Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticized French President Emmanuel Macron, terming him an "accomplice" regarding a Sh7 billion transaction.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticized French President Emmanuel Macron, terming him an "accomplice" regarding a Sh7 billion transaction.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Senate has questioned health documents from Karen Hospital CEO Dr Daniel Gikonyo that indicated former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was ailing during impeachment proceedings, noting a discrepancy between the doctor's indication of a three-day hospital stay and computer records showing 31 days.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto challenged the global financial status quo at the Africa Forward Summit, arguing that African countries must be treated as equal partners in economic discussions with development partners and have moved beyond a donor aid relationship.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Tracking records and documents reveal a fast-tracked approvals system routed through senior immigration authority that bypassed standard verification steps to hand Kenyan identification documents to fighters linked to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and suspected international terrorists. The scheme has drawn former Immigration Principal Secretary Julius Bitok into the centre of the scandal.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga held a consultative meeting in Nairobi with party officials and Kakamega leaders to address internal divisions and pressure from the UDA party in the county, which the party considers one of its traditional strongholds.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The government has proposed paying village elders a monthly stipend of Sh3,000 if parliament approves the policy, which would benefit approximately 110,000 village elders nationwide and mark the first structured government payment system for them. The Ministry of Interior has developed eligibility criteria, and the stipend would be restricted to elders not already receiving other state support.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Finance Bill passage in June 2024 triggered public demonstrations over tax measures rooted in the country's debt burden. Opposition politicians called for a commemorative day, leading to unrest that resulted in loss of life.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto told the Africa Forward Summit that African countries must be treated as equal partners in economic discussions with development partners, arguing the continent has outgrown its traditional donor-aid relationship.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Former Immigration Principal Secretary Julius Bitok is at the centre of a scheme that allegedly issued Kenyan identification documents and passports to fighters linked to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, suspected international terrorists, and other individuals, while senior government officials implicated in the scheme remain silent and unaccountable.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Council of Governors has asked Parliament to amend the Public Finance Management Act to allow counties immediate access to Sh75.7 billion in conditional allocations once the County Government Additional Allocation Bill, 2026, is enacted, arguing that current requirements for signed intergovernmental agreements interfere with the budget cycle.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Four civil society groups have petitioned the Supreme Court to strike out sections of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act governing surveillance, arguing they violate privacy rights and lack notification requirements that would inform individuals of data collection or communications interception.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Lawmakers have criticised a proposal by the IEBC to increase the 2027 general election budget by Sh13.1 billion, bringing the total election budget to Sh74 billion.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Five women MPs aligned with President Ruto visited Narok County to promote his 2027 re-election while distributing economic empowerment grants to 16 community groups, ranging from KSh 50,000 to KSh 200,000.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is being pushed to make a university degree mandatory for aspirants seeking to contest for Member of Parliament and County Assembly positions ahead of the 2027 General elections.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto launched Kenya's candidacy of Justice Njoki Ndung'u for election as an ICC judge for the 2027–2036 term. Ruto said Kenya's nomination reflects its commitment to a rules-based international order and independent judicial institutions, and stressed that international justice must remain universal and free from political influence.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Lurambi MP Titus Khamala has called for Co-operatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya to be given a central role in ODM leadership, saying it would demonstrate respect for Luhya community support and help unify the party amid internal divisions.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Cardiologist Daniel Kibuka Gikonyo testified before the High Court to defend the medical assessment he prepared for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during October 2024 impeachment proceedings, dismissing allegations he helped conceal Gachagua and maintaining his actions followed medical ethics and professional judgment based on symptoms of possible cardiac distress.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission says logistical arrangements, training, and security coordination for the May 14, 2026 by-elections are progressing as scheduled. The Commission has issued reminders on electoral law compliance, assisted voting rules, and restrictions on unauthorized individuals in polling centres.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Senate adopted a resolution directing the National Treasury to lift a funding freeze on Meru County imposed over foreign debt concerns, arguing the action violated constitutional process. Senators questioned why the Treasury invoked Article 225 instead of Article 190 and warned that withholding funds from devolved units undermines service delivery and sets a dangerous precedent for counties.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The author, who intends to contest Somalia's next presidential election, argues that May 15—when the current administration's legal mandate expires—is a constitutional moment requiring focus on state-building and institutions rather than personalities. The author advocates for a "National Reset" addressing Somalia's crisis beyond Mogadishu alone.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
A City businessman has filed an urgent application in the Environment and Land Court seeking temporary injunctions to stop the sale or transfer of a disputed Sh70 million property in Nairobi, with the case pending against two other parties.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Ministries and agencies under the Departmental Committee on Labour have appealed to Parliament for additional funding in the 2026/27 financial year, warning that current budget allocations are insufficient to sustain critical programmes. The State Department for Public Service and Human Capital Development reported a Sh11 billion shortfall between its allocation of Sh13.563 billion and its requirement of Sh25.45 billion.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Parliament's lawyer told a three-judge bench that the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in October 2024 was conducted within constitutional timelines and involved extensive public participation, with some 223,000 Kenyans submitting views. Gachagua is challenging the National Assembly and Senate resolutions that upheld his removal from office.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Okeng'o Nyambane, a parliamentary aspirant in Nyaribari Chache, fulfilled a pledge to support the education of an orphaned student by paying her school fees for the entire academic year and providing shopping supplies following her father's burial. The family said the assistance restored hope after losing their sole breadwinner, and residents praised Okeng'o for keeping his promise rather than abandoning the commitment after the funeral.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment case proceeded to a High Court hearing.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced international visits to the United Kingdom and United States to raise funds for the Democracy for Citizens Party ahead of the 2027 General Election. The party projects its nomination exercise will cost about Ksh.2 billion, with roughly half expected from nomination fees and the remainder from fundraising and external support.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A National Assembly committee has raised concerns over the spending of Ksh.300 million on consultancy services for wildlife compensation, part of a Ksh.800 million allocation for victims of wildlife attacks. The Tourism and Wildlife Committee chair questioned whether the consultancy services could be justified.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Police Service is modernizing its security approach for the 2027 General Election, investing in advanced technology including body cameras, digital observation buses, and CCTV systems. The service is also training 10,000 police recruits at various colleges and has sought increased parliamentary budgetary support to strengthen personnel capacity and operational readiness.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto called on African governments and development partners to implement commitments from the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, co-chaired with Emmanuel Macron. The summit focused on energy transition, green industrialization, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, innovation, healthcare, food systems, manufacturing, and the blue economy.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The court is expected to rule whether renowned cardiologist Dr. Daniel Kibuka Gikonyo will be cross-examined in the ongoing impeachment case involving former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Gachagua is seeking compensation from the State, arguing he was unlawfully removed from office through a politically-driven process that violated constitutional provisions.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Africa Forward Summit, co-hosted by Kenya and France and attended by African heads of state, French President Emmanuel Macron, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, and African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, resulted in a declaration signed by African nations and the French Republic to strengthen partnership and advance inclusive growth and innovation.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cardiologist Dr. Daniel Kibuka Gikonyo testified in court that his medical assessment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's symptoms were consistent with a possible heart attack, explaining that stress and chest pains warranted immediate admission for monitoring and tests. Gachagua is challenging his impeachment process in court.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Football Kenya Federation deputy McDonald Mariga filed a 63-page affidavit to the Sports Disputes Tribunal alleging FKF President Hussein Mohammed used a single signatory system to manage millions in public and donor funds without National Executive Committee approval, including a KSh.42.7 million CHAN 2024 insurance scandal.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Law Society of Kenya, the Bloggers Association of Kenya, Article 19 East Africa, and the Kenya Union of Journalists have petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn Sections 48 to 53 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, 2018, which they contend permit excessive State surveillance and violate constitutional rights. The petition follows a March 2026 Court of Appeal ruling that struck down other provisions of the law that criminalized publication of false or misleading information online.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Justice Njoki Ndung'u, nominated by the Kenyan government, is running for election as an International Criminal Court judge, emphasizing her Supreme Court experience, commitment to victim-centred justice, and record of independent judicial reasoning.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Military, police and civilian personnel from all eight EAC member states gathered in Nairobi for the launch of Ushirikiano Imara 2026, the 14th East African Community Armed Forces Command Post Exercise, aimed at strengthening regional cooperation, coordination and collective response to cross-border security threats.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has stepped up Kenya's diplomatic push for Justice Njoki Ndung'u to be elected as an ICC judge, introducing her to leaders from numerous African and international countries during the Africa Forward Summit. Kenya is seeking support from the 125 member states of the Rome Statute, emphasising Justice Ndung'u's legal experience and contributions to constitutional jurisprudence.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Law Society of Kenya, Bloggers Association of Kenya, Article 19 Eastern Africa, and Kenya Union of Journalists have petitioned the Supreme Court to strike down surveillance provisions in the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, 2018. The petition targets Sections 48 to 53, which grant authorities powers to intercept emails, phone calls and other digital communications for periods extending up to nine months.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Cardiologist Dr. Daniel Gikonyo denied allegations during cross-examination that he helped hide former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in hospital during his impeachment trial to shield him from Senate proceedings. Dr. Gikonyo insisted his treatment was purely medical and supported by hospital records from Karen Hospital.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Dr. Daniel Gikonyo, Karen Hospital founder and cardiologist, testified in court that he treated former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during his impeachment trial, confirming Gachagua presented with chest pains and risk factors that could have triggered a heart attack, requiring hospitalization and close monitoring amid the stress of political and legal proceedings.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Orange Democratic Movement has announced dates for its County Delegates elections: Taita Taveta will vote next Friday, Kisumu County on June 5, 2026, and Nyando Branch on May 29, 2026. Voting in all elections will take place between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto launched Justice Njoki Ndung'u's candidature for the International Criminal Court judge position at State House Nairobi on Wednesday, calling it a national endorsement and urging Kenyans to support her bid. Ruto highlighted Justice Njoki's over three decades of service as a State counsel, Nominated MP, constitutional reform advocate, and Supreme Court judge.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya released its 2026/27 budget of Ksh4,817.8 billion on April 30, 2026, facing a Ksh1.11 trillion deficit, revised-down growth projections, and a Ksh1.46 trillion interest and pension bill. Interest and pension payments consume 31.2% of the budget, exceeding the education allocation.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A three-judge bench heard arguments from National Assembly lawyers defending the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, contending that adequate public participation occurred and that the Constitution vests the final decision-making authority in elected MPs rather than the public.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At the Africa Forward Summit co-hosted by President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron, Ruto called for Africa to shift away from dependency and be viewed as a strategic global partner, emphasizing equal partnerships and self-financing of continental transformation.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National Liberal Party leader Dr Augustus Kyalo Muli says the Kamba community's estimated two million votes must be exchanged for tangible economic and social gains, criticizing successive administrations for using the region's voting bloc during campaigns while failing to address challenges including poor infrastructure, unemployment, water shortages and inadequate public services.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lawyers representing the National Assembly and petitioners in the impeachment case against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have dismissed his claims of being denied a fair hearing, arguing that impeachment proceedings are political in nature and guided by constitutional and parliamentary processes. The Speaker's lawyers also defended the conduct of the proceedings, rejecting allegations of bias.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lawyers representing the National Assembly have defended the impeachment process against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, dismissing claims that he was denied opportunity to defend himself. The Assembly argued that Gachagua had sufficient time between charges being read on October 9 and the Senate trial on October 16-17 to prepare his case, and that proceedings followed constitutional timelines and Senate standing orders.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has cautioned voters that taking selfies, photos, or videos inside polling booths risks a fine of up to Ksh1 million, a jail term not exceeding three years, or both, under the Election Offences Act. The warning comes ahead of by-elections in Emurua Dikirr Constituency, Porro and Endo Wards.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto launched Lady Justice Njoki Ndung'u's candidature for the International Criminal Court judge position at State House Nairobi on Wednesday, calling it a national endorsement and emphasizing Kenya's commitment to international justice and a rules-based international order.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Dr Dan Gikonyo faced sustained questioning in High Court over inconsistencies in his affidavit and discrepancies in hospital timelines related to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment case. The proceedings are part of the legal battle following Gachagua's October 2024 removal from office by Parliament.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Police arrested 153 people during the Africa Forward Summit 2026 in Nairobi over offences linked to demonstrations and public order violations, including misconduct, obstruction of police officers, unlawful assembly, and failure to notify police of protests. Nairobi Regional Commander Issa Mohamud said the arrests were made to secure the international event attended by diplomats and foreign delegations, with no incidents reported during the summit.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Members of the National Assembly have urged the government to relocate Nakuru State House, citing severe congestion, limited room for expansion, and the city's growing status as a major urban and regional hub. Nakuru County Woman Representative Liza Chelule led calls for the relocation during scrutiny of the 2026/2027 State House budget estimates, arguing the current facility no longer reflects the stature expected of a modern State House.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has distributed ballot boxes and election materials to 94 polling stations across Emurua Dikirr Constituency ahead of a Thursday by-election to fill the seat left vacant by the death of MP Johanna Ngeno in a plane crash in February. Five candidates are contesting the election, in which 44,353 registered voters are expected to participate across four wards.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Finance Bill 2026 proposes to amend tax complaint timelines by removing the exclusion of weekends and public holidays from the calculation period, meaning objections and appeals would be computed on a strict calendar-day basis. Experts warn this would significantly reduce time available for taxpayers to prepare and submit complaints.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The IEBC confirmed full readiness for by-elections on May 14, 2026, to fill three vacant seats—a National Assembly seat in Narok County and two County Assembly seats in Samburu and Elgeyo Marakwet counties—and warned it will take firm disciplinary action against polling officials who violate the electoral code of conduct.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission says it has finalized preparations for Thursday's by-elections in Emurua Dikirr Constituency and Porro and Endo wards, with all election materials dispatched, polling stations to open at 6:00 a.m. and close at 5:00 p.m., and election officials trained on professionalism and integrity.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called for the Mt. Kenya region to honor its political commitment to support President William Ruto, arguing that maintaining the pledge made during former President Uhuru Kenyatta's tenure is essential to preserve the region's credibility and bargaining power in national politics.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Many small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those in local food ecosystems and community-based value chains, have yet to fully access or benefit from existing policy and legislative frameworks that support the circular economy.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's trade deficit has widened to Sh1.6 trillion in 2025, driven by increased imports of food items including maize, which has further deteriorated the country's trade balance.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Smart Applications International Ltd has launched Smart Detect AI, a claims intelligence platform using machine learning and behavioural analytics to identify fraud, waste, and abuse in healthcare claims management. The tool analyses claims before and after submission to detect unusual billing patterns, clinical inconsistencies, and other risks that traditional rule-based systems miss.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
TRIFIC SEZ has launched a Sh4.8 billion green dollar-denominated income real estate investment trust to fund the acquisition of a commercial tower and develop new sustainable buildings within the zone. The offer opens May 13 and closes June 12, 2026, with listing on the Nairobi Securities Exchange on June 23.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly Committee on Trade is investigating 27,000 metric tonnes of raw cane sugar imported from South Africa over concerns it could be diverted to Kenya's consumer market.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The government has gazetted new electricity market regulations designed to shift Kenya from a single-buyer system to a competitive market structure where generators, distributors, retailers, and eligible large consumers can trade power through bilateral contracts and spot markets. The framework introduces open access to the national transmission and distribution grid under regulated conditions.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Digital credit provider Tala is requiring Kenyan customers to submit a valid national ID and capture a live selfie through its app to protect accounts from fraud and comply with Kenya's Digital Credit Providers Regulations 2022 and proposed tighter rules under the Draft Non‑Deposit Taking Credit Providers Regulations 2025.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Government officials say Kenya's creative industry is well placed to create jobs for youth and boost the economy through integration of art, technology and innovation. A Women in Technology and Innovation Africa Creative Show 2026 event brought together policymakers, artists, and innovators to discuss the future of Kenya's creative economy.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's insurance penetration declined to 2.2 per cent of GDP in the first half of 2025 from 2.4 per cent in 2024, well below the global average of 7.4 per cent. Insurers are expanding into underserved segments such as elderly people and children, though uptake remains limited.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Sub-Saharan Africa's skills shortage is locking the continent out of development capital, the Project Management Institute warns ahead of its annual summit in Cape Town in September. The institute says the lack of bankable projects and skilled professionals is hindering Africa's ability to unlock funding and deliver impact.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya created 822,100 new jobs in 2025, but nearly nine out of ten were in the informal sector, as the share of formal employment declined from 18.5 per cent in 2010 to 15.5 per cent in 2024. Experts warn that university degrees no longer guarantee stable employment, with many graduates turning to short-term contracts and informal work.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) is projecting lower electricity tariffs for households and businesses due to strong water levels across its Seven Forks Dams and other hydropower stations in the country.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Mwalimu National Sacco has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry to expand financial inclusion and support for entrepreneurs and SMEs through tailored financial products and capacity-building initiatives.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Airways announced the resumption of daily flights between Nairobi and Dubai starting May 14, 2026, after suspending the route in late February following regional airspace closures caused by US and Israeli attacks on Iran.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Cabinet Secretary for Co-operatives and MSMEs told the Senate that the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives faces an estimated Sh12 billion financial deficit following financial mismanagement and governance failures, uncovered by a PwC forensic audit. The CS warned the crisis has affected member SACCOs and poses a threat to the broader cooperative movement.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
A trial opened in a Seattle federal courthouse this week in Polish airline LOT's lawsuit against Boeing over lost revenue during a 20-month grounding of the 737 MAX following two deadly crashes. LOT is seeking at least $250 million for lost income during the 2019–20 grounding, citing Boeing's "purposeful and negligent false representations and omissions" concerning the aircraft.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's National Assembly Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives is investigating the whereabouts of more than 27,000 metric tonnes of imported sugar deemed unfit for human consumption, which was imported by Mombasa Sugar Refinery Limited. Officials from the Kenya Sugar Board told lawmakers the consignment was secured in a customs bonded warehouse at the Port of Mombasa and was never diverted into the local market.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
A study by ETH Zurich and Paul Scherrer Institute researchers, in collaboration with African universities, finds that electric vehicles in Africa could become economically competitive before 2040, potentially sooner than widely assumed. The researchers suggest pairing EVs with off-grid solar power and battery storage could accelerate adoption across the continent.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya is shifting from loosely supervised cryptocurrency activity toward structured compliance under the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act 2025 and draft 2026 implementation regulations, jointly developed by the National Treasury, Central Bank of Kenya, and Capital Markets Authority to reduce fraud risks, improve transparency, and bring digital assets under formal financial oversight.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
SNDBX International CEO Joram Mwinamo has launched The Enterprise Jungle, a practical business toolkit designed for African entrepreneurs operating in high-uncertainty environments, shifting away from foreign business models toward an indigenous curriculum suited to African market realities.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Investors and financial sector players from Kenya and France have called for stronger long-term partnerships to drive trade, investment and economic transformation between the two countries, with discussions held at Equity Centre in Nairobi during an engagement session on the sidelines of the Africa Forward Summit.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ninah Muli Wayua's company, Dairy Sense, was announced as the winner in the Early Stage category of the Agriculture, Youth and Technology (AYuTe Africa) 2025/26 Challenge for Young Kenyans.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Agriculture and Food Authority has identified the cotton sector as key to the economy, citing its value chain's potential to create jobs for youth. Public sector workers and schools are identified as accessible markets to promote locally manufactured garments.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Members of Kericho County Assembly have opposed a new coffee company's plans to establish pulping and buying operations, arguing it breaches the Coffee Act 2026 and threatens cooperative societies. The Majority Leader stated that allowing private entities to buy coffee cherries directly from farmers could destabilize the sector and undermine the existing Kipkelion Coffee Cooperative Union.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
A Court of Appeal ruling affirmed public ownership of Olkiombo Ranch within the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, prompting a coalition of elected officials and civil rights organisations to claim credit for the landmark legal victory.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Residents of Kirinyaga County have raised concerns over a livestock theft syndicate operating across the county. A recent incident involved the theft of two cows from a resident in Mwea; the animals were later traced to Kanyekiine in Kirinyaga Central, having been transported by individuals posing as livestock brokers.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government has commenced a review of the National Irrigation Policy to support President Ruto's target of expanding irrigated agriculture by two million acres and strengthening food security. The review, led by Irrigation PS Ephantus Kimotho nearly a decade after the current policy was developed in 2017, aims to address policy, legal, institutional and operational gaps that have limited the effectiveness of the current framework.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Africa Forward Summit 2026 Declaration, adopted in Nairobi, outlines expanded commitments on agricultural transformation, food security, and resilient health systems, with African and French leaders pledging to strengthen agricultural value chains through agro-processing, cold storage, and trade under the AfCFTA, while empowering youth, women, and smallholder farmers through improved finance access and digital tools.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe defended the Tea Levy Regulations 2026, which impose a 0.8% levy on tea exports and a 100% levy on tea imports, telling Parliament's agricultural committee the measures will fund marketing and modernization while protecting Kenya's tea identity and value in global markets.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The African Union – InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources has called on African countries to ensure livestock data is accurate, validated, and actively used in decision-making to combat animal diseases and improve food security. Poor-quality data weakens disease surveillance and response mechanisms across the continent.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Environment and Lands Court ruled that a blocked tunnel beneath a railway bridge at Kijabe created a dam that caused mudslides and deaths, rejecting the notion of the disaster as an act of God. The court ordered the government to conduct safety and hydrological tests and submit quarterly reports.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
At an ongoing inquest into the death of Jeff Mwathi, nephew of Mugithi singer Samidoh, a senior detective testified that there were no visible signs of force or struggle at the window of a 10th-floor apartment in Roysambu, Nairobi, from which Mwathi is alleged to have fallen.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Social Health Authority owes health facilities some Sh77 billion as of last year and continues to accumulate debt, according to Brian Lishenga, Chairman of the Rural & Urban Private Hospitals Association. The official attributed the challenges to insufficient resource pooling into SHA to settle medical claims, while union leaders condemned the government for promoting SHA registration without addressing system failures affecting healthcare delivery.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The article examines how pricing of medical services, including consultations and pharmacy costs, deviates from traditional economic models and laws, reflecting the complex reality of healthcare markets.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Environment and Lands Court ordered the government to conduct safety and hydrological tests of a railway bridge at Kijabe and submit quarterly reports, ruling that blockage of a tunnel beneath the bridge had created a dam leading to mudslides that killed residents. Justice Mary Oundo found evidence that lack of maintenance and checkups contributed to the disaster.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is implementing Competency-Based Education (CBE), a learner-centred, competency-driven system that has raised questions about pathways and career choices. The article examines CBE and its various pathways, proposing policy measures to make the system adaptable for learners and stakeholders.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Wildlife Service confirmed response operations after a hyena was reportedly spotted near residential estates in Syokimau on Sunday evening. KWS advised residents to remain vigilant, supervise children closely, and report wildlife sightings, while preliminary tracking suggests the animal may have moved towards Katani.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Leaders from Meru County have demanded the state end cattle rustling and killings in Meru and Isiolo counties, saying the incidents have persisted for over two years. They have given the government 14 days to address the insecurity or face legal action, and are calling for the transfer of long-serving officers and an end to single-community dominance in police command.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has told Parliament that approximately 102,000 Community Health Promoters are carrying expired kits that should be replaced every two years, and the Ministry of Health is urgently seeking Sh2.3 billion to replace them.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Health Cabinet Secretary has gazetted a new healthcare benefit package under the Social Health Act, 2023, that includes maternity, haematology, and oncology services. Patients with sickle cell anaemia say the allocations—such as Sh70,000 for red cell exchange, covered up to three times per policy period—remain unchanged and too low, with care limited to understaffed public hospitals.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested three people—two from Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company and one from Kaimosi Friends University—for using forged academic certificates to secure employment. The two NCWSC suspects face charges of forgery and fraudulent acquisition of public property related to salaries of Sh5,909,037 and Sh9,485,177 respectively.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
A Public Health officer, Pascal Wakafura, was murdered by unknown assailants in Nambaya, Kanduyi, Bungoma County, after arriving home. Angry residents are demanding speedy investigations and justice, and calling on authorities to upgrade local police posts and improve security in the region.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Ruiru, the most populous constituency in Kiambu County with about one million people, is overwhelmed by high demand for bursary allocations as thousands of learners apply for assistance every year, presenting a major challenge to the constituency management office.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
A teacher at Njoro Boys High School, Boniface Ondara, has accused the principal, John Githaiga, of assault and intimidation after an alleged attack in May at the school reception. Ondara claims the principal refused to facilitate his transfer request and failed to update his administrative details, preventing him from accessing Teachers Service Commission services.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Beatrice Wangari, at the centre of investigations into Dr Job Obwaka's death, has been freed on a Sh100,000 personal bond after the High Court found her continued detention unjustified. The postmortem found Obwaka died of cardiac arrest from pre-existing cardiac conditions, and Wangari must report daily to the investigating officer until the probe concludes.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
A 53-year-old Canadian man became increasingly isolated after using ChatGPT intensively, spending up to 16 hours daily with the chatbot while developing grandiose beliefs about solving physics mysteries and eventually applying to become pope; he was twice admitted to a psychiatric ward before his wife left him.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
First Ladies across Africa have called for governments, technology companies, parents, educators, and communities to work together to protect children in digital spaces and an increasingly AI-driven world, speaking at the Africa Forward Summit's High-Level Side Event on Building Safer Digital Spaces for Children in Africa.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Basic Education Principal Secretary Prof. Julius Bitok has appealed to Parliament for an additional Sh71.77 billion to address a budget deficit threatening critical learning programmes including capitation for learners, textbooks, examination administration, school feeding, and Grade 9 classroom construction under the Competency-Based Curriculum.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
TECH Global University focuses on employability through degrees combining theory with practical, real-world cases, with 99 per cent of graduates finding jobs matching their qualification level within a year of completing their studies.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Nairobi Hospital marked International Nurses Week 2026 with recognition of nurses' role in healthcare delivery. The Public Health Principal Secretary said nurses manage nearly 75 percent of Level 2 and Level 3 health facilities in Kenya and the government is prioritizing investments to improve their training, working conditions, and retention.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Echo Network Africa Foundation (formerly Kenya Women Trust Fund) announced plans to expand its women empowerment programs across East Africa and the wider continent. The foundation has reached more than three million women across all 47 counties in Kenya and intends to extend services to more countries through programs on women leadership, political inclusion, peace and security, girl empowerment and financial inclusion.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Police in Kisumu launched investigations after pedestrians discovered the half-clothed body of an unidentified man near Kachok on the Kisumu-Nairobi Highway early Wednesday morning. The cause of death remains unknown.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Detectives arrested 29-year-old Christian Ikechukwu Uzochukwu, a Nigerian national, following a raid on his Kabarnet residence along Ngong Road, where 33 sachets of bhang ready for distribution were recovered. Police say the suspect is in the country illegally.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A former RVTTI student testified in Eldoret court that her ex-boyfriend doused the left side of her neck with sulphuric acid in July 2025 after she ended their relationship. She told the court that the accused had previously issued threats and intimidation, and later sent money via her sister's phone to cover hospital bills.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has linked a criminal gang to the murder of Reverend Julius Ndumia, who was killed on May 3, 2026, when armed assailants stormed his residence and church office in Nakuru County. The gang, believed to disguise itself in security uniforms and have used an L1A1 firearm, is under investigation for multiple violent robberies and a separate fraud case involving over KSh600,000.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations' Land Fraud Investigations Unit arrested two suspects—Harrison Kabiru Mugo and John Mwaura—in separate cases involving forged land ownership documents and fraudulent property transfers in Mlolongo and Nairobi's Westlands. Both cases have been forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for prosecution.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations has welcomed the Government's expansion of the cancer benefits package under the Social Health Authority, with the annual cancer benefits package increased from Ksh.550,000 to Ksh.800,000 and the Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund allocation raised from Ksh.150,000 to Ksh.400,000. The enhanced package now includes oncology consultations, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, specialized treatments, supportive care services, and advanced diagnostics such as CT scans, MRI, PET scans, and PSMA PET scans.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Joshua Attuah Omia, an artisan at Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company, has been charged with fraudulent acquisition of public property, forgery, and uttering a false document after allegedly using a forged KCSE certificate to secure employment and unlawfully earn KSh5.9 million in salaries between August 2015 and December 2023.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
A 45-year-old man was killed and three houses were torched in Masaka Village, Muhoroni Sub-county, after a mob descended on the area following reports of a missing person. The body of the missing man was later retrieved from River Nyando.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Healthcare workers in Embu County have begun an indefinite strike after the county government failed to pay April salaries or respond to a seven-day strike notice. The strike affects all public health facilities, with only critical services maintained, and workers say statutory deductions have also not been remitted on time.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Citizen TV health, science, and environment reporter Emily Chebet has been selected for the John S. Knight Journalism Fellowship at Stanford University, joining 13 journalists from various organizations for a 9-month program intended to support press freedom and journalist safety.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French Minister for International Development Éléonore Caroit toured the Kenya BioVax Institute facility, part of Kenya's effort to expand local vaccine and biotherapeutics manufacturing and strengthen health security. The Ministry of Health said the initiative aims to reduce reliance on imports and improve access to essential health products in Kenya and the wider region.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Florah Lipesa Koloba, a former Masinde Muliro University employee, was charged in the Kakamega Anti-Corruption Court with forging a diploma in Community Health Nursing, a nursing certificate, and a KCSE certificate to secure employment. The EACC investigation alleges she fraudulently acquired public property amounting to Ksh.7,584,574 in salary between January 2015 and May 2023.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 32-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly attacking his 50-year-old uncle, Samuel Waweru Gachau, with a panga in Rwambiti Village, Gichugu, Kirinyaga County. The victim was rushed to Kianyaga Hospital but died while receiving treatment.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The African Population and Health Research Centre has launched an ultra-modern knowledge hub in Nairobi at its Kitisuru campus as part of silver jubilee celebrations marking 25 years of research, policy engagement and development work across Africa. The facility is intended to serve as a regional centre for learning, innovation, collaboration and evidence-based policymaking across sub-Saharan Africa.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Africa Forward Summit concluded at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani with a cultural showcase featuring twelve African artists performing music, dance, and fashion displays. The evening combined African creativity and artistic identity to celebrate the continent's cultural spirit.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Singer Bien-Aimé Baraza responded to online backlash over his meeting and dinner with French President Emmanuel Macron, defending his engagement with global leaders while maintaining his African identity. Critics on social media had accused him of appearing too close to French political power and risking neo-colonial influence, while Bien stated that "presence is not submission."
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ten countries advanced from the first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, with five countries eliminated following viewer and national jury votes. Ten more countries will compete in Thursday's second semi-final, with another 10 qualifying for Saturday's grand final alongside guaranteed spots for Britain, France, Germany, Italy, and hosts Austria.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Africa Forward Le Concert, the official closing concert of the Africa Forward Summit 2026, brought together top African musicians at Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi. The event drew high-profile dignitaries including President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron, alongside senior government officials and creatives from across the continent.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Boxers are eager to impress national selectors at the first leg of the National Boxing League at Old Town Hall in Nakuru. Kenya Police's Humphrey Ochieng' hopes to bounce back after a difficult season, while Nakuru ABC's James Tachia seeks to use recent Inter Clubs Championships experience to establish himself in the competition.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Topline Logistics Limited has filed a lawsuit against Football Kenya Federation officials to recover an alleged unpaid Sh64 million debt linked to the 2024 African Nations Championship, adding to mounting pressure on FKF president Hussein Mohammed amid governance and financial misconduct allegations.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Harambee Stars and Gor Mahia legend Allan Thigo, who died on Saturday aged 74 at his home in Bungoma County, was known by many nicknames, including "90-minute man."
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Rome's prefect moved the Roma vs. Lazio Serie A derby from Sunday, May 18 to Monday at 1845 GMT to manage public order during the Italian Open men's final, which is set to take place near the Stadio Olimpico. Serie A confirmed it will appeal the rescheduling in local administrative courts.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
APS Bomet, the Kenya Premier League debutants, have climbed out of relegation danger under coach Sammy 'Pamzo' Omollo, now sitting 12th with 37 points after 31 matches. Omollo was named Kenya Premier League Coach of the Month for April for his tactical turnaround of the struggling side.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said Tuesday he was counting on wingers Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams to be fit and available for the World Cup next month, despite Yamal suffering a hamstring injury in late April and Williams picking up a muscle injury on Sunday.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Czech League Football Association handed Slavia Prague a record fine of 10 million koruna and ordered their stadium closed for four games after hundreds of fans invaded the pitch during a match against Sparta Prague on Saturday, forcing the game to be abandoned.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hamad Kalkaba Malboum, President of the Confederation of African Athletics and a Cameroonian sports administrator, has died at age 75 after decades of service to athletics and the Olympic movement across Africa.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Borussia Dortmund announced the signing of centre-back Joane Gadou, 19, from Red Bull Salzburg on a deal until 2031 for a reported 20 million euros plus bonuses, to replace Niklas Suele who is retiring at the end of the season. The transfer is Dortmund's first under new sporting director Ole Book.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Police Bullets FC has won the Kenya Women's Premier League for the third consecutive time and now aims to compete in the Women's Champions League Cecafa region qualifiers, scheduled for August 22–September 6 in Kigali, Rwanda. Coach David Vijago warned the team against complacency despite their domestic success.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kathleen Krueger, 40, has been named sporting director of Bundesliga club Hamburg, becoming the first woman to hold the position on a permanent basis in the league's history. Krueger joined Hamburg after two decades at Bayern Munich, where she worked with coaches including Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Fortune Sacco aim to return to winning form after a 2-1 loss to 3K FC, with head coach Vincent Nyaberi identifying defensive and goalkeeping issues as areas needing improvement ahead of their weekend match against Talanta.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Kenyan women rugby players are changing mindsets by participating in a sport traditionally associated with men, with recent Nairobi competitions demonstrating growing female participation and showcasing confidence and determination on the pitch.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
CAF President Patrice Motsepe and government and football leaders from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda have agreed to establish the PAMOJA Oversight Committee for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, the first-ever tri-nation tournament, following a high-level meeting in Nairobi on Wednesday.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Local Organising Committee is prioritising security ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, with the Sports Principal Secretary presiding over a two-day CAF and LOC Security Workshop at Kasarani Stadium that brought together security leaders, the Football Kenya Federation, and the Ministry of Sports.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and France used sport as a platform for youth empowerment and economic cooperation at a high-level sports demonstration held at the University of Nairobi on May 11, organised by the French development agency in collaboration with the French Embassy and Kenyan partners, featuring demonstrations in basketball, athletics and football.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe, who became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours with a time of 1hr 59min 30sec at the London Marathon in April, will compete at the Berlin Marathon on September 27.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The African Volleyball Confederation has announced that the second African Junior Beach Volleyball Development Cup will take place August 8–14, 2026 in Dakar, Senegal, featuring seven teams each in boys' and girls' categories. Kenya is not participating, though the country lacks a junior beach volleyball team; the introduction of the sport in secondary school games this year may allow future participation.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Harambee captain Victor Wanyama has transitioned from professional football and has already secured his UEFA 'B' coaching license. He is now preparing to sit for his UEFA 'A' license exams in London next month.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
APS Bomet's manager Sammy 'Pamzo' Omollo has transformed the league debutants' fortunes, steering them to 12th place with 37 points after 31 matches—three positions above the relegation zone. Omollo was named Kenya Premier League Coach of the Month for April following the tactical shift that has made APS Bomet the league's most resilient outfit.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hamad Kalkaba Malboum, President of the Confederation of African Athletics and a Cameroonian sports administrator, has died at age 75 after decades of service to athletics and the Olympic movement across Africa.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Michael Carrick is expected to be recommended as Manchester United's permanent manager after improving the club's fortunes since taking over in January. Carrick has won 10 of 15 matches and guided United from seventh to third in the Premier League, securing Champions League qualification with three matches to spare.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Allan Thigo, a Gor Mahia legend and former Harambee Stars midfielder who scored 88 goals for the club, was cremated on Wednesday at the Hindu Crematorium in Kisumu following his death last Saturday. A memorial service was held at Mama Grace Onyango Hall where family and friends gathered to bid the footballer goodbye; Thigo had been battling cancer since 2023.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya has rolled out a week-long athlete education programme across 16 elite training camps in Nandi and Elgeyo Marakwet counties, targeting both elite and upcoming athletes with focus on the World Anti-Doping Agency prohibited list, medication safety, therapeutic use exemptions, and nutrition.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Farmers living along the upper Tana have improved their livelihoods within the last 10 years by protecting Kenya's largest river, following the establishment of the Upper Tana–Nairobi Water Fund Trust, which safeguards the water source for Nairobi residents and millions living downstream.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Principal Secretary Dr. Caroline Karugu and officials from the State Department of EAC Affairs joined residents of Meru County in a tree-planting exercise to support the government's target of planting 15 billion trees by 2030, as part of efforts to achieve 30 percent tree cover by 2032 and mitigate climate change effects.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
French President Emmanuel Macron landed in Nairobi for a high-level summit, where he traded his designer suits for running apparel to match pace with Kenya's finest athletes.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Lebanon's Simon Karam and Israel's Yechiel Leiter, both veteran politicians, will meet in Washington for the third round of direct negotiations as President Trump seeks a breakthrough. Lebanon seeks to consolidate a ceasefire and secure Israeli troop withdrawal, while Israel wants Hezbollah disarmed.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto said Kenya is maintaining the Kenya–Somalia border closure due to renewed fighting between Somalia's Federal Government and regional forces, along with political uncertainty including the expiry of constitutional timelines for the presidency and parliament. Ruto noted that Kenya had been progressing toward reopening the border before fresh clashes erupted and that Kenya assisted the Somali National Army to reduce conflict near the frontier.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
French President Emmanuel Macron landed in Nairobi for a summit and participated in informal activities including jogging with Kenya's athletes and cooking ugali, drawing public attention beyond his official motorcade.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was expected to take the stand in a California civil trial brought by Elon Musk, who alleges that Altman and co-founder Greg Brockman misappropriated his $38 million donations when OpenAI shifted from nonprofit to for-profit status. Musk is calling for OpenAI to revert to nonprofit status, while OpenAI contends that Musk's motivation is revenge after failing to gain majority control.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Amnesty International says at least 100 civilians were killed in a Nigerian military airstrike on Tumfa market in Zurmi district, Zamfara state, on Sunday. The strike was the second in a month to strike a crowded market in northern Nigeria, with dozens injured and many of those killed reported to be women and girls.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faces impeachment proceedings over "Farmgate," a scandal in which thieves stole bundles of foreign cash from a sofa on his ranch. Ramaphosa, head of state since 2018, has denied wrongdoing and refused calls to resign.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump posted over 50 times in three hours around midnight Monday, sharing conspiracy theories, crude memes, and attacks on opponents including former President Barack Obama on Truth Social, amid scrutiny of his health and as he travels to a summit in China.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French prosecutors have requested a seven-year prison sentence for former president Nicolas Sarkozy in an appeal trial on charges that he sought illegal Libyan financing for his 2007 election campaign. Sarkozy, who became modern France's first former president to go to jail last year before being released pending appeal, has denied any wrongdoing.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he would continue governing despite mounting pressure to set a timetable for his departure following poor results in local elections. Starmer, who took office less than two years ago, told his cabinet that he takes responsibility for Labour's losses but sees no official move to trigger a leadership contest.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. President Donald Trump will hold a summit with China's President Xi Jinping on May 14–15 where officials say a deal for Beijing to purchase more U.S. energy could be under consideration. Tariffs from the U.S.-China trade war have halted most Chinese imports of U.S. oil and liquefied natural gas, which were worth $8.4 billion in 2024.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Doctors Without Borders says there is no political will to end Sudan's three-year civil war between the army and the Rapid Support Forces, which has killed tens of thousands, displaced millions, and created what the UN describes as one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. The charity condemned the lack of protection for civilians facing extreme violence, sexual abuse, food insecurity, and disease, while humanitarian funding cuts and logistical challenges worsen the crisis.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The UN rights chief called for independent probes into Nigerian and Chadian military airstrikes that reportedly killed dozens of civilians. Nigerian airstrikes on a market in Zamfara state killed at least 100 civilians according to Amnesty International, though the Nigerian military disputed civilian casualty figures as unverified.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'Oei defended the government's involvement in Sudan's peace mediation through IGAD, stating that Kenya has provided shelter to displaced persons and political actors fleeing the conflict, including some who were facilitated with Kenyan travel documents.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran's military spokesman said Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could generate significant economic revenue and strengthen the country's international position. Iran has largely blocked shipping through the strait since war with the United States and Israel began on February 28, affecting a route that normally carries roughly a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As pressure grows on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to step down, discussion centres on potential successors to lead the ruling Labour party, with the winner to be decided by party members. Among possible candidates is 43-year-old health minister Wes Streeting, seen as a strong communicator with backing from MPs and positioning himself on the right of the Labour party.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Labour lost 1,498 of 2,566 English council seats and lost control of Wales's Senedd for the first time in 100 years, triggering calls from party MPs and ministers for Starmer to step down.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A South African laboratory will produce a generic version of lenacapavir, an injectable HIV treatment developed by Gilead that requires administration only twice a year. Unitaid says the move represents a major step forward for medical sovereignty in Africa.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Oil prices rallied and stock markets fell as talks stalled on ending the Middle East war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Rising crude futures pushed up government bond rates globally, including in Britain where political uncertainty also weighed on markets.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France co-hosted the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi with Kenya, attended by over 30 African heads of state, as President Macron pursued what experts characterize as a renewed partnership with Africa amid France's diminishing grip on West Africa.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An unidentified thief stole the skull of Czech saint Zdislava of Lemberk from a glass shrine in a northern Czech church, causing "incalculable" historic damage. Police have released low-quality footage of the suspect and are appealing for public help.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French President Emmanuel Macron interrupted a youth forum at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi to call for silence from noisy attendees, calling side conversations a "total lack of respect." Moderator Marie Lora-Mungai later said the incident had been misunderstood online and that the venue atmosphere was far louder than viewers realised.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
Ghana has approved the immediate evacuation of 300 citizens from South Africa following protests against foreign nationals. The evacuation comes after the Ghanaian foreign ministry issued an advisory in response to what it describes as xenophobic attacks, though South African authorities have denied that attacks occurred and characterized recent incidents as isolated acts of criminality.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
US President Donald Trump's Air Force One stopped in Anchorage to refuel during his departure for Beijing. The stop reflects operational limits of the Boeing VC-25A aircraft, which faces range constraints on the roughly 6,500 to 7,000 nautical mile journey from Washington D.C. to Beijing when accounting for communications equipment, security systems, personnel, cargo, and emergency fuel reserves.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
South African police uncovered an industrial-scale methamphetamine laboratory on a remote farm in Swartruggens and arrested eleven suspects, including four Mexicans. Authorities estimated the value of drugs produced at around 250 million rand ($15 million).
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Multiple gunshots rang out at the Philippine Senate as Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court over alleged crimes against humanity, sought refuge inside the building. Interior Secretary Juanito Victor Remulla confirmed no casualties and said the search for the gunmen was ongoing.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Ruto said Kenya and other East African nations carry an "even bigger responsibility" in stabilising the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that the security situation in the east remains volatile despite the withdrawal of regional troops following Kinshasa's demand. He noted that despite Kenya's military engagement and resources, and the departure of the East African Community Regional Force, instability persists in eastern DRC with ongoing fighting, displacement, and humanitarian suffering.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto dismissed accusations that Kenya favours Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, saying both the SAF and RSF emerged from the same coup that overthrew civilian government and have deepened the humanitarian crisis. He reaffirmed Kenya's position as focused on dialogue and restoring stability.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto blamed renewed conflict and political instability in Somalia for delaying the Kenya-Somalia border reopening, citing clashes between Somalia's Federal Government and regional forces near the border, fighting between the Somali National Army and Jubaland forces that worsened security, and ongoing uncertainty over Somalia's political transition.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →
An opinion piece argues that African leaders should focus on delivering real outcomes rather than celebrating large financial commitments and announcements made at high-profile international meetings.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard's opinion piece argues that Kenya's citizens are working harder but drowning financially, as both the State and the lending ecosystem have created a trap rather than a springboard for wealth.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Africa should focus on value creation rather than exporting raw materials at low prices while foreign traders profit from processing and resale, as exemplified by cocoa trading deals in Geneva that originate from Ghana.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Economist XN Iraki warned that Kenya may gain political benefits from the Africa Forward Summit co-hosted by President Ruto and French President Macron, which mobilised €23 billion in investments across Africa, but little relief for struggling households. Iraki suggested France's willingness to accommodate Kenya reflected its strategic interests in English-speaking nations following setbacks in West Africa, and that both leaders used the summit to deflect from domestic pressures rather than deliver structural economic change.
13 May 2026 · The Standard →
Nuradin Dirie, a Somali presidential candidate for 2026, writes that May 15 marks a constitutional deadline for the current administration and a defining moment for whether Somalia can prioritize institutions over personalities. He argues that leadership should be earned through vision and consensus rather than coercion.
13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece cautions that while Nairobi's hosting of the Africa Forward Summit—the first outside France in over five decades—brought together 30+ African leaders and global investors with pledges of billions in investment commitments, Africa needs implementation rather than further grand conferences that fade without impact.
13 May 2026 · Capital News →