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25 June 2026 · The Standard →
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Politics
Ruto faces online backlash for attacking Standard Media Group
President William Ruto came under intense online backlash after attacking the integrity of The Standard Media Group.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Gen Z anniversary protests spark police, officials' conflicting statements
Plans for Gen Z anniversary protests in Nairobi were marked by conflicting statements from police and the Interior Cabinet Secretary on Wednesday. The Nairobi Regional Police Commander said police had not received formal notification of the planned demonstrations and warned that any gathering without prior notice would be illegal, while traders appealed for peace.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Rights activists arrested ahead of June 25 commemorations
Police in Kitengela, Kajiado County, have arrested activist Bob Njagi, chairman of the Free Kenya Movement, over allegations of planning and inciting demonstrations linked to June 25 commemorations. Several activists have reportedly been targeted by security agencies ahead of the anniversary events.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Counties urged to align Finance Bills with national Finance Act 2026
The National Taxpayers Association is urging Kenya's 47 county governments to go slow on fees and levies as they finalise their Finance Bills, to avoid negating the national gains of the Finance Act 2026. NTA chief executive Patrick Nyangweso said counties should instead enhance own source revenue by investing in production through national government projects, as Kenyans are already operating in a strained fiscal environment.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto attacks Standard Media over coverage, draws backlash
President William Ruto criticized The Standard Media Group on X, describing its headlines as "extortionist propaganda" and alleging a five-day campaign against his administration. Legal scholars, human rights organizations, and the Kenya Union of Journalists condemned the attack as an attempt to undermine media independence.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Youth groups mark anniversary of June 2024 Gen Z protests
Youth movements, civil society organisations and human rights activists are holding commemorative events today marking the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 protests, during which at least 60 people, mostly young protesters, died.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
IEBC warns electoral violence risks disrupting 2027 general election
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has cautioned that surging electoral-related violence could hinder the 2027 general election, while Chief Justice Martha Koome calls for tough penalties on politicians who breach the code of conduct. Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has criticised the IEBC for excluding the united opposition from the electoral process and demanded a fresh audit of the voters register.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kisumu vigil to honour anti-Finance Bill protest deaths
Residents of Kisumu have been invited to a commemoration of those killed in the anti-Finance Bill, 2024 protests, to be led by bereaved families and survivors bearing physical and emotional scars.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Families of 2024 protest victims demand justice, call response insufficient
As Kenya marks the June 2024 anniversary of anti-government protests during which dozens of youths were killed or injured, affected families have spoken out about their search for justice, with the family of Rex Masai, the first casualty who died from police shooting, accusing the government of insensitivity.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police barricade Nairobi CBD ahead of Gen Z anniversary protests
Police have sealed key entry points into Nairobi's Central Business District and mounted barricades across the country ahead of planned Gen Z anniversary protests on June 25, with security forces engaging demonstrators and deploying anti-riot units in multiple towns.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police roadblocks disrupt Nairobi traffic before June 25 commemorations
Heavy police deployment across major highways into Nairobi caused traffic congestion and commuter delays as Gen Z activists and civil society groups prepared to mark the second anniversary of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests, during which dozens of demonstrators were killed or injured.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police barricade Nairobi ahead of Gen Z protest anniversary
Police have barricaded key entry points into Nairobi and towns across Kenya ahead of Gen Z anniversary protests marking two years since the June 2024 anti-finance bill demonstrations that left more than 120 people dead. The heightened security is choking transport and disrupting business, though the Nairobi Regional Police Commander said police had not received official notification from protest organisers.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police roadblocks empty towns on Gen Z protest anniversary
On June 25, Kenya's major towns were largely deserted as police mounted roadblocks and heavy security deployments ahead of planned protests marking the second anniversary of the June 2024 Gen Z demonstrations. The lockdown occurred despite the Interior Cabinet Secretary's assurance that it would be a normal working day.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Masengeli assures calm as police heighten security in Nairobi
Deputy Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli assured Kenyans that the security situation remains calm as the nation marks the second anniversary of the Gen Z protests, saying police had increased surveillance in identified hotspots. Heavy police deployment disrupted transport along major roads into Nairobi, with roadblocks mounted on Waiyaki Way and long-distance buses turned back.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's mass protests history co-opted by political elites
The Standard reports that Kenya's long tradition of mass protests has been hijacked by elites, with the article examining how grassroots movements have been appropriated for political purposes.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Road closures disrupt Nairobi businesses on June 25 anniversary
Police barricaded major roads into Nairobi's CBD on June 25, 2026, paralyzing transport and shuttering businesses across the city and several other towns to mark the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024, protests, despite the Interior Cabinet Secretary's declaration of a normal working day. Long-distance travelers and small business operators faced significant disruptions, with passengers stranded for hours at roadblocks.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police block Nairobi roads, use teargas on Gen Z anniversary demonstrators
Police sealed off Nairobi with roadblocks and teargas on Thursday as Kenyans marked the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024, Gen Z demonstrations that left more than 120 people dead. Officers arrested protesters at multiple locations including Parliament Buildings and Kitengela, restricting movement to the city centre.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police arrest youth as Kitengela braces for protest anniversary
Kitengela remained largely calm on Thursday as police deployed heavily ahead of planned commemorations marking the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 Gen Z protests. Several youths were arrested and many traders kept premises closed over fears of unrest, with business activity notably reduced.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Families of Gen Z protest victims demand police removal
Families of Kenyans killed during June 2024 Gen Z protests demanded the arrest and removal of police officers linked to the deaths on Thursday, after police blocked their march to Parliament where they planned to lay flowers in memory of those killed. They said compensation paid to some victims' families did not replace the need for accountability, though police restricted access to Parliament grounds.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police block families from laying flowers at Parliament
Families of Kenyans killed during June 2024 Gen Z protests failed to reach Parliament on Thursday after police blocked roads and ordered them to disperse. The group, accompanied by activists and leaders from the United Alternative Government, had marched from Serena Hotel intending to lay flowers at Parliament and other sites where protesters were killed.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Court halts removal of Meru Land Executive pending hearing
The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Meru has temporarily halted the removal of Land Executive Joy Karwitha after she sued the county government, Governor Isaac Mutuma, and the county assembly, contesting her sacking as unlawful. Justice Stella Chemtai barred the respondents from removing Karwitha or vetting her proposed replacement, Dorothy Wanja, pending further court directions.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kakamega holds June 25 vigil; tension remains high
Family and residents held a candlelight vigil in Kakamega on the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 Gen Z protests to honour Caroline Shiramba and other victims killed during nationwide demonstrations that left more than 60 people dead. The family renewed calls for justice, saying they had received no satisfactory answers about their daughter's death.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Gen Z marks second anniversary of 2024 Finance Bill protests
Youth-led demonstrations occurred across Kenya on June 25–26, 2026, marking the second anniversary of the June 2024 Gen Z anti-Finance Bill protests that resulted in deaths. Security forces barricaded towns, disrupted transport, dispersed crowds at Parliament, and made arrests; police said they had not received official notification of the planned memorial marches as required by law.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
IG Kanja defends Nairobi roadblocks during June 25 protests
Inspector General Douglas Kanja has defended the barricading of roads across Nairobi, saying the decision was driven by intelligence reports warning of individuals planning to infiltrate the city center and cause chaos during the June 25 commemoration protests.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Ruto draws criticism for X attacks on Standard Group
President William Ruto has faced backlash from the political class, human rights groups, and ordinary Kenyans after posting on X attacking the Standard Group for the second day running, with critics including Jimi Wanjigi describing the remarks as an unconstitutional affront to media freedom and an attempt to undermine media independence ahead of the next General Election.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Second June 25 anniversary protests across Kenya produce contrasting scenes
The second June 25 anniversary protests produced images capturing tension, remembrance, and civic action, with demonstrations, heavy security deployment, and arrests in some areas, while others continued with business as usual. Moments included memorial marches with flowers for those killed in 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests, Governor James Orengo being whisked away on a motorcycle after police dispersed opposition leaders, and heavy police presence at roadblocks and key entry points in Nairobi.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
355 arrested during Thursday anniversary protests across Kenya
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen praised Thursday's demonstrations as largely peaceful with no widespread looting, vandalism, skirmishes, or injuries reported, describing them as evidence of political maturity. However, police arrested 355 people in connection with the protests over various offences including robbery, vandalism, road obstruction, and attempted theft, with Nairobi recording the highest number at 161 arrests.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
IEBC launches month-long voter registration in five constituencies
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has launched an Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration exercise from June 25 to July 25 across Mbeere North, Emurua Dikirr, Malava, Porro Ward in Samburu West, and Endo Ward in Marakwet East constituencies, targeting electoral areas that held by-elections during the nationwide registration period.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Karua demands justice for June 2024 protests victims
People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua joined families of victims, activists and opposition leaders in a memorial procession to Parliament Buildings on the second anniversary of the anti-Finance Bill protests, calling for accountability for those killed during the June 2024 Gen Z protests.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Rights groups condemn security restrictions on June 25 protests
Civil society organisations have accused security agencies of violating constitutional rights through roadblocks, movement restrictions and arrests during June 25 Gen Z memorial protests. The Police Reforms Working Group said the blanket restrictions denied millions of Kenyans access to work and services, and violated High Court rulings protecting freedom of movement, association, and peaceful assembly.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Counties to receive Sh428 billion for 2026/2027 financial year
The National Assembly has approved the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2026, allocating Sh428 billion in equitable share revenue to county governments for the 2026/2027 financial year. The allocation represents an increase of Sh13 billion from the previous year and is expected to strengthen service delivery and development projects across the country.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
EACC directs officials to stop naming projects after politicians
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has directed state and public officers to ensure that no public projects bear the names, images or identities of public officials or their political parties. The columnist argues this directive is overdue, noting that politicians have long branded public infrastructure and programmes with their names and images, from cattle dips to school feeding schemes.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kibera court issues arrest warrant for NEDP official on fraud charges
A Kibera court has issued a warrant of arrest against former National Economic Development Party Executive Director Daniel Mokua Onsomu after he repeatedly failed to appear for trial on charges of obtaining Ksh. 2.05 million by false pretences between September and October 2022.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyans mark second anniversary of June 25, 2024 Gen Z protests
Kenyans plan to hold a second commemoration on Thursday of victims from the June 25, 2024 Gen Z-led protests through nationwide protests and candle lighting ceremonies. The original protests, triggered by a Finance Bill proposing excessive taxes, breached parliament and left nearly 19 people dead, with families still awaiting justice.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gachagua accuses Murkomen of financing criminals and security failures
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen of organising and financing criminals, citing Murkomen's Wednesday press briefing where he disclosed intelligence reports of goons being mobilised to commit crimes. Gachagua challenged Murkomen to explain why, with prior knowledge of criminal activity, he had taken no action to prevent it.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police block major Nairobi roads ahead of June 25 memorial protests
Police have barricaded major roads in Nairobi including Thika Road, Mombasa Road, Waiyaki Way, and Rongai ahead of planned anniversary protests commemorating victims killed in June 25 anti-government protests in 2024 and 2025. Protesters plan to conduct a nationwide candlelighting ceremony to honour those killed.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Youth march in Mombasa to honour 2024 Gen Z protest victims
Young people gathered in Mombasa for a memorial church service to commemorate those who died during the 2024 Gen Z-led demonstrations against the Finance Bill, with participants dressed in black and draped in Kenyan flags. A reverend presiding over the service urged authorities to respect constitutional rights to peaceful demonstration.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kisumu business normal; Nairobi locked down before Gen Z protests
Kisumu experienced normal business activity and traffic flow on Thursday, with increased police patrols but no major disruption, even as Nairobi saw heavy security deployment, roadblocks, and restricted access to the CBD ahead of Gen Z memorial protests marking the anniversary of June 25, 2024 anti-government demonstrations.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Heavy police presence, barbed wire deployed around Parliament
Security agencies intensified operations around Parliament Buildings with heavy police deployment and barbed wire barricades ahead of planned Gen Z memorial protests marking the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Police roadblocks disrupt transport across Nairobi ahead of Gen Z protests
Police mounted heavy roadblocks and security checkpoints on major roads leading into Nairobi's CBD on Thursday morning, severely disrupting transport operations ahead of planned Gen Z memorial protests marking the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations. Thousands of commuters were stranded, and access for private and public service vehicles was restricted at multiple entry points including GPO, Lang'ata Road, Waiyaki Way, Kangemi, and Ngong Road.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Jubilee Chairman Kemosi released after arrest over Gen Z protest plans
Jubilee Party National Chairman Vincent Kemosi was arrested in Kisii on suspicion of planning demonstrations during Gen Z commemoration protests, but was released after his lawyer secured his freedom. A lawyer criticized the arrest as part of a growing trend of detaining citizens based on suspicion rather than committed actions, arguing it undermines constitutional freedoms ahead of planned Gen Z memorial protests.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Gen Z marks anniversary of anti-government protests with nationwide memorial demonstrations
Kenya is bracing for nationwide Gen Z memorial protests on Thursday to mark the anniversary of last year's anti-government demonstrations that left several people dead and dozens injured. The planned protests, mobilised through social media, are expected in major towns and will focus on demands for accountability, justice for victims, police reforms, youth inclusion in governance, and economic relief.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Embu deploys police, roadblocks ahead of Gen Z protest anniversary
Police deployed officers and erected roadblocks across Embu on Thursday ahead of planned Gen Z anniversary demonstrations commemorating victims of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests. The Embu West Sub-County Police Commander said major entry and exit points were under surveillance to prevent weapons and materials that could cause violence from entering the town.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ruto criticizes Gideon Moi over Standard Group unpaid salaries
President William Ruto has criticized The Standard Group's ownership over allegations that employees have gone months without pay, calling Gideon Moi a "billionaire" who is hiding behind financial difficulties while workers continue to report despite delayed salaries.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Rights commission demands police remove Nairobi road barricades
The Kenya Human Rights Commission has demanded the immediate removal of road barricades across Nairobi, arguing that police have defied a High Court ruling delivered last year that barred police from obstructing public roads without prior notice. The Commission stated that the roadblocks have impeded freedom of movement and curtailed access to healthcare, emergency services, peaceful assembly, and economic activity.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya police deploy heavy force ahead of June 25 protest anniversary
Kenyan police set up roadblocks and a massive security presence on June 25, 2026, to prevent demonstrations marking two years since the June 2024 Gen Z-led anti-Finance Bill uprising that stormed Parliament. The 2024 protests against economic hardship and corruption resulted in at least 127 deaths across two years, according to a police watchdog.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Trump cancels housing bill signing, demands voting restrictions vote
President Trump cancelled a Capitol appearance to sign a bipartisan housing affordability bill, instead demanding Congress pass his SAVE America Act—a voting restrictions package requiring citizenship proof and photo ID—before he would proceed. The move surprised Republicans who had planned to highlight legislative action on economic concerns ahead of midterm elections.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi quiet on second anniversary of June 2024 Gen Z protests
Nairobi's Central Business District was largely deserted on Thursday as Kenya marked the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 Gen Z protests, with shuttered businesses, barricaded roads, and heavy police deployment across the capital despite the government declaring it a normal working day.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Opposition leaders call for police restraint at Gen Z memorial march
Opposition leaders, activists, and families of victims killed during June 2024 anti-government protests urged police restraint during a peaceful memorial march from Serena Hotel to Parliament Buildings in Nairobi on Thursday, intended to honour those who died and renew calls for justice and security agency reforms.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kisumu youth opt for voter registration over protests
Hundreds of young people in Kisumu gathered for voter registration and national identification services on Thursday, marking the first anniversary of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests with focus on democratic participation rather than street demonstrations.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Murkomen dismisses Gachagua criticism as clout-chasing
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has branded former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua a "clout chaser" who seeks to make major national events about himself, accusing him of engaging in ethnic politics and disrespecting public institutions during a press briefing on the security situation following the Gen Z protests anniversary.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
355 arrested during June 25 Gen Z demos anniversary events
At least 355 people were arrested during nationwide demonstrations on June 25 marking the second anniversary of the 2024 anti-government protests. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the suspects face charges including robbery, vandalism, obstruction of roads, and attempted theft, with Nairobi County recording 161 arrests, Kajiado 123, and Kiambu 36.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Speaker summons Housing officials over stalled affordable housing projects
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has directed the Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development and Principal Secretary to appear before Parliament on July 2, 2026, to explain delays in affordable housing projects funded through the Housing Levy. MPs from various regions have raised concerns that several projects have slowed down or stalled despite continued collection of Housing Levy funds.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Orengo criticizes government interference in June 25 anniversary protests
Siaya Governor James Orengo and other opposition leaders including Eugene Wamalwa, Kalonzo Musyoka, and Martha Karua were denied access to Parliament on Thursday as they attempted to lay wreaths commemorating victims of June 25 anti-government protests. Orengo accused the government of interfering with Kenyans' right to lawful assembly and called for June 25 to be recognized as an official national mourning day.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior CS defends undercover officers during Gen Z memorial protests
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen defended the deployment of plain-clothes police officers and DCI operatives during June 25 Gen Z memorial protests, stating that undercover measures are standard policing tactics aimed at protecting officers and maintaining order while enabling security agencies to identify suspects.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Murkomen praises peaceful June 25 anniversary protests nationwide
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has commended the largely peaceful conduct of demonstrations marking the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 Gen Z protests, noting that 355 people were arrested for various offences but authorities reported no widespread looting, vandalism, violence or injuries.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Murkomen reports 355 arrests during Gen Z anniversary demonstrations
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen reported 355 arrests during Thursday's June 25 demonstrations, saying security agencies thwarted criminal infiltration of largely peaceful protests and crediting heightened security and public cooperation for maintaining order. No widespread looting, vandalism, violence or injuries were reported during the commemorations, though Murkomen said the arrest number could rise as investigations continue.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Boniface Mwangi calls for Gen Z protest victim monument
Activist Boniface Mwangi has called on the government to build a permanent monument outside Parliament to honor young Kenyans killed during the Gen Z protests, saying it would serve as a lasting reminder of their sacrifice and the country's struggle for accountability.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Activists demand arrests, memorial for June 2024 protest deaths
Activists commemorating the June 25 Gen Z protests rejected compensation and demanded the arrest and prosecution of police officers implicated in demonstrators' deaths, along with a national memorial and formal government apology. The demands were made outside Parliament as activists, families of victims, and youth groups laid flowers for those killed during the 2024 anti-government protests.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Police deploy sonic cannons to disperse Nairobi protesters
Police used acoustic devices mounted on an armoured vehicle to order demonstrators out of Nairobi's CBD during June 25 anniversary protests, after a dispute over when the demonstration could end; protesters argued the Public Order Act permits demonstrations until 6pm, while police cited a 1pm conclusion time from protest notifications.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Police chief defends CBD barricades as intelligence-led precaution
Inspector General Douglas Kanja defended extensive barricades and road closures around Nairobi's CBD on June 25, saying the security measures were based on intelligence reports warning of possible infiltration attempts during the anti-Finance Bill protest anniversary. Kanja maintained the operation was necessary to safeguard lives and property while allowing peaceful demonstrations, though critics including human rights groups argued the heavy deployment inconvenienced commuters and businesses.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Ruto escalates dispute with Standard, cites salary arrears
President William Ruto intensified his confrontation with the Standard Group by accusing KANU Chairman Gideon Moi of exploiting unpaid workers, after the publisher defended its journalism and challenged the President's allegations of "extortionist propaganda."
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
MP Caroli Omondi suspended five days for unparliamentary language
Suba South MP Caroli Omondi was suspended from the National Assembly for five sitting days after using unparliamentary language during debate on the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, allegedly telling the Temporary Speaker to "stop being stupid" following a disagreement over speaking time and quorum.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisumu residents choose voter registration over protest marches
As Kenyans marked a human rights memorial with street protests, Kisumu residents participated in a mass voter registration drive at Kondele roundabout, where close to 8,000 identification cards were availed for collection. Residents described the exercise as an alternative form of civic expression and engagement with government.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
High Court clears public debt case for full hearing
A High Court has rejected attempts by the Attorney General and other respondents to dismiss Senator Okiya Omtatah's public debt petition, allowing it to proceed to a full hearing on its merits. The court upheld the International Monetary Fund's claim of diplomatic immunity and struck it out of the petition.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Murkomen says June 25 protests failed to gain traction
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen described the June 25 Gen Z anniversary demonstrations as a "complete failure of political scavengers," arguing that attempts by politicians to exploit the commemorations into a nationwide anti-government mobilisation failed. He said Kenyans chose to commemorate victims of the 2024 protests peacefully and rejected political rhetoric.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
355 arrests during June 25 protest anniversary, mostly in Nairobi
Police detained 355 people during Thursday's nationwide commemoration of the June 25, 2024 Gen Z protests, with the bulk of arrests concentrated in Nairobi (161), Kajiado (123), and Kiambu (36), while Nyanza, Coast, and North Eastern regions reported no arrests. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the commemorations were largely peaceful, with no widespread incidents of looting, vandalism, violent clashes, or protest-related injuries reported nationwide.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Murkomen dismisses Gachagua's safety claims as attention-seeking
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of making unsubstantiated claims about threats to his life and alleged police units targeting him, dismissing the allegations as attention-seeking tactics and defending Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat against Gachagua's accusations.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's 47 counties receive new safety and environmental standards framework
The State Department for Devolution has rolled out an Environmental, Social, Health and Safety Risks and Impact Management Framework to all 47 counties through the World Bank-funded Second Kenya Devolution Support Program, aiming to standardize how counties implement development projects and address gaps in environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and worker and community safety.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Business
Maritime stakeholders urge Kenya to expand marine insurance adoption
Industry experts warn that businesses are exposing themselves to significant financial losses by failing to adequately insure cargo through global supply chains, with Kenya importing goods worth more than Sh2.7 trillion annually despite relatively low marine insurance penetration. The Port of Mombasa handles millions of tonnes of cargo annually but movement of goods remains vulnerable to vessel collisions, fires, explosions, piracy, and weather disruptions, with a single incident potentially resulting in losses running into millions.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Murang'a town expands with colleges, security, property investment
Murang'a town's population, now over 50,000, is growing as colleges including Kiharu Technical College and Murang'a University of Technology attract students who rent locally, spurring property development and business growth. Enhanced security and improved policing have enabled the expansion, with the county commissioner crediting these factors alongside institutional presence.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
UN-Habitat: mortgage model unsuitable for low-income Kenya
A UN-Habitat report argues that Kenya's mortgage model is discriminatory in a developing economy, serving mostly high-income earners and leaving out the majority of the population, particularly those in the informal sector, despite government push to expand mortgages past 100,000.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
IMF criticises CBK's flawed inflation forecasting model
The International Monetary Fund has accused the Central Bank of Kenya of relying on a "flawed" economic forecasting model that has systematically misdiagnosed the drivers of inflation, undermining efforts to curb rising living costs.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Green home features boost developer returns, cut homeowner costs
Sustainable home features, long treated as peripheral by builders, can increase developer profits while reducing operating expenses for homeowners through lower utility costs and long-term savings.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Africa loses billions exporting raw commodities instead of finished products
Africa is losing billions of dollars in potential income by exporting raw tree-based commodities like cocoa, coffee, timber, and cashew while importing finished products, a practice experts say prevents the continent from fully benefiting from its natural resources and slows local industry growth. The issue was discussed by policymakers, scientists, investors and development leaders in Nairobi, where they focused on transforming forests and agroforestry resources into higher-value products, industries and jobs.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
High Court strikes IMF from Kenya debt case, grants immunity
Kenya's High Court has removed the International Monetary Fund from a petition challenging the legality of Kenya's Sh7 trillion public debt, ruling that the IMF is protected by international treaties and Kenyan law from legal proceedings in Kenyan courts.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Government signs Ksh.154 billion JKIA modernisation contract with CRBC
Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir announced a Ksh.154 billion contract award to China Road and Bridge Corporation for modernisation of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The article questions why information surrounding the tender moved through whispers and speculation rather than official government communication, despite its significance as a major infrastructure investment financed by Kenyan taxpayers.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
OpenAI unveils custom AI chip Jalapeno for faster inference
OpenAI has unveiled Jalapeno, a custom-designed semiconductor chip co-developed with Broadcom to run ChatGPT and AI products faster and more cheaply. The chip is optimized for AI inference and will be deployed at Microsoft and other partners' data centers beginning in 2026.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
OpenAI unveils custom AI chip Jalapeno for faster inference
OpenAI has unveiled Jalapeno, its first custom-designed computer chip co-developed with Broadcom, built to run ChatGPT and other AI products faster and more cheaply by focusing on AI inference. The chip is designed to work with a broad range of AI models and will be deployed at data centers operated by Microsoft and other partners beginning in 2026.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tribunal suspends NTSA licence revocation for Nicco Movers
The Transport Licensing Appeals Tribunal has suspended the NTSA's decision to revoke Nicco Movers' operating licence, allowing the company to resume operations pending the hearing of its appeal. The revocation, issued on June 9, 2026, had cited safety lapses, fleet management failures, and regulatory non-compliance.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ruto plans two hotels, mall, arena at Ksh.30B Bomas complex
President Ruto announced plans to add two hotels, a mall, and an arena to the multi-billion-shilling Bomas International Convention Complex, a state-of-the-art facility on over 100,000 square metres set to feature an 11,000-seat convention centre, sports and recreation complex, cultural facilities, a hotel and an animal orphanage.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mining & Energy
TotalEnergies fleet renewal to cut transport emissions by 3,700 tonnes
TotalEnergies Kenya unveiled 161 new Euro 4/5 compliant heavy commercial vehicles to replace older units nationwide, aiming to reduce transport-related carbon dioxide emissions by 3,700 tonnes annually while improving fuel efficiency from 5.8 to 3.5 litres per kilometre.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Agriculture & Land
Kenya and Germany agree on smallholder irrigation expansion
Kenya has secured German support to expand smallholder irrigation projects across seven counties in western Kenya's Lake Region Economic Bloc, following bilateral talks in Berlin. The deal builds on a German-backed programme in the Mount Kenya region that has increased agricultural production and farmer incomes.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya secures €20 million German funding for smallholder irrigation
The State Department for Irrigation has secured €20 million (approximately Ksh.3 billion) from Germany to support smallholder irrigation development across seven counties, negotiated during Government-to-Government Development Cooperation talks in Berlin.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Society
Gen Z protesters killed during 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations
Two years after Gen Z-led peaceful demonstrations against Kenya's Finance Bill 2024, at least 60 young lives were lost in what became one of the bloodiest chapters in Kenya's modern history.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Abductees detail torture by state operatives in Kenya
Peter Muteti and others were abducted by hooded men after participating in the June 2024 Gen Z protests. The abductees report being tortured during their detention by state operatives.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kessha urges government to hire TVET graduates as technical teachers
Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association says the government should recruit vocational training graduates to teach technical subjects in senior schools, as most schools lack teachers for Grade 10 technical subjects like woodwork, metalwork, and electricity, hampering the Competence-Based Education rollout.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police roadblock at Mlolongo strands hundreds on Mombasa Road
Police mounted a roadblock at Mlolongo ahead of commemorations marking June 25, 2024 Gen Z protests, bringing traffic on the Mombasa Road to near standstill and stranding hundreds of motorists and passengers travelling to Nairobi. The disruption caused a traffic jam stretching from Mlolongo to the Kitengela junction, with travellers waiting for hours without clear information on when normal traffic would resume.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police brutality requires deeper reform beyond laws and public anger
Kenya has faced renewed scrutiny of police brutality following two mid-June 2025 incidents: the death in police custody of a teacher and blogger, and the shooting and severe injury of a bystander at a Nairobi protest. The article argues that addressing this challenge will require more than legislation and public outcry.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Health experts advocate digitalisation to strengthen Kenya's healthcare delivery
Experts speaking at a national community systems strengthening event in Naivasha say digital technologies and data-driven systems are critical to improving healthcare delivery and achieving Universal Health Coverage in Kenya. The Digital Health Agency is implementing the Afyangu patient portal, which allows Kenyans to register, access health information, make SHIF contributions, and obtain services across health facilities.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Police roadblocks disrupt transport in Ongata Rongai ahead of June 25
Heavy police deployment and roadblocks along Magadi Road on Thursday disrupted transport and business activities in Ongata Rongai as security agencies tightened surveillance ahead of June 25 commemorations. Most public service vehicles were grounded while boda boda operators benefited from increased demand for alternative transport.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Human rights defenders face police threats ahead of June 25 memorial march
Human rights defenders marching to Parliament in Nairobi on June 25 to commemorate Gen Z protesters killed in 2024 say they continue to face threats and intimidation from police. Activists in Mombasa also report police have warned them against protesting, claiming no notice was submitted, though they say commemorating is their constitutional right.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Communities drive progress against malaria, TB, HIV in Kenya
Communities have emerged as a powerful force in Kenya's fight against HIV, tuberculosis, and malaria—the country's leading killer diseases—by screening and diagnosing cases at household level, referring patients for treatment, and strengthening accountability in health services.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Court dismisses petition on killings of alleged witches
A court has dismissed a petition concerning the killing of people accused of witchcraft in Kisii and Kilifi counties.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya screens 140,000 travellers for Ebola, confirms no cases
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale said Kenya has screened over 140,000 travellers for Ebola with no confirmed cases, and over 100 Ebola alerts investigated returned negative results. Duale said the planned isolation facility is standard contingency infrastructure, not a sign of a domestic outbreak.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Witchcraft accusations spark mob violence in Mombasa
Mombasa has experienced a surge in witchcraft accusations, particularly allegations that people are using black magic to cause men's genitalia to shrink or disappear. Police have recorded cases in Mombasa, Kwale and Kilifi counties, and several incidents have resulted in near-lynchings of accused practitioners, with mobs acting without medical verification.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
22.7 million African girls at risk of FGM by 2030
An estimated 22.7 million girls remain at risk of female genital mutilation/cutting by 2030 unless efforts to end the practice are significantly accelerated, advocates warned during the launch of the End FGM/C Network Africa's 2026–2031 Strategic Plan in Nairobi. Approximately 230 million women and girls worldwide have already undergone FGM/C, with Africa accounting for about 144 million of those cases.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya charges students with murder in deadly school fire
Kenyan prosecutors are charging eight students with the murder of 16 schoolmates who died in a suspected arson attack at Utumishi Girls' School on 28 May, after police identified them as persons of interest in the planning and execution of the fire that forced students to flee through a single doorway.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Head of Public Service opens 49th KESSHA conference
Felix Koskei, Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff, opened the 49th Annual Conference of the Kenya Secondary School Heads Association in Mombasa and reaffirmed the government's commitment to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). He highlighted government investments in school infrastructure, noting that more than 23,000 classrooms have been constructed nationwide to support CBC implementation, and urged school administrators to strengthen guidance and counselling programmes.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya screens 140K travellers, records no confirmed Ebola cases
Kenya has screened over 140,000 travellers from Ebola-affected countries and investigated over 100 alerts with all suspected cases testing negative, according to Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. The government has heightened preparedness measures including enhanced screening at airports and land borders, strengthened surveillance, expanded laboratory testing capacity, and preparation of isolation facilities, though no confirmed Ebola cases have been recorded despite ongoing outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Plainclothes police fire weapons in Githurai on protest anniversary
Plainclothes police officers on motorbikes have been firing indiscriminately in the air and beating bystanders in Githurai 45 and other estates, captured in viral videos. The actions coincide with Kenyans taking to the streets in remembrance of those killed and injured during previous protests.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sport
Humphrey Aroko wins Kenya Young Player of the Year award
Kariobangi Sharks midfielder Humphrey Aroko won the SportPesa League Young Player of the Year award and the FKF Cup Golden Boot after scoring six goals. Aroko scored 12 league goals this season to finish third in the Golden Boot race, seven behind winner Joe Waithera, and credited his success to lessons learned from failed trials and a return from Europe.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
South Africa reaches World Cup knockout rounds for first time
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 to advance to the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history, recovering after an opening 2-0 loss to Mexico. Coach Hugo Broos called the achievement historic after working with the team for five years.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Mexico defeats Czech Republic 3-0, advances with perfect record
Mexico defeated the Czech Republic 3-0 at the Estadio Azteca to cement top place in World Cup Group A with a perfect record and advance to the last-32 match at the same stadium on June 30, while the Czechs finished bottom of the group.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Brazil advance as group winners; Vinicius scores twice against Scotland
Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 to progress to the last 32 as Group C winners, with Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior scoring twice, including a header, in his third consecutive goal-scoring World Cup group match. Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised the 25-year-old as "one of the best players in the world," with Vinicius now level on four goals alongside France's Kylian Mbappe and Norway's Erling Haaland in the tournament's scoring race.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Morocco coach says team has World Cup winner ingredients
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his players have the ambition and respect of opponents to become the first African World Cup winners after advancing unbeaten to the last 32. Morocco beat Haiti 4-2 on Wednesday and finished second to Brazil in Group C, with a knockout match against the Netherlands, Japan or Sweden awaiting in Monterrey on Monday.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Team Kenya prepares for 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow
Team Kenya has entered final preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow (July 23–August 2), shifting from individual qualification trials to intensive residential training camps. Athletes including former world champion Timothy Cheruiyot are focusing on teamwork to maximize Kenya's medal prospects, particularly in middle and long-distance running.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Starlets target WAFCON semi-final for World Cup qualification
Head coach Beldine Odemba has named a provisional 29-player squad for the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, set for July 26 to August 16 in Morocco. The team's goal is a semi-final finish, which would secure Kenya's debut at the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Naomi Osaka advances to Bad Homburg semi-finals
Japan's Naomi Osaka, the world number 15 and a four-time Grand Slam winner, advanced to the semi-finals of the Bad Homburg tennis tournament after defeating Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-2, 6-2 in 59 minutes, moving one win closer to a first grass-court final of her career.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Africa reaches World Cup knockout rounds for first time
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history, recovering from an opening 2-0 loss to Mexico. Thapelo Maseko scored the decisive goal in the second half in an effective playoff with South Korea for second place in Group A.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tottenham sign Dubravka as fourth summer signing
Tottenham signed goalkeeper Martin Dubravka on a free transfer from Burnley, his arrival expected to allow Guglielmo Vicario to leave the club. Dubravka joins Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke as part of manager Roberto De Zerbi's rebuild.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Egypt and Iran face World Cup knockout match amid geopolitical tension
Egypt and Iran both have chances to progress from their final group game on Friday, but the match is overshadowed by U.S.-Iran geopolitical tensions and a regional conflict that began with U.S. and Israeli strikes in February. Iran has faced travel restrictions during the tournament, with their coach describing them as the "most oppressed team."
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil advances; South Africa, Canada, Bosnia reach knockout rounds
Brazil defeated Scotland 3-0 to advance to the World Cup's last 32, while South Africa, Canada, and Bosnia-Herzegovina progressed to the knockout rounds for the first time in their histories.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco defeats Haiti 4-2 in World Cup group stage match
Morocco overcame two goals conceded to Haiti to win 4-2 in Atlanta, advancing to the World Cup last 32 but finishing second to Brazil in Group C. Haiti scored their first World Cup goals in 52 years.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Africa reaches World Cup knockout rounds for first time
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history, recovering from an opening 2-0 loss to Mexico with a draw against Czech Republic.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tottenham signs Dubravka as goalkeeper cover this summer
Tottenham signed experienced goalkeeper Martin Dubravka on a free transfer from Burnley as part of an off-season rebuild, with the move expected to allow Guglielmo Vicario to leave the club and return to Italy.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chepkoech to debut in Durban 10K road race July 12
Kenya's reigning 3000m steeplechase world record holder Beatrice Chepkoech will compete in the 2026 Run Your City Durban 10K on July 12, alongside fellow Kenyans Brenda Jepchirchir and Jackline Rotich, Lesotho's Neheng Khatala, and South African Tayla Kavanagh in what organisers describe as one of the strongest women's fields assembled on African soil.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Africa advances to World Cup knockout rounds for first time
South African football fans celebrated in the streets after Bafana Bafana beat South Korea 1-0 to qualify for the World Cup knockout rounds, the team's first-ever progression past the group stage since hosting the tournament in 2010.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Police teams set ambitious goals for 2026/27 season
Kenya Police's men's team aims to reclaim the Kenya Premier League title, while the women's team targets qualification for the CAF Women's Champions League after winning the Kenya Women's Premier League for a third consecutive season. The women's immediate goal is to win the CECAFA Women's Club Championship in Rwanda to secure CAF qualification.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
USA, Germany aim for perfect group stage; Netherlands, Japan advance
The United States have clinched top spot in World Cup Group D after wins over Paraguay and Australia and will face eliminated Turkey, while Germany, the Netherlands, and Japan are positioned to advance to the knockout rounds.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nagelsmann says Germany penalized as group winners with reduced prep time
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said his side face a disadvantage as World Cup group winners because they will learn their last-32 opponents less than 48 hours before the match, with group winners waiting until the end of the opening round on Saturday to discover which third-place side they face.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Vinicius scores twice as Brazil beats Scotland 3-0
Brazil forward Vinicius Junior scored a brace in a 3-0 win over Scotland in a 2026 World Cup Group C match, allowing Brazil to progress to the last 32 as group winners. Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised the Real Madrid player as "one of the best players in the world."
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA signals Russia youth team could enter Azerbaijan tournament
FIFA announced an under-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan from October 22–31, saying the competition would be open to all FIFA member associations. Russia, barred from international competitions since 2022, interpreted the statement as an invitation to return.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tunisia exits 2026 World Cup after heavy defeats to Sweden, Japan
Tunisia was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup following losses to Sweden and Japan, conceding nine goals in two games. Fans attribute the defeat to systemic dysfunction within the football federation, with French head coach Sabri Lamouchi sacked after a 5-1 loss to Sweden.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Top tennis players plan Wimbledon media boycott over prize money
Top-ranked men's and women's tennis players will limit their media commitments to 15 minutes during the first week of Wimbledon, which starts June 29, in protest of the tournament's prize-money payout. The 15-minute limit reflects that Wimbledon currently pays slightly below 15 percent of revenues to players as prize money.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tunisia coach urges pride in final World Cup match
Tunisia's emergency coach Hervé Renard has called on his team to play with "pride and dignity" in their final World Cup match against the Netherlands on Thursday, after the team was eliminated following defeats to Sweden and Japan.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tourism & Environment
Dubai ranked world's most beautiful city at night
According to a June 2026 study by JB.com analysing nighttime safety, light pollution, social media popularity, night tours, and viewing platforms, Dubai is the world's most stunning city after sunset, supported by over 500,000 Instagram hashtags and a strong safety record. Rome offers the most after-dark viewing options with 149 night excursions and 26 observation decks.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Power retrofits power lines to protect birds from electrocution
Kenya Power, through its Institute of Energy Studies and Research, has partnered with US-based Kaddas Enterprises to retrofit wildlife-friendly covers on power lines in wildlife corridors, starting at the Soysambu Conservancy, to prevent electrocution of birds of prey and other animals.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya generated 55,956 tonnes of e-waste in 2025
Kenya generated 55,956 tonnes of electronic waste in 2025, with small household equipment accounting for 21,942 tonnes and ICT equipment contributing 6,608 tonnes, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics. Improper e-waste handling poses threats to the environment, animal and human health, with studies linking it to biodiversity loss.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
World & Region
Logistics bottlenecks continue hindering African trade despite AfCFTA
A major logistical gap in Africa has continued to hinder intra-African trade even with the establishment of the African Continental Free Trade Area, with cargo from Kenya to Ghana taking between 45 and 60 days compared to five or six days for shipments to Dubai.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
EU announces Sh50 billion ocean investment for African ports, fisheries
The European Union has announced new financial commitments aimed at strengthening ocean conservation, sustainable fisheries, and the blue economy across Africa.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
France confirms first Ebola case; Uganda reports new infection
France has confirmed its first Ebola case linked to the ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a doctor who recently returned from a humanitarian mission there, while Uganda also reported a new infection. The outbreak in the DRC has infected more than 1,000 people and killed at least 267 others, with the WHO warning it is spreading at an unprecedented pace.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
DRC launches clinical trial of two Ebola treatments
The Democratic Republic of Congo is set to begin a clinical trial to evaluate whether the antivirals MBP134 and remdesivir can improve survival among patients infected with Bundibugyo Ebola virus, either when administered individually or in combination. The trial is part of efforts to reduce deaths from the ongoing outbreak that has also spread into neighbouring Uganda.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
10 Downing Street endures as UK prime ministers change
Many United Kingdom Prime Ministers, politicians and governments have risen and fallen, but 10 Downing Street remains apparently 'eternal'.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
UAE grants visa-on-arrival to Kenyans with foreign residency permits
Kenyans holding valid residence permits from the US, EU member states, UK, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada are now eligible for visa-on-arrival entry to the UAE, effective June 25, valid for 14 or 60 days. The policy extends to accompanying family members meeting the requirements.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Somalia Deputy PM deported from Kenya over passport doubts
Somalia's Deputy Prime Minister Jibril Abdirashid Haji was deported from Kenya after immigration officers at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport questioned the authenticity of a Kenyan passport in his possession. When asked to surrender the document, he declined and was subsequently escorted to the VIP lounge and issued a return ticket to Mogadishu.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Martha Karua deported from Uganda, second regional expulsion this year
Kenyan lawyer and political leader Martha Karua was denied entry to Uganda and forced to return to Nairobi after interrogation and phone confiscation, marking her second deportation in a year—she was similarly expelled from Tanzania in May 2025 while attempting to observe an opposition trial. Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces claimed responsibility for declaring her persona non grata as she travelled to support a case involving a Ugandan opposition figure.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bill Gates testifies Epstein attempted blackmail over affairs
Microsoft founder Bill Gates told the US House Oversight Committee that late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein sought to "blackmail" him over extramarital affairs to keep him in Epstein's orbit. Gates said he was not successfully blackmailed but that Epstein's communications indicated he was considering exploiting knowledge of Gates's affairs.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gaza flotilla activists describe abuse during Israeli detention
Pro-Palestinian activists on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla have recounted allegations of abuse, including cracked bones, humiliation, and sexual assault, by Israeli authorities during detention last month. More than 430 activists from around the world were detained when Israeli speedboats intercepted the flotilla, prompting investigations by France, Italy, and Australia, though Israeli authorities deny the allegations.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco beats Haiti 4-2, advances to World Cup last 32
Morocco defeated Haiti 4-2 in a Group C match to advance to the World Cup last 32, though they finished second to Brazil on goal difference. Haiti scored their first World Cup goals in 52 years during the match.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Trump cancels signing of bipartisan US housing bill
U.S. President Donald Trump canceled a planned signing of bipartisan housing legislation passed overwhelmingly by Congress, citing the need to first pass what he calls the "SAVE AMERICA ACT" as a national emergency. The bill, passed 358-32 by the House and 85-5 by the Senate, aimed to speed up construction and increase affordable housing availability.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sudan refugees in Egypt face arrests, deportations, and jail abuses
Sudan's war refugees who fled to Egypt have described being detained, beaten, and extorted in Cairo jails, and are facing increasing arrests and deportations as Egyptian authorities crack down on migrants despite Egypt having taken in over a million people when Sudan's war began in 2023.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
WHO chief: global Ebola risk remains low after France case
The World Health Organization chief said the global risk from an Ebola outbreak centred in the Democratic Republic of Congo remains low, after France confirmed its first case in a doctor who had returned from the DR Congo. He warned against over-reaction and said there is no need for panic, though he noted that almost 80 health workers have been infected during the outbreak, which has also affected Uganda.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Back-to-back earthquakes devastate Venezuela, buildings collapse
A 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela's northern coast on Wednesday, 40 seconds after a 7.2 magnitude foreshock, collapsing homes and buildings in Caracas and causing widespread destruction across several regions. Emergency response teams were deployed as rescue operations intensified and authorities assessed casualties.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Venezuela declares emergency after twin earthquakes damage capital
Venezuela's interim leader declared a state of emergency Wednesday after two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck the same area, causing buildings to crumble in the capital and forcing the closure of the country's main airport. Twenty aftershocks followed the quakes, according to the USGS, and though fatalities remained unknown, some people were injured and buildings had collapsed.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Trump cancels signing of bipartisan housing bill
U.S. President Donald Trump canceled a planned signing of bipartisan legislation aimed at speeding up the construction and availability of more affordable housing, saying it would not proceed until the SAVE AMERICA ACT passes. The housing bill passed the House 358-32 on Tuesday and the Senate 85-5 on Monday.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sudan war refugees face detention, beatings in Egyptian jails
Sudanese refugees fleeing civil war have described being detained in Egyptian jails where they experienced beatings, extortion, and harsh conditions; lawyers and human rights groups say Egypt is conducting a sweeping crackdown on refugees despite taking in over a million people since Sudan's 2023 conflict began.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
WHO chief says global Ebola risk remains low
The World Health Organization chief said Wednesday that global risk from an Ebola outbreak centred in the Democratic Republic of Congo "remains low," after France confirmed its first case in a doctor who had returned from the DR Congo. The WHO chief warned against "over-reaction" and said there is "no need for panic," though he noted the case reminds of risks faced by health workers, of whom almost 80 have been infected.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bill Gates testifies Epstein sought to blackmail him
Microsoft founder Bill Gates told the House Oversight Committee that late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein sought to "blackmail" him over extramarital affairs through "veiled" threats, though Gates stated he was not actually blackmailed. According to a transcript released by the committee, Gates said Epstein considered exploiting knowledge of his affairs to keep him in Epstein's orbit as Gates was distancing himself.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gaza flotilla activists allege abuse during Israeli detention
Pro-Palestinian activists say they suffered cracked bones, humiliation, and sexual assault from Israeli authorities after participating in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla last month. More than 430 activists from around the world were detained; France, Italy and Australia have launched investigations into the allegations, which Israeli authorities deny.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Twin earthquakes kill 32, injure hundreds in Venezuela
Two powerful earthquakes — a 7.2 magnitude foreshock followed 40 seconds later by a 7.5 magnitude tremor — struck Venezuela's northern coast near Caracas, killing at least 32 people and injuring more than 700. Buildings collapsed across the capital and surrounding regions, triggering widespread destruction and overwhelming hospitals, with rescue operations ongoing.
25 June 2026 · Capital News →
Child dies in parked car during France heatwave
A three-year-old was found dead in a car in the Paris region on Thursday, the third such child fatality in a car during the extreme weather this week. France recorded its hottest day since 1947 on Wednesday, with Paris reaching 40.3°C.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UN climate chief links Europe heatwave to fossil fuel pollution
The UN climate chief said Europe's record-breaking heatwave—affecting at least 94 million people with temperatures above 35°C—bears "the fingerprints of the climate crisis" and is the result of fossil fuel pollution, warning that extreme heat will worsen until humanity stops burning coal, oil, and gas.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco coach says team has World Cup winner ingredients
Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his players must believe they can become the first African winners of the World Cup after advancing to the last 32 unbeaten, beating Haiti 4-2 and finishing second to Brazil in Group C.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya joins UAE visa-on-arrival scheme for eligible passport holders
Kenyans holding ordinary passports with valid residence permits from the US, UK, EU member states, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada are now eligible for either 14-day or 60-day visas on arrival in the UAE. Kenya is among six countries newly added to the scheme, which also extends to accompanying family members meeting the same eligibility requirements.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Opinion
Leadership failure and institutional collapse: a Khaldunian analysis
An opinion piece argues that institutional collapse stems not from external shocks or intelligence failures but from internal ossification—a weakening of asabiyyah (group solidarity) as leadership becomes rigid and disconnects from the community, mistaking compliance for stability.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
AI advancement will draw humanity closer to God
An opinion piece argues that despite fears AI will lead to secularism, the technology's advancement will ultimately awaken human consciousness and draw people closer to God. The author contends that AI represents a profound cognitive evolution distinct from past industrial revolutions, and when grounded in moral reflection, can solve humanity's pressing problems.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
KRA launches body cameras to modernise customs administration
Kenya Revenue Authority has launched a Body-Worn Camera system for its Customs and Border Control Department to enhance transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency in border management.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
Advocate calls for CJ action against court impunity
An advocate writes that a Nairobi law court denied bond in a criminal case despite the State not objecting, breaching constitutional requirements; the advocate describes subsequent interference by a court clerk, including a forged letter purporting to remove the advocate from the case, and calls on the Chief Justice to protect advocates and halt the impunity.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →
UK leadership turnover contrasts with Kenyan term-limit obsession
Jamila Mohamed argues that Kenya's focus on presidential term limits contrasts sharply with the United Kingdom's experience: within one Kenyan five-year term, Britain has had four Prime Ministers, yet the UK has no constitutional term limits. Unlike Kenya, UK leaders can theoretically serve indefinitely if their party maintains confidence and wins elections.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Integrated care crucial for GBV survivors' recovery and rehabilitation
An opinion piece argues that integrated care at gender-based violence clinics is essential for managing and rehabilitating survivors, noting that GBV remains a pervasive human rights violation in Kenya with an estimated 13 women and girls killed weekly and approximately 130 sexual violence cases reported weekly.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →