Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has rejected working with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, stating that the Head of State has been using emissaries to try to persuade him to join the Kenya Kwanza administration.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has rejected working with President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election, stating that the Head of State has been using emissaries to try to persuade him to join the Kenya Kwanza administration.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has announced a new national vision centred on development and economic prosperity as Vision 2030 nears completion. He has invited public engagement in a national conversation about a development charter intended to ensure social and economic prosperity beyond 2030.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has proposed a Bill with far-reaching consequences that, if approved, will impact how the 2027 General Election is conducted, including guidance on the recall of MPs and removal of the need to livestream proceedings.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Parliament and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki clashed with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Thursday over whether the Deputy Chief Justice has powers to appoint High Court Judges to sit on benches while the Chief Justice remains in office.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi County has been approving unregulated high-rise apartments using a draft that was only passed into law last month, according to arguments presented to the Supreme Court.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyans and political commentators have dismissed President William Ruto's special national address as "hollow" and underwhelming, saying he focused largely on his scorecard and vision for transforming Kenya from developing to developed status rather than addressing issues many Kenyans expected him to confront.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto on Thursday launched a new national development framework to replace Vision 2030, calling for public consultations beginning August 12, as opinion polls show two-thirds of Kenyans believe the country is headed in the wrong direction and trust in his leadership stands at net minus 39 per cent. The new vision aims to translate constitutional guarantees on health, housing, food, water and education into measurable outcomes, with Ruto stating Kenya could become a "prosperous, high-income, industrialised and globally competitive nation within one generation," even as many Kenyans say his 2022 campaign promises on jobs and lower living costs remain unfulfilled.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Attorney General, and Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission have urged the High Court to strike out a case filed by Kangema Principal Magistrate Martin Kinyua seeking to block arrest and prosecution over a Sh150,000 bribe allegation, arguing he is trying to evade trial without showing his rights were violated.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nominated Senator Crystal Asige has been removed from the Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transport and Housing, a move she attributed to a setback in advocacy for persons with disabilities. Her removal comes amid a wider reshuffle within the Orange Democratic Movement as internal divisions deepen over the party's cooperation agreement with the Kenya Kwanza administration.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has proposed new election campaign financing regulations requiring political parties and candidates to open campaign accounts, keep records of contributions, and disclose and audit finances. The IEBC says the rules aim to promote transparency and fairness, ensuring electoral outcomes are determined by voters' free will rather than financial advantage.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Justice David Mburu declined an application to suspend the Law Society of Kenya's targeted boycott against Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu and other judicial officers, deferring the matter to August 3, 2026 after a meeting between the JSC and LSK leadership began to attempt resolution.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Governments are moving away from banning organisations and targeting individuals to dismantling the financial networks that sustain terrorist operations, including disrupting funding streams, cross-border fundraising, and charitable fronts. Kenya has adopted this approach through the Terrorism Prevention Order, 2025, which targets financial support, fundraising, and the promotion of terrorist activities.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
New amendments to the National Police Service Standing Orders give the Inspector General final approval to establish, vary or abolish any formation, unit or component within the police service, and empower him to issue orders for integration, merging or reorganisation across the Kenya Police Service, Administration Police Service and Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya is defending its targeted boycott of selected judges and judicial officers, saying it will continue until the Judicial Service Commission addresses concerns about corruption, misconduct, and delays in handling complaints. LSK President Charles Kanjama said the action is intended to protect the long-term interests of litigants, lawyers, judges and the justice system, despite acknowledging concerns about impact on access to justice.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has rejected claims that Mt. Kenya region has fallen out with President Ruto, arguing that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's grievances are personal following his impeachment, and that Deputy President Kithure Kindiki deserves respect and remains secure in his position.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki arrived in Entebbe, Uganda, to represent Kenya at the 2nd Extra-Ordinary Summit of the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia, where regional leaders discuss AU support efforts and the future of the mission.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Immediate former Chief Justice David Maraga dismissed President William Ruto's proposed national dialogue on Kenya's post-Vision 2030 future as a distraction from the administration's failures on corruption, cost of living and constitutionalism. Maraga, co-party leader of the United Green Movement and presumed 2027 presidential candidate, argued that Kenyans are worse off than when Ruto assumed office and called for the next administration's priority to be restoring constitutionalism, rule of law and accountability rather than launching fresh policy blueprints.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has announced a nationwide dialogue beginning August 12 to develop a national development charter to succeed Vision 2030, describing it as the most consequential national conversation since the 2010 Constitution. The citizen-driven process will shape Kenya's long-term development priorities for the country's next phase of economic and social transformation.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
The National Police Service has established the Nairobi Metropolitan Police, Judiciary Police Unit, Kenya Police Quick Response Unit and Kenya Police Marine Unit following a major restructuring of its organisational framework, as set out in amended Standing Orders signed by Inspector-General Douglas Kanja.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria posted on social media that the ruling coalition's internal squabbles resemble the final moments of the Titanic, with two groups within the governing faction remaining oblivious to the political storm ahead while continuing normal business.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Macharia Njeru, the inaugural Chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, alleged that William Ruto made direct threats to him during Ruto's time as Deputy President, warning of political fallout if IPOA did not comply with executive demands. Njeru's allegations add to recent accusations by former National Treasury Cabinet Secretary Prof. Njuguna Ndung'u that President Ruto has systematically interfered with public institutions.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sitting Members of Parliament, including Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, have publicly confirmed that money changed hands to secure votes for the October 2024 impeachment of then Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, naming individuals allegedly involved in the payments.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chief Magistrate Stella Atambo has filed in the High Court asking it to stop the Law Society of Kenya from boycotting court proceedings before selected judicial officers, arguing the move is unconstitutional, discriminatory, and violates Kenyans' right to access justice.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto delivered a national address on July 30 urging Kenya to pursue a new long-term economic path beyond Vision 2030 and touting his administration's economic record; the speech drew swift skepticism from opposition figures, political leaders, and Kenyans online, many citing high living costs and heavy taxation.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Principal Secretary for Internal Security warned that political leaders who recruit criminal gangs or exploit young people to intimidate rivals and disrupt public meetings will face legal consequences, urging politicians to embrace peaceful competition ahead of the 2027 General Election.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Nine people, including seven Nakuru County Government officials, were arraigned over a Sh120 million procurement fraud and money laundering scheme, facing nineteen counts including conflict of interest, money laundering, and corrupt procurement practices. All pleaded not guilty and were released on bond following the DPP's decision to approve charges on the basis of sufficient evidence.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Jubilee Deputy Leader Fred Matiang'i has dismissed President Ruto's call for a national conversation on Kenya's post-Vision 2030 development agenda, arguing it diverts attention from what he characterizes as constitutional failures, deteriorating security, and weakening public institutions. Matiang'i contends the government should first restore public confidence in security, constitutionalism and the rule of law before launching such dialogue.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Former Kisumu County Assembly Speaker Onyango Oloo has claimed that up to 70 per cent of pending bills owed by county governments are fraudulent, alleging collusion between governors and county assemblies to siphon public funds. He says county governments use pending bills to channel funds through fictitious or inflated claims, with many legitimate claims belonging to businesses linked to Members of County Assemblies.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has said that Deputy Professor Kithure Kindiki "is not a son of a lesser God" and deserves respect as the country's second-in-command, in response to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's attacks. Ruku accused Gachagua of attempting to hold the Mt. Kenya region "at ransom" through divisive politics and said the differences were personal to Gachagua following his impeachment, not a broader falling-out between the Kikuyu community and President William Ruto.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior PS Dr. Raymond Omollo has urged Kenyans to participate in developing a new long-term national blueprint to guide the country's development beyond Vision 2030. The National Conversation on Kenya's Future Beyond Vision 2030, scheduled to launch on August 12, will bring together citizens from all sectors to shape the country's next development agenda.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Judicial Service Commission has criticized lawyers' boycott of judges and judicial officers, saying it disrupts court proceedings and delays justice. Following a meeting with the Law Society of Kenya and Senior Counsel Bar, JSC Chairperson Martha Koome stated that judicial conduct concerns should be addressed through constitutional mechanisms, and both parties agreed to work together against corruption and unethical conduct.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Principal Secretary for Internal Security warned politicians against recruiting criminal gangs or exploiting young people to intimidate opponents and disrupt public gatherings, threatening legal action against those found culpable. He urged young people to reject political recruitment and resolve differences through elections rather than violence.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Digital Strategist Dennis Itumbi has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of fearing the rise of a new generation of young political leaders from the Mt Kenya region, dismissing Gachagua's allegations that he leads "goons." Itumbi says the emerging movement seeks to empower young leaders with fresh ideas as rival camps consolidate support ahead of the 2027 General Election.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Judicial Service Commission has defended its judicial accountability record, saying it received 506 complaints against judges this year and has processed 417 of them, while warning that the Law Society of Kenya's planned boycott of selected courts risks disrupting access to justice.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
A Chuka University law student has been charged with publishing offensive information after allegedly posting a controversial video on TikTok referencing President William Ruto and his son George Ruto. The student pleaded not guilty after his defence team successfully applied for a fresh plea, arguing he was unrepresented at his initial appearance, and was released on Sh5,000 cash bail.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Chief Magistrate Stella Atambo has asked the High Court to stop the Law Society of Kenya from implementing a planned boycott of court proceedings before selected judicial officers, arguing the move is unconstitutional, discriminatory, and threatens access to justice.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has formally backed the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transit System (NMMRTS), an underground metro rail project presented by Governor Sakaja Johnson. The first phase will involve constructing a 30-kilometre underground railway connecting densely populated areas.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho said he would support Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as the broad-based coalition's running mate in 2027, provided Mt Kenya East leaders and residents unite behind him. Joho argued that Kindiki's prospects within the coalition would depend on the level of political support he commands from his home region.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
UDA and ODM have taken differing positions ahead of the 2027 General Election, with UDA backing Deputy President Kithure Kindiki while ODM leaders push for Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya for the running mate position.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Opposition leaders Rigathi Gachagua and Kalonzo Musyoka have criticized President Ruto's proposed new development charter as "wishful thinking," accusing his administration of sabotaging Vision 2030 implementation through corruption and wastage.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hours after President William Ruto unveiled Vision 2060, allied leaders fanned out across the country to rally support for the long-term development blueprint, which they describe as transformative and capable of accelerating Kenya towards first-world economy status. Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula called on political leaders to embrace constructive dialogue and focus on development.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has called on Kenyans to participate in a National Conversation on Kenya's Future Beyond Vision 2030, formally launching August 12, 2026, which will bring together young people, students, professionals, political leaders, faith communities, the private sector and civil society to develop a people-driven national vision.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has reaffirmed commitment to the Nairobi Metropolitan Mass Rapid Transport project, which includes a 30-kilometre underground railway linking Eastlands to the CBD with 25 stations, expected to ease traffic congestion and integrate with Bus Rapid Transit and commuter rail services.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa has left the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), stating she is ready to engage with like-minded leaders for development in Kilifi County and the Coast region. Her departure adds to political realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election, with consultations underway as she pursues her bid for Kilifi governorship.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
A nationwide power failure on Wednesday night brought critical sectors of the Kenyan economy to a standstill and raised questions about the quality of electricity supply.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i held discussions with French Ambassador Arnaud Suquet on Kenya's economic outlook and opportunities to deepen trade and investment ties, focusing on increasing French private-sector investment and strengthening business partnerships.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Licensed betting operators in Kenya contributed Sh24 billion to the exchequer in 2024, according to the Association of Gaming Operators Kenya, with the sector's tax contributions rising from Sh5.7 billion in the 2021/22 financial year to Sh28.45 billion by April 2026. The association attributes the increase to tighter compliance enforcement and improved revenue tracking, and says the sector directly employs more than 10,000 Kenyans while 500,000 others depend indirectly on the industry.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan investors are moving away from traditional money market funds toward special funds and fixed income products to seek higher yields, according to the Capital Markets Authority. Total Assets Under Management in Collective Investment Schemes reached a record Sh851.7 billion as at March 2026, up from Sh756.3 billion in December 2025.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
More than 5,000 delegates and 350 exhibitors from Africa and globally are expected to gather in Nairobi for the second Africa Commerce and Industry Summit (ACIS 2026) from October 14 to 16, organised by the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry and promoted by 63 chambers of commerce across the continent amid calls to increase intra-Africa trade.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA plans to create FIFA Forward Enterprise, a subsidiary bundling its money-making activities (broadcast rights, sponsorship, ticketing, licensing, event delivery) valued at around $20 billion, and would sell up to 20% stakes to outside investors while retaining majority control.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Entrepreneurs and small businesses in Kenya are increasingly turning to SACCOs, fintech lenders, venture capital firms and development finance institutions instead of commercial banks, which have high collateral requirements and rising borrowing costs. Together, these alternatives help address Kenya's estimated Sh2.5 trillion MSME financing gap by prioritizing savings history, cash flow and community guarantees over traditional collateral.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Safaricom shareholders approved a final dividend of Ksh.1.15 per share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, bringing the total annual dividend to Ksh.2.00 per share—the largest payout in the company's history. The announcement comes as Safaricom's share price rose 50.3 per cent during the year, lifting the company's market value to Ksh.1.10 trillion by March 31, 2026.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A partnership between entrepreneur Eric Muli and recruitment platform Joby will use digital technology to connect Machakos youth with verified job opportunities in creative, hospitality, media and technology sectors, simplifying recruitment and strengthening employer-job seeker links.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A partnership between local entrepreneur Eric Muli and recruitment platform Joby aims to connect Machakos youth with verified job openings through a technology-driven platform, seeking to tackle youth unemployment by simplifying the recruitment process and strengthening connections between employers and job seekers.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
NCBA Group has sponsored 10 Kenyan creators to undertake Creative Economy 101, a new entrepreneurship programme designed to equip creatives with business skills in management, financial planning, and intellectual property protection through the Creative Economy Africa Institute.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
A methane gas explosion at a coal mine in Balochistan province killed at least 34 workers on Thursday, with rescue operations continuing to search for additional missing miners.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya is staring at an impending severe food security crisis as long rains failed or proved erratic in key breadbasket regions, causing widespread crop failure compounded by Fall Armyworm infestations; the meteorological department warns of a high-intensity El Niño season between October and December that threatens further destruction.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has announced a government plan to more than double Kenya's bixa production through expanded farming and full use of processing capacity. The initiative aims to create thousands of jobs, increase farmer incomes, and position bixa as a major commercial crop.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
African countries have made significant progress in fighting Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a highly contagious disease affecting sheep and goats, but experts say stronger political commitment and increased funding are needed to achieve eradication across the continent. The Pan-African Programme for the Eradication of PPR, funded by the European Union with €8 million and hosted by the AU-IBAR, has strengthened the continent's preparedness to prevent, detect and respond to the disease since its launch in February 2025.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Healthcare services in three Rift Valley counties were paralysed as nurses and clinical officers struck over unresolved grievances. In Kericho County, the Kenya National Union of Nurses protested delays in implementing the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement; in Uasin Gishu County, members cited delayed salary payments and unfulfilled collective bargaining agreements.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The University of Nairobi has announced the death of its former Chancellor, Dr Vijoo Rattansi, who served as the institution's fifth Chancellor from 2013 to 2023 and was its first female Chancellor. During her tenure, she worked to expand access to higher education, strengthen academic excellence, and champion scholarships for disadvantaged students.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
A World Resources Institute report reveals that Nairobi's persistent flooding is fueled by decades of poor urban planning, environmental degradation, and weak governance rather than heavy rainfall alone. Unless the city addresses these underlying causes, residents will continue to face displacement, disease, and loss of livelihoods during heavy rains.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
A collision involving a private van, trailer, and Blue Max Sacco matatu at Lessos Junction in the Mlima Punda area killed six people including three students. The injured were taken to Burnt Forest and Plateau hospitals.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Dr Victoria Mutiso, a Director of Research at Africa Institute of Mental and Brain, was fatally shot on Wednesday. Her death has raised questions about whether security agencies are adequately protecting residents in the capital city, particularly given that she had previously reported concerns about threats to her safety.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Five people died and one was seriously injured in a dawn crash involving two trucks carrying beans on the Marsabit–Isiolo Highway near Kargi Junction on Friday. Four died at the scene and one died at hospital; police are investigating the cause.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Seven survivors of 2007–2008 post-election sexual violence, supported by rights organizations, argued before Kenya's Supreme Court that the government has failed to compensate them and prosecute perpetrators, including police. The Attorney General, DPP, and IPOA opposed the case, claiming the government pursued at least 300 sexual violence cases during the period.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
A Milimani High Court magistrate has ordered an estranged father to fulfil parental responsibilities and contribute Sh14,500 monthly maintenance for their 13-year-old child, rejecting his argument that casual earnings of Sh4,000 a month were insufficient to meet his own needs. The magistrate emphasised that every child has the right to care, protection and provision regardless of parental separation.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
A Deputy Officer Commanding Station at Drive In Police Station in Nairobi North and three other police officers have been arrested in connection with the alleged abduction of a couple in Babadogo and a demand for Sh1 million ransom. The complainants, who run an online business, were accosted while making a delivery and held at gunpoint; they managed to escape when the husband alerted bank staff at an Equity Bank branch in Githurai.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The murder trial of Paul Kanyinke Sena, accused in the death of advocate Mandela Nabaala Leyian outside an entertainment venue in Narok, has been postponed to November after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions requested more time to review the case file. This is the second adjournment to allow prosecutors to review evidence, with the High Court in Narok granting the delay on July 28.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has no centralised register for lost dogs and cats despite steady rises in missing pet cases reported by veterinary clinics and animal welfare groups. Vets say the gap makes it harder to gauge the problem's scale or measure risks such as road accidents, disease, theft and poisoning.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
A Kwale Resident Magistrate ruled that a father running a yoga company must contribute to his six-year-old son's upkeep after claiming he could not afford even a shilling, citing prioritization of his late sister's two children. The boy, born to a Swedish mother, expressed a wish to spend more time with his father, whom he has met only once since his parents' separation in 2021.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Court of Appeal in Mombasa has stopped the supply of child pornographic evidence materials to Noel Ndinyo, who is charged with perpetrating child pornography.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's private schools are expanding international curriculum offerings, including Cambridge and dual-curriculum models, as demand from local parents grows seeking qualifications for overseas university admissions and international careers. Schools are introducing multiple education pathways to respond to this shift in parent priorities.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Monica Nyawira Kimani's brother George Kimani has urged the High Court to allow the family to participate in Joseph Kuria Irungu's (Jowie's) case challenging the constitutionality of the death penalty, setting up a legal showdown between the two parties.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
A Mercedes Actros trailer collided head-on with two Toyota Hiace matatus at Mlima Punda near Lessos Junction on the Nakuru-Eldoret highway on Friday morning, leaving seven dead and eight seriously injured. The trailer was attempting to overtake while descending a hill when the crash occurred.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Inspector Kelvin Mwangi, Deputy Officer Commanding Station at Drive In Police Post, was arrested on Thursday night in connection with a kidnapping and extortion incident targeting a couple in Githurai, Nairobi. The officer is being held to assist investigations while detectives pursue other suspects still at large.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two trucks transporting beans collided on the Marsabit–Isiolo Road on Friday morning at Kargi Junction, killing five people; one person was seriously injured and police have launched investigations.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A World Resources Institute report attributes Nairobi's worsening flood crisis to decades of poor urban planning and environmental degradation, including unplanned development in flood-prone areas, inadequate drainage, shrinking wetlands, and weak land-use enforcement, alongside heavy rainfall. The 2024 floods displaced nearly 21,000 families, damaged over 90 kilometres of roads and nine bridges, and led to over 147,000 waterborne disease cases.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has asked courts to detain Rose Mulwa and her son Chris Mulwa for 30 days while investigating the murder of Dr. Victoria Nthunya Mutiso. Detectives allege the doctor reported two prior incidents in July involving armed men on a motorcycle before she was shot dead; police say she identified one attacker as Chris Mulwa, whose mother is the former wife of the deceased's husband.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Businessman Jimmy Mwanzia Mutava disappeared under mysterious circumstances Monday night in Mlolongo, Machakos County, after meeting a senior police officer; CCTV footage shows armed men forcing him into a vehicle, and his family says they have not been told whether he was arrested or where he is being held.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two suspects—Rose Mbithe Mulwa and her son Chris Mulwa—were arraigned at Milimani Law Courts on Friday in connection with the murder of clinical psychologist and researcher Dr. Victoria Nthunya Mutiso. Prosecutors sought a 30-day detention to complete investigations, which also explore a possible link to the fatal shooting of lawyer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu last year.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A High Court judge will rule next Friday on a petition challenging the removal of 35 victims of abduction and enforced disappearance from a compensation list for anti-government protest victims. The petitioners accuse the Makau Mutua-led Panel of Experts of unlawfully excluding these victims and subjecting them to a new authentication process, while the KNCHR has backed the petition.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Standard corrects an earlier report: the inauguration fete for the Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o Cultural and Arts Centre in Limuru is scheduled for August 29 and is free and open to the public, according to a family spokesperson. The article also reflects on the late author's life, legacy, and lesser-known artistic collaborations with activist Ndungi Githuku.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Veteran Kenyan music producer Eric Musyoka, who has worked with artists including Sauti Sol, Juliani, and Nonini since the late 1990s, discusses what he sees as the obstacles facing Kenya's music industry, arguing that a lack of talent is not the problem.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA has proposed selling a private stake in the World Cup, triggering escalating conflict within the global football community just 24 hours after the announcement.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA said on Friday it would continue consulting member associations on a proposed private investment plan for World Cup operations, even as UEFA pledged to boycott the World Cup and CONCACAF's 41 member associations rejected the proposal. FIFA's plan could raise up to $4.2 billion based on a $20 billion valuation of its commercial subsidiary FFE.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Franco Baresi, AC Milan captain in the 1980s and 1990s who won three European Cups and six Italian league titles, has died aged 66. A World Cup winner with Italy in 1982 and finalist in 1994, Baresi is regarded as one of the greatest sweepers in football history.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Defending Dala 7s champions KCB Rugby Club will compete in the second leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit on Saturday at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu, after winning the opening Prinsloo Sevens tournament in Nakuru.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Impala Rugby Club aims to bounce back at the second leg of the 2026 National Sevens Circuit, the Dala 7s, at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu this weekend after finishing 12th with five points at the opening Prinsloo 7s tournament. Head coach Anthony Nyandigski said the team has learned from the opening tournament and is confident in competing against their Pool A rivals, including defending champions KCB Rugby Club.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Gor Mahia booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup after edging Djibouti's Garde Republicaine 1-0 in their final Group A match, securing all three points despite playing the final stages with 10 men after Alpha Chris Onyango was sent off in the 69th minute. The FKF Premier League champions finished top of their group with six points and a goal difference of five goals.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's senior advisor Carlos Cordeiro resigned, opposing the organization's proposed private investment plan involving World Cup stakes. The Asian Football Confederation joined UEFA and CONCACAF in condemning the plan, noting that a World Cup boycott has entered public discourse.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
St Joseph's Girls Senior School Kitale, former national and East Africa rugby 7s champions, are targeting a return to the national title at this year's National Term Two games after losing the regional crown to Itigo Girls. The school won the inaugural national trophy in 2024 and the East Africa title but were dethroned by Kinale Girls last year.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Under 18 polo team will face Zambia on Sunday in an international tournament at Manyatta Polo Club, following Kenya's victory over Zimbabwe last weekend. Test matches will take place this morning to help teams select their squads for the main match.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Robert Okaka, Kenya's last boxing hope at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, was eliminated after losing on a unanimous points decision (5-0) to England's Dimeji Shittu in the quarter-finals. Okaka was the fourth Kenyan boxer to exit the tournament.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Round of 16 of the 104th Kenya Amateur Matchplay Championship at Limuru Country Club produced eight quarterfinalists, including Austria's Ewan Widor, who secured a commanding 6&5 victory, and Sigona Golf Club's Maahir Patel and Junaid Ayaz Manji, who will face each other in the last eight after their respective wins.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi returned to training with Inter Miami on Wednesday, 10 days after Argentina lost the World Cup final 1-0 to Spain on July 19. The 39-year-old forward has not yet clarified whether he will continue playing for the national side.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio has been diagnosed with a muscle injury in his right thigh and will miss the start of the La Liga season, expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks according to Spanish reports.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA said Friday it will proceed with stakeholder consultation on a proposed private investment plan, dismissing what it called "incorrect media reports." UEFA responded by threatening to boycott the World Cup if FIFA presses ahead, stating that no UEFA national teams will participate in FIFA competitions while the private ownership proposals remain.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester City's Jack Grealish has denied claims he was left out of the club's pre-season tour to Hong Kong and Seoul, stating he is still recovering from foot surgery in February and is not yet training.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ANZA MMA Contenders 8 drew a sold-out crowd to The Alchemist in Nairobi on Thursday, marking the promotion's biggest amateur event to date. Samuel Laurian of Nairobi Jiu-Jitsu Academy secured a third-round technical knockout victory over Joshua Ojow in the headline bout.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has praised new signing Maxence Lacroix, saying the French international has a winner's mentality and strong personality that will boost their defensive line. Lacroix joined from Crystal Palace for a reported £52 million on a six-year contract.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
World Boxing has lifted sanctions on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete under the country's flag and with its national anthem played. The move follows the International Olympic Committee's earlier lifting of the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee and easing of restrictions on Russian athletes.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Impala Rugby Club aims to climb the National Sevens Circuit standings when the Dala 7s tournament kicks off this weekend at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Kisumu. Currently in 12th place with five points after the Prinsloo 7s, the side has been drawn in Pool A with defending Dala 7s champions KCB Rugby, MMUST Rugby Club and Zetech Oaks.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Franco Baresi, who captained AC Milan in the 1980s and 1990s when they won three European Cups and six Italian league titles, has died at the age of 66, the club announced on July 31, 2026.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Harambee Starlets lost 1-0 to Senegal in their Group A match at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday, with head coach Beldine Odemba attributing the defeat to missed chances and a defensive lapse. The loss leaves Kenya at the bottom of Group A after back-to-back defeats.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Novak Djokovic announced he will compete at the Cincinnati Masters (August 13–23), his first appearance at the tournament since winning the title in 2023. The 39-year-old is returning to competition after losing to Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon semi-finals.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sanaa Mssoudy scored in the 84th minute to give hosts Morocco a 1-0 victory over Algeria in a Women's Africa Cup of Nations group match in Rabat on Thursday.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea was fined £10 million and handed a suspended two-window transfer ban following an appeal hearing into sanctions for multiple breaches of Football Association rules covering agents, intermediaries, and third-party player investment. The club had admitted to 74 breaches of FA regulations; the suspended transfer ban replaced an initial suspended six-point deduction.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Newly appointed Michael Olunga Football Academy head coach Gilbert Selebwa has set his ambition on guiding the National Super League side to the Kenya Premier League for the 2027/28 season. Selebwa, a former AFC Leopards head coach regarded as a promotion specialist across East Africa, believes his track record of moving clubs from the National Super League to the top flight will help MOFA achieve this goal.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Stanbic Aces head coach Maurice Obilo has urged his players to remain tactically disciplined as they prepare for a National Women's Basketball Premier League double-header this weekend at USIU Grounds against Equity Hawks and Dream Girls. The bankers, currently second in the standings with 32 points from 17 matches, aim to boost their title challenge.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Franco Baresi, AC Milan captain during the 1980s and 1990s when the club won three European Cups and six Italian league titles, has died at age 66, the club announced on Friday.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kariobangi Sharks secured Congolese striker David Polepole from Tusker FC. Polepole vowed to rediscover his goal-scoring form after a challenging previous season, saying he is ready to work hard and be competitive for the FKF Premier League side.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Assistant coach Fred Abuga has warned Highway Secondary School's football team not to be complacent as they seek to reclaim the national title at the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association Term Two Games in Thika, cautioning that unfamiliar teams at the nationals pose a tactical danger.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Busia, Bungoma and Vihiga counties will begin the fifth edition of Safaricom Chapa Dimba this weekend with county playoffs on Saturday to determine two boys' and two girls' finalist teams in each county, followed by county finals on Sunday, 2nd August.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya is hosting the 16th Magical Kenya Travel Expo in October with over 10,000 delegates from 40 countries and more than 400 exhibitors, as part of efforts to reach a target of five million international arrivals by the end of 2027. The event is expected to be the largest edition since inception, with attendance up nearly 30 per cent from last year.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The United Green Movement has called for an independent investigation into the alleged poisoning of fifteen elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem, saying preliminary laboratory findings detected a potential toxic substance in samples from affected elephants. UGM cited gaps in Kenya's regulation of hazardous chemicals and urged authorities to prevent similar wildlife deaths.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
Hamas said Friday it had agreed to a Trump-announced deal requiring it to hand over weapons to a Palestinian governing committee and Israel to gradually withdraw from Gaza. Israel did not immediately comment, though an Israeli political source told AFP the proposed agreement did not "satisfactorily" address Israeli demands for full demilitarisation of Gaza.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki arrived in Entebbe, Uganda, on July 31 to represent President William Ruto at the 2nd Extraordinary Summit of the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia, where leaders are deliberating on the peacekeeping mission's operational strategy, financing, and the transition of security responsibilities to the Somali National Army by December 2029.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Uganda is hosting three meetings for countries contributing troops to the African Union peace mission in Somalia, culminating in a heads of state summit where participants will assess the security situation, strengthen coordination among contributors, and discuss measures against armed groups including Al Shabaab.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Iraq's Prime Minister has ordered heightened alertness and readiness across military camps and bases, and pledged that modernizing air defence capabilities is a "top priority" following US-Saudi strikes on bases belonging to the Hashed al-Shaabi, an armed alliance integrated into Iraqi forces that includes pro-Iran groups.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UEFA said Thursday it would boycott the World Cup if FIFA proceeds with private investor proposals, stating that no UEFA national teams will participate in any FIFA competition unless the proposal is abandoned and FIFA gives binding assurances it will never open governance or competitions to private ownership.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The U.S. Department of State issued a formal apology after displaying a map during the AIDS 2026 conference in Rio de Janeiro that incorrectly labeled all six highlighted partner nations—Nigeria, Mozambique, Uganda, Côte d'Ivoire, Malawi, and Cameroon—meant to showcase bilateral agreements under the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief. Nigeria was depicted as landlocked in the Sahara, Mozambique was transposed to the Horn of Africa, and Côte d'Ivoire was shifted to the opposite side of the continent.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ghana's government has accepted a proposal to extend the presidential term from four years to five years and lower the minimum age for presidential candidates to 35, according to Justice Minister Dominic Ayine. The committee that reviewed the constitution also recommended extending parliament's term to five years to align with the presidency.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace announced an agreement for Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza to completely disarm, with a senior Hamas official confirming the group's agreement to the plan and Israel yet to comment. The disarmament is part of the second phase of a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire plan that also includes Israeli troop withdrawal and Gaza reconstruction.
31 July 2026 · Capital News →
South Sudan plans to hold its first national election in December 2026, previously postponed in 2022 and 2024, with President Salva Kiir saying the country is prepared. The election comes as the country seeks political stability and economic resilience after 38 years of war and 15 years since independence.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Members of Kenya's Congolese community have called on the government to investigate alleged recruitment, mobilisation and fundraising activities by the Alliance Fleuve Congo/M23 movement in Nairobi, urging that Kenya's democratic freedoms not be exploited to fuel the conflict in eastern DRC.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and 10 regional countries will sign a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cross-border disease surveillance, data sharing, and coordinated responses to disease outbreaks. The agreement aims to facilitate real-time surveillance, harmonise health measures at border points, and improve joint resource mobilisation during health emergencies.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino vowed to proceed with consultation on a proposed private investment plan for the World Cup despite opposition from the Asian Football Confederation, UEFA, and CONCACAF. Senior advisor Carlos Cordeiro resigned in protest, stating he "cannot stand by while FIFA considers selling a stake in the World Cup."
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece uses the myth of Icarus to counsel Senator Edwin Sifuna, who polls show as a rising presidential candidate, to avoid political extremes and "stick to the middle" as he navigates heightened national prominence.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
A Standard columnist argues that Kenya's inability to reliably supply electricity has driven citizens like himself to invest in solar power, contrasting this with effective government service delivery in developed countries where states subsidize renewable energy and ensure quality standards.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
This is an opinion piece presenting a fictional speech the author believes President Ruto should have delivered regarding party defections from UDA and governance challenges ahead of elections.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece examines whether Kenya's independent commissions operate genuinely independently or under presidency influence, citing the NCIC's response to Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale's remarks as a case that raised public concerns about institutional independence and consistency.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the Ol Kalou by-election reflects concerns about Kenya's readiness for the 2027 General Election, particularly regarding the resurgence of organised groups that disrupt political activities and intimidate opponents. The author contends that electoral violence must be addressed as a governance issue, noting that unemployment, economic hardship, and political manipulation create conditions for criminal group expansion.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's problem is not a lack of ambitious strategy—such as the proposal by Kisumu Governor Nyong'o and economist Hino for agricultural, industrial, and AI-driven advancement—but rather a pattern of policy discontinuity. The article contends that new administrations regularly abandon and rebrand their predecessors' initiatives, rendering long-term investments ineffective.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said football must be kept out of private hands and remain "for the people," backing UEFA's opposition to FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in a commercial subsidiary that would run the World Cup.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →