A driver to Murang'a Governor Irungu Kangata was shot in the chest during a rally disrupted by hired goons in Nyahururu, amid high-stakes politics surrounding the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. The driver was admitted to a local hospital.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
A driver to Murang'a Governor Irungu Kangata was shot in the chest during a rally disrupted by hired goons in Nyahururu, amid high-stakes politics surrounding the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. The driver was admitted to a local hospital.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Violence broke out in Nyandarua County, Kisumu, and Nyahururu during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election campaign, with Linda Mwananchi movement leaders saying they faced a coordinated government-orchestrated crackdown. The incident, including a shooting of Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata's driver during a rally, reflects deepening political tensions ahead of the 2027 General Election.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Hired goons disrupted a Linda Mwananchi Movement rally in Nyahururu, and a driver to Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata was reportedly shot in the chest during the incident amid tensions surrounding the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Political violence broke out during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election campaign in multiple parts of the country, with Linda Mwananchi movement leaders describing it as a coordinated government-orchestrated crackdown. A driver was shot during rally activities in Nyahururu, and the incidents have raised concerns about potential escalation ahead of the 2027 General Election.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
With formal employment scarce, many unemployed youths in Kenya increasingly turn to political rallies, campaigns, demonstrations and activism as sources of temporary income through allowances and daily wages, while politicians exploit economic hardship to mobilise supporters.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya has raised concerns over alleged widespread electoral malpractice in the forthcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, citing reports of voter bribery, misuse of public resources, political intimidation, and violence during the campaign period. The society urged the IEBC to exercise its constitutional mandate independently and reminded political actors that electoral offences are criminal acts undermining constitutional governance.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has for the second time barred Kajiado County Governor Joseph Ole Lenku and county officials from taking over, managing or interfering with Amboseli National Park pending a contempt hearing scheduled for July 24.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Allies of President William Ruto have accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of promoting divisive politics after he urged Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata, the Linda Mwananchi movement, and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to stay away from Ol Kalou campaigns.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission summoned Nakuru Town West MP David Gikaria to appear at 1.30pm after he failed to show for a 9am Monday hearing on electoral code of conduct violations. His personal assistant claimed he was unwell but provided no medical evidence, and the commission warned that failure to honour the rescheduled summons could result in legal consequences.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Irene Kendi, a 39-year-old former Students Organisation of the University of Nairobi deputy president and youth empowerment activist, has announced her intention to run for the presidency in 2027, citing her leadership experience and work as a strategist for Uhuru Kenyatta, William Ruto, and Raila Odinga.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The People's Empowerment Party has welcomed the IEBC's move to operationalise the Election Campaign Financing Act, saying the dormant law since 2013 could reduce money's influence in politics. The party cautioned that spending limits alone would be ineffective without strict enforcement, citing the suspension of limits before the 2017 election.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan politicians are hiring armed thugs for as little as $4 per day to break up rival rallies and attack protesters ahead of next year's elections, according to a Nairobi-based research firm. Goons, often drawn from impoverished communities, are increasingly employed in dozens or hundreds at a time, with police frequently turning a blind eye.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Cotu Secretary-General Francis Atwoli claimed at a church event in Kakamega County that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is secretly bankrolling Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and his Linda Mwananchi team, warning that Sifuna cannot reach the presidency through such support.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court suspended the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission's Sh1.5 million fine against Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia over an alleged breach of the Electoral Code of Conduct. Justice Nabil Mokaya issued interim orders staying implementation of the judgment pending hearing of her judicial review application.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has urged churches to remain sanctuaries of peace and unity, urging religious leaders to use pulpits to promote peace and national cohesion rather than political intolerance. He said Kenya's progress depends on leaders and citizens embracing inclusivity while rejecting politics that divide communities along ethnic, regional and political lines.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has certified as urgent a contempt application seeking to jail National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula for at least one month or fine him Sh725,017 for each political engagement for allegedly violating court orders issued on July 8, 2026, that restrained him from participating in partisan political campaigns.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka said the opposition is determined to give the country a suitable presidential candidate who will defeat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, while asserting he is best placed to do so but will support any opposition candidate.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
A three-year Women, Peace and Security programme funded by Denmark's Ministry of Foreign Affairs with Sh300 million has been launched in 10 counties to increase women's participation in peace and security ahead of the 2027 General Election. The initiative, running from 2026 to 2028 and implemented by Act Change Transform, aims to strengthen implementation of Kenya's National Action Plan III on Women, Peace and Security.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The National Police Service has warned political actors and supporters against engaging in violence and disrupting lawful gatherings, following incidents in Kisumu City and Nyahururu Town. The NPS said it would deal firmly with criminal gangs and individuals involved in political violence, insisting that no person is above the law regardless of political affiliation.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen claimed that police are fighting goonism and political violence, stating that over 20 suspects had been arrested in connection with incidents in Kisumu and Nyahururu that left two people dead. Murkomen called on the Judiciary to impose severe punishment on the suspects to discourage the culture.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
EALA MP Kanini Kega was attacked in Ol Joro Orok, Nyandarua County, after attending a DCP rally, and was pursued by armed police officers from Ol Kalou to Kasuku, where he fled on foot. According to eyewitness Lawyer Ndegwa Wahome, officers damaged Kega's vehicle extensively with rifle butts after failing to find him, and a rifle butt with live ammunition was recovered at the scene.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya has opposed calls to postpone the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election over alleged campaign irregularities, arguing that voters should not be punished for candidates' misconduct. LSK President Charles Kanjama said the IEBC and enforcement agencies should investigate and prosecute offenders under existing electoral laws rather than deny voters their constitutional right to elect a representative.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has criticized ODM leader Dr Oburu Odinga for advising President William Ruto to exercise benevolent dictatorship, saying it is inconsistent with the democracy advocacy for which Oburu's late brother Raila spent much of his life fighting. Mwangangi called on Oburu to withdraw the statement and apologize to Kenyans.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
One week after violence erupted during Linda Mwananchi rallies in Keumbu, Kisii, leaving one person dead and several injured, the family of Vincent Osiemo is calling for accountability. The family has expressed frustration that seven arrested suspects were released after court files reportedly went missing.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku has been summoned to appear in the High Court on July 24 to answer contempt proceedings over allegations that he defied conservatory orders suspending the transfer of Amboseli National Park to the county government; he faces a possible six-month jail term. The court barred the county government and governor from entering, taking over, or implementing the Deed of Transfer dated 14th October 2025, pending the hearing.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Chief Justice Martha Koome has established a new Tribunals Appeals Division of the High Court at Milimani Law Courts in Nairobi, operational from July 1, to hear appeals from specialised tribunals (except the Tax Appeals Tribunal) and improve access to justice and expedite dispute resolution.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Law Society of Kenya has condemned all forms of violence, intimidation, incitement and lawlessness ahead of the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, warning that such actions threaten constitutional rights and democratic participation. LSK President Charls Kanjama called on political actors, candidates, public officers and state agencies to uphold the Constitution and reject electoral malpractice, and announced that LSK will deploy accredited election observers.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
An Infotrak survey ranks a presidential ticket pairing Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the most preferred United Opposition combination ahead of the 2027 General Election, garnering 23 per cent support.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga Governor Ann Waiguru led campaign activities for a UDA candidate in Ol Kalou.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is hearing voter bribery charges against Nakuru East MP David Gikaria.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An Infotrak survey shows President William Ruto is the most popular presidential aspirant ahead of the 2027 General Election with 32% support, strongest in North Eastern (59%), Rift Valley (46%), and Nyanza (40%). Kalonzo Musyoka came second with 13%, while Edwin Sifuna and Fred Matiang'i tied at 12%.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is the most preferred running mate for President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election with 34 per cent approval, according to Infotrak research, ahead of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga at 11 per cent and Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga at 9 per cent.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku has been summoned to appear before the High Court on July 24, 2026, to answer contempt proceedings over the alleged disobedience of court orders suspending the transfer of Amboseli National Park to Kajiado County Government. If found guilty, he faces a possible six-month jail term.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has emerged as the most popular political figure among Kenya's Gen Z voters in an Infotrak survey conducted in June 2026, commanding 20 per cent support among voters aged 18–26, while President William Ruto remains the most preferred presidential candidate overall with 32 per cent support.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o and County Commissioner Mohamed Ramadhan Mwabudzo have vowed to intensify security operations following Sunday's violence at St. Stephen's Cathedral in Milimani that killed two people and injured another, describing it as organised criminal conduct and pledging to pursue those involved in planning, financing and executing the attack.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
An Infotrak Research survey shows UDA commands 22 per cent national support, marginally ahead of ODM's 21 per cent, while 29 per cent of respondents identify with no political party ahead of the 2027 General Election.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
An Infotrak survey found that 23 per cent of respondents prefer a Kalonzo Musyoka-Edwin Sifuna presidential ticket as the opposition's choice for the next General Election, ahead of other combinations tested, though 21 per cent remained undecided.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has emerged as the leading choice for running mate in President Ruto's broad-based government, with 34 per cent of respondents supporting him, well ahead of other contenders. However, 37 per cent of respondents said they were undecided or did not know who should occupy the position.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
An Infotrak poll shows President William Ruto commanding 32 percent support among voters, more than double Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka's 13 percent, with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i tied in third place at 12 percent each ahead of the 2027 General Election.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
A new Infotrak survey finds that 33 percent of Kenyans support the broad-based government arrangement bringing together leaders from different political parties, while 37 percent oppose it and 27 percent are neutral. Support is strongest in Nyanza and North Eastern regions, while opposition is highest in Nairobi.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Fourteen suspects were arraigned in court on Monday after weekend violence in Kisumu and Nyahururu that left two people dead, several injured, nine motorcycles torched, and a police vehicle damaged. The National Police Service said those arrested face charges linked to the unrest and warned that anyone engaging in political violence would face the full force of the law.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
The High Court has temporarily suspended an IEBC decision requiring Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia to pay a KSh1.5 million fine, staying the judgment's implementation pending the hearing of her application challenging the decision.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece reflects on the Ol Kalou by-election as an opportunity to assess whether Kenya's electoral systems, political actors and public institutions are prepared to safeguard constitutional democratic values ahead of the 2027 General Election, while examining the newly constituted IEBC's responsibility to conduct free, fair and credible elections and rebuild public confidence.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku told youth leaders from Mt Kenya East in Meru County to focus on development and economic empowerment through constructive government engagement rather than political confrontation, warning against politicians exploiting youth frustration for divisive political agendas.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and Law Society of Kenya have renewed calls for greater accountability, stronger institutions and citizen participation in the fight against corruption during African Anti-Corruption Day commemorations. EACC Chairperson David Oginde said the commission is increasingly focusing on preventing corruption before it occurs rather than solely prosecuting offenders.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto dismissed concerns about an Ksh.80 million state lodge being built in Meru County, stating the government has earmarked approximately Ksh.40 billion in development projects in the region including affordable housing, markets, roads, and bridges.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police have arrested 200 suspects in Kisumu over the past two weeks as part of an ongoing security operation, County Commissioner Ramadhan Mwabudzo said on Monday. The crackdown follows deadly violence at an ACK Cathedral on Sunday that left two people dead, which Governor Anyang' Nyong'o characterized as a premeditated criminal operation.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has condemned escalating political violence and electoral malpractices ahead of the Ol Kalou Constituency by-election, citing reports of voter bribery, intimidation, gang attacks, unlawful campaigns, and destruction of property. The IEBC has warned it could postpone or cancel the poll if violations continue, and violence has reportedly spread to neighbouring Gilgil Constituency.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria is scheduled to appear before the IEBC Code of Conduct Enforcement Committee on Tuesday after the panel rejected his claims of non-service and medical inability, granting a final 24-hour adjournment. The committee ruled that electronic service via his phone number was valid and found no medical evidence, while also confirming the IEBC's legal mandate to investigate breaches of its Electoral Code of Conduct.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kenyan Counter Terrorism Policing's Special Operations Group conducted an intelligence-led operation on an al-Shabaab camp near the Somalia border, killing 11 terrorists and injuring seven others. Three PKM guns and approximately 409 ammunitions were recovered from the group of roughly 30 militants who were preparing to attack a border village.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
The IEBC reminded candidates and voters of electoral rules for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election on July 16, including that campaigns must end at 6 p.m. three days before polling and voters must present an original national identity card or valid passport to vote.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
EALA MP Kanini Nega claimed he narrowly survived an armed attack by security officers who chased his vehicle and opened fire, after which he took refuge in a nearby house. In a video released Monday, Nega alleged the incident involved police and addressed President William Ruto, saying "You are not going to kill us unless you kill all of us."
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Campaigns concluded in Ol Kalou Constituency on Monday with leading candidates holding final rallies to mobilize support for Thursday's by-election. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen assured residents of enhanced security before, during and after the vote.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's deepening culture of organized crime and hired goons is fuelling anxiety ahead of next year's General Election, with political leaders, religious figures and security chiefs at odds over rising violence that some warn could tip the country toward lawlessness. Siaya Governor James Orengo and United Green Movement leader David Maraga have likened the situation to Haiti's political collapse.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has temporarily suspended enforcement of an IEBC decision requiring Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia to pay Sh1.5 million over alleged hate speech during Ol Kalou by-election campaigns, pending the hearing of her substantive legal challenge.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen confirmed the arrest of 20 people following weekend violence in Kisumu and Nyahururu, and ordered a nationwide intelligence-led operation to dismantle organized criminal gangs and arrest their financiers. Murkomen directed the Inspector General of Police to pursue armed gangs and their sponsors, warning politicians against mobilising or financing criminal groups.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
More Kenyan employees are turning to digital salary advance solutions to manage short-term financial pressures, driven by changing employee expectations and adoption of digital financial tools that offer flexibility in managing personal finances between paydays.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's economy grew by 5.3 per cent in the first quarter of 2025, with all key sectors registering positive growth as the economy recovered from weather shocks experienced in the previous year.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan employees are increasingly using digital salary advance solutions to manage short-term financial pressures, driven by changing expectations and the adoption of digital financial tools that offer flexibility in managing personal finances between paydays.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan businesses are ready to shift from diesel generators to grid power to reduce costs and emissions, but grid constraints and high connection fees are slowing the transition.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Vihiga County Government has accelerated implementation of its five-year strategic plan to strengthen markets, expand financial inclusion, and promote partnerships across trade, tourism, and cooperative sectors. The plan aims to address structural challenges that have slowed economic growth and foster inclusive socio-economic development through multi-sectoral collaboration.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has established the National Infrastructure Fund with approximately Sh347 billion capitalised from partial privatisation of Safaricom and Kenya Pipeline Company, positioning it as one of Africa's largest pools of development capital. The Fund aims to mobilise long-term equity capital and systematically develop nationally significant infrastructure through commercially viable enterprises.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The United Kingdom and Kenya have begun negotiations on a Digital Trade Agreement aimed at expanding cross-border digital commerce and reducing business barriers. The agreement is the next phase of the UK-Kenya Strategic Partnership signed in July 2025, and is expected to simplify digital trade, support innovation and improve market access for both countries.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
One year after signing a Strategic Partnership, Kenya and the UK have seen bilateral trade exceed Sh340 billion for the first time, with British companies employing approximately 250,000 Kenyans and infrastructure projects expected to create over 100,000 jobs. The partnership includes flagship initiatives such as an infrastructure investment fund at the Nairobi Securities Exchange and the Nairobi Railway City project, backed by approximately £150 million.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
TECNO has released EllaClaw, an AI agent in closed beta that can understand user requests, plan steps, use tools, and complete tasks independently—such as reminding users to bring an umbrella, summarizing their day, or booking rides through apps.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Vivo Energy Kenya has opened its 350th Shell service station, Shell Basic 58 in Nakuru, marking the company's continued expansion in Kenya's fuel retail sector and its 11th outlet in the town.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
First Energy Africa Oil has appointed Simon Akit, a resource financier who has raised more than $5 billion in equity and debt financing, and Frederick Kozak, a former analyst with over 40 years of experience in Africa and South America, as directors. The move reflects a shift in Africa's energy sector where access to capital and fiscal stability are becoming as critical to project success as geology.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Drought Management Authority has unveiled a nationwide road race campaign scheduled for August 8, 2026, in Samburu County to raise Sh130.8 million for climate resilience and water projects in Isiolo, Samburu, Laikipia and Meru counties. The initiative, implemented with Athletics Kenya, aims to mobilise resources and support for communities affected by recurring drought.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Agricultural biotechnology offers practical tools to help Kenyan farmers address challenges like unpredictable weather, pests, and declining soil fertility, but science communication is essential because people must understand and trust these innovations for them to be widely adopted.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Surveys by the World Health Organization and Health Action International have found that medicine prices in Kenya's private sector are often several times higher than international reference prices, meaning Kenyans pay multiple times more for the same medicines than people in India or the UK.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Bungoma County has reduced HIV mother-to-child transmissions from 14 per cent to 8 per cent over the past year through collaboration between county government, healthcare workers, and development partners. The county recognises 100 children who have remained HIV-free for two years despite being born to mothers living with the virus.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and Basic Needs Basic Rights Kenya organised a mental health reporting training in Kakamega for journalists from Kisumu, Kakamega, Busia and Siaya counties to equip them with skills on responsible mental health reporting, promote self-care among media practitioners, and encourage balanced reporting that reduces stigma surrounding mental illness.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Alberto Gomez, a 36-year-old Spanish teacher living with ichthyosis, a rare genetic skin disorder that prevents him from sweating, cannot cool himself naturally during extreme heat. As Spain experiences increasingly intense summers, Gomez and others with the condition must constantly monitor their bodies to avoid life-threatening overheating.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Paul Wambua, a Jua Kali vendor, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in March 2024 after experiencing severe headaches and blurry vision, facing a Sh2.5 million medical bill for treatment.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Director of Public Prosecutions Renson Ingonga has cautioned students against arson attacks on school property, warning that those found responsible will face the full force of the law, including possible life imprisonment. He urged students to use dialogue to resolve grievances rather than resorting to violence and destruction of property.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Surveys by the World Health Organization and Health Action International found that medicine prices in Kenya's private sector are often several times higher than international reference prices, with Kenyans paying multiple times more for the same medicines than people in India or the United Kingdom.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Many people now seek emotional support and confide in AI chatbots rather than friends or family, particularly during difficult moments when they find solace through their mobile devices.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nearly 90 per cent of Kenyan women now deliver in health facilities, yet hundreds continue to die from preventable pregnancy and childbirth complications annually. Health experts say the crisis is no longer about access to care but about the quality of care mothers receive once they arrive at hospitals and health centres.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
A five-storey building under construction collapsed at Twiga beach in Watamu, Kilifi County on Monday, killing one worker and injuring several others. The controversial building was reportedly being constructed within 60 meters of the high-water mark, which is illegal, though the investor allegedly received approvals despite community and conservationist protests.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Police killed Vincent Ochieng, a man they say was involved in an armed robbery at Chaiiwali Hotel restaurant in Westlands, after he allegedly opened fire from a kitchen window when detectives raided his girlfriend's house in Machakos County. Officers recovered a loaded Beretta pistol, ammunition, and three phones from the scene.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
A man was killed and another seriously injured during violent clashes outside St. Stephen ACK Church in Kisumu on Sunday, when armed groups confronted each other outside a church service attended by Siaya Governor James Orengo and Linda Mwananchi movement leaders. Police responded after reports of armed men gathering outside the church; nine motorcycles were set on fire and a government vehicle was damaged during the incident.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Police in Kahawa West arrested four suspects and seized 3,800 litres of Kangara and 60 litres of Chang'aa during a raid in the Soweto area on Sunday, also confiscating brewing apparatus. The suspects are being held at Kahawa West Police Station awaiting arraignment.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Kenyan family in India seeking cancer treatment for the husband illustrates how medical expenses for cancer are driving families into financial hardship and debt.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Universities Fund has urged 202,133 students placed in public universities for 2026/2027 to apply for government scholarships through the Higher Education Financing portal before the September 6 deadline. The Government has allocated KSh30.8 billion to the Universities Fund for scholarships in 2026/2027, up from KSh18.4 billion in the previous financial year.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
A thick, persistent smell rising from the Winam Gulf is spreading across Kisumu's lakeside settlements including Dunga Beach, Nyamasaria, Nyalenda and Kisian, drifting into homes, fish markets and public spaces near the shoreline.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kisumu Central MP Joshua Oron has condemned a violent robbery attack on students living near Uzima University that occurred Sunday night, in which suspected criminals assaulted and robbed occupants of student hostels. Oron called on police and security agencies to swiftly identify and prosecute those responsible, and expressed sympathy with the affected students.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kenyan religious scholars have endorsed a petition to the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention and the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, urging humanitarian review of the detention of 95-year-old Shincheonji Church of Jesus Chairman Man-Hee Lee, citing religious freedom and due process concerns.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Nairobi seized 3,860 litres of illicit alcohol comprising 3,800 litres of Kangara and 60 litres of Chang'aa, along with brewing equipment, during a raid on an illegal brewing den in Kahawa West's Soweto area on July 12, with four suspects arrested.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
The government has urged 2025 KCSE candidates placed in public universities to apply for scholarships under the Student-Centred Funding Model, with Ksh.30.8 billion allocated to support 202,133 students for the 2026/2027 academic year. Applications are open through the Higher Education Financing Portal until September 6.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Rael Achieng discusses the realities of raising two children living with sickle cell disease, including frequent hospital visits, daily medication with hydroxyurea, and financial challenges. The article highlights the importance of early diagnosis and the need for greater awareness and support for affected families.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o and County Commissioner Ramadhan Mwabudzo vowed to fully investigate and prosecute violence in Milimani on Sunday that left two young men dead and destroyed property including a vehicle and motorcycles. Eight suspects were arrested and set to be arraigned in court Monday.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As the cost of living rises, many office workers in Nairobi are increasingly turning to affordable street foods such as smokies, chapatis, and samosas during lunch breaks. Workers cite insufficient wages and the unaffordability of more substantial meals as reasons for relying on these pocket-friendly options.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
John Ndiritu Muriithi, the prime suspect in the murder of Nyeri businesswoman Joy Kanini, has been ordered to remain in police custody for 21 days to allow detectives to complete investigations and conduct a mental assessment. Muriithi was arrested last week during an operation at Timau along the Nanyuki-Isiolo road.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Security agencies in Kisumu arrested 200 youths and detained eight key suspects following a deadly attack outside St. Stephen's ACK Cathedral that left two people dead and several injured. The violence erupted when an armed group allegedly attacked members of the Linda Mwananchi political faction arriving for a church service.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
Dr. Abidan Mwachi, National Chairman of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union, has been accepted as an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a recognition awarded to surgeons whose education, training, professional achievements and ethical standards meet the College's requirements.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spotify data shows that users aged 18–24 in Nairobi accounted for 53.7 per cent of all streams in June 2026, giving the Kenyan capital the highest concentration of Gen Z listeners among three African cities analysed, with Lagos at 44.4 per cent and Johannesburg at 29.9 per cent. Young listeners in Nairobi are embracing a diverse mix of sounds reflecting regional and international influences, with dancehall emerging as the fastest-growing genre.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Junior golfer Aryan Joseph, aged 15, won the Members Invitational tournament at Nyali Golf and Country Club in Mombasa with 40 Stableford points, finishing ahead of senior and veteran players in a 155-player field.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Joseph Mwangi, Nanyuki Sports Club chairman, won the fourth leg of the 2026 Duracoat Golf Masters series with 45 stableford points. Jenny Wachuka topped the ladies category with the same score.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has gifted the Kenya Junior Starlets under-17 team Sh1 million following their 3-1 victory over South Africa, which secured their qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United have completed the signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea in a deal worth 50 million pounds, comprising an initial £48m fee plus £2m in add-ons, with Chelsea securing a 10% sell-on clause. Santos becomes the first permanent signing under Michael Carrick at Old Trafford.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Italy's Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev in four sets to claim his second consecutive Wimbledon title and fifth Grand Slam crown, drawing within two majors of rival Carlos Alcaraz.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Erling Haaland scored seven goals across four matches for Norway in the World Cup before England defeated the team 2–1 in the quarter-finals, with Jude Bellingham scoring both goals. Haaland said the World Cup experience has changed him and grown his profile.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain's Lamine Yamal, hoping to win the World Cup as a teenager like Kylian Mbappe did in 2018, faces France and their superstar captain in Tuesday's semi-final. Yamal has already impressed in major tournaments, scoring in Euro 2024's semi-final against France when he was 16.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kasarani Youth and Sombea Boxing Clubs are positioning themselves as contenders against league champions Kenya Police and Kenya Open champions Kenya Defence Forces. At the second leg of the league championships in Mombasa, KDF won with 27 points, Police finished second with 16 points, Kasarani Youth third with eight points, and Sombea fourth with six points.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Junior Starlets secured their second consecutive qualification for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa. Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has called for sustained government and FKF investment in women's football preparation for the tournament in Morocco from October to November 2026, citing ongoing concerns over unpaid allowances.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The NFL held its third annual Africa flag football competition at Nairobi's Nyayo Stadium, with Egypt winning the men's tournament and Nigeria winning the women's event. The competition, which featured teams from Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria and South Africa, included a talent-spotting session as the league seeks to expand its presence in the African market.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's National Olympic Committee says the team is ready for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow (July 23–August 2), with officials promising improved athlete welfare, logistics, and equipment to avoid past administrative problems. Preparations have been underway at Kasarani since mid-June, with the first batch of athletes scheduled to depart for Scotland on July 15.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino says the federation will examine a 64-team World Cup format after the 2026 tournament, citing the success of the current 48-team expansion and the need for the competition to be inclusive of all nations and regions.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bandari FC have named former Tusker FC tactician Charles Okere as head coach, succeeding Bernard Mwalala. Okere was assistant coach at Tusker during their Football Kenya Premier League title wins in 2020/21 and 2023.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisumu All Stars have started pre-season training ahead of the new National Super League season. Head coach Rashid Ochieng said the club is assessing the squad and identifying areas to strengthen, attributing last season's struggles to the withdrawal of sponsorship by Kisumu County Government, which disrupted the club's plans and led to the departure of key players.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB Rugby Club head coach Andrew Amonde says his team is ready for the 2026 National Sevens Circuit after winning the Juja 7s tournament on Sunday, defeating Blak Blad 22-5 in the final. The National Sevens Circuit begins with the Prinsloo Sevens in Nakuru on July 25.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Slaven Bilic, who previously coached Croatia from 2006 to 2012, has been unanimously appointed as the country's national football team head coach, replacing Zlatko Dalic who resigned after Croatia's World Cup exit.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Judo Federation head coach Zablon Masha is working to make judo more inclusive by creating training opportunities for people living with disabilities, particularly those who are visually impaired and physically disabled. Masha believes judo can empower disabled individuals by building confidence, teaching self-defence, and providing skills that improve their lives and can become a source of income.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Stanbic Aces defeated USIU Flames 63-46 in a National Women's Basketball Premier League match over the weekend. Coach Maurice Obilo said the team did not play well but are picking up slowly, attributing their sluggish performance to disrupted training caused by evening rains and work commitments at the bank.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya hosted the World Rafting Cup and African Rafting Championships 2026 at Sagana on the Tana River, the first time the prestigious event was held on African soil. Kenya emerged as the continent's top performer, winning the mixed team title, both para-rafting events, and six gold medals across the competition, securing direct qualification for the World Rafting Championships in Argentina.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nanyuki Sports Club chairman Joseph Mwangi won the fourth leg of the 2026 Duracoat Golf Masters at his home club with 45 stableford points. Jenny Wachuka claimed the Lady Winner title with the same score.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A persistent, suffocating smell rising from Winam Gulf near Kisumu is spreading across lakeside settlements, beaches, fish markets and transport hubs, reflecting a broader pollution crisis affecting Lake Victoria.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Forest-adjacent communities in Iyale Hills, Taita Sub-county are conserving Kenya's cloud forests while creating sustainable livelihoods, demonstrating that saving this globally threatened ecosystem can go hand in hand with economic development.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
A persistent and sometimes suffocating smell now rises from the Winam Gulf along Kisumu's shores at dawn, spreading across Dunga Beach, Nyamasaria, Nyalenda, Kisian and surrounding lakeside settlements, drifting into homes, fish markets, roadside eateries and public transport stages near the shoreline.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An expert panel of doctors, academics, youth representatives and parents will deliver recommendations on Monday to help the European Union decide whether to ban children from social media. Greece, France and Spain have pushed for limiting minors' access, and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen has tasked the panel to advise on how the bloc should address the issue, with a legal proposal expected this summer.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Ukraine's allies, including at least 25 heads of state and President Zelensky, will meet in Paris on Monday as part of the Coalition of the Willing to reaffirm support for Ukraine and step up pressure on Russia, with the summit pushing for a ceasefire and renewed peace talks.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The United States struck Iran for a second consecutive day, prompting Iranian Revolutionary Guards to announce new attacks on Gulf nations including Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait. The escalation centres on competing claims over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran announcing a closure of the strategic waterway and the US asserting it remains open to maritime traffic.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Researchers from Imperial College London, the Met Office and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine estimate that at least 2,700 people died in England and Wales due to heatwaves in May and June, with 42% of those deaths attributed to human-induced warming.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Ukrainian drone strikes killed four people mostly outside Moscow on Monday, while Russian strikes on Ukraine killed at least six including on a cargo ship, officials said. The strikes occurred as Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky prepared to meet allies in Paris to discuss ending the almost four-and-a-half-year war.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Middle East has experienced US and Iranian attacks of unprecedented scale since an April ceasefire, with fighting over the Strait of Hormuz jeopardizing peace efforts. Iran's foreign ministry said it would stop complying with a June framework agreement if Washington failed to meet its commitments, though Tehran said it was continuing talks with mediators from Qatar, Pakistan and Oman.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
A South Korean court sentenced former president Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison for illegally receiving free opinion polls in exchange for political support. The ruling adds to Yoon's legal troubles, as he is already in detention appealing a life sentence for leading an insurrection through martial law in 2024.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
South Sudan is intensifying preparedness as the Democratic Republic of Congo's 17th Ebola outbreak surges, with projections showing the outbreak advancing northwards. According to South Sudan's Acting WHO Representative, the risk of importation remains high due to cross-border movements and trade, though no confirmed cases have been reported in the country yet.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Israel will hold a general election on October 27, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeking to remain in power against rivals including former military chief Gadi Eisenkot, who founded his own party in 2025 after serving in Netanyahu's war cabinet.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The US and Iran exchanged strikes over the weekend, with the US conducting more than 140 strikes across Iran in response to Iranian attacks on a ship. Iran claimed to have closed the Strait of Hormuz and launched wide-ranging attacks on US bases and allies including Jordan, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Bahrain, marking an escalation in hostilities.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
The European Union and Britain announced coordinated sanctions against Russia on Monday over cyber attacks in Europe, accusing Moscow's FSB intelligence agency of involvement. Brussels sanctioned nine people and four entities while London added 24 names to its blacklist, citing Russia's stepped-up "hybrid" campaign to destabilise Europe over four years into the war in Ukraine.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
California and 11 other US states have filed a lawsuit to block Paramount Skydance's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the merger—the largest in Hollywood history—threatens competition in film and television and would lead to higher prices and lower quality content.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
The official death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes on June 24 rose to 4,490 by July 13, with 16,740 injured and over 19,500 people living in camps due to destruction in Caracas and the coastal state of La Guaira.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Trump administration announced a sweeping campaign against the ICC, accusing it of posing "an intolerable threat to US sovereignty" and vowing to pressure other countries to withdraw from the court and cut financial support. The campaign aims to "systematically disable the ICC's ability to operate, target American servicemen or officials, or otherwise threaten American sovereignty."
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nine workers were killed at a waste-to-energy plant in western India after a garbage heap from an adjacent landfill collapsed onto an administrative building following heavy rains, trapping 23 people inside. Fourteen others were rescued alive, and the plant has suspended operations pending safety assessments.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At least 2,700 people died in England and Wales as a result of heatwaves that struck in May and June, according to a study by researchers from Imperial College London, the Met Office and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. The UK and most of Europe experienced two unprecedented heatwaves with monthly records of 35.1°C and 37.7°C in England.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar in Bangkok killed at least 27 people and injured dozens on Sunday evening, making it the deadliest such incident in Thailand for almost two decades, according to officials.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The British High Commissioner to Kenya says the UK is expanding its security partnership with Kenya to address cybercrime, artificial intelligence risks, and organised immigration crime, beyond traditional counterterrorism operations. The partnership, formalized in the UK-Kenya Strategic Partnership signed in July 2025, aims to support Kenya's security priorities across the Horn of Africa region.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
A Port Sudan court has sentenced Rapid Support Forces leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo and 15 others to death in absentia for war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, and attacks on civilians and public facilities, including the killing of West Darfur Governor Khamis Abbakar in June 2023. UN experts estimated between 10,000 and 15,000 people, mostly from the Massalit ethnic community, were killed during violence in El Geneina.
13 July 2026 · Capital News →
An American Ebola patient has arrived in Germany for treatment, the Berlin health ministry confirmed on Monday. The humanitarian worker had been in Bunia, in the northeastern Ituri province of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the outbreak is centered.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A bus swerved off a bridge in western Ivory Coast on Monday, killing 24 people and injuring 36 of 69 people on board while travelling from Odienne to Yamoussoukro. The transport ministry said rescue teams are working to find missing victims.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Principal Secretary for East African Community Affairs said the government is prioritizing secure and efficient borders to facilitate trade and attract investment across the region. Kenya currently accounts for about 35 percent of total intra-EAC exports.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece questions whether bans on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook address the real problem of child safety online, noting that such restrictions could simply push conversations to messaging apps and gaming platforms that escape current legal definitions.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the UN has failed to deliver on its founding mandate of keeping peace and defending human rights, citing the Article 27 veto power held by permanent Security Council members as a fatal flaw that allows countries to block action serving their national interests rather than the global good.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
In times of hardship and draconian governance, youth have driven defiant activism across colonial and post-colonial Kenya, from Harry Thuku's 1922 confrontation to Gen Z's recent actions, serving as rays of hope against oppression even as the beneficiaries of their resistance often differ from those who risked their lives.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's new university funding model, which ties resources to student enrollment, has shifted institutional priorities from scholarship to student recruitment, forcing lecturers to function as sales representatives rather than researchers.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's politics has long been driven by ethnic demographics ("tyranny of numbers"), but an even greater threat is civic ignorance—the failure of citizens to hold leaders accountable between elections. The author emphasizes that frontier counties like Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Marsabit, Isiolo and Tana River face particular challenges in building informed, engaged democracies.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece examines whether banning social media for children would effectively address concerns over mental health and online safety, or whether conversations would simply shift to messaging apps and gaming platforms outside the legal definition of "social media."
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's pattern of annual Finance Bills creates anxiety among local and foreign investors, forcing businesses to repeatedly adjust operations and spending on compliance. The writer says businesses prioritize certainty over low taxes, and points to the June 2024 protests over the Finance Bill—which left over 60 dead and caused lasting disruption—as evidence of the damage this ritual causes.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that a public participation forum on the proposed Imenti State Lodge, Airstrip and golf course inside Imenti Forest was a "sham," with a lawyer denied the microphone, conservationists jeered and removed by security, and the Kenya Forest Service proceeding despite an Environment and Land Court suspension order due to inadequate notice of venue change.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that teachers' mental health must become a national priority in Kenya, as their emotional and psychological well-being directly influences instruction quality, learner motivation and academic achievement. The piece notes that teaching has become increasingly demanding, with teachers managing heavy workloads including lesson preparation, marking, supervision, meetings, and counselling, often with classes exceeding sixty learners in public schools.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →