatment where the mother's life or health is in danger or where another written law permits it.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  11. Government commits to investigation into Ishiara protest deaths

    The Public Service Cabinet Secretary has assured families in Mbeere North of justice following the deaths of two young people during demonstrations at Ishiara, pledging that relevant agencies will fast-track investigations and establish responsibility for the shootings.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  12. Ruto defends development record during Murang'a county tour

    President William Ruto said opposition name-calling and propaganda will not undermine his relationship with Central Kenya residents, citing a 20-year bond built on project delivery. During a development tour of Murang'a County, he announced government investments including Ksh.27 billion for 6,800 affordable housing units, Ksh.1.1 billion for electricity connections to 14,000 households, and improvements to coffee farming through reduced fertilizer prices and broker elimination.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  13. Njeri Maina critiques Ksh.89 billion State House spending versus education funding

    Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina questioned the government's commitment to education, noting that State House expenditure reached Ksh.89 billion in three years under President Ruto compared to approximately Ksh.100 billion over a decade under former president Kenyatta, while schools face delayed capitation and infrastructure deficits.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  14. MP Atandi warns Linda Mwananchi ahead of Kisumu rally

    Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi has cautioned the Linda Mwananchi faction against disrespecting ODM party leader Oburu Oginga ahead of their planned Sunday rally in Kisumu. The Inspector General of Police has assured the Linda Mwananchi team that security will be provided for the rally, while urging organisers to comply with the law.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  15. JSC to interview five candidates for Supreme Court judge vacancy

    The Judicial Service Commission has shortlisted five candidates for the Supreme Court judge position vacated by Justice Mohamed Ibrahim's death in December, with interviews scheduled for April 28–29, 2026. The candidates include Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen, former IPOA Chairperson Anne Makori, and Justices Joseph Sergon, Francis Tuiyott, and Mohammed Warsame.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  16. Ruto mocked Nigerian English, triggering African social media backlash

    President Ruto told Kenyans in Italy that Nigerian-accented English was incomprehensible and required a translator, while praising Kenya's English proficiency. His remarks sparked fierce online condemnation from Nigerians and other Africans who accused him of demeaning a fellow African nation and exhibiting colonial conditioning.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  17. Paradise Lost owners claim 1929 title, allege 2024 fraudulent takeover

    Owners of the disputed Paradise Lost land, a 200-acre property, claim decades-old ownership dating to 1929 and allege that unknown individuals perpetrated a fraudulent scheme involving fake title deeds beginning in 2024. They have filed a case scheduled for mention on April 30, accusing government officials and police of failing to assist despite complaints to the Ministry of Lands and the Chief Land Registrar.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  18. Nairobi Southern Bypass section closed after Friday road accident

    KeNHA temporarily closed a section of the Nairobi Southern Bypass between Thogoto and Dagoretti Interchanges following a road traffic accident on Friday morning, April 24, and advised motorists to use alternative routes while clearance operations continue.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  19. Ichung'wah alleges receiving Ksh.5M from Gachagua

    National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has alleged he received Ksh.5 million from Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua during his tenure as Deputy President, money he now suspects may have been intended to influence him or may have originated from misappropriated public resources.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  20. Gachagua-led opposition team tours Kwale after Ukambani visit

    Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua and other opposition leaders, including Kalonzo Musyoka and Justin Muturi, are touring Kwale County with planned stops in Samburu, Kinango, and Likoni Ferry. The tour follows a two-day campaign in Ukambani and is part of the opposition's nationwide strategy to consolidate political support ahead of the 2027 elections.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  21. Machakos County completes second staff training cohort

    Machakos County has completed a second cohort of staff training to improve public service delivery and address gaps in governance and financial management. The programme has trained over 4,000 employees since 2024, with the county aiming to train all staff within the next year.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Business

  1. One Petroleum says fuel import deal had government approval

    One Petroleum Limited defended its role in a controversial petroleum import deal, stating it followed due procedure and that all aspects—quantity, price, and quality—were approved by the Ministry of Energy in writing with formal waivers. The company said it responded to a written government request for an emergency cargo of 35,000 to 85,000 metric tonnes and that by April 7, about 20 per cent had been paid for and collected by oil marketing companies.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. KPDA appoints Megna Homes CEO to board for Coast expansion

    The Kenya Property Developers Association has appointed Megna Homes CEO Ahmed Badawy to its Board of Directors as part of efforts to strengthen institutional presence in the Coast region and establish a coastal chapter. The move signals KPDA's growing focus on addressing the coastal property market's distinct dynamics and improving coordination with local stakeholders.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. KRA tax changes threaten to raise car prices significantly

    Motor vehicle importers say the Kenya Revenue Authority's use of Container Freight Station "confirmation" and new rulings has inflated duty charges by over 80 percent or nearly double in some cases, raising car prices substantially and affecting affordability for lower and middle-income buyers. KRA counters that taxes are set by Common External Tariff rates and that the 2019 Current Retail Selling Price continues to be used as directed by court.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Netherlands invests Ksh.3 billion in Kenya animal feed plant

    Dutch firm De Heus is investing Ksh.3 billion in an animal feed manufacturing plant in Athi River, aimed at strengthening agricultural value chains and food security. The Netherlands has over 150 companies operating in Kenya and is deepening economic ties with the country as a regional trade hub.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Kenyan banks embed contactless payments into smartwatches, rings, wristbands

    ABSA Bank, DTB Bank and Premier Bank are offering contactless payment solutions integrated into wearable devices like smartwatches, rings and wristbands, which customers can tap on POS terminals. The banks have implemented security measures including transaction limits, PIN requirements, and real-time fraud detection to address risks from potential loss or theft.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  6. Amsterdam airport discounts airline charges due to fuel costs

    Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport announced a 10-percent discount on airport charges for airlines from April 27 through March 2027, citing high kerosene prices caused by the Iran war. The temporary measure, applying to daytime flights only, aims to keep the Netherlands connected globally as airlines trim routes due to rising fuel bills.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Mining & Energy

  1. EPRA calls for regional cooperation on Africa's energy security

    The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has urged stronger research-driven collaboration among African countries to enhance energy security, resilience, and investment attractiveness. Acting Director General Dr Eng. Joseph Oketch told the 7th Annual EPRA Research and Innovation Conference in Nairobi that such cooperation is crucial for positioning Africa as a competitive investment destination through affordable, stable, and reliable power systems.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Africa faces 86 million tonne fuel shortfall by 2040

    The Africa Finance Corporation warned that Africa's fuel import gap will widen to 86 million tonnes by 2040, exposing the continent's vulnerability to supply shocks. At a Nairobi summit, Aliko Dangote offered to build an east African refinery if supported by Kenya and Uganda, and regional leaders called for Africa to reduce reliance on external capital and finished-goods imports.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Agriculture & Land

  1. Kenya livestock vaccination coverage remains critically low at 6–20 per cent

    Kenya's livestock sector faces growing threats from low vaccination coverage, with rates for livestock and ruminants between 6 and 20 per cent nationwide, leaving animals vulnerable to diseases such as Foot and Mouth Disease and blocking access to export markets. The Kenya Veterinary Association warned that inadequate vaccine access, weak veterinary systems, and shortages of veterinary surgeons in pastoral regions are undermining animal health across the country.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Kirinyaga coffee farmers receive record payouts as prices rise

    Coffee farmers in Kirinyaga County are celebrating higher payment rates, with cooperative societies recording payouts ranging from KSh 120 to KSh 157.40 per kilogram. County officials and farmers attribute the increase to sustained rises in coffee prices and improved management.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Society

  1. Police shooting victim from Ishiara hospital protests buried

    One of two people shot dead by police during protests over health services at Ishiara Level 4 Hospital in Mbeere North Constituency, Embu County, has been laid to rest. The family of Morris Mugo, 31, is demanding justice and compensation, while the Public Service Cabinet Secretary called for IPOA investigations into the killing.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Teachers protest SHA medical cover despite government removal deal

    Teachers in Nandi County staged demonstrations against the Social Health Authority (SHA) medical scheme, claiming out-of-pocket payments and capping remain in effect despite a Health Cabinet Secretary announcement and union agreement to remove tariff locking immediately. Teachers say the scheme is inefficient and inaccessible, with a Ksh.1,200 capitation per outpatient visit insufficient even for basic tests, and are threatening to strike if grievances are not addressed.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Three suspects arrested during attempted godown theft in Embakasi

    Police officers in Embakasi have apprehended three suspects linked to an attempted theft at Viraj Complex Godowns after a security guard noticed suspicious movement and alerted authorities. A white Mitsubishi Canter with concealed registration plates, intended to transport stolen goods, was recovered at the scene.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Cyclist raises blood disorder awareness via 300km Nairobi-Eldoret ride

    Brian Karoney cycled more than 300 kilometres from Nairobi to Eldoret on April 24 to raise awareness about blood-related disorders, honouring his late wife who died of aplastic anaemia in 2021. The Little Bags of Life Foundation, inspired by her story, organised the ride and a blood donation drive at Eldoret Sports Club on April 25 to support patients with blood disorders.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Embraer aircraft overshoots runway at Mandera Airstrip

    An Embraer aircraft operated by EBB Air overshot the runway at Mandera Airstrip on Friday, April 24, coming to a stop in nearby bushes. All passengers and crew were confirmed safe, and authorities have launched investigations to establish the cause.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  6. National Youth Council plans 2026 elections, tackles youth joblessness

    The National Youth Council is preparing for its first elections since 2019, with CEO Gloria Wawira emphasising a renewed focus on youth representation and employment. The Council aims to bridge young people and job opportunities, including the government's Kazi Majuu programme, through tools like the Youth Passport, while promoting participation in the upcoming elections.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  7. Man charged with attempting to extort KWS director

    Francis Awino Onyango, 40, has been charged with attempted extortion by threats after allegedly threatening to file a petition for the removal of Kenya Wildlife Service Director General Erastus Kanga over constitutional violations in a bid to obtain Ksh1.7 million. The defendant denied the charge and was granted pre-trial mention on May 7, 2026.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  8. Zipporah Achieng wins Young Woman in Media Award

    Zipporah Achieng Owigo, a rising media professional and camera operator, won the 'Young Woman in Media Award' at the Association of Media Women in Kenya's inaugural Women Awards ceremony. Based in Eldoret, Achieng is the only female camera operator in Kenya's North Rift region and has credited her journey with both professional milestones and personal experiences including an encounter with President William Ruto's mother.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  9. Two arrested in Nairobi land fraud cases worth Ksh.160M

    Detectives arrested a 60-year-old man accused of fraudulently procuring land titles for three prime plots in Muthaiga valued at approximately Ksh.45 million each, and a director of Skyline Works Ltd charged with making false documents to unlawfully acquire a parcel worth Ksh.25 million in Eastleigh. Both suspects face charges and are in custody pending arraignment.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Culture

  1. South African Zakes Bantwini headlines Nairobi Afro-house night April 30

    South African musician Zakes Bantwini will headline TEMPO, an Afro-house event at Masshouse on April 30, the eve of Labour Day, featuring local DJs including Hiribae, Euggy, Kasey, Suraj, Mura-KE and Ms Bune. Tickets cost Ksh.2,000.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sport

  1. Gor Mahia offered 1 million shillings to beat AFC Leopards

    Gor Mahia have been promised a one million shilling cash reward if they beat arch-rivals AFC Leopards in a Kenya Premier League title race clash at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, with Club Patron Eliud Owalo confirming the incentive is only for a win. The encounter is decisive for the championship, with Gor leading on 58 points and Leopards second on 55 points.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Ethiopia's Godana wins steeplechase at Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi

    Ethiopia's Gemechu Godana won the men's 3,000m steeplechase at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi on Friday with a meeting record of 8:14.55, ahead of Kenya's Simon Koech in second place. The victory marked a rare steeplechase defeat for Kenya on home soil, with world bronze medallist Edmund Serem finishing fourth.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Wanyonyi wins 1,500m, Getachew defeats Odira at Keino Classic

    Olympic and world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi opened his season with a 1,500m victory in 3:34.11 at the Kip Keino Classic, leading Kenya to a 1-7 finish at Nyayo Stadium. In the women's 800m, Ethiopia's Getachew defeated reigning world champion Lillian Odira with a season's best 1:58.79.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. FKF President Hussein Mohammed suspended over Ksh42 million scandal

    Nine of fourteen NEC members of the Football Kenya Federation have passed a resolution directing President Hussein Rashid Mohammed, NEC member Abdullahi Yussuf Ibrahim, and Acting General Secretary Dennis Gicheru to step aside over alleged financial impropriety and procurement breaches related to CHAN funds. Vice President McDonald Mariga Wanyama will assume the presidency in an acting capacity pending a forensic audit and independent investigations.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Kevin Chesang wins 10,000m at Kip Keino Classic

    Rising star Kevin Chesang, 20, won the men's 10,000m at the 7th Kip Keino Classic in 28:31.50, ahead of Kipkandie Mkulia and Kiboino Charles. The performance marks strong progression for the athlete, who recently set a personal best and has been selected for Kenya's 2026 World Athletics Cross Country Championships team.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  6. Slot urges focus on present as Liverpool pursues Champions League spot

    Liverpool manager Arne Slot warned that "margins are small" in the Premier League race for Champions League qualification, stressing his complete focus on the current season rather than next year's planning. Fifth-placed Liverpool face Crystal Palace on Saturday having failed to beat them in three meetings this season.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  7. Diana Wanza wins 5,000m at Kip Keino Classic

    Kenya's Diana Wanza won the women's 5,000m at the 2026 Kip Keino Classic in a personal best of 15:28.91, breaking away decisively with six laps remaining. Wanza is headed to the Africa Senior Athletics Championships in Accra as one of Kenya's medal hopes.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  8. Yego finishes fourth at Kip Keino Classic, eyes African title

    Former world javelin champion Julius Yego finished fourth at the 2026 Kip Keino Classic with a throw of 79.87m in his first full run-up event following injury troubles. Yego cited technical inconsistencies as the reason for missing the podium but said he is focused on retaining the African Senior Athletics Championships title in Accra, Ghana this May, which he hinted could be his final continental competition.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  9. UEFA bans Benfica's Prestianni six matches for discriminatory conduct

    UEFA banned Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni for six matches after a controversial incident in their Champions League clash against Real Madrid in February, with the ban imposed for homophobic conduct; three of those matches are suspended for a two-year probationary period, and Prestianni had already served one match in the second leg of the play-off against Madrid.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  10. Ulinzi Starlets seek title push against Police Bullets

    Ulinzi Starlets head coach Collins Ochieng aims for maximum points against defending champions Kenya Police Bullets in a Kenya Women Premier League fixture on Sunday, April 26, with only two points separating the top-of-the-table rivals. Ulinzi has been boosted by the return of four key players from the national team.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  11. Saudi Arabia appoints Donis as coach for 2026 World Cup

    Saudi Arabia's football federation has appointed Georgios Donis, a Greek former international, as head coach following Herve Renard's sacking in April. Donis, 56, takes over less than two months before Saudi Arabia's World Cup opener against Uruguay on June 15.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  12. Mashemeji Derby shapes KPL title race, multiple promotion-relegation battles

    Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards clash in a crucial Mashemeji Derby that could significantly influence the Kenyan Premier League title race, with Leopards holding a psychological edge from their 1-0 reverse-fixture victory. This weekend's fixtures across the league also feature defining moments in the top-three race, mid-table consistency battles, and relegation fights as the season approaches its closing phase.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  13. Barcelona lose Yamal to injury for final title push

    Barcelona must finish their La Liga title race without teenage winger Lamine Yamal, who sustained a hamstring injury against Celta Vigo and is out for the rest of the season. The club holds a nine-point lead over Real Madrid but faces a key Clásico on May 10, with coach Hansi Flick relying on squad depth to protect their advantage.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  14. Arsenal eye Premier League top spot as City focus on FA Cup

    Arsenal and Manchester City are level on 70 points with five games remaining; Arsenal can return to the summit with a win or draw at home to Newcastle while City play Southampton in the FA Cup semi-finals. Tottenham, winless in the Premier League since December, face relegation and must beat Wolves to restore hope of avoiding the second tier for the first time in nearly 50 years.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  15. Gabby Thomas targets sub-22 record in Kip Keino Classic 200m

    Olympic champion Gabby Thomas will race Kenyan sprinters Millicent Ndoro and Lillian Aoko in the women's 100m and 200m at the Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi on April 24, with Thomas aiming to become the first woman to run sub-22 seconds in the 200m on Kenyan soil and break the meeting record of 22.07.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  16. KCB Women's Volleyball wins silver at Africa Clubs Championship

    KCB Women's Volleyball Club reached the final of the 2026 Africa Clubs Championship in Cairo, losing 3-1 to Egypt's Al Ahly, but captain Mercy Moim and team patron Judith Sidi Odhiambo expressed pride in the runner-up finish as a major step forward after the team's fifth-place finish the previous year. Three KCB players—Merlyn Terry Tata, Juliana Namutira, and Sharon Cherono—received individual honours at the tournament.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  17. Bayern Munich fined €89,625 after fan incident injures photographers

    UEFA fined Bayern Munich €89,625 for spectator disturbances, a fan banner, blocked aisles, and thrown objects during their Champions League quarter-final victory over Real Madrid, when fans stormed barriers and trampled photographers—one suffering a concussion and another a head laceration. The club avoided a supporter lockout for their semi-final against Paris Saint-Germain.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  18. Carrick content at Man Utd, not seeking clarity on future

    Michael Carrick says he loves managing Manchester United but is not "chasing" clarity on his future as interim head coach, with the club currently third in the Premier League after wins against Manchester City and Arsenal.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  19. KAS concludes elite camp for 600 under-19 athletes nationwide

    The Kenya Academy of Sports wrapped up a two-week elite training camp at Lavington Girls High School with 600 of the country's top under-19 athletes (300 boys and 300 girls) identified through a year-long nationwide talent search across athletics, rugby, handball, football, basketball, and swimming. The initiative is intended to strengthen Kenya's competitiveness in international youth competitions and will feed into national federation selections for continental competitions and the Youth Olympic Games.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tourism & Environment

  1. Kenya tourism regulator denies hostage claims at Maasai Mara lodge

    Kenya's Tourism Regulatory Authority has dismissed reports that tourists were held hostage at Muthu Keekorok Lodge in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, saying the claims are false and exaggerated. The authority said the situation stems from a labour dispute between lodge management and staff that is being handled through court proceedings, and warned tourism operators against spreading false or misleading information about safety.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

World & Region

  1. EU and US sign critical minerals coordination agreement

    The European Union and United States signed an agreement to coordinate on critical minerals for defense and key industries, citing concern over China's dominance in the sector. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the combined market power of the US and EU could reduce dependence on concentrated supplies.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Norway plans bill to ban social media for under-16s

    Norway will present legislation this year to prohibit social networks for users under 16, making technology companies responsible for age verification. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said the measure aims to protect children's digital lives and preserve childhood from algorithmic and screen-based takeover.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. U.S. Army sergeant charged for insider trading on Maduro removal

    A U.S. Army master sergeant involved in the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information to bet $400,000 on prediction market Polymarket that U.S. forces would enter Venezuela and Maduro would be removed from power. The Justice Department says it marks the first insider trading charges involving a prediction market.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. Kenyan prisoner of war warns against joining Russia-Ukraine conflict

    Joseph Kabugi, a 41-year-old computer science engineer from Kenya held as a prisoner of war in Kyiv, has described how he was fraudulently recruited to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war after being promised he would work in his area of expertise without involvement in combat. He warned other Kenyans and foreigners not to join the war, noting that foreign soldiers were given limited training and sent to the frontline under false pretences; Prime Minister Mudavadi has stated that 252 Kenyans were on the frontline, with two currently held as prisoners of war as the government seeks their repatriation.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  5. Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire three weeks amid Iran tensions

    Israel and Lebanon extended their ceasefire for three weeks at a White House meeting brokered by President Trump, who said he was seeking "the best deal" to resolve the wider regional conflict despite ongoing fighting and tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  6. Italy dismisses bid to replace Iran at 2026 World Cup

    Italy's government and sports officials rejected suggestions by a US envoy that Italy replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup, with Italy's sports minister stating reinstatement "is not possible" and "you qualify on the pitch." Iran's embassy called the proposal an example of US "moral bankruptcy."

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  7. UK anonymised health data of 500,000 people listed on Chinese website

    Anonymised medical data of half a million members of UK health database Biobank was temporarily listed for sale on an Alibaba-owned Chinese website before being removed. Data minister Ian Murray said the breach involved information of all 500,000 Biobank members, and the data had been downloaded legitimately by three research institutions in China, whose access has now been suspended.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  8. Rights groups warn of US travel risks for World Cup visitors

    More than 120 rights groups, including the ACLU, issued a travel advisory warning that visitors to the 2026 World Cup in the United States risk "serious rights violations" due to US immigration policies, citing risks of arbitrary detention, deportation, invasive screening, and racial profiling. The coalition called on FIFA to pressure the US government for binding assurances protecting travelers' safety.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  9. ICC confirms murder charges against former Philippine President Duterte

    Judges at the International Criminal Court confirmed murder charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte as crimes against humanity, saying there were "substantial grounds" to believe he played a key role in the murders of 76 people as part of his so-called "war on drugs". The case will now proceed to trial.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Opinion

  1. Kenya drama festival should adopt creator playbook for skills

    An opinion piece argues that Kenya's 2026 National Drama and Film Festival, which included over 120,000 learners and formal Grade 10 assessment, should develop a "creator playbook" covering financial management, taxation, intellectual property, and online safety to convert creative talent into economic outcomes and sustainable livelihoods.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Digital payments help close gender gaps in African commerce

    An opinion piece argues that digital payment systems designed with women entrepreneurs' needs in mind—including low transaction fees, simple onboarding, and secure features—can help women-led businesses in informal economies scale, access credit, and formalize operations, potentially increasing global GDP by 20% if gender digitization gaps are closed.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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