President William Ruto has repeatedly blamed his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua of spreading ethnic politics, but his moves to mobilise votes from his community could polarize the country further given his position.
Ruto's community-focused mobilization despite ethnic politics criticism raises concerns about polarization ahead of 2027.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has repeatedly blamed his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua of spreading ethnic politics, but his moves to mobilise votes from his community could polarize the country further given his position.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Homa Bay Governor and ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga, the first female governor in Nyanza region who took office in 2022, is navigating multiple political threats to her career.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Following Raila Odinga's death, Western and Nyanza regions—traditionally ODM strongholds—have become contested territory as UDA, other parties, and opposition leaders battle for control, with analysts warning the contest could reshape Kenya's 2027 political landscape.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's opposition leaders should shift strategy by focusing on holding President William Ruto accountable for his campaign promises through a delivery audit, rather than engaging in the performative political drama he generates.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta's Jubilee party and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party are competing for support in the Maa-speaking counties of Kajiado, Narok, and Samburu, which voted for the Orange Democratic Movement in 2022. Both parties have appointed key regional officials in their bid to build influence in these areas.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto expressed frustration over voter apathy in his Rift Valley stronghold, exposing political vulnerability as analysts suggest he will struggle to win the 2027 presidential contest without sufficient numbers in his home region.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Judicial Service Commission's interview process for judges and magistrates reflects a potential shift in how judicial performance is evaluated and how this will affect job security and promotions for judicial officers. The article suggests that legal reforms and accountability measures may become central to determining who advances in the judiciary.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Kwanza administration is under scrutiny over perceived duplication of roles within government institutions amid a narrowing fiscal space. The government has introduced a Bill that seeks to establish an authority to license hospitals, accredit facilities, inspect and audit, and enforce compliance with health regulations.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former Narok North MP Moitalel ole Kenta has declared his bid for Narok County governor, alleging that the 2022 election was flawed and that the current administration lacks legitimacy. Kenta, recently appointed Jubilee Party Secretary General, is positioning himself as a unifying figure ahead of the 2027 General Election.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kadu Asili, a party in existence since 2006, has rebranded with veteran trade unionist Mudzo Nzili as its new leader and joined the United Opposition campaign, positioning itself as a third political force in the Coast region alongside ODM and UDA.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto said his administration has changed the disbursement schedule to release capitation funds before the start of each term, rather than after reopening as in previous years. He noted schools received funds for the first and second terms at least a week before reopening, and Sh23 billion was released on April 23.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has cautioned Kenya Kwanza leaders against attacking retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, insisting that retirement does not strip a leader of constitutional freedoms to comment on national issues and participate in public life.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has called for political restraint as his administration accelerates efforts to remove illegal structures from riparian land and unblock drainage systems to address worsening urban floods. Operations are extending to flood-prone areas such as Kirichwa Kubwa, with Sakaja stating that enforcement will be applied uniformly and no one will be exempted.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata announced he will not defend his seat on the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket in 2027, warning that the party is repeating persecution tactics that enabled its 2022 victory. Kang'ata said UDA's current conduct mirrors Jubilee government tactics that previously garnered sympathy for the opposition, and noted the party has drawn no lessons from its own history.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka says Linda Mwananchi and the United Opposition are in talks to form a coalition ahead of the 2027 General Election, aiming to oust President William Ruto. He expressed optimism that Linda Mwananchi will control Siaya, Kisumu, Homa Bay and Migori counties.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Security PS Raymond Omollo addressed mourners in Seme, Kisumu County, urging political leaders and citizens to uphold peace and unity while cautioning against statements that could incite unrest. He defended leaders' right to campaign freely while maintaining respect and harmony, and expressed confidence that Nyanza will support President William Ruto's re-election.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata has said that President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance party faces a "catastrophic defeat" in the region in the 2027 General Election, citing political shifts and loss of support despite previous efforts to align political strategies with the President.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Orange Democratic Movement held a three-day retreat in Mombasa, with party leadership urging supporters to remain committed and unified. Party Chairperson Gladys Wanga said the retreat aims to solidify support bases and uphold unity within the faction.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Siaya Governor James Orengo condemned the disruption of a funeral service at Ridore Primary School in Seme, where he had gone to pay respects to Eliud Nyikal Okaka, father of Seme MP James Nyikal. Orengo blamed "hired goons" for the chaos, which forced clergy to cut the service short, and vowed that intimidation will not silence the Linda Mwananchi movement.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has criticised former President Uhuru Kenyatta, calling on him to accord President William Ruto the respect befitting his office, noting that Ruto remained loyal and respectful during his time as Deputy President.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged journalists to uphold responsible and objective reporting as Kenya marks World Press Freedom Day, emphasizing that press freedom comes with responsibility and that a free press is central to democracy.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM is holding a retreat in Mombasa from Sunday through Tuesday, bringing together its National Executive Committee, parliamentary group, and elected governors. The meeting aims to strengthen party structures and address internal concerns, with discussions expected on strategy, grassroots mobilisation, and anticipated engagement talks with President Ruto's UDA.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will attend a church service at PCEA Ilasit on Sunday before holding rallies in Ilasit, Kimana and Isinet towns to wrap up his three-day visit to Kajiado County. On Saturday, he toured Kajiado South, opening a DCP office in Oloitoktok and addressing a rally and public baraza at Iltilal.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Siaya Governor James Orengo condemned the disruption of a funeral in Seme for Seme MP James Nyikal's father, accusing the State of deploying "goons" to intimidate the Linda Mwananchi movement. Orengo said no amount of intimidation or teargas would silence the movement, as tensions at the burial escalated when youths demanded he leave before the service could continue.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja appealed for calm in the political arena, warning against early campaigns and violence ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying the "sense of panic" in the country was unnecessary. He condemned incidents where leaders are chased away from public events and linked Nairobi's flooding challenges to poor planning and construction.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, speaking at a church service in Kajiado County, declared he will run for president under the United Alternative Government and warned against Cabinet Secretaries engaging in partisan politics. He also defended former President Uhuru Kenyatta's constitutional rights and said opposition leaders will eventually unite behind a single candidate to face President William Ruto.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto attended a church service at Africa Inland Church Githumu in Kandara Constituency, Murang'a County, and was expected to visit Njiri's Boys High School. The visit comes a week after his two-day development tour of the county, during which he launched and inspected various projects.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja called for political calm while announcing intensified demolitions and reclamation of illegally developed riparian land across the city, including Kirichwa Kubwa in Kilimani, citing worsening floods and unauthorized construction on waterways as key drivers of the crisis.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka pledged continued support for journalists and media practitioners on World Press Freedom Day, commending their resilience and coverage of the 2024 Gen Z protests despite intimidation and media house closures. He cited constitutional protections for media freedom and freedom of expression.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
ODM party leader Oburu Odinga has called on Nyanza region leaders to unite and rise above personal interests, emphasizing that the party's strength lies in diversity but unity of purpose is essential to safeguard its future amid growing internal tensions.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto said his development record, including projects in agriculture, transport, and housing across Murang'a county, demonstrates his competence for a second term in the 2027 elections. He announced plans to complete the Mau Mau roads project by next year, noting it has progressed from 20% to 60% completion since 2022 with a 1 billion shilling allocation.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata announced he will not seek re-election on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket in 2027, citing instances of confrontation and tension that conflict with his principles, though he has long partnered with UDA leader President William Ruto.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has urged reduced political tensions as the county intensifies efforts to mitigate flooding, including scaling up demolition of structures built on riparian land and enforcement of urban planning regulations. He attributed the city's flooding challenges to illegal construction on waterways and poor adherence to planning regulations.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata announced he will not seek re-election on the UDA ticket, citing policy disagreements with President Ruto over manufacturing, health, and education priorities. He said he had candid discussions with Ruto but they "did not reach convergence," and will announce his new political platform at a later date.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has clarified that the 12 per cent wage increase announced by President William Ruto during Labour Day celebrations in Vihiga County is a general wage adjustment, not a minimum wage increment.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's top bank chiefs delivered record profits and double-digit shareholder returns while much of corporate Kenya faced inflation, weak demand, and geopolitical challenges, with executives rewarded through substantial pay and perks packages.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's 2026 Economic Survey reports inflation fell to 4.1 per cent in 2025 from 7.1 per cent in 2023, though GDP growth lagged most East African peers except Somalia and DR Congo. An opinion piece questions whether the data adequately captures citizen sentiment about the economy and attributes inflation decline to factors including exchange-rate stability and reduced demand.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that while Kenyan firms are expanding into regional markets, many lose profitability due to slow, fragmented payment systems rather than inability to sell. Exporters can lose between five and 10 per cent of transaction value through foreign exchange spreads, intermediary fees, and settlement delays, with the impact particularly severe for small and medium enterprises.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Revenue Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with India's customs authority to enhance cooperation in the exchange of pre-arrival information on goods, aiming to expedite clearance of compliant consignments while strengthening detection of illicit trade.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An appellate court in Mombasa has allowed investors to auction 25 vehicles to recover over Sh158 million owed by Chinese companies.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
A Sh345 million modern market in Homa Bay County opened in July 2025, replacing makeshift structures and providing hygienic work spaces and retail stalls for fish traders at Koginga Beach. The facility, officially opened by President William Ruto in May 2025, allows traders to work sheltered from weather and reduce fish losses from spoilage.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya created 822,100 new jobs in 2025, with the informal sector driving more than 87 per cent of the growth, according to Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura citing Kenya National Bureau of Statistics data. Construction was the fastest-growing employer, expanding by 6.7 per cent, while formal wage employment grew more slowly at 2.8 per cent.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
DHL Kenya held a memorial service at ICC Church in Nairobi to honour late chairman Chris Kirubi and former colleagues who have passed away, celebrating their roles in building the logistics firm and shaping its culture. Family members, former staff, and long-serving colleagues gathered to reflect on a people-first leadership philosophy that defined Kirubi's tenure.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya and Japan have committed to deepen their cooperation in trade, investment, development and multilateral engagement, according to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, who hosted Japan's Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An energy crunch linked to the Iran war has triggered long queues for cooking gas cylinders in India, prompting many households to seek alternatives like biogas. Since the 1980s, the government has subsidised more than five million small-scale digester units that convert organic waste into methane for cooking and fertiliser.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Government has identified 59 flood-prone areas across five sub-counties in Tana River County, with Tana Delta accounting for 32 locations. The mapping follows heightened alerts over rising water levels at Seven Forks Dam, as nationwide flooding has killed at least 18 people, with the Eastern region recording nine fatalities.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
With Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupting global fertiliser supplies, a German chemical plant in Wittenberg is helping meet shortfalls; a third of the world's fertilisers normally pass through the strait, and the WTO warns the blockade threatens food security in Africa and South Asia.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A sharp increase in ear, nose and throat infections among flower farmworkers and children in Naivasha has been attributed to exposure to agricultural chemicals, cold conditions, and poor sanitation around Lake Naivasha. An ENT specialist noted that prevalence is disproportionately high among flower farm workers due to prolonged chemical exposure.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
A data scientist says an artificial intelligence-driven solution could help curb corruption and inefficiencies in Kenya's education sector if adopted by government and schools. The sector has been dogged by corruption allegations involving 'ghost' learners and schools that have siphoned billions in public funds.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
A woman and six men were brutally killed last Saturday at kwa-Kamari trading centre by a group of armed bandits suspected to be camel herders; they were laid to rest yesterday at Tseikuru Primary School in Kitui county, with Governor Julius Malombe pledging joint action with the national government to strengthen security.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
A multi-agency security team stopped a passenger bus travelling from Lamu to Nairobi and recovered 19 rounds of 7.62x51mm G3 live ammunition, 116 rounds of 7.62x39mm AK-47 ammunition, two empty AK-47 magazines, two machetes, and GSU items including uniforms and a red beret. The driver and conductor were arrested and taken into custody while investigations continue to identify those behind the consignment.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
More than 1,300 junior secondary school teachers in Kilifi County have threatened to disrupt learning unless they are made permanent and pensionable employees with comprehensive health cover. The teachers, led by Kenya Junior Secondary Education Association national chairperson Nehemiah Kipkorir, cite a court ruling that found it illegal for teachers to be interns and demand the President and Teachers Services Commission comply with the judgment.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Residents of Kakuma—both refugees and host community members—face mounting pressure on essential services as declining donor funding continues to strain health facilities and overcrowded schools. Humanitarian agencies operating in the area are being forced to scale back operations as global humanitarian funding declines.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Export Processing Zone Authority has assured more than 3,000 workers suspended after Hela Intimates closed operations at its Athi River facility that the government is negotiating with the company to settle outstanding terminal dues and March 2026 salaries, which have been confirmed as committed by the company's management.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Young Kenyans are increasingly choosing healthcare careers based on practical training, shorter study periods, and clear employment pathways. Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) is expanding beyond nursing and clinical medicine, now offering 126 specialised programmes spanning laboratory sciences, radiography, nutrition, and other fields to meet evolving healthcare needs.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Meteorological Department plays a crucial role in weather monitoring and climate analysis, helping Kenyans navigate varying weather patterns across different regions—from dry seasons in Northern Kenya to wet seasons in the Mount Kenya region—that affect food security, transport, and quality of life.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A bakery on Nairobi's Park Road, Nairobi Deaf Bakery, is run by 10 employees, nine of them deaf, who communicate using sign language and produce bread, biscuits and other baked goods. Staff say the enterprise demonstrates that deaf people can learn skills and work, and that the bakery provides their livelihood.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations arrested Elizabeth Njoki Mukiri and Alfa Mukiri at Suswa trading centre in Narok County and seized 6 kilogrammes and 240 rolls of cannabis sativa, 30 litres of chang'aa, six cartons of second-generation liquor, and 20 packets of rolling papers. The suspects are undergoing processing ahead of court arraignment.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
Doctors in Mombasa have advised pregnant women to prioritize regular prenatal visits to detect complications early and monitor fetal development. A pregnancy fair at a Mombasa hospital targeted 150 expectant women and offered free childbirth classes, fetal heart monitoring, and medical check-ups alongside education on nutrition and exercise.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
Three people died in separate drowning incidents in Kirinyaga county as rivers swelled, according to Citizen Digital.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Thieves raided at least three churches in Riakiania, Kirinyaga County, stealing microphones, mixers, keyboards and pianos worth over Ksh200,000 at one church and more than Ksh500,000 at another. Church officials said the break-ins occurred overnight, with one group of attackers also drinking a bottle of communion wine.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A multi-agency security team intercepted a passenger bus traveling from Lamu to Nairobi along the Thika–Garissa Highway and recovered ammunition, machetes, and General Service Unit ceremonial items from a concealed box. The DCI said the interception thwarted what could have been a serious security threat.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has identified 59 flood-prone areas across Tana River County's five sub-counties as heavy rains drive rising river levels and widespread flooding nationwide. As of May 2, 2026, 18 deaths have been recorded nationwide, with the Eastern region accounting for nine.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's death toll from ongoing floods has risen to 18, with most fatalities attributed to drowning. The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has mapped 59 flood-prone areas in Tana River County as river levels continue to rise, with the Eastern region recording nine deaths.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Ministry of Interior has mapped 59 areas at risk of flooding across Tana River's five sub-counties, with 32 in Tana Delta, 10 in Tana River, 8 in Bangale, 6 in Tarasaa, and 3 in Tana North. The nationwide toll from floods has reached 18 deaths.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Latin pop singer Shakira held a free outdoor concert on Rio's Copacabana beach Saturday, with about two million people expected to attend. The 49-year-old Colombian superstar performed on a massive stage outside the Copacabana Hotel, arriving over an hour late as drones formed the image of a she-wolf overhead.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto announced that the State House would bid to host the next Kalasha Awards and disclosed that 30 per cent of government advertising would be spent on creative platforms to support Kenya's creative economy and film sector talent.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's 37th Rhino Charge, scheduled for May 29–31, will host 65 vehicles competing in Samburu's remote terrain. The off-road motorsport event rewards the crew that covers the shortest distance visiting hidden checkpoints within approximately 10 hours, in aid of environmental conservation.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal defeated Fulham 3-0 at Emirates Stadium, extending their lead over Manchester City to six points in the Premier League title race. Manager Mikel Arteta said Arsenal are "peaking at the right time" with three league matches remaining.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said he will remain "tough" on athletes switching nationality after blocking bids by top Jamaicans and Kenyans, including 2024 Olympic discus champion Roje Stona and former women's marathon world record-holder Brigid Kosgei, to move to Turkey. Coe said the federation examines each request and accepts switches only in cases such as marriage or political intolerance, but will reject moves motivated by financial packages aimed at boosting medal counts.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Paris Saint-Germain fielded a second-string lineup and drew 2-2 with Lorient in Ligue 1 on Saturday, throwing away the lead twice despite goals from Ibrahim Mbaye and Warren Zaire-Emery. The result leaves PSG seven points clear in the title race as they prepare to face Bayern Munich away in the Champions League semi-final second leg on Wednesday, having won 5-4 at home in the first leg.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres scored late goals to give Barcelona a 2-1 win at Osasuna on Saturday, moving them 14 points clear of Real Madrid with the chance to clinch the La Liga title if Madrid drop points against Espanyol on Sunday.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Mercedes' 19-year-old championship leader Kimi Antonelli claimed pole position for the Miami Grand Prix with a time of 1:27.798, beating Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc. The Italian matched a record held by Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher by taking pole in three consecutive races.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Arsenal defeated Fulham 3-0 to go six points clear at the top of the Premier League, with Bukayo Saka and Viktor Gyokeres scoring. West Ham's loss to Brentford offered Tottenham hope in their survival battle.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Ipswich beat QPR 3-0 to secure promotion to the Premier League as second-place finishers in the Championship, joining Coventry in the top flight next season. Manager Kieran McKenna has led the club to three promotions in four campaigns after the team struggled in their previous Premier League season.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Max Verstappen qualified second for the Miami Grand Prix after Red Bull's recent upgrades improved his car's comfort and performance. The four-time champion said he could "see light at the end of the tunnel" following frustration with the team's previous races.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick says the upcoming clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday is a "standout" game despite neither club challenging for the Premier League title this season. United sit third, three points clear of Liverpool, with both on track to qualify for next season's Champions League.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Champions Kenya Police Bullets beat former FKF Women's Premier League champions Vihiga Queens 9-0 at Police Sacco Stadium, extending their lead at the top of the table to 46 points. The victory moved them closer to defending their title for three years in a row.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya posted a mixed 4x400m relay result on day one of the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, finishing second in Heat 3 with an African and national record, behind winners Great Britain. The team qualified automatically to the Beijing World Championships next year and is eyeing podium spots in additional events in the final day.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Sofapaka FC has been officially relegated to the National Super League following a 2-2 draw against Mathare United, ending their time in Kenya's Premier League for the first time since their 2009 promotion.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United defeated Liverpool 3-2, with Kobbie Mainoo's goal securing the victory and United's return to Champions League football after a two-year absence. United led 2-0 early but conceded two goals before Mainoo's late strike sealed the win.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
The African Football Confederation announced that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will take place between June 19 and July 17 across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. This will be the first AFCON spread over three countries and the first held in East Africa since 1976.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's mixed 4x400m relay quartet (Mutinda, Oketch, Tonui and Chebet) secured a spot in the World Relays final in Gaborone and qualified for the 2027 World Championships with a second-place finish in their heat, finishing narrowly behind Great Britain.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona defeated Osasuna 2-1 with goals from Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres to move 14 points clear of Real Madrid and close to a second consecutive La Liga title. Villarreal secured Champions League qualification with a 5-1 victory over Levante.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan Sebastian Sawe won the London Marathon in 1hr 59min 30sec, becoming the first person to break the two-hour mark in a competitive race. World Athletics chief Sebastian Coe said the feat captured global imagination and generated extraordinary media coverage.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Schalke will return to the German top flight next season after beating Fortuna Duesseldorf 1-0 on Saturday, securing promotion from the second division. The seven-time German champions had been in Bundesliga 2 for three seasons.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National Super League leaders Migori Youth were held to a goalless draw by Mombasa United in a tightly contested match at Mombasa Sports Club on Sunday afternoon.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sir Alex Ferguson, 84-year-old former Manchester United manager, was taken to hospital as a precaution after falling unwell at Old Trafford shortly before Manchester United's Premier League match with Liverpool on Sunday. Club officials are optimistic he will soon be fit enough to return home.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
Manchester United secured Champions League football next season with a 3-2 victory over Liverpool, coming from behind after being 2-0 down at half-time. Kobbie Mainoo's goal secured the win and manager Michael Carrick's position for next season.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Homa Bay County is expanding the Sh280 million Kabunde Airstrip to boost trade, tourism, and air connectivity; the runway has been extended from 1.1km to 1.3km, and the facility can now handle bigger aircraft. The airstrip manager says the upgrade will connect Homa Bay with other parts of the country and tourist destinations, with a passenger terminal building under construction for completion in May 2027.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya generated a record 55,956 tonnes of electronic waste in 2025, with more than 90 per cent bypassing formal recycling despite new disposal laws. Informal handlers strip devices for metals in open yards, leaving toxic residue that contaminates soil and water and poses health risks from hazardous substances including lead, mercury, and cadmium.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Israel's Ambassador to Kenya says a newly deployed mobile climate laboratory will help close Africa's persistent climate data gap and strengthen evidence-based policymaking. The facility, stationed in Machakos County and operating for the past two months, is the first of its kind in Africa.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
Sri Lankan police arrested 37 Chinese nationals suspected of running a cyberscam centre in Colombo; they had entered on tourist visas and were illegally employed. The arrests follow similar operations detaining 152 foreign nationals a month earlier and 135 Chinese in March, with authorities seizing 35 tablets, 147 mobile phones and 100 SIM cards.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Russian drone strikes on Ukraine killed three people on Sunday, while Ukrainian attacks killed one near Moscow and targeted Russian oil facilities. The two countries have been firing hundreds of explosive-packed drones at each other daily throughout the four-year war.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Rome and the Vatican this week to meet Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, following tensions between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV over the pontiff's anti-war rhetoric and Trump's immigration policies.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
A BBC World of Secrets podcast and BBC Africa Eye investigation titled "Abandoned: Searching for Soldier Dad" documented about 100 cases of children fathered by soldiers serving in the British Army Training Unit (BATUK) during the last 50 years, using commercial ancestry databases to trace the soldiers.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Journalists in Somalia continue to face killings, arbitrary arrests, and intimidation by security forces, with rights groups warning conditions will worsen as elections approach. The Somali Journalists Syndicate has recorded at least 18 violations against journalists since January 2026, including arbitrary arrests, threats, torture, and equipment confiscation.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
U.S. President Donald Trump said he had been briefed on an Iranian proposal for a deal but was waiting for exact wording, while warning that the U.S. could restart strikes on Iran if Tehran misbehaves. A senior Iranian official said the proposal would open shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. blockade while leaving nuclear talks for later.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iranian authorities plan to preserve a damaged site at Isfahan University of Technology as a war museum documenting US-Israeli strikes. The university head said initial damage assessments put costs at around $11 million, with other land allocated for new construction and equipment.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nigeria's government has summoned South Africa's top diplomat in Abuja over attacks on foreigners, following a similar move by Ghana. South Africa, facing an unemployment rate over 30 percent, has experienced repeated xenophobic and anti-migrant protests including renewed violence in recent weeks.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
King Mohammed VI has appointed his 22-year-old son, Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, as coordinator of the offices and services of the general staff of the Royal Armed Forces.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two women died Sunday when a small boat carrying 82 people ran aground off the French coast near Boulogne while attempting to reach Britain. At least eight people have died this year on boats attempting the English Channel crossing.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Danco Laboratories, which manufactures mifepristone, asked the US Supreme Court to restore access to the abortion pill after a lower court blocked mail delivery of the medication. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling requires women seeking abortions to obtain the drug at a clinic rather than by mail or pharmacy.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Austrian police arrested a 39-year-old man suspected of lacing jars of baby food with rat poison in an apparent extortion scheme. Five tampered jars made by German company HiPP were recovered before consumption in Austria, Czech Republic, and Slovakia; one jar contained 15 microgrammes of rat poison.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Lebanese TV channel published an "Angry Birds"-style video caricaturing Hezbollah's leaders and fighters, which the group condemned as offensive. The channel deleted the video after being summoned by Lebanon's judiciary, and supporters of both Hezbollah and Maronite Christian leadership traded insulting images on social media.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump said he will review Iran's 14-point peace proposal but cast doubt on its prospects, saying Iran has not "paid a big enough price" for its actions over 47 years. The proposal, submitted to mediator Pakistan, includes ending the conflict on all fronts and establishing a new framework for the Strait of Hormuz, following a ceasefire that took effect on April 8.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Peru's electoral authority said Saturday it is launching a full and exhaustive audit of the first round of the presidential election, three weeks after a vote marred by irregularities and logistical problems that prevented tens of thousands from voting. With more than 97 percent of ballots counted, radical left-wing candidate Roberto Sanchez (12 percent) and ultraconservative Rafael Lopez Aliaga (11.9 percent) are separated by about 27,500 votes, both trailing right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori (17.12 percent), with only the top two advancing to a June 7 runoff.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 23-year-old from Kirinyaga County was allegedly killed while fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war after being lured abroad by a friend with a job promise. His family said he arrived in Russia in October 2025, underwent military training, and was deployed to the front line, with their last contact being a December 24, 2025 WhatsApp message in which he expressed fears for his safety.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
According to Capital News, Tanzania's response to October 2025 election-day unrest—appointing a Commission of Inquiry led by former Chief Justice Mohamed Othman Chande—demonstrates how African states can address political violence through domestic institutions rather than foreign mediation, contrasting with Kenya's 2007/2008 post-election crisis.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
France's Interior Minister Laurent Nunez vowed to crack down on illegal raves after an unauthorised "free party" at a military firing range near Bourges drew between 17,000 and 40,000 people despite warnings of danger from old World War II ordnance. Organisers said they deliberately chose the site to protest proposed legislation toughening penalties against those involved in such events.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran's judiciary announced the execution of Mehrab Abdollahzadeh, who was convicted of involvement in the killing of a farmer and security forces volunteer during anti-government protests in the northwestern city of Urmia. Two other defendants under 18 years of age were sentenced to imprisonment of unspecified terms.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Rome and the Vatican this week, weeks after President Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV over his anti-war stance. Italian media reported Rubio, a Catholic, would meet the Pope on Thursday to "thaw" relations, and is scheduled to meet Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Following recent fighting between Afghanistan and Pakistan, about 12,000 eastern Afghan students have lost access to education, with more than 94,000 people displaced and many living in temporary shelters. Humanitarian agencies warn that without urgent intervention, the disruption risks deepening an already fragile education system.
3 May 2026 · Capital News →
The article argues that reduced street protests and public expression among young people reflect a shift in how they engage with national life rather than fatigue or indifference, stemming from broader erosion of trust in systems and institutions across multiple sectors.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that misfortune often stems not from external curses or enemies, but from self-authored folly and poor choices that accumulate consequences over time, shifting responsibility from blaming others to examining one's own conduct.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that while Kenya's 2010 Constitution promised press freedom, the reality has been more complex, with overt violence against journalists declining but non-legislative pressures—particularly government control of advertising revenue—becoming subtle but widespread threats to editorial independence.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An editorial argues that democracy dies not only through ballot fraud but through the erosion of public trust in electoral systems. Kenya has faced disputed elections since 1992, with each major contest marked by allegations of manipulation and contested results, from the 2007 violence to subsequent legal battles that settled legal questions but left public doubts lingering.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya frames obesity as a character flaw rather than recognising it as a chronic disease requiring structured care, as the WHO describes. This gap perpetuates stigma, discourages treatment-seeking, and enables unsafe black markets for medicines such as GLP-1 therapies.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that companies must move beyond profit motives to address societal problems, particularly maternal and child healthcare, which faces critical gaps in government hospitals where mothers share beds and newborns lie on cardboard.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that leaders shape history through their daily actions, contrasting Greece's 38 million annual visitors with Kenya's 2.5 million, and calls on Kenyan leaders to build a nation future generations will be proud to remember.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An editorial argues that Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba cannot claim powerlessness in disciplining school principals who impose illegal fees, and that the ministry's fragmented governance structure enables "rogue" school heads to exploit loopholes while accountability stalls between bureaucratic caution and political interference.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
Counterfeit textbooks—unauthorised reproductions of legal published materials made without copyright holder permission—are being distributed through bookshops, college bookstores, school libraries and online marketplaces, often with faded print, missing chapters and illegible diagrams despite authentic-looking covers and ISBNs.
3 May 2026 · The Standard →
An analysis compares Kenya and Singapore's development journeys, noting Singapore's transformation from a resource-poor nation after 1965 independence under Lee Kuan Yew through anti-corruption enforcement, strong institutions, long-term planning, foreign investment attraction, and infrastructure development that positioned it as a global financial hub.
3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →