The government is launching development projects and empowerment programmes in Ol Kalou less than a month before a parliamentary by-election, citing response to locals' demands. The opposition claims the initiatives are an attempt to use State resources to influence voters in a region with growing discontent with the ruling party and President William Ruto.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The government is launching development projects and empowerment programmes in Ol Kalou less than a month before a parliamentary by-election, citing response to locals' demands. The opposition claims the initiatives are an attempt to use State resources to influence voters in a region with growing discontent with the ruling party and President William Ruto.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Two years after Members of Parliament attempted to pass the controversial Finance Bill 2024, which sparked widespread street protests by young Kenyans, courts have yet to provide answers on crucial questions arising from the matter.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Threats have been issued and meetings convened or cancelled ahead of June 25 demonstrations, with anxiety affecting President William Ruto's administration, young people, clergy, business owners and boda boda operators.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai, detained overnight after surrendering to police in connection with shooting chaos and an alleged assault during a June 19 rally, was released on a Sh100,000 bond with surety by Senior Principal Magistrate Vincent Adet. The magistrate dismissed the police request for 21-day detention, ruling there was insufficient evidence and that investigations could proceed without his continued custody.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto's costly domestic trips, featuring large convoys and helicopter fleets, with millions spent on mobilization handouts, conflict with his earlier promises to embrace austerity measures and reduce government spending.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Immigration Principal Secretary Belio Kipsang has dismissed claims that foreigners are being issued national identity cards, stating it is against the law. Kipsang explained that Kenya's national identification system has three categories—foreign, refugee, and Kenyan citizens—that guide the Immigration Department.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Threats have been issued and meetings convened ahead of June 25 protests, with anxiety mounting not only in the State House and administration but also among young people, clergy, business owners, and boda boda operators over the demonstrations.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Charles Kerich, a Nairobi County Executive Committee Member for Finance who was convicted of contempt of court more than one month ago, has been missing in action, with reports now suggesting he was away in the United States of America.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has filed a notice of appeal challenging the High Court judgment that upheld his impeachment while awarding him Sh50 million in damages for violation of his fair trial rights.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Maurice and Alice Shiramba, parents of 34-year-old Caroline Shiramba who was killed by a stray bullet during the 2024 youth-led protests in Kakamega town, are urging President William Ruto to fast-track state compensation for families who lost loved ones in the deadly demonstrations.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Gen Z-led protests in 2024 began as opposition to proposed tax increases and evolved into a broader challenge to the country's governance, with young people mobilising against rising cost of living, unemployment, corruption, and what they viewed as an unresponsive political class.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Protests in Kenya are fueled by outrage over theft of public resources and the extravagant lifestyles of public servants, reflecting broader concerns about elite capture of the state.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has set Tuesday, August 10, 2027, as the date for Kenya's next general election, with campaigns running from May 29 to August 7. Political parties must submit membership lists and primary contestant details by March 16, 2027, and complete primaries by May 9, 2027.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Activists and opposition figures accused the government of deliberately intimidating Kenyans ahead of Gen Z-led commemorations marking two years since the protests, while security agencies warned they were prepared to respond to any unrest. Demonstrators are expected to take to the streets on June 25.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Nationwide demonstrations have erupted across Kenya over the Finance Bill 2024, which increased taxes and levies for Kenyans. The mass protests, initially organized in Nairobi, have spread to almost every city and major town, with digital media playing a key role in mobilizing demonstrators online before taking to the streets.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
ODM Director of Communication Philip Etale argued that Edwin Sifuna's decision to skip the party's disciplinary tribunal and send lawyers instead may have sealed his fate, stating that party members must appear in person before committees to receive a fair hearing.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will not accept the Sh50 million compensation awarded by the High Court for violation of his constitutional rights during his impeachment, his lawyer has clarified. The decision comes as Gachagua has filed a notice of appeal challenging the High Court judgment that upheld his impeachment while preserving several findings in his favour, including the damages award.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police in Kitengela, Kajiado County, arrested activist Bob Njagi, chairman of the Free Kenya Movement, over allegations of planning and inciting protests ahead of a Gen Z commemoration scheduled for the following day. According to the Kajiado County Police Commander, Njagi will be arraigned in court for incitement following circulation of a video on social media showing him urging youth participation in the planned protests.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
A KRA declaration officer claimed ignorance of the source of his wife's Sh19,688,152 held in three Equity Bank accounts, leading to forfeiture of the funds by the Assets Recovery Agency; the Supreme Court has now blocked this forfeiture action.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper party leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has accused the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) of failing to gather evidence in the killing of Rex Masai, a 29-year-old shot during the June 2024 Gen Z protests. Kalonzo, speaking on the second anniversary of the June 25 protests, said IPOA acknowledged that critical evidence—including the bullet from Masai's body, cartridges, CCTV footage, the alleged murder weapon, and witness protection—was never collected or secured.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Homa Bay Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga has criticised National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi for endorsing Governor Gladys Wanga's re-election, saying county leaders have agreed to support President William Ruto's re-election but not Wanga's second term. Magwanga accused Mbadi of promoting divisive politics that could reduce Ruto's votes in the next election.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen said the Directorate of Criminal Investigations is investigating individuals mobilizing and sponsoring people to take part in violent activities during planned demonstrations, which he accused unnamed political actors of hijacking for campaigns. He said police will protect peaceful protesters and public businesses while dealing decisively with those seeking to exploit protests to cause chaos, looting, or property destruction.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard Group's CEO Chaacha Mwita issued a statement defending the company's journalism against remarks President William Ruto posted on X about the paper's coverage of his administration. Mwita said the company takes exception to Ruto's characterization of its journalism and questioned why the President chose public disparagement rather than established channels, while reaffirming that The Standard will report facts even when uncomfortable to those in authority.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga has urged police to protect peaceful demonstrators during a planned commemoration of young people killed in anti-government protests, saying security officers should allow people to exercise their constitutional rights. He defended the victims' compensation plan as recognition of government wrongs and credited the late Raila Odinga with pushing for compensation as part of the 10-point agenda.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Law Society of Kenya and Police Reforms Working Group have called on the National Police Service to facilitate and protect protesters marking the anniversary of the June 2024 demonstrations, citing the constitutional right to peaceful assembly and citing past police responses involving excessive force and unlawful arrests that resulted in over 138 deaths and 1,227 injuries over six years.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Kwanza-allied MPs from Nyanza have urged the region's people not to participate in planned commemorations of those killed in the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests, claiming President Ruto is addressing years of marginalisation and rolling out development projects in the region.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The government aims to issue three million national identity cards by the end of the year following reforms that have reduced processing time. The ongoing nationwide registration drive has already issued 1.5 million IDs in the last five months, with the State Department now using digital technology to issue cards within ten days and replacements within a day.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua called on Kenyans to avoid Thursday's planned Gen Z commemoration protests, citing intelligence reports of plans to infiltrate demonstrations with criminal gangs in Mt Kenya region and Nairobi. Gachagua alleged senior government officials were mobilising goons to disrupt protests and claimed certain police officers had expressed discomfort over instructions to avoid some protest zones.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai was released on Sh50,000 cash bail after appearing in court over a shooting incident that injured three people at an event in Nakuru County. The incident occurred at an economic empowerment event organized by Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, and the National Police Service are conducting targeted stakeholder engagement forums in Nakuru County to strengthen public participation and promote inclusive electoral processes ahead of the 2027 general elections. The forums bring together political party officials, youth leaders, women representatives, and Persons Living with Disabilities to enhance understanding of legal frameworks governing political parties and electoral processes.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Matatu Owners Association chairperson has assured the public of uninterrupted transport services during Thursday's Gen Z memorial protests, urging PSV operators to continue normal operations despite concerns over possible disruptions in major urban centres.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested Gilbert Momanyi Maturwe, director of Gimo Security and Investigation Services Limited, over allegations of procurement fraud linked to a Sh5.4 million security services contract at Keroka Technical Training Institute in Kisii County. The suspect was expected to be arraigned before Chief Magistrate's Court 1 in Kisii on June 24, 2026.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary says the government is planning a Sh25 billion facial recognition surveillance system across six major cities, to be deployed within three to six months, aimed at identifying individuals involved in violence during public protests. The technology will link surveillance cameras to national identity databases and could be financed through phased implementation and private-sector partnerships.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
ODM party leader Oburu Odinga hosted Prof. Makau Mutua and the Uwiano panel for an update on a report related to protest victims.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to disqualify politicians found to be sponsoring goons from participating in next year's General Election, saying the electoral body has sufficient legal powers to address the growing culture of political violence in the country.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nakuru court has issued interim orders restraining a former Kenya Defence Forces officer charged with murder from harassing, intimidating, threatening, or interfering with the family of the deceased. The orders followed an urgent application by the mother of the deceased, who alleged the accused had been threatening and intimidating her family while in custody.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has accused the Standard newspaper—owned by the Moi family—of running "extortionist propaganda" against his administration and blackmail, insisting that Kenya belongs to all citizens, not a select few. The escalation follows a long-running standoff between Ruto and the newspaper, which has frequently published critical headlines scrutinising the Kenya Kwanza government's policies and performance.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Samuel Kahara Macharia has filed a petition with the Judicial Service Commission seeking the removal of Court of Appeal judges Patrick Kiage, Aggrey Muchelule and Lydia Achode, accusing them of gross misconduct, incompetence and constitutional rights violations in a case arising from a dispute over the government's proposed sale of its 15 percent stake in Safaricom PLC. Macharia alleges the judges proceeded unfairly with a National Treasury application to suspend conservatory orders despite him not being served with the application or hearing notice.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said police are prepared to provide security for demonstrators expected to participate in Thursday's June 25 anniversary protests, and that the government respects the constitutional right to peacefully assemble while warning that police would deal firmly with criminals seeking to infiltrate the demonstrations.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nairobi Family Court has dismissed an application by former East African Court of Justice judge Charles Ayako Nyachae challenging the administration of his late father Simeon Nyachae's estate, finding he failed to provide sufficient evidence of fraud, mismanagement, or wastage by the co-executors including his stepmother and stepbrother.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Residents from several Kisumu estates staged peaceful marches and rallies on Wednesday urging young people to avoid planned Gen Z anniversary demonstrations and instead promote peace and stability, with local officials citing development projects and infrastructure works as evidence of progress under the current administration.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed calls for June 25 to be formally recognised as a national public holiday, dubbed 'Liberation Day,' to honour young Kenyans who led the anti-Finance Bill protests of 2024. He said the day should serve as a permanent reminder of the sacrifices made by youth in defence of freedom, justice and constitutional rights.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said police are prepared to provide security for demonstrators expected to participate in Thursday's June 25 anniversary protests, stating the government respects citizens' constitutional right to peacefully assemble while warning police would deal firmly with criminals.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As Kenya prepared for the second commemoration of victims from the June 25, 2024 protests, survivors planned nationwide candlelighting ceremonies to honour the fallen. President Ruto cautioned against chaos and destruction of property during the anniversary, stating that Kenya believes in order and the rule of law.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed calls for June 25 to be formally recognised as a national public holiday, dubbed 'Liberation Day,' in honour of young Kenyans who led the anti-Finance Bill protests of 2024.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi County Assembly has approved an amendment to construct a monument honouring the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at the Supreme Court roundabout, recognising his contributions to good governance, democratic space, and the rule of law.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyans plan to hold a second commemoration of June 25, 2024 protest victims with nationwide candlelighting ceremonies on Thursday. President Ruto has cautioned against chaos, property destruction, or disruption of services during the anniversary.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has told off critics opposed to the ongoing protest victim compensation exercise, calling on them not to deter beneficiaries and warning leaders against politicising the matter. He hailed the Kenya Kwanza administration for taking steps to compensate victims who suffered police brutality during past protests.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Nairobi County Assembly has approved an amendment for a monument honouring the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at the Supreme Court roundabout in Nairobi. The monument is intended to recognise Odinga's contributions to Kenya's development, good governance, democratic space, and the rule of law.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has told off critics opposed to the ongoing protest victim compensation exercise and warned leaders politicising the matter to keep off and let victims be compensated. He said he will push to ensure all claimants affected are considered and hailed the Kenya Kwanza administration for taking steps to actualize one of its 10-point agendas to honor victims who suffered police brutality.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that while Kenya's Gen Z-led Occupy Parliament movement successfully compelled the government to withdraw the Finance Bill 2024, it failed to convert that victory into lasting political influence because it rejected negotiations and leadership structures, and lacked organization to institutionalize its gains beyond the streets.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police have not received formal notification for a planned commemoration of the June 25, 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests scheduled for Thursday in Nairobi, and warn that criminal elements will be dealt with firmly. The Nairobi Regional Commander said law enforcement agencies are not aware of any planned gathering and noted that organizers are required to issue notice at least three days in advance to the nearest police station.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Human Rights Commission and partners are addressing electoral-related sexual violence in preparation for the 2027 polls.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police say they have not received formal notification for a planned commemoration of the June 25, 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests scheduled for Thursday in Nairobi, and warned that any criminal elements will be dealt with firmly. The Nairobi Regional Commander noted that law requires notice at least three days in advance to the nearest police station.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Human Rights Commission and partners are addressing electoral-related sexual violence ahead of the 2027 polls.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has set out official timelines for the 2027 General Election, requiring political parties to submit membership lists and primary schedules by March 16, 2027, and complete primaries by May 9, 2027. Candidates failing to meet registration deadlines will not be eligible to participate.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil's goalkeeper will wear a green kit instead of the originally approved red one against Scotland in the World Cup, reflecting a deeper political conflict over the national team's colors. The yellow and green have been co-opted by far-right conservatives aligned with former president Jair Bolsonaro, while President Luiz Inacio Lula is seeking to reclaim them; red represents the left and his party.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Kajiado County arrested activist Bob Njagi on allegations of planning and inciting protests scheduled for June 25 in Kitengela town, meant to commemorate those who died during Gen Z demonstrations in June 2024. Police say a video showed Njagi urging youth participation and claim this could lead to property destruction.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has released official timelines for the 2027 General Election, requiring political parties to submit membership lists and primary schedules by March 16, 2027, and complete primaries by May 9, 2027. Candidates who miss nomination deadlines or are still party members by May 9 cannot participate independently.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM party leader Oburu Odinga hosted Prof. Makau Mutua and the Uwiano panel for an update on a protest victims report.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Kajiado County arrested activist Bob Njagi on Wednesday over allegations of planning and inciting protests scheduled for Thursday, June 25, in Kitengela town to commemorate those who died during Gen Z demonstrations in June 2024. The county police commander said the arrest followed a video showing Njagi urging youth to participate, citing concerns about potential property destruction.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Family Court in Nairobi dismissed an application by former East African Court of Justice judge Charles Nyachae to remove his stepmother Grace Nyachae and stepbrother Leon Nyachae from managing the late Cabinet Minister Simeon Nyachae's estate. Justice Rose Oganyo found that Charles Nyachae failed to prove allegations of mismanagement or unlawful interference.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nairobi Family Court has dismissed an application by former East African Court of Justice judge Charles Nyachae to remove his stepmother Grace Nyachae and stepbrother Leon Nyachae from the management of late Cabinet Minister Simeon Nyachae's estate. Justice Rose Oganyo found that Charles Nyachae failed to prove allegations of mismanagement or unlawful interference.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto accused Standard Group owner Gideon Moi of attempting to blackmail his administration through negative media coverage, tweeting that "five days a week" of critical headlines would not force him to give in to what he termed greed and extortion.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto accused Standard Group owner Gideon Moi of attempting to blackmail him through negative media coverage, posting on X that "five days a week" of critical headlines would not force him to give in to what he termed greed and extortion.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Matatu Owners Association has assured the public that matatu operations will continue normally as Kenya marks the anniversary of the June 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests. MOA Chairperson Albert Karakacha expressed solidarity with families affected by the protests while calling for justice, accountability, and respect for the rule of law.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
More than 2,800 supporters each contributed Ksh.10 to buy Olkalau MP aspirant Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru a suit for his swearing-in, after former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria allegedly referred to him as a chokoraa. Nyandarua Senator John Methu confirmed the fundraiser, which he described as turning a negative comment into community solidarity.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
More than 2,800 well-wishers each contributed Ksh.10 in a grassroots drive to buy Olkalau MP aspirant Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru a suit for his swearing-in, after former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria allegedly referred to him as a chokoraa. Nyandarua Senator John Methu confirmed the development, saying the movement turned the insult into community support ahead of the election.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki dismissed DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua's intellectual capacity and grasp of the Constitution, telling him to "stay in his lane" after Gachagua questioned Kindiki's insistence that the Constitution provides for a President to serve two terms. The exchange escalated from Gachagua's remarks that Kindiki was embarrassing himself and reading the Constitution incorrectly.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua's intellectual capacity and grasp of the Constitution, terming his style of politics an embarrassment to the Mt Kenya region. The exchange was triggered by Gachagua's remarks questioning why Kindiki would insist that the Constitution provides for a President to serve two terms.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku cautioned residents of Mbeere against embracing clan-based politics, saying it risks undermining development and dividing communities. Speaking at the handover of a Sh38 million school complex at Katheru Primary School, he urged residents to focus on leaders with a development agenda rather than those promoting sectional interests.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has warned Mbeere residents against clan-based politics, saying it risks undermining development and dividing communities. Speaking at the handover of a Sh38 million school complex, Ruku urged the region to support leaders with development agendas and criticized those promoting sectional interests.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Emurua Dikirr MP Nelson Koech constructed a house in Soget for the family of Amos Kipngetich, who died in a February helicopter crash that also claimed the life of former area MP Johana Ngeno and five others. The house was handed over during a prayer and dedication ceremony attended by the family and local leaders.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Business owners in Uasin Gishu County, led by BAHLITA, have opposed sections of the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill before Parliament's health committee, citing a lack of inclusive public participation and warning of economic consequences for small businesses.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Ugandan court denied bail to Erias Lukwago, a lawyer and politician representing opposition leader Kizza Besigye, after he was charged with failing to report a treason-related plot hatched in Kenya between 2021–2024. Lukwago denies the charges and faces up to life imprisonment if convicted.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has called on participants in June 25 demonstrations to dissociate themselves from violent elements and criminal actors, saying peaceful protesters should help law enforcement isolate troublemakers. The government confirmed the National Police Service received notification of the planned protests and will provide security.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has warned government officials against intimidating citizens planning to participate in June 25 Gen Z memorial protests, saying the government must respect the constitutional right to peacefully assemble and commemorate those killed during the 2024 and 2025 anti-government demonstrations.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga has appealed to Kenyans participating in Thursday's demonstrations marking the second anniversary of the 2024 Gen Z protests to remain peaceful and respect other citizens' freedoms, warning against violence, property destruction, and carrying weapons.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The director of Gimo Security and Investigation Services Limited was arraigned at Kisii Chief Magistrate's Court for allegedly defrauding Keroka Technical Training Institute of Sh5.4 million by deploying fewer security guards than contracted while receiving full monthly payments, and submitting a falsified tax compliance certificate during tendering.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has publicly condemned police brutality in Angata Barrikoi, Narok County, apologizing to residents for abuses by law enforcement officers and ordering investigations into their conduct. Murkomen described the officers' actions as unlawful and said reports of residents being assaulted, homes vandalized, and property destroyed during a security operation could not be justified.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Regional Police Commander said authorities have not received official notice of planned June 25 memorial marches marking the second anniversary of the 2024 Gen Z anti-government protests, though the government assures security measures are in place and urges Kenyans to continue normal activities.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission arrested Gilbert Momanyi Maturwe, director of Gimo Security and Investigation Services Limited, over a procurement fraud involving a Ksh.5.4 million security services contract at Keroka Technical Training Institute. Investigations found the company continued receiving full monthly payments despite reducing the number of security guards deployed, and allegedly submitted a falsified Tax Compliance Certificate during tendering.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to disqualify politicians found sponsoring goons from participating in next year's General Election, citing the IEBC's sufficient legal powers to address the growing culture of political violence in the country.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nakuru court has issued interim orders restraining a former Kenya Defence Forces officer charged with murder from harassing, intimidating, or interfering with the family of the deceased. The restraining order followed an application by the mother of the victim, who alleged the accused had been threatening and intimidating her family while in custody.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Samuel Kahara Macharia has filed a petition before the Judicial Service Commission seeking the removal of Court of Appeal judges Patrick Kiage, Aggrey Muchelule and Lydia Achode, accusing them of gross misconduct, incompetence and constitutional rights violations during proceedings over a dispute regarding the proposed sale of the government's 15 percent stake in Safaricom PLC. Macharia alleges the judges proceeded with hearing a National Treasury application to suspend conservatory orders despite him not being served with the application or notified of the hearing, and claims he was given only two hours to respond.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has renewed calls for June 25 to be recognized as a national public holiday designated "Liberation Day" to commemorate the sacrifices made by young Kenyans during the 2024 Gen Z protests that led to the storming of Parliament.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Family Bank made its debut on the Nairobi Securities Exchange on Tuesday, reaching a high of Sh50 in early trading.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya National Highways Authority has approved a toll rate of Sh8 per kilometre on the upgraded Rironi-Mau Summit Road being built by Chinese firms, meaning users will pay about Sh648 for the 81-kilometre Rironi-Gilgil section and Sh464 for the Rironi-Maai Mahiu-Naivasha section.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has signed the Finance Bill, 2026 into law, enabling implementation of the Sh4.8 trillion budget for the 2026/27 financial year. The largest budget in Kenya's history includes major allocations to education (Sh784 billion), health (Sh175 billion), agriculture (Sh63 billion), and fuel stabilisation (Sh21.5 billion).
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Construction of the Sh343 million Chwele modern market in Bungoma County is 68 per cent complete, with project manager Derrick Ngoya saying it is expected to be handed over by November 2026 and ready for use by December. The facility will feature modern stalls, cold storage, a generator, conference room, ICT hub, and other amenities to serve over 1,000 traders.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Little Cab has integrated its corporate invoicing platform with Kenya Revenue Authority's electronic Tax Invoice Management System to automatically generate compliant invoices for corporate clients. The move supports KRA's strategy to improve VAT compliance and reduce tax leakages.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Financial technology firm Numida has launched operations in Kenya with a premium lending model targeting established MSMEs with monthly revenues of at least Ksh.300,000, offering faster and more affordable access to working capital.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At the Adopting Bitcoin conference in Nairobi, Talo Africa Chairman Robert Kirubi argued that bitcoin technology could help African countries preserve value and reduce dependence on external financial systems, positioning the continent's young population and mobile adoption to play a significant role in global financial innovation.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Digital credit provider Numida has launched operations in Kenya, offering performance-based financing to micro, small, and medium enterprises that struggle to access traditional bank loans. The company has already disbursed more than Sh22 billion to over 115,000 businesses across the region.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
East African Breweries Limited has written to Chief Justice Martha Koome requesting judicial intervention over multiple court cases challenging the proposed sale to Japan's Asahi Group, arguing that parallel proceedings risk delaying the transaction, creating investor uncertainty, and resulting in conflicting court orders.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Social media is increasingly becoming a source of income and entrepreneurial opportunities for Kenyan students, with young creators building audiences and partnering with brands while in school. A fashion and lifestyle creator who started in 2023 earns through brand partnerships, user-generated content, and social media management, and says the work has enabled networking and self-discovery.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya National Highways Authority has confirmed that the Ksh.184 billion Rironi–Mau Summit Road project will charge motorists Ksh.8 per kilometre upon completion. The 233-kilometre road, to be constructed over two years by China Road and Bridge Corporation and Kenya's NSSF under a Public-Private Partnership, will expand existing highway sections.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya National Highways Authority has confirmed that a toll fee of Ksh.8 per kilometre will be introduced on the 233-kilometre Rironi–Mau Summit Road upon completion of the Ksh.184 billion project, which is under construction by the China Road and Bridge Corporation in partnership with the National Social Security Fund under a Public-Private Partnership.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has signed a Ksh.154.2 billion contract with China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) for the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with the project set to take 36 months following the completion of the JKIA Master Plan in February 2026.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has signed a Ksh.154.2 billion contract with China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) for the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with the project set to take 36 months.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
GenAfrica Asset Managers celebrated three decades in business, growing from managing a single USD 100 million offshore fund to overseeing assets exceeding USD 6 billion across pension and non-pension portfolios while serving more than 110 clients across the region.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
YouTube reached a confidential settlement with a 15-year-old American who accused the platform and other social media networks of harming his mental health, three months after a similar case verdict. The agreement includes no admission of liability, and Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat remain defendants in the case, set to go to trial July 27 in Los Angeles.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chinese tech giant Alibaba filed a federal lawsuit against the US Defense Department for designating it a military-linked firm, contesting the Pentagon's decision to include it in a list of companies with ties to the Chinese military. Alibaba says the determination is "arbitrary and capricious" and has no basis in fact or law.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
YouTube reached a confidential settlement with a 15-year-old who accused the platform and other social media networks of harming his mental health, averting an unprecedented trial. The agreement includes no admission of liability; plaintiff's attorneys say YouTube's decision to settle "speaks for itself," while Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat remain defendants in a similar case scheduled for trial on July 27 in Los Angeles.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's real estate sector is shifting toward satellite towns and infrastructure-driven developments as urbanization and a middle-class growth fuel demand. Nairobi faces an accumulated housing deficit of over 2 million units, with formal supply of roughly 50,000 units annually against estimated demand of 200,000 units.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Business owners in Uasin Gishu County, led by BAHLITA, have opposed sections of the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill before the National Assembly's health committee, raising concerns about lack of inclusive public participation and warning that the proposed legislation could have devastating economic consequences for small businesses.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ride-hailing services provider Little Cab has integrated its corporate invoicing platform with Kenya Revenue Authority's Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS), enabling automatic generation of tax-compliant invoices for corporate clients and simplifying expense reconciliation.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's real estate sector is emerging as a cornerstone of economic growth, driven by rapid urbanization and a middle-class expansion. Urban areas face a persistent housing deficit, with annual demand estimated at 200,000 units against formal supply of roughly 50,000 units, while Kenya faces an accumulated housing deficit of over 2 million units with Nairobi absorbing nearly three-quarters of that gap.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Equity Group Holdings shareholders approved a Ksh.21.7 billion dividend payout (Ksh.5.75 per share) for the year ended December 31, 2025, a 35.5% increase from the prior year, and approved expansion into insurance markets in Kenya and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Teachers Service Commission attributed increased PAYE deductions in June 2026 to correcting an anomaly where teachers had benefited from duplicate tax relief on National Social Security Fund contributions during a payroll system reconfiguration to implement new tax exemptions for housing and health levies.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
East African Breweries Limited has written to Chief Justice Martha Koome seeking intervention over multiple court cases challenging the proposed sale of the brewer to Japan's Asahi Group, saying the parallel proceedings risk conflicting court orders and could delay the transaction valued at about Ksh.340 billion.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
GenAfrica Asset Managers celebrated three decades in business during its 9th Annual Investment Conference in Diani, having grown from managing a single offshore fund worth USD 100 million to overseeing assets exceeding USD 6 billion across pension and non-pension portfolios. The company currently serves more than 110 clients across the region.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ride-hailing services provider Little Cab has integrated its corporate invoicing platform with Kenya Revenue Authority's Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (eTIMS), enabling automatic generation of tax-compliant invoices for corporate clients and streamlining billing and expense management while aligning with Kenya's digital tax compliance requirements.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At a forum in Nairobi, African policymakers and experts called for transforming forests, trees, and agroforestry into high-value industries through value addition and manufacturing, rather than exporting raw commodities, to create jobs and strengthen climate resilience across the continent.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
A lobby group has petitioned the High Court in Kwale County to suspend implementation of a proposed Kenya-United States agreement to exploit rare earth minerals at Mrima Hill, arguing the process lacked transparency and public participation. The deal is estimated to be worth Ksh.9.7 trillion.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Centre for Litigation Trust has filed a petition in Kwale High Court seeking to suspend a proposed Kenya-US agreement to exploit rare earth minerals at Mrima Hill, estimated to be worth Ksh.9.7 trillion, arguing that the process has excluded Parliament, county government, and local communities.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tea farmers are set to earn more from purple tea produce after the launch of premium Kenyan tea brands in Paris, with four Kenyan orthodox tea brands securing shelf space in French retail outlets. The move leverages value addition and aims to position Kenyan tea as a premium branded product in Europe, following an agreement signed in May between Gatanga Industries, Palais des Thés, and Equity Group.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Five Kenyan agricultural leaders—Paloma Fernandes, Jane Maigua, Zipporah Gitonga, Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg, and Sheila Komen-Keino—have been nominated for the Food and Agriculture Organisation's 100 Women Heroines of 2026, a global initiative recognising women transforming agriculture and food security. The nominations recognise leaders in agribusiness, research, value addition and climate-resilient farming, announced under the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
A sharp decline in macadamia quality linked to premature harvesting, weak pest control, and poor post-harvest handling has left more than 200,000 smallholder farmers across Murang'a, Kirinyaga, Embu and Meru unable to sell large volumes of produce. An informal brokerage system dominates the market, forcing farmers to harvest early for immediate income, which further compromises quality and risks Kenya's standing in the global macadamia market.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Britam paid Sh97.3 million in 2025 to support 402,681 farmers and pastoralists across East Africa recovering from climate-related shocks, with crop insurance claims reaching Sh80.4 million and livestock insurance claims at Sh16.9 million. The group's crop insurance coverage grew 83% year-on-year, covering 294,799 farmers in 2025 compared to 161,521 in 2024.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
East African nations have inaugurated the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Soil Health and Fertiliser Hub in Nairobi to coordinate regional efforts in improving soil health, increasing fertiliser access, and strengthening agricultural productivity amid land degradation and food insecurity. The launch follows the Africa Fertiliser and Soil Health Summit in May 2024, where African Heads of State endorsed the Nairobi Declaration committing countries to restoring degraded soils and increasing fertiliser production.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court in Malindi has for the first time visited crime scenes and houses of alleged perpetrators linked to the massacre of more than 500 people in Shakahola Forest, Kilifi County.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
University leaders convening at Lancaster University say African institutions must shift governance systems from compliance-focused oversight to strategic stewardship to address artificial intelligence disruption, tightening budgets, rising accountability demands, and intensifying student competition. Governing councils need strengthened capacity in technology, finance, risk management and legal oversight, and should explore income diversification through research commercialisation, industry partnerships and endowment building.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Widows called for urgent legal reforms to protect inheritance and property rights during International Day of Widows commemorations in Nairobi, while seeking stronger government support to address discrimination and economic hardship. Hope International President Beatrice Musindai urged lawmakers to amend existing laws to safeguard widows' interests, particularly on inheritance and property ownership.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
A wave of social media-driven panic in Mombasa has prompted residents to flee and mobs to attack innocent people over unsubstantiated claims of male organ theft, but security officials and health experts have found no evidence to support the allegations, with investigations showing no body parts were lost.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Health stakeholders say communities are essential for surveillance and response to pandemic outbreaks in Kenya. Citing Ebola outbreaks in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, they argue that failure to involve communities leads to disease spread, deaths, and strain on healthcare systems.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Sidian Bank has committed Sh2 million to support Run 4 Seniors, a charity event scheduled for 18 July 2026 at Karura Forest, organised by Mama Ibado Charity to improve welfare and dignity of older persons through healthcare, nutrition and social welfare programmes.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Computer and Cybercrime Coordination Committee released findings showing Nairobi as Kenya's worst cybercrime hotspot, with the capital recording the highest number of digital offences including payment fraud, unauthorised access, identity theft, and online harassment. Banks and mobile network operators are urged to strengthen their defences.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Boda boda sector leaders pledged to maintain transport services during Thursday's Gen Z anniversary protests and warned politicians against deploying riders to cause chaos and disrupt businesses. At least 16 people were killed and over 400 injured during last year's first anniversary protests.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The University Academic Staff Union held elections in Nakuru, re-electing Dr Constantine Wasonga as Secretary-General for a third term and Dr Grace Nyongesa as National Chairperson. Secretary-General Wasonga cautioned external actors against meddling in union affairs, claiming that external forces had attempted to influence the elections and that substantial sums of money had been used to persuade members, though he noted that lecturers exercised their democratic choice.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Two years after the June 2024 Gen Z Anti-Finance Bill protests in which at least 62 young people died, families of the deceased are still seeking justice and struggling to heal. In Kakamega County, the parents of Caroline Shiramba, a 35-year-old killed during the unrest while selling fruits, say the wound remains unhealed and the events of June 25, 2024, are permanently etched in their memory.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Parents are expressing concern that learners sent home early on mid-term break may participate in planned anti-government protests, even as schools justify early releases as a safety measure. The anxiety comes amid precautionary early breaks ahead of commemorations for the June 25, 2024, youth-led protests.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Senior school principals meeting in Mombasa have proposed raising national school fees from Sh53,000 to Sh88,000 annually, citing soaring food prices, delayed government capitation, and rising operational costs. KESSHA chairman Willie Mwangi said the government has not remitted Sh22 billion in capitation and that schools are struggling to feed students adequately.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The British High Commission has issued a travel alert ahead of June 25 commemoration demos for youths killed during the 2024 Gen Z protests, warning that Kenya has witnessed protests that cause traffic disruptions and injuries. Families of the deceased, alongside political leaders, notified police of plans for a nationwide march and called for June 25 to be declared a national holiday.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Health specialists warn that excess weight can trigger multiple medical problems extending beyond appearance, including effects on blood sugar, blood pressure, kidney function and blood circulation. Specialist clinics held in Dar es Salaam discussed conditions linked to obesity, diabetes, vascular disease and kidney complications, with doctors increasingly seeing patients whose weight is intertwined with diabetes, sleep disorders, high blood pressure, joint pain and reduced mobility.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Parliament has approved the Kenyan Sign Language Bill, 2023, legislation co-sponsored by Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo-Mabona and Nominated MP Umulkheir Harun that seeks to strengthen recognition and use of Kenyan Sign Language across public institutions, schools, courts, media and telecommunications. The law establishes the Kenya Sign Language Council to oversee development, promotion and regulation of the language, and addresses longstanding gaps in access to education, justice, healthcare and government services for deaf and hard of hearing Kenyans.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
A Panel of Experts is calling for individuals whose rights were violated during demonstrations to lodge complaints for compensation. The panel has announced compensation for over 348 victims and says claims can be considered even with missing documentation if sufficient evidence, including witness testimony, establishes that harm occurred.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
M.P. Shah Hospital has been temporarily suspended from offering services under government-funded health insurance schemes following billing complaints, effective June 23, 2026. The hospital said it will cooperate with the Social Health Authority's investigation.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya experienced over three billion cyber-attack attempts targeting government systems, digital infrastructure and cloud-based services in three months, according to a National Computer and Cybercrime Coordination Committee report. The report warns that cybercriminals are exploiting vulnerabilities in various systems, with rising offences linked to digital payments, identity theft, computer fraud, cyber harassment and unauthorized access.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Toxicologists are calling for a national dialogue on the safety of water and food being consumed across the country, prompted by concerns about fish safety from Lake Nakuru. Independent institutional assessments have continued to raise alarms even as public attention has focused on political interests and harassment of young fishermen.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has urged education leaders to strengthen support systems for learners and build safer school environments, emphasizing collaborative leadership between teachers, parents and stakeholders, and noting that mental health interventions should be preventive rather than reactive.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will commemorate the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Friday with a national event in Mombasa, focusing on adaptive and community-based approaches to address shifting substance abuse patterns, including synthetic drugs. The event will highlight Kenya's evolving drug control strategies, public awareness campaigns, and evidence-based rehabilitation programmes, including expanded free services for women at the Miritini Rehabilitation Centre.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The United States-based Alpha Queen Collective is expanding education and mentorship programs across Kenyan schools, focusing on girls from vulnerable communities. The organisation provides sanitary products, educational sponsorships, and computer equipment to improve access to education and digital learning.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
A Tanzanian truck driver and a Kenyan national have been charged with trafficking cannabis worth more than Ksh 10 million following a bust in Kilifi County on June 19. Anti-narcotics detectives intercepted a truck carrying 333.35 kilograms of cannabis in the Mariakani area, and the two accused appeared before Mombasa Resident Magistrate and denied the charges.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Teachers Service Commission has attributed increased PAYE deductions in June 2026 to a correction of an anomaly in the payroll system where teachers had been benefiting from duplicate tax relief on NSSF contributions. The anomaly arose during reconfiguration of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Database system to implement tax exemptions for Affordable Housing Levy and Social Health Insurance Fund contributions under the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Tanzanian truck driver and a Kenyan national have been charged with trafficking cannabis worth more than Ksh 10 million. The suspects were arrested after anti-narcotics detectives intercepted a truck in Kilifi County and recovered 333.35 kilograms of the drug.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Eight of nine minors accused in the May 26 dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls High School in Gilgil that killed 16 students will be charged with 16 counts of murder at the High Court in Nairobi on Friday. The ninth suspect was released to her parents after the State withdrew charges due to insufficient evidence.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Social Health Authority has temporarily suspended MP Shah Hospital from its panel of contracted healthcare providers pending the conclusion of ongoing investigations. The suspension, effective June 23, 2026, affects critical services under multiple funds, though current patients may continue receiving care until discharge.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Eight of nine minors accused in the May 26 fire at Utumishi Girls High School in Gilgil will face 16 counts of murder at the High Court in Nairobi on Friday, June 26; one suspect was freed after the DCI withdrew charges citing insufficient evidence. The fire killed 16 students.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Social Health Authority has temporarily suspended MP Shah Hospital from its panel of contracted healthcare providers pending the conclusion of ongoing investigations, effective June 23, 2026. Patients already admitted will complete their care, but new admissions have been redirected to other SHA-contracted providers.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A National Computer and CyberCrime Coordination Committee (NC4) report presented to the Ministry of Interior revealed that Kenya suffered close to 3 billion cyberattacks over three months, with rising offences linked to digital payments, unauthorized access, identity theft, and interference with computer systems. Different sector vulnerabilities, cloud services, and government institutions were identified as primary targets.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Computer and CyberCrime Coordination Committee has revealed that Kenya suffered close to 3 billion cyber-attacks in the last 3 months, with growing trends in digital payment offences, unauthorized access, identity theft and computer system interference. The report points to sector vulnerabilities, cloud services and government institutions as primary targets, with Nairobi leading in digital crime incidents.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Social media is increasingly becoming a source of income and career growth for Kenyan students, with young creators building audiences and partnering with brands while still in school. A fashion and beauty creator described how content creation has enabled her to earn through brand partnerships and social media management while opening doors to networking.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Tanzanian truck driver and a Kenyan national were charged with trafficking 333.35 kilograms of cannabis valued at Ksh10,000,500 in Mariakani, Kilifi County, following an anti-narcotics interception on June 19, 2026. The two men denied charges of trafficking narcotic drugs contrary to the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Matatu Owners Association has assured normal matatu operations during the anniversary of the June 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests. MOA Chairperson Albert Karakacha expressed solidarity with families affected by the protests and called for justice, accountability, and respect for the rule of law.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sixty-seven former street children and substance users in Uasin Gishu County have completed rehabilitation and moved into skills development programmes. The reintegration effort highlights ongoing challenges including poverty, family breakdown, substance abuse, and lack of economic opportunities that push children onto the streets.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sixty-seven former street children and recovering substance users in Uasin Gishu County have completed rehabilitation and transitioned into skills development programmes. Officials note that many rescued from the streets struggle with alcohol and drug addiction requiring treatment, while advocates say rehabilitation alone is insufficient to address the ongoing crisis of children living on streets amid poverty, family breakdown, and lack of economic opportunities.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Emurua Dikirr MP Nelson Koech has constructed a house for the family of Amos Kipngetich, one of six victims of a February helicopter crash that killed former area MP Johana Ngeno. The house was handed over during a prayer and dedication ceremony in Soget.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has urged education leaders to strengthen support systems for learners and build safer school environments, emphasising collaborative leadership between teachers, parents and stakeholders and the need for preventive mental health interventions.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will commemorate the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on June 26, 2026, at the NACADA Miritini Treatment and Rehabilitation Centre in Mombasa, with a focus on innovative responses to evolving substance abuse trends. The event will bring together government officials, CBOs, youth, and recovery individuals for addresses on national drug control policy and public sensitization on emerging synthetic substances.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will commemorate the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on June 26, 2026, in Mombasa under the theme "World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses," with high-profile officials, community organizations, and youth representatives attending to address evolving substance abuse trends.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Naivasha court ordered the release of a ninth suspect in the deadly Utumishi Girls Academy fire after investigators found no evidence linking her to the tragedy, while eight other students remain in custody awaiting plea-taking on murder charges related to the May 28 fire that killed sixteen students.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
A Naivasha court has allowed the continued detention of eight students linked to a fire at Utumishi Girls Academy that killed sixteen students, with murder charges to be presented on June 26. The court released one suspect after investigators determined she was not criminally responsible.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Stakeholders in Meru County have launched efforts to promote and preserve the Meru language (Kimeru), which is declining as the younger generation adopts foreign languages. The Kimeru Institute, founded by former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi, plans to roll out an online curriculum to promote the language and culture for future generations.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Veteran Kenyan musician Nameless has sold out his 'Nameless@25' concert scheduled for August 15, 2026, at Carnivore Grounds in Nairobi, nearly two months before the event. The anniversary concert will feature elaborate stage production, collaborations with other artists, and special guest performances celebrating his 25 years in the music industry.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi has raised alarm over bootleg versions of her novel 'The Polygamist' being sold in Nairobi following increased demand after a Netflix adaptation premiered. She urged followers not to buy pirated copies sold on Ronald Ngala Street and said she is working to make legitimate copies available through a distributor in Kenya.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi has warned against bootleg copies of her novel 'The Polygamist' being sold in Nairobi following increased demand after the Netflix adaptation's premiere. She is working to make legitimate copies available through a distributor in Kenya.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Veteran Kenyan musician Nameless has sold out his 'Nameless@25' concert scheduled for August 15, 2026, at Carnivore Grounds in Nairobi, nearly two months before the event. The sold-out show marks a major milestone as he celebrates 25 years in the music industry.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England were held to a 0-0 draw by Ghana in a World Cup match, leaving them with work to do as they bid to progress as Group L winners. Despite dominating possession with 19 shots to Ghana's two, England failed to score, with late attempts from Nico O'Reilly and Harry Kane hitting the woodwork.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams and the return of third-place sides to the knockout stage has created situations where teams could benefit from drawing their final group matches, echoing concerns from the 1982 "disgrace of Gijon" when West Germany and Austria colluded against Algeria.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Panama were knocked out of World Cup contention after Croatia defeated them 1-0, with Ante Budimir scoring in the 54th minute. Panama's coach Thomas Christiansen said his team was unable to convert chances, though he expressed pride in their performance against the higher-ranked side.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 in Guadalajara on Tuesday, with a 76th-minute goal from Daniel Munoz securing their place in the World Cup knockout rounds and moving them top of Group K with six points.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Catherine Kinyanjui shot 44 stableford points to win the third leg of the 2026 Duracoat Golf Masters at Sigona Golf Course, with 246 golfers competing despite cold weather. Men's winner Ian Karenju posted 43 stableford points.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Veteran pro Dismas Indiza extended his lead in the Professional Golfers of Kenya PGK Equator Tour at Limuru Country Club, sitting five shots clear heading into the final round despite fog halting play for an hour. Samuel Chege and John Lejirma trailed in second place at 2-under par.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Brazil will seek to qualify for the last 32 of the World Cup against Scotland as the tournament shifts to six games a day. Carlo Ancelotti's side expect to progress, though Scotland aims to qualify for the knockout rounds for the first time in their history.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
England drew 0-0 with Ghana at the World Cup on Tuesday despite dominating possession with 79 per cent, according to coach Thomas Tuchel, who said his team lacked a cutting edge but remained on course in their quest to win the tournament.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Brazil's goalkeeper Alisson Becker will wear a green kit instead of a red one FIFA originally approved for the team's final Group C World Cup match against Scotland. The change reflects Brazil's political tensions, with yellow and green co-opted by far-right conservatives and red associated with left-wing president Lula's reelection campaign.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot standings with five goals from two games, followed by Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland with four goals each. This is only the second time in World Cup history that three players have scored four or more times after two matches, the first since 1954.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi broke Miroslav Klose's record with his 17th and 18th World Cup goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria, advancing to the last 32. France defeated Iraq 3-0 and Norway beat Senegal 3-2 to also advance to the knockout rounds.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
France coach Didier Deschamps will miss his team's final World Cup Group I match against Norway on Friday after learning of his mother's death and returning to France for the funeral. Assistant Guy Stephan will take charge of the squad in his absence.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee announced it will choose the host of the 2036 summer Olympic Games in mid-2029, with the decision to be made under a new three-step selection process beginning in March 2027 that aims to give potential hosts greater clarity and advance notice.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The race for the World Cup Golden Boot has become a major talking point at the 2026 tournament, with Lionel Messi breaking the overall career record of 18 goals across six World Cups. Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are chasing with four goals each, while the single-tournament record of 13 goals set by Just Fontaine in 1958 appears vulnerable.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Harambee Stars coach Twahir Muhiddin predicts the Kenyan Premier League will face stiffer competition when the new season kicks off in August, driven by players seeking to impress national team selectors ahead of AFCON 2027, which Kenya will host.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee announced it will choose the host of the 2036 summer Olympic Games in mid-2029, with 2028 Los Angeles and 2032 Brisbane already scheduled. The IOC will employ a new three-step selection system beginning in March 2027 to give potential hosts greater clarity and a clear timeline for government support.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has announced national qualifiers for the Global Esports Games 2026 in Los Angeles, taking place on July 18, 2026, with 26 slots available across seven titles including eFootball, Rocket League, NBA2K, Clash Royale, MLBB, iRacing and Counter Strike 2. Winners will represent Kenya at the global competition scheduled for December 3–10, 2026.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The iconic Driftwood 7s, East Africa's longest-running rugby sevens event, will return to Mombasa Sports Club for the fourth leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Last season's tournament sold out completely, combining top-level rugby with coastal culture, music, and entertainment.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee announced a new grant programme providing $10,000 to every athlete competing in the Games, with a total fund of $140 million per four-year Olympic cycle. All Olympians are eligible regardless of nationality or finish position.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Trailblazers Elite Foundation is implementing school-based volleyball programs in eight schools across Nairobi to identify and develop young talent, arguing that introducing children to the sport early is key to strengthening Kenya's volleyball future. The initiative was highlighted during an international clinic at Pharo School where local coaches worked with visitors from the American Volleyball Coaches Association and the charity Let's Keep the Ball Flying.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Following national trials, Team Kenya has entered camp to prepare for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games (July 23–August 2), with a focus on unified tactical strategy and team-first philosophy rather than individual achievement. Timothy Cheruiyot and other returning athletes emphasize coordinated race mechanics among training partners to secure medals for Kenya.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Newly promoted Lady Titans lost to Stanbic Aces 37-60 and Strathmore Swords 47-61 at Nyayo Gymnasium in Nairobi, but head coach Moses Mosebe says the team is making steady progress and expressed confidence in their direction moving forward.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A climate analysis by Football for Future and Jupiter Intelligence warns that extreme weather is already disrupting grassroots football facilities in Mathare and could worsen significantly in coming decades, with projections including up to 68 per cent increase in major storm rainfall by 2100, doubled heat stress by 2040, and 345 per cent increase in water stress.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A climate analysis by Football for Future and Jupiter Intelligence warns that extreme weather is already disrupting community football pitches in Mathare and could worsen significantly. The study projects that extreme rainfall could increase by 68 per cent by 2100, heat stress could double by 2040, and water stress could rise by 345 per cent.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will host the African leg of the World Rafting World Cup Series from July 5–12, 2026, in Sagana, with 32 countries participating and 19 competing. The Kenya Rafting Federation has imported 57 rafts and selected 50 rafters to represent the country, with extensive preparations underway to meet international standards.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco goalkeeper Munir El Kajoui said captain Achraf Hakimi has the support of his teammates despite facing trial in France on rape charges related to allegations he raped a 24-year-old woman in 2023, which he denies.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Trailblazers Elite Foundation is running school-based volleyball programs in eight Nairobi schools to identify and develop young talent early, with international coaches from the American Volleyball Coaches Association and Let's Keep the Ball Flying observing the initiative at a clinic on June 23.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will host the African leg of the World Rafting Federation's World Cup Series from July 5–12, 2026, in Sagana, with 32 countries participating and 19 competing. The Kenya Rafting Federation has imported 57 rafts and selected 50 rafters to represent the country.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Aquatics received a clean audit opinion for November 2023 to December 2024, with auditors confirming proper accounting of KSh 47.14 million in funds received and spent. The report notes that court cases and governance disputes continued to affect the federation's operations and administrative structures.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Aquatics has received a clean audit opinion for November 2023 to December 2024, with auditors confirming proper accounting of KSh 47.14 million in funds received and spent. Despite the clean opinion, the report highlights ongoing governance and legal challenges affecting the federation's operations.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England drew 0-0 with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, with Jude Bellingham attributing the result to "second game fever"—a pattern where England wins their opening match before drawing their second game in major tournaments.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England was held to a goalless draw by Ghana in their second World Cup group match on Tuesday in Foxborough, with Jude Bellingham attributing the result to "second game fever" — a recurring pattern where England wins their opening match before drawing the second in major tournaments.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The race for the World Cup Golden Boot has become a major talking point at the 2026 tournament, with Lionel Messi setting an overall record of 18 goals across six World Cups after scoring five in two games in the United States. Mbappe and Haaland are pursuing Messi with four goals each, while the single-tournament record of 13 goals set by Just Fontaine in 1958 appears vulnerable.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mikel Oyarzabal said a minor knee injury will not affect his World Cup after scoring twice in Spain's 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia. The Real Sociedad forward also set up Lamine Yamal's opening goal as Spain rebounded from a 0-0 draw with Cape Verde.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice in Spain's 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia despite a minor knee injury, saying he is fit to continue playing in the tournament. Coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed Oyarzabal had been struggling with the knee problem but was ready to start.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 on June 23 to reach the World Cup knockout rounds, with defender Daniel Muñoz scoring in the 76th minute. Colombia topped Group K with six points, two ahead of Portugal heading into the final group game.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Colombia defeated DR Congo 1-0 on Tuesday to secure qualification for the World Cup knockout rounds, with Daniel Muñoz scoring in the 76th minute. The victory placed Colombia atop Group K with six points, two ahead of Portugal with one group-stage match remaining.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Harambee Stars head coach Twahir Muhiddin predicts the Kenyan Premier League will face stiffer competition when the new season starts in August, driven by players seeking selection for AFCON 2027, which Kenya will host alongside Tanzania and Uganda.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
French national football team coach Didier Deschamps will miss his team's final World Cup Group I match against Norway on Friday after his mother died. Assistant Guy Stephan will take charge of the squad in his absence.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has announced national qualifiers for the Global Esports Games 2026 in Los Angeles, with 26 slots available across seven titles. The qualifiers will be held July 18, 2026, with registration opening July 23 and closing July 15, 2026, for players aged 16 and above.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Driftwood 7s, one of East Africa's longest-running rugby sevens tournaments, will take place at Mombasa Sports Club on August 22–23 as the fourth leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit. Last year's edition sold out, drawing crowds for rugby action alongside entertainment featuring music and performances.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee has announced a new grant programme providing $10,000 (approximately Ksh1.3 million) to every athlete competing in the Olympic Games, with a total fund of $140 million per four-year Olympic cycle.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Trailblazers Elite Foundation is using school-based volleyball programs in eight schools across Nairobi to identify and nurture young talent, arguing that introducing children to the sport early is key to strengthening Kenya's future in volleyball. The initiative was highlighted during an international volleyball clinic at Pharo School featuring coaches from the American Volleyball Coaches Association and the charity 'Let's Keep the Ball Flying.'
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Team Kenya has completed national trials and is preparing for the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games (July 23–August 2), focusing on coordinated team strategy and unified tactics to secure a dominant medal haul. The delegation prioritises collective success over individual ambitions, with returning athletes like 1,500m specialist Timothy Cheruiyot emphasising coordinated race mechanics among training partners.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Debutants Lady Titans suffered back-to-back defeats at the Nyayo Gymnasium in Nairobi, losing 37-60 to Stanbic Aces and 47-61 to Strathmore Swords. Head coach Moses Mosebe expressed confidence in the team's progress and preparation for upcoming games.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Power lines are a major threat to Kenya's raptors, which have played a critical role for centuries in maintaining healthy ecosystems by acting as hunters, scavengers, and natural regulators of wildlife populations.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Oguttu Mboya of Meru Environment and Land Court issued interim orders stopping the government's plans to excise and develop parts of Imenti Forest for construction of a State Lodge, airstrip, golf course and related facilities, pending further court directions.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Ewaso Nyiro River, which sustains over 3.6 million people across Northern Kenya's drylands, is under strain as drought cycles intensify from every 8–10 years to every 3–5 years, river flows have declined by about 40 per cent over four decades, and floods have become more frequent and destructive.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Niger has officially submitted its request to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, with the withdrawal taking effect one year after notification on June 18, 2026. The junta-ruled country, alongside Mali and Burkina Faso, announced the move in September, characterizing the ICC as an "instrument of neo-colonial repression in the hands of imperialism."
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem demanded a scheduled withdrawal of Israeli troops from south Lebanon as Israeli gunfire killed two people despite a recent lull in fighting. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun rejected Israel's occupation of the south and foreign interference in his country's affairs as a fifth round of Israel-Lebanon talks began in Washington.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The UK braced for a record-breaking heatwave with hundreds of schools closing early and train services slashed, as the meteorological office issued an extremely rare red heat warning for Wednesday and Thursday with temperatures forecast to reach 40C, unprecedented for the time of year.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
NATO chief Mark Rutte said 500 US planes took off from Italian bases during the Iran war (Operation Epic Fury), with 4,000 to 5,000 sorties from European bases overall. Italy's defence ministry disputed this, saying it had authorised only "technical and logistical" flights under existing agreements, not combat operations.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Ugandan court denied bail to Erias Lukwago, a politician and lawyer, who was charged with failing to report a treason-related plot hatched in neighbouring Kenya between 2021-2024. Lukwago, who represents opposition leader Kizza Besigye, faces up to life imprisonment if convicted and denies the charges.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South African police are investigating the killing of a foreign national in Pietermaritzburg, where hundreds of Malawians gathered for repatriation amid escalating xenophobic violence. At least two foreign nationals have died in weeks of sometimes violent protests against undocumented migrants.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A UN official warned that El-Obeid, a Sudanese city encircled for months by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, faces humanitarian disaster within weeks unless aid access is urgently restored. Aid agencies have suspended missions due to worsening insecurity as fears grow of an imminent RSF offensive.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Niger has officially submitted its withdrawal request from the ICC on 18 June, nine months after announcing its intent alongside Mali and Burkina Faso, citing the court as an "instrument of neo-colonialist repression". The withdrawal takes effect one year after notification, and Niger must honour its obligations to the court until that date.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The United States has provided doses of an experimental antibody drug developed by Mapp Biopharmaceutical to support clinical trials in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak, marking a shift from prior US-only availability. The move comes as health authorities work to contain a rapidly spreading Bundibugyo strain outbreak that has recorded more than 1,000 cases and over 250 deaths.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has recorded more than 1,000 infections and 267 deaths, the highest number of confirmed cases within the first month of any outbreak on record, according to WHO. The rapid spread has been driven by the outbreak's expansion into urban centres including Bunia and Mongbwalu after circulating undetected for months, though some progress has been made in treatment capacity and community engagement.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
At least 172 vessels have crossed the Strait of Hormuz since the US and Iran signed a deal aimed at ending the war, including 42 ships on Saturday alone, according to maritime intelligence firm Kpler. The crossings remain below the pre-conflict average of 138 per day, though more than 200 tankers are waiting inside the strait, with at least 30 tankers departing from the Gulf laden with Iranian oil and petrochemicals since the deal was agreed.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
The US Department of Homeland Security has eased travel restrictions on the Iranian team for the World Cup, permitting them to arrive in Seattle two days before their June 26 match instead of one day before. The team will still be required to leave the day the match ends.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
NATO chief Mark Rutte told Fox News that 500 US planes took off from bases in Italy during the Iran war and that 4,000 to 5,000 sorties flew from European bases. Italy's defence ministry said Rutte's comments gave "a completely misleading message," clarifying that Italy had allowed only "technical and logistical" US flights under existing agreements.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Twin sisters Taiwo and Kehinde Adediran married twin brothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye in a ceremony in Ibadan, southwestern Nigeria, drawing crowds as the union featured two couples sharing identical names.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Moroccan goalkeeper Munir El Kajoui said captain Achraf Hakimi has the support of his teammates despite facing a trial in France on rape charges. A French appeals court confirmed the Paris Saint-Germain star will face trial over allegations he raped a 24-year-old woman in 2023, which he denies.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The US Department of Homeland Security has eased travel restrictions on Iran's team during the World Cup, allowing them to arrive in Seattle two days before their June 26 match instead of one day before, though they must still leave the day the match ends.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France confirmed its first Ebola case on its territory—a doctor who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where a major outbreak is underway. The case marks the first confirmed Ebola infection outside Africa during the current outbreak, which has also affected Uganda.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France has confirmed its first Ebola case identified on its territory—a doctor who returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is the first case of the current outbreak detected outside Africa, which has also affected Uganda.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil's goalkeeper Alisson Becker will wear a green kit rather than red when Brazil faces Scotland in the World Cup on Wednesday, reflecting a deeper political dispute in Brazil where the national team's iconic yellow and green colors have been co-opted by conservatives aligned with far-right former president Jair Bolsonaro, while leftist president Luiz Inacio Lula seeks to reclaim them.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Dawa Sherpa, a 57-year-old Nepali mountaineer, survived three days trapped in an eight-metre-deep crevasse on Everest by eating biscuits, chocolates, and ice, before an avalanche filled the crack with snow and created an escape route. He crawled down the mountain with frostbitten fingers and a fractured leg, reaching near Base Camp a week after he was last seen, while his family back home had begun mourning rituals for him.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chinese tech giant Alibaba filed a federal lawsuit against the US Defense Department over its inclusion in a list of companies the Pentagon says have ties to the Chinese military. Alibaba denies it is a military-linked firm and says the designation is "arbitrary and capricious."
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Twin sisters Taiwo and Kehinde Adediran married twin brothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye in a traditional and church ceremony in Ibadan, Nigeria on June 19, 2026, with both couples sharing identical names.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Dawa Sherpa, 57, was trapped in a crevasse on Everest for three days, surviving on biscuits, chocolates, and ice. An avalanche filled the eight-metre-deep crack with snow, allowing him to escape and crawl down the mountain despite frostbite and a fractured leg.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
India's government has amended rules under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, requiring NGOs receiving foreign funds to specify their activities from an approved list, declare where they will operate, and comply with stricter reporting requirements including detailed website disclosures and expanded annual activity reports.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
India has amended rules for non-governmental organisations receiving foreign funds, requiring them to specify their activities from an approved list, declare where they will operate, and comply with stricter reporting requirements on websites, social media, and annual filings. Since 2014, Modi's government has suspended or barred thousands of non-profit groups from receiving foreign funding, accusing some of using the funds for "anti-national activities".
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The US House of Representatives passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bill aimed at boosting housing supply, easing construction rules and expanding home ownership access amid high rents and mortgage costs. The Senate had approved the measure 85-5 a day earlier, with broad bipartisan support, and President Trump is expected to sign it into law.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The U.S. has provided doses of an experimental antibody drug from Mapp Biopharmaceutical for clinical trials in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak, which has caused over 1,000 cases and more than 250 deaths. The trial data could inform future U.S. regulatory review and potential approval.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The US House of Representatives passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, aiming to boost housing supply, ease construction rules, and expand home ownership access. The measure, which the Senate approved 85-5, addresses high rents, elevated mortgage costs, and home shortages ahead of midterm elections; President Trump is expected to sign it.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in Congo has infected over 1,000 people and killed 267, making it the largest first-month case total of any Ebola outbreak. The WHO attributes the rapid spread to the virus reaching urban centres like Bunia and Mongbwalu early, after circulating undetected for months before being declared on May 15.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South African police are investigating the killing of a foreign national in Pietermaritzburg, where xenophobic protests against undocumented migrants have left at least two foreign nationals dead. A 29-year-old Malawian was attacked and died after a protest on Friday, amid rising tensions over migrant presence in the country.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Sudanese city of El-Obeid, besieged for months by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, is "weeks" away from a humanitarian disaster unless aid is urgently allowed in, according to a UN official. Aid agencies have suspended missions as insecurity worsens, with warnings of conditions matching those seen in the Darfur city of El-Fasher.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The U.S. has provided doses of an experimental antibody drug from Mapp Biopharmaceutical for use in clinical trials and compassionate use to fight an Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo. The Bundibugyo strain has caused more than 1,000 cases in Congo and more than 250 deaths, with a handful of cases also reported in Uganda.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has recorded the largest number of confirmed cases within the first month of any Ebola episode, according to WHO. The outbreak, which has infected over 1,000 people and killed 267 since its official declaration on May 15, spread quickly to urban centres like Bunia and Mongbwalu, which accelerated transmission compared to past outbreaks that typically began in rural areas.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem demanded a scheduled withdrawal of Israeli troops from south Lebanon as Israeli gunfire killed two people there despite a recent lull in fighting. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun rejected Israel's occupation of the south as a fifth round of Israel-Lebanon talks began in Washington.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The UK's meteorological office has issued an extremely rare red heat warning for Wednesday and Thursday as temperatures could soar to 40°C. Hundreds of schools have closed early and train companies have reduced services.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has launched preparations to host the United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2026 in Nairobi from December 14 to 18, marking the first meeting since the forum was granted permanent status by the UN General Assembly. The government expects the event to bring together global leaders, policymakers, technology experts, civil society representatives, and private sector stakeholders to shape the future of internet governance.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has revealed that First Lady Janet Museveni fell seriously ill on March 21, 2026, and is now recovering with medical care and what he attributed to divine intervention. Her prolonged absence from public engagements had sparked speculation across Uganda and the region.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Director of Public Prosecutions has approved extradition proceedings against Brian Kiprop Kiplagat, sought by British authorities over the January 2025 killing of Kenyan banker Maryanne Nduta Kilonzi in London. Kiplagat was arrested on June 10 at the Namanga border post and is expected to appear before the Chief Magistrate's Court at Milimani.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya sits at the intersection of competing interests from Washington, Brussels, Beijing, and Moscow, with its strategic position on Indian Ocean trade routes and as East Africa's largest economy making it a contested prize in a broader geopolitical competition.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that business owners should prepare for financing before need arises, rather than approaching lenders only when cash flow tightens or urgent orders arrive. The article challenges the common misconception that finance is sought reactively.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece examines how entrepreneurs like a Nakuru dairy and pastry business owner use micro-credit to manage demand surges and working capital gaps, but warns of potential downsides to relying on digital credit for restocking.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard Group has responded to a post by President William Ruto that referenced the news organisation, rejecting his characterisation of their journalism as condescending and asserting that the outlet operates according to principles of bold, responsible and accountable reporting even when uncomfortable for those in authority.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's environmental policies—including plastic bag bans, Extended Producer Responsibility regulations, and the Sustainable Waste Management Act—represent a shift toward a circular economy that allows economic growth without exhausting natural systems.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that children's behavioral and developmental challenges stem primarily from adult failure to supervise and guide their access to unsupervised internet and technology, rather than from indiscipline in children themselves. The author contrasts modern unmonitored digital access with past generations' clearer boundaries around childhood and collective parental responsibility.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
On the second anniversary of June 25, 2024—when 65 Kenyans were killed by security forces during protests—The Standard's editorial calls for lawful demonstrations while emphasizing that the right to protest must not infringe on others' right to go about their business peacefully.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Parliament's deliberations on the Finance Bill 2026—designed to raise Sh120 billion toward a Sh4.82 trillion budget—displayed "post-truth populism" rather than coherent reasoning, with legislators making factually incorrect claims about the Bill's content and tax implications while avoiding substantive budget discussions.
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that financial hardship has shifted from being tied to unemployment, low wages, or struggling businesses to becoming a widespread problem affecting people across all income levels, described as "the great equaliser."
24 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that a recent court judgment overturning a 2022 High Court ruling that abortion is not a fundamental right has implications for constitutional rights, healthcare access, and gender equality in Kenya.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece examines a recent court judgment that overturned a 2022 High Court ruling, holding that abortion is not a fundamental right in Kenya. The author argues the decision has implications for constitutional rights, healthcare access, and gender equality, and questions how courts should balance fetal interests with the rights of pregnant persons.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that while the Gen Z-led Occupy Parliament movement successfully forced the government to withdraw the Finance Bill 2024, it failed to consolidate those gains into sustained political influence by rejecting negotiation and leadership structures needed to institutionalize demands.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →