President William Ruto's administration expects ordinary revenue to shrink as a share of the economy next financial year and plans to reform land rent collection to offset the resulting budget shortfall, though critics warn the move could touch on one of Kenya's most politically sensitive issues.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto's administration expects ordinary revenue to shrink as a share of the economy next financial year and plans to reform land rent collection to offset the resulting budget shortfall, though critics warn the move could touch on one of Kenya's most politically sensitive issues.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
A High Court judge has issued a conservatory order requiring the NTSA to keep detailed records of all payments made under the instant penalty system for traffic offences, which launched on June 1, 2026. The ruling does not halt enforcement but sets up a legal challenge ahead of a scheduled hearing on the matter.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
MPs have revised the Sh4.82 trillion national budget for the 2026/27 financial year, reallocating funds away from the presidency to insulate vulnerable sectors and fund grassroots programmes, formalizing cuts to Executive spending following public dissatisfaction over lavish expenditure.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is accused in court of aiding his Finance CEC Charles Kerich in fleeing to Dubai after Kerich was sentenced to three months in prison for contempt of court over the county's failure to pay Sh106.7 million owed to a law firm. A lawsuit filed at Milimani High Court seeks to have Sakaja cited for contempt and committed to civil jail.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The formation of the Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit recently encountered problems after the initial proposal from Vigilance House did not clearly define the officers' operation and command structure.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto's government expects ordinary revenue to shrink as a share of the economy in the next financial year and plans to reform land rent collection to cover the budget gap, though critics warn the move risks reopening politically sensitive land issues.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
MPs have revised the Ruto government's Sh4.82 trillion national budget for 2026/27, reallocating funds from the presidency to vulnerable sectors and grassroots programmes following public dissatisfaction over Executive spending.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has criticized the government's handling of school fire tragedies, including the recent Utumishi Girls fire and the unresolved Endarasha incident, saying public statements follow such disasters but detailed investigative reports are not made available to the public.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026/27 budget allocates Sh135.8 billion to affordable housing and urban development under the Bottom-Up Transformation Agenda, including Sh50 billion for affordable housing construction, Sh20.9 billion for social housing, and Sh20.2 billion for institutional housing. The allocation aims to increase access to affordable housing, create construction sector jobs, and develop urban infrastructure.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo reported to the Senate Information Commission Technology Committee that of 6,000 government services across Ministries, Departments, Agencies, and County Governments, only 12% are fully digitised and available through end-to-end digital channels; 30% are partially digitised, while 58% continue to rely on manual processes. The average online transaction completion rate was 37%, and less than 10% of approximately 635 million physical government records have been digitised.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Advocate Evans Ogada has warned that Kenya is "breeding a culture of lawlessness" by repeatedly defying court orders, citing the government's continued push for a US-linked Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base despite a court order blocking it. He called on Chief Justice Martha Koome to act decisively against those flouting court orders.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission seized Sh65.3 million (comprising Sh51.3 million in cash and USD113,000) from the Syokimau residence and vehicle of Nairobi's Chief Officer for Urban Planning, Patrick Analo, during a June 4 raid investigating alleged corruption, including conflict of interest, abuse of office, and possession of unexplained assets.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Roselyne Aburili has ordered Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, Energy and Petroleum CS Opiyo Wandayi, EPRA, and the Attorney General to file responses within 14 days in a petition by Nairobi resident Francis Awino challenging the constitutionality and legality of the fuel pricing process. Awino is seeking orders to stop the government from hiking petroleum prices beyond those announced by EPRA on May 15, 2026, arguing the case concerns the legality of the pricing process rather than the price itself.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Persons with disabilities have demanded a Cabinet appointment ahead of the 2027 General Election, noting that no person with a disability has ever served in the Cabinet since independence. The call came at a forum in Nairobi where leaders unveiled a 10-point agenda to push for wider inclusion in government, elections, and the economy.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has opposed plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility in Laikipia County, claiming the project poses a threat to residents of the Mount Kenya region. Gachagua alleged it is part of a scheme to harm local communities and criticized elected leaders from the region for not speaking out against the proposal.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Wajir South residents, led by former KNCCI chairman Abdirahman Abdille, say they have been sidelined despite early support for President Ruto, while opposition areas now benefit under the broad-based government. They are calling for prioritisation of the Mogodashe–Wajir road and solutions to water shortages in the area.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
A law firm has accused Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja in court of helping his Finance CEC Charles Kerich flee to Dubai to evade a three-month prison sentence for contempt of court. The lawsuit, filed at Milimani High Court on May 30, seeks to have Sakaja cited for contempt and committed to civil jail over allegations he facilitated Kerich's departure after the county failed to pay Sh106.7 million owed to the law firm.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen held high-level talks with UK government officials in London to strengthen security cooperation and draw lessons from British urban policing institutions for the proposed Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has opposed plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility in Laikipia County, claiming it poses a threat to Mount Kenya region residents and alleging it is part of a scheme to harm local communities. He said residents of Meru, Laikipia and the wider Mount Kenya region reject the facility, arguing that the risks associated with handling Ebola patients outweigh any potential benefits.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Siaya Governor Cornel Rasanga has announced his candidacy for the Siaya Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, challenging incumbent Senator Oburu Oginga to contest and alleging an earlier agreement that Oginga would serve one term before stepping aside.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Liberal Party and People's Liberation Party have committed to a joint nationwide citizen engagement drive, establishing a Joint Technical Committee to develop a framework for nationwide public consultations and regional dialogues focused on youth, women, and MSMEs ahead of the 2027 General Election.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto travelled to South Africa on Wednesday aboard a privately chartered Boeing Business Jet 2, as Kenya's official presidential aircraft—a Fokker 70 acquired in 1995—remains out of service in the Netherlands since August 2025.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Rongai parliamentary aspirant Mercy Chebet Chelel has demanded a public apology and Ksh.50 million in damages from rival politician Tonny Kipkurui Wendot over alleged derogatory remarks made at a public fundraising event in Nakuru County on May 24, 2026. The remarks, allegedly made in the Kalenjin dialect, were interpreted as discriminatory statements related to female genital mutilation and her fitness to contest for the parliamentary seat.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Rights group Katiba Institute has filed an amended petition asking the High Court to hold Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen personally liable for deaths and injuries from police actions following his remarks last year directing officers to shoot anyone approaching a police station or threatening an officer's life. The institute argues Murkomen acted outside his constitutional mandate by directing police execution of duties, which should fall under the Inspector-General of Police.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United Green Movement party responded to sexual harassment allegations raised by former campaign staffer Shakira Wafula, defending its handling of the matter and rejecting claims that its flagbearer David Maraga sidelined women after complaints were raised.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A TIFA National Survey of 2,013 respondents across all 47 counties found that majorities lack trust in the Presidency (45%), police (43%), and Parliament (42%), citing institutional failures in taxation, security, and governance.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China Road and Bridge Corporation has asked the High Court to dismiss a petition seeking to stop the Riruta–Ngong Commuter Meter Gauge Railway Project, arguing that halting construction would cause economic losses and that resource allocation decisions are the mandate of the Executive and Parliament, not the courts.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission recovered more than Sh65 million in cash during a search at Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning Patrick Analo's residence in Syokimau, Machakos County, as part of investigations into alleged corruption and economic crimes. The operation yielded Sh51.3 million and USD 113,000 in cash, along with documents and electronic devices including title deeds, laptops, and mobile phones.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning Patrick Analo Akivaga after recovering millions of shillings in cash from his home and vehicle. Investigators suspect he received more than Sh170 million through suspicious deposits between 2019/20 and 2025/26 financial years and allege his assets appear disproportionate to his legitimate income.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Principal Secretary for Labour and Skills Development, Shadrack Mwadime, has been unanimously elected Continental Chair of the Sub-Saharan Africa Skills and Apprenticeship Stakeholders Network (SASASNET) at the network's annual meeting in Abuja, succeeding Nigeria's Prof. Idris Mohammed Bugaje.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi MCAs have called for lifestyle audits on all Chief Officers and county government employees following the arrest of the Chief Officer for Planning by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission. The MCAs said they will push for the audits once the County Assembly resumes sittings, citing concerns over corruption, weak oversight, and unplanned developments in the city.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has launched investigations into alleged unethical conduct by 35 Members of the County Assembly in Narok following chaotic scenes and physical altercations on the assembly floor on May 19, 2026. The incident is believed to have been triggered by disputes over changes in the Assembly leadership.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has temporarily suspended implementation of resolutions passed during a Special General Meeting of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya on May 21, 2026, following an urgent application by engineer Sam Aberi Okemwa challenging the meeting's legality and its impact on an ongoing constitutional petition.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Persons with disabilities in Kenya have introduced a 10-point agenda for meaningful representation and equal participation in governance ahead of the 2027 General Election. According to the Executive Director of the Consortium of Disabled Persons Organisations in Kenya, the group faces significant barriers to political participation including inaccessible polling stations, limited accessible civic education materials, and negative societal attitudes.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission recovered over Ksh.65 million in cash from the residence of Patrick Analo Akivaga, Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning at Nairobi County, as part of a corruption probe. The cash, recovered in two batches of Ksh.51.3 million and USD 130,000, was hidden in his vehicle's boot, alongside title deeds, motor vehicle documents, and other items.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has ordered the government and other respondents to file responses within 14 days to a petition challenging the process used to review fuel prices. Petitioner Francis Awino argues the case concerns the legality and constitutionality of the pricing process, not merely the cost of fuel, and seeks to halt EPRA's fuel price implementation for May 15 to June 14, 2026.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has criticized the government's plans to establish an Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki, warning that hosting Ebola patients in Kenya could pose a serious public health risk and arguing that the country's healthcare system is already under pressure.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Registrar of Political Parties has raised concern over the rising number of briefcase political parties that operate without offices or regional representation. His office is currently vetting over 30 parties seeking registration licences, with Kenya currently having 96 fully registered political parties as the country edges closer to the 2027 general elections.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto, speaking during a state visit to South Africa, defended his decision to allow the United States to build an Ebola facility in Laikipia, saying it would be "inhuman" and irresponsible to reject a US-funded request to help manage regional health threats, citing US past support for Kenya's health infrastructure.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has claimed that the planned establishment of an Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base in Nanyuki is a scheme by President William Ruto to wipe out the Mt Kenya community, questioning why the President agreed with the American government to establish such a facility.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's financial sector is demonstrating resilience with steady recovery driven by digital innovation, regulatory reforms, and increased financial inclusion. Mobile money platforms dominate transactions, commercial banks expand digital lending, and growing uptake of investment products signals increased public confidence in formal financial systems.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The multi-million-shilling Maungu lorry park in Taita Taveta, built by the Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority at a cost of over Sh320 million, is underutilised and failing to serve its intended purposes. Local leaders say the facility, located on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway, faces numerous challenges including poor drainage, lack of electricity and water, and a broken water supply system.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's automotive market is shifting following the importation of premium luxury electric vehicles through the port of Mombasa, amid record fuel price hikes driving consumer interest toward EVs.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The government has yielded to public pressure and directed Kenya Power to withdraw an application that would have increased power prices, easing potential strain on Kenyan households and businesses.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Anti-Counterfeit Authority Executive Director Robi M King'a has been elected unanimously as Vice-Chair of the World Intellectual Property Organisation's Advisory Committee on Enforcement, placing Kenya at the forefront of international efforts to combat counterfeiting and enforce intellectual property rights.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Technology firms are increasingly targeting Kenya's micro, small and medium enterprises to bring them online, with thousands of businesses still lacking digital presence despite growth in internet access and digital payments. The government plans to launch a digital platform targeting more than 100,000 businesses by 2027 through Posta Kenya and M-Pesa infrastructure.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya and South Africa have agreed to remove trade barriers to increase Kenyan tea exports to South Africa, reversing South Africa's consideration of restrictions imposed in response to Kenyan tariffs on South African steel. The decision aims to strengthen trade ties and support small-scale farmers under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Travel tech platform Triply hosted a gala dinner and awards ceremony on May 29, 2026, to celebrate five years of growth and recognize businesses that have driven engagement and embraced digital transformation through the company's platform.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Senior business leaders gathered in Nairobi for a roundtable organised by SeamlessHR and KPMG East Africa to explore how organisations can navigate AI-driven transformation, with discussion covering AI's effect on jobs and skills, productivity improvement, and HR-technology collaboration.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Chinese electric two-wheeler manufacturer YADEA entered Kenya's market with the KIFA electric motorcycle, designed for boda boda operators and delivery businesses. The motorcycle offers a 150-kilometre range, 250-kilogramme payload capacity, battery-swapping capability, and a partnership with ARC Ride to expand charging infrastructure.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Israel's ambassador to Kenya said during IFTEX 2026 that the two countries can collaborate to expand exports of Kenyan flowers, fresh produce and agricultural products, with Israel offering market access networks and agricultural technologies to improve efficiency and reduce losses.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Gambling Regulatory Authority projects that the sector will contribute over 40 billion shillings in taxes for the current financial year. The authority plans to introduce new regulations to address gambling addiction, including mandatory cooling-off periods and centralised tracking of player behaviour.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Revenue Authority has lost Ksh.9.1 billion in tax revenue between April and May 2026 following a reduction of Value Added Tax on fuel from 16% to 8%, a relief measure introduced to cushion consumers and businesses from rising global fuel prices.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and South Africa signed six Memoranda of Understanding covering trade facilitation, maritime cooperation, gender equality, TVET, arts and culture, and sports and recreation. The agreements aim to deepen bilateral trade, strengthen African integration, and reduce non-tariff barriers between the two nations.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Revenue Authority has defended a Ksh.5 billion tax refund to oil marketers for a fuel cargo that was redirected to regional markets rather than consumed in Kenya. The authority also disclosed that the VAT reduction on fuel has cost the government Ksh.9.1 billion in foregone revenue.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Electric mobility firm Kibo Africa plans to roll out 10,000 electric motorcycles in Kenya over the next 12 months, in partnership with energy company Powerhive to expand battery-swapping infrastructure. The bikes, which have undergone three years of testing, will launch initially in Nairobi before expanding to other areas.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An Israeli packaging firm's redesigned flower carton is being adopted by Kenyan farms to reduce damage, lower freight costs and improve flower quality on shipments to Europe. The technology moves flowers from farm to aircraft on skids with minimal handling, addressing losses from crushed cartons, rough airport handling and cold-chain disruptions in an industry supplying an estimated 40 per cent of Europe's cut flowers.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
The National Biosafety Authority has defended Kenya's legal and regulatory framework for genetically modified organisms in a High Court reply, stating the country has established comprehensive safeguards anchored on international agreements including the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety (ratified in 2003), national legislation, and detailed regulatory guidelines developed over the years.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A family in Nakuru won a High Court order for the immediate release of their husband's remains, which had been held in a mortuary for nearly five years over an unpaid hospital bill of approximately Sh5.5 million from his 2021 COVID-19 treatment.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nyeri County has teamed up with NGOs including Shofco to tackle gender-based violence through community-driven prevention efforts. Sexual violence cases in the county rose from 335 in 2022 to 371 in 2024, and Shofco has trained over 1,000 gender champions and 500 trainers to strengthen prevention and community response mechanisms.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Panic has hit school administrators across Kenya, with many opting to send students home in response to rising cases of unrest.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has vowed to proceed with establishing a quarantine facility for Americans exposed to the Ebola virus, saying he will ignore public opposition and a court order against the plan.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nine students accused of causing a fire that killed 16 girls at Utumishi Girls Senior School in Gilgil, Nakuru County, will spend another 21 days in custody.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
A United Nations-sanctioned report has identified backyard extensions as one solution countries can adopt to address the global housing crisis, which UN-Habitat warns is worsening amid rapid urbanisation and slow policy implementation.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The article discusses the challenge of designing age-friendly cities with accessible housing and services for older residents who face barriers like unmanageable stairs, distance from healthcare, and social isolation in urban environments not built for aging populations.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Every mobile money transaction, SIM registration, CCTV recording, loyalty card swipe, biometric scan, and public WiFi login creates a data trail that, when combined, can paint a detailed portrait of a person's life, including where they go, whom they communicate with, what they purchase, and their daily routines, privacy experts caution.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Health experts warn that despite government assurances of preparedness, Kenya's isolation and treatment systems remain inadequate, with gaps in training, laboratory capacity, and infection control infrastructure.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Following the death of 16 students in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Senior Girls School, some MPs have called for the abolishment of boarding schools and blamed safety protocols implementation agencies for the incident.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nine students accused of causing a fire that killed 16 girls at Utumishi Girls Senior School in Gilgil, Nakuru County, have been remanded in custody for 21 days.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL) has launched a Feminine Leave Policy offering one day of paid leave per month to employees, effective June 1, 2026, in recognition of health challenges associated with menstruation, perimenopause and menopause. The policy aims to advance workplace inclusion and support employee wellbeing and performance.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
A Kahawa Law Court magistrate has convicted three terrorism convicts—Musharaf Abdala, Mohamed Ali Abikar, and Joseph Juma Odhiambo—for committing a terrorist act by escaping lawful custody in a 2021 incident at Kamiti Maximum Prison.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Alliance High School has been closed indefinitely following a fire that destroyed approximately 200 mattresses in a store on Thursday morning. Police detained 11 students for questioning after preliminary investigations revealed they had mentioned a planned strike linked to the incident.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok said the Ministry of Education will not close schools early for midterm despite recent student unrest across the country. He stated that learning remains uninterrupted in most parts of the country, with only isolated incidents being addressed through dialogue and a nationwide audit of school safety standards.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Health Cabinet Secretary and Principal Secretary acknowledged the government should have better explained the proposed Kenya-US agreement to construct an Ebola isolation and testing facility at Laikipia Air Base. They pledged to improve communication on the project, which is funded by $1.7 billion from the United States, while defending President Ruto's decision to proceed.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
A fire that destroyed a school store containing old mattresses at Alliance High School on Wednesday night, following earlier student unrest, prompted an emergency meeting and a decision to send students home temporarily while officials investigate.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court in Nakuru ordered Naivas Supermarket to pay Sh122,706 to employee Peter Muthoka after reducing an earlier award of Sh904,654 by the Chief Magistrate. Justice James Rika upheld Naivas's dismissal of Muthoka for selling cakes and cookies in breach of a conflict-of-interest clause in his employment contract, awarding only terminal benefits.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Ministry of Education has dismissed calls for an unscheduled mid-term closure of schools following arson incidents in several secondary schools, saying learning will continue as planned. According to ministry data, only about one per cent of schools have been affected by recent unrest, with the majority of learners continuing their studies without interruption.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nominated Senator Hamida Kibwana has raised concern in the Senate over an increasing number of missing children cases across Kenya, warning that the trend has exposed serious gaps in child protection systems. She called for urgent interventions to strengthen child safety mechanisms and improve coordination among agencies tasked with protecting children, citing recent cases including a five-year-old from Nyeri County whose body was found in March 2026 and a one-year-old whose death was confirmed in April 2026.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
A 22-year-old man was sentenced to 40 years in jail by a Nyeri magistrate for defiling his 9-year-old niece on November 22, 2023, in Kiamuiru village. The girl testified that the accused defiled her three times, threatening her with death if she disclosed the abuse.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
St George's Girls Secondary School will close on Friday, June 5, 2026, after the Board of Management decided to release students to go home due to emotional distress caused by reports of unrest in neighbouring schools. The school directed that only official parents or guardians collect students, with pick-up beginning at 8 am.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Transport and Safety Authority has summoned officials from Risen Sacco and Royal Swift Express Limited following two separate road crashes on Thursday—a fatal crash involving a Risen Sacco PSV on Enterprise Road in Nairobi's Industrial Area, where the death toll rose to seven, and a non-fatal accident involving a Royal Swift Express vehicle on the Nairobi-Namanga Highway.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The County Government of Kirinyaga has built 11 modern social halls where residents can gather for civic discussions, cultural celebrations, and events like funerals and weddings, which were previously held roadside and in overcrowded homes. Governor Anne Waiguru said the facilities strengthen community engagement and public participation, particularly in densely populated areas in Mwea.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Alliance High School has temporarily closed following an incident involving a small section of mattresses in one of the older dormitories. The principal said no student was harmed and invited parents to a meeting; students will spend the weekend at home while the school undertakes internal reviews.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Maranda High School in Siaya County will reopen this weekend for Form Four students after an indefinite closure caused by student unrest. The school has implemented strict re-admission conditions, including phased entry on June 5–6 with parental accompaniment, mandatory clearing of fee arrears, and a damage restitution fee of Ksh.2,695 per student, while 192 students in the "Owino B" dormitory will receive replacement essentials.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
System failures and staff shortages at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport have left travelers unable to complete health screening procedures, with some allowed to pass without fully submitting details, raising concerns about Kenya's ability to detect disease outbreaks as regional Ebola alerts remain high.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Social Health Authority has appointed Winfred Nduku Nthiani as Assistant Director for Corporate Communication following a competitive recruitment process that attracted 100 applicants and narrowed to seven shortlisted candidates interviewed on Wednesday.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Fred Obachi Machoka testified in High Court that Facebook remarks allegedly published by Robert Alai falsely portrayed him as HIV positive and damaged his reputation, personal life and business interests. Machoka, a veteran broadcaster with a career spanning police service and media roles at Voice of Kenya, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, Radio Citizen and Citizen TV, is pursuing a defamation suit against Alai.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 45-year-old man in Mwea East, Kirinyaga County, was killed in a hippo attack on May 30, 2026, dying from massive internal bleeding caused by chest and abdominal injuries. His family is demanding action from the Kenya Wildlife Service.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brick makers in Emuhaya Constituency face increased bilharzia infection risk from stagnant water pools left by brick-making activities, with high fuel prices and unemployment driving residents into the work without adequate protective gear, according to Vihiga County health officials.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
CADETS, a men-only worship group in Gachie, meets to sing, pray, and share advice; the group was founded partly to allow men to express emotions in a space without the opposite gender present, and includes members who have turned away from crime.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has ruled out an early midterm break despite student unrest forcing several schools to close, saying the Ministry will instead intensify dialogue with learners, strengthen guidance and counselling programmes, and conduct safety audits across schools.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Thalia Psychotherapy has called on the government and school administrators to introduce comprehensive mental health systems in schools, arguing that discipline alone cannot prevent crises like the recent dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy that killed 16 students. The institution says schools need systems to identify early warning signs of emotional distress before unrest escalates.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Residential estates in Nairobi are implementing community-led safety initiatives, including CCTV installation, enhanced guest screening, child identification programmes, and WhatsApp emergency groups, in response to rising reports of missing children in the city.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ministry of Education will not implement an early second-term midterm break despite recent secondary-school disturbances, according to Principal Secretary Julius Bitok. He said approximately 0.8 percent of schools have experienced unrest, while learning continues normally in 99 percent of institutions.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 37-year-old teacher at a secondary school in Kirinyaga County was arraigned at Kerugoya Court on Thursday on charges of defiling a 17-year-old girl on 24th May 2026. He pleaded not guilty and was released on bond of Ksh 500,000 with surety, with the case set for mention on 15th June 2026.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Stakeholders have urged Kenya to prioritize safer and more inclusive streets that better protect pedestrians and cyclists, who form the backbone of daily mobility across the country, as the world marks World Bicycle Day. According to Kenya's 2023/24 Housing Survey, 72.7% of Kenyans walk to work, with walking accounting for nearly half of daily trips in Nairobi.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has urged schools to exercise caution amid rising student unrest and asked principals to stop examinations in the second term that could create anger or discourage students. The PS said the Ministry is committed to ensuring school safety through changes to examination plans, dialogue, and finding solutions for learners' challenges.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) has trained more than 1,000 gender champions and 500 trainers to address rising gender-based violence in Nyeri County, where reported sexual violence cases at public health facilities increased from 335 in 2022 to 512 in 2025.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pumwani Maternity Hospital reported two maternal deaths from 11,515 deliveries in 2025, down from eight deaths in 2024, and was recognised at State House for reducing maternal mortality. The facility handled 841 obstetric complications in 2025 and has maintained the improvement in 2026 with one maternal death from 3,303 deliveries so far.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A group of 165 parents from Ambira Boys High School have filed a High Court petition to block the school from requiring Grade 10 students to pay a Ksh.33,000 levy imposed after damage caused during a student strike on May 18 and 19. The parents argue their children were not involved in the unrest and should not be punished, claiming the levy violates students' constitutional rights to education and fair administrative action.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ministry of Education requested Ksh.770 billion for the 2026/2027 financial year but the National Assembly's Budget and Appropriations Committee allocated Ksh.668.3 billion, leaving a deficit of Ksh.102 billion that could hinder development projects and worsen capitation funding challenges. Specific allocations fall short for free primary education (Ksh.7 billion allocated versus Ksh.15.6 billion requested) and the school feeding programme targeting 2.8 million learners.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police announced temporary road closures beginning Saturday midnight through Sunday 2pm on July 6–7 for the fifth Nairobi City Marathon, affecting major routes including the Nairobi Expressway, Uhuru Highway, Kenyatta Avenue, and several CBD streets.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ghetto Classics, a music programme founded in 2007 in Korogocho, has transformed the lives of over 1,500 children from Nairobi slums through music and has performed for Jill Biden, Barack Obama, and the Pope.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gladys Ekaru, introduced to volleyball in 2016 by neighbour Lydia Lelei, has become a middle blocker and assistant captain of Kenya's national team Malkia Strikers, competing at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and captaining Kenya Pipeline Company to a third-place finish at the Africa women's club championships in Cairo.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League awards ceremony held in Nairobi recognizes the season's top players, coaches, and teams, with Gor Mahia's Enock Morrison and Musa Shariff among favorites for Player of the Season following the club's title win. Murang'a Seal striker Joseph Waithira, who scored 19 goals for the golden boot, also contends for the award alongside AFC Leopards defender Kayci Odhiambo and Mara Sugar's Jimmy Owili.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's national football team will face Lesotho in an international friendly at Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, with head coach Benni McCarthy using the match to test new faces ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Several players including defenders Deon Woodman and Sydney Agina, winger Sammy Hena-Kamau, striker Micah Obiero, and goalkeeper Caleb Kramer are set for their senior international debuts.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester City chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak revealed that Pep Guardiola considered quitting "100 times" during his 10 years as manager before finally stepping down after the season. Guardiola left after winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League, with the chairman noting that the manager's resignation threats during difficult periods were not always serious.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Ahead of the June 7, 2026 Nairobi City Marathon, Athletics Kenya and partners installed four air quality sensors along the Nairobi Expressway marathon route and launched a tree-planting programme as part of a climate and sustainability initiative.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Standard Group sports journalist Washington Onyango has won the Golden Pen Award, organised under the SportPesa Premier League Gala Awards, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to sports journalism including coverage of the SportPesa Premier League, school games, and national team developments.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Columnist Linus Kaikai, an Arsenal supporter, reflects on the club's first Premier League title in 22 years and the passionate celebrations among Kenyan fans, including street parades and church processions, while also noting rival supporters' contrasting reactions.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Alexander Zverev, the second seed, faces Jakub Mensik in Friday's French Open semi-finals as the odds-on favourite to win his maiden Grand Slam title following early exits by Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic. Zverev has reached the last four dropping just one set and will meet either Flavio Cobolli or Matteo Arnaldi in the final.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jose Mourinho filed suit at the European Court of Human Rights over disciplinary sanctions imposed by the Turkish Football Federation while he managed Fenerbahce. The sanctions, which included a match ban and two fines totalling about $21,000, were issued in November 2024 for remarks about rival supporters and Turkish referees, which Mourinho claims violated his right to freedom of expression.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Italy's Flavio Cobolli defeated Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in the French Open quarter-finals, advancing to the semi-finals where he will face either Matteo Berrettini or Matteo Arnaldi, guaranteeing an Italian man in the final.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France coach Didier Deschamps said defender William Saliba is "fine" despite reports he was a doubt for the World Cup with a back injury. Saliba has rejoined the France squad at their pre-tournament camp and is expected to have his workload managed as a precaution ahead of a warm-up match against Ivory Coast.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco's recruitment of dual-national footballers, once a rare occurrence, has become central to the national team's sporting strategy and now accounts for the majority of players across age groups. The shift aims to help the Atlas Lions improve on reaching the semi-finals in 2022 and compete with leading football nations.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton are widely expected to end the Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli's record streak in Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix. Antonelli has won four consecutive races, but Ferrari's car performance and Leclerc's home-race advantage are seen as threats to his dominance.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jose Mourinho has been lined up as a potential candidate in a Real Madrid election battle, with candidate Riquelme reportedly promising to bring in players including Haaland and Rodri.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DR Congo held Denmark to a 0-0 friendly draw on Wednesday ahead of the World Cup. A scheduled friendly against Chile in Spain was cancelled due to health concerns regarding the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, though DR Congo's coach indicated willingness to play behind closed doors; the Spanish mayor signed a decree cancelling the match.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Algeria upset the Netherlands 1–0 in Rotterdam on Wednesday in a World Cup warm-up friendly, with Hadj Moussa scoring in the 86th minute. Goalkeeper Luca Zidane made several saves for Algeria ahead of the 2026 tournament, which kicks off in North America next week.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Korea defeated El Salvador 1-0 on Wednesday in their final friendly before the World Cup, with Lee Dong-gyeong scoring in the second half. The win follows a 5-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago, and South Korea will begin their tournament campaign against the Czech Republic on June 11.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The fifth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon will draw a record 17,450 athletes from 75 nationalities competing across different categories, with organisers positioning the event as part of a bigger national ambition to establish Nairobi among the world's greatest city races.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Fortune Sacco head coach Vincent Nyaberi has linked his side's recent struggles to a loss of motivation among players following the team's failure to remain in contention for the top three positions and promotion to the Premier League. The club has gone three consecutive matches without a victory and currently occupy seventh place in the league standings.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester City are considering legal action after Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme announced on Spanish television that he would sign striker Erling Haaland if elected, while also expressing intent to pursue Spain midfielder Rodri.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets assistant captain Fasila Adhiambo has called on her teammates to be more clinical in front of goal as Kenya prepares for the Four-Nation Tournament in Zambia (June 6–9), which also features Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Burkina Faso. Adhiambo said the team must improve its goal conversion rate ahead of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Benfica confirmed that Real Madrid must pay 15 million euros to sign coach Jose Mourinho, as Real president Florentino Perez seeks to bring back the Portuguese manager 13 years after he left the club in 2013.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has pledged to facilitate Gor Mahia's planned visit to State House following the club's record-extending 22nd Kenya Premier League title in the 2025/2026 season. Mbadi stated the newly crowned champions merit national recognition from government's highest level.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Harambee Stars were held to a 1–1 draw by Lesotho in an international friendly at Moripe Stadium in Pretoria on Thursday, with Frank Odhiambo scoring for Kenya in the 17th minute and Thabo Makhele equalizing for Lesotho in the 70th. The sides will meet again on Sunday at the same venue.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker Football Club assistant head coach Anthony Kimani expressed confidence ahead of the FKF Cup final against Police FC scheduled for June 14, 2026, in Kwale County, stating the team has worked on addressing defensive and attacking weaknesses that affected their league performance.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A community-led conservation scheme called the Trees Establishment and Livelihood Improvement Scheme (TELIS) has engaged over 4,600 households in rehabilitating Kenya's Mau Forest Complex, restoring more than 1,500 hectares of degraded forest land and establishing approximately 1.5 million tree seedlings in ten months. The programme combines crop cultivation with tree seedling care, offering both environmental and economic benefits to participating communities.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya will commemorate World Environment Day in Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County, focusing on protection of the Aberdare ecosystem, a critical water tower sustaining millions of livelihoods and essential to the country's food security, water supply, and climate resilience.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Heavy gunfire and fighting erupted overnight in Mogadishu after clashes broke out between rival political factions ahead of planned demonstrations against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's one-year term extension announced in mid-May. Armed forces deployed on streets as police conducted a "large-scale security operation" against what they described as "heavily armed militias."
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
A criminal gang abducted seven students from housing near the Federal Polytechnic in Zamfara state, Nigeria, in the latest incident of kidnappings by armed gangs in poorly policed rural areas. One student escaped, while search efforts continue for the others amid wider concerns over school security across the country.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Gunfire erupted in a parking lot at Fairfield High School in northern California during a graduation ceremony, killing an 18-year-old and wounding three others aged 11, 20, and 25. Police said there is no ongoing threat to the community and an active investigation is underway.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The African Union Commission has condemned armed clashes in Mogadishu between opposition forces and state security troops, with opposition leaders accusing security forces of attacking residences linked to former political leaders. The violence threatens coordination of Somalia's response to an Ebola outbreak, with Martini Hospital designated as the national testing centre now at risk.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
A Norwegian aid group says Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Colombia head the world's most neglected displacement crises, citing lack of humanitarian funding, media coverage, and international political will. Sudan has more than nine million internally displaced people, four million refugees in neighbouring countries, and 19.5 million facing hunger.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa described Kenya and South Africa as strategic partners with a shared vision for Africa, rejecting suggestions of rivalry between the two nations. During a joint press briefing with President William Ruto in Pretoria, Ramaphosa said the countries are "complementary" and align on key continental and global issues.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Jess Asato has filed a High Court claim against Elon Musk's xAI after its Grok chatbot was used to create fake sexualised images of her. Asato said she is "one of thousands of women and even children" harmed by abusive AI deepfakes created with Grok's image generation feature.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
French authorities have arrested the Russian captain of the Tagor, a seized oil tanker believed to be part of Moscow's shadow fleet, who faces up to one year in prison and a 150,000-euro fine. The French navy detained the ship on Sunday in international waters on suspicion it was flying a false flag and suspected of carrying Russian or Iranian oil despite international sanctions.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US Secretary Marco Rubio said Wednesday that Israeli and Lebanese envoys meeting in Washington for direct talks aim to produce a joint statement and action plan on security independent from Hezbollah, even as Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange fire.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ukrainian drones hit energy and military sites in Saint Petersburg on Wednesday as the Saint Petersburg International Economic Forum began, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky describing the strikes as "fair" retaliation for Russian bombardment of Ukraine. The city's governor said "several" infrastructure facilities were damaged and some people were injured, but no fatalities occurred.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed not to have a nuclear weapon and indicated he would probably meet with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei if things "work out." Trump also said he views the Iran war as a success because Iran's military was defeated.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An Egyptian court sentenced prominent activist and poet Ahmed Douma to a year in prison with labour for "spreading fake news," nearly three years after he was freed by presidential pardon in August 2023 following nearly a decade in prison. Douma was arrested in April after publishing an article on prison conditions in Egypt, which rights groups say reflected his own experiences and was unconstitutional to prosecute.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday for a five-day visit to deepen cooperation between the oil exporter and energy-hungry India, the world's third-largest oil importer, which is ramping up purchases of Venezuelan crude to offset Middle East supply disruptions.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. President Donald Trump said Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio would make an unbeatable Republican ticket if they run together in 2028, telling a podcast interviewer that the two men "get along really well," though neither has officially declared their intention to run.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Seven healthcare professionals are on trial for negligence in Diego Maradona's death in November 2020. A surgeon testified that Maradona should never have been allowed to convalesce at home after brain surgery without around-the-clock monitoring and proper medical equipment; he died of heart failure and acute pulmonary edema two weeks after the procedure.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French President Macron and Rwandan President Kagame inaugurated a memorial in Paris on Tuesday honouring victims of Rwanda's 1994 genocide against the Tutsis. Macron said the memorial placed the genocide "at the heart of our capital and our history" and was "the culmination of a long and painstaking quest for the truth"; in May 2021 he recognised France's responsibility and sought forgiveness, though did not issue a formal apology.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Armed bandits abducted seven students from housing near the Federal Polytechnic in Zamfara state, northwestern Nigeria, on Tuesday night, according to police. One student escaped; security forces are searching for the others as kidnappings by criminal gangs continue in poorly policed rural areas.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China has imposed a travel ban on four New Zealand MPs who visited Taiwan in May as part of a cross-party delegation. Foreign Minister Winston Peters said he was "surprised" by the move and has asked New Zealand diplomats to raise the issue with Chinese officials.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bolivia's president Rodrigo Paz said he had moved to "strengthen" the army's role in quelling anti-government protests that have paralyzed cities and caused widespread shortages. Facing demands to step down, Paz prepared a bill to empower the military to tackle demonstrations and restore order.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she would not "fall into the trap" of cracking down on protests days before Mexico hosts the World Cup opening game on June 11. Protesting teachers toppled statues on Mexico City's main promenade and have threatened further protests if the government does not address their labor demands.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mali has banned the circulation of motorcycles with engine capacity of 125 cc and above outside major urban centres as the country battles a jihadist insurgency. The ban also covers import, transit, marketing, sale and distribution of such motorcycles and their accessories, with exceptions for Bamako, regional capitals and some urban locales.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The US House of Representatives passed a measure 215-208 seeking to halt President Trump from taking further military action in Iran, with four Republicans joining Democrats in the bipartisan vote. The resolution still requires approval from the Republican-controlled Senate and is the fourth House attempt to rein in Trump's war powers, which critics say lack congressional approval.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
Health ministers from East African Community partner states endorsed a plan to harmonize Ebola surveillance and protective measures at airports, ports, and land border crossings. The agreement, reached at the 8th Extraordinary Meeting of the EAC Sectoral Council of Ministers of Health held virtually June 1–2, 2026, also includes establishing a dedicated regional technical taskforce to coordinate response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Korea's National Election Commission announced an investigation into ballot paper shortages that occurred during local elections for mayors and governors in 16 major cities and provinces on Wednesday, drawing public anger and protests as voters faced long waits or left without casting ballots.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Heavy gunfire and clashes erupted in Somalia's capital overnight between rival political factions as opposition leaders gathered for planned protests against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's announced one-year extension of his term. Armed forces were deployed on the streets as residents reported sporadic fighting continuing into Thursday morning.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto is undertaking a two-day state visit to South Africa, where he was received by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The talks are expected to centre on trade expansion, investment flows, regional integration, peace and security cooperation, and vaccine development collaboration.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa rejected claims of xenophobia during President William Ruto's state visit to Pretoria, instead framing migration as a continental challenge requiring African-led solutions and deeper economic integration. Ramaphosa acknowledged migration was placing pressure on communities and public services but stressed the issue was not unique to South Africa and required collective action from African governments.
4 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto pledged to deepen economic, diplomatic, and strategic ties with South Africa during a State Visit to Pretoria, saying the two nations are key players in elevating Africa's voice on the global stage and positioning themselves as drivers of Africa's transformation.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Heavy gunfire erupted in Mogadishu on Thursday as Somalia faced a fresh political crisis, with former president Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo attacking President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud for using force to suppress dissent and for extending his tenure by one year after his term expired on May 15, a move opposition leaders say undermines constitutional and democratic processes.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that the US government's plan to establish a 50-bed quarantine and treatment facility at the Laikipia Air Base for American citizens exposed to Ebola represents "ethical dumping," where wealthy nations conduct activities in developing countries that would be unacceptable under their own ethical guidelines.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
Following the Utumishi Secondary School fire that killed 16 learners, an opinion piece argues that boarding schools—originally designed for access and integration—now face weakened support systems, overcrowding, inadequate safety infrastructure, and changing student behaviour, requiring either radical reform or abolition.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's public sector reforms have focused too heavily on systems and structures while overlooking staff welfare, which the author contends is essential to institutional success and productivity. The piece suggests that staff welfare should be treated as a key performance driver rather than an afterthought, citing the National Police Service Commission's efforts to prioritise people within its operational philosophy.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Iran, as a primary coastal state, has legal authority to manage maritime passage through the Strait of Hormuz and has taken measures to prevent security risks, citing persistent aggression and security threats in the region.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard editorial argues that Kenyan authorities should focus on preventing Ebola from entering the country, expressing concern that establishing a US quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base poses a public health risk and suggesting such a facility be located in the DRC or Uganda instead.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece reflecting on American misconceptions about Africa, prompted by debate over a US-backed Ebola Quarantine facility planned for Nanyuki. The author recalls a 1995 study tour when Americans confused Kenya's location with the Congo Ebola outbreak, and notes that some Americans hold stereotyped views of African countries and peoples.
4 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenyans' objection to a proposed Ebola quarantine facility in Laikipia reflects not scientific skepticism but a wider trust deficit, rooted in the government's lack of transparency about the project from the start.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion column argues that the Kenyan government failed to communicate transparently about a proposed Ebola quarantine facility in Laikipia, with many Kenyans learning about it from foreign media outlets instead. The author calls for clarity on the terms, obligations, benefits, and safeguards of the facility.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece warns that Kenya faces a growing public health crisis as tobacco use causes approximately 12,000 deaths annually, with rising use of new nicotine products like e-cigarettes and vapes among young people threatening to reverse global progress in tobacco control.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →