Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru of the DCP party defeated UDA's candidate by a margin of nearly 30,000 votes in the Ol Kalou by-election, part of a broader pattern in which voters across Mt Kenya, Western and the Rift Valley regions are rejecting political leaders and refusing handouts.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru of the DCP party defeated UDA's candidate by a margin of nearly 30,000 votes in the Ol Kalou by-election, part of a broader pattern in which voters across Mt Kenya, Western and the Rift Valley regions are rejecting political leaders and refusing handouts.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Political analysts say ODM leader Oburu Oginga's declaration to support President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election was premature, weakening the party's bargaining power.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru of the DCP party defeated UDA's candidate in the Ol Kalou by-election by nearly 30,000 votes. The result reflects a broader wave of public anger across Kenya, with citizens in Mt Kenya, Western, and Rift Valley regions rejecting political handouts and expressing displeasure through confrontations and forced exits of politicians.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto is weighing whether to reshuffle his Cabinet and reduce the number of Cabinet Secretaries from the Mount Kenya region, which currently holds eight positions, as he seeks to build new alliances ahead of the 2027 general election after doubts emerged about the region's support for his re-election bid.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nakuru County has lost over Sh300 million in court cases between 2024 and 2026 because the county government failed to defend itself in multiple disputes, according to court records and audit reports. The Auditor General Report flagged poor management in handling legal cases, and the trend has continued into 2025/2026, with Sh120 million of the total awarded to litigants and law firms in sampled cases.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya announced a countrywide court boycott for Wednesday, escalating its standoff with the judiciary over alleged persistent graft and misconduct. The Judicial Service Commission and other judicial bodies have countered by accusing the LSK of withholding information on its grievances.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The July 16 Ol Kalou by-election proved decisively one-sided, leaving the government bruised despite an unprecedented three-month campaign offering residents boats, gas cylinders, avocado seeds, water pipes, and branded mattresses. Social media has responded with memes highlighting the stark contrast between the government's expectations and the actual outcome.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Defence Forces troops discovered and safely destroyed four improvised explosive devices planted along key supply routes in Lamu County during operations under Operation Amani Boni. The devices were found during routine patrols and route clearance missions, with three additional IEDs located at distances of 5.1, 8.27 and 8.4 kilometres apart in the Sarira area.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nyanza leaders including Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed have urged President William Ruto to initiate more development projects in the region to bolster his re-election bid in 2027, arguing that the President has demonstrated commitment to equitable development across the country.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi has called for greater collaboration among governments, faith leaders and young people to promote peace, empower youth and strengthen good governance across Eastern Africa, speaking at the 21st Plenary Assembly of AMECEA in Nairobi.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Mohamed Abdullahi Sharawe, a former commissioner of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and a key figure in Kenya's electoral reforms, has died. The cause of death was not immediately disclosed.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed to crack down on political goons and criminal gangs in Western region, directing county security teams to target groups he linked to political violence and local trade crimes, citing incidents in Kakamega County and a fatal clash at a Matungu burial ceremony.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto on Monday bid farewell to European Union Ambassador to Kenya Henriette Geiger at State House as she concludes her diplomatic tour. Ruto praised Geiger for strengthening Kenya-EU partnership in trade, investment, climate action, governance, and regional peace and security during her tenure since September 2021.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Court of Appeal has dismissed an application seeking to jail Mombasa tycoon Suleiman Shahbal over contempt of court in a multi-billion shilling land dispute at Buxton Point Apartments. Businessman Abdullahi Gele had accused Shahbal and others of failing to stop construction of the affordable housing project on his land despite court orders from Justice Lucas Naikuni.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Judiciary has dismissed the Law Society of Kenya's planned nationwide boycott of court proceedings on July 22, 2026, insisting that all courts will remain open and operate normally, and arguing that the boycott is neither appropriate nor proportionate and would disadvantage litigants.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
ODM Party leader Oburu Odinga said the mausoleum honouring former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will be completed within two months, with the structure designed to reflect his stature, values and public service record. The monument will serve as a permanent site for Kenyans and visitors to learn about and pay tribute to the late leader's legacy.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku stated that the UDA party spent approximately Ksh.100 million to fund campaigns in the Ol Kalou constituency by-elections, dismissing reports of Ksh.10 billion in spending and asserting the money came from party accounts, not the national exchequer.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
MP-elect Sammy Kamau Ngotho said the Ol Kalou by-election outcome reflects growing public discontent with President William Ruto's administration and predicts large voter turnout in 2027 general elections, arguing that intimidation cannot deter voters from effecting political change.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has defended the United Democratic Alliance's campaign spending in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, stating the ruling party spent approximately Sh100 million from party coffers rather than government funds, and dismissing opposition claims of billions in state resources being deployed.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Principal Secretary Caroline Karugu said the government is prioritising development in Kenya's borderlands and historically underserved peripheral regions to unlock economic potential and strengthen ties with neighbouring countries, focusing on cross-border trade, investment and regional integration through the East African Community.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Law Society of Kenya has named Chief Justice Martha Koome and Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu among nine judges targeted in a court boycott scheduled for Thursday, July 23, in protest over allegations of judicial corruption, misconduct, and registry inefficiencies. The action will continue indefinitely until courts issue orders restraining the Judicial Service Commission, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Defence Forces has destroyed four improvised explosive devices (IEDs) discovered along transport routes in Lamu County during Operation Amani Boni, foiling multiple suspected terrorist attacks. The devices were found during route clearance patrols and safely detonated by Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialists without casualties.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Jubilee Party has condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's call for tourists and investors to avoid Kenya, arguing that discouraging travel and investment would damage the economy and hurt livelihoods across the tourism value chain including hospitality, tours, travel, transport and conservation sectors.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Political analyst Makau Mutua has downplayed the Democratic Congress Party's victory in the Ol Kalou by-election, arguing it should not be viewed as a broader indicator of the party's national strength. Mutua noted the DCP's first victory came in only one of ten by-election contests, while supporters and critics debate the result's significance ahead of the 2027 General Election.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has launched investigations into incidents of violence and disruption during the Ol Kalou by-election, including alleged involvement of armed and hooded individuals. The DCI said it will pursue all credible leads and bring those found culpable to justice.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Tourism Federation has dismissed remarks by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who warned tourists and investors to stay away from Kenya until after the 2027 General Election, citing political instability and sponsored violence. The Federation, in a statement on Monday, maintained that tourists visiting Kenya are safe.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Chief Justice David Maraga, the United Green Movement's presidential flag-bearer, has announced his campaign leadership team, with Mkawasi Mcharo appointed as Co-Executive Director overseeing strategy, policy and diaspora affairs, and David Makali as Communications Coordinator. The secretariat will be based in Kileleshwa, Nairobi.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Judiciary has rejected the Law Society of Kenya's planned nationwide boycott of court proceedings on Wednesday, stating that all courts will remain open and continue hearing cases as scheduled. The Judiciary said the boycott would primarily harm litigants and urged advocates to resolve grievances through dialogue.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi claims High Court and Court of Appeal judges spend an average of just 54 days a year in court, citing judicial recesses, annual leave, and official travel as constraints. His remarks come as lawyers prepare a nationwide boycott over court delays and alleged inefficiencies, and contrast with the Judiciary's reported 104 per cent case clearance rate for 2024/25.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'oei has dismissed social media posters suggesting he intends to contest the Trans Nzoia governorship in 2027 on a UDA ticket, stating he has no plans to seek any elective position in the next election.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has condemned political leaders urging international visitors to avoid travelling to Kenya over security concerns, saying such remarks undermine the country's economy and threaten livelihoods in the hospitality sector.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
United Green Movement presidential candidate David Maraga has appointed diaspora leader Mkawasi Mcharo as Co-Executive Director for strategy, policy and diaspora affairs, and veteran journalist David Makali as Communication Coordinator for his 2027 presidential campaign.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura defended Kenya's security and tourism reputation after DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua urged tourists and investors to avoid the country, citing safety concerns; Mwaura warned that Gachagua's remarks amount to economic sabotage.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Voters in Kiambaa Constituency marched to their MP's offices on Monday to protest allegations that John Njuguna Wanjiku was linked to hooliganism during the July 16 Ol Kalou by-election, claiming he was seen with vehicles and associates among groups accused of causing chaos.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
High Court Judge Gregory Mutai has ordered the Inspector General of Police, Deputy Inspector General, and Principal Secretary for Basic Education to personally appear before court to explain delayed implementation of orders directing transfer of Gatoto Comprehensive School's management. The petitioners, represented by Law Society of Kenya President Charles Kanjama and senior counsel Martha Karua, reported encountering hostility while serving court orders, including vandalism of vehicles.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Judiciary says court proceedings will not be disrupted by a planned boycott by lawyers opposing court orders that prevent the Judicial Service Commission from investigating misconduct cases against judges. The Law Society of Kenya announced lawyers would boycott courts on July 22 and target judges who obtained immunity orders.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tourism Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has condemned Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua's remarks urging foreign tourists and investors to avoid Kenya, calling them "irresponsible" and warning they threaten investor confidence and the livelihoods of nearly two million people supported by the tourism sector. Bitok noted that Kenya welcomed 2.7 million international visitors last year, tourism contributes nearly 10 percent of GDP, and the country aims to reach five million arrivals by 2028.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended prolonged celebrations following the Democratic Congress Party's victory in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, arguing the result signaled a turning point in Kenya's politics and demonstrated voters could reject government-backed campaigns despite alleged deployment of Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, MPs, parastatal chiefs, and billions of shillings in projects.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Construction of the state-backed Raila Odinga Mausoleum has officially commenced after the Odinga family handed over the Kang'o ka Jaramogi site in Siaya County to the Kenya Defence Forces. The National Museums of Kenya allocated Sh30 million for the project, with Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya directing military engineers to complete it within two months.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has congratulated Andy Burnham on his appointment as UK Prime Minister and pledged to deepen cooperation between Kenya and London under the new administration. Ruto said Burnham's appointment reflects values aligned with Kenya's Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The family of late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga handed over the site for a Sh30 million mausoleum to be constructed by the Kenya Defence Forces, expected to be complete by end of September ahead of the first anniversary of his death. His son said the former premier's legacy lay in building a constitution and peace rather than personal glory.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has congratulated Andy Burnham on his appointment as UK Prime Minister, expressing optimism that the leadership transition will deepen Kenya–UK relations anchored on expanded trade, investment and strategic cooperation across green growth, innovation and security.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Africa's petroleum product demand is expected to grow 56 per cent by 2040, leaving the continent facing an annual shortage of 86 million tonnes of refined fuels, according to the Africa Finance Corporation's State of Africa's Infrastructure Report. The planned Lamu refinery is positioned to help bridge this supply gap.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Private Sector Alliance will host its third annual SME Conference, Awards and Exhibition on July 23–24 at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi, with more than 2,500 delegates expected. The forum will focus on improving access to affordable finance, strengthening business governance, expanding market opportunities and enhancing enterprise competitiveness, as SMEs continue to face liquidity constraints, high borrowing costs and rising operating expenses.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
At the 23rd East African Banking School Conference in Diani, banking regulators and executives discussed how artificial intelligence and alternative data can expand credit access for young people and small businesses, while the Central Bank of Kenya Governor cautioned that AI models must remain transparent, explainable, and subject to human oversight.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Ports Authority has been awarded ISO 14001:2015 for Environmental Management Systems and ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, recognising the organisation for implementing globally accepted standards on environmental protection and workplace safety.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Ports Authority has received ISO 14001:2015 for Environmental Management Systems and ISO 45001:2018 for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, certifications recognising the organisation for implementing globally accepted standards on environmental protection and workplace safety.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Ruto has bid farewell to Belgium's Ambassador Peter Maddens and signaled efforts to deepen trade and investment ties with Belgium, citing growing interest from Belgian businesses in Kenya's agricultural sector following high-level engagements during his recent visit to Brussels. Ruto highlighted coffee as a key pillar of the economic relationship, noting that Belgium is Kenya's leading export destination for the commodity.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The government has allocated Sh17 billion to compensate landowners through the National Securitisation Programme for infrastructure projects, with the National Land Commission reporting that Sh15.8 billion has been disbursed for 31 major road projects and Sh6.5 billion of Sh6.8 billion allocated for 11 dam projects paid out so far.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Twenty fishermen were arrested in a joint operation by the State Department of Fisheries Service and Angalo Beach Management Unit for catching immature fish in Lake Victoria's breeding zone. Officials seized six boat engines and five fishing nets; the fishermen face court arraignment.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
More than 37,000 coffee farmers in Murang'a County received free agricultural lime under a county programme to restore soil health and boost yields. The county distributed 495,850 kilograms of lime targeting nearly two million coffee trees, with the governor expecting an additional 3,966,800 kilograms of coffee during the 2026/2027 season.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Farmers from Mt Kenya and other regions are being invited to embrace smart agriculture, new technologies, and farm machinery to enhance food security and sustainability. A field day organized by Wambugu Agriculture Training Centre and Nyeri County Government on July 26–27, 2026, will attract over 19,000 farmers and 120 stakeholders to learn farming technologies and interact with suppliers and service providers.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kirinyaga County Government, in partnership with Bayer East Africa Limited, has trained more than 2,000 farmers on high-yielding maize varieties and climate-smart farming practices ahead of expected El Niño rains, introducing improved varieties including DK777, DK8031, DKC8033, DKC9089 and DK7500 to increase maize production and strengthen smallholder farming.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Eastleigh has transformed from an ordinary post-colonial settlement into a neighbourhood experiencing significant challenges from drug-related activity and insecurity, following demographic shifts that began in the early 1990s with the fall of the Somali government.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Dr. Trisha Pasricha, an American gastroenterologist, identifies three Ps for a good bowel movement: propulsion (internal and involuntary contractions that push stool through), pliability (stool consistency influenced by eating and water habits), and pelvic floor. She notes that the Valsalva maneuver—creating pressure in the abdomen—optimizes propulsion during contractions.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
A new study has revealed that people who survive childhood hunger and poverty have a more resilient brain structure, and that poverty may have a greater impact on healthy brain ageing than a cancer diagnosis.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
A report analyzing 55 plastic consumer products sold in Kenya found traces of banned flame retardants, hormone-disrupting bisphenols and toxic heavy metals in commonly used items including children's toys, baby bottles, kitchen utensils and food containers, raising concerns about exposure to hazards linked to cancer, hormonal disorders and developmental problems.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Samuel Wakhwa Akui endured a scrotal condition for ten years that caused the private part to swell to 30 kilogrammes, affecting his mobility and daily life. He underwent surgical removal of the abnormal growth at an Eldoret hospital, where doctors successfully removed it and restored his genitalia.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Older deaf adults in Kisumu have found renewed connection and mental well-being through football, with a tournament bringing together deaf teams from Kisumu, Kakamega, and Nairobi specifically for people aged 40 and above. The initiative addresses loneliness and isolation among community members who had been losing touch with sign language and social networks.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Urban planners and community leaders argue that affordable housing and neighbourhood infrastructure—drainage, sanitation, green spaces, transport—are central to climate resilience in Kenya's informal settlements, where climate impacts are felt most directly.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Eastleigh, once a ordinary post-colonial settlement home to Kikuyu and Swahili communities after the early 1990s, has become plagued by drugs and insecurity, marking a stark transformation from its pre-independence era when it was characterised by single-story bungalows and housed Asian and African elites.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o has opened up about a cancer diagnosis. The governor appeared at a public event in good spirits, dancing to the podium in a navy-blue suit.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
A continent-wide campaign is encouraging African families, schools and communities to look past children's behavior and ask what they may be trying to communicate about their mental health.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
People living with HIV have raised concerns that some faith-based hospitals are charging between Sh500 and Sh1,500 to dispense antiretroviral drugs.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Two years after floodwaters forced residents from homes along the Mathare River in Nairobi, survivors have relocated to higher ground where they can now sleep safely through the night, but many still carry the trauma of losing everything in the disaster and the demolitions that followed.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Director of Public Prosecutions Renson Ingonga told a Kibra court that evidence indicates teacher Albert Ojwang was beaten with a blunt object and strangled to death in a planned killing, contradicting initial claims he hit his head accidentally. Evidence shows CCTV footage at Nairobi's Central Police Station and data from the Independent Police Oversight Authority were deleted and formatted to hide evidence.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Power Foundation has completed a Sh1.1 million renovation of Kakamega High School's dispensary, transforming it into a modern facility to serve more than 3,000 students, about 200 teachers and over 100 non-teaching staff.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Police recovered 45 head of cattle stolen from Pokot North Sub-County and driven to Turkana. During the recovery operation, security officers came under attack from suspected bandits attempting to reclaim the animals, but officers repelled the attack and secured the livestock.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
KNEC has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the credibility and integrity of national examinations, saying it will not compromise on standards even as the number of candidates continues to grow. The examination body says it has strengthened security measures, including the use of technology, to curb examination malpractice.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
A five-day search for missing Naivasha trader Joseph Mbugua ended with the discovery of his decomposing body in a cave in Ereri area off the Naivasha-Mai Mahiu road. Police suspect he was lured to his death by phone call, tortured, strangled with wire, and stabbed in the chest; his mobile phone was missing from the scene.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
A 65-year-old village elder in Mkondoni sub-location, Kilifi County, was found dead with an arrow lodged in his chest near a thicket. Police say he was attacked on suspicion of having an affair with a married woman, and the suspects remain at large.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Surgeons at AGC Tenwek Hospital in Bomet County performed thoracoscopic surgery to repair oesophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula, a congenital condition affecting the food pipe, in a six-day-old baby — a procedure the hospital said is a first for Kenya. The infant is now home and feeding normally.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Police in Nairobi arrested two suspects and seized 220 litres of illicit chang'aa in a targeted operation in the Kianda 42 area of Kilimani Sub-County, as part of a nationwide crackdown on illegal alcohol production and distribution.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Police have launched a murder investigation after a partially decomposed male body was discovered in a shallow grave near Mukengesya River in Kithyoko, Machakos County on Friday. The remains, found by a herder after his dogs began fighting near the site, have been taken to Machakos Level 5 Hospital Mortuary for identification and post-mortem examination.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Police have launched investigations after former Garissa County Assembly Speaker Mathew Loltome reported that his licensed Glock 19 pistol went missing from his vehicle following an encounter with two women in Nairobi's central business district on Friday night. According to a police report, Loltome met the women on Wabera Street and later discovered the firearm, which he had stored in the vehicle's glove compartment, was missing after the vehicle reached Dubois Road.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The High Court in Nairobi heard a habeas corpus application over the alleged disappearance of three Kenyans—Macmilan Kiarie, Michael Oloo, and Evans Otieno. Inspector General Douglas Kanja and DCI Director Mohamed Amin appeared in person after the court rejected the State's request for junior officers or affidavits to represent them, insisting they personally account for alleged failure to comply with earlier habeas corpus orders.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Director of Public Prosecutions has told the High Court that former Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam and a co-accused deliberately assaulted Albert Omondi Ojwang to death while he was in custody before attempting to cover up the crime. The prosecution said it will present evidence including family testimony about Ojwang's health at arrest, police officer testimony, and pathologist findings to prove the fatal assault.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nairobi court has issued a warrant of arrest against John Gombe Osike, a Nairobi City County Government employee, after he failed to appear in court on charges of willfully neglecting to stop construction of Mamzil Towers despite known noncompliance. The court also issued summons for five other absent accused persons to appear and answer charges, with the case mentioned again on July 27.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Health Union Caucus has commenced a nationwide strike over unresolved grievances including workers' welfare, job security and terms of employment, saying the Council of Governors has failed to respond to demands submitted on June 15.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Huduma Kenya extended the operating hours of the Makueni Huduma Centre to 7:00am–7:00pm, Monday to Friday, making it the 21st centre across the country to adopt the 12-hour service model to improve access to government services for citizens unable to visit during conventional 8:00am–5:00pm working hours.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The National Assembly has demanded an explanation from the National Police Service over the dismissal of 18 female recruits from Kiganjo Police Training College after they were found to be pregnant. Lawmakers have questioned the legality of the decision and are calling for reforms to protect the rights of affected women, citing concerns about compliance with the Constitution and labour laws.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Societal pressure to match beauty norms—including weight gain, weight loss, and curves—is making young women vulnerable to steroid misuse and organ failure complications. The article discusses how corticosteroid medications, normally prescribed for asthma and autoimmune conditions, are being misused to achieve trending physical appearances.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An administration police officer based in Mwea East Sub-County shot and killed his partner at their station house before turning the gun on himself. The officer fired five shots, hitting his partner four times in the chest before shooting himself once in the neck.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
AGC Tenwek Hospital in Bomet County performed Kenya's first thoracoscopic repair of esophageal atresia with tracheoesophageal fistula on a six-day-old infant, who has since recovered fully and was discharged feeding normally. The procedure was led by pediatric surgeon Dr. Daniel Tamirat Cherkos, who trained in thoracoscopic pediatric surgery in the Netherlands.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and British High Commissioner Matt Baugh held bilateral talks to discuss expanding cooperation on universal health coverage, workforce development, epidemic preparedness and digital health transformation, with focus on Kenya's Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda health reforms and the Kenya–UK Health Workforce Partnership.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Stakeholders at the Kenya Sickle Cell Disease Symposium have praised Kenya's advances in sickle cell disease care through newborn screening, comprehensive care, research, health workforce development and community engagement. Kenya's experience is informing approaches to sickle cell disease care across Africa through collaboration between governments, healthcare providers, researchers and patient organisations.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat met Utumishi Girls Academy's Interim Steering Committee to review recovery efforts following the May 28 dormitory fire that killed 16 students. The school resumed learning on July 2 with temporary boarding arrangements while longer-term reconstruction plans are underway.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Harun Ngarariga, who endured more than two decades of pain following a spinal accident that left him unable to walk, sit, or sleep comfortably, has experienced a remarkable recovery and can now perform everyday tasks such as sitting, sweeping, and light work.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has convened investigators from 21 African countries for a five-day INTERPOL Victim Identification Taskforce meeting in Nairobi aimed at identifying victims of child sexual exploitation and dismantling transnational abuse networks across the continent.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
A protected witness told the High Court that he was instructed to format the CCTV recording system at Nairobi's Central Police Station, erasing surveillance footage around the time detainee Albert Ojwang died in custody. Six police officers and civilians, including former OCS Samson Kiprotich Talaam, are on trial for murder in connection with Ojwang's death.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Tharaka Nithi county government announced plans to construct museums in Chuka-Igambang'ombe, Tharaka and Maara constituencies to display historical cultural artifacts, traditional instruments, and art while serving as learning centres for residents, students and visitors to appreciate the county's cultural heritage.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and 10-man Argentina went to extra-time after a goalless draw at the MetLife Stadium, with Argentina's Enzo Fernandez sent off for a second yellow card in stoppage time. Spain dominated possession and chances but failed to break through.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain won the 2026 World Cup final, defeating holders Argentina 1-0 with an extra-time goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. The victory ended Lionel Messi's hopes for a second World Cup victory in what was likely his final World Cup appearance.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kylian Mbappe won the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot after scoring 10 goals in the tournament, ahead of Lionel Messi who finished with eight. Mbappe also became the all-time top scorer in World Cup history with 22 goals across three tournaments, one ahead of Messi.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain's World Cup-winning team returned to Madrid on Monday for a heroes' welcome, with around one million fans expected to line a parade route from the Moncloa Palace area to Cibeles Square following their 1-0 final victory over Argentina in the United States.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Absa Bank won the Calvary Cup by defeating Tarra Agility 6.5-5, while Kimoi led Tack Rack to victory in the Division Two Championship (Bwana Begg Trophy), beating Fe De Canter 5-1.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring in the 106th minute. Lionel Messi, 39, had led Argentina to the final with eight goals and two assists, including in a dramatic semi-final comeback against England, but failed to secure another World Cup trophy four years after Argentina's Qatar victory.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain's World Cup-winning football team will parade through central Madrid on Monday afternoon in front of an expected crowd of one million. The squad, which beat Argentina 1-0 after extra-time, will travel from the Moncloa Palace to Cibeles Square for a ceremony.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain's squad landed in Madrid on Monday, a day after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final in the United States. The team is scheduled to meet King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez before parading through central Madrid, where around one million people are expected to gather.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain's midfielder Rodri won the Golden Ball for best player at the 2026 World Cup after leading Spain to a 1-0 victory against Argentina. The 30-year-old Manchester City player, who won the 2024 Ballon d'Or, made his competitive return in May 2024 after rupturing an anterior cruciate ligament in September 2024.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the World Cup final on Sunday, with Ferran Torres scoring the winning goal. Thousands of Spanish fans celebrated in Madrid, singing and flooding the streets as the city erupted close to midnight.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina fell 1-0 to Spain in a World Cup match widely seen as 39-year-old Lionel Messi's final World Cup appearance, with Buenos Aires fans expressing both grief at the loss and the end of an era, though some still celebrated the team's efforts.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Argentina lost the 2026 World Cup final 1-0 to Spain. The team's return to Buenos Aires on Monday was expected to be subdued, with several key players including captain Lionel Messi reportedly not joining the flight, instead departing directly from the United States to rejoin clubs or begin rest periods.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kevin Keegan, a legendary striker for Liverpool and England, has died aged 75 after battling stage four cancer. He was diagnosed and underwent treatment in January.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National Olympic Committee of Kenya president Shadrack Maluki said the country's team for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow is mentally and physically ready, with all logistical arrangements in place, as NOC-K also prepares strategies for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Javelin champion Julius Yego believes Kenya's mix of experienced athletes and emerging talent will enable the team to compete for medals at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games (July 3–August 2). Yego says the squad has prepared well despite stiff competition from other Commonwealth nations.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final with a Ferran Torres goal in extra-time, conceding just one goal across all eight tournament matches—the fewest by any World Cup-winning team. Defender Marc Cucurella attributed the victory to the team's defensive strength, noting that Spain's defensive discipline made winning easier.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Muthaiga Golf Club's Jay Sandhu won the 2026 NCBA Limuru Open & Brackenhurst Trophy with a five-under-par 211, securing his third Kenya Amateur Golf Championship title of the season and retaking the top spot on the KAGC Order of Merit with 940 points.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni acknowledged Spain were the better team after his side lost 1-0 in extra-time to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring for Spain at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
NOC-K Vice-President Barnaba Korir has urged Team Kenya's athletes to compete with pride, discipline and determination as they depart for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, reminding them they carry the hopes of millions of Kenyans.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Aston Villa signed Brazil midfielder Joao Gomes from Wolves on Monday in a deal worth a reported £38 million. The 25-year-old, who has 10 caps for Brazil, made 130 appearances for Wolves after signing from Flamengo in 2023.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has moved closer to hosting the Africa Men's and Women's Netball Cup from September 19–26, 2026, after the Confederation of African Netball Associations expressed satisfaction with the country's proposed venues and preparedness. The tournament will involve twelve men and women teams and serve as a qualifier for the 17th Netball World Cup in Sydney in 2027.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Seismometers across Spain picked up vibrations from fans celebrating Ferran Torres' goal in Spain's World Cup final victory on Sunday, with researchers from the Geosciences Barcelona centre analysing data showing unusual signals in cities including Algeciras, Barcelona, Cadiz and Granada.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain's newly crowned World Cup champions arrived back in Madrid on Monday, where a million fans are expected to greet them. Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final on Sunday, with a Ferran Torres goal in extra-time, securing the country's second World Cup title since 2010.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Rudi Garcia has stepped down as Belgium's head coach after the team lost to Spain in the World Cup quarter-finals. Garcia, who took over in January 2025, led Belgium to Nations League A qualification during his 18-month tenure.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A feature story on Grevy's zebra, the world's rarest zebra species, and the conservation work being carried out in northern Kenya to protect it. The article describes the zebra's distinctive characteristics—notably large ears and narrow black-and-white stripes—and highlights community wildlife monitoring efforts.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
India's riot police baton-charged protesters in New Delhi as they marched toward parliament on Monday over alleged irregularities in major examinations, including question paper leaks and technical glitches. Protesters are demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Andy Burnham was appointed British prime minister on Monday after meeting King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, replacing Keir Starmer who departed after two years in office. Burnham, the sixth prime minister in ten years, said he wants to draw a line under a decade of political turmoil and do things differently.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Survivors in Hong Kong have warned that proposed reforms to decades-old sexual offence laws contain loopholes, citing cases where defendants have walked free under outdated provisions allowing "mistaken belief" and "implied consent" defences. Hong Kong opened sweeping reforms to public consultation this month, with the long-awaited overhaul aiming to introduce stricter penalties for sexual crime.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak has claimed 930 deaths among 2,344 confirmed cases across five provinces, with the World Health Organisation warning that the epidemic is spreading faster than containment efforts can manage.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Indian police fired tear gas at protesters in New Delhi who were demanding the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam irregularities including question paper leaks and technical glitches.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
East Africans are finding fragile refuge in Nairobi as repression rises across the region, following post-election violence in Tanzania and broader political instability in neighboring countries.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
A 13-year-old died and several others were injured when a fountain collapsed under the weight of people celebrating Spain's World Cup victory in Ciudad Rodrigo, western Spain, local authorities said.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 13-year-old died and several people were injured when a fountain collapsed under the weight of celebrants in Ciudad Rodrigo, Spain, after Spain's World Cup victory. Local media said the fountain gave way as numerous people climbed onto it to celebrate Spain's first World Cup win since 2010.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes on June 24 has risen to 5,208 as of July 20, 25 days after the disaster that most severely affected La Guaira, a coastal state near Caracas. The number of injured remains at 16,740, with nearly 20,000 homeless people in makeshift camps and more than 850 buildings damaged or collapsed.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Andy Burnham was asked by King Charles III to form a government after Keir Starmer resigned, becoming Britain's seventh prime minister since early 2016. Voters expressed frustration with the political churn, with some saying they had yet to see concrete plans from the former mayor of Greater Manchester.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Andy Burnham is set to become British prime minister on Monday, taking over from Keir Starmer after the Labour leader served just two years in office. The 56-year-old was asked by King Charles III to form the next government and plans to signal a break from years of political turmoil.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Dozens of Ugandans and Tanzanians are hiding in neighbouring Kenya after recent elections triggered mass arrests, kidnappings, and murders in their countries. Refugees report knowing between 20 and 40 others who have fled to Kenya in recent months, though many live in fear of cross-border abduction.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Outgoing British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer declared "my work is done" in a final address at 10 Downing Street, saying he was leaving office proud of his government's achievements, including a stronger economy, improved public services, and declining immigration. He formally tendered his resignation to King Charles III, clearing the way for Andy Burnham to become Britain's new Prime Minister.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announced a maritime embargo of Saudi Arabia, stepping up tensions as the rebels threatened the top oil exporter's ability to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. The blockade, if enforced, could strain Saudi Arabia's economy by cutting off Red Sea port access and hurt global markets reliant on Saudi crude exports.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United Nations warned that Ebola risked spreading in displacement camps in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, noting that confirmed cases had been reported in at least 16 displacement sites across Ituri hosting over 270,000 displaced people, with overcrowding and limited access to basic services increasing transmission risk.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
American actress Skai Jackson apologised for comments about Kenya in which she claimed mirrors were expensive and children had never seen reflections, saying her remarks were based on a visit to a small village in 2018 and were misinterpreted as a statement about the entire country.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, 76, was sentenced to life in prison by a federal court in New York for co-founding and leading the Sinaloa cartel. He pleaded guilty to leadership and racketeering charges after being arrested at a US airport in July 2024.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Visiting American activist Ayo Kimathi urged Kenya and other African nations to reject Washington's America First Global Health Strategy, claiming it is part of a wider agenda to depopulate the Global South and describing it as one of the greatest threats to African survival in the 21st century.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that World Bank lending in developing countries, including Kenya, often fails to deliver development outcomes proportional to borrowed amounts, due to weak oversight, political interference, and poor transparency. The writer calls for stricter accountability mechanisms to ensure funds are traced from Washington through national treasuries to ground-level project delivery.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's public healthcare system treats infertility as a "lifestyle choice" rather than a medical condition, leaving affected families in debt despite one in four couples experiencing subfertility. The author calls for state funding of reproductive health treatments and removal of barriers to assisted reproductive technology.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Following UDA's loss in the Ol Kalou by-election, the party's Secretary General Hassan Omar attacked The Standard during a press conference, suggesting a KTN reporter had been instructed by shareholders to ask questions, and criticizing the headline "Whitewashed" describing the DCP's victory. The opinion piece argues that while UDA's defeat was significant, attacking journalists will not help the party regain electoral support.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has achieved high financial inclusion, with 84.8 per cent of adults accessing formal financial services by 2024, but financial literacy has not kept pace; only 44.1 per cent of adults use more than one formal financial product, and young Kenyans are gaining access to financial tools faster than the knowledge needed to use them well.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that while healthcare devolution to Kenya's 47 counties has expanded access and addressed regional inequality since 2010, the management of healthcare workers requires urgent national reflection and potential reform.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece contrasts older generations' traditional, faith-based worldview with Gen Z's skeptical, technology-driven approach to examining customs and beliefs, noting both camps believe the other has lost direction.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the World Bank should impose stricter accountability measures before and after lending to developing countries. The article contends that while the bank aims to reduce poverty and promote shared prosperity, weak oversight and poor transparency have allowed development loans to become tools of political convenience rather than instruments of transformation, with Kenya cited as an example where public debt has risen sharply but development outcomes have not matched the scale of borrowing.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the Catholic Church, facing repeated scandals involving priests fathering children and maintaining secret relationships, should look to its celibacy requirement rather than blaming women for tempting priests. The author draws a parallel to a fable about a hyena excusing predatory behaviour and contends that priests took vows of celibacy that lay women did not.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →