City Hall's urban planning has been scrutinized for approving the construction of a septic tank between two apartments in Pangani, Nairobi.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
City Hall's urban planning has been scrutinized for approving the construction of a septic tank between two apartments in Pangani, Nairobi.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Mary Wambui Mungai, who rose from a clerical officer at the Ministry of Health to build a sprawling business empire including government contracts, a luxury hotel, and leadership of a powerful regulatory body, now faces the potential ruin of that empire.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Ol Kalou residents are voting to select their next MP in an election marked by massive voter bribery, intimidation, and property destruction. The contest has been notably tense due to cutthroat competition between government and UDA supporters versus opposition forces led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
An international observer group has warned that Kenya faces an 84% chance of experiencing post-election violence in the 2027 presidential elections, amid ongoing security concerns in Ol Kalou where goons and suspected police officers have been spreading terror.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The IEBC has fined Gikaria Sh2.5 million over utterances related to Ol Kalou.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has temporarily suspended President William Ruto's Executive Order No. 2 of 2023 that placed the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) under the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, pending the hearing and determination of a constitutional petition challenging the directive. The court restored the legal position that existed before the order was issued to protect the constitutional issues raised in the petition.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Mary Wambui Mungai, who rose from a clerical officer at the Ministry of Health to build a sprawling business empire that included multi-billion-shilling government contracts, a luxury hotel, and a chairpersonship of a powerful regulatory body, now faces the potential ruin of that empire.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
An Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for tomorrow has been marked by massive voter bribery, intimidation, and property destruction in competition between government and UDA supporters versus opposition forces led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
An international observer group has warned that Kenya could experience unprecedented electoral violence in the 2027 presidential elections, as violence continues in areas like Ol Kalou.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
PLP leader Martha Karua has called on the Ruto administration to urgently address rising cases of gender-based violence, femicide, child disappearances and insecurity, citing failures in governance, policing and the justice system that leave women and children vulnerable.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua is facing pressure from UDA leaders in Ukambani to dissolve his Maendeleo Chap Chap party and fully back President William Ruto's re-election bid.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Siaya Governor James Orengo and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino have indicated they intend to hire their own security to protect themselves from goons.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin have been summoned a second time to appear before the High Court on Monday to explain the whereabouts of three men who allegedly disappeared after being abducted by suspected security officers.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Senate Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations has questioned whether Vihiga's municipalities enjoy the autonomy envisaged under the law, raising concerns over governance, revenue collection and financial management.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard's editorial criticizes the IEBC for failing to prevent electoral violations during the Ol Kalou by-election campaign, including development projects and subsidized goods distributed for votes. The editorial calls on the IEBC to conduct tomorrow's election with visible neutrality and zero tolerance for police intimidation to restore credibility ahead of 2027.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election's main value lies not in predicting 2027 outcomes but in exposing vulnerabilities in Kenya's electoral process and institutions, including reports of violence, voter bribery, intimidation and toxic political rhetoric.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Election Campaign Financing Act, enacted in 2013, remains unimplemented due to missing regulations despite the law requiring the IEBC to make campaign finance regulations at least 12 months before the August 2027 general election. Parliament has less than one month to put in place the legal framework needed to operationalise the Act, though campaign spending is already underway without these safeguards.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) lawmakers, including EALA MP Kanini Kega, have vowed they will not be intimidated by the state following an attack on Kega on Monday night, which they allege was orchestrated by police. The MPs said they will remain in Ol Kalou and protect their votes ahead of Thursday's parliamentary by-election.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard criticizes President Ruto for not addressing a rising culture of goons in Kenya, noting his silence contrasts with public outcry following violence at political rallies in Nyahururu and Kisumu that left 2 people dead. Deputy President Kindiki spoke on the matter, but the President has remained largely quiet and presidential directives to deal with goons have been infrequent.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Opposition leaders, led by Kalonzo Musyoka, have called on the IEBC to take firm action against individuals violating electoral laws ahead of the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, saying the commission's handling of the poll will test its credibility ahead of the 2027 General Election.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Human Rights Commission has demanded that the IEBC ensure a credible Ol Kalou by-election amid claims of bribery, intimidation and resource misuse. The commission called for an independent, impartial and transparent poll and asked the National Police Service to increase security while ensuring officers remain professional and impartial.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
An LPG storage facility expected to lower cooking gas costs through bulk importing has been delayed until 2028. The delay undermines President Ruto's 2023 pledge to subsidise 6kg cylinder refills to Sh300-500.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja of losing command of the National Police Service, blaming rogue plainclothes officers for insecurity in Ol Kalou ahead of Thursday's parliamentary by-election.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Murang'a Senator Joe Nyutu has accused the government of intimidation in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election and faulted the IEBC for bias and failure to enforce the electoral code of conduct, citing alleged voter bribery and intimidation in previous by-elections in Malava, Mbeere North and Narok Town Ward.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced that the Ol Kalou by-election on July 16 will use electronic identification through KIEMS kits exclusively, with no manual voter register. Voters must present national identity cards or passports and undergo biometric and facial verification, with alphanumeric ID entry as a fallback if those methods fail.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
West Pokot Senator Julius Murgor has accused the county government of widespread procurement irregularities and corruption, claiming contractors linked to county leadership are awarded tenders without fair bidding. He cited a Keringet University project whose cost allegedly rose from Sh60 million to more than Sh80 million despite limited work.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai has escaped charges over links to a June 19, 2026 shooting in the constituency that left three people shot, a bus torched and vehicles vandalised. A magistrate dismissed a police application to extend his investigation period and ordered detectives to charge him or discharge him, and by closing of business yesterday no charges had been preferred.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions have resolved to conduct joint capacity-building programmes for investigators and prosecutors to strengthen collaboration in investigating and prosecuting corruption and money laundering cases.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Senior Advocate Macharia Njeru has accused President William Ruto of setting a tone of lawlessness for government, saying Kenya's leadership lacks political will to uphold the rule of law. Njeru cited the Public Service Commission's irregular recruitment practices and questioned the independence of the National Police Service, arguing that institutions meant to promote accountability have lost independence to the Executive.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has called on the political class to abandon the culture of political violence and the use of hired goons to disrupt public meetings, warning that such acts pose a threat to Kenya's democratic gains ahead of the 2027 General Election.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Under the WANTAM Advisory Committee, a lobby group has unveiled an online voting platform allowing Kenyans to select their preferred opposition candidate for the 2027 General Election. The two-day voting process will occur July 25–26, with candidates including Edwin Sifuna, Rigathi Gachagua, Martha Karua, Kalonzo Musyoka, David Maraga, Okiya Omtatah, and Fred Matiang'i; the top five will advance to a public debate.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan politicians are hiring armed thugs—called "goons"—for as little as 500 shillings ($4) per day to break up rival rallies and attack protesters, with a recent study revealing a rate card ranging from 500 shillings for local councillors to 1,000 shillings for members of parliament.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Law Society of Kenya has launched a push for improved welfare and greater transparency in the recruitment of government lawyers following talks with the Public Service Commission. The LSK is seeking non-practising allowances for public service and in-house lawyers and proposes to observe PSC recruitment interviews for legal positions to enhance transparency and professional standards.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
IEBC Commissioner Alutalala Mukhwana warned that attacks on the commission and unverified political utterances could undermine public trust, potentially leading to rejection of 2027 election results regardless of outcome.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Beretta pistol belonging to Court of Appeal Judge Justice Aggrey Muchelule was recovered by detectives following a shootout with a robbery suspect in Machakos County. The judge reported the firearm missing from his Kitusuru home when police contacted him on July 14, saying he had last checked it in October 2025 and had not noticed the theft.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja of overseeing a security operation aimed at disrupting Thursday's Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, alleging the deployment of more than 2,000 police officers is intended to influence the outcome of the vote.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's High Court dismissed a petition by Rastafarians seeking to legalize cannabis for religious purposes, ruling the petitioners failed to prove that drug laws violate their constitutional rights to freedom of religion and belief. The judge acknowledged the need for broader national conversation on cannabis policy.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku assured Kenyans that the Government is prepared to respond to humanitarian challenges from forecast above-normal rains from October, saying multi-agency preparedness mechanisms have been activated to minimize risks of flooding, landslides and displacement.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Media Sector Working Group has raised alarm over shrinking media space in East Africa, condemning rising attacks on journalists and media houses and calling on governments to respect press freedom. The outfit declared it will not sit back as the Fourth Estate is "being dismantled" in the region, citing military-backed closures and internet blackouts.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki stated that the government is pursuing an all-inclusive development agenda reaching every county, including those previously marginalized, citing roads, electricity, water, markets, and affordable housing as examples of projects now visible across Kenya.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Elections Observation Group has raised concerns over widespread voter bribery, campaign violence, and voter inducement ahead of Thursday's Ol Kalou by-election, warning that these practices could undermine the poll's credibility. ELOG has submitted its findings to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission and says it is now up to the commission to decide whether the by-election should proceed as scheduled.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has temporarily suspended sanctions imposed by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission against Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria, pending the hearing of his case challenging the Electoral Code of Conduct Enforcement Committee's decision. Justice Wilfrida Musyoka certified the application as urgent, noting it concerns conduct during the ongoing Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A petition has been filed at the High Court to stop the Judicial Service Commission from publishing individual performance data of judges and judicial officers, with the petitioner arguing the move lacks a legal framework and threatens judicial independence.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku announced that civil servants will receive a salary increase effective August 1, 2026, covering basic salaries and key allowances as directed by President William Ruto. Ruku also directed all government institutions to migrate their payrolls to the Government Human Resource Information System to ensure legitimate public servants benefit while removing ghost workers.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has temporarily suspended an Executive Order that placed the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) under the Ministry of Interior and National Administration. Petitioners argued that moving IPOA to a ministry that also oversees the National Police Service would compromise its constitutional independence and ability to investigate police misconduct.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Githunguri MP Gathoni wa Muchomba has criticised Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen for failing to decisively tackle the problem of organised goonism in politics, warning it could harm the country ahead of the 2027 General Election and demanding action rather than statements from the Interior Ministry.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan senators have challenged Environment CS Deborah Barasa over weak enforcement of environmental laws, arguing that despite Kenya's comprehensive pollution control legal framework, continued industrial emissions, toxic waste dumping, and water contamination indicate serious implementation gaps. The lawmakers directed much criticism at the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), questioning its effectiveness in enforcing environmental standards.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
Young people in Nairobi have backed a proposed law to establish an official county body to champion youth interests, saying it would enhance their participation in governance and entrepreneurship. The Nairobi City County Youth Empowerment and Service Bill, 2026, is intended to address unemployment, limited economic opportunities, and inadequate youth representation in decision-making.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
The National Assembly's Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education has warned universities and technical training institutions against treating Auditor-General audit queries casually, insisting that accounting officers must uphold transparency and accountability in managing public funds. The committee is examining Auditor-General reports covering 2018/19 to 2024/25 financial years for several education sector institutions.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Human Rights Commission has raised concerns about electoral violence, voter intimidation, voter bribery and misuse of public resources ahead of the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election on July 16, warning that such incidents undermine constitutional provisions and threaten the credibility of the poll. According to KHRC, clashes between rival political supporters have left at least eight people injured, damaged property and disrupted campaign activities in the constituency.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
Justice Wilfrida Musyoka has suspended enforcement of disciplinary measures imposed on Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria by the IEBC, pending determination of a petition challenging the Electoral Code of Conduct Enforcement Committee's decision. The dispute stems from conduct linked to the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, with the case set for mention on July 29, 2026.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba told Parliament that persistent delays in funding to schools, TVET institutions and universities stem from inadequate budget allocations and delayed releases by the National Treasury, rather than the Ministry withholding funds. He said the ministry submits funding requests on time and disburses funds immediately after receiving them, but the gap between the education sector's financial requirements and allocated resources is the core challenge.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission Commissioner Moses Atulala has warned that continued political attacks on the electoral body risk undermining public confidence and could trigger widespread rejection of the 2027 General Election results, regardless of who wins.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
Businesswoman Mary Wambui is at risk of losing all her investments and putting her two daughters in trouble with Equity Bank as personal guarantors, after putting all her eggs in one basket for the Sh8 billion loan.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government has extended the eight per cent VAT rate on petroleum products by three months to continue offering Kenyans relief from high fuel costs, using powers granted by Parliament's April VAT Amendment Act which allows the Treasury Cabinet Secretary to extend the initial three-month relief period.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Atlas Copco, marking 90 years in Kenya, is increasing investment in manufacturing, mining, and sustainable technologies, using Nairobi as a hub serving 14 countries. The company is integrating artificial intelligence and remote monitoring into its services while expanding into vehicle assembly support and industrial cooling solutions.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Africa's biotechnology and biosafety information, previously scattered across multiple agency websites and regulatory documents, has been centralised into a new continental digital portal called 'Biotech Africa Database'. The portal provides country-specific information on biotech crop approvals and regulatory requirements for import, export and transit of biotech products, aiming to reduce delays and improve transparency for regulators, researchers and traders operating across borders.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Trade Principal Secretary Regina Ombam has called for stronger collaboration between government and marketers to boost exports and attract investment, saying marketing must be central to Kenya's economic agenda and trade policy.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Digital technology and regional integration are reducing barriers to expansion for African small businesses, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs to grow beyond their local markets into neighboring countries, according to a Standard column on SME capabilities.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Businesswoman Mary Wambui faces the risk of losing all her investments and placing her two daughters in trouble with Equity Bank as personal guarantors after reportedly putting all her eggs in one basket for an Sh8 billion loan.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government has extended the eight per cent VAT rate on petroleum products by three months. Parliament had previously reduced VAT on fuel from the standard 16 per cent to eight per cent for three months, with provision for the Treasury Cabinet Secretary to extend the relief.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
As climate change, rising fuel prices and rapid urbanisation reshape economies globally, Kenya is positioning electric mobility as a response to these challenges, offering cleaner transport while creating livelihood opportunities for thousands of people who depend on mobility.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has secured a Sh43.3 billion (€293.88 million) loan from the African Development Bank, marking the second major external disbursement the government has received in the last three weeks.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Aliko Dangote's proposed USD15 to 17 billion East African mega-refinery in Lamu has prompted discussion about why Kenya was selected over Tanzania, which hosts the newly completed East African Crude Oil Pipeline from Uganda.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto's administration avoided sovereign default despite Kenya being among six African economies at elevated risk of debt distress, meeting external obligations while peers defaulted. However, macroeconomic stability has come at the cost to households and businesses, with aggressive tax collection and debt servicing consuming government revenue while leaving limited fiscal space for development.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's efforts to increase farm produce exports to the European Union are being slowed by the absence of a centralized national authority to coordinate and enforce standards for export-destined produce.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's dollar millionaires are moving away from real estate towards private capital pooling investments such as the National Infrastructure Fund and Sovereign Wealth Fund, along with other debt instruments, seeking liquidity and higher returns, according to a new report.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
As technology evolves rapidly, innovators are working to develop unique solutions in an environment increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence operations.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has dispatched the first of 20 containers of green coffee beans to Italy, marking an expansion of premium coffee exports to one of Europe's largest coffee markets. The Trade Ministry said the shipment, exported by Sumseron Coffee & Tea Limited to Trieste Port, reflects efforts to diversify export destinations and increase earnings for coffee farmers.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
Trade Principal Secretary Regina Ombam called for stronger partnerships between government and marketing professionals to drive exports, attract investment, and improve Kenya's competitiveness in regional and global markets. Speaking at the Marketing Society of Kenya's Chair's Power Breakfast, Ombam said effective marketing is a strategic tool for positioning Kenya as a preferred destination for trade and investment.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Digital commerce company Interswitch East Africa has announced Geoffrey Njuguna as Managing Director of Interswitch Kenya, a promotion from his previous role as Regional Chief Financial Officer. The appointment is intended to position the business for growth in Kenya's digital economy.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
More than 200 Kipsigis clans have issued a 30-day notice to multinational tea companies in Kericho and Bomet counties demanding the return of land taken during British colonial administration, with the community insisting on ownership rather than financial compensation. If the notice is ignored, the clans say they will file a case at the Environment and Land Court.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
A six-year-old boy in Laikipia died after being bitten by a snake, unable to access timely medical care as nurses continue a strike. The incident underscores the challenges patients face in accessing healthcare during the labor action.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Stakeholders have called on the government to introduce Artificial Intelligence as a subject in the school curriculum to align with the pace of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Environment and Lands Court dismissed a case filed by five individuals and a company against Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Turkana University College, and Mount Kenya University over a 100-meter stretch of land. Justice Christopher Nzili ruled that the plaintiffs failed to prove they were the original allotees and did not demonstrate they had sought to reduce the universities' land titles or prove fraud in the title acquisition.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Smart Elevate Student Mentorship Program offers mentorship, internships, and graduate training to guide students into healthcare technology careers through structured learning and engagement with professionals. The initiative was launched at JKUAT on July 15 to build talent pipelines for the growing digital healthcare sector across Africa.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Ministry of Education has acknowledged that persistent delays in capitation disbursements and inadequate budget allocations from the National Treasury are pushing public universities, TVET institutions, and teacher training colleges into financial distress, prompting Parliament to demand urgent reforms.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyans often avoid collecting money lent to family and friends out of politeness, then take digital loans to cover their own shortfalls, effectively financing others' lives while incurring interest. The piece argues that reluctance to ask for repayment—treated as a social norm—drives household debt across the country.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Police in Kikuyu are holding a senior school principal and chairman of the institution's board of management following indecent sexual allegations at the school.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
A report examines the luxury consumption patterns of Kenya's superrich, noting that high-end items like Rolex watches and Christian Louboutin shoes have become associated with wealthy figures including President William Ruto and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Maralal Bishop Hieronymus Emusugut Joya announced the suspension of six priests over alleged abuse of priestly authority, negligence, and mismanagement of church properties. The bishop said the suspensions were part of disciplinary measures to enhance accountability and proper management of church resources.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Scientists have launched EBO-PEP, the first clinical trial evaluating post-exposure prophylaxis with an experimental antiviral pill called obeldesivir for Bundibugyo Ebola, among high-risk contacts including family members and healthcare workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. If successful, it would become the first proven strategy to prevent Bundibugyo Ebola after exposure.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kitelakapel Technical Training Institute in Kapenguria Constituency serves as a refuge for youth escaping FGM, former cattle rustlers, school dropouts, and those from insecurity-prone areas, offering courses in electrical installation, fashion, masonry, plumbing, welding, ICT, and other practical skills to create pathways away from violence and poverty.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's education system has long treated Kiswahili, one of the country's official languages, as less prestigious than English, with students sometimes punished for speaking it. According to a Kabarak University lecturer, this stems from colonial language policies that elevated English and neglected Kiswahili, leaving generations believing English represents success and intelligence while Kiswahili is inferior.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Health unions have threatened a nationwide strike starting Monday if the Council of Governors does not confirm Universal Health Coverage staff to permanent and pensionable employment. Parliament has allocated funds for the transition, but county governments have delayed the process, leaving thousands of health workers uncertain about their jobs and benefits.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
A Kenyan court has rejected a petition by Rastafarians seeking to legalise bhang (cannabis), citing legal and procedural grounds for the dismissal.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
A dispute has emerged over the location of a Sh1.25 billion Bomet Teaching and Referral Hospital. Chebunyo ward residents, backed by former MP Gedion Kosgei and President Ruto's endorsement, support the Chebunyo location, while Siongiroi ward residents argue the site is too remote and demand a fresh public participation process.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has unveiled its first National Ambulance Dispatch Centre to coordinate emergency medical responses across the country, as patients face delays and shortages in ambulance availability—some forced to hire private ambulances at significant cost.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
MPs have raised concern over a decline in enrolment in Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions, warning that the government's push to make technical education the backbone of skills development could be under threat.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Frida Kageni, 31, died in a Saudi Arabian hospital on July 7 while receiving treatment for meningitis. Her family in Embu County is appealing to the government and well-wishers for financial help to cover the logistical costs of bringing her body home.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As Nairobi's vertical growth increases apartment living, estate WhatsApp groups have become central to resident life, initially serving practical purposes like reporting burst pipes and security alerts but evolving into spaces where minor disputes and conflicts emerge among neighbours.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse arrested a 27-year-old suspect in Ruiru and seized 230 rolls of cannabis, 12 sachets of cannabis, 34 cookies, and six cakes suspected to be laced with narcotics, following raids at two locations linked to a suspected drug distribution network.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
More than 7,800 young Kenyans have acquired digital content creation and entrepreneurship skills through the Google-supported Ganjisha project, implemented across all 47 counties with an investment of US$900,000. An independent evaluation found that participants with intermediate and advanced digital content creation skills increased from 7 per cent at baseline to 85 per cent after training.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 30-year-old man from Muthigini village in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County, died after neighbours attacked him when he knocked on his mother's door around 10 p.m. on Monday night. Neighbours who heard the knocking suspected he was a thief, while some claimed they thought he intended to attack his mother; he was pronounced dead on arrival at hospital on Wednesday night.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba told lawmakers that delays in government funding to schools, TVET institutions and public universities are due to budget shortfalls and delayed National Treasury disbursements, with the Ministry of Education facing a funding gap of nearly Ksh.29 billion.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ministry of Health is establishing a government-led wheelchair service delivery system to address Kenya's estimated unmet need of about 550,000 wheelchairs. The Principal Secretary for Medical Services chaired a consultative meeting with service providers, manufacturers, and partners to explore local manufacture, tax relief on components, and improved coordination.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
St. Andrew's School, Turi has signed an academic affiliation with St. George's University (SGU) School of Medicine to provide eligible students with structured admissions support, career guidance, webinars, clinical workshops and potential scholarships. The partnership aims to strengthen international higher education opportunities for Kenyan students pursuing medicine.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya and the United States have signed a five-year health cooperation agreement worth approximately USD1.6 billion (Sh206 billion) to strengthen the country's healthcare system and advance Universal Health Coverage. The Strategic Objective Grant Agreement, signed by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi with a US delegation, establishes a framework to guide health cooperation, align US investments with Kenya's health priorities, and strengthen local institutions and infrastructure.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
Bishop Hieronymus Joya of the Catholic Diocese of Maralal has suspended seven priests following investigations into allegations of financial mismanagement, administrative negligence, and violations of clerical conduct. The diocese has also sought government intervention over suspected misuse and misappropriation of church assets, and linked poor resource management by one priest to the closure of Wamba Hospital.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
A writer reflects on the vanishing granary—a 60-year-old stilted grain storage structure once central to homestead design—and warns that its disappearance will erase associated proverbs and indigenous knowledge, such as the use of fern as a natural fungicide and waterproofing material.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Muliro Telewa, a respected journalist who worked at the BBC, was laid to rest in Nzoia Scheme, Kakamega County, with family, friends and colleagues paying tribute to his legacy as a dedicated media professional known for integrity, compassion and commitment to giving voice to the vulnerable.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Jamaican reggae singer Fantan Mojah died at age 49 from heart complications at the University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston on Tuesday, just weeks before his 50th birthday. Known for his Rastafarian-inspired music, he had been preparing to perform at Reggae Jam Festival in Germany.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and their daughters Princess Leonor and Princess Sofia will attend Spain's World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday. Spain advanced to the final by defeating France 2-0 in the semi-final and will face the winner of Argentina or England.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi's Argentina will play England in a World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with European champions Spain awaiting the winner. Argentina, three-time champions, seek to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups, while England aim for their biggest match since winning their sole World Cup in 1966.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
The government has disbursed Sh10 million to the Harambee Starlets national women's football team as they begin preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, with officials pledging additional incentives if the team advances in the tournament.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto announced a Sh10 million immediate cash injection to AFC Leopards during a State House meeting, with Sh5 million directed to new player signings and Sh5 million to players' personal support. He also pledged an annual Sh25 million sponsorship top-up and said the government is constructing 32 stadiums nationwide to provide youth talent development opportunities alongside commercial facilities.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Junior Starlets secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup in Morocco with a 5-1 aggregate victory over South Africa. The qualification marks their second appearance in three years and demonstrates the growing strength of Kenyan women's football.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
France, which had scored 16 goals in six matches before the semi-final, suffered a 2-0 defeat to Spain at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with French attackers Mbappé and teammates unable to break through Spain's midfield control.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain defeated France 2-0 in a World Cup semi-final on Tuesday, with defender Pedro Porro scoring the second goal. Spain will face the winner of Wednesday's semi-final between England and Argentina in Sunday's final.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kylian Mbappe said France's 2-0 semi-final loss to Spain was caused by tactical and technical blunders, particularly a failure to press Spain high up the pitch and being outnumbered 3-on-2 in midfield. The 27-year-old French captain, who scored eight goals in the tournament, called the defeat a "huge disappointment" that ended France's bid for a third straight World Cup final appearance.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said he was not concerned about fatigue or his team's performances as they prepare to face England in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with the holders seeking to reach consecutive finals.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain defeated France 2-0 in the World Cup semi-final on July 14, 2026, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal (penalty) and Pedro Porro, progressing to face either England or Argentina in the final.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England will meet Argentina in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday at Atlanta Stadium, renewing a rivalry stretching back to their first meeting in 1962. The article traces their historical World Cup encounters.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro attributed Germany's World Cup exit to structural, political and cultural problems, citing insufficient youth development investment and bureaucratic delays in infrastructure projects. Carro noted fewer players are coming through to the top level despite Germany's outstanding individual talent.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nottingham Forest's new manager Oliver Glasner believes the foundations are in place for a strong Premier League season, but says there is "no button to press" guaranteeing success. Glasner arrived at Forest after winning the FA Cup and European Conference League with Crystal Palace.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan middle-distance runner Lilian Odira publicly defended Faith Kipyegon following criticism of her fourth-place finish in the 3000m at the Monaco Diamond League, urging fans to remain patient as Kipyegon manages a lingering hamstring injury from Shanghai and praising her contributions to Kenya's athletics legacy.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tadej Pogacar won the 10th stage of the Tour de France on Tuesday, extending his overall lead over Jonas Vingegaard to more than three and a half minutes. The victory was Pogacar's third stage win at this year's Tour and his 24th stage victory overall at the race.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Harry Kane said England will not be distracted by the historical tensions and incidents surrounding their World Cup semi-final against Argentina on Wednesday, which is set against a lingering sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's women's football team left Wednesday for a week-long training camp in Miramas, France, to prepare for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Head coach Beldine Odemba said the squad is in good form and the French camp will help them acclimatize to conditions similar to those in Morocco.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ministry of Sports released Ksh 20 million to the Harambee Starlets and Junior Starlets after players protested unpaid allowances at FKF offices. The senior team is preparing for their second AWCON appearance in Morocco, facing Senegal, Algeria, and the hosts in a tournament running from July 25 to August 16.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As England prepares for a World Cup semi-final against Argentina, hometown fans in Stourbridge, England celebrate midfielder Jude Bellingham, who powered the team through to the semi-final clash. The 23-year-old has become a local hero, with murals and merchandise bearing his name adorning the quiet market town.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two people in balaclavas attempted to break into the Barcelona home of Spain forward Lamine Yamal on Wednesday, shortly after he helped Spain reach their second World Cup final, but were chased off by private security guards, according to police and media reports.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto pledged Ksh 35 million and a state-backed training ground to AFC Leopards, including an immediate Ksh 10 million injection for the 2026/27 season and a committed Ksh 25 million annual sponsorship.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi's Argentina will meet England in a 2026 World Cup semi-final on Wednesday at Atlanta Stadium, with Spain advancing to the final after eliminating France. Argentina is seeking to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Timothy Cheruiyot, a former world 1500m champion and two-time Commonwealth Games silver medalist, aims to win gold at the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow (July 23 – August 2, 2026). Cheruiyot qualified by winning at Kenya's national trials and will lead Kenya's squad for the newly introduced Mile event.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The R&A has no plans to alter the schedule for Sunday's final round of the 154th British Open at Royal Birkdale, aiming to finish by 1740 GMT to allow time before England's World Cup final at 1900 GMT in East Rutherford, New Jersey, though no final decision will be made until England's semi-final against Argentina concludes.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Veteran Belgian defender Thomas Meunier signed for Premier League side Sunderland on a free transfer, joining on a two-year contract. The 34-year-old, who has 83 international caps for Belgium, previously played for Lille.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Olympic Committee of Kenya has challenged coaches who completed a five-day Olympic Solidarity Technical Course for Coaches to apply their knowledge to strengthen coaching structures and grow judo in the country. The course, conducted by International Judo Federation expert Salim Bougoffa, combined theoretical and practical training aligned with international standards.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Wildlife Service and National Police Service have pledged to continue strengthening partnerships with local communities and private conservancies to advance wildlife conservation, improve security, and protect Kenya's wildlife. The commitment was made at the annual general meeting of wildlife rangers in Nairobi, where participants received training on technology use and stakeholders emphasized the need for greater gender inclusion in conservation careers.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi praised Kenya's labour and migration partnership with Austria, saying it is creating employment opportunities for skilled Kenyans in sectors like healthcare and strengthening bilateral cooperation in education, trade and investment. He noted that Kenyan healthcare professionals have already secured jobs in Austrian institutions, and that an Austria Job Fair in Nairobi helped connect Kenyan professionals with recruitment pathways.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Boris Nadezhdin, the only anti-war Russian politician planning to run in September parliamentary elections, was detained and said Tuesday the Kremlin wants to "crush" his campaign. He has been summoned to court on administrative charges of "displaying extremist symbols" and was previously declared a "foreign agent" by authorities.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump has paid $5.6 million to writer E. Jean Carroll after a civil jury found he sexually assaulted and defamed her. The US Supreme Court in late June refused to hear Trump's appeal against the original May 2023 judgment, making the decision final.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Palestinian rights organisations launched an international campaign on Tuesday to document and combat sexual violence against Palestinian detainees in Israeli prisons. Campaign coordinator Youssef al-Amayreh, released in January after two years in Israeli custody, said the initiative had collected dozens of testimonies from former detainees alleging sexual violence and abuse.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump withdrew a planned 20% levy on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz a day after announcing it, replacing the fee with trade and investment deals with Gulf States. Trump cited "highly productive conversations with Middle East leadership" for the reversal while stating he would maintain a blockade on ships to and from Iranian ports.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tuesday to strike powerfully against Iran if it staged a new attack, saying such strikes would be more powerful than ones carried out jointly with the United States earlier this year.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Donald Trump told Fox News he would expand US strikes on Iran next week to target power plants and bridges if Tehran does not negotiate, as US forces continued strikes for a fourth consecutive day and reimposed a naval blockade on the country's ports.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Singapore's High Court ordered Bloomberg News and reporter Low De Wei to pay S$460,000 in damages to two government ministers after finding an article defamed them. Bloomberg's editor-in-chief said the company disagreed with the ruling and stood by its reporting as accurate and in the public interest.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
British High Commissioner Matt Baugh assured that the UK government is investigating alleged atrocities committed by British troops during training exercises in Kenya, affirming cooperation with Kenyan authorities over concerns regarding human rights violations and environmental damage.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Andrea Shaw, 23, was held in pretrial detention on charges of suffocating her 18-month-old twins and falsely blaming their deaths on childhood vaccines. Shaw had been a plaintiff in an anti-vaccine lawsuit brought by Children's Health Defense.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Writers Guild of America filed a lawsuit Tuesday to block Paramount Skydance's proposed $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the acquisition would violate federal antitrust law and harm writers by eliminating competition for film and television writing contracts.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced plans to enact laws regulating how artificial intelligence data centres use power and water, and to protect creative copyright. He said he would meet state and territory leaders next month to discuss the proposed laws, which would be introduced next year to build trust in AI and protect national security.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A family in northern Japan's Iwate region called police after a bear entered their kitchen, opened the fridge, and rifled through a garbage bin; the intrusion is part of a surge in bear attacks that has killed at least five people since April in Tohoku, following a record 13 fatal attacks nationwide in the last fiscal year.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs has called for a continent-wide shift towards evidence-based fisheries governance, warning that African nations must strengthen cooperation and adopt science-driven policies to safeguard aquatic resources against climate change and illegal fishing.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
With France, Spain, England and Argentina—the four highest-ranked sides—as the last teams standing in the World Cup, an African observer reflects that Morocco's exit marks the continent's failure to bridge the gap between African talent and global excellence, and that African teams must develop sustainable depth rather than relying on flashes of brilliance.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Technology solutions can simplify tax compliance for Kenyan businesses by automating repetitive administrative tasks across procurement, accounting, and expense management, reducing manual invoice generation and reconciliation work while supporting the Kenya Revenue Authority's digital transformation agenda.
15 July 2026 · The Standard →
Mariano Rajoy defended himself with sarcasm rather than apologizing after earlier comments saying France's national football team had "no French players" sparked accusations of racism and hatred from politicians in both countries. In a new column, Rajoy did not directly address his earlier remark but sarcastically thanked authorities for the attention they paid him during the World Cup.
15 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →