Counties have unveiled multi-billion budget estimates with health, education and ward developments as key priorities. Nakuru County unveiled a Sh21.49 billion budget for 2026/27, directing the largest share to health, education, agriculture and ward-based projects.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Counties have unveiled multi-billion budget estimates with health, education and ward developments as key priorities. Nakuru County unveiled a Sh21.49 billion budget for 2026/27, directing the largest share to health, education, agriculture and ward-based projects.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
First-time governors elected in 2022 are now navigating reelection challenges, with some hoping their support for President Ruto's reelection will boost their own prospects, while others face complications after relying on ODM leader Raila Odinga's political backing.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
The burial of veteran Narok politician Harun Lempaka on Saturday became a political showdown between Kenya Kwanza administration leaders and the opposition's "Linda Mwananchi" movement, exposing growing political fault lines ahead of the 2027 General Election.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has urged Kenyans to reject tribal politics and embrace national unity, saying Kenya's progress depends on leaders and citizens prioritizing national interest over ethnic and political considerations. He also condemned politicians allegedly sponsoring violence through hired gangs, warning such actions threaten the country's peace and stability.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai has not yet been arrested several hours after a shootout that left three people with gunshot wounds. Fifty-six people have been arrested as questions emerge over who mobilized youths in the violence.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Counties have unveiled multi-billion budget estimates, with health, education, agriculture and ward-based projects set to define priorities. Nakuru County unveiled a Sh21.49 billion budget for the 2026/27 financial year, with the largest share of resources directed to these sectors.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Local leaders in the Northeastern region have been told to embrace inclusivity in negotiated democracy by allowing all interested candidates to participate in political contests. The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties conducted a five-day capacity-building session in Garissa where participants called for greater civic education, inclusive political processes, and adherence to democratic principles.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
The burial of veteran Narok politician Harun Lempaka on Saturday became a political showdown between rival camps trading blows over President Ruto's administration and the 2027 General Election, exposing growing political fault lines between Kenya Kwanza leaders and the opposition's emerging "Linda Mwananchi" movement.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
World leaders convened at the G7 Summit in France, with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer advocating stronger measures to protect children from harmful digital content. Kenya's President William Ruto attended discussions on artificial intelligence governance and digital infrastructure, as policymakers grapple with balancing technological innovation with child protection.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly passed the Finance Bill 2026 by a vote of 122 to 40, with 187 MPs absent from the chamber. The Standard characterizes the outcome as evidence of Parliament's diminished capacity to check executive power.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has urged young people to avoid criminal activities and warned that participation in violence, unrest, and property destruction during protests and school disturbances carries life-long consequences. Speaking at a State House event, Ruto expressed concern over recent loss of life in learning institutions and public demonstrations, linking school unrest to broader questions of discipline and parental guidance.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has faced intense criticism for missing three major votes in the National Assembly: the Finance Bill 2025, the Finance Bill 2026, and the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in October 2024.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has assured Kenyans of adequate security ahead of planned June 25 demonstrations, saying security agencies have put in place sufficient measures to maintain law and order while safeguarding constitutional rights. Lagat urged youth not to allow themselves to be used to disrupt peace and said security agencies are intensifying operations against criminal groups that infiltrate demonstrations.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A TIFA poll has identified a Kalonzo Musyoka–Edwin Sifuna ticket as the hottest presidential pairing for 2027, according to an opinion piece in The Standard.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Barrack Muluka warns that recent state-sponsored attacks on journalists and protestors, including the invasion of All Saints Cathedral, mirror violent repression from the 1990s multiparty era and threaten to return Kenya to its darkest history.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
The government has warned that security agencies will act against anyone who turns Thursday's planned protests into violence, while allowing constitutional rights to peaceful assembly. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the Constitution protects peaceful demonstrations but does not permit looting, property destruction, or intimidation.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Democracy for Citizens Party, led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has received defectors from the Jubilee Party in Laikipia County during a sensitization meeting in Rumuruti town, as the party consolidates grassroots support ahead of the 2027 General Election.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Vihiga County's mid-term review shows 90 per cent delivery of planned targets, with 84 per cent of over 600 projects completed. Governor Wilbur Ottichilo flagged conditional grants from the national government declining due to disbursement challenges and development expenditure remaining below target due to delays in exchequer releases.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai remains unarrested hours after a shootout that left three people with gunshot wounds, as questions emerge over who mobilized youths involved in the violence. Police have arrested 56 people in connection with the incident.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Bahati MP Kimani Ngunjiri has called on President William Ruto to rein in politicians inciting violence, warning that unchecked political mobilisation could plunge the nation into chaos as it edges closer to the 2027 General Election. He accused Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika of intimidating Members of Parliament and frustrating their efforts to deliver on their mandates.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ford Kenya leaders, including Speaker Moses Wetangula, have endorsed former Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha as the Kenya Kwanza preferred candidate for Trans-Nzoia governor in 2027, urging other UDA aspirants Dr Chris Wamalwa and Maurice Bisau to withdraw from the race.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A section of Kenya Kwanza leaders, including President Ruto's aide Farouk Kibet, has criticized the opposition over planned protests slated for June 25, urging Kenyans to prioritize peace, unity, and development instead of political confrontations.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto told Kenyan youth to agitate for their rights through lawful means rather than violence, saying freedom and responsibility are inseparable and that character is shaped by daily choices.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has urged young people to make responsible choices ahead of planned demonstrations marking the second anniversary of Gen Z-led anti-Finance Bill protests. Families of young Kenyans killed during the 2024 protests announced plans for a nationwide remembrance march on June 25, dubbed "We Will Never Forget," to honour those who died and renew calls for justice and accountability.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
A 2027 Nairobi Woman Representative aspirant Faith Odhiambo has called for urgent reforms and investigations following another fire at Gikomba Market that destroyed traders' goods, urging authorities to implement structural reforms including proper urban planning and fire safety systems.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said the government will not tolerate looting or property destruction during planned protests, warning that stern action will be taken against those who break the law while demonstrations are constitutionally protected.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has called on citizens planning demonstrations this week to remember victims of anti-government protests to exercise responsibility and uphold peace, while respecting others' constitutional rights and the livelihoods of other citizens. He also cautioned politicians against making inflammatory remarks and exploiting young people for political gain.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Employment and Labour Relations Court has struck out a petition contesting the outcome of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union's April 2026 elections, allowing the elected leadership to proceed with advancing members' welfare.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Opposition leaders have accused the government of planning to disrupt a June 25th memorial march for victims of the 2024 Anti-Finance Bill protests, alleging the deployment of goons to infiltrate the event and demanding police accountability for security measures.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi has called for Kenyans to participate in planned June 25 memorial protests, describing them as a continuation of the Gen Z-led movement that emerged during the 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations. Wanjigi said the 2024 protests broke Kenya's "old political and economic order" and urged the administration to adapt to the "new Kenya."
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has cautioned young people ahead of planned demonstrations marking the second anniversary of Gen Z-led anti-Finance Bill protests, emphasizing that emergencies often result from individual choices. Families of those killed during the 2024 protests have announced plans for a nationwide remembrance march on June 25, dubbed "We Will Never Forget," to honour those who died and renew calls for justice and accountability.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
Judges at the Court of Appeal will elect a new President on Monday following the end of Justice Daniel Musinga's term in May. Four justices are candidates: Justice Gatembu Kairu, Justice Patrick Kiage, Lady Justice Agnes Murgor, and Lady Justice Lydia Achode.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
Vivo Energy Kenya, Inchcape, and the BMW Owners Club Kenya hosted the BMW Owners Club Connect, bringing together over 100 automotive enthusiasts to explore Kenya's premium automotive sector, with sessions on fuel quality and vehicle efficiency.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi's Rosslyn Riviera Mall, built in 2017 with eco-friendly design along Limuru Road, has grown occupancy from approximately 30 per cent to 88 per cent and now attracts about 5,000 daily visitors through focus on sustainability, community, and curated retail experiences.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Absa Group plans to increase its stake in Absa Bank Kenya to as much as 85% through a $238 million tender offer, offering 34.50 Kenyan shillings per share to buy shares from minority investors. The South African bank says Kenya is strategically important and intends to maintain the bank's Nairobi Securities Exchange listing after the transaction.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has contracted the Trade and Development Bank and Africa Finance Corporation to arrange $1.2 billion in financing for expanding Jomo Kenyatta International Airport's annual passenger capacity to 22 million. The project, expected to cost a maximum of 154.2 billion shillings, will take three years to complete and will be funded through airport-based revenue streams alongside Development Financial Institutions and commercial banks.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority has called for greater innovation, teamwork and proactive planning to accelerate water infrastructure development as Kenya seeks to strengthen water security, boost food production and build resilience against climate change. The CEO said the authority must harness collective ideas to expand water harvesting and storage capacity while addressing challenges such as flooding.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Residents in Kathuci area, Igembe North Constituency, report increased insecurity from suspected invading herders who arrived about four months ago from nearby parts of Meru County. The herders have disrupted daily life, destroyed crops, and damaged farm infrastructure, prompting safety concerns that led to an early school closure; residents are calling for government intervention.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Chamber Business Academy, a division of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has signed a memorandum of understanding with China-Africa Economic and Trade Promotion Council to accelerate the growth of Kenya's mushroom value chain through technical cooperation, capacity building, and technology transfer. The partnership will support small and medium enterprise development, food security, and agribusiness jobs, with a professional training course on mushroom farming to launch the following week.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
A study finds that scaling up social-franchise daycare centers in low-income areas of Nairobi can reduce unpaid care work among women, helping them improve work-life balance and drive economic growth.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard reports that security agencies are failing to stop armed gangs from attacking churches, schools, and funerals, with the government allegedly facilitating gang violence through state protection and financial support.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Experts warn of growing emotional toxicity within modern relationships as men face conflicting pressures from traditional and contemporary expectations in marriage.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A fire broke out at Gikomba Market around 4:00 a.m. on Sunday, sweeping through several business premises and destroying stalls and goods worth millions of shillings before emergency teams contained it. The Kenya Red Cross confirmed the incident and deployed teams to assess the needs of affected traders.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kajiado County Knut Secretary Erick Kolingo has urged the government to find a lasting solution to school unrest across the country, calling for enhanced security measures and increased capitation to support learning institutions. Teachers and parents have been challenged to play an active role in guiding learners, while educators emphasize the need for preventive measures during the mid-term holiday to safeguard schools from vandalism and arson.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Maasai morans from Kajiado County have pledged to protect businesses during planned June 25th Gen Z commemoration protests, warning criminal elements against looting. The demonstrations are intended to commemorate youth who died during 2024 anti-government protests and highlight issues raised during the unrest.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A 68-year-old diabetic and hypertensive patient in Kenya faces escalating healthcare expenses as chronic conditions require increasingly frequent medical check-ups and hospital admissions, illustrating the financial strain of ageing in the country.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto announced government support for St John's Ambulance Kenya, including donation of one acre of land in Upper Hill for a new headquarters, Sh200 million for modernization, and a Sh300 million arrangement for Parliament to acquire the organisation's current Bunge Towers property. The government will deepen cooperation to strengthen emergency response systems and expand ambulance coverage.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A fire engulfed Gikomba market on Sunday morning, killing one adult male and one adult female, injuring several others, and destroying merchandise worth millions of shillings. Emergency response was hampered after a National Youth Service fire engine was stoned and turned away by youths during firefighting operations.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Patients seeking treatment at major referral hospitals in Kenya are sleeping outside facility grounds or in makeshift shelters because they cannot afford long-term accommodation during weeks or months of care. A study found that distant patients without nearby lodging are more likely to present with advanced illness and receive inadequate treatment, though access to accommodation can improve treatment compliance.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A fire broke out at Gikomba Market in Nairobi early Sunday morning around 4:00 a.m., destroying several business premises. The Kenya Red Cross deployed teams to the scene alongside a multi-agency response unit to contain the blaze and assess the needs of affected traders.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A fire reported at around 4:00 a.m. swept through sections of Gikomba Market in Nairobi, destroying goods and causing traders to suffer losses. The Kenya Red Cross and multi-agency emergency teams responded to support firefighting efforts; no casualties have been confirmed so far, though the full extent of damage is yet to be established.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto has announced a Ksh.600 million support package for St John Ambulance Kenya, including a one-acre parcel of land in Upper Hill, Ksh.500 million in construction funding, 15 new ambulances, and an annual budgetary allocation of Ksh.100 million beginning the next financial year.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Patients travelling to major referral hospitals in Bomet and elsewhere are sleeping outside facility grounds or in makeshift shelters because they cannot afford long stays during treatment. Faith Aid Kenya's Mustard Seed House ministry is providing accommodation, meals and transport assistance to patients near Tenwek and AIC Kijabe hospitals.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto announced that Kenya will launch its first National Ambulance Dispatch Centre next month, making it the second African country with a nationally coordinated ambulance dispatch system. The centre will coordinate ambulance services through a digital platform integrated into national health infrastructure and is expected to handle 100,000 emergency evacuations annually.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has assured traders affected by a fire at Gikomba Market that they will not lose their trading spaces. The county government has launched an enumeration exercise to assess the number of affected traders and losses, and is consulting with leaders from the market's 32 sections to determine support required.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As Kenya approaches the second anniversary of the June 2024 deadly protests against the Finance Bill, survivors and families of victims gathered at a church service to remember those who died. Survivors, some permanently injured, say their only remedy now is compensation as they wait for justice.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two people died in a fire that swept through Nairobi's Gikomba Market on Sunday morning, destroying businesses and injuring four firefighters. Governor Sakaja condemned attacks on first responders, including an NYS fire engine being stoned by youth, which disrupted early containment efforts.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
Traders at Gikomba Market are calling for urgent reforms following a fire incident that caused heavy losses, with some alleging delayed emergency response and questioning whether the recurring fires reflect systemic failures or deliberate actions to remove them from the market.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
Former Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo has called for proper market planning and fire safety solutions following a dawn fire at Gikomba Market that destroyed stalls and merchandise. She urged authorities to prioritize structured market planning, enforce fire safety standards, and ensure transparent investigations into the recurring fires at the market.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto praised St John's 62,000 volunteers, cadets and officers as an invaluable national asset, pledging government support including KSh200 million for a modern headquarters, land in Nairobi, and 15 ambulances for the organisation.
21 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission arrested two Kenya Revenue Authority employees attached to Upper Hill offices on allegations of demanding Ksh.3 million in exchange for influencing the resolution of a Capital Gains Tax assessment. The anti-graft agency said it caught the officials receiving Ksh.900,000 as part payment of the demanded bribe and recovered the amount.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Father John Juma Pesa I, founder and spiritual leader of the Holy Ghost Coptic Church of Africa, was buried Saturday at the church headquarters in Mamboleo, Kisumu County, closing a six-decade tenure that made him one of Kenya's most controversial religious figures.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has named a team of decorated athletes for the 2026 Commonwealth Games set for July 23 to August 2 in Glasgow, Scotland, following national athletics championships that served as trials. The squad includes world champions, continental first-place finishers, and Commonwealth medalists, such as two-time Commonwealth 800m champion Wyclife Kinyamal, who won the national trials at 1:44.58.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Ng'iya Girls and St Mary's School Yala successfully defended their Siaya County basketball 3x3 titles during county secondary school games, with Ng'iya defeating Barchando 17-14 and Yala beating Sawagongo 12-10.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
St Joseph's Nyabondo High School ended a 15-year wait for the Kisumu County rugby sevens championship, defeating defending champions Otieno Oyoo 10-7 in the finals at Ahero. The unbeaten Nyabondo side will represent the county at the Nyanza Regional games alongside runners-up Otieno Oyoo.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Japan thrashed Tunisia 4-0 on Saturday to mark the 1,000th game in World Cup history, with Ayase Ueda scoring twice and Daichi Kamada and Junya Ito also on target. The victory brought Japan level with the Netherlands on four points at the top of Group F, while Tunisia, who lost 5-1 to Sweden in their opener, were eliminated from knockout qualification.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Germany booked their place in the knockout rounds with a 2-1 injury-time comeback victory over Ivory Coast in Toronto, with substitute Deniz Undav scoring twice. Curacao, the smallest nation by population ever to qualify for the World Cup, secured their first ever point with a goalless draw against Ecuador, goalkeeper Eloy Room making a record 15 saves in a match without extra time.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has travelled to 10 matches across multiple US, Mexican and Canadian cities in seven days during the 2026 World Cup using a private jet, prompting environmental groups to criticise his carbon emissions. Greenly estimates his travel could produce 300 to 500 tons of CO2 by the end of the tournament.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Reigning Commonwealth Games 100m champion Ferdinand Omanyala, world 800m champion Lilian Odira, and former world 1,500m champion Timothy Cheruiyot have been named to Kenya's athletics squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, following national trials at Nyayo National Stadium.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Mama Ibado Charity held a successful mock run at Karura Forest to test logistics and safety measures for Run 4 Seniors, scheduled for July 18, 2025. The initiative seeks to raise awareness and mobilise support for vulnerable senior citizens while promoting healthy lifestyles and active ageing.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
The sixth edition of the Jubilee Live Free Race, Kenya's largest cycling event, is scheduled for September 27 at Uhuru Gardens with over 5,500 participants expected. This year features a redesigned route on the Southern Bypass and a revamped 72-kilometre category with fewer laps.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Omar Marmoush will lead Egypt against New Zealand in Vancouver, seeking Egypt's first World Cup victory in eight games and a chance to step out of Mohamed Salah's shadow. Egypt, a seven-time African continental champion, has never advanced past the group stage at the World Cup.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Germany booked their place in the World Cup knockout rounds with a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast, with substitute Deniz Undav scoring twice including an injury-time winner in Toronto. Curacao clinched their first ever World Cup point in a goalless draw with Ecuador.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lamine Yamal scored on his return from hamstring injury as Spain defeated Saudi Arabia 4-0 in a World Cup match in Atlanta, with Mikel Oyarzabal adding two goals. The victory puts Spain atop Group H.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Brazil forward Raphinha sustained a muscle injury to his right thigh during Brazil's World Cup win over Haiti and will undergo intensive treatment supervised by the national team's medical team. The CBF did not specify a recovery timeline, though Brazilian media reported he could potentially return for a last-16 match starting in two weeks.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Coach Julian Nagelsmann said Germany has high ambitions beyond the knockout stage after the team's comeback victory against Ivory Coast in extra time on Saturday, which guarantees the Germans advance. The win ends a streak of World Cup disappointment after Germany failed to advance from the group stage in both 2018 and 2022.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said his players are motivated to respond after drawing 0-0 with Cape Verde, and will face Saudi Arabia on Sunday determined to improve their tournament performance.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Winger Jeremy Doku has been ruled out of Belgium's second World Cup group match against Iran due to illness, the Belgian team announced on Saturday. Doku started Belgium's opening 1-1 draw with Egypt but was replaced in the 86th minute.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Defending Vihiga County champions Emusire Boys High School are confident of winning the Western Region Secondary Schools Championships in Bungoma after securing the county title with a 4-0 victory over Mbale Boys. Head coach Billy Aluda said the team aims to reach the final and compete for the title, motivated by last year's regional semi-final exit on penalties.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France centre-half William Saliba said he has been "gritting his teeth" and playing through pain at the World Cup after suffering from a back problem for the past few months, and is not operating at "100 percent" in North America.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Six coastal counties under Jumuiya ya Kaunti za Pwani have unveiled a $1.2 billion (Sh156 billion) blue economy multi-agency action plan for 2026 to 2030, focusing on sustainable investment in fisheries, ports, maritime transport, tourism and green energy. The plan was launched at the eleventh Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa and aims to drive sustainable economic growth and inclusive development across coastal counties.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A new three-year partnership between consumer health company Haleon Kenya and the Upper Tana–Nairobi Water Fund Trust will support smallholder farmers in the Upper Tana watershed with conservation measures to reduce soil erosion, improve water quality, and increase water availability; the Upper Tana supplies nearly 95 per cent of Nairobi's water and about half of Kenya's hydropower.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Iranian negotiators and US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland for talks focused on the nuclear issue and Lebanon ceasefire, after negotiations were postponed Friday following Israeli strikes in Lebanon. Iran's military command said it would close the Strait of Hormuz to vessel traffic, citing US "breach of contract" and Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreement.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Dozens of artisanal gold miners were killed and wounded after airstrikes hit mining sites in eastern Sudan, with eyewitnesses and Sudanese political parties accusing Egypt of responsibility. Exact casualty figures could not be independently verified, and the identity of the aircraft involved could not be confirmed.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
US President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer "will resign," offering no evidence for the claim, as British media reported the embattled Labour leader may resign within days. Trump also criticized Starmer's record on immigration and energy policy.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
King Charles III will reveal his personal tax bill, becoming the first British monarch to disclose it as sovereign, Buckingham Palace confirmed. The move aims to enhance transparency over royal finances amid increasing public scrutiny following scandals involving former Prince Andrew.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Israeli strikes killed at least 20 people in Lebanon on Saturday, according to Lebanon's state news agency, one day after a ceasefire with Hezbollah took effect. Israel said the strikes were in response to more than 50 projectiles launched by Hezbollah overnight, while Hezbollah accused Israel of ceasefire violations and warned of retaliation.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Illegal fishing costs the world economy up to $50 billion yearly. Fifteen countries signed the Mombasa Declaration in Mombasa last week, calling for greater transparency in vessel ownership, fishing authorizations, and catch activity to close enforcement gaps that allow illegal operators to work in international waters.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party secured 438 of 486 seats in legislative polls held June 1, winning roughly 90 per cent of contested seats. Elections took place in 501 of 547 constituencies with about 40 million people voting, though the party faced a divided opposition that did not field candidates in many constituencies.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A heatwave across Europe prompted France to restrict alcohol consumption at public events in 35 departments expecting temperatures of 39–41°C on Sunday, while Germany issued widespread heat alerts and Spain closed a soccer fan zone.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France, Spain, Germany, and Britain are experiencing a severe heatwave threatening to break June temperature records, less than a month after a May heatwave. Scientists attribute recurring heatwaves to global warming from fossil fuels and warn they will become more frequent, longer, and more intense.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
India's 2.2 million aspiring medical students retook a competitive medical entrance exam under tight security following a paper leak that led to the cancellation of the original test and sparked youth protests demanding the education minister's resignation.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
King Charles III will reveal his personal tax bill to improve transparency of royal finances, Buckingham Palace announced, making him the first British monarch to share such information. British monarchs are legally exempt from certain taxes but have paid some duties voluntarily for decades, and recent scandals have put royal finances under public scrutiny.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US Vice President JD Vance and Iranian negotiators arrived in Switzerland to begin new talks aimed at making progress on the nuclear issue and a Lebanon ceasefire, following a postponement after Israeli strikes in Lebanon. Iran said it was closing the Strait of Hormuz again over Israeli attacks, citing breaches of ceasefire agreements by Israel.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Colombia's defense ministry said military and police forces killed Marlon, the second-in-command to Ivan Mordisco, leader of the Central General Staff dissident group, one of the largest armed groups in the country. Marlon headed the group in the southwestern Cauca region and was responsible for an April attack that killed 21 people.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for peace talks with Iran as both nations seek to end their war, though disagreement persists over Iran's claim that it closed the Strait of Hormuz. The talks follow a 60-day ceasefire agreement and an interim deal signed Wednesday by Presidents Trump and Pezeshkian.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has drawn criticism from environmentalists for using a Qatar Airways private jet to attend multiple World Cup matches across various cities during the 2026 tournament. According to an investigative outlet, he clocked 600,000 kilometers on the plane over the previous three years.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Anti-jihadist militia fighters told AFP that suspected jihadists killed 11 farmers in two separate attacks in northeastern Nigeria this weekend. Communities in northern and central Nigeria face attacks from jihadist groups and criminal gangs known as "bandits," who kidnap for ransom, rustle cattle, and impose taxes on farmers seeking field access.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran if it does not stop Hezbollah from "causing trouble," as peace talks between senior US and Iranian officials began in Switzerland amid clashes between the Israeli army and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
21 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Standard opinion column argues that economic factors, rather than military action, will determine the outcome of tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran, citing Iran's long preparation and cohesiveness as a civilization.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
A Citizen TV interview alleged that some police officers operate alongside criminal gangs in plain clothes, participating in robberies and assaults, and claimed plainclothes officers were involved in the All Saints Cathedral attack. The editorial notes these allegations echo long-standing citizen concerns about selective policing during 2024–2025 protests and call for investigation.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
On Father's Day, an opinion piece reflects on the silent pressures fathers carry—school fees, medical bills, aging parents, job uncertainty—and the internal doubts many quietly experience about whether their sacrifices matter and whether they are doing enough.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece criticises incomplete government projects in Kenya, citing the abandoned Bus Rapid Transport scheme on Thika Road and questioning why successive governments fail to complete predecessors' initiatives, suggesting kickbacks and desire for political credit as possible causes.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Africa should stop viewing infectious diseases as purely hospital matters and instead recognize them as security, economic, diplomatic, and human survival issues. The piece contends that disease outbreaks can close borders, disrupt trade and tourism, and overwhelm systems, and that involving communities—drawing on traditional disease management practices—is essential for effective disease control.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya faces a complex policy question as governments worldwide consider banning social media for children under 16, driven by documented harms like exposure to violence and distressing content, but complicated by minors' reliance on digital platforms for education and connection.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Nairobi has become an important centre for international dialogue and diplomacy over the past decade, with the ability to convene diverse actors—governments, investors, and development partners—around shared interests now representing a key form influence in global affairs.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the church, rooted in Christ's execution by the state, has a duty to challenge political power and protect people. It rejects neutrality in politics as complicity, stating the church announces a Kingdom that judges all parties and will continue speaking truth despite state opposition.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →