UDA candidate Samuel Muchina reported the destruction of his campaign billboards in Captain Town to police, raising concerns over political intolerance ahead of the July 16 parliamentary by-election in Ol Kalou. Muchina said he would notify the IEBC and appealed to rivals and supporters to uphold peaceful campaigns.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
UDA candidate Samuel Muchina reported the destruction of his campaign billboards in Captain Town to police, raising concerns over political intolerance ahead of the July 16 parliamentary by-election in Ol Kalou. Muchina said he would notify the IEBC and appealed to rivals and supporters to uphold peaceful campaigns.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
County governments spent Sh13.17 billion on domestic and foreign travel in the first nine months of the 2025/26 financial year, according to the Controller of Budget's County Budget Implementation Review Report, while development projects remain abandoned and hospitals face funding shortages.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Suspended Nairobi Finance CEC Charles Kerich, who spent weeks abroad instead of surrendering to serve a court-ordered civil jail sentence, returned to court for the fourth time claiming he is undergoing specialist treatment in the United States and is too ill to return to Kenya.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that police suppression of a second commemoration of the June 25, 2024 protests—achieved by barricading Nairobi's CBD and arresting attempted protesters—violated constitutional rights to demonstrate enshrined in Article 37, despite assurances from the Interior Cabinet Secretary that it would be a normal working day.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has condemned intimidation and harassment of editors and journalists, stating that such actions, along with censorship, spying, or political pressure on independent media, violate the Constitution and democratic rights of Kenyans.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
A Controller of Budget report reveals county governments spent Sh13.17 billion on domestic and foreign travel in the first nine months of the 2025/26 financial year, while development projects remain abandoned and hospitals lack funding.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly rejected four names vetted for the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF) board, delaying the appointment of substantive members to the board.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
A Nairobi advocate has filed a constitutional petition seeking to suspend the NTSA's new Motor Vehicle Inspection Rules scheduled to take effect on July 1, arguing they were enacted without public participation and would subject motorists to unconstitutional fees and penalties.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Transport and Safety Authority has suspended enforcement of new mandatory vehicle inspection rules for private vehicles, directing traffic officers not to demand proof of inspection certificates during road checks until further notice. Vehicle owners are expected to continue booking inspections, but enforcement will begin only once the implementation framework is fully established.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Governance expert PLO Lumumba said Kenya is on a dangerous path due to growing ethnicity, lawlessness, and a political class focused on the next election rather than the next generation. He expressed concern about individuals in government and opposition who believe they are above the law, citing corruption, rising debt, unemployment, and police brutality.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has assented to the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2026, which allocates Sh428 billion to Kenya's 47 county governments. The allocation represents 20.9 per cent of the most recently audited national revenue for the 2022/23 financial year, exceeding the constitutional minimum of 15 per cent, and uses a formula based on equal share, population, poverty level, and geographical size.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has written to Chief Justice Martha Koome requesting that newly appointed High Court Judge Charles Ondieki be allowed to return to the lower court to conclude his Sh20 million graft case, which came up for further defence hearing before Milimani Anti-Corruption Chief Magistrate Harrison Baraza on Monday.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Construction Authority has launched a crackdown on developers who construct additional storeys beyond approved floor numbers without fresh structural assessments, risking public safety. Contractors found culpable face caution, suspension, deregistration, or prosecution.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Leaders from Nyanza region, including Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, have defended the broad-based government arrangement between President Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga, urging residents to embrace cooperation with the administration rather than return to opposition politics.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi criticized Siaya Governor James Orengo for what he characterized as misleading the Luo community by discouraging government participation, arguing that regional leaders are working within government to advance the region's development agenda.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has called for the nationwide removal of billboards erected on road reserves, arguing that they obstruct visibility and endanger motorists and pedestrians. He said the President's directive to remove billboards from road reserves in Nairobi should be extended to all counties, citing Narok Town as an example where billboards outnumber road signs.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has signed the County Allocation of Revenue Bill 2026, establishing the legal framework for distributing nationally raised revenue among the 47 counties for the 2026/2027 financial year to support services including healthcare, agriculture, roads, water and early childhood education.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto on Monday commissioned the Ngong Road flyover, a Ksh. 3.58 billion project undertaken by the Kenya Urban Roads Authority aimed at enhancing efficiency and addressing persistent traffic congestion at the Junction Mall junction through grade separation.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has assented to the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2026, which allocates Ksh.428 billion to all 47 counties and operationalises the Division of Revenue Act, 2026. The allocation represents a Ksh.13 billion increase from the previous financial year and uses a formula based on equal share, population, poverty level, and geographical size.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A petition has been filed at the High Court in Nairobi to suspend the implementation of the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026, scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026. The petitioner argues the regulations failed to meet constitutional requirements, particularly the principle of public participation under Article 10 of the Constitution.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Ruto commissioned a 255-metre, four-lane flyover at Junction Mall designed to ease traffic congestion, improve connectivity, and reduce travel time across Nairobi. The project, part of broader road network rehabilitation ahead of Kenya's hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, also includes upgraded junctions, pedestrian walkways, and cycling lanes.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has expressed concern over delayed salary payments across county governments, citing the Kisumu County workers' peaceful demonstration demanding outstanding wages. He argued the pattern reflects deep-rooted failures in public financial management, budgeting, prioritization, and accountability across multiple counties.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Petitioners led by Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka have urged the High Court to declare the government's proposed sale of a 15 per cent stake in Safaricom PLC unconstitutional, arguing that the National Treasury has no constitutional authority to raise revenue through the sale of public assets and that the Constitution only permits revenue-raising through taxation, charges and borrowing.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A second petition has been filed at the High Court challenging the implementation of new mandatory motor vehicle inspection rules for private vehicles, arguing the regulations are unconstitutional and lacked proper public participation. The petitioner seeks orders suspending enforcement of the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026, scheduled to come into force on July 1, 2026.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Milimani Commercial Magistrate's Court awarded Deputy Chief of Staff Josphat Nanok Ksh.2 million in damages after finding that Nation Media Group defamed him through an August 2020 Daily Nation article that falsely attributed support for a controversial revenue allocation formula to him, when he had actually opposed it.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ezekiel Kyama Nzyoki, known for his "Mr Speaker Sir" catchphrase, was arraigned in a Nairobi court and released on a personal bond of Ksh.100,000. He faces charges of unlawfully entering Parliament Buildings and causing damage to property valued at Ksh.41.2 million during the June 25, 2024, anti-government protests.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Ruto and Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson commissioned the Ngong Road–Naivasha Road Flyover, a project aimed at easing traffic congestion on one of Nairobi's busiest corridors. The flyover is part of the National Government–Nairobi County Cooperation Agreement, under which more than 200 kilometres of roads are under construction and expected to be completed within the year.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Ezekiel Kyama Nzyoki, a Kenyatta University student known as "Mr Speaker Sir," has been freed on a Sh100,000 personal bond after denying charges of unlawful entry and malicious damage to public property worth Sh41 million linked to the 2024 Parliament breach. He was arrested during Wednesday anniversary protests in Nairobi.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Thousands of commuters are enduring severe traffic congestion along the Valley Road–Milimani Law Courts junction as construction of the Kenyatta Avenue–Upper Hill viaduct disrupts movement between the Central Business District and Upper Hill, with partial lane closures intensifying gridlock during peak hours.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has defended his call for Mt Kenya East to pursue its own political course, arguing that regions should make independent political decisions based on their unique interests and development priorities rather than treating development uniformly across the country.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Milimani Commercial Magistrate's Court awarded Deputy Chief of Staff Josphat Nanok Ksh.2 million in damages, finding that Nation Media Group defamed him through an August 2020 Daily Nation article that falsely attributed support for a proposed revenue allocation formula to him.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A section of teachers from Nairobi Cosmopolitan Hub has called on the TSC Board and President William Ruto to formally confirm Evaleen Mitei as CEO, saying she has exceeded expectations during her one year serving in an acting capacity since June 2025. The teachers cited her role in protecting TSC autonomy, promoting over 30,000 teachers, onboarding 20,000 interns to permanent terms, and implementing the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Silas Jakakimba, a parliamentary aspirant for Suba North Constituency in Homa Bay County, has appointed Mary Oketch as Parliamentary Campaign Contact and Chief Focal Strategist for his 2027 election campaign. Oketch will lead strategy for his grassroots movement and oversee campaign planning, volunteer coordination, and communications.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua met with leaders from nine Mijikenda communities and reported their concerns about economic exclusion, loss of local employment, Port of Mombasa management, mineral resource exploitation, and land disputes. He claimed the government has concentrated appointments and economic opportunities among individuals connected to President Ruto's family.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Eurobond buyback programme, funded through new borrowing rather than debt reduction, bought time but failed to ease the country's debt burden, leaving taxpayers exposed to growing refinancing and foreign exchange risks and locking in higher interest payments.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Gaming firm Mozzart Bet is offering odds on 2026 FIFA World Cup top scorers, goalkeepers, and best players. The betting firm lists Lionel Messi as the favourite for the Golden Boot, followed by Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
WhatsApp has begun allowing its three billion users worldwide to reserve unique usernames, enabling people to chat without revealing their phone numbers. The Meta-owned platform described the move as a major privacy overhaul.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The National Transport and Safety Authority announced that private vehicles older than four years will be subjected to mandatory annual inspections from July 1 at Ksh.2,000 per vehicle, but clarified that traffic officers will not enforce this requirement during routine checks.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom plans to integrate artificial intelligence into My OneApp to automate financial tasks, analyze spending patterns, and generate reminders for recurring payments. The platform currently has 4.7 million registered users, including 1.3 million daily active users.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Safaricom's unified "My OneApp" platform has reached 4.7 million registered users as the company accelerates plans to phase out legacy M-Pesa and MySafaricom applications. The platform consolidates mobile connectivity and financial services with enhanced security features, including direct SIM card linking to prevent fraud.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Absa Bank Kenya Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamed has resigned effective June 30 after a three-year tenure, citing a desire to pursue other career opportunities. The bank's Board has appointed Chief Financial Officer Yusuf Omari as interim successor.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem and is recognized as an African innovation hub, yet thousands of youth-led businesses fail within their first few years as the country faces high unemployment and many young entrepreneurs struggle to sustain their ventures.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
AI is fundamentally reshaping digital careers rather than eliminating them. The World Economic Forum projects technology will create 170 million new jobs globally by 2030 while displacing 92 million, resulting in a net increase of 78 million jobs, with AI specialists, Big Data specialists, FinTech engineers and software developers among the fastest-growing occupations.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Abdi Mohamed has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of I&M Bank Kenya days after his resignation from Absa Bank Kenya, where he served as Managing Director and CEO for three years. The appointment is subject to approval by the Central Bank of Kenya.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 25.3-kilometre A104 highway upgrade from James Gichuru Road Junction to Rironi, meant to be completed by August 2020, remains incomplete. The project has affected businesses, with fuel stations and other establishments remaining closed or relocated.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Strategic communications consultancy Woodrow has been awarded Africa Agency of the Year 2026 by PRovoke Media in recognition of its expansion across the continent and work on complex communications assignments. The Nairobi-headquartered firm has expanded into Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia, Senegal, and South Africa, delivering projects in 13 African countries and more than doubling its revenue since 2024.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's MSMEs require Ksh.4 trillion in market loans to sustain and expand operations, but commercial banks currently supply only Ksh.700 billion, leaving a Ksh.3.3 trillion financing shortfall. The article argues that bridging this gap requires mutual adjustment between lenders and small businesses to balance cash flow needs with banks' risk management requirements.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenyan government is expanding access to affordable business financing for micro, small and medium enterprises through flexible lending rates and tailored financial products. A tiered financial model is proposed to structure products based on borrower status, targeting groups including fresh graduates, young entrepreneurs, people with disabilities, and women.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya Electricity Generating Company has increased its renewable energy development pipeline from 1,500MW to 5,500MW, driven by planned nuclear capacity (2GW), expanded hydro and geothermal opportunities, and rising regional demand for clean power. The expansion was announced alongside the company's inaugural Sustainability Report for the 2024/25 financial year.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has warned school principals against prioritizing academic excellence at the expense of learners' talents and holistic development, urging schools to provide equal opportunities for sports, music, drama and other co-curricular activities under the Competency-Based Education system.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard investigates how vulnerable women at the Mombasa coast are drawn into relationships by men who introduce them to heroin, trapping them in addiction and exploitation. The case of Rehema Abdi exemplifies how women seeking safety and affection from street life become victims of drug trafficking.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Hospitals across Kenya are experiencing service disruptions due to persistent technical glitches in the Social Health Authority system, including delays in One-Time Passwords used to identify patients and authorise treatment. Healthcare facilities have reverted to manual processes, which is slowing service delivery and raising concerns over delayed patient care.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Alpha Kennedy Sanya has donated blood 111 times, more than anyone else in Kenya, and continues his lifelong mission of blood donation.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
An adolescent medicine specialist and parent argues that Kenya's recurring school fires and student unrest—citing a 2016 spike of approximately 130 fires in two months—stem from curriculum overload, exam pressure, poor student-leadership communication, and inadequate resources, and warns that solutions require a community-wide approach rather than blame.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development says teachers should not take offence when learners correct them, as the Competency-Based Education system is designed to nurture confident, questioning students who explore their individual potential rather than competing against one another.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Group B streptococcus is the most common bacterial cause of illness in newborns worldwide, causing more deaths in the first month of life than HIV, tetanus, or pertussis, with a third of survivors developing physical or mental disability. Developed countries use universal screening and antibiotics to prevent transmission, but most developing countries lack prevention strategies.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Security agents in Garissa County arrested three Somali nationals—Abdi Mohamed Ahmed, Adnan Abdinasir Ali (22), and Mohamed Hassan Ali (16)—who were identified as victims of human trafficking during a travel mission to Libya.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
A systematic review of studies on physical activity concludes that short bursts of exercise can deliver impressive health benefits without requiring hours in the gym. Kenya's 2022 Demographic and Health Survey found that non-communicable diseases account for 39 per cent of all deaths in Kenya.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Hospitals across Kenya are experiencing healthcare service disruptions due to technical glitches in the Social Health Authority system, including delays in One-Time Passwords used to identify patients and authorise treatment. The downtime has persisted for about a week, forcing facilities to revert to manual processes, which health providers say is slowing service delivery and raising concerns over delayed patient care.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
An estimated 29 million children across Eastern and Southern Africa are living with developmental delays and disabilities, yet African-led research to explain how children's brains develop in local contexts and identify solutions for African families remains scarce. This gap was highlighted during the 10th anniversary celebrations of the Aga Khan University Institute for Human Development in Nairobi.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The article follows the story of Beryl Oyugi, whose second child inherited sickle cell disease through a gene passed down across generations, leading her family through hospital visits, blood transfusions, and difficult conversations about genetics she had not been taught about before marriage.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Higher Education Loans Board (Helb) told Parliament it does not have the power to write off bad debts, but is engaging defaulters to ensure repayment. The board cited 563,949 matured accounts belonging to graduates who have not yet secured gainful employment or sustainable income to begin loan repayment.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
National and county government officials in Mombasa have cracked down on developers illegally adding extra floors to high-rise buildings without approval. During a Friday enforcement operation, one developer was arrested for constructing additional floors beyond the seven originally approved without fresh NCA authorization.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
A new study shows women account for nearly 90 per cent of cosmetic surgeries in Kenya. The finding emerged at the launch of Avane Plastic Surgery Hospital, a facility dedicated to plastic surgery and aesthetics.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
A new Mother and Child Health Unit in Mbale is improving maternal care access and outcomes in Vihiga County, with local women reporting shorter distances to facilities, more attentive care, and reduced overcrowding compared to previous years.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Ezekiel Kyama Nzyoki, known as "Mr Speaker Sir," has been released on a Sh100,000 personal bond after pleading not guilty to charges of unlawfully accessing Parliament Buildings and causing malicious damage to property worth Sh41.2 million during the June 25, 2024 demonstrations. Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Caroline Mugo found that the prosecution had failed to demonstrate compelling reasons to deny him bond.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Religious leaders in Kajiado county have called on the government to stop killings and abductions of young men, and appealed to both government and opposition for tolerance and dialogue ahead of the general election. The clergy also urged authorities to prioritise justice and end abductions.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Mathare activist Davis Lichuma was discovered in critical condition on Sunday night after missing for more than three days, bearing visible signs of torture. He and six other activists were reportedly picked up near Parliament on June 25 by people alleged to be police officers; the Social Justice Centres Working Group has demanded an independent investigation into his disappearance and prosecution of those responsible.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kevin Wakaba has been charged with murder at the High Court in Eldoret for the death of procurement officer Ekidor Ekure, who was killed on January 28, 2026, in the Langas area. Wakaba pleaded not guilty and requested bail, while two accomplices remain at large.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 24-year-old man was discovered dead along the Keringet–Molo road in Kimalany Village with a deep cut to the lower abdomen. Police have launched investigations into the incident, with the motive yet to be established.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Homa Bay arrested 40 teenagers suspected of belonging to the Rock Boys gang, which has been linked to rising insecurity and criminal activities in Shauri Yako slum over the past six months. The arrests followed a three-day operation that began after gang members attacked and injured a resident during a robbery attempt.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mathare activist Davis Lichuma, who went missing on June 25 during Gen Z protest commemorations, was found dumped outside Kenyatta National Hospital on Sunday night. According to witnesses, he appeared sedated and confused; he was rushed to a Nairobi hospital for treatment. Activists have issued the government a 24-hour ultimatum to address the case or face street demonstrations.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Detectives have arrested Jesmshid Kadirbakshi, accused of hiring a vehicle in Malindi, disguising it with fake number plates, and using it as a getaway car in a violent robbery committed on June 11, 2026 in Mombasa. He was tracked to his hideout in Kwachocha, Malindi, where officers also recovered a knife and a handbag containing cannabis sativa.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
The National Transport and Safety Authority has clarified that motorists and transport operators will not face penalties over newly introduced vehicle inspection requirements, stating that enforcement of rules on reflectorized stop arms, telematic systems for school and commercial vehicles, and mandatory inspections for private vehicles has not yet commenced.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Human rights organisations have expressed alarm over what they describe as the return of enforced disappearances and abductions in Kenya after activist Davis Lichuma was found alive days after going missing. Lichuma was found at Kenyatta National Hospital and transferred to Nairobi Women's Hospital for treatment after allegedly being tortured and abandoned, prompting renewed calls for an independent investigation into his alleged unlawful detention.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Police in Nyali, Mombasa County, are investigating a robbery and murder after two mineral traders were ambushed by four armed men at a house along Nyali 2nd Avenue and robbed of tanzanite, emeralds, jewellery and cash valued at over USD 95,000; investigators discovered the body of a caretaker inside the compound.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Two men were each handed consecutive prison sentences totaling 70 years at Kibera Law Courts after being convicted of robbery with violence, gang rape and sexual assault. The victim was lured to Nairobi under the pretext of a business opportunity, robbed, drugged, and sexually assaulted before being abandoned at Lang'ata Cemetery with severe injuries.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Two illegal firearms and ammunition were voluntarily surrendered in Angata Barrikoi, Narok County, as part of an ongoing multi-agency disarmament effort to remove illegal weapons and enhance public safety in the region.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Two suspected drug traffickers, Luke Okello and Steve Odero, were arrested in Migori County after police intercepted them transporting 114 rolls of cannabis concealed beneath oversized jackets in an intelligence-led operation in the Namba area of Suna West Sub-County.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
A man arrested in Malindi is expected to face charges including robbery with violence, possession of narcotics, and tampering with motor vehicle identification marks following police investigations in Kilifi and Mombasa counties. He allegedly used a rental car with altered plates during robberies and was found with a knife and cannabis sativa.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
A 17-year-old Form Four student in Homa Bay County died by suicide after reportedly leaving home following a disagreement with his mother over a mobile phone, which she had confiscated due to his declining academic performance. Police say the teenager was found dead at Mawego National Polytechnic and are investigating the circumstances.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions announced convictions and a cumulative 70-year prison sentence against two men found guilty of robbery with violence, gang rape, and sexual assault following proceedings at Kibera Law Courts.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A section of teachers has called on the TSC Board and President William Ruto to formally confirm Evaleen Mitei as CEO, saying she has exceeded expectations during her one year serving in an acting capacity since June 2025. The teachers cited her work protecting TSC autonomy, promoting over 30,000 teachers, onboarding 20,000 interns, and rolling out the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Airline Fly748.com has committed KSh3 million as the Diamond Sponsor of the second edition of Run 4 Seniors, a fundraising event by Mama Ibado Charity scheduled for July 18, 2026, at Karura Forest in Nairobi. The charity run seeks to raise funds and awareness for vulnerable senior citizens in underserved communities in Kakamega and Isiolo counties.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 17-year-old student at Maseno National School was discovered dead with a gunshot wound at Mawego National Polytechnic in Rachuonyo North, Homa Bay County. Police recovered a Ceska pistol belonging to the student's father, an OCS at Subwiga Police Station, and believe the teenager took the firearm while his father was bathing.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
A stakeholders' meeting convened by Kisumu County Government to discuss operationalization of the Nyamasaria-Mowlem Satellite Bus Park ended in chaos when armed individuals stormed the venue at Kisumu Social Hall, vandalized property, and robbed participants of phones, laptops, and other belongings. The county government said preliminary information suggests the attack specifically targeted the City Manager and was intended to disrupt the ongoing mediation process.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
A national dialogue on GBV protection centres in Nairobi has proposed three pillars to end gender-based violence in Kenya. The initiative highlights the need for integrated safe shelters and survivor services, drawing on the experience of survivors like those supported through SHOFCO safe houses.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Utumishi Girls Academy will reopen in phases following an 8-hour meeting between parents, school officials, and education authorities to address safety concerns after a dormitory fire that killed 16 students. Form Four students are set to return on Thursday, with other students resuming classes the following Monday.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A suspected armed car thief, identified as 55-year-old George Wanjohi Kimani, was killed in a shootout with police in Juja following a high-speed chase along Thika Road that began when officers intercepted a stolen Toyota Vitz. Police recovered a mini-pistol and ammunition from the vehicle.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Rachuonyo North are investigating the death of a 17-year-old Form Four student whose body was found with a gunshot wound at Mawego National Polytechnic. Preliminary investigations indicate the firearm belonged to the student's father, an Officer Commanding Station in Suba, and the teenager had taken it after a dispute with his parents over a confiscated mobile phone.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Stephen Eustaquio's stoppage-time goal gave Canada a 1-0 victory over South Africa in the first match of the World Cup knockout rounds, advancing Canada to the last 16 for the first time in their history. Canada will face the Netherlands or Morocco in Houston on July 4.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Brazil face Japan in the last 32 on Monday as they seek a sixth World Cup title, 24 years after their last win. Germany play Paraguay and Morocco take on the Netherlands, with Brazil favored to progress despite Japan's dangerous form and a 3-2 friendly loss to the Brazilians last October.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Saudi Arabia's Football Federation president Yasser al-Misehal resigned after the national team was eliminated in the first round of the World Cup, finishing bottom of its group with two points. Al-Misehal, who led the federation for seven years and oversaw Saudi Arabia's successful bid to host the 2034 World Cup, said he bore responsibility for the failure to advance.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Gabriel Martinelli scored in the 95th minute to send Brazil past Japan 2-1 on Monday and into the World Cup knockout stage. Brazil will face either Ivory Coast or Norway in New Jersey on Sunday.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said winning the World Cup is the only way to silence sceptics of his side as they prepare to face Paraguay in the last-32. Despite topping Group E, Germany's loss to Ecuador has raised doubts about their tournament prospects.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Captain Stephen Eustaquio scored in the 92nd minute as co-host Canada defeated South Africa 1–0 on Sunday to reach the last 16 of the World Cup in North America, with both teams making their first-ever appearance beyond the group stage.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Brazil face Japan in the last 32 of the World Cup, with Germany playing Paraguay and Morocco facing the Netherlands also in knockout action. Brazil, seeking their first World Cup title in 24 years, topped their group with Vinicius Junior scoring four goals.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jannik Sinner begins his bid for a second successive Wimbledon title as the grass-court Grand Slam opens with star-studded lineups including Novak Djokovic, Aryna Sabalenka, and returning Serena Williams, twelve months after Sinner and Iga Swiatek won their respective titles.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
PSG are in talks with RB Leipzig to buy Ivory Coast forward Yan Diomande, who has told the German club he wants to join Paris next season. The 19-year-old is contracted to Leipzig until 2030.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bukembe Boys High School head coach George Mutimba says his team will rectify mistakes that cost them the Bungoma County Secondary School Games final against Kibabi and aim to win the Western Region Championships, despite being placed in a challenging group alongside Musingu, Emusire and Kolanya.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia FC chairman Ambrose Rachier has called for club unity while awaiting a High Court ruling on whether he must step down after serving two terms. The Sports Registrar directed fresh elections, but Rachier obtained interim court orders to halt the directive; the case is set for mention on July 15.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Stanbic Aces defeated Zetech Sparks 57-42 in a National Women's Basketball Premier League match at Nyayo Gymnasium, rising to the top of the standings with 28 points from 15 matches (13 wins, 2 losses). Head coach Maurice Obilo praised his squad's execution after a slow start.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pauline Shegu has appealed to the government to secure a fresh WRC Safari Rally hosting agreement with the FIA upon lapse of the current six-year deal, noting the rally's value in giving Kenyan drivers global competition and showcasing the country's landscapes worldwide.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ten African nations are competing in the 2026 World Cup in North America, with several rising to the occasion and putting in impressive performances that have exceeded expectations, including some qualifying for the knockout stages when many predicted they would finish last in their groups.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Environmentalists are raising concerns over escalating pollution and environmental degradation in Athi River, warning that rapid industrial growth, urban expansion and increasing pressure on natural resources are threatening one of Kenya's most important river systems and the communities that depend on it.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
On May 21, 2026, a 30-year-old elephant bull named Moi crossed Oldonyiro town in Isiolo County while moving at high speed to avoid human contact, as monitored by Save The Elephants research camp in Samburu National Reserve.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
A 14-year-old boy died after being attacked by a hippo while fishing at Mikimba Lake in Karimboni, Magarini Constituency, Kilifi County on Sunday morning. An assistant county commissioner has urged residents near rivers and lakes to exercise caution, while a local activist called on Kenya Wildlife Service to engage communities on human-wildlife conflict solutions.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Uganda's military chief ordered the shutdown of NTV Uganda, the Daily Monitor, and other Nation Media Group outlets on June 28, 2026, with armed soldiers surrounding the offices in Kampala, in what is described as part of an escalating regional crackdown on independent media across East Africa.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Food4Education, a Nairobi-based startup, has signed a four-year partnership agreement with Zambia's Ministry of Education to provide technical support and infrastructure planning for the country's national school feeding programme serving millions of schoolchildren. The agreement builds on a Zambian delegation's visit to Kenya to study school kitchen models, and Zambia's expansion of school meals following its Free Education Policy in 2022.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
French police detained a couple after their 15-month-old twin daughters died of suspected dehydration in the northern town of Beuvrages. Four other children in the family were hospitalized with dehydration but were not in life-threatening condition.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Editors Guild has condemned Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni's shutdown of Nation Media Group outlets, calling it a threat to press freedom and democratic accountability. The closure followed an order by Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces to shut two leading media outlets, Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda, allegedly linked to critical coverage of the country's leadership.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Sudan's Peace Government has accused the Sudanese Armed Forces and allied militias of preventing residents from leaving El Obeid, using civilians as human shields, and forcing civilians to participate in military operations. The government called for international pressure to allow civilians to leave freely and for the establishment of safe humanitarian corridors.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Olayinka Hakeem Babalola, a member of the Rotary Club of Trans Amadi, Nigeria, will take office as president of Rotary International on 1 July 2026, becoming the second African to lead the global membership organisation. During his one-year term, he will focus on strengthening Rotary's contribution to peacebuilding and supporting sustainable, community-led solutions to address local and global challenges.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Food4Education, a Nairobi-based startup, has signed a four-year partnership with Zambia's Ministry of Education to provide technical support and infrastructure planning for the country's national school feeding programme. The agreement follows a Zambian delegation's visit to Kenya to study school kitchen models, and will cover digital systems and institutional kitchen planning while the Zambian government retains financing and implementation responsibility.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The World Health Organization reports more than 1,300 excess deaths linked to high temperatures in Europe since 21 June, as temperature records fell across the continent including Germany's 41.7C. France reported around 1,000 more deaths than expected since Wednesday, with deaths disproportionately affecting those aged 65 and over.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Andy Burnham, the frontrunner to become Britain's next prime minister following Keir Starmer's resignation, plans to lay out his economic agenda on Monday at a Manchester museum. Burnham is currently the only candidate to replace Starmer and could become prime minister as early as mid-July if he faces no challengers.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A civilian aircraft carrying skydivers crashed in Tomblaine in eastern France, killing the pilot and all ten passengers, including five instructors and five first-time jumpers. Some victims' relatives witnessed the crash from the airfield.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
The US and Iran have agreed to "stand down" following an exchange of strikes in and around the Strait of Hormuz, with vessels now able to move through the waterway "freely," according to a US official cited by media reports. The agreement comes after both nations conducted retaliatory strikes despite a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding signed on 17 June that included a commitment to immediate termination of military operations.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
The wife and two children of Argentine footballer Lucas Trejo, who plays for Club Sport Maritimo La Guaira in Venezuela, died after twin earthquakes struck the country. Trejo had searched for his family in the rubble for three days before rescue workers recovered their bodies.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Editors' Guild has condemned Uganda's military shutdown of Nation Media Group outlets (NTV Uganda, Spark TV, and Daily Monitor) ordered by Chief of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba, calling it an unacceptable threat to media freedom and press independence that violates the right to access independent information.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned that criminal conduct during planned nationwide protests against undocumented immigration will face the full force of the law, as several African governments evacuate their citizens ahead of June 30 demonstrations amid fears of xenophobic violence. Ramaphosa acknowledged public concerns over illegal immigration but stressed that peaceful protest must not descend into intimidation, vigilantism, or violence, and condemned attempts by private individuals or groups to enforce immigration laws.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
Sudan's Peace Government has called for immediate establishment of safe humanitarian corridors in the conflict-hit city of El Obeid, urging the international community to intensify efforts to protect civilians and secure an unconditional humanitarian ceasefire amid escalating violence.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Zambian government has signed a partnership with Kenya-based Food4Education to expand its school feeding programme from 4.6 million to 5.6 million learners by the end of 2026, with technical support in policy, programme design, digital innovation, budgeting, and infrastructure.
29 June 2026 · Capital News →
A UN independent commission on human rights documented allegations of unlawful killings, sexual violence including sexual slavery, forced recruitment, and attacks on schools and health facilities in North and South Kivu provinces, amid a surge of unrest in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo where the army battles the Rwandan-backed M23 group.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
With anti-migrant sentiment escalating in South Africa, an unofficial June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups has prompted undocumented foreigners, including Malawian John Allen, to leave the country, many departing from makeshift camps despite South Africa's government condemning the violence but failing to stamp it out.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Six people were shot and killed at a youth welfare facility in Stade, northern Germany on Monday. Police detained two people including the suspected shooter; the motive was unclear, though Spiegel cited information suggesting it was likely a personal rather than political or extremist matter.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan not-for-profit Food4Education has signed a four-year partnership with Zambia's Ministry of Education to strengthen the national school feeding programme, supporting plans to increase beneficiaries from 4.6 million to 5.6 million children by the end of 2026. The partnership will provide technical support in policy coordination, programme design, data systems, budgeting, and infrastructure.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Medical intern postings in Kenya, once a flashpoint for strikes and industrial action, have become routine and predictable. This year 6,360 interns received posting letters on time, compared to 6,484 last year, marking a shift from the delays and disputes that previously characterised the process.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
The IGAD Executive Secretary's office argues that anonymous allegations of financial mismanagement and governance failures should be judged against evidence rather than unattributed claims, and notes that major decisions at IGAD are made collectively by member states through established governance structures.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →