Deputy President Kithure Kindiki claimed on Thursday that he was "elected" by Parliament rather than appointed. His lawyer argued in Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment case that the process was unusual because Members of Parliament were meant to cast a vote.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki claimed on Thursday that he was "elected" by Parliament rather than appointed. His lawyer argued in Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment case that the process was unusual because Members of Parliament were meant to cast a vote.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
A united opposition candidate would defeat President William Ruto with 76 per cent of the vote in the 2027 elections, according to polling projections.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Emurua Dikirr by-election concluded with four people sustaining injuries after rival groups clashed on voting day.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
A united opposition presidential candidate would trounce President William Ruto with 76 per cent of the vote in the 2027 elections, according to The Standard.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Demonstrations by residents in Mandera County over the presence of Jubaland soldiers have exposed inconsistency in the national government's stated position on the matter.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Members of the National Assembly's National Administration and Internal Security Committee have questioned the National Cohesion and Integration Commission's ability to address hate speech, expressing doubt about its effectiveness while the NCIC has appealed for increased funding ahead of next year's election, citing rising political tensions and social media hate speech as major threats.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Three Kiambu MPs have been accused of fuelling propaganda targeting county government hospitals to incite the public against Governor Kimani Wamatangi ahead of 2027 campaigns. The MPs claimed the governor refused to take over a completed Githunguri Level Four Hospital, leading to equipment theft, but the county disputes their claims about health sector progress.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
United Democratic Alliance candidate David Kipsang Keter has been elected the new MP for Emurua Dikirr Constituency, garnering 18,266 votes to defeat Democracy for Citizens Party candidate Vincent Kibet Rotich, who received 10,760 votes. The by-election followed the death of former MP Johanna Ngeno in a helicopter crash earlier this year.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki have condoled with former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi following the death of his daughter, Anita Kendi Murungi. Several other leaders, including current Governors Isaac Mutuma and Muthomi Njuki, and former Governor Kawira Mwangaza, also sent their condolences to Kiraitu and his family.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Milimani Anti-Corruption Court allowed the Director of Public Prosecution to withdraw the Sh73.5 million case against former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and associates following a Sh235 million civil forfeiture settlement with the EACC and surrender of two motor vehicles.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced the discontinuation of a multi-agency security installation construction along the Moyale-Isiolo-Marsabit corridor after the proposed site caused friction between leaders and residents from Marsabit and Wajir counties. A new site will be identified in consultation with the National Security Council and regional commissioners.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Ministry of Interior announced on Friday, May 15, a reshuffle of Regional Commissioners and County Commissioners across the country, citing the need to strengthen service delivery and address security and administrative concerns. The changes involved transfers and promotions affecting commissioners at both regional and county levels.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
National Liberal Party leader Augustus Muli says the Kamba community's votes must be linked to clear development commitments ahead of 2027 elections, accusing successive governments of treating the region as a "political ATM." Muli stated NLP will evaluate leaders based on policy proposals on jobs, cost of living, and devolution rather than automatically supporting President Ruto, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, or other political figures.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Jamila Mohamed argues that public anxiety over the Finance Bill 2026 reflects broader loss of trust in government budgeting, stemming from a disconnect between official numbers and the lived reality of Kenyans. She traces this to the 2024 Gen Z protests, which exposed poorly explained or obscure tax provisions and levies.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
United Democratic Alliance candidate David Kipsang Keter has been declared winner of the Emurua Dikirr Constituency by-election with 18,266 votes, ahead of Democracy for Citizens Party's Vincent Kibet Rotich who received 10,760 votes. The by-election was held following the death of former MP Johanna Ngeno in a plane crash in February.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Maendeleo Chap Chap Party has rejected proposals to dissolve and merge with the ruling United Democratic Alliance, instead choosing to remain an independent political outfit within the Kenya Kwanza Coalition. The party, led by Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua, will continue to support William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid without fielding its own presidential candidate.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
The ruling United Democratic Alliance party won all by-elections held Thursday in Narok, Samburu and Elgeyo Marakwet counties, including the Emurua Dikirr parliamentary seat and ward positions. David Kipsang Keter won the Emurua Dikirr seat with 18,266 votes against DCP's Vincent Kibet Rotich, who received 10,760 votes, from a voter turnout of 66.6 percent.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
David Keter of the United Democratic Alliance won the Emurua Dikirr Member of Parliament by-election with 18,266 votes, defeating Vincent Kibet Rotich of the Democracy for Citizens Party who received 10,760 votes. The election saw 66.6 percent voter turnout and was conducted peacefully.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has arrived in Baku, Azerbaijan, as part of an advance Kenyan delegation attending the World Urban Forum 13, scheduled for May 17–22. The forum, themed "Housing the World: Safe and Resilient Cities and Communities," brings together world leaders and policymakers to address the global housing crisis and position housing as a driver of sustainable urban development.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission held a consultative meeting with the Ministry of Interior and National Administration.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Mathioya MP Francis Njakwe Githiari was arrested for allegedly defrauding a couple of Ksh.6.4 million in a land scam involving the sale and construction of property in Ngong, where he presented himself as both seller and contractor.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua is travelling to the United Kingdom on Friday, May 15, followed by a tour of the United States, to mobilise election funding for the 2027 polls and establish networks to raise party funds.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, will bid to become Labour MP for Makerfield after health secretary Wes Streeting resigned citing lost confidence in PM Sir Keir Starmer's leadership. Streeting's resignation has intensified speculation about Starmer's future following poor election results for Labour, though no formal leadership challenge has been triggered yet.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Parliamentary aspirant Kevin Aruasa called for political maturity and unity during a requiem mass, saying electoral competition should not become personal enmity and urging issue-based politics focused on development priorities including education, healthcare, roads, and youth employment.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Musalia Mudavadi led an advance Kenyan delegation to the World Urban Forum 13 in Baku, Azerbaijan (May 17–22), which convenes heads of state, policymakers, and urban planners to address the global housing crisis and sustainable urban development. Mudavadi called for practical implementation of housing strategies rather than further dialogue, warning that Africa's urban population is projected to double from 700 million to 1.4 billion by 2050, and highlighting risks including housing deficits, strained infrastructure, pollution, and limited financing access.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Commission on Revenue Allocation has appointed CPA Roble Said Nuno as Chief Executive Officer and Commission Secretary following a competitive recruitment process. He will oversee administrative operations, policy coordination, and support for commissioners in managing revenue-sharing frameworks between national and county governments.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
United Democratic Alliance candidates won by-elections in Endo Ward, Elgeyo Marakwet County (Festus Korir Kiprop with 4,475 votes) and Porro Ward, Samburu County (Daniel Lolngojine with 2,328 votes) on Thursday. The Endo Ward seat became vacant following the death of Jeremiah Biwott in January 2026.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nairobi court approved an agreement leading to the withdrawal of corruption charges against former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and 13 others, ruling that the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions acted without abuse of power in reaching the agreement.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A wave of resignations is expected at the Office of the Deputy President as dozens of staff members prepare to leave public service ahead of the 2027 General Election, prompting an additional Sh95.4 million allocation for gratuity payments. Senior officials attribute the exodus to rising political ambitions among employees, who plan to pursue elective positions or engage in political mobilisation.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has proposed a three-pronged intervention to bring fuel prices below Sh190 per litre, including reducing fuel distributors', retailers' and wholesalers' margins by Sh4 per litre and scrapping the 8 per cent VAT on fuel products, warning that failure to contain fuel price spikes would trigger severe inflationary pressures.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
African lawmakers have been urged to dismantle legislative and regulatory barriers blocking climate financing and fast-track methane reduction policies. Climate experts warned that Africa receives only a fraction of global climate financing due to legal and policy bottlenecks within national systems.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and four of his children have been discharged in a Sh73.5 million corruption case after agreeing to forfeit properties worth Sh235 million to the State under a plea bargaining agreement approved by the High Court.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto attended Thika High School's 70th anniversary on Friday and announced plans to recruit 20,000 teachers. He defended Competency-Based Education (CBE) while speaking about government education reforms.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the government is implementing measures to stabilize fuel prices, which have risen due to disruptions in global supply caused by the war in Iran. The government has reduced VAT on fuel from 16 to 8 per cent and released Ksh.5 billion in subsidies, with further action planned.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The IEBC Chairperson has warned that politicians engaging in electoral misconduct involving goons and criminal gangs ahead of the 2027 General Election risk disqualification, and said the commission will take decisive action against those involved under the election code of conduct.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has proposed legislative amendments to the VAT Act and Road Maintenance Levy Fund regulations aimed at reducing fuel prices, arguing current prices are unsustainable and risk worsening inflation and economic hardship.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has suspended construction of a multi-agency security installation along the Moyale–Marsabit–Isiolo road corridor following a boundary dispute between Marsabit and Wajir counties that sparked tensions among local leaders and residents. The facility was intended to strengthen security along a corridor used for arms trafficking, narcotics, and human trafficking.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced transfers and deployments of Regional Commissioners and County Commissioners aimed at strengthening coordination of National Government functions and addressing security and administrative concerns. The reshuffle included the movement of officers such as Rhoda Nyaboke Onyancha from Coast Region to Nairobi and Paul Rotich from Eastern Region to Coast.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
EALA MP Winnie Odinga has criticised politicians in government for a "tone-deaf" approach and warned leaders to stop using threats and intimidation when engaging with citizens, singling out South Mugirango MP Sylvanus Osoro after he received a hostile reception at a funeral service.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Diesel prices have increased by Sh46.29 per litre to hit Sh242.92, a record-breaking pump price in Kenya's history, while Super Petrol rose by Sh16.65 per litre and kerosene prices remained unchanged in the latest Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority review.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The government has set in motion the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport following the return of fresh bidding for the project. Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir told the National Assembly Committee on Transport and Infrastructure that the process of receiving bids has been initiated and will be subjected to evaluation.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Diesel will retail at Sh242.92 per litre for the next month—Kenya's highest pump price on record—after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority increased diesel prices by Sh46.29 per litre and Super Petrol by Sh16.65 per litre, while kerosene prices remained unchanged.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's growing infrastructure development across roads, agriculture, and construction is driving demand for heavy earthmoving equipment. Ganatra Plant and Equipment has introduced the JCB 345 LC, a heavy-duty excavator described as ideal for mining and construction in Kenya and Uganda.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The African Export-Import Bank and Egypt unveiled a $10 billion crisis response programme and plans for a pan-African Gold Bank to help African countries manage global supply chain shocks and build economic self-reliance. The initiatives aim to deepen intra-African trade and reduce dependence on external financial systems.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard reports that cartels in the capital city are disrupting residents' home ownership aspirations, preventing people from realizing their goal of securing permanent property despite taking loans to acquire land for their homes.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has defended the latest fuel price increase, attributing it to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that have disrupted global energy markets and driven up crude oil prices, freight charges, and supply chain costs.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Matatu Owners Association has directed its members to increase fares by up to 50 per cent after EPRA raised diesel and petrol prices by Sh46.29 and Sh16.65 respectively. The operators have also threatened to strike on May 18 and block major roads in protest, with commuters across the country already reporting fare hikes of up to Sh50.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Jubilee Health Insurance has partnered with the Sikh Council of Kenya to offer community-based medical cover to members of the Sikh community, with benefits ranging from Sh250,000 to Sh10 million depending on the plan. The insurer says the approach leverages established community trust and social organisation to make coverage more affordable through pooled contributions.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan marketers are moving away from traditional influencer-driven campaigns toward strategies powered by ordinary users sharing content within their trusted social circles. The shift reflects a broader trend where decentralized, peer-to-peer marketing is seen as more authentic and effective than polished corporate campaigns.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Norwegian Ambassador to Kenya and Somalia visited BBS Mall in Eastleigh and lauded its role in entrepreneurship, job creation, and urban transformation, describing it as the largest shopping mall in East and Central Africa and praising its owner's vision and social responsibility.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Motorists, traders and commuters have expressed frustration following a fuel price hike by EPRA, warning that increased petrol and diesel costs will drive up transport fares and food prices. Super Petrol rose by Sh16.65 per litre to Sh214.25, while Diesel jumped by Sh46.29 to Sh242.92, with EPRA attributing the increase to VAT reinstatement, inflation-adjusted excise duty and rising global fuel prices.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Public transport operators have announced a nationwide strike beginning Monday in protest against rising fuel prices, and have implemented an immediate 50 per cent increase in fares, citing increased operational costs.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Match Masters Limited says Tanzania has disregarded binding East African Court of Justice orders barring the Tanzania Revenue Authority from levying excise duty on safety matches imported from Kenya; the EACJ issued an interim injunction in March and a formal order in April halting the Tsh 400-per-kilogram duty.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Law Society of Kenya has called on the government to institute additional measures to cushion the impact of a Ksh.46.29 diesel price increase announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority, arguing that while the government's Ksh.5 billion subsidy is acknowledged, greater intervention and transparency remain necessary.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Matatu operators plan to increase fares by up to 50 per cent due to rising fuel prices and have warned of a nationwide strike beginning Monday if the government does not intervene to address rising operating costs. The move has sparked concern among passengers and prompted urgent talks between transport sector players and government officials to avert a potential paralysis of public transport.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya is increasingly positioning Public Private Partnerships at the centre of its infrastructure financing strategy amid growing development demands and public finance pressure. The Kenya PPP Symposium 2026 convened government officials, institutional investors, banks, and private sector players to discuss infrastructure investment mobilisation and private capital participation.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry has called on the government to urgently review fuel taxes and levies, warning that rising diesel prices are threatening business sustainability and driving up the cost of living. Under the latest EPRA pricing cycle effective May 15 to June 14, diesel prices in Nairobi rose by Sh46.29 to Sh242.92 per litre.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry challenged recent fuel price increases, noting that Kenya's diesel prices rose 23.5 per cent during April–May while global crude oil prices increased approximately 10.7 per cent over the same period, attributing the disparity to domestic costs including taxes, levies, and exchange-rate effects.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry has warned that the latest fuel price increase—with diesel rising by Sh46.29 to Sh242.92 per litre and super petrol by Sh16.65 to Sh214.25 per litre in the new May 15–June 14 pricing cycle—could cut MSME profit margins by up to 15 per cent and trigger sharp rises in manufacturing, transport, and food distribution costs. KNCCI projects that transport and logistics costs may increase by 10–20 per cent, manufacturing and farm distribution by 5–12 per cent, and food and consumer goods prices by 3–7 per cent.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Amsons Group, a Tanzanian investor, describes recent acquisitions in Kenya's cement sector—including a 69% stake in East African Portland Cement and controlling stakes in Bamburi Cement—as part of broader bilateral economic cooperation between Kenya and Tanzania, citing a skilled Kenyan workforce and strong market demand for infrastructure.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
EPRA raised pump prices in mid-May 2026, pushing Super Petrol to Sh214.25 per litre and Diesel to Sh242.92 per litre in Nairobi, citing global fuel costs and reinstated VAT. Ndindi Nyoro warned that rising fuel prices risk "unprecedented economic decline" unless contained, arguing that government tax relief would be more cost-effective than absorbing long-term economic damage.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Former House Budget Committee Chair Ndindi Nyoro has accused senior government officials of profiteering from the government-to-government fuel importation arrangement, claiming politically connected individuals benefit from the scheme while Kenyans face record-high pump prices.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Public Private Partnership (PPP) portfolio has reached Sh1.7 trillion across 51 projects in infrastructure sectors including transport, energy, water, and digital connectivity. Ten projects are already under implementation while forty-one remain at various stages of the PPP project cycle, as the government seeks private sector participation to bridge infrastructure financing gaps.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi has hosted the first-ever global convening of the International Council of Beverages Associations (ICBA) in Africa, bringing together more than 100 executives and industry associations from across the world. The conference marked the formal acknowledgment of the launch of ICBA Africa, highlighting the continent's rising significance in the global beverage industry.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Equity Group Managing Director James Mwangi has urged deeper collaboration between governments, financial institutions and technology players to unlock Africa's digital economy and accelerate intra-African trade, speaking at the Africa CEO Forum 2026 in Kigali.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Konza Technopolis hosted the first IPDAYS forum in Nairobi, bringing together startups, investors, and policymakers from Tunisia, Egypt, and Kenya to drive cross-border collaboration. The forum featured matchmaking sessions, investor pitches, policy briefings, and training workshops to accelerate market entry and strengthen innovation partnerships across Africa.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece by Joseph Bonyo reports that nearly 20 Kenyans died in mining tragedies across the country in one week, including 15 deaths in West Pokot County and three in Siaya County. The author argues these deaths reflect failures in government systems rather than isolated accidents, with many more unreported deaths occurring in illegal mining operations where silence replaces accountability.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has attributed rising fuel prices to volatility in the global oil market driven by ongoing Middle East conflict, which has disrupted energy supply chains and increased petroleum import costs. Kenya, as a net importer of petroleum products, remains exposed to external market shocks including rising crude oil prices, elevated freight charges, and global supply uncertainty.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has attributed the latest increase in Kenya's fuel prices to the ongoing Middle East crisis, which has destabilized international energy markets and increased crude oil prices, freight charges, and supply chain costs. The Government has deployed approximately Sh5 billion through the Petroleum Development Levy to moderate diesel and kerosene price increases and maintained kerosene prices at current levels to protect vulnerable households.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
The government is electrifying 10,968 households in Samburu County through a Last Mile Electrification project by the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation, with completion expected by September. The initiative aims to expand electricity access to rural areas and enable income-generating activities.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ecobank Group and AGRA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture across Africa, focusing on improving access to finance for agribusinesses, farmer organizations, and value-chain actors, particularly women and youth-led enterprises. The partnership uses blended finance and risk-sharing facilities to de-risk agricultural lending for smallholder farmers and agribusiness SMEs.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
KEPHIS warns that counterfeit and uncertified seed poses a growing threat to food security, with farmers potentially losing up to half their harvest. KEPHIS and seed companies are promoting scratch-code verification systems to help farmers authenticate seeds before planting and conducting enforcement operations against fake dealers.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has cautioned against climate policies targeting methane reduction through livestock reduction, saying they would undermine pastoralist communities whose livelihoods depend on cattle and lack viable economic alternatives. Scientists note that livestock is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
The University of Nairobi has appointed Prof Ayub N Gitau as its substantive Vice-Chancellor, ending nearly two years of leadership turmoil at the institution.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The government plans to merge primary and junior secondary school capitation under a single comprehensive funding model beginning the next financial year, according to Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Authorities in Bungoma are stepping up efforts to curb rising cases of gender-based violence and teenage pregnancies, with the Ministry of Health reporting that in 2025, seven out of every 10 GBV cases involved intimate partners. Between 2016 and July 2023, the county recorded 9,089 cases of sexual and gender-based violence involving girls aged 10–17, and the 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey ranked Bungoma highest in physical violence at 62 per cent.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Fifty-four police recruits, including 18 pregnant women, were expelled from Kiganjo Police Training College since December 2025. An opinion piece questions whether medical and pregnancy screening occurred during recruitment, given that pregnancies are detectable within four to six weeks and the commission's policy bars pregnant candidates.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
A report by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has revealed an alarming growing rate of uptake of synthetic drugs and emerging psychoactive substances in Kenya.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has called for urgent and coordinated action to address the growing wave of unrest in secondary schools across the country, warning that continued disruptions threaten learning and students' welfare.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The government plans to merge primary and junior secondary school funding into a single comprehensive funding model beginning the next financial year, according to Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Social Health Authority has rejected Sh16 billion worth of claims since October 2024, with Nairobi County accounting for Sh3.8 billion of the rejections. CEO Mercy Mwangangi told the Senate Health Committee that Sh139.5 billion in payments have been made to health facilities as of April 30, while Sh31.5 billion in claims remain under review.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Peter Kaula, a Wang'chieng ward Member of County Assembly, was buried at Rakwaro Village; his widow Susan Akinyi revealed at the funeral that he had presented her with fake divorce papers to convince her to marry him, a deception she accepted and married him more than 15 years ago.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
A woman has filed a case in Nairobi's High Court seeking annulment of her marriage, alleging her former husband denied her conjugal rights, failed to provide maintenance, and did not pay dowry as agreed, citing violations of her marital rights under Islamic law.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Attorney General's office has ordered all registered societies to file their annual returns within 60 days from May 15, 2026, or face enforcement action including suspension or cancellation of registration under the Societies Act.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kayole police arrested four suspects in a May 12 operation and recovered 62 stolen mobile phones, a pistol believed to be from Ethiopia, ammunition, motorcycles, and other items from a house in the Saika area. Officers say the gang has been snatching phones and robbing residents across Nairobi, including a police officer, using motorcycles with altered number plates.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
A medical camp in Kieni Constituency, Nyeri County revealed that most emergency cases recorded could have been avoided with stronger investment in preventive healthcare. Common illnesses recorded during the camp, which attracted over 4,000 patients, included hypertension, diabetes and amoebiasis—conditions that can largely be prevented through preventive healthcare measures.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya-AIST, the country's first institution to offer only postgraduate studies and advanced research programmes, received its charter from President William Ruto. The institution will admit about 110 students in coming months to pursue government-sponsored master's programmes in science and technology fields.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Margaret Gachagua, former First Lady of Nyeri County, describes her experiences supporting widows and vulnerable women, emphasizing that disinheritance by close family members is a major problem widows face. Following her own husband's death, she became financially crippled and now advocates for fairer treatment of widows in Kenyan society.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Health Principal Secretary has called on architects to adhere to Ministry of Health construction guidelines to reduce deaths from unhealthy environments. She emphasized that built environments are critical for public health promotion, noting that humans spend nearly 90 percent of their time indoors and that architectural choices directly influence future health outcomes.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
A fire at Magereza Academy on Tuesday night destroyed a dormitory and injured several learners during a stampede to safety. Four learners have been arrested in connection with the suspected arson, and the school's Board of Governors resolved to suspend learning indefinitely pending investigations and repairs.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's university enrollment has reached approximately 670,000 students across public and private institutions. The Principal Secretary for Higher Education attributes this growth to increasing demand for professionals in fields such as medicine, nursing, law, ICT, and education, and calls on universities to adopt practical, skills-based learning methods.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Detectives from the Anti-Narcotics Unit and Transnational Organised Crime Unit arrested two suspects, Nasiim Abdallah and Trevas Mungai Okoth, at an auto spare shop in Ruaka following a raid that recovered four bales of cannabis sativa, 12 carrier bags of bhang, and 26 zip-lock bags of bhang.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has become the first country in East Africa to conduct a wastewater-based epidemiology study for drug control, analyzing 152 samples from 12 hotspot counties. The report revealed trends in illicit drug use including synthetic drugs and New Psychoactive Substances, and detected evidence of possible clandestine drug production.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Police in Kayole arrested three suspected robbers on a motorcycle who discarded a loaded firearm during a chase. Officers recovered a Falcon pistol, ammunition, stolen mobile phones, a television set, motorcycles, and other items linked to recent robberies.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya held a three-day workshop in Machakos County with the Sports Disputes Tribunal and legal stakeholders to strengthen anti-doping adjudication, institutional alignment, and consistency in handling doping-related cases as Kenya positions itself as a regional leader in clean sport governance.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Principal Secretary for Medical Services emphasised the government's commitment to strengthening partnerships with private healthcare providers to enhance Universal Health Coverage delivery. The focus includes advancing specialised eye care services and expanding access to quality medical services through public-private collaboration.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The article argues that athletes and creative professionals in emerging global economies, particularly in Africa, face financial ruin despite earning substantial income because they lack financial literacy. It notes that over 33% of Kenyan runners cite financial success as their primary reason for running, and that about 10% are true professionals competing in international races with five- or six-figure prize money.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for defiling an 11-year-old girl in Eldoret between October and November 2024. Principal Magistrate Caroline Wattimah found him guilty; he is the mother's boyfriend and also declared a dangerous sexual offender.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya opened its gold account at the African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra with Kelvin Chesang's victory in the men's 10,000m (28:30.44), ahead of Ethiopia's Eyo Gared (silver) and Kenya's Silas Senchura (bronze). Edwin Too also delivered a silver in the decathlon, Kenya's first in the event at the African stage in 42 years.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
David Beckham and his wife Victoria have reached an estimated combined wealth of £1.185 billion, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List, making them Britain's wealthiest sportspeople after Bernie Ecclestone's family. Beckham's wealth comes largely from his co-ownership of Inter Miami and brand ambassador roles with companies including Adidas and Hugo Boss.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick said Friday his Old Trafford future will be resolved "pretty soon" following reports he will be offered the job permanently. Contract talks over a two-year deal with an option of a further season are believed to be underway.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Liverpool manager Arne Slot dismissed speculation over his future on Thursday, saying he has "every reason to believe" he will be in charge next season despite the club's disappointing campaign and sitting fourth in the Premier League, 20 points behind leaders Arsenal.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kibera Black Stars have intensified preparations for a National Super League match against 3K FC, who have gone 12 matches without defeat. Head coach Iddi Badi expressed confidence in the team's ability to secure victory at home despite 3K's impressive form.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon will compete in the 5000m at the Shanghai Diamond League on Saturday, saying she is slowly exploring longer distances after years dominating the 1500m.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Fast-rising 17-year-old Kenyan motorsport driver Amaan Ganatra has secured sponsorship backing from JCB GPE, Royal Enfield Kenya, Kove and Godrej ahead of the 2026 season. He will compete in local autocross events, Motorsport Kenya competitions and the Motorsport UK British Rallycross Championship, driving a Mitsubishi Evo 9 as he builds on his 2025 Shell Autocross Championship title in the 4WD Restricted category.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Vihiga Queens head coach Boniface Nyamunyamu acknowledged an underwhelming season after the four-time Kenya Women's Premier League champions finished fifth with 31 points, 18 points behind leaders Kenya Police Bullets. Nyamunyamu said the team fell short of its objective to reclaim the title and will review and plan for next season.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pep Guardiola's Manchester City hope to overcome mounting fatigue in Saturday's FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley, while also pursuing Arsenal in the Premier League title race with two games remaining.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal can go five points clear of second-placed Manchester City by beating relegated Burnley on Monday, as the Premier League title race enters its final stretch. City are on a 14-game unbeaten run but a 3-3 draw at Everton last week may prove decisive.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pole vault world record-holder Armand Duplantis, a two-time Olympic champion and triple world gold medallist, competes in the Diamond League opener in Shanghai/Keqiao on Saturday against a field including Greece's Emmanouil Karalis, US champion Sam Kendricks, and Australia's Kurtis Marschall. Duplantis, unbeaten since 2023 and holder of 15 pole vault world records including a 6.31m clearance set in March, said he feels both nervous and excited ahead of the competition.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sofapaka FC head coach Edward Manoah has expressed his desire to rebuild the team after it was relegated following a 2-2 draw with Mathare United, the first time the 2008/09 champions were relegated after 17 years in the top flight. Manoah said leaving would be a sign of weakness and signaled his wish for his contract to be renewed.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirmed on Friday that the Raila Odinga International Stadium is 91% complete and on track to meet international standards for AFCON 2027, with grass seeds planted on the playing surface and the pitch expected to be match-ready in two or three months.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Ports Authority finished sixth in the African inter-club volleyball tournament, demonstrating Kenyan teams' competitiveness despite falling short of top honours. According to Paul Bitok, Deputy President of the Kenya Volleyball Federation, inadequate preparations continue to affect Kenyan clubs in continental competitions.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Athletics Kenya will hold national trials for the 2026 World Under-20 Championships from May 21 to 23 at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi, with more than 200 junior athletes expected to participate by invitation. Age verification through original documentation is now a compulsory requirement for participation.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Strathmore Blades head coach Tony Ochieng says limited training time has disrupted preparations for their National Men's Basketball Premier League match against Lakeside on Sunday at USIU Grounds, Nairobi, but remains optimistic that collective effort and teamwork could give the team an advantage.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
For the first time in Bundesliga history, Wolfsburg, Heidenheim and St Pauli are level on points heading into the final round of matches, with the 16th-place finisher entering a two-legged relegation play-off and the 17th and 18th automatically sent down.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB FC will play Tusker FC in the FKF Cup semi-final at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday, aiming to reach the final. Head coach Robert Matano expressed confidence in the team's preparation, noting they have shown discipline and character in their knockout campaign run.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Migratory birds navigate thousands of kilometres across continents using fragile flyways—chains of wetlands, rangelands, and coastlines—to reach destinations like Lake Victoria and Lake Elementaita. World Migratory Bird Day, observed in May and October to match migration peaks, encourages communities to participate in birdwatching and citizen science through eBird to track bird populations globally.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Forest Service has received over three million indigenous and climate-resilient tree seedlings from Earthbanc to support Kenya's plan to plant 15 billion trees by 2032 and restore 5.1 million hectares of degraded land. The seedlings are being distributed across eight counties for planting in collaboration with county governments and community groups.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto says Kenya has not allowed Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) leaders to operate in the country while committing genocide in their country. After months of silence on the matter, Ruto addressed the controversy surrounding Kenya's relationship with RSF leadership.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Heads of State from Africa at the Africa Forward Summit have challenged global trade rules dictated by developed economies, arguing that unilateral and uncoordinated Western rules depress commodity prices to the disadvantage of African countries and must be reviewed.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
African health authorities confirmed a deadly Ebola outbreak in Ituri Province, eastern DR Congo, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths reported, including four laboratory-confirmed deaths. Africa CDC is convening an urgent coordination meeting with DRC, Uganda, South Sudan and global partners to strengthen cross-border surveillance and response efforts.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Dozens of Palestinian couples exchanged vows in a mass wedding ceremony in Gaza City since a ceasefire took effect in October, with the event organized and funded by Turkish humanitarian organization IHH. The celebration featured traditional Palestinian dress and folk dancing, marking marriages long-delayed by a devastating two-year war.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a drone attack in Mushaki, a farming area about 40 kilometres from Goma under M23 control, wounded at least 25 civilians including a two-year-old girl last week. The region has been plagued by violence for more than 30 years, with fighting intensifying in early 2025 when Rwanda-backed M23 fighters seized key cities including Goma and Bukavu.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The World Health Organization says Ukraine's mental health needs are growing four years into Russia's full-scale invasion, with 71 percent of people experiencing anxiety, stress, and sleeplessness. WHO estimates that mental health effects will be felt for generations, with two-thirds of Ukrainians reporting worsened health since the war began.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
Uganda's health ministry confirmed an outbreak of Bundibugyo Ebola virus after a 59-year-old man from the Democratic Republic of Congo died at a Kampala hospital; authorities said it was an imported case and that no local transmission has been confirmed yet.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
The UAE has deepened ties with Israel and the US after Iranian missile attacks threatened its economy, gaining access to Israeli air defence systems to counter more than 2,800 drones and missiles. The shift widens a divide with Saudi Arabia and risks further antagonising Iran, which the UAE views as its biggest threat.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Five Italian nationals died in a scuba diving accident in the Vaavu Atoll in the Maldives while attempting to explore underwater caves at around 50 metres depth, Italy's foreign ministry said. The Italian Embassy in Sri Lanka is working to contact the victims' families and provide consular assistance as an investigation is underway.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At a Beijing summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping warned US President Trump that mishandling the Taiwan question could push the two nations into conflict, while Trump called Xi a "great leader" and a "friend."
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Armed gangs swept through neighbourhoods north of Haiti's capital, forcing more than 5,000 people to leave their homes since Sunday, according to the International Organization for Migration. Homes were looted and set on fire, shops and schools were vandalised, and medical workers reported an unprecedented spike in gunshot victims.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Parts of southern Somalia face famine risk, with one district reaching a hunger level unseen since 2022, driven by multiple failed rain seasons, ongoing insecurity, and global cuts to foreign aid complicating relief efforts.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
During a summit in Beijing, President Trump said he had made "fantastic trade deals" with China's Xi Jinping in sectors including agriculture, aviation, and artificial intelligence. Trump also stated that China has offered to help open the Strait of Hormuz.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Saleh Mamman, who led Nigeria's power ministry from 2015 to 2021, has been sentenced to 75 years in prison for laundering 33.8 billion naira linked to government-funded power plants, a rare conviction against a senior official in the West African nation. He was convicted in absentia after being found guilty of 12 counts including using private firms to funnel money; an arrest warrant was issued on Monday.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
According to the International Scholars Program, U.S. immigration options for Kenyans have evolved beyond traditional student visas and employer sponsorship, with growing emphasis on merit-based pathways for professionals with specialized skills and academic achievements. However, misinformation persists among Kenyans about available opportunities.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barbados's climate ambassador Elizabeth Thompson proposed mandatory financing and legally binding mechanisms to compel countries to reduce methane emissions, arguing that voluntary climate commitments are failing. Speaking at a two-day Regional Parliamentary Seminar on Methane Emissions and Climate Action in Nairobi, Thompson said methane reduction offers the fastest route to slowing warming in the short term due to the gas's high heat-trapping capacity.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
Africa's health agency has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo's eastern Ituri province, with around 246 cases and 65 deaths reported mainly in gold-mining towns. The virus has been detected in 13 of 20 laboratory samples analysed, and the agency is convening a meeting with neighbouring countries to discuss response efforts.
15 May 2026 · Capital News →
South Sudan's Ministry of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services confirmed a partnership with Crawford Capital Limited to support development and research of electronic government services as part of the country's digital transformation agenda. The collaboration aims to improve efficiency, transparency, accountability and accessibility in public service delivery.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece praises French President Emmanuel Macron for interrupting proceedings at the Africa Forward Summit to rebuke attendees for speaking out of turn, drawing a parallel to nursery-school etiquette and arguing Kenya needs a "school of manners" to improve public discourse.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that while courts should adopt digital systems for efficiency—such as electronic filing and virtual hearings—they must preserve the traditions of physical oral advocacy that give litigation its character and public meaning. The Gachagua impeachment case is cited as a reminder of how in-court advocacy, persuasion, and presence remain essential to the judicial process.
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
An analysis of Kenya's historical war on traditional home-made alcohol, tracing how colonial authorities' initial tolerance of African brews like palm wine among the Mijikenda gave way to modern prohibition, arguing that current regulation reflects colonial attitudes about what constitutes "civilisation."
15 May 2026 · The Standard →
A columnist reflects on French President Emmanuel Macron's ordering of a noisy University of Nairobi audience to keep quiet during a culture and creative industry presentation, using the moment to argue that Kenya has become an intolerant society that prefers speaking over listening.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that technology is essential to transform African agriculture and address hunger, malnutrition, and poverty, noting that many farmers lack access to tools and knowledge for productivity improvements, while climate change, pests, and diseases pose rising threats to agricultural gains.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →