Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced a 45-day conclave in June in Wamunyoro to develop a framework for opposition leaders to identify a single Presidential candidate for 2027.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced a 45-day conclave in June in Wamunyoro to develop a framework for opposition leaders to identify a single Presidential candidate for 2027.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has clarified that there is no degree requirement for any elective post, following a court challenge before the 2022 general election to the requirement of a degree for candidates running for President, Member of the National Assembly, and Governor.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Political rivalry between President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta remains active as Kenya heads toward the 2027 general election. Uhuru has rejected allegations from Ruto allies that he is sponsoring opposition activity.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The article recounts a personal encounter involving prayer and health concerns, then pivots to discuss how Edwin Sifuna is carrying forward Kijana Wamalwa's legacy and development aspirations.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced a 45-day opposition conclave in June aimed at identifying a single presidential candidate for 2027, and has now declared that Kenyans want him for president.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has clarified that there is no degree requirement for any elective post, following a court challenge before the 2022 general election that contested the degree requirement for presidential, National Assembly, and gubernatorial candidates.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has acknowledged his political realignment in Mt Kenya, openly distancing himself from his former ties with President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration, insisting his decision to leave the UDA was deliberate, difficult, and necessary.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The political rivalry between President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta persists as the country heads toward the 2027 general election, with Uhuru addressing allegations from Ruto allies that he is backing opposition activities.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The article opens with an emotional personal anecdote but does not clearly articulate what Wamalwa's dream entails or how Sifuna intends to advance it, making responsible summarization difficult.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko is moving to the High Court after losing a tax dispute with the Kenya Revenue Authority over a Sh385 million assessment. Sonko challenges the assessment relating to Sh1.4 billion deposited into 11 of his bank accounts between 2013 and 2019, claiming the money did not constitute undeclared taxable income.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has rejected plans to auction his 20-acre Karen property, Entim Sidai Wellness Sanctuary, stating the matter is before the Supreme Court, Auctioneer's Tribunal, and High Court. The dispute stems from a Sh1.2 billion loan from East African Development Bank to Tuju's firm Dari Limited in 2015, which has grown to about Sh4.5 billion with interest and penalties after the firm fell behind on payments.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
A Code for Africa report titled Weaponised Identity and Digital Polarisation in Kenya reveals that platforms including X, TikTok and Facebook have become breeding grounds for false and inflammatory narratives, with digital misinformation, social media manipulation and toxic tribal profiling threatening Kenya's social fabric.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Senator Edwin Sifuna's 2027 presidential ambition has unsettled Luhya's established political order, challenging the old guard's preference to defer the community's presidential hopes to 2032. His message that Luhyas should seek the presidency now rather than negotiate for later is resonating with younger voters impatient with elite-driven politics.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Church and Clergy Association of Kenya has called for Inspector General Douglas Kanja to resign, citing failure to contain gang violence and ensure impartial policing, while the Federation of Evangelical and Indigenous Christian Churches of Kenya has cautioned against using his removal as a substitute for broader security and justice reforms.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy Inspector General Masengeli said the National Police Service will recommend to the IEBC individuals it considers unfit to run for elective office based on their track records, and will step up surveillance and arrests targeting those involved in politically instigated violence. The remarks were made at the launch of the NCIC's Roadmap to a Violence-Free 2027 General Elections.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua revealed concerns raised during his 55-day political conclave in Nyeri, saying Kenyans want free primary and secondary education, free TVET education, agricultural support including relief from high input costs, and healthcare system reforms including reliable drug supplies.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Women leaders have warned that recent violence in Homa Bay signals rising political intolerance ahead of the 2027 General Election, and urged political leaders to restrain their supporters. Women Collective Kenya Executive Director Ruth Mumbi condemned the violence, which left several people injured and dead, and called for investigations into allegations that some political leaders may have orchestrated or encouraged it.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto is expected to visit Emurua Dikirr on August 26 to launch development projects, a week after former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua visited the constituency. Residents debate whether Gachagua's visit prompted the presidential tour, though many are more focused on what development outcomes the visit will deliver.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan has quit the Jubilee Party to join former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party, citing high cost of living, unemployment, and corruption as drivers for the move ahead of the 2027 General Election. Hassan denied personal grievances over Gachagua's impeachment and expressed his presidential ambitions.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Tanzania's Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi announced his resignation from office, effective September 4, ending months of speculation about tensions with President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Nchimbi cited a promise to vacate the post if the President desired change, saying he is "fully satisfied" that she does.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rejected calls to zone elective seats among opposition parties ahead of 2027, saying all seats except the presidency should be contested openly. He argued that competition among allied parties would test their popularity and boost voter turnout.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former UNCTAD Secretary-General Mukhisa Kituyi has cautioned that opposition leaders, despite committing to unite behind a single presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, have focused more on defeating President William Ruto than developing clear policy agendas on governance, constitutionalism, and economic priorities.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly Education Committee has approved the nominations of former KNUT Secretary General Wilson Sossion and TSC Director of Staffing Antonina Lentoijoni to join the Teachers Service Commission, following their vetting and a lifted court conservatory order.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale of doing nothing for pastoralist communities despite being the only CS from northern Kenya, saying Duale has been a liability to the group and calling on residents from Isiolo and Marsabit to vote out the government in the 2027 general election.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen said that as Kenya approaches 2027 elections, police might end political gatherings due to security issues to prevent loss of lives and property damage. Murkomen said the government will implement security measures during the campaign season and defended police reliance on intelligence information that may not meet court evidentiary standards.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua conducted a media briefing. The article is primarily a video embed with minimal substantive detail provided.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula publicly condemned MPs who allegedly demand as much as Ksh.400,000 from parents in exchange for Teachers Service Commission appointment letters, describing the practice as immoral. Wetangula's remarks clarified that the State House has political control over Kenya's teacher recruitment system, though he did not name specific MPs or provide details of the recruitment exercise in question.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Zambia's cabinet announced that President Hakainde Hichilema will be sworn in for a second term on September 1, after winning re-election with around 60 percent of the vote, despite opposition leader Brian Mundubile's allegations of fraud and vow to challenge the result in court. A petition challenging the result was submitted to the chief justice's private email on the final day of the filing window after courts were closed for "security reasons," creating uncertainty about whether the Constitutional Court will accept it.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of trying to divide the Western region by backing Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna for president in 2027, comparing it to Uhuru's failed effort to make Raila Odinga president in 2022. Atwoli urged the Mulembe community to remain united and vigilant against manipulation.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Zambian authorities closed the country's top courts on Monday, the last day opposition leader Brian Mundubile could file a challenge to the disputed August 13 election results in which he came second to President Hakainde Hichilema. A judiciary memorandum cited "security reasons" for the closure, while police said security assessments were ongoing.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
LINDA party leader Phanesio Thuku claims the outfit is the legitimate membership, registered in November 2024, and warned the Edwin Sifuna-led faction against using the party's name and identity. Thuku's group threatened legal action over what it called an attempt to infringe on LINDA's identity.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has appointed Joseph Gitonga Riungu as Non-Executive Chairperson of the Intelligence Service Complaints Board, along with four other members for a three-year term, more than six years after a court ordered the board's establishment and operationalisation in December 2019.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale of engaging in divisive politics targeting Kikuyu and Somali communities ahead of the 2027 General Election. Gachagua said the two communities have enjoyed a long-standing relationship, particularly in Eastleigh, and warned against attempts to create divisions between them.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto, reflecting on his relationship with the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, said he had no regrets about the 2022 election outcome, arguing that Raila would have pursued many of the same policies had he won, citing shared priorities on housing and universal healthcare.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mwingi Central Member of Parliament Gideon Mulyungi has issued an ultimatum to Lifewater Canada, an international NGO providing clean water infrastructure, demanding that the organisation involve him and the community before sinking boreholes in the constituency or cease operations and leave.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, the leader of the Linda Mwananchi movement, addressed young aspirants at Ufungamano House.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tanzania's Vice President Dr Emmanuel John Nchimbi has resigned from office and active politics, effective September 4, 2026, citing constitutional provisions that allow the President to appoint a successor without fresh elections. Nchimbi said he fulfilled a personal commitment made to President Samia Suluhu Hassan to step down when she deemed it necessary.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Rose Mulwa and her son Chris Mulwa protested what they termed malicious and unfair treatment by the State as they appeared in court over the murder of Dr. Victoria Mutiso. Their lawyer opposed the prosecution's request to close a miscellaneous application seeking their continued detention, citing concerns about how the case had been handled.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kamukunji Member of Parliament Yusuf Hassan has ditched the Jubilee Party to join the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), citing concerns about high cost of living and corruption. He was welcomed to the party by DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua at their Nairobi headquarters.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen assured Kenyans that the Government will protect their right to campaign and vote safely during the 2027 General Election. He said the Ministry will work with government agencies, partners and stakeholders to maintain law and order and promote peace ahead of the polls, following the launch of the NCIC roadmap for a violence-free election.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
The National Police Service will recommend individuals to the IEBC whom it deems unfit to contest elective positions based on records of promoting or perpetrating political violence. Security agencies are intensifying efforts ahead of the 2027 General Election, with Deputy Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli warning that those involved in organising or sponsoring violence will face firm action.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Women Members of Parliament, led by Nairobi County Woman Representative Esther Passaris, have condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for what they described as a pattern of gender-based political violence and attacks targeting women leaders and women associated with his political opponents. The MPs argued that political disagreements should not degenerate into personal attacks or targeting of women based on their gender, and cited alleged verbal attacks against Nyandarua Woman Representative Faith Gitau as an example of the pattern.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Eric Otieno Achila and Susan Wangari Gathiaka appeared in the Anti-Corruption Court on Tuesday over alleged fraudulent disbursement of Sh1.569 billion from the PROFIT Programme, bringing the total number of people charged in the case to 13.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has accused President William Ruto of obtaining power through "false pretences" over broken campaign promises made ahead of the 2022 election, saying he should face consequences. Sifuna, rallying support for the Linda Mwananchi movement, cited unfulfilled pledges on the Hustler Fund and said the opposition's 2027 campaign slogan will be "William Ruto, One Term."
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Politician Rose Mulwa and her two children, Chris and Angela, were arraigned on a murder charge over the death of Dr Victoria Mutiso; their plea-taking was postponed to Thursday after the DPP approved the charges following a review of evidence.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has warned that political rallies may be halted when security agencies assess that risks to lives have become too high, saying citizens must heed directives to disperse based on security intelligence. His remarks follow violence at a Homa Bay political tour that left a police officer dead, several injured, and property damaged.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen defended the security advisory that led Linda Mwananchi leaders to call off a rally in Homa Bay on August 16, stating that political leaders have a responsibility to heed warnings from security agencies when conditions threaten lives. Murkomen said county and regional security teams advised organisers at about 6pm to cancel the final rally due to darkness and reported incidents of violence, during which a police officer was killed and several people were injured.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto will unveil a new police uniform on Friday during the Kiganjo police training college pass out. Inspector General Douglas Kanja says the uniform implements recommendations from a 2023 police public participation exercise where officers rejected the current navy blue outfit; General Duty officers will begin wearing it from next week.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Political Parties and Disputes Tribunal has allowed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi faction to reserve the name "The Mwananchi Party" pending appeal, and also allowed reservation of "Liberty National Democratic Alliance" (LINDA). The tribunal barred the Registrar of Political Parties from processing the name "Linda Mwananchi" or similar variations for others, with the case to resume on September 14, 2026.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has dismissed President William Ruto's claims that opposition movement Linda Mwananchi is being funded by retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, demanding evidence and arguing the Kenya Kwanza administration is in panic over the opposition's influence. Sifuna said Linda Mwananchi's main agenda is to make Ruto a one-term president.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto accused opposition leaders of lacking clear policies and development agendas, saying they focus only on attacking the government rather than offering solutions. During rallies in Narok County, he also announced a Ksh.500 reduction in fertilizer prices and pledged to cut maize seed costs by 50 per cent.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has warned it will closely scrutinize candidates accused of promoting violence, hate speech, and divisive politics, and will not clear individuals found to have violated election laws or engaged in conduct threatening peaceful elections ahead of the 2027 General Election.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
People's Party of Kenya leader Ndindi Nyoro has responded to President William Ruto's criticism of the opposition, asserting that the opposition has a clear agenda focused on education and healthcare reforms, job creation, improved security, and economic growth, while urging the government to focus on fulfilling its own campaign promises.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Senator Edwin Sifuna said the Linda Mwananchi Movement is fighting to protect a brand identity, not a political party, amid a registration dispute with the Registrar of Political Parties. Sifuna stated the group took the Registrar to court and accused President William Ruto of being behind the dispute.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wajir Woman Representative Fatuma Jehow and other MPs have pressed Aviation and Aerospace Development Principal Secretary Teresia Mbaika for answers on delays in compensating residents whose land was earmarked for Wajir Airport expansion, and demanded clarity on whether the government remains committed to the project.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and DAP-Kenya leader Eugene Wamalwa met with DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua as opposition leaders intensify efforts to consolidate behind a single candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. The meeting follows a memorandum of understanding signed by members of the United Alternative Government committing to support a common presidential candidate.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
There is renewed momentum for reviewing Kenya's tax regime on petroleum products to ease fuel costs, which have risen due to Middle East tensions and higher global oil prices affecting transport and essential goods.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
India is Kenya's third largest trading partner with bilateral trade of $4.31 billion in the financial year 2025-26, according to the India High Commission to Kenya. The article argues Kenya has not fully leveraged Indian proximity and economic power as a potential key trade and investment partner.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Revenue Authority has been grappling for months with how to handle Sh5.1 billion in taxes paid by oil marketing companies for fuel aboard the vessel MT Paloma, which was rejected and ordered removed from the Kenyan market after failing to meet local standards and being imported outside the Government-to-Government framework.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Revenue Authority's Customs and Border Control Department collected Sh92.53 billion in July 2026, surpassing the Treasury's target of Sh86.16 billion (107.39 per cent performance rate) and marking a 15.3 per cent year-on-year increase from July 2025. Non-oil customs revenue reached Sh61.50 billion for the first time, exceeding Sh60 billion in a single month.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
KICTANet is running a three-day digital skills training programme for women running small businesses in Nairobi's informal sector, covering digital marketing, online platforms, mobile money, and financial literacy. The programme trains participants as trainers of trainers to share skills with their communities.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Revenue Authority has increased its customs benchmark value for consolidated cargo from Sh2.5 million to Sh3.2 million, effective August 20, and is now extending compliance checks to traders reselling goods in informal markets such as Eastleigh and Kamukunji. The authority says the move creates a level playing field for fair competition and requires all traders to meet business registration, electronic invoicing, and income declaration requirements.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Airways' loss increased to Sh16.1 billion from Sh12.2 billion in the previous period as jet fuel prices rose 66 per cent, aircraft availability challenges persisted, and total operating costs climbed 14 per cent, though the airline reported signs of improved revenue generation and better seat utilization.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The boss of German carmaker Volkswagen warned workers to brace for thousands of job losses as the company faces a drastic round of cost cutting, citing Chinese competition, US tariffs and weak European demand including for electric vehicles. About 50,000 job cuts have already been agreed, but another 50,000 could be required worldwide, with the CEO indicating that about half of the adjustments would fall in Germany.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The scheduled auction of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's 20-acre Entim Sidai property in Karen failed to take place after those who attended did not meet the requirements to participate as bidders, according to Garam Auctioneers.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan human resource technology firm FaidiHR is investing in artificial intelligence to simplify payroll, attendance, leave management and employee compliance. The company is developing an AI-powered conversational assistant called MIA (My Intelligent Assistant) that allows users to interact with its HR platform using natural language rather than navigating multiple menus and forms.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Airways posted a net loss of Ksh16.1 billion in the first half of 2026, up from Ksh12.2 billion in the same period of 2025, with operating losses also rising to Ksh10.6 billion from Ksh6.2 billion. The airline attributed the deteriorating performance to geopolitics, high fuel costs, and declined capacity.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Experts at the Africa Bioeconomy Workshop in Nairobi called on East African governments to move beyond research strategies and build profitable bio-based industries that create jobs and retain more value from the region's biological resources. The 2026 State of the Bioeconomy in Eastern Africa report identifies agricultural residues and organic waste as potential feedstock for producing biofuels, organic fertilisers, biodegradable packaging, and other bio-based products.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
The British High Commissioner to Kenya said Africa's bioeconomy is held back not by a shortage of scientific ideas but by failure to turn research into investable businesses. He noted that African countries lack the financing pipelines, industry links and institutional systems needed to move discoveries from laboratories into commercial products and jobs.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya has launched a 10-year National Bioeconomy Strategy (2026–2036) to shift from exporting raw biological resources toward a knowledge-driven economy by increasing domestic value addition, commercialising scientific innovations, and developing competitive bio-based products and industries.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
Namibia has granted environmental clearance for offshore phosphate mining near Walvis Bay, paving the way for the world's first commercial seabed-dredging operation for the mineral. The project by Namibian Marine Phosphate faces opposition from conservationists and the fishing industry, though further permits are still required before commercial operations begin.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Cooperative Bank is preparing to sell 4,000 acres owned by South Nyanza Sugar Company following a lapsed 40-day notice to pay an outstanding Sh862.3 million debt, testing President Ruto's sugar revival strategy and raising concerns among farmers about their livelihoods.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Ruiru constituency has opened a dedicated survey office to provide faster access to land services including surveying, mapping, and boundary verification. The office is part of decentralisation efforts and follows the 2019 opening of a Lands Registry in Ruiru, with plans underway for a modern land administration complex.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is using data and digital technology, including a Water Availability and Demand (WAD) Tool combining satellite information and spatial analysis, to guide irrigation and water investments and expand food production while managing pressure on water resources.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Secretary for Land Reclamation, Climate Resilience and Irrigation Water Management Joel Tanui delivered a keynote address at World Water Week 2026 in Stockholm, reaffirming Kenya's commitment to expanding climate-resilient irrigation and strengthening water resources management through reliable data and digital technologies, stating that irrigation and water infrastructure investment must be guided by accurate information on water availability and demand.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
African governments are shifting focus to staple crops like rice, cassava, and maize, building value chains and industries around them to strengthen food security and reduce import dependence. The approach treats staple crops as raw materials for manufacturing and value-added industries, connecting farmers to seed, processors, research institutions, and consumers.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
More than 159,551 first-year university students have completed applications for scholarships under Kenya's Student-Centred Funding Model by August 20, reflecting growing demand for government support as the country expands access to higher education.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
A Usawa Agenda study released last week found that nearly three in 10 junior school learners cannot read a Grade Three story or solve basic mathematics, with 29 per cent of Grade 9 learners lacking both foundational literacy and numeracy skills. The article warns that this suggests thousands of learners have spent nine years in school without acquiring essential skills.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
More than 150,000 first-year university students have applied for scholarships under Kenya's Student-Centred Funding Model, with 159,551 students having completed Higher Education Financing Portal applications by August 20, reflecting growing demand for government support as the country expands access to higher education.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
A High Court Judge suspended a circular issued by the Teachers Service Commission that restricted teachers' social media activity, allowing teachers to continue using social media without fear of employer sanctions.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Young people in Kikuyu and Kiambu County will access advanced digital skills training, workspaces and entrepreneurship opportunities at a new Jitume Centre of Excellence, offering instruction in artificial intelligence, robotics, software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity and data analytics.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's nurses' strike has reached its 28th day with union leaders reporting progress in talks with county governments on career guidelines and Universal Health Coverage staff status. Union officials said they have tentatively agreed to submit representatives for a committee reviewing career guidelines, while the President's directive on resolving human resource and payroll issues has advanced discussions on UHC matters.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
More than 300 traders at Akwakra trading centre in Homa Bay County have experienced a power outage lasting more than six months since February 2026, forcing closures of welding and cold-storage businesses and disrupting vaccine storage and maternity services at Chuth Ber Health Centre.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Education expert Otieno Agolla warns that Kenya's Competency-Based Education system, though sound in principle, risks being undermined by deep inequalities in schools, weak foundational learning, and poor teacher preparation. He cited data showing 41 percent of Grade Seven learners are not acquiring expected literacy and numeracy competencies, and traced the problem to inadequate investment in Early Childhood Development Education.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Maternal health experts warn that an ongoing health workers strike is likely to increase maternal and child deaths in Kenya, where at least 15 women already die daily from birth-related complications, with postpartum haemorrhage as the major contributor. Public maternity wings are closed, forcing pregnant women to seek care at private and faith-based facilities.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Education stakeholders warn that learners in schools with limited computer access risk falling behind as the education system and job market shift toward digital skills and artificial intelligence. Private and community organizations, including the Rotary Club of Nairobi-Lang'ata, are responding by equipping schools with computer laboratories, with at least 13 schools installed so far.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
A former renal doctor at Pandya Memorial Hospital, Dias Juma Wabwile, was acquitted of rape charges for lack of sufficient evidence. The victim, who was his patient, died of cancer before testifying.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale reports Kenya averages 16,675 dengue cases annually, with the Coastal region remaining a major hotspot. Poor sanitation, inadequate waste management, and unsafe water storage practices contribute to mosquito breeding and dengue transmission.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Police are investigating five separate suspected suicide incidents across different counties involving four men and one woman. The incidents occurred in Nyandarua, Embu, and Bungoma counties, with victims found in various circumstances including drowning and hanging.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Tororet Comprehensive School in Kilgoris Constituency, Narok County, has operated without electricity for more than 44 years. The school will now be connected to the grid as part of a broader rural electrification project targeting 36 households and other public institutions.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Residents of Mbengini, Mugwi, and surrounding areas in Marimanti, Tharaka Constituency have expressed frustration over poor roads and lack of reliable water and electricity, accusing their elected leaders of neglect since the last elections. Poor road conditions have made accessing government services difficult and costly due to high transport expenses.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 38-year-old woman in Kiria-ini, Murang'a county, slashed her 44-year-old husband with a machete following a long history of domestic strife, resulting in his death. The suspect has surrendered to police and is awaiting arraignment, while community residents have demanded her release to lynch her.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga County has allocated Ksh.200 million to scale up water access, with Governor Anne Waiguru hosting a World Bank and Mozambique delegation to benchmark the county's eWater model, which combines community participation, affordable tariffs, conservation, and technology. The county is implementing 38 water projects this financial year as part of a broader portfolio spanning over 70 projects.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pastor Patience Kokundeka Museveni Rwabwogo, daughter of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, has been consecrated as an Episcopal Bishop of Covenant Nations Church after two decades in ministry. The consecration took place on August 23 during the church's 20th anniversary celebrations at Covenant Hill in Maya, Wakiso District, attended by Vice President Jessica Alupo and other dignitaries.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission arrested two police officers attached to Kenya Power's Coast Regional Office for allegedly demanding Ksh.100,000 from a complainant in Mombasa after accusing him of illegally connecting electricity to his residence. The officers allegedly offered to refrain from investigating and taking legal action in exchange for payment.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has appointed a seven-member board to oversee NCCG-Green Nairobi Limited Company for a three-year term, with environmentalist Dr Isaac Kalua as chairperson. The board comprises experts in environmental conservation, solid waste management, digitisation, finance, law, community representation and logistics.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Mombasa chief magistrate has acquitted clinical officer Dias Juma Wabwile of raping a dialysis patient at Pandya Memorial Hospital, finding the prosecution failed to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt. The complainant died before the hearing and could not testify; the court ruled that although eight prosecution witnesses testified, none witnessed the alleged assault, and the prosecution lacked the strong independent evidence needed to establish the charges.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Principal Secretary for Medical Services called for stronger and more sustainable blood collection and distribution systems to ensure adequate supplies reach health facilities across the country, citing the need for innovative approaches to blood testing, processing, and distribution.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
David Kipino Nkalo, a secondary school teacher from Narok County, published 20 original books in 2026 and achieved international recognition for what has been recognised as a world-record publishing achievement.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Dolly Parton, the American country music singer known for hits like "Jolene" and "9 to 5," has died at 80, her family announced Tuesday. The multiple award-winning artist who won 10 Grammys and 13 Academy of Country Music awards had recently spoken about her ill health.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Dolly Parton, American singer-songwriter, actress, businesswoman and philanthropist who defined country music over six decades, has died at age 80. She penned 3,000 tunes including "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," released 49 studio albums, sold more than 100 million records, and topped the country charts more than any woman in the genre.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
American country music star Dolly Parton, who won 11 Grammy awards and sold over 100 million records with classics including "Coat of Many Colors" and "Jolene," died on Tuesday aged 80, her family said.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Thunder emerged the best team in the Northern Kenya Polo Championships over the weekend after winning all their matches in the four-team round robin competition to win Nanyuki Sports Club Challenge Cup. The victory comes as national selectors watch for candidates for Kenya's 10-Goal-International-Championships at Nairobi Polo Club next month.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Round 7 of the KC Junior Golf Series 2026 took place at Vipingo Baobab Course in Kilifi County, featuring junior players aged 6 to 18 from five clubs. Winners emerged across multiple age categories, with Aryan Awe Joseph taking the 14-18 years group, Ivanna Wanjiku winning the Girls 11-15 years category, and Lukas Kampa leading the Boys 12-14 years division.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The PUBG Mobile National Championship Kenya 2026 brought 16 top teams to Mount Kenya University for competition with a US$3,000 prize pool and a pathway to the global PMGO 2026 championship. Infinix served as exclusive partner and official gaming phone of the event, offering fans an interactive experience zone.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Brazilian midfielder Fabinho, 32, signed a two-year contract with Turkish club Trabzonspor as a free agent after three seasons at Saudi club Al-Ittihad, earning 4 million euros per year. He rejoins former Liverpool teammate Mohamed Salah, who has already scored twice in his first Turkish league start.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kabras Sugar defeated KCB 15-5 to win the 36th Driftwood 7s tournament at Mombasa Sports Club. The event showcased rugby's growing influence through entertainment, age-grade development, commercial partnerships, and local business involvement.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former world number one Novak Djokovic and four-time Grand Slam champion Aryna Sabalenka were eliminated from the US Open mixed doubles tournament by Czech Katerina Siniakova and Britain's Henry Patten, who recovered from dropping the opening set to win in straight sets and the third set tie-break.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Police Bullets defeated Tanzanian champions Simba Queens 2-1 in the CAF Women's Champions League CECAFA qualifiers, with goals from Faith Mboya and Martha Amunyolete. Coach David Vijago is confident of winning the 2026 CECAFA Women's Challenge and qualifying for the CAF Women's Champions League for the first time.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's women's volleyball team begins the 2026 CAVB African Nations Championship on Tuesday in Nairobi, with the tournament winner earning direct qualification to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The championship runs through September 4 with 16 teams competing, and the top three finishers also qualify for the 2027 FIVB World Cup.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said he is "very happy" with his squad, which he considers complete despite missing out on midfielder Rodri, who was later signed by Barcelona. Madrid signed six players this summer including Yan Diomande, Bernardo Silva and Marc Cucurella.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Fourteen-year-old Kenyan karter Amani Kinyua, based in South Africa, will compete at the Rotax Max Challenge and IAME Series in the UAE this September. Described as the first professional karting driver from Kenya to compete internationally across multiple continents, Kinyua aims to become the first African driver to forge a pathway into Formula One.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ethiopia has formally submitted its bid to host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, which would be its first since 1976. The bid faces obstacles including ongoing insurgencies in Amhara and Oromia states and threats of renewed civil war with the Tigray region.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Sports journalists have condemned the alleged assault and harassment of media members during Sunday's FKF Super Cup clash between Gor Mahia FC and Tusker FC at Nyayo National Stadium, where chaotic scenes after the final whistle saw fans invade the pitch and police deploy tear gas. Several journalists covering the match were reportedly caught up in confrontations with security officers, including Sporty FM journalist Hesbon Nyamari, who described his encounter with police as an alleged abduction attempt.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Malkia Strikers, the 10-time African champions, defeated Zambia 3-0 in straight sets (25-14, 25-9, 25-11) on the opening day of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, launching their bid for a record-extending 11th continental title on home soil.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya recorded impressive results as the 2026 ANOCA Zone Five Youth Games began at Kenyatta University. Kenyan 3x3 basketball teams shone in both boys' and girls' categories, with Kenya 2 girls recording three wins in round-robin play.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya met with the National Steering Committee and Local Organising Committee as preparations gather momentum for PAMOJA AFCON 2027, jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. He called on the committees to prioritise patriotism, work cohesively, and rise above political differences to deliver a successful tournament for Kenya and Africa.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Carlos Baleba, 22, has joined Manchester United from Brighton and Hove Albion for a reported £70 million, becoming the third midfielder signed by United during the summer transfer window alongside Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Roller Kings hosted its Fourth Edition Quarterly Speed Skating competition at Two Rivers Sports District in Ruaka, introducing a new database to track racer times and speeds and establishing a Senior Category for the first time. Skaters from Uganda participated in the event, which the organizers say will help attract sponsorship opportunities.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Gardeners at prestigious sites including Hampton Court Palace and Blenheim Palace report that mature trees are dying and lawns are scorched as climate change brings record heatwaves and drought to England this summer. Head gardener Graham Dillamore warns that some trees "have actually given up" and will not recover, threatening the long-term character of these historic 17th-century gardens.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan geologists have launched an assessment of rising water levels in Rift Valley lakes (Baringo, Bogoria, Solai, Nakuru, Elementaita and Naivasha) to determine whether geological changes beneath the earth's surface are contributing to the phenomenon. Scientists are examining increased rainfall, groundwater recharge, land degradation, erosion, and movement along active faults associated with the East African Rift as possible explanations.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto announced that construction of the Sh677 million Narok Airport will be completed within two months, with the facility designed to serve both domestic and international passengers and boost tourism to the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
A solar-powered eco village in Kajiado's Enduata ward combines digital training, climate-smart agriculture and indigenous knowledge through a digital resource centre where schoolchildren learn coding, while using solar energy, natural building techniques and rainwater harvesting to create a scalable model for arid and marginalized communities.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The State Department for Wildlife paid Ksh.32 million in compensation to 32 victims of human-wildlife conflict in Siaya and Kisumu counties, covering families who lost relatives, people injured by wild animals, and residents whose crops or livestock were destroyed. The government aims to clear the national compensation backlog by the end of 2027.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa welcomed the United States' removal of his country from the state sponsors of terror list, saying it would allow Syria to embark on development and reconstruction. The decision came with sanctions relief and also revoked the US terrorist designation of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham, the group Sharaa led that ousted longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad in 2024.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Indian students and unemployed youth in Bihar clashed with police on Tuesday, marching towards the chief minister's residence to demand access to government jobs and transparency in recruitment exams. The protests come after similar demonstrations in New Delhi last month forced the ouster of India's education minister over alleged irregularities in competitive examinations.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
A 68-year-old French tourist died after becoming stranded in Death Valley when his vehicle got stuck in mud on August 17. He and a travel companion attempted to hike across salt flats to find help, but after traveling around 1.3 miles, Formosa became unable to continue while temperatures reached 116F (47C), according to the US National Park Service.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Country music legend Dolly Parton has died, prompting an outpouring of grief from figures across the entertainment world and politicians on both sides of the political spectrum. President Donald Trump announced the lowering of flags across the United States for a week.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Colonel Tom Byabagamba, a former head of Rwanda's presidential guard and close associate of President Paul Kagame, has died in prison. He was arrested in 2014 and sentenced to 21 years (later reduced to 15) for incitement to insurrection and criticising the government to military officers.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
US Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow on Tuesday in what would be his first known visit to Russia as CIA head, according to US media reports. The purpose of the visit was not immediately clear, and there was no immediate comment from the CIA or White House.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Gang members attacked a displaced persons camp in a church near Haiti's capital on Sunday night, killing around 40 people, some execution-style, according to the mayor of Kenscoff. The assailants also abducted some people and wounded dozens in the town plagued by months of gang violence.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The trade war between the United States and Canada has expanded beyond tariff demands to include cultural issues, according to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who cited threats to the French language and Quebec culture. Disputes over Canadian subsidies for Francophone culture, Francophone online media, and bilingual product labeling have become sticking points in negotiations.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Canada said it will announce Tuesday its response to President Donald Trump's new tariffs, as the neighbors spiral into a trade war. The duties took effect Saturday after Canada and the United States failed Friday to reach a deal to avert new 50-percent US tariffs on select Canadian goods, and Trump added Monday that he would double tariffs on Canadian autos starting next year to 50 percent.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ukraine celebrated its 35th Independence Day on August 24, 2026, emphasizing the nation's resilience and sovereignty against Russian aggression. The country highlighted strategic military achievements, including degrading Russia's Black Sea Fleet through domestically developed naval drones and long-range missile strikes.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Director of Public Prosecutions has filed extradition proceedings against a 39-year-old Chinese national wanted in Uganda over alleged fraud involving UGX 4.53 billion (approximately KSh151 million). Chen Guang is accused of 30 counts of forgery and one count of theft arising from fraudulent activities while employed as a cashier at Diamond Steel Uganda Limited.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
An editorial argues that Kenya's Cabinet Secretary positions are being filled as political rewards for partisan fidelity rather than expertise, with vetting by the National Assembly reduced to a "choreographed ritual of deference," resulting in administrative blunders and institutional decay.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that timely pension remittance by employers is essential to secure retirement benefits for workers. It notes that unremitted contributions across Kenya's retirement benefits sector stood at Sh73.14 billion in December 2025, representing deductions taken from workers' payslips that were never transferred to their schemes.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children in January 2023, has mounted a defense based on postpartum psychosis rather than disputing her role in their deaths, raising broader questions about society's responsibility to intervene when childbirth-related mental illness emerges.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Treasury gave the public only eight days to comment on the 2026 Budget Review and Outlook Paper, falling short of the legally established 14-day participation period. The accelerated budget timeline is driven by the 2027 election.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard's opinion section examines the High Court conviction of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and two others for the 2018 murder of Sharon Otieno, arguing that the prosecution's circumstantial evidence case raises questions about whether guilt was established beyond reasonable doubt or through logical inference, with no eyewitness or direct forensic evidence placing the accused at the scene.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →