President William Ruto defended launching the national dialogue on the vision 2060 economic transformation plan just one year before the 2027 general elections, arguing that political interests should not shape the country's future.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto defended launching the national dialogue on the vision 2060 economic transformation plan just one year before the 2027 general elections, arguing that political interests should not shape the country's future.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that a possible Edwin Sifuna–Kalonzo Musyoka presidential ticket could carry higher national perceptive value than the current William Ruto–Kithure Kindiki pairing, as elections are won by narratives that convince voters they are witnessing the future.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's energy sector remains constitutionally mandated to county governments for planning, electricity and gas reticulation, and regulation, but more than a decade after devolution, these functions remain predominantly centralised at the national level.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto defended the timing of launching the national dialogue on the vision 2060 economic transformation plan, which occurred just one year before the 2027 general elections.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's youth continue to struggle as the Kenya Kwanza administration led by President William Ruto has failed to address their concerns, despite pledges made during the 2022 election campaign and the signing of the Kenya Kwanza Youth charter in June 2022.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Afrison Export Import Limited and Huelands Limited, associated with businessman Francis Mburu, have appealed to the Supreme Court in a Sh3.2 billion land dispute with the government over Ruaraka property. The companies argue the Court of Appeal erred in finding that the government bought its own land.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto defended the timing of the launch of the national dialogue on the vision 2060 economic transformation plan, which begins just one year before the 2027 general elections.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Central Park has remained closed for almost four years during renovations, prompting social media concerns and criticism of Governor Johnson Sakaja's priorities. The article notes disagreement between Sakaja and the KDF over the delayed reopening.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
After months of public disagreement, opposition leaders have agreed to resolve their differences internally without publicly airing disputes.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
As Kenya Kwanza and ODM technical teams work on policy planning, ODM leadership has publicly stated its key negotiating priorities for the alliance include securing the 2027 Deputy President running mate slot and a 50-50 distribution of key Cabinet and diplomatic positions.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Dr Duncan Ojwang Oburu, nominee for Independent Policing Oversight Authority Chairperson, was vetted by Parliament's Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security and was asked to explain how he would address the institution's credibility issues. Oburu advocated for the use of police body cameras.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Linda Mwananchi leaders, led by Caroli Omondi, have raised alarm over an alleged plot by local political leaders to disrupt their planned rallies in Homa Bay County this weekend, accusing them of mobilising goons to block access to venues. They have called on the Inspector General of Police and other security agencies to intervene and ensure safety for the movement's leaders, supporters and residents.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto has launched a "Beyond Vision 2030" conversation aimed at repositioning Kenya as Singapore's peer, representing another shift in the administration's development agenda before previous plans are fully implemented.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Zambians voted Thursday in an election centered on economic hardship in the copper-rich nation, where President Hakainde Hichilema seeks a second term. While inflation has fallen and the kwacha has strengthened, many face high food and energy costs and unemployment around 10 per cent, with concerns raised that the government has narrowed space for dissent.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Lawyer and political analyst Fanya Mambo Kinuthia has told President William Ruto to resign if he considers the Constitution an obstacle to governing Kenya, accusing him of failing to deliver on promises and citing the government's handling of 2024 Gen Z protests and questions over missing protesters.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Economist Odhiambo Ramogi has called for the proposed Vision 2060 talks to be delayed until after the 2027 General Election, arguing that holding the conversation now risks making it a political tool and preventing genuine bipartisan consensus on Kenya's long-term development agenda.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The killing of Nathan Masai Wasama has triggered a political storm in Mt Elgon constituency, with rival politicians questioning the circumstances and pointing to a long-running rivalry with incumbent MP Fred Kapondi, though no evidence has publicly established Kapondi's involvement and detectives have not announced a political motive. Other political aspirants say the constituency's environment has become increasingly threatening for those challenging established power.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has released the ballot paper and ballot box lid colours for the six elective positions in the 2027 General Election. The scheme remains unchanged from 2013, 2017 and 2022, with presidential ballots white, parliamentary ballots green, county assembly ballots brown, senator ballots yellow, woman representative ballots purple and governor ballots sky blue.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Jubilee presidential aspirant Fred Matiang'i has called for leaders to stop hurling insults and focus on uniting Kenyans, saying leaders should discuss programmes rather than create division as the country heads toward the 2027 general elections.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Busia County Assembly has completed a Sh73.5 million digital transformation programme to reduce printing costs, improve access to legislative documents, and enable residents to follow proceedings in real time through acquisition of digital devices, server software, cameras and other equipment.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Interior Principal Secretary has assured the Linda Mwananchi movement of adequate security during its planned Homa Bay tour, stating that politicians have a democratic right to visit any part of the country as long as they observe the law. The assurance comes amid concerns by Linda Mwananchi leaders over alleged intimidation from ODM rivals in Homa Bay.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly has passed the Kenya Roads (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which requires dedicated infrastructure for cyclists, pedestrians, and other non-motorised transport users on designated roads across the country. The legislation seeks to improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists, with road authorities including KeNHA, KeRRA, and KURA required to incorporate such facilities in road design and construction.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto accused his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta of sponsoring opposition politicians and questioned his record on affordable housing, universal health coverage, and education. Ruto told residents in Uasin Gishu County that the 2027 election should focus on what leaders have delivered rather than calls for his removal.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Jubilee party has accused President William Ruto of using retired President Uhuru Kenyatta as a political scapegoat instead of focusing on governance issues such as cost of living, taxation, and employment. The statement came after Ruto renewed attacks on Kenyatta during a political rally in Eldoret, accusing the former president of sponsoring opposition activities and questioning his record on programmes including affordable housing, universal healthcare and education.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that President Ruto's Kenya Kwanza administration has failed to deliver on promises made to youth during the 2022 campaign, continuing a pattern of successive administrations neglecting youth concerns. The article notes that Ruto pledged to address youth issues at the centre during the signing of the Kenya Kwanza Youth Charter in June 2022, but has not fulfilled those commitments.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has launched the Beyond Vision 2030 conversation initiative aimed at redirecting Kenya's development trajectory towards becoming a peer to Singapore, marking another plan shift under his administration.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
A Parliament report on county fiscal performance found that 74 per cent of counties scored a Grade C, with only three counties scoring Grade B and none achieving Grade A, suggesting systemic weaknesses in county government performance.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has announced the colours of ballot papers and ballot box lids for the 2027 General Elections, with each colour corresponding to one of the six elective positions: white for President, green for Members of the National Assembly, beige for Members of County Assembly, yellow for Senate, light blue for Governor, and purple for Women Representative.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga has criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for questioning the circumstances of Raila Odinga's death, telling him to respect the late former Prime Minister and stop involving his name in political campaigns. Wanga alleged that Gachagua was a fierce critic of Odinga when alive and had previously threatened to kill him if he attended protests.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Zambians voted Thursday in an election where President Hakainde Hichilema seeks a second term as economic hardship tests his record. The 64-year-old is betting on job creation and infrastructure development, while facing challenger Brian Mundubile and 12 other candidates in the copper-rich nation.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has released the ballot paper and ballot box lid colours for the six elective positions in the 2027 General Election, with each ballot colour matched to its corresponding box lid: President (white), Member of the National Assembly (green), Member of the County Assembly (beige), Senator (yellow), Woman Representative (purple), and Governor (blue).
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has arrived in New Delhi for an official visit to the Lok Sabha aimed at strengthening parliamentary relations and bilateral cooperation between Kenya and India. The visit follows an invitation from Indian Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, with the two countries seeking to deepen longstanding ties through legislative exchanges and cooperation.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto attended the 46th Kenya Defence Forces recruits pass-out parade at the Defence Forces Recruits Training School in Eldoret, marking the completion of basic military training for a new cohort and their transition into service as trained KDF members.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
Kisumu County Bunge La Wananchi has accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of politicising the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and using it for political gain. Bunge chairman Salim Onyango urged politicians to respect Raila's legacy and avoid drawing the Luo community into discussions surrounding his death ahead of the 2027 General Election.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
Siaya Governor James Orengo has accused political leaders in Homa Bay of plotting to disrupt a Linda Mwananchi rally planned for Sunday, alleging that organisers received reports of meetings aimed at discouraging residents from attending. Orengo called on police to protect attendees and warned that the rally would proceed despite what he described as intimidation.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
Nyandarua Senator John Methu has challenged the Kenya Kwanza administration to publish a comprehensive account of President William Ruto's performance, citing the Democracy for the Citizens Party leader's accountability statement that raised scrutiny on cost of living, taxation, public debt, healthcare, education and insecurity.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mount Elgon MP Fred Kapondi has denied allegations linking him to the murder of businessman Nathan Wasama, 61, who was shot dead on August 8, 2026 at his shop in Tuikut Trading Centre. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua had alleged Kapondi's involvement, but the MP maintains he has never harboured ill-motive against Wasama and his conscience is clear.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Margaret Wanjiru, chairperson of the Nairobi Rivers Commission, has given 30-day notice of her resignation, saying she is ready to move on and focus on other engagements. Wanjiru served in the role for 20 months.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has praised the Kenya Defence Forces for supporting national development projects across the country beyond Vision 2030, saying the military's technical expertise and organisational capacity enable it to participate in infrastructure development and other national priorities alongside traditional security responsibilities.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
Mount Elgon MP Fred Kapondi has denied allegations linking him to the murder of Nathan Wasama, a parliamentary aspirant, and rejected DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua's claims that police recovered 18 firearms from his home. Kapondi said Wasama never reported security concerns to police before his death.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
Dr Duncan Ojwang Oburu, nominee for IPOA chairperson, pledged to the National Assembly committee that he would speak "truth to power," defend Kenyans' rights, and maintain the authority's independence while cooperating with the National Police Service. He emphasized that IPOA should remain independent in investigating police misconduct and handling abuse complaints, and that cooperation should not mean subordination to police command.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
Siaya Governor James Orengo has rejected an advisory opinion from the Commission on Administrative Justice over appointments and administrative arrangements within the county government, claiming the commission violated due process by not formally serving the document or giving the county a meaningful opportunity to respond before public release.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As Kenya develops Vision 2060 to succeed Vision 2030, economists commissioned by President Ruto have raised the issue of corruption and wastage—a problem policymakers have avoided confronting—though public criticism suggests the initiative may be premature or a distraction from current economic hardship.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has issued demand letters to 22 individuals and three companies, including former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i and former NLC Chairperson Muhammad Swazuri, seeking restitution of Ksh.1.5 billion paid for a controversial 13-acre Ruaraka land acquisition, following a Court of Appeal decision that found the payment illegal.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A multi-sectoral working panel will be constituted to draft Kenya's economic transformation plan beyond Vision 2030, with the proposal to be debated by all 47 county assemblies and presented to the second National Conversation before being developed into a bill for Parliament. The proposal will be anchored on five key pillars including health, education, infrastructure and security, and will involve grassroots engagement and civic education.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A multi-sectoral working panel will be constituted to draft the Beyond Vision 2030 Economic Transformation Plan, which will be debated in all 47 county assemblies before being presented to Parliament. The proposal will be anchored on five key pillars: health, education, infrastructure, security, and labour.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto dismissed ethnic-based political groupings and told Kenyans voters are interested in leaders' development records, not tribal affiliations. He called on the country to reject tribal politics and embrace national unity, saying Kenya's progress depends on leaders and citizens prioritizing national interest above ethnic and political considerations.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo assured the Linda Mwananchi coalition that adequate security will be deployed during their Sunday rally in Homa Bay, after the movement claimed some Nyanza leaders were planning to disrupt it. Omollo warned that anyone attempting to disrupt the rally will face firm action and urged participants to respect the law.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of financing the Opposition to undermine his administration, claiming Uhuru failed to address issues like affordable housing and universal health coverage during his presidency and is now supporting efforts to remove him from office. Ruto said his government should be judged by its record rather than opposition slogans.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National Economic Development Party leader Mike Sonko has launched a grassroots mobilisation campaign in Nairobi focused on youth, women and community empowerment under the "Uchumi Bora" campaign, which will be rolled out across all 17 constituencies in the capital ahead of the 2027 General Election.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Co-operative Bank of Kenya recorded half-year net profit of Sh18 billion, a 28 per cent increase from Sh14.1 billion a year earlier, driven by subsidiary revenues and an improving loan book despite economic headwinds in Kenya's banking sector.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Shipping professionals gathered in Mombasa warned that simultaneous geopolitical, technological and environmental changes pose a new challenge, arguing that the most adaptable ports — not necessarily the largest — will succeed, and that people, partnerships and professionalism create resilience more than infrastructure or technology alone.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Revenue Authority and Kenya Ports Authority have agreed to fast-track cargo clearance at Mombasa Port by harmonising staff shifts for continuous gate operations and implementing 24/7 operations, while exploring use of alternative facilities like Inland Container Depots and Container Freight Stations to decongest the port.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
A study by the Project Management Institute and Green Project Management of nearly 1,600 professionals across 35 countries found that only 20 percent of project professionals are extremely confident their organisations can deliver on sustainability commitments, compared with 85 percent of sustainability executives. The research identified six recurring barriers to execution including difficulty quantifying sustainability benefits, weak integration into decision-making, and unclear goals.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Electronics retailer TekEasy has opened a one-stop tech and accessories shop at Runda Mall where customers can browse multiple brands, access expert support, and buy gadgets and services without visiting multiple stores.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Institute of Supplies Management has called for reforms to strengthen the legal framework governing procurement, with a focus on accountability, efficiency and value for money. KISM chairperson Jennifer Cirindi said procurement must be handled by qualified professionals who can be held accountable for the use of public resources.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
According to CheapOair data, 62 per cent of travellers book trips within 0–30 days of departure, but early booking is recommended to avoid higher fares and limited flight options during school holidays and peak seasons. Search activity for domestic weekend, international family, and international group travel has risen between 11.5 and 16.3 per cent, though bookings have not increased proportionally.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Technopolis Development Authority has signed a collaboration agreement with Amazon Web Services to accelerate Kenya's digital transformation and cloud adoption, positioning Konza as a regional hub for technology and innovation. The partnership will focus on skills development, business engagement, infrastructure alignment, and startup enablement.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Business leaders and investment experts have called for urgent reforms to remove barriers to trade and investment in East Africa, warning that the region risks losing billions in economic opportunities unless member states improve implementation of regional agreements. At the CEOs–Trade & Investment Roundtable, the East African Business Council Executive Director cited intra-EAC trade of about Sh2.55 trillion against a regional economy valued at approximately Sh46.6 trillion, and called for removal of non-tariff barriers, harmonisation of standards, and lower logistics costs.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
KCB Group declared an interim dividend of Sh3 per share, totaling Sh9.64 billion, after half-year net profit rose to Sh36.1 billion from Sh31.5 billion in the same period last year, driven by an expanded loan book and contributions from regional subsidiaries.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
A 29-year-old boda boda operator from Bungoma won Ksh1 million as the Week One winner of Shabiki InaGive, a campaign that awards Ksh1 million weekly to players who record the highest multiplier on crash games including Jet X, Hydroplan, Aviatrix, or Aviator.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Google has unveiled the Pixel Tag, a $29.99 tracking device for Android that competes with Apple's AirTag and can locate valuables like wallets and luggage. The company also introduced Pixel Watch 5, which monitors subway stops, pauses audiobooks when listeners fall asleep, and detects cardiac trouble.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
KCB Group PLC reported a Ksh.49.3 billion gross profit for the first half of 2026, a 20.8% rise, driven by strong income growth and disciplined cost management. Total assets grew 16.8% to Ksh.2.3 trillion, while the board declared interim dividends of Ksh.3.00 per share, a 50% increase from the prior year.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Directors from four tea factories in KTDA Zone Three have dismissed allegations linking board member Chege Kirundi to an irregular Sh322 million fertilizer payment, saying no verified evidence has been presented. Kirundi has voluntarily appeared before the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to cooperate with investigators.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The suspension of soda ash manufacturer Tata Chemicals in Magadi has rippled through the local economy, affecting workers, traders, contractors, suppliers, and health services, exposing the town's heavy dependence on the single employer.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A study by the Project Management Institute and Green Project Management surveying nearly 1,600 professionals across 35 countries found a growing gap between organisations' sustainability ambitions and their implementation, with only 20 percent of project professionals extremely confident in achieving goals and 59 percent of organisations having not fully integrated sustainability into project delivery and operational decisions.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
More than 180 financial sector executives meeting in Nairobi are discussing how artificial intelligence and data analytics can improve risk assessment, fraud detection, and decision-making. Industry leaders say the competitive advantage lies in turning data into actionable insights rather than simply collecting it.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's usable foreign exchange reserves provide about 6.2 months of import cover, well above the four-month minimum recommended level, according to CBK Governor Kamau Thugge. The assurance comes as El Niño-related disruptions to domestic production and the Middle East conflict threaten to increase import demands.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A profile of Milkah Kimani, Group Head of Sales at Ole Sereni, who has spent two decades building her career in hospitality sales, beginning at Cadbury Kenya.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has announced the death of Silas Cheboi, its Assistant Director for Surveillance and Enforcement. Cheboi will be buried on August 15, 2026, at his home in Eldama Ravine, Baringo County.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Cereal Growers Association chairman has warned that Kenya faces a food crisis driven by an inefficient market and too few investors, citing alarmingly high aflatoxin levels in maize on the market and calling for the reintroduction of agricultural extension officers to guide farmers.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Nyambene Miraa Farmers and Traders Association is pushing for miraa to be removed from Kenya's Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances Act, arguing that declassification is essential for crop development and access to new export markets such as the Middle East and Far East, while Somalia remains the largest current buyer.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi has established a digital agricultural transformation department to accelerate technology adoption and climate-smart farming practices. The firm is implementing artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics solutions, including an AI-powered optical sorting system at its macadamia processing plant.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said Kenya expects maize production to decline due to drought in ASALs, but the government has put measures in place to prevent a national food shortage, including supplementing local supplies through imports from the COMESA region.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said Kenya expects maize production to decline due to drought in ASAL counties, but the government has measures in place to prevent food shortage, including importing maize from the COMESA region. The CS said maize seed stocks are sufficient despite potential losses of 25–30 percent of the seed crop.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Google searches for "Ebola" spiked sharply in Kenya on August 11, with interest up more than 5,000 per cent compared with the preceding 24 hours and the same week period, according to Google Trends data. Leading searches included "Ebola outbreak," "what is Ebola," and "what causes Ebola," reflecting public interest in understanding the disease.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
A Nairobi resident who started casual sports betting three months ago reports that the activity has changed how he engages with football—forcing him to pay closer attention to matches and learn more about teams and players than he did before betting.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Baringo residents are demanding the return of the orrorin tugenensis fossil, the world's second-oldest man fossil discovered in the county 26 years ago, after officials from the Community Museums of Kenya allegedly removed it from the Kipsaraman Community Museum for safe keeping.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kabarak University has been ranked Kenya's top private university and fifth overall in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, among 11 Kenyan institutions included in the global ranking. The university has also earned recognition as Best Performing Higher Learning Institution in Kenya at the 2025 Africa Champions Awards.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
An assistant chief in Wajir County was sentenced to 22 years imprisonment for raping his cousin and posting her nudes on a clan WhatsApp group in 2020. He was also ordered to pay half a million in compensation to the victim.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Four people died when their vehicle veered off the road and landed in a seasonal river near Mitheru, Tharaka Nithi county, after the driver swerved to avoid a head-on collision with an overtaking vehicle. Three other passengers survived with injuries.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives said striking nurses will not return to work despite disciplinary action from several counties following a court injunction declaring the strike illegal and a Council of Governors directive to implement discipline. The strike, now in its third week, involves nurses in Nyandarua, Mombasa, Kericho, Embu, Kisumu and Uasin Gishu counties.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission detectives raided the home of Kitui sand trader Peter Kalungu and seized documents amid investigations into unregulated sand harvesting, environmental degradation, and revenue leakages linked to the sand trade. The operation lasted nearly five hours; Kalungu was reportedly away when officers arrived and there was a standoff when workers allegedly prevented access and a grader dug a trench at the entrance.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
A licensed fisherman is feared dead after a hippo attacked and capsized his boat in Lake Naivasha on Wednesday evening; two other fishermen escaped to safety. Cases of hippo attacks in the lake have risen, with over 30 people losing their lives since the year began, according to local fisheries organizations.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Residents of Kisii have been living in fear for the last three months due to attacks by a gang that robs victims and causes serious injuries. The group, known as Ebirongo (Porcupines), is said to be associated with county politicians and has targeted individuals perceived as opponents of local leaders.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Revered Kaya elders from Kaya Fungo Giriama in Kaloleni Sub-County, Kilifi County, have accused some colleagues of being manipulated by politicians and wealthy individuals to destroy the 500-acre sacred forest for land grabbing, while those supporting development denied the allegations. Both sides agreed on Thursday on the need to preserve the forest for future generations and to prevent ancestral curses.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The government has set aside Sh29 billion for the construction of 13 new Level 5 comprehensive county referral hospitals with 300 beds each, aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure and bringing specialised care closer to communities. The hospitals will be established in Kilifi, Mandera, Marsabit, Embu, Migori, Nyamira, Turkana, Baringo, Nakuru, Bomet, Narok and Laikipia, though the location of the 13th facility has yet to be clarified.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi has called on Kenyans to end stigma and discrimination against people with mental health conditions, warning that fear of judgment and misinformation discourage many from seeking help. Political leaders and society have a responsibility to challenge misconceptions about mental illness through awareness, education, and support, she said during a training session for the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Police have increased traffic enforcement along the Mwea-Embu highway in Kirinyaga County following a crash at Murubara that killed 10 people two weeks ago. The driver of the parcel truck involved remains in custody pending investigation and potential prosecution referral.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has ordered the immediate interdiction of officers on duty whenever a suspect dies in police custody, pending investigations. The directive applies to the Occurrence Book recorder, cell sentry, and duty officer, and follows the death of Gideon Makau at Kilungu Police Station in Makueni County.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto said the government is investing heavily in the education sector to secure a better future for young people, citing human capital as the nation's most critical asset. He noted the country is hiring more teachers, expanding learning spaces, and developing a new university education model.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
With limited employment opportunities, Nairobi's youth have taken to street vending, selling smokies, eggs and other snacks to sustain themselves. Street vendors face challenges including dishonest customers who reverse mobile payments and rising costs of goods, which pressure both their profits and pricing.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has launched a skills development and livelihood programme targeting 450 vulnerable youth and women in Nairobi, Kilifi, Kisumu, Isiolo and Samburu counties, aimed at addressing socioeconomic drivers of violent extremism and strengthening community resilience.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Communications Authority of Kenya has clarified new licensing requirements for cyber cafés and public internet centres, stating that operators must maintain customer session logs (terminal IDs and start/end times for 3 years) and verify customers, but the move does not extend to monitoring browsing history and is aimed at bolstering security rather than restricting digital access.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations is holding five suspects linked to a criminal gang accused of killing former Cheptais councillor Nathan Masai Wasama on August 8. Police recovered crude weapons and a hand grenade during raids, though no firearm was found at the home of area MP Fred Kapondi where three of the suspects were arrested.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The family of 44-year-old Gideon Makau rejected post-mortem findings after he was found dead in custody at Kilungu Police Station. A post-mortem examination established that Makau died from asphyxia caused by neck compression, though police initially indicated he had taken his own life; the family suspects foul play and an alleged cover-up.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police at Mbale are hunting for a matatu driver who allegedly stabbed 19-year-old Sylvia Moraa and dumped her in a thicket. Moraa, who was heading to Busia but was taken to Kakamega instead, is receiving treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Equity Group Foundation has equipped 4,949 Wings to Fly and Elimu Scholarship scholars with leadership, life skills and career readiness through its 17th Annual Education and Leadership Congress held across Dadaab, Kakuma and Nairobi from August 10 to 14. The Congress brought together 1,996 Form Three and Form Four Wings to Fly scholars and 2,953 Form Three refugee scholars under the Elimu Scholarship Programme.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Students from various schools across Kenya showcased artistic abilities at the Kenya Music Festival Gala, presenting performances that promoted creativity, cultural heritage, and messages about governance, technology, social values, and responsible citizenship.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Music Festival's winners' concert at Kibabii University showcased learners from different communities performing music, dance and traditional instruments representing Kenyan ethnic groups, offering younger generations an opportunity to learn traditions while promoting national cohesion and cultural preservation.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Despite the rise of high-quality smartphone cameras, street photographers in Nairobi continue to earn a living through professional photography services. Some have chosen photography as a career while others turned to it after struggling to find employment.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Author Dan Kairo's novel Sibiloi, set in Northern Kenya and exploring themes of identity, memory and change, is being transformed into AI-generated videos by his son Edwin Kiaraho, a Carnegie Mellon University Africa artificial intelligence instructor, to reach new audiences through video channels.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Alikiba, Bien, Diamond Platnumz and other East African musicians are increasingly collaborating across borders, with Spotify's H1 2026 Global Impact List highlighting tracks like "Finale," "AYAYAAH," and "Lete Sound" as leading collaboration tracks that help artists reach audiences beyond their home nations.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Butula Boys Senior School and Kinale Girls will compete at the East Africa games in Morogoro, Tanzania, starting tomorrow, with the boys defending their title and the girls seeking to recapture the trophy from Uganda's Jinja Secondary School.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Three Kenyan schools — Kesogon Mixed, Soweto Academy, and St Martha's Mwitoti — compete in the FEASSA games in Tanzania, seeking to keep the regional girls volleyball title on Kenyan soil following Kwanthanze's fourth-place national finish and absence from the tournament.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's under-20 rugby team Chipu won the Rugby Africa U20 Barthes Trophy with a 33-14 victory over Namibia in the final in Kampala, securing their place at the World Rugby Junior Trophy.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The 2027 Spanish Super Cup Final Four tournament will take place in Istanbul at Ataturk Olympic Stadium from February 2 to 7, featuring Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, and Real Sociedad. Saudi Arabia, which has hosted since 2020, was ruled out due to a clash with the Asian Cup.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
AS Roma completed the signing of Argentina's 2022 World Cup-winning right-back Nahuel Molina from Atletico Madrid for a reported 17 million euros. The 28-year-old, who also featured in last month's World Cup final when Argentina lost to Spain, has 65 caps for Argentina and won two Copa Americas.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain defeated Europa League winners Aston Villa 2-1 in the UEFA Super Cup in Salzburg on Wednesday, with goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue. PSG retained the title they won the previous year against Tottenham Hotspur.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Xavi Hernandez, Barcelona's former coach and 2010 World Cup winner with Spain, has been appointed head coach of the Netherlands national team on a four-year deal, becoming their first foreign manager in 48 years. He will lead the Oranje's Euro 2028 and 2030 World Cup campaigns.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi made an emotional return to play for Inter Miami on Wednesday following his father Jorge's death at age 68, coming on at half-time to a massive ovation. Inter Miami were knocked out of the Leagues Cup in a 3-2 loss to Mexico's Leon.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Elliot Anderson, Manchester City's new signing from Nottingham Forest, said he is determined to justify his transfer fee that British media reported could rise to 116 million pounds, and hopes to make an immediate impact in Sunday's Community Shield against Arsenal.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Under-20 rugby team, Chipu, won the 2026 Barthés Trophy in Uganda by defeating Namibia 33-14 in the final, becoming African Under-20 champions. Simbas captain Samuel Asati praised the young team's tactical awareness, discipline, and quality of rugby display.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iga Swiatek defeated Elina Svitolina 6-3, 1-6, 6-3 to advance to the Toronto title match, where she will face Elena Rybakina, who beat Coco Gauff 5-7, 6-2, 6-2 in the semifinals.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Wafalme Stars have begun preparations for the 2026 CAVB African Men's Nations Championship in Kinshasa (7–21 September), marking the team's first appearance at the tournament as they seek to establish themselves among Africa's leading volleyball nations and advance toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gor Mahia patron Eliud Owalo is calling on the club's supporter base to formally register as members, setting a target of at least one million registrations to make the Kenyan club financially self-sustaining and reduce reliance on sponsorships.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Aryna Sabalenka, the four-time Grand Slam champion, is preparing for the Cincinnati Masters despite a disappointing 2026 season marked by three titles and early exits at Toronto and Wimbledon, but she is taking a relaxed approach and seeking to refresh before the US Open.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku signed a five-year contract extension with the Premier League club on Thursday. The 24-year-old Belgian, who joined from Rennes in 2023, has scored 22 goals and provided 34 assists in 131 games for City and helps keep him at the club until at least 2031 under new boss Enzo Maresca.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
More than 290 Kenyan student-athletes are pursuing university education in the United States while developing their athletic careers. Athletics Kenya says the athletics-academic pathway is helping build a new generation of athletes capable of competing globally, with some having competed at recent Commonwealth Games and World Championships.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Football Kenya Federation has commenced a nationwide Under-15 boys' and girls' talent identification exercise conducted by FKF-trained scouts, coaches and technical officers across different regions, with the best players expected to progress to the national team for the CAF African Schools Football Championship 2026 CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Eight teams—four boys' and four girls'—will compete for the Western Regional crown of the fifth edition of the Safaricom Chapa Dimba tournament at Masinde Muliro Stadium in Kanduyi, Bungoma on 15–16 August. Teams include Chakol Queens and Musokoto Secondary School from Busia; Vihiga Cranes and Blue Commandos from Vihiga; Terem FC and Elgon Queens from Bungoma; and Lugari Progressive and Green Buffaloes from Kakamega.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa after saying he joined Manchester United because they are a bigger club. Tielemans moved to Old Trafford for £35 million in July after United triggered a release clause in his Villa contract.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Trailblazers Elite Foundation will use VALD, a sports-performance technology platform, to assess young volleyball players and establish individual baselines for measuring physical performance and movement, allowing coaches to track changes over time beyond observation-based evaluation.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta refused to confirm whether Myles Lewis-Skelly will stay at the club after the teenager made an "emotional" goal celebration in a friendly against Como. Lewis-Skelly, 19, has been linked with moves to Manchester United and Chelsea after starting just five times in the Premier League last season.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Forest Service has launched investigations after approximately 350 young trees were illegally felled in the Makunga Forest Block in Trans Nzoia County. KFS said the felling appeared deliberately orchestrated to provoke local residents and described it as a violation of forest protection laws.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Water hyacinth has covered nearly a third of Lake Naivasha, disrupting fishing and tourism activities. The invasive weed spreads rapidly due to nutrient runoff from nearby farms and informal settlements, making sections of the lake inaccessible and damaging fishing nets, despite past efforts to control it with beetles.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Since June, at least 19 elephants in southern Kenya, mostly females and young males, have died from an unknown illness causing partial paralysis and breathing difficulty. Kenya Wildlife Service toxicology reports found high concentrations of cyanide in the animals' carcasses, suggesting possible pesticide poisoning from nearby farms.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
India has overtaken China to become the second-largest supplier of seafarers worldwide, with 311,936 maritime professionals comprising 12.16 per cent of the global seafarer workforce, according to the BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026. Global seafarer supply stands at 2.57 million against demand of around 2.55 million.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Britain's GDP increased 0.4 percent in the April-June period, down from 0.6 percent in the first quarter, amid domestic political instability and fallout from the US-Iran war. The Office for National Statistics said output remained "robust" despite concerns over elevated inflation and energy costs.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Israeli forces moved against settlers who have besieged Palestinian homes near Nablus since Sunday, blocking residents from food and supplies. US Ambassador Mike Huckabee denounced the siege as "thuggish behaviour" and said Israel had intervened at US request, though witnesses said settlers remained in the area.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake, the strongest to hit Colombia this century, has killed 265 people, injured more than 3,500, and left almost 500 missing. Rescuers are in their final hours of a critical 72-hour window for finding survivors beneath collapsed buildings in cities including Cali and Pereira.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Taiwan conducted an air raid drill on Thursday in which millions of people sheltered indoors and mobile internet speeds slowed for 30 minutes, as part of the annual "Han Kuang" military exercise to prepare the island for a potential Chinese invasion. The drill, which included a reduction in mobile internet speeds for the first time, simulated Chinese attacks on communications infrastructure.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Paramilitary Rapid Support Forces have launched drone strikes on Khartoum and ground attacks across central Sudan and the southeastern Ethiopian border, continuing the war that has ravaged the country since April 2023 between the RSF and the Sudanese military led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
President Vladimir Putin visited Russia's Kuril Islands on Thursday, prompting Japan to protest through its Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, who said the visit offends Japanese sentiments and will damage Japan-Russia relations. The islands, seized by the Soviet Union in 1945, are claimed by both Russia and Japan, which calls them the Northern Territories.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
A study into the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak, formally declared on May 15, suggests the virus may have already been circulating in communities weeks before recognition. Kenya has raised its Ebola preparedness to nearly 90 per cent, but public-health systems must improve at identifying unusual patterns before they develop into obvious outbreaks.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The UN's biodiversity chief warned that the world is not on track to meet commitments to protect nature, with nearly all countries having agreed four years ago to protect 30 percent of the planet by 2030 and for wealthier countries to provide poorer ones with $30 billion a year. National negotiators will meet for the COP17 conference in Armenia's capital Yerevan in October to review how the 196 countries who agreed to these targets are faring.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Zambians voted Thursday in an election focused on economic hardships in the copper-rich nation, with President Hakainde Hichilema seeking a second term after five years during which the economy returned to growth that critics say has not yet benefited ordinary households. The government faces charges of narrowing space for dissent, while the country has secured debt restructuring and completed an IMF-supported programme since defaulting on sovereign debt in 2020.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Paramilitary Rapid Support Forces launched drone attacks on Khartoum and ground offensives in central and southeastern Sudan on Thursday, with both army and RSF sources reporting ongoing battles for control of key towns. The attacks are part of the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese military and paramilitaries since April 2023.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Nepal's former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba returned to Kathmandu on Thursday after nearly six months abroad for medical treatment, despite facing arrest in a corruption case. Police issued an arrest warrant for the 80-year-old opposition leader in April over money laundering charges; Deuba has denied the allegations.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
A 56-year-old Kenyan, Michael Njuka, was arrested in Zambia in an intelligence-led operation on suspicion of being contracted to engage in cybercrime targeting the state ahead of the August 13 General Election. Three former senior government officials were also arrested, accused of providing technical services intended to disrupt the electoral system, while three other individuals have been invited to assist investigations.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Polish government has condemned its exclusion from new European roaming rules for Starlink internet access, effective August 17, which will require Polish subscribers to submit passports when using the service outside Poland and sign up for more expensive premium plans. Polish officials suggested the exclusion could be linked to Poland's support for Ukraine, though Starlink has not explained the decision.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that the United States has total control of the Strait of Hormuz and will keep it, describing a US naval blockade as "a wall of steel." Iran, however, says it effectively controls much of the waterway and intends to impose a toll system in response to a US war launched by Trump on February 28.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz visited southern Lebanon on Wednesday, vowing to destroy infrastructure and keep troops in a so-called "security zone" in Lebanon as well as in Syria and Gaza. The comments came nearly two months after Israel and Lebanon agreed to a US-sponsored framework deal involving Hezbollah's disarmament and a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon's south.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A government passenger ferry capsized on Lake Kariba in rough weather on Tuesday, claiming at least 44 lives. Rescue operations continued Wednesday, with 77 people rescued and 15 bodies retrieved from the RIDA ferry, marking one of the worst passenger boat disasters on the lake.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A rare total solar eclipse swept across northern Spain on Wednesday evening, plunging the country into darkness and drawing crowds of spectators who gathered at special viewing spots set up by authorities to witness the rare phenomenon.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and Qatar have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, education, food security, and skilled labour recruitment following political consultations in Doha on August 11, 2026.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
Fabien Barthez, a 1998 World Cup winner with France, has joined the coaching staff of new French national team manager Zinedine Zidane as goalkeeper coach, the French Football Federation announced on August 13, 2026.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Five hundred illuminated drones performed a choreographed light show above Nyayo National Stadium, celebrating Kenya-China relations and marking 70 years of China-Africa diplomatic relations and the 2026 China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
CAF president Patrice Motsepe says FIFA president Gianni Infantino's future should be decided by elections, after Ireland joined European, North American, and Asian football bodies in withdrawing support over his failed plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At the GreenWorks 4 Africa summit in Nairobi, Kenya called for coordinated green skills development and employment across Africa, with collaboration between governments, businesses, training institutions and investors to accelerate the continent's transition to a green economy.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that a possible Edwin Sifuna–Kalonzo Musyoka presidential ticket may carry higher national perceptive value than the current William Ruto–Kithure Kindiki pairing, as elections are won by narratives that convince voters they are witnessing the future.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that manufacturing is essential for Kenya to achieve world-class status and global competitiveness beyond Vision 2030, framing it as a bridge to national prosperity by 2060.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya can hold peaceful campaigns and elections, noting that international visitors have cancelled summer conference attendance due to concerns about election-related instability.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
Construction of new apartment blocks is underway in Kibera as part of Kenya's affordable housing programme, but an opinion piece questions who will actually benefit from the new units in one of Nairobi's largest informal settlements.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that President Ruto's launch of a national development vision beyond Vision 2030 cannot succeed without a thorough review of Kenya's development performance over the past two decades.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that nations cannot pause development efforts, and praises President Ruto's call for a National Conversation to review Kenya's development journey and chart a prosperous future through a new Development Charter.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's e-commerce sector, growing at an estimated 16–18% annually and supported by 57 million people, 48% internet penetration, and 45 million mobile money subscriptions, accounts for only 2–5% of retail sales and requires enabling policy to unlock its potential for economic inclusion and SME growth.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →