Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has refuted claims linking him to illegal recruitment of Kenyans to fight in Russia's war in Ukraine, stating that people who went to Russia through his program were received by Kenya's ambassador and prepared for employment.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has refuted claims linking him to illegal recruitment of Kenyans to fight in Russia's war in Ukraine, stating that people who went to Russia through his program were received by Kenya's ambassador and prepared for employment.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Keumbu Centre, a busy market in Kisii County, became a political battleground on a Friday when goons blocked a Linda Mwanchi convoy at Keumbu, Nyaribari Chache, injuring several people.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has set a spending limit of about Sh4.4 billion for anyone intending to run for the presidential seat in the 2027 General Election.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has frozen dealings on a 40.5-acre Maasai Mara property after finding that businessmen Neel Ashwin Gudka and Akash Kirit Gudka established a prima facie case challenging a title issued in favour of Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi and Mara Golf and Wild Resort Limited, despite an earlier court judgment declaring the brothers the lawful owners.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
An editorial argues that hired gangs of youth are terrorizing citizens at political rallies across Kenya with state tolerance and political financing, citing recent incidents in Kisii where a man died in a goon attack on a convoy, armed robberies in Nairobi, and invasions of churches during public forums.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government has unveiled sweeping reforms aimed at improving productivity in the public service and reducing its wage bill, with President William Ruto declaring that civil servants will increasingly be rewarded based on results rather than years of service or hours spent in the office.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Keumbu Centre in Kisii County became a political battleground on Friday, July 3, 2026, when goons blocked a Linda Mwanchi convoy, injuring several people and disrupting the usually calm market.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
A coalition of human rights defenders and youth leaders announced plans to march to Parliament on Saba Saba (July 7) to present a petition demanding action against extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, and police brutality. Activists have expressed concerns about violent police crackdowns and alleged infiltration attempts, while calling for peaceful and lawful demonstrations.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Top Democrats called on Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner to quit the race after a sexual assault allegation from a woman who previously dated him, threatening the party's bid to flip a Republican-held Maine seat. Platner, a Marine veteran and political newcomer, rejected the allegations as "troubling, serious and false."
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Police deployed widespread roadblocks and checkpoints across Nairobi on Tuesday morning to restrict access to the Central Business District before planned Saba Saba protests, causing significant traffic disruptions and forcing commuters to turn back.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Francis Gikonyo of Milimani High Court has ordered suspended Nairobi Finance CEC Charles Kerich to immediately surrender to Industrial Area Remand Prison to serve a three-month jail term for contempt of court over unpaid KSh106.7 million in legal fees, declining to suspend or set aside the sentence.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Two former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission employees have been sentenced for using forged academic certificates to unlawfully secure employment and career advancement.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
A heavy police presence, roadblocks and security checks on Thika Road on Tuesday disrupted traffic and transport services during Kenya's annual Saba Saba commemoration, leaving commuters stranded and businesses experiencing reduced customer numbers.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
As Kenya marks 36 years since Saba Saba—the July 7, 1990 pro-democracy protests that led to multi-party politics—Gen Z has transformed the annual commemoration from a veteran politicians' tradition into a platform for demanding accountability rather than constitutional reform.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Chief Justice Martha Koome has extended condolences following the death of retired High Court judge Omondi Tunya, who had a four-decade legal career spanning the bench, private practice, arbitration, and legal education.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi has become a hotspot for protests in recent years, and while demonstrations are frequent, residents are increasingly concerned about the disruptions caused by roadblocks and related activities surrounding these events.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
A rights group has accused Kenya's security agencies of unlawful arrests, excessive force, and enforced disappearances, saying the country has failed to deliver justice and accountability decades after its pro-democracy struggle. The group reported that at least five people have reportedly disappeared over the past month and called for immediate disclosure of missing persons' whereabouts and impartial investigations.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Siaya Governor James Orengo has criticised the government for mounting roadblocks in Nairobi during the 36th Saba Saba Day commemoration, saying the move emptied the city of activity and terming it shameful conduct. Orengo called for Saba Saba to be declared a public holiday in honour of those who fought to open up Kenya's democratic space.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya and Tanzania deployed massive police presence on July 7 to prevent protests marking the historic "Saba Saba" anniversary, as both countries take a zero-tolerance approach to demonstrations following recent unrest. At least 127 Kenyans were killed during protests over economic hardship and corruption in June-July 2024 and 2025, while rights groups say thousands died in Tanzania during election unrest in October.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
A coalition of human rights and civil society groups petitioned Parliament to investigate alleged extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, and torture linked to security agencies, calling for stronger police accountability and enhanced oversight mechanisms.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala says the United Opposition must name Sifuna in their opposition ticket, arguing the Mulembe nation has been overlooked and deserves representation in a top position. He pledges to defend Luhya community interests and will not support the opposition ticket if Sifuna and other Luhya leaders are not given top seats.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Legislators and governance advocates are calling for a constitutional amendment to implement the two-thirds gender rule through a top-up mechanism for women legislators after elections if either House fails to meet the requirement. The push aims to resolve a 16-year stalemate on women's parliamentary representation dating to the 2010 Constitution.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Police mounted roadblocks on critical Nairobi routes and barricaded Parliament with barbed wire as Kenyans prepared for Saba Saba protests on July 7, which marks the 36th anniversary of the historic 1990 demonstrations that led to multiparty democracy.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka condemned the National Police Service for excessive deployment, roadblocks, and forcibly detaining citizens during the 36th Saba Saba Day, saying police appeared to stand by during criminal attacks on citizens in Kisii, Westlands, and along Thika Road.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government has launched development projects worth more than Ksh.10 billion in Ol Kalou Constituency, Nyandarua County, ahead of the July 16 by-election, including two fishing boats worth Ksh.5 million. The opposition contends the projects are being rolled out to influence voters ahead of the election.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police and security teams sealed off Parliament and mounted extensive screening at key entry points into Nairobi's Central Business District ahead of planned Saba Saba demonstrations. Authorities deployed anti-riot units, water cannons and razor wire, erected checkpoints across the city, and restricted access to sensitive installations to prevent protesters from reaching government facilities.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kisumu Central MP Joshua Oron has handed over six motorbikes to chiefs and assistant chiefs through the National Government Constituency Development Fund to strengthen community policing and improve response to security incidents amid rising crime.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The High Court has ordered Nairobi County Finance Executive Charles Kerich to surrender within three days to serve a three-month jail sentence after being found guilty of contempt of court. The court rejected his lawyers' application to suspend the sentence and directed him to present himself to authorities for committal to Industrial Area Prison.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that Ol Kalou residents are being asked to surrender their national identity cards in exchange for free gas cylinders and government-branded mattresses ahead of the July 16 by-election, which he claims is a scheme to prevent eligible voters from participating.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police mounted roadblocks on critical Nairobi roads and barricaded Parliament on Tuesday as Kenyans anticipated Saba Saba protests marking the 36th anniversary of the historic pro-democracy demonstrations. In 2025, the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights confirmed 38 people died during similar protests.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court declined to compel the IEBC to process MP recall petitions, ruling that while Article 104 of the Constitution guarantees voters the right to recall MPs, Parliament must first enact legislation to operationalise the process. The court held that the petition was premature because Parliament is already considering amendments to the Elections Act following the 2017 invalidation of key recall provisions.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed that residents in Ol Kalou are being asked to surrender national identity cards in exchange for free LPG cylinders and government-branded mattresses ahead of the July 16 parliamentary by-election, alleging the scheme is designed to prevent them from voting.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Nakuru stayed peaceful during Tuesday's Saba Saba commemorations marking Kenya's pro-democracy anniversary, with businesses reopening gradually after a cautious start as heightened police deployment kept many residents off streets in early morning hours. By midday, commercial activity had largely returned to normal.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Several youths were arrested by plainclothes police officers near Harambee House on Tuesday as security agencies enforced heightened restrictions during Saba Saba commemorations. Multi-agency security teams maintained extensive operations across Nairobi, including checkpoints, anti-riot officers, and cordoned government facilities.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Residents in Mombasa staged a 15-minute march through the Central Business District after consultations with police, who provided security along the agreed route. Protesters said their demonstration aimed to highlight poor governance, economic issues, and concerns about government actions including taxation and alleged abductions.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
People's Liberation Party leader Martha Karua accused the government of violating constitutional freedoms by using security deployments and roadblocks to restrict Saba Saba demonstrations, which commemorate Kenya's 1990 pro-democracy protests. Police sealed off Parliament, mounted checkpoints across Nairobi, and said the measures were necessary to prevent violence and disruption.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The High Court has dismissed applications by senior government officials and businessman Jayesh Saini seeking to have their names struck from a multi-million-shilling lawsuit over alleged specialised software development for the Government of Kenya. The court ruled that the suit raises serious triable issues that require a full hearing rather than preliminary dismissal.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police arrested several protesters on Tuesday as they attempted to stage demonstrations in Nairobi's Central Business District during Saba Saba commemoration. Plainclothes and uniformed officers detained demonstrators at multiple assembly points, preventing them from marching to Parliament.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and Tanzania deployed massive police presence on Tuesday to prevent protests commemorating historic demonstrations, as both nations adopt a zero-tolerance approach to demonstrations following recent cycles of public unrest and security force crackdowns.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Kisumu High Court has ordered the Inspector-General of Police and Attorney-General to appear and show cause why disciplinary action should not be taken after they were found in contempt of court for continuing to operate without gazetting regulations on public order management and use of force. The court found that state agencies violated constitutional fundamental rights including the right to life, dignity, equality, and security, and noted the officials failed to comply with earlier March orders to have the regulations in place.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Human rights activists sought to present Parliament with a petition during Saba Saba protests calling for establishment of a Joint Parliamentary Select Committee to investigate allegations of extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, torture, abductions and excessive use of force by security agencies. The activists argue Parliament has a constitutional duty to ensure public institutions exercise power lawfully and in accordance with the Constitution.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kamp Copyright and Related Rights Ltd has denied embezzlement allegations that led to KECOBO's suspension of its operating license on July 1, 2026. KAMP said it was not previously asked to account for the funds in question and learned of the claim only through KECOBO's public notice.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Geoffrey Ruku and Beatrice Askul Moe, Cabinet Secretaries in President William Ruto's administration, have been recognised as best-performing ministers at the 2026 BOBEA Leadership Awards for their leadership and service delivery efforts in their respective ministries.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria defended his campaign's practice of collecting National Identity cards from residents during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, saying the checks ensure campaign resources reach registered voters in assigned polling stations. Gikaria said he spent Sh1.2 million in a single day and dismissed allegations the exercise was intended to manipulate the electoral process.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Police arrested ten people in Nairobi during Saba Saba commemorations, with six apprehended in Pangani and four within Central Police Station jurisdiction, for obstruction and other offences. Heavy security operations, including razor-wire barricades around Parliament Buildings and checkpoints on major routes into the CBD, were credited with maintaining relative calm.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Siaya Governor James Orengo used the Saba Saba commemoration to call for greater accountability in public office, urging the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to conduct lifestyle audits on public officials making multi-million-shilling donations at fundraising events that appear disproportionate to their known lawful income.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The National Council of Churches of Kenya has called on the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to establish mechanisms to prevent political violence before the 2027 General Elections, citing historical patterns of violence in incumbency elections in 1992, 1997, 2007, and 2017. The NCCK recommended setting up hate-speech monitoring systems and working with community peace committees to identify and prosecute financiers of political violence.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has granted provisional registration certificates to eight new political parties, allowing them to build national structures and recruit members ahead of 2027 elections. The Registrar urged the parties to distinguish themselves through policy-driven leadership and governance solutions rather than merely adding to Kenya's growing list of political parties.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
ODM leader Dr Oburu Oginga has called on the government to gazette Saba Saba Day as a national holiday to honour sacrifices and democratic gains from the 1990 pro-democracy movement. Political leaders from various parties marked the anniversary with reflections on Kenya's democratic journey, while some opposition figures criticised the government for undermining democratic freedoms.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police arrested 10 people in Nairobi's Central Business District during Saba Saba protests on Tuesday, with the Inspector General arguing the demonstrations were unlawful due to lack of legally required notice. Civil rights groups condemned the arrests as a denial of the constitutional right to peaceful assembly, with activists saying they intended to present a petition to Parliament for compensation for victims of last year's Saba Saba protests.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission clarified that its voter register remains intact after many Kenyans reported receiving "Search results not found" messages when checking their voter details online. The Commission attributed the temporary unavailability of its online voter verification portal to a routine upgrade of its ICT systems aimed at improving reliability, security and performance.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria has defended requiring residents receiving handouts in Ol Kalou to present national identity card details, stating the exercise was for accounting purposes and dismissing claims it aimed to influence the upcoming parliamentary by-election. Gikaria argued that Kenya's electoral system relies on biometric verification, not identity cards alone.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Forest Service has completed preparations for a public participation forum on the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for the proposed Kithoka Airstrip and ancillary infrastructure in Meru, with a consultative meeting scheduled for Wednesday at Kithoka Beat in the Meru Forest Station.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has called on African countries to establish joint investigation mechanisms, intelligence sharing, and cross-border asset recovery to combat corruption in the fisheries sector. The EACC said stronger regional cooperation among governments and anti-corruption agencies is needed to detect and prosecute corruption while protecting the continent's fisheries resources.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has signed the Central Bank of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2026, granting the CBK explicit legal authority to buy, sell, and hold gold and other precious metals, positioning Kenya as a regional gold hub.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government has pledged to continue supporting small businesses by championing progressive policies and the availability of affordable credit facilities.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Financial institutions are increasingly evaluated on governance, social impact, customer protection and ethical conduct—not just profit—following lessons from the 2008 global financial crisis. The insurance sector faces particular ethical challenges from evolving financial crimes including fraud, money laundering, and cyber-enabled offences.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Three South African corporate giants have announced more than Sh400 billion in acquisitions and stake increases in Kenya over seven months, including Nedbank's acquisition of NCBA, Absa Group's increased ownership of Absa Bank Kenya, and Vodafone's increased stake in Safaricom, marking one of the biggest waves of South African investment in Kenyan blue-chip companies in recent years.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Family Bank has opened its 97th branch in Kawangware Mlango Soko as part of a branch network modernisation programme. The bank plans to expand to 100 branches by the end of 2026.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
A correspondent visits Webuye and surrounding areas in Western Kenya to examine the region's industrial heritage, noting the closure and decline of major factories like Pan-Africa Paper Mills (now Rai Paper) and Mumias, which faced economic pressures from politics, failure to innovate, and global competition.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya National Highways Authority has approved a toll tariff of Sh8.50 per kilometre for the Gilgil-Nakuru-Mau Summit section and Sh8 per kilometre for the Rironi-Gilgil and Rironi-Mai Mahiu-Naivasha roads, resulting in two different toll rates for the completed road.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's savings and credit cooperative societies now hold more than Sh1 trillion in member savings. The government is implementing reforms to strengthen governance, financial resilience and technology across the cooperative sector to enhance financial inclusion and economic growth.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Richard White, executive chairman of software logistics giant WiseTech Global, is stepping down from the role over recent media allegations that he denies. White, who had already quit as chief executive in 2024 over allegations including undisclosed "close personal relationships" in the workplace, will remain as chief innovation officer. The announcement sent WiseTech shares surging more than 10 per cent on the Australian Securities Exchange.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's steel industry operates at 36 per cent of its installed production capacity of 4.2 million tonnes, with manufacturers citing high production costs, cheap imports, regulatory uncertainty and substandard products as major constraints. Kenya Association of Manufacturers CEO Tobias Alando called for sector reforms at the East African Steel Summit, noting that in 2025 Kenya imported about 1.66 million tonnes of iron and steel products while exporting approximately 197,000 tonnes.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Richard White, executive chairman of software logistics company WiseTech Global, is stepping down from the role over recent media allegations that he "strenuously" denies. White, who previously quit as chief executive in 2024 over allegations including undisclosed "close personal relationships" in the workplace, will remain as chief innovation officer; Raelene Murphy has been appointed as independent chair.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pharmaceutical firm Hetero officially launched its once-weekly semaglutide injection, Truglyx, into the Kenyan market at a scientific symposium in Nairobi attended by more than 300 physicians. The launch coincided with discussions on the country's growing burden of diabetes, obesity and related metabolic disorders.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Business Premises Rent Tribunal has extended interim orders restraining businessman Martin Nyongeso from taking possession of or interfering with commercial premises at Senteu Plaza along Lenana Road, pending a dispute hearing by SBS Dunhill Group. The orders remain in force until July 27, 2026, when the matter will be mentioned for further directions.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya National Highways Authority announced that Shandong Hi-Speed Road and Bridge International will construct the 94-kilometre second phase of the Rironi–Mau Summit Road from Rironi to Naivasha through Mai Mahiu at an estimated cost of Ksh.87.6 billion, while China Road and Bridge Corporation will handle the first phase at Ksh.96.1 billion.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Four Ugandan farmers are launching a legal case in Britain against the $5.6 billion East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), a TotalEnergies-led project set to operate in 2027. The farmers argue the pipeline violates Uganda's climate, environmental and constitutional laws and seek remedies including an injunction to halt oil transportation.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) has disclosed a public-private partnership proposal to develop five high-voltage electricity transmission lines at a cost of between Sh50 billion and Sh65 billion, with a consortium of three firms having submitted proposals for the projects.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nineteen productive use appliance companies across Kenya, Nigeria and Ethiopia have been awarded $1.5 million to expand access to income-generating solar appliances for entrepreneurs and small businesses, with funding aimed at deploying 3,800 productive use equipment and supporting over 3,000 green jobs across the three countries.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
African billionaire Aliko Dangote will construct a 700,000-bpd East African oil refinery in Lamu, Kenya, taking around 30 months to build, according to a senior Dangote Industries official. Tanzania was also considered for the project before Dangote selected Kenya's island location.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Environment and Land Court has frozen all dealings on a 40.5-acre parcel in the Maasai Mara after finding that businessmen Neel Ashwin Gudka and Akash Kirit Gudka established a prima facie case challenging a title issued to Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi and Mara Golf and Wild Resort Limited, despite an earlier court judgment declaring the brothers the lawful owners.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Horticultural farmers in Kibiri Ward, Homa Bay County, have received generators from well-wisher Kennedy Ongati to pump water for irrigation and boost fruit and vegetable production in a semi-arid area where reliable rainfall occurs for only about three months yearly.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Irrigation Principal Secretary announced the government's commitment to expand irrigation infrastructure in Nyandarua County through the Gwa Kiongo Irrigation Project, which will bring 500 acres under irrigation across two phases and enable up to three cropping seasons a year for more than 1,000 farmers. Officials distributed 20,000 fish fingerlings to promote aquaculture as part of efforts to diversify livelihoods and boost food security.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Murang'a County is deepening partnerships with private sector buyers and financial institutions to increase farmers' earnings through guaranteed markets and premium branding of agricultural products, particularly mangoes. The county has organized farmers into cooperatives and partnered with juice processors and exporters to secure off-take agreements and pursue geographical indication status for selected commodities.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata said low fertiliser use and limited adoption of certified seeds are suppressing agricultural productivity in Kenya, and called for increased financing to help farmers access modern farm inputs including fertilisers, improved seeds and mechanisation to achieve food security and improve farmer incomes.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Gwa Kiongo Irrigation Project in Mirangine Ward, Ol Kalou will provide 1,000 farmers with reliable water access through piping networks, enabling up to three cropping seasons annually and boosting production of high-value crops, household incomes, and climate resilience, according to Irrigation PS Ephantus Kimotho.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
People living with HIV in Kenya are receiving expired antiretroviral (ARV) drugs as the country faces acute shortages of life-saving medications. The incident has sparked outcry over the quality and availability of treatment.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
A parliamentary committee has called for the establishment of a policy to waive patients' bills in medical facilities, complete with a vetting committee, after noting unsupported waivers of patient bills at Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital running into millions of shillings without supporting documents.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Ministry of Education is onboarding trainers from Technical Vocational and Educational Training Institutions to address a shortage of teachers for technical subjects in Senior Secondary Schools, with consultations ongoing with the Teachers Service Commission.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Trichomoniasis, a curable sexually transmitted infection caused by a parasite, is the world's most common non-viral STI, according to the WHO. Most infected people develop no symptoms, allowing it to spread undetected between sexual partners, though those who do experience symptoms may mistake them for yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
A fire destroyed part of the boarding section at Nyabondo Boys Boarding Primary School in Nyakach, Kisumu County, on Monday evening during evening preps, forcing pupils to flee and causing significant damage to the dormitory and belongings. No casualties or injuries were reported, though pupils were moved to other dormitories while the school sought alternative accommodation, and the cause of the blaze had not been established.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Cleaners in Kendu Bay dumped garbage across the town on Monday and Tuesday to protest 12 months of delayed pay from the Homa Bay County government, sparking clashes with police and residents. Police arrested a suspected ringleader, dispersed crowds with teargas, and the cleaners issued a three-day ultimatum for payment or face further disruptions to business.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Multiple universities, including the University of Nairobi, are awaiting renewal of their licences to offer legal education programmes after the Council of Legal Education listed their applications as still under consideration. According to the Council's CEO, the affected institutions have submitted applications but the Council is yet to conclude the evaluation process required under the Legal Education Act.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Women and human rights groups staged demonstrations in Shinyalu Constituency, Kakamega County, over rising cases of sexual violence and killings targeting children, triggered by the brutal killing of 10-year-old Angel Natasha, a Grade Five pupil whose body was found in an abandoned pit latrine after disappearing on her way home from school.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Six people were killed and seven injured in a collision involving two lorries and a passenger bus near Kapiti Plains in Machakos County. The crash occurred when a lorry from Mombasa struck an oncoming lorry, which then collided head-on with a Tahmeed bus.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Health specialists at the Reset Diabesity Symposium in Nairobi have raised concerns about the growing burden of diabetes, obesity and related metabolic disorders in Kenya, urging these conditions be treated as interconnected illnesses requiring early diagnosis and integrated care. According to Ministry of Health data, an estimated 813,300 adults (3.1 percent) live with diabetes, with lifestyle and environmental factors including rapid urbanization, sedentary habits and high-fat diets cited as triggers.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Six people died and 41 others were injured in a head-on collision between a Tahmeed Company bus heading to Mombasa and a truck attempting to overtake at Kapiti plains on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway around 1 am Tuesday. The injured were taken to Machakos level 5 hospital.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is running out of preventive drugs used to stop HIV transmission to newborns, putting vulnerable infants at risk. The shortage is creating uncertainty for families with HIV-positive pregnant women or nursing mothers.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya has condemned the killing of advocate Edward Muthee Kariuki, found murdered outside his Athi River residence on July 5, and demanded thorough and expeditious investigations, vowing to pursue accountability and monitor the inquiry closely.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
A magistrate's court has closed a miscellaneous application file in the case involving social media personality Halima Ngachia ("Princess Halima"), whose electronic devices were seized during investigations. Ngachia's legal team had opposed the state's request for more time to complete forensic analysis, arguing that the gadgets were seized without a court-issued search warrant and that due process was not followed.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Matatu owners have raised concerns over increased police checkpoints on major Nairobi roads ahead of Saba Saba demonstrations, saying the operations have disrupted public transport services and caused traffic delays and commuter disruption.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Heavy police deployment and extensive checkpoints along Thika Road, particularly around the Kimbo area, caused significant traffic congestion on Tuesday morning as thousands of commuters were stranded for hours. The National Police Service established the enhanced checkpoints as part of heightened security measures ahead of the annual Saba Saba demonstrations.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya Forest Service Legal Services Manager Esther Wairimu Keige, 54, went missing on June 10 after leaving her office on Kiambu Road and was found dead in a coffee plantation in Juja, Kiambu County. Police are investigating the cause of death pending an autopsy.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Royal Nairobi Golf Club will host the Boma Charity Golf Day on July 10, organized by The Kenya High School Alumnae Society. Proceeds will support the Society's Endowment Fund Trust, which funds scholarships for disadvantaged students, enhances student welfare, and finances infrastructure projects at the school.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Residents of Muguga in Kikuyu Sub-County are calling for government intervention as a fire at a suspected industrial waste site continues for a third day, sending thick smoke and potentially toxic fumes into nearby neighbourhoods. The waste is believed to include by-products from rubber manufacturing, and residents report breathing difficulties and concerns about long-term health effects.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Four Kenyans who won Shabikia World Cup kishabiki prizes are using their winnings to improve their lives: a Ksh.500,000 winner plans to buy irrigation equipment and dairy cattle to diversify his farm income, while a Ksh.300,000 winner is using the money to clear school fee arrears and continue her studies.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A farmer in Kirinyaga County discovered two of his three donkeys stolen and slaughtered near a tarmacked road early Tuesday morning; he valued the animals at over Ksh. 30,000 and said they were his primary source of income.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An 82-year-old man has petitioned the Eldoret magistrate's court to eject his son from his property, alleging the son attempted to torch his house over a land dispute and has displaced him and his siblings from their land in Uasin Gishu County.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Nyamache, Kisii County are investigating violent unrest at Nyabisase Secondary School in Bobasi after students rejected a new principal's posting. The protest escalated into running battles between students and teachers, leaving a dormitory burned and the school indefinitely closed.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 20-year-old man in Chanzeywe Village, Vihiga County, is suspected of stabbing his mother-in-law, Ebby Mahugi, to death in what police believe was a domestic dispute. The victim's daughter said she had separated from the suspect and that he had previously threatened her and her family members before the fatal attack.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A collision between two lorries and a passenger bus on the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway near Kapiti Plains in Machakos County killed six people and injured seven others early in the morning of 07 July. The first lorry driver and bus driver died at the scene along with four bus passengers; the injured were taken to Machakos Level Five Hospital.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's two public dental schools have achieved substantial compliance with regional training standards following joint inspections by the KMPDC and CUE in April 2026, ahead of an upcoming EAC regional evaluation. The University of Nairobi School of Dentistry recorded 75.75 per cent compliance, while Moi University attained 71 per cent under the EAC inspection framework.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Schools are shifting from conventional rote learning toward flexible, integrated models that emphasize emotional intelligence, digital resilience, and cognitive flexibility alongside academic excellence, citing the mismatch between traditional education and modern workplace demands.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two Kenyan-Italians and a Malindi-based politician were charged with reckless and negligent conduct after an open fire they allegedly lit at Siro Land spread uncontrollably and destroyed Duma Villa, valued at Ksh.667 million, in Kilifi County on May 25, 2026.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Universities Academic Staff Union has threatened to strike if Egerton University does not address grievances including delay in implementing a 2018 Collective Bargaining Agreement and over Ksh.2 billion in unpaid salary arrears dating back to 2018. The union also demands immediate replacement of the acting Vice Chancellor, Isaac Kibwage, whose tenure is due to end in October 2026.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Residents of Nairobi's Eastlands area are unhappy with motorists and riders parking vehicles on pavements and blocking footpaths, forcing pedestrians to walk on roads used by moving vehicles. The trend has continued in areas such as Donholm, Umoja, Buruburu and Embakasi because authorities often turn a blind eye to the infraction.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Little Mister and Miss Environment organisation met with the Environment PS Festus Ng'eno to discuss youth participation in environmental conservation and potential collaboration with the ministry. The PS accepted an invitation to attend the group's annual flagship event scheduled for August.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nyabisase Secondary School has been closed indefinitely following violent unrest on Monday in which students damaged more than 50 CCTV cameras and engaged teachers in a five-hour confrontation, causing losses running into millions of shillings. Police have launched investigations into the incident, which school officials attribute to a dispute over the posting of a new principal.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Twenty-three students from Tambach Boys High School in Elgeyo Marakwet County are being held after unrest on Monday night. The students were arrested for allegedly coercing fellow learners to participate in protests and smashing window panes in nine dormitories while demanding the reinstatement of suspended colleagues.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bupa Global Kenya, a Gold Sponsor of the UNHCR Charity Golf Tournament held for World Refugee Day 2026, called for a broader approach to health outcomes, stating that access to education, clean water, safety and economic opportunities are critical alongside medical care in building healthier communities. The tournament sought to raise support for education programmes targeting displaced and vulnerable children.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Detectives raided a suspected armed gang's operational base in Eldoret's Sungura area and recovered military-style jackets and tools used in violent robberies across the North Rift. The discovery follows a police operation that killed four suspected gang members.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Ministry of Health has launched a three-day Community Health Assessment Data Verification exercise in Ol Kalou Sub-County, Nyandarua County, to strengthen community health systems and improve data-driven planning for primary healthcare and Universal Health Coverage. The exercise brings together Community Health Promoters to validate community health data, assess implementation of community-based health interventions, and identify gaps in service delivery.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
An Eldoret High Court has sentenced a man to 35 years in prison after he was found guilty of murdering two of his young children by poisoning them with vegetables contaminated with Triatix, a chemical used as an acaricide, following a domestic dispute with his wife.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
A Malindi court has charged two Italian nationals with reckless and negligent conduct after a fire allegedly destroyed a luxury villa worth Sh667 million. The ODPP says they failed to take reasonable precautions against a foreseeable danger by lighting an open fire on May 25, 2026, which spread uncontrollably and destroyed the property.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Social Health Authority has introduced biometric fingerprint identification for registered children aged 7–17 to verify their identity at healthcare facilities and prevent fraud. Parents or guardians must consent to the capture, and alternative verification using contributor ID and one-time password is available where fingerprint capture is not possible.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Girls' schools swept most top honours across choral verse, folk songs, traditional dances, and instrumental performances at the Nairobi Regional Kenya Music Festival. Education stakeholders are calling for separate competition categories for boys and girls to address the steady marginalisation of boys in the event.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Muliro Telewa, a veteran journalist and former BBC presenter, has died while receiving treatment at a hospital in Nakuru. The Kenya Editors Guild remembered him for his distinctive presentation style, editorial depth, and commitment to ethical journalism, noting he left an enduring mark on the African media landscape.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
At the 98th Kenya Music Festival, learners are using poetry, music, dance and elocution to tackle social, economic and environmental challenges. A school from Taita-Taveta County demonstrated high performances with messages on financial literacy, environmental conservation, human-wildlife conflict, integrity, education, peace and youth empowerment.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 on Monday to advance to the quarter-finals, with Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream in his sixth tournament appearance.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Belgium defeated the United States 4–1 in a last-16 World Cup match, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice and Romelu Lukaku adding a fourth goal. The victory ended the US's hopes of reaching a first World Cup quarter-final in 24 years and set up a quarter-final match against Spain.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, played his final World Cup match as Portugal lost to Spain 1-0 in the round of 16, ending his bid to win the tournament. The Portugal captain said he would leave "with a clear conscience" and reflected that his 2016 Euro title with the national team was equally significant to him as a World Cup would have been.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026 Nyanza Region Secondary School Term Two Games begin Wednesday in Homa Bay, with defending champions Agai High School disqualified following a successful appeal by Kisumu Boys, who will now compete for the regional title.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026 Rift Valley Secondary Schools Sports Association Term Two Games opened in Narok County with more than 3,000 student athletes from 14 Rift Valley counties competing for regional honours and slots at the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association National Championships. The opening ceremony featured traditional dances and performances.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Andrew Owili, a Kisumu chess administrator running under the "Team Promise" banner, won the Chess Kenya presidential election with 67 votes, defeating journalist Gilbert Wandera (13 votes) and Kevin Wachuri (0 votes). The election, overseen by the IEBC and observed by sports officials, succeeded Bernard Wanjala's two-term tenure.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain beat Portugal 1-0 in a round-of-16 match on Monday, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup campaign and sends Spain to the quarter-finals, where they will face either the United States or Belgium.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Roberto Martinez confirmed he is leaving as Portugal coach following the team's 1-0 World Cup last-16 loss to Spain. The 52-year-old Spaniard, who had been in charge since 2023, was frequently criticized for persistently selecting aging captain Cristiano Ronaldo.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Belgium captain Youri Tielemans said his team held a meeting after Folarin Balogun's shock FIFA reprieve and resolved to make a statement on the pitch, which they did by defeating the United States 4-1 at the World Cup on Monday.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US head coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was disappointed by backlash over Folarin Balogun's clearance to play but insisted it was not an excuse for the US's World Cup elimination by Belgium. The US lost 4-1 to Belgium in the round-of-16 after Balogun, who had been cleared by FIFA following a red card appeal, featured in the match.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina, the defending champions, meet Egypt in the World Cup round of 16 on Tuesday in Atlanta. Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland are tied on seven goals in the Golden Boot race.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nottingham Forest hired former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner as their new manager on Monday. Glasner left Palace after leading them to UEFA Conference League glory and winning the 2025 FA Cup final against Manchester City.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Olympic Committee lifted restrictions on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in team events and qualifying competitions for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, though bans on the Russian national anthem and flag remain in place. Returning athletes must pass "multiple" doping tests, and individual sports may decide whether to permit the flag and anthem at their own events.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Cristiano Ronaldo said he will not rush into decisions about his future after Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup round of 16 on Monday, stating that this was his final World Cup and he needs time to think and be with his family.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB Racing Team will field five crews at the 2026 Rwanda Mountain Gorilla Rally (July 10–12), the FIA African Rally Championship's next round, which has attracted 19 confirmed crews from across Africa. Championship leader Karan Patel, with 83 points, heads the charge alongside navigator Tauseef Khan.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Roberto Martinez confirmed he is stepping down as Portugal coach following the team's 1-0 World Cup last-16 defeat to Spain. Martinez, who took charge in 2023 and was criticized for continuing to select ageing captain Cristiano Ronaldo, said his departure was expected as his contract was ending.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina came from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and advance to the quarter-finals, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez sealing the turnaround in stoppage time. Egypt protested controversial officiating decisions, including a disallowed goal and a red card to a coaching staff member.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 on Monday to advance to the quarter-finals, with midfielder Mikel Merino scoring the winner in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup campaign, with the Portuguese captain playing in his sixth edition of the tournament.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has called on the government and football authorities to pay outstanding allowances to players ahead of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, stating that the players have not received allowances for the previous two matches and that payment would boost their morale.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has assured Kenyans that the 60,000-capacity Talanta Stadium along Ngong Road in Nairobi is nearing completion and will be one of the best stadiums in the world, describing it as the first international stadium to be built in Kenya since Kasarani Stadium's completion in 1987.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama has called on retired footballers to mentor young players and help prepare them for life beyond football through sports education. He also urged the government and sports federations to actively involve retired athletes in developing the next generation of Kenyan talent, drawing on systems from countries with more advanced football programs.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia have released goalkeeper Gad Mathew following the expiry of his contract at the technical bench's recommendation. The club is considering replacing him with AFC Leopards' Francis Katasi among other goalkeepers.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi's Argentina play Egypt on Tuesday in a World Cup last-16 match, with the winner advancing to face Switzerland or Colombia in the semi-finals. Argentina are the defending champions while Egypt have never progressed beyond the round of 16.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream ended in a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the last-16 match, with the 41-year-old Portugal captain fighting back tears after a disappointing performance. He said he would leave the tournament with a clear conscience and reflect on what comes next.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Belgium captain Youri Tielemans said his team held a meeting after Folarin Balogun's FIFA reprieve and were motivated to make a statement on the pitch, which they did in a 4-1 thrashing of the United States at the World Cup. The shock FIFA decision suspending Balogun's one-match ban followed an intervention by US President Donald Trump.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was disappointed by backlash over Folarin Balogun's eligibility but insisted it was no excuse for the team's 4-1 round-of-16 loss to Belgium, accusing critics of mixing politics with FIFA's decision.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nottingham Forest hired former Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner on Monday. Glasner left Palace after leading them to UEFA Conference League glory and winning the 2025 FA Cup final against Manchester City.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
After Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup round of 16, Cristiano Ronaldo said he will take time to think about his future rather than make rash decisions, confirming the match was his final World Cup.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB Racing Team will field five crews at the 2026 Rwanda Mountain Gorilla Rally as part of the FIA African Rally Championship. Championship leader Karan Patel heads the team's entry into the July 10–12 event, which has attracted 19 confirmed crews from across Africa.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced that the 60,000-seater Talanta Sports City in Nairobi is nearing completion and will be the first international-standard sports facility constructed in the country since 1987. The government is also constructing 31 other stadia across the country as part of an extensive sports development programme.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Ahmed Fathi, newly unveiled Egyptian head coach of Shabana FC, has declared his ambition to guide the club to the Kenya Premier League title and CAF Champions League qualification, emphasizing hard work and commitment as the foundation for success.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Ports Authority's women's basketball team has stretched their perfect record in the National Women's Basketball Premier League with two recent victories—82-34 over Th3 Swish and 102-46 over Dream Girls—bringing their tally to 30 points from 15 matches with seven regular-season fixtures remaining.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Defending champions Kenya Police and KDF will compete in the second leg of the Kenya National Boxing League at Mama Ngina Waterfront in Mombasa from July 9–11, with the two teams locked on 22 points after the opening leg held in Nakuru.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Kakamega County branch chairman has denied involvement in Butere Boys' disqualification as Western region football champions following irregularities claims after they beat Musingu High 7-6 on penalties in the final. He clarified that appeals are handled by the county director of education through Quality Assurance Officers who investigate and bring findings to KSSSA.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Serena Williams, 44, wants to play singles tournaments before the US Open as part of her comeback, her coach Rennae Stubbs said Tuesday. This differs from her Wimbledon preparation, where she played only doubles and withdrew due to a knee injury after losing in the first round.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB Bank has committed 20 million shillings as Title and Kit Sponsor for the 2026 Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association Term Two Games, with 12 million for kits and trophies and 8 million for fan engagement activities during regional and national championships.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the round of 32, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez securing victory in stoppage time, allowing the holders to reach the quarter-finals.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The European Court of Human Rights ruled that criticizing and insulting football referees is protected by freedom of speech, but suggesting officials are corrupt or criminal exceeds that protection. The court rejected most cases brought by Porto football club and its former officials over punishments for media attacks on referees following matches involving rival Benfica.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Forest Service is holding public consultations on a proposed airstrip at Meru Forest Station designed to improve aviation access for forest management, disaster response, and economic development. The project would occupy 11 hectares, with initial environmental assessments indicating minimal ecological impact; stakeholders can submit comments by July 21.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Forest Service has invited public views on a proposal to construct an airstrip and related infrastructure at Kithoka Beat in the Upper Imenti Forest, Meru County. The planned airstrip is intended to improve aviation access for forest management, emergency response, and regional economic development, and is expected to occupy approximately 11 hectares with minimal ecological disruption.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Africa is experiencing a wave of violence against African immigrants driven by citizen-led groups calling for undocumented foreign nationals to leave, with thousands of natives engaging in what the article describes as Afrophobia.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
A French doctor who contracted Ebola while working in eastern DRC has recovered fully without secondary transmission. The world's largest recorded Bundibugyo strain outbreak has recorded 1,549 confirmed cases, 57 recoveries and 495 deaths across three countries, with DRC accounting for over 98 per cent of infections and treatment centres nearing full capacity.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Thousands of people gathered in the Iranian holy city of Qom on Tuesday for the fourth day of funeral proceedings for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in late February during the US-Israeli war against Iran. The remains were lying in state at the Jamkaran Mosque, where mourners paid respects to Khamenei and four relatives killed with him.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Vietnamese police arrested 85 people linked to two "exceptionally large-scale" betting rings worth a combined $133 million, as the government cracks down on illegal gambling during the World Cup. Online gambling is banned in Vietnam, but illegal operations flourish, prompting periodic clampdowns especially during international sporting events.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Health workers in Democratic Republic of Congo's Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak have threatened to strike over unpaid allowances, difficult conditions, and shortages of supplies, risking disruption to contact tracing and patient care. The outbreak has claimed 508 lives from 1,561 confirmed infections, with 75 health workers infected and 17 deaths among medics.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Overnight fighting between inmates from two drug gangs at Negombo Prison killed 26 people, including seven guards, and wounded more than 100, officials said Monday. The Justice Minister described it as the country's deadliest prison riot in years.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The UN's children's agency reported that the war between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces has killed or injured at least 330 children in the first six months of 2026, with more than 200 killed and at least 100 maimed, mostly in Kordofan and Darfur. UNICEF noted that children are being killed and injured in homes, on roads, in markets, and while accessing education and healthcare.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Thousands of people gathered in the Iranian holy city of Qom on Tuesday for the fourth day of funeral proceedings for late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose remains lie in state at the Jamkaran Mosque. Khamenei was killed in late February on the first day of a US-Israeli war against Iran.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and Saudi Arabia have signed a Labour Recruitment and Employment Agreement aimed at strengthening protections for Kenyan migrant workers, including safeguards on ethical recruitment, worker protection, and improved working conditions. The agreement comes amid years of complaints from Kenyan domestic workers in Saudi Arabia reporting physical abuse, unpaid wages, document confiscation, and sexual harassment.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Washington became the world's most polluted major city after a massive Independence Day fireworks show featuring 850,000 fireworks launched in 40 minutes, according to IQAir data. Fine particulate matter spiked dramatically during the display, which was delayed by over an hour due to a thunderstorm.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
More than 500 people have died in the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo since it was declared in mid-May, with 1,561 confirmed cases recorded according to WHO figures. The outbreak has a 32 percent case fatality rate and is concentrated in Ituri province, while two deaths have also been reported in neighbouring Uganda.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nigeria's foreign minister said Monday that the situation for foreigners in South Africa is deteriorating, with anti-immigrant mobs convulsing the country and two Nigerians reported dead under disputed circumstances. Hundreds of Nigerians have already left South Africa amid weeks of violent protests against undocumented immigrants, though those with documents have also been targeted.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The UN's children's agency UNICEF reported that the war in Sudan between the regular army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has killed or injured at least 330 children in the first six months of 2026, including more than 200 killed and at least 100 maimed, mostly in the Kordofan and Darfur regions.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Italy on Monday criticised US President Donald Trump's social media attack on Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ahead of a NATO summit. Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto responded that "people come and go but relations must endure," while Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said transatlantic relations go beyond individual comments.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Fighting between inmates from two drug gangs at a Sri Lankan jail killed 26 people, including seven guards, and wounded more than 100 in the country's deadliest prison riot in years, according to officials. The clashes occurred overnight at Negombo Prison north of Colombo, with victims transported to hospitals for treatment of gunshot injuries and other wounds.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The African Union Commission and Russian Federation have renewed calls for UN Security Council reforms to give Africa permanent representation, describing the current system as a "historical injustice." Both sides pledged to deepen strategic cooperation ahead of an Africa-Russia Summit scheduled for October in Moscow.
7 July 2026 · Capital News →
Prince Harry was in Britain as a High Court judge prepared to rule on his case against Associated Newspapers, the Daily Mail's publisher, for alleged unlawful information gathering. The decision followed an 11-week trial this year, during which several high-profile figures including Elton John and Elizabeth Hurley accused the tabloid publisher of invading their privacy; Harry's lawyers said claimants are seeking "substantial" damages for articles from 1993 to 2018.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The widow of assassinated right-wing activist Charlie Kirk came face-to-face with the 23-year-old man alleged to have killed him during a preliminary hearing in Utah, which will determine if there is sufficient evidence for trial over the September 2025 shooting on a university campus.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Thousands of people took to the streets on Tuesday in the Iranian holy city of Qom during a fourth day of funeral proceedings for late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose remains are lying in state at the Jamkaran Mosque.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Washington became temporarily the most polluted major city in the world following an Independence Day fireworks display that launched 850,000 fireworks in 40 minutes, according to IQAir data. Fine particulate matter levels spiked significantly during the show, which was delayed over an hour by thunderstorm before starting near midnight.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
More than 500 people have died in the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with 1,561 confirmed cases since the outbreak was declared in mid-May, according to World Health Organization figures. The DRC outbreak has a 32 percent case fatality rate and has affected four provinces, with 254 patients recovered and 354 suspected cases under investigation.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hundreds of African nationals from countries including Kenya, Ghana, South Sudan, and Uganda have been confirmed killed while serving in the Russian Armed Forces during the Ukraine war, according to the 'I Want to Live Project' monitoring initiative. International investigators describe this as part of an organized recruitment network that exploits African youth unemployment and migration pressures to supply military manpower for Moscow.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
International religious freedom advocates are criticizing South Korea's detention and prosecution of 95-year-old Shincheonji Church of Jesus Chairman Lee Man-hee, and the remarks of Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho, who announced Lee's indictment and quoted scripture about "false prophets," raising concerns about judicial impartiality and state neutrality toward religion.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Experts link China's growing global influence to rapid economic development, ambitious international initiatives, and expanding role in global stability. As the Communist Party of China marks its 105th anniversary, analysts say the milestone reflects the party's role in transforming China into the world's second-largest economy.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya annually commemorates July 7 Saba Saba Day, when thousands of Kenyans protested in 1990 against one-party rule and demanded multiparty democracy. An opinion piece argues that while those demands were eventually met, the government today increasingly treats public dissent as a security threat, mirroring conditions from the 1990s.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the Kenyan government has failed to address issues raised by young people since the June 25, 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests, instead resorting to intimidation and silencing critics. The writer contends that ongoing problems including corruption, punitive taxes, and police brutality persist due to lack of government goodwill.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Alexander Chagema's opinion piece criticizes Professor Makau Mutua for publicly declaring in July 2020 that he would never work with President Ruto, only to accept a position as Senior Adviser on Constitutional Affairs at State House by April 2025 and become a vocal defender of the government.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece warns that rare earth minerals are strategic resources essential to global technology, energy, and military systems, and that Kenya must protect these national assets from foreign control.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
As northern Kenya's rangelands begin receiving carbon revenues for conservation, communities face critical questions about ownership, value, and benefit distribution. The carbon economy's legitimacy depends on institutional trust and transparent social contracts, beyond technical or administrative frameworks.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece reflects on how Saba Saba (July 7) has been personally and politically inseparable from Raila Odinga for many Kenyans of the writer's generation, though the day originated in the struggle for multiparty democracy. This year's Saba Saba felt markedly different as government warnings against demonstrations kept crowds indoors and the streets quieter than remembered.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Dr. Sitati Olando argues that roads are instruments of statecraft that enable governance, service delivery, and shared prosperity, drawing historical parallels from the Roman Empire and colonial administrations to frame the significance of modern infrastructure investment in Kenya.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →