President William Ruto has expressed frustration over the lack of political support from voters in his Rift Valley base, stating that 2.3 million voters from his Kalenjin community do not vote.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has expressed frustration over the lack of political support from voters in his Rift Valley base, stating that 2.3 million voters from his Kalenjin community do not vote.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has announced that his Linda Mwananchi team will join the United Alternative Government to field a joint candidate against President William Ruto in next year's elections, warning that failure to unite could split opposition votes.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Supreme Court, in a ruling by a six-judge bench led by Chief Justice Martha Koome, has issued an interim stay of an earlier court ruling that declared the Teachers Service Commission's internship programme unconstitutional, allowing the scheme to continue pending TSC's appeal.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
The government deployed specialized security units (General Service Unit and Rapid Deployment Unit) to the Mwingi–Garissa road following unrest triggered by the killing of a 14-year-old schoolboy by suspected armed camel herders on Tuesday, and an earlier attack at Kwa Kamari trading centre on Saturday that killed seven people. The deployment aims to escort vehicles and restore safety along the busy route after residents protested, resulting in stone-pelting of buses and looting of shops.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Wajir County is on course to host the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations on April 30, marking the first time the national event will be held in Northern Kenya. The county stadium is 65 per cent complete and expected to be finished two weeks ahead of schedule, with key infrastructure including roads, water, and power progressing steadily.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Peter Kimani's column describes coordinated "stampedes" in Murang'a County where crowds are assembled at market centres, offered cash inducements, and transported to President Ruto's political rallies. He reports that crowds were bussed in with party merchandise, but afterwards young people destroyed the branded items while chanting "Wantam," suggesting dissatisfaction over incomplete payments or reluctance to be publicly seen with the party.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya should rethink the constitutional number of judges at the Supreme Court, citing recurring quorum difficulties that have hindered the court's ability to sit and function effectively.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has expressed frustration over the prevailing political atmosphere and lack of support from voters in his political backyard, stating that 2.3 million voters from his Kalenjin community do not vote.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka has linked communal conflict between Akamba farmers and Somali herders in Kitui with a political motive aimed at postponing next year's election.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna announced that his Linda Mwananchi team will join the United Alternative Government in a broad strategy to challenge President William Ruto in next year's elections. Sifuna warned that the opposition must agree on a clear formula to produce a strong joint candidate, cautioning that failure to do so could split votes and give Ruto an unfair advantage.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly passed a motion that would require schools to allow parents to purchase uniforms from the open market, provided they meet institutional standards, and prohibit merchants from monopolising supply. The motion also seeks to bar schools from sending learners home over non-payment for school feeding programmes, remedial classes, or other non-statutory charges.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Supreme Court judge nominee Mohamed Warsame is described as a different man depending on the person, presenting contrasting aspects of his character.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Parliamentarians are calling for the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to be granted prosecutorial powers ahead of the 2027 General Election to address political indiscipline and enforce stricter curbs on hate speech.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi has claimed that Sh150.7 billion has been held in a secret account instead of being deposited into the Consolidated Fund, stating that a national budget outturn should serve as the sovereign equivalent of a personal bank statement.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Central Organisation of Trade Unions secretary-general Francis Atwoli used a Labour Day celebration to lead chants of "tutam" (we have power), turning the event into a political demonstration.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya and Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi used Labour Day celebrations in Western Kenya to campaign for President William Ruto's re-election, with Mudavadi expressing confidence in a second term and calling for voter registration participation.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli called on the IEBC to take firm action against political rallies occurring before an official campaign period is announced, warning that workers will suffer most if political tensions and polarisation escalate into national instability.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto announced a 12 per cent increase in general wages and a 15 per cent increase in agricultural wages during Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County. The announcement comes as the Central Organisation of Trade Unions had requested a 23 per cent wage increment.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta defended his continued political involvement in Jubilee, saying he has a constitutional right to support his party despite no longer holding public office. Speaking at a Jubilee event in Narok County, he drew comparisons to international leaders like Obama and accused the current administration of interfering with opposition parties.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticized the government in a Labour Day statement, saying Kenyan workers have little to celebrate amid shrinking incomes, rising taxes, and economic deterioration. Gachagua positioned himself as an ally of workers facing heavy taxation, stagnant wages, and rising cost of living, linking their plight to the 2027 General Election.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission registered 2,345,476 new voters during a month-long exercise concluding April 28, with Nairobi recording the highest number at 276,886 (11.8% of the total). Lamu posted the lowest turnout with 9,481 new registrations.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Speaker of the National Assembly urged Kenyans to support President Ruto's development agenda, saying it has helped restore the economy. Kenya's real GDP expanded by 4.6 per cent in 2025, down from 4.7 per cent in 2024, with agriculture growing 2.8 per cent due to erratic weather and manufacturing showing signs of strain.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto will lead the nation in marking Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County, with the government and stakeholders having completed logistical arrangements. Labour union leaders are pushing for wage increases to help workers cope with rising fuel and food prices.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his wife Dorcas attended a homecoming celebration for David Persaina, chairman of the Democratic Congress Party.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Purity Wangui Ngirici has been removed as Director and Chairperson of the Board of Kenya Seed Company Limited in a letter dated April 30, 2026, by National Treasury CS John Mbadi. The removal came a day after she publicly left the United Democratic Alliance.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to move swiftly to curb escalating premature political rallies, warning that unchecked political activity could destabilise the country and hurt workers the most.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has pressured President William Ruto to accelerate ratification of ILO Conventions 189 and 190, which protect domestic workers and address workplace violence and harassment, noting that the President previously committed to advancing the ratification process during the 2025 Labour Day celebrations but little progress has been made.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna marked Labour Day with a message encouraging Kenyan workers to remain resilient during economic challenges, adding a political call for the President to step down. The statement comes as Kenya's GDP growth slowed to 4.6 per cent in 2025 from 4.7 per cent in 2024, with agriculture and manufacturing sectors showing signs of strain.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Severe waterlogging along the A8 corridor has triggered heavy traffic congestion on the Nairobi Expressway. MOJA Expressway Company has announced a temporary toll waiver for vehicles exiting via the Southern Bypass and Eastern Bypass (Exit A) until normal traffic conditions are restored.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi criticized the government's economic management during the opening of the party's Homa Bay office, accusing it of deception and failing to deliver on promises of economic growth. He also raised concerns over inconsistencies in National Treasury reporting, questioning claims about billions held outside the Consolidated Fund.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Treasury has presented a budget estimate of Ksh.4.82 trillion for the financial year beginning July 2026, the highest in Kenya's history. The Treasury plans to borrow over Ksh.1.1 trillion from the domestic market to meet expenditure demands, despite expecting economic growth to slow to 5.0 per cent from a projected 5.3 per cent.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has expressed disappointment over low voter registration numbers from his Rift Valley stronghold and the Kalenjin community, noting that 1.8 million eligible voters with IDs and another 500,000 youth aged 18 have not registered.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto announced that salaried workers will now pay 5 percent of the unit's value as a deposit for affordable housing, down from the previous 10 percent. He called on trade unions to mobilise members to register on the Boma Yangu platform and apply for available housing categories.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto said construction of the long-awaited Kidundu Stadium in Vihiga County was delayed because residents on the project site needed to be compensated and relocated. The government has completed the compensation exercise, spending Sh90 million to relocate affected residents and clear the way for construction of the 10,000-seater facility.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has directed the immediate removal of former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Purity Ngirici as chairperson and director of the Kenya Seed Company board, one day after she publicly severed ties with the ruling UDA party. The Treasury cited Articles of Association of the company but did not provide reasons for the decision.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has announced a 12 percent increase in general wages and a 15 percent rise in agricultural wages to cushion workers against the rising cost of living. The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has called for at least a 23 percent minimum wage increase, citing previous increases of 22, 18, and 14 percent under former President Kibaki.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has criticized those who fault him for commenting on national issues, saying he feels confined and comparing his treatment unfavorably to that of former President Daniel arap Moi, who was not told to retire from public commentary.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nyeri Metropolitan Archbishop Most Rev Anthony Muheria has criticised President William Ruto and his Kenya Kwanza administration over sustained unfulfilled promises, calling for leaders to prioritise honesty and accountability rather than using deception to gain political popularity.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has affirmed he will run for president in 2027 to unseat President William Ruto. Speaking in Kajiado County, Gachagua vowed to make Ruto a one-term president, with his allies claiming he is the only candidate within the United Opposition with the capacity to defeat him.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto addressed Kenyan workers during Labour Day celebrations, calling for support for his second presidential bid and pledging to unite the country. He accused the opposition of fuelling division while political leaders endorsed his re-election campaign.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's National Treasury is proposing to reduce the fuel levy allocated to annuity road projects from KSh 3 to KSh 1.50 per litre, as part of efforts to cushion Kenyans from high fuel prices triggered by global supply disruptions.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has defended his continued involvement in Kenyan politics, asserting that he has a constitutional right to support and protect his political party despite no longer holding public office, and maintained that his loyalty to the Jubilee Party remains unwavering.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Justice Gregory Mutai declined Bia Tosha Distributors Limited's application for an expedited hearing of its petition challenging the termination of its exclusive distribution rights and seeking to block Diageo PLC's proposed Sh300 billion sale of its 65 percent stake in EABL to Asahi Group Holdings.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
German Development Bank KfW has become the 13th institutional shareholder in the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) by investing $32 million (Sh4.1 billion). The investment strengthens ATIDI's capital base and capacity to support trade and investment across the continent.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Workers in agriculture, forestry and fishing—which contribute 23 per cent to Kenya's GDP—struggle to afford food items they produce and process, even as the country reports economic growth. Kenyans face a heavy tax burden and falling incomes.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi has cemented its position as Africa's leading destination for startup funding, attracting nearly $1 billion in venture capital last year, according to official data and industry figures.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
According to the Digital 2026 Mid-Year Global Update Report, Kenya leads the world in AI tool usage, with 97.5 per cent of internet users aged 16 and above engaging with AI platforms monthly. Kenya's Special Envoy for Technology Philip Thigo said the country should invest in building more data centres to handle its own data, as Africa represents only about one per cent of the world's AI computing capacity.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Tanzanian-founded conglomerate Amsons Group has pledged Sh4.5 billion to build and equip ten Level 4 mother-and-child hospitals across Kenya over three years, the largest private grant for maternal health in the country. The hospitals will be constructed and transferred to the government at no cost under a "Build, Equip and Transfer" model, with locations in nine counties including Nairobi, Kwale, and Kisumu.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Inflation has reached a two-year high, with Kenyans reporting that the cost of essential goods including food, transport, and cooking gas has risen significantly in the past year, squeezing household budgets and business earnings.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's manufacturing sector grew by two per cent in 2025, down from three per cent in 2024, as the agro-based manufacturing sub-sector contracted by 1.2 per cent, with sugar production declining by 24.8 per cent. The Economic Survey 2026 notes that manufacturing accounted for 7.1 per cent of GDP in 2025, down from 7.3 per cent in 2024.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Workers in agriculture, forestry and fishing — sectors contributing 23 per cent to Kenya's GDP — struggle to afford basic food items despite their productivity, facing poor pay and double taxation that mask underlying economic challenges.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Insurance companies are being encouraged to differentiate themselves through customised, data-driven solutions to boost customer loyalty and satisfaction. However, while 81 per cent of insurers have access to behavioural data, only 12 per cent possess the advanced analytics capabilities to use it effectively, and concerns about data privacy and AI fairness continue to affect customer trust.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Mwenda Mwimbi left a stable engineering job at the National Oil Corporation of Kenya to start Aquacentury, a custom aquarium brand. Nearly a decade later, the venture is establishing itself in Kenya's aquatic design industry.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
A new payment wallet allows Nairobi residents to purchase skincare products in installments rather than paying full price upfront, making skincare more accessible to those with limited immediate spending power.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Huawei unveiled next-generation connectivity and energy solutions at the Connected Africa Summit 2026 in Nairobi, with innovations focused on connectivity, digital inclusion, digital power and renewable energy aimed at accelerating Africa's digital transformation.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Apple posted profit of $29.6 billion on revenue of $111.2 billion in its March quarter, with iPhone demand and digital services helping it beat expectations. iPhone sales grew double digits in every country where Apple does business.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto commissioned a modern market at Koginga Beach in Homa Bay County in May 2025, moving fish traders from makeshift structures to hygienic stalls with a food court. The facility is intended to boost the blue economy and create jobs for traders who previously operated in poor conditions.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Senate Committee on Roads, Transportation and Infrastructure inspected the Bomas of Kenya International Conference Centre, which had been announced for April 2026 completion but now is scheduled for September. The facility is designed to become East Africa's largest conference centre with capacity for up to 30 Heads of State and various large venues.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto announced a 12 per cent increase in general wages and a 15 per cent rise in agricultural wages for Kenyan workers during Labour Day celebrations. The President also announced a new government-backed healthcare arrangement for teachers and public officers with zero co-payment.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
MOJA Expressway Company granted motorists temporary toll-free access to select sections of the Nairobi Expressway following severe flooding that disrupted traffic on Mombasa Road. The waiver applies to drivers exiting via the Southern Bypass and Eastern Bypass (Exit A).
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura announced that Kenya created 822,100 new jobs in 2025, pushing total employment to 21.6 million, with the majority coming from the informal sector and growth driven by construction activity including affordable housing and road projects.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The relationships between asset classes are less reliable than assumed, and shocks now transmit across markets—oil, equities, and safe-haven assets—faster and more simultaneously than traditional frameworks can handle, as illustrated by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East in early 2026.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's economy expanded by 4.6 per cent in 2025, marking a second consecutive year of slowing growth from 4.7 per cent in 2024 and 5.7 per cent in 2023, with GDP rising to Ksh.17.6 trillion. President Ruto has pushed back against criticism of the slowdown, citing improvements such as reduced fertilizer prices and teacher recruitment.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Fly 748 has officially resumed scheduled flight operations in Kenya's domestic market, focusing on affordability and reliability. The airline's initial flights operate from Nairobi to Mombasa and Ukunda, with plans to expand based on demand.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nearly 80 per cent of insurers are deploying AI to refine pricing, streamline claims, and improve customer experience, significantly shortening claims processing from weeks to hours or minutes. Modern consumers expect insurance to be as intuitive and seamless as e-commerce platforms, driving a shift from transactional models to ongoing customer relationships.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has launched the World Agriculture Forum Country Council to accelerate agricultural transformation through AI and bioengineering, aiming to boost productivity, strengthen climate resilience, and connect global innovation with local farming systems.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's agricultural sector growth slumped to 2.8 per cent in 2025 from 4.4 per cent in 2024, attributed to unfavourable weather patterns with below-average rainfall that affected crops such as tea, beans and sugarcane, though maize production increased. The agriculture, forestry and fishing sector contributed Sh4.1 trillion to the country's Sh17.6 trillion nominal GDP in 2025.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's meteorological department forecasts that heavy rainfall will ease substantially from the middle of May, signalling the gradual end of the March-April-May long-rains season. Some regions including Central Kenya, Lake Victoria Basin, western Kenya and the Coastal region are expected to continue receiving below-average rainfall into June.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
In Kisumu County, Irene Oloo and 29 other women from the Jasho Letu group lease a 4-acre plot during off-peak seasons to grow vegetables like African Night Shade, earning about Ksh5,000 per week before vacating for rice farmers during peak season.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As Kenya observes Labour Day, thousands of migrant workers face vulnerabilities, exploitation and death while seeking employment abroad, with hundreds suffering after being duped by recruitment agencies despite the government's Kazi Majuu labour export initiative.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Three thieves broke into an official Isuzu D-Max vehicle belonging to Public Service and Human Capital Development Principal Secretary Jane Imbunya on Tuesday night while parked outside Kingdom Guest House in Kisumu, stealing a camera worth about Sh400,000.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Teachers in Kenya face low pay, shrinking take-home earnings, and a sense of abandonment, as JSS teachers in Nairobi County demonstrated for better remuneration and improved conditions on Labour Day.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
A fire broke out at the newly elevated Dr Aggrey National School in Wundanyi on Thursday evening, destroying the dormitory that accommodates about 180 students and raising concerns about frequent fire outbreaks at the institution. The Taita Taveta County security team is investigating the incident, and police thwarted an attempt by students to set the school on fire.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that cattle rustling's impact extends beyond missing livestock to disrupt families, women, and children's education and safety, with vulnerable populations bearing the brunt of conflict escalation.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Residents of Viwandani informal settlement along Lungalunga Road have experienced repeated fire outbreaks in recent weeks, including one incident that destroyed more than 30 houses. Kenya Pipeline Company has intensified community safety training programmes to equip residents with life-saving skills, with the company's Chief Fire Safety Officer noting the training aligns with International Labour Organisation standards.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
The government has reduced the presidential secondary bursary allocation from Sh400 million to Sh100 million for 2026/2027. The Institute of Public Finance argues that consolidating multiple parallel bursary schemes could eliminate duplication and provide full free secondary education with a Sh20 billion surplus.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Dr Job Obwaka, a veteran gynaecologist and director of Nairobi Hospital, has died at age 83. He passed away at the hospital where he worked for decades, six weeks after his arrest over disputed charges of falsifying hospital records.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Thousands of Kenyan migrant workers are suffering exploitation, abuse, and death overseas after being recruited through agencies or the government's Kazi Majuu labour export programme, with many lacking any redress for their vulnerabilities.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya remains unhealthy despite increased government investment in health services. According to the latest Kenya National Bureau of Statistics Economic Survey 2026, national government health expenditure rose 22.8 per cent to Sh150.9 billion, while county governments' spending increased 23.3 per cent to Sh133.4 billion, amid facility expansion, rising demand for care, and shifting disease patterns.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Alliance Girls High School, one of Kenya's most prestigious schools, is under scrutiny following a Ministry of Education investigative report that exposed systemic financial mismanagement and exploitation of parents by the school's Board of Management and administration, including inflated fees, illegal levies, and questionable financial practices.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Trade unions in Kenya were founded as instruments of worker protection and collective bargaining, with roots in the anti-colonial struggle of the 1940s–50s. The article examines how unions like KNUT (established 1957), COTU (1965), KUPPET (1998), and UASU (2003) have evolved under Kenya's Labour Relations Act of 2007 and constitutional frameworks, emphasizing the need for democratic representation and sector-specific service to active workers.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Health experts at the World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2026 in Nairobi warn that non-communicable diseases are rising in Africa, with governments treating cancer care as an expense rather than investment. Nearly 75 per cent of African patients pay for healthcare out of pocket, and many cancers are detected late due to weak prevention and screening systems, with rapid urbanisation, sedentary lifestyles, processed foods, tobacco use and pollution cited as key drivers.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has issued orders blocking the Director of Public Prosecutions from prosecuting a Russian national involved in a contentious divorce and child custody dispute, a case raising allegations of fraud, abuse of prosecutorial powers, and immigration violations.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's 61st Labour Day celebrations are being held at Friends School Chavakali High in Vihiga County, marking the first time the event has been hosted outside Nairobi. The gathering includes senior government officials and is organised around the theme "Strengthening Local Production and Protecting Workers' Rights."
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard examines how online dating and digital platforms enable predatory behaviour that culminates in violence against women, with romance-based manipulation preceding fatal outcomes.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Hundreds of Kenyan workers from parastatals, trade unions and companies streamed into Vihiga County for national Labour Day celebrations at Friends School Chavakali High School on Friday. Participants marched in organised groups wearing coordinated uniforms and carrying placards calling for improved working conditions and better remuneration.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Labour Day ceremonies celebrate the dignity of work and honour workers, but many struggle daily with debt, bills, and survival, revealing a gap between official celebration and workers' lived reality.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Heavy overnight rainfall has caused flooding on Mombasa Road in Nairobi, disrupting traffic and submerging a lorry near City Cabanas. Motorists are advised to use the Nairobi Expressway as an alternative route.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Four people died and several others were injured in a head-on crash between a lorry and a saloon car at Tegero area along the Narok–Bomet highway in Narok County. The accident occurred after the lorry veered into the oncoming lane.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Heavy downpours across Kenya have triggered flash floods, stranding motorists on Mombasa Road and elsewhere, with unconfirmed reports of missing persons in Mukuru kwa Njenga. Kenya Red Cross teams have been deployed to assess the situation and coordinate rescues.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
The World Health Organization has prequalified artemether-lumefantrine, the first antimalarial formulation specifically developed for newborns and infants weighing between 2 and 5 kilograms, addressing a critical treatment gap that previously exposed the youngest infants to dosing errors and toxicity.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Dandora police officers encountered a three-man gang robbing members of the public along Councillor Opundo Road. During the confrontation, one suspect drew a Tokarev pistol and fired at officers, leading to a response in which the suspect was fatally injured. Officers recovered the loaded pistol with ammunition, a military knife, and two mobile phones; two accomplices escaped.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Angry residents in Mwea, Kirinyaga County torched the home of Bishop Simon Wachira of Ambassadors for Christ Ministry Church and looted property after a 30-year-old man named Martin Kara died. Residents accused the bishop of hiring three men, including two of his cousins, to assault Kara, allegedly over accusations that Kara had stolen a 90kg bag of rice and a chicken from the bishop's property.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations arrested nine suspected members of a notorious criminal gang in Trans Nzoia West Sub-County during an intelligence-led operation targeting gang violence in Premium and Tuwani areas. The suspects are in custody awaiting arraignment.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Young people are turning to informal jobs such as hawking, kiosks, and roadside food vending to cope with rising unemployment and the high cost of living in Kenya. Chapati selling has emerged as a popular option due to low startup costs and ease of entry, with vendors citing minimal capital requirements and quick-to-learn skills.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nine suspected gang members were arrested in a coordinated security operation by DCI and Kitale Police in Trans Nzoia West Sub-County, targeting criminal activity in the Premium and Tuwani areas. The suspects are in custody pending court arraignment as part of broader security operations against organised gangs.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
A Tanzanian national, Anthony Juma, has been charged with defiling and strangling an 11-year-old girl, Glorious Kaiza Maore, in Mombasa. Her body was discovered in a sack in the Manyani area days after she went missing from Sunday school practice in March.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company announced a temporary water supply interruption affecting residential and commercial areas including Westlands, Kilimani, Lavington, and others, following a major burst on the NCT–Kigoro–Gigiri–Kabete transmission pipeline at Gigiri. The utility said repairs are underway and water supply is expected to resume by 6:00 AM on Saturday, May 2.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi County has decided to absorb the Climate Worx programme into its routine sanitation system, consolidating duties including street sweeping, drainage clearing, and waste handling into daily operations to eliminate duplication and ensure consistent clean-up work rather than periodic campaigns.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Uganda's Ministry of Health reported a surge in measles cases, with 20 districts confirming outbreaks so far this year. The Director General of Health Services noted that 75 percent of cases are among children under five, and 64 percent of patients never received measles-rubella vaccination, while the ministry has activated vaccination campaigns targeting children aged 9-59 months.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
A burst along the NCT–Kigoro–Gigiri–Kabete transmission pipeline has disrupted water supply across multiple Nairobi areas including Westlands, Lavington, Kilimani, and Kibera. Repair works by Athi Water Works Development Agency and Nairobi Water are underway, with supply expected to resume by 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Police in Trans Nzoia West Sub-County arrested nine suspected members of a criminal gang in an intelligence-led operation targeting Premium and Tuwani areas. Authorities say the suspects are linked to incidents disrupting public order and are expected to be arraigned in court after processing.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Dr Job Obwaka, a veteran gynaecologist and director at Nairobi Hospital, has died at the age of 83. He was rushed unconscious to the hospital on Friday evening and pronounced dead on arrival. He had recently been arrested alongside other directors over a leadership row at the hospital.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Standard examines how violence against custodians of culture risks erasing Kenya's heritage and traditional wisdom as protectors of cultural knowledge become targets.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Ugandan artist Joshua Baraka was interviewed by Citizen Digital at a Spotify Fresh Finds session instead of the originally planned Blankets and Wine festival venue in September.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya held the national finals of the 25th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition, featuring 20 university students competing in speech and talent categories at the University of Nairobi. The event, hosted by the Chinese Embassy in partnership with Confucius Institutes, was attended by senior government officials and diplomats, with officials highlighting the competition's role in fostering cross-cultural understanding and developing Mandarin speakers as cultural ambassadors between Kenya and China.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
As the Kenya Basketball Federation Men and Women's Premier League first leg nears completion, teams are competing intensely for top-eight playoff positions. Defending champions Nairobi City Thunder and Kenya Ports Authority remain undefeated, while lower-ranked teams including African Nazarene University Wolfpacks battle to avoid relegation.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan marathoner Sabastian Sawe set a world record and ran the first sub-two-hour marathon in legal competition at the 2026 London Marathon, finishing in 1:59:30. The 30-year-old from Moiben, Uasin Gishu County, credited perfect conditions and pacesetter Yomif Kejelcha for the achievement, pending ratification.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Ports Authority lost 3-1 to Rwanda Energy Group in the quarter-finals of the CAVB Men's Club Championship in Kigali, ending Kenya's hopes for a maiden title as the last remaining Kenyan side in the competition.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta protested the VAR reversal of a penalty awarded to his team in their 1-1 Champions League semi-final first leg draw against Atletico Madrid, saying the decision to overturn Eberechi Eze's penalty after a review was unacceptable and changed the course of the match.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Marathon world record holder Sabastian Sawe returned to Kenya after posting the first-ever sub-two-hour marathon time of 1:59:30 in London, and was awarded Sh8 million and a car by President William Ruto at a State House reception in Nairobi. Sawe shattered the previous world record of 2:00:35 held by the late Kelvin Kiptum.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Six professional boxing fights are lined up at K-Fitness Gym in Nakuru to mark Labour Day celebrations, featuring four boxers from Nakuru selected by the Kenya Professional Boxing Commission against opponents from other parts of the country. The event is the first in a series aimed at promoting professional boxing at the grassroots level across eight counties, with finals to be held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick welcomed winger Raphinha's return from a hamstring injury as the Catalans, 11 points clear of Real Madrid, close in on the Spanish title. Flick's team can win a second successive La Liga title this weekend if they beat Osasuna and Real Madrid drop points to Espanyol.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Italy's player and coaching associations endorsed Giovanni Malago, who headed the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, as the next president of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), following Gabriele Gravina's resignation in April.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino reaffirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup and play their games in the United States as scheduled, despite uncertainty stemming from Middle East tensions since February.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
World champion Faith Cherotich and Kenyan-born Bahraini Winfred Yavi will compete in the women's 3000m steeplechase at the Diamond League meeting in Xiamen on May 23, their 12th face-off in four seasons since Cherotich won the World Championships in Tokyo with a championship record of 8:51.59.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sebastian Sawe, who became the first person to break the two-hour barrier in a marathon with a time of 1:59:30 at the London Marathon, has been offered a fully sponsored four-night luxury getaway called the "Champion's Retreat" at a Kenyan destination of his choice by the Kenya Tourism Board.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
In their first Premier League season, Nairobi United remained unbeaten over six fixtures in April and rose to sixth place, with victories over Shabana (3-0) and Posta Rangers (2-0), and away wins against Murang'a Seal (4-2) and Mathare United (2-1), while also drawing with Mara Sugar (1-1) and Kakamega Homeboyz (2-2).
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Espanyol have not won a match in 2026 and face Real Madrid on Sunday; if they win and Barcelona beat Osasuna on Saturday, Barcelona will be crowned Spanish league champions. Espanyol have fallen to 13th place, five points clear of the relegation zone.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Strathmore Blades head coach Tony Ochieng cited weather disruptions and a single training session this week as challenges ahead of their Kenya National Men's Basketball Premier League fixtures, while also noting squad unavailability due to injuries and personal commitments. Despite setbacks, Ochieng expressed confidence in his team's ability to perform.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paris Saint-Germain face a Ligue 1 fixture against Lorient before their Champions League semi-final second leg against Bayern Munich next Wednesday, where they will defend a 5-4 lead from the first leg.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal can go six points clear of Manchester City this weekend if they beat Fulham on Saturday, two days before City face Everton. The title race may be decided by tight margins after the top two were recently level on points and goal difference.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Liverpool manager Arne Slot said Mohamed Salah, who will leave at the end of the campaign, "deserves a big send-off" and expects the 33-year-old to return from a minor muscle injury before the season concludes, though not in Sunday's match against Manchester United.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Aston Villa lost 1-0 to Nottingham Forest in the Europa League semi-final first leg, with a Chris Wood penalty from a Lucas Digne handball deciding the match. Villa boss Unai Emery criticized VAR for not sending off Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson for an ugly foul on Ollie Watkins in the first half, calling it a clear red card and "a huge, huge mistake."
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
RB Leipzig, in third place, can secure Champions League qualification with victory over sixth-placed Bayer Leverkusen this Saturday, having missed European competition entirely last season. Leipzig hold a five-point cushion over fourth-placed Stuttgart and Hoffenheim, with Bayern Munich having already clinched the title and Borussia Dortmund securing second-place qualification.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Eddie Howe said he held "constructive" discussions with Yasir Al-Rumayyan, governor of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), and is certain the club's Saudi backers remain firmly committed to Newcastle's efforts to establish itself as one of the best in the world, despite PIF's announcement that it is withdrawing its backing of LIV Golf at the end of the season.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said his second-placed side cannot blame their gruelling schedule if they fail to win the Premier League title, despite facing three matches in seven days after games against Crystal Palace and Bournemouth were rescheduled around the FA Cup final against Chelsea on May 16.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
PSG coach Luis Enrique said he was not frustrated by his side's narrow 5-4 first-leg advantage over Bayern Munich, calling it a unique match that could have resulted in a draw or loss without being unfair.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Benfica's head coach José Mourinho has stated he has had no contact with Real Madrid.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Vihiga Queens, currently fourth in the Kenyan Women Premier League with 31 points from 18 matches, target maximum points against defending champions Kenya Police Bullets on Saturday. The four-time champions, 12 points behind the leaders, have shifted focus from title hopes to finishing the season strongly by winning their remaining three matches.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Research analyzing two decades of satellite data across ecosystems including Maasai Mara, Tsavo, the Aberdares, and Mt Elgon reveals that current fire suppression policies are failing to keep pace with escalating effects of climate change and human encroachment, leaving more than a third of some protected landscapes at extreme risk of burning. Savanna ecosystems are experiencing a spike in fire outbreaks, while montane forests show repeated fires hitting high-elevation grasslands and moorlands that were never meant to burn often.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya recorded 2.5 million tourist arrivals last year, representing 6.2 per cent growth, according to the Economic Survey 2026. The majority of international visitors came from Germany, Italy, UK, and France, while Kenyan residents remained the major visitors to tourist destinations.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Homa Bay County has completed a Ksh.280 million expansion of Kabunde Airstrip, extending the runway from 1.1km to 1.3km and rehabilitating taxiways and apron to enable larger aircraft operations. The airstrip resumed full operations in April and can handle one million passengers yearly, with authorities saying it will improve regional connectivity and business.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Antoine Moses, the reigning Guinness World Records holder for most trees planted in 24 hours, planted 47,460 mangrove propagules within 24 hours at Tudor Creek in Mombasa County, setting a new global benchmark. The attempt, pending official verification, aligns with President William Ruto's 15 billion tree-growing programme.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ethiopia holds a general election on June 1, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed expected to win despite armed conflicts and economic challenges from the Middle East war. The ruling Prosperity Party, which won 485 of 502 contested seats in 2021, has barely campaigned, and analysts describe the upcoming election as likely to be among the least competitive since multi-party democracy was introduced in 1991.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
More than 25 million minors in Sudan—half the total population—have been affected by the three-year conflict between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, with eight million currently out of school. Displaced children are now receiving education at camps like Al-Hishan, where some attend accelerated programmes to catch up on lost learning.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Gulf monarchies are exploring alternative oil and trade routes to reduce dependence on the Strait of Hormuz following Middle East tensions, but experts warn that economics, politics, and regional rivalries will complicate such efforts.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China is expanding zero-tariff treatment to an additional 20 African countries for a two-year period beginning May 1, 2026, following earlier zero-tariff status granted to 33 least-developed African countries since December 2024. The policy applies to all African nations with which China maintains diplomatic relations, though tariff quotas will remain subject to out-of-quota rates.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
China will ban the sale, rental and importation of drones and key components in Beijing, with new rules taking effect Friday requiring drone owners to register devices with police and obtain permits to fly them. The move comes as China has tightened drone regulations in recent years citing public safety concerns.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
The United States sanctioned former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila on Thursday, citing allegations that he assisted Rwandan-linked rebels who have seized parts of his country. The action follows a peace deal that President Trump announced in December after meeting both countries' leaders.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump said he was reluctant to wear a bulletproof vest despite multiple alleged assassination attempts, saying he did not want to look 20 pounds heavier. This came after a man was charged with attempting to assassinate Trump at a Washington gala on Saturday.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China will scrap tariffs for all African countries from Friday except Eswatini, which maintains ties with Taiwan. The zero-tariff policy now covers 53 countries and will remain in place until 30 April 2028, though analysts note that tariff barriers are rarely the main obstacle for African exporters given the region's large trade deficit with China.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Prosecutors in California have filed a misdemeanor charge of driving under the influence against pop star Britney Spears following her March arrest for allegedly driving her BMW erratically at high speed on a southern California highway. She is scheduled for court arraignment next Monday, though she is not required to attend in person.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed his re-election candidacy for 2027 at FIFA's Congress in Vancouver, after securing pledges of support from the African Football Confederation and the Asian Football Confederation.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cameroon's defence ministry said its security forces killed 14 people it called "terrorists" in the town of Ndzerem-Nyam in the northwest on Sunday, claiming soldiers responded to heavy fire and seized weapons and explosives. An NGO, African Conscience, disputed this, characterizing the killings as "brutal killings of at least 14 persons mostly unarmed civilians" after military forces interrupted a cultural ceremony.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto is scheduled to address Tanzania's Parliament on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 11 a.m. in a high-level engagement aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between Kenya and Tanzania. The occasion is described as significant and historic, with top national leaders expected to attend.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump announced the removal of tariffs on Scottish whisky in honor of King Charles III and Queen Camilla as their four-day state visit to the United States concluded. Trump said the decision, made as the royals departed the White House, represents a major trade concession to Britain.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared that the United States suffered a "disgraceful defeat" in its plans, rejecting President Trump's warning of a prolonged US naval blockade. Khamenei said Iran now controls shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and predicted a future for the Persian Gulf without US interference.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China has officially implemented zero-tariff treatment for all 53 African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations, covering 100 percent of tariff lines. The policy is accompanied by streamlined customs procedures and support for African product exports via platforms including cross-border e-commerce.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Ethiopia holds a general election on June 1, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, in power since 2018, all but guaranteed victory despite multiple armed conflicts and economic strain. Abiy's Prosperity Party won 485 of 502 contested seats in the last election in 2021, which was disrupted by the Tigray civil war; his government has since cracked down on opponents, rights groups, and journalists.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States blacklisted former DR Congo president Joseph Kabila on Thursday, accusing him of providing financial and political support to M23 rebels in the country's east. Kabila called the sanctions "profoundly unjustified, politically motivated and based on unsubstantiated accusations," while the Kinshasa government welcomed the move as a step against impunity.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. President Donald Trump announced he will remove tariffs on Scottish whisky during King Charles III's visit to the United States. The move is part of a broader economic agreement between the two countries to expand market access for key industries including beef, pharmaceuticals, and ethanol.
1 May 2026 · Capital News →
Iran delivered a new proposal for peace talks with the United States through mediator Pakistan on Thursday, state media reported Friday, even as negotiations remain frozen despite a weeks-long ceasefire that began in April after a war launched by the United States and Israel on February 28.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's workforce is deeply fragmented across staff, artisans, jua kali, and contract workers, each operating in isolation; this fragmentation undermines genuine worker solidarity and allows the workforce to be used as political pawns rather than driving economic progress.
1 May 2026 · The Standard →
Columnist Yvonne Okwara questions Kenya's middle-income classification, noting that the measure—based on average gross national income per capita—obscures inequality and is being used to justify higher fuel prices, fewer subsidies, and more taxes.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →