The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, is under renewed public scrutiny following a legal dispute over the registration of the Linda Mwananchi Party, with critics questioning the office's independence and raising concerns it may be acting at the State's behest to suppress the opposition ahead of the 2027 general election.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, is under renewed public scrutiny following a legal dispute over the registration of the Linda Mwananchi Party, with critics questioning the office's independence and raising concerns it may be acting at the State's behest to suppress the opposition ahead of the 2027 general election.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Public Accounts Committee has raised concerns that billions channelled to schools through the National Education Management Information System may not have reached their intended target due to unreliable and unverifiable data on the number of learners in the country, warning this gap could affect fund management and disbursement.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Nalitex Limited, the main supplier of Kenya's new police uniforms unveiled by President Ruto, incorporated in May 2024, has a listed Nairobi office that could not be traced and a postal address shared with an auditing firm and property business linked to Ruto's family.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
At a conference in Nairobi, Kenya's Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary called for African nations to negotiate as a single bloc to reduce the $75 billion annual "trust tax" (inflated interest) the continent pays. Africa spends $90 billion yearly on debt service, more than aid and climate finance combined, with 22 countries in debt distress.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki's camp faces pressure on two political fronts: maintaining influence in Mount Kenya and securing his position ahead of 2027, with recent moves by Cabinet officials suggesting efforts to reshape regional political dynamics.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
The National Assembly Public Investments Committee postponed cross-examination of Maasai Mara University's audit queries after the institution failed to avail required officials. The committee questioned why the finance officer was placed on compulsory leave two days before the hearing and why the procurement and legal officers were absent despite prior direction.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Although Article 35 of the Constitution guarantees citizens the right to access information held by the State or private entities, a Katiba Institute survey reveals that state institutions continue to withhold critical information despite a 3-year training project in Nakuru, Nairobi, and Samburu aimed at promoting transparency and accountability.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Victims of police brutality have responded with scepticism to President William Ruto's acknowledgement of security agency excesses during 2024 Gen Z protests and 2025 anniversary demonstrations, accusing him of hypocrisy and demanding accountability before accepting his words. Ruto admitted failures in his administration's handling of the protests, saying no blood should have been shed.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, faces scrutiny over the registration dispute involving the Linda Mwananchi Party, with critics questioning whether the office is acting independently or at the behest of the State to suppress opposition ahead of the 2027 general election.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Nalitex Limited, incorporated in May 2024, has been identified as the main supplier of new police uniforms unveiled by President Ruto. The company's listed Nairobi office could not be traced, and its postal address is shared with an auditing firm and property business linked to President Ruto's family.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
On the 16th anniversary of Kenya's 2010 Constitution, Katiba Day—now a perpetual national anniversary as of 2025—presents an opportunity to reflect on both celebration and how well the document's promises have been fulfilled, particularly following its origins in the post-2007–08 election violence.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has ordered security agencies to pursue people who finance, organise, recruit and transport youths to perpetrate political violence, warning that those behind such violence must not escape responsibility. He made the directive during a police passing-out ceremony for 10,000 recruits at Kiganjo as Kenya approaches the August 10, 2027 General Election.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Siaya Governor James Orengo declared his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election during a return to Homa Bay County with Linda Mwananchi leaders. Orengo argued that the Luo community deserves the presidency and called on regional leaders, including Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang', to support his bid.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy President Kindiki criticized Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka's plan to contest for the presidency in 2027, saying Kalonzo lacked a development record despite spending over 30 years in government and serving as vice president, with no tangible development achieved in his constituency.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has appealed to police for protection after youths in Igembe South warned against her accompanying Senator Edwin Sifuna to rallies scheduled for August 30, citing a previous incident in Maua when her rally was attacked. Mwangaza vowed to attend Sifuna's Linda Mwananchi activities regardless, describing the intimidation as "goonism."
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto's allies, led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula, have attacked former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the Opposition for criticizing the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission's procurement practices, warning that political interference in IEBC's technology procurement could undermine public confidence in the 2027 General Election.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Mwingi Central MP Gideon Mulyungi has publicly apologised to foreign NGO Life Water Canada for controversial remarks and threats he previously directed at the organisation, retracting earlier accusations and stating that the charity is credible, transparent, and not engaged in corrupt dealings.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Three terror convicts — Musharaf Abdala, Mohamed Ali Abikar, and Joseph Juma Odhiambo — have been sentenced to an additional 15 years' imprisonment each for escaping from Kamiti Maximum Security Prison in November 2021. They were convicted of committing a terrorist act contrary to the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has pointed to ongoing road works at the "Yemen" junction in Homa Bay as evidence of government infrastructure investment in the region, following public attention to the road's poor condition during a Linda Mwananchi movement tour earlier in August.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
EALA MP Winnie Odinga said her political decisions will be guided by voters' expectations rather than family name alone, and she is prepared to pursue her convictions independently if forced to choose between political convenience and her beliefs.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto mocked criticism of his Affordable Housing Programme, dismissing arguments that high-rise buildings are unsuitable for communities with livestock. He questioned why chickens could not be transported using lifts and noted that 1.1 million young people are employed in the scheme.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto met with grassroots leaders from the Teso community in Busia County at State Lodge, Eldoret, where he was installed as a Teso elder with the title Ojokotau. The meeting, part of Ruto's preparations for the 2027 General Election, saw Teso leaders express support for his re-election bid.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
Parliament's National Assembly Departmental Committee on Housing challenged the State Department for Housing and Urban Development over delays in the Government's Affordable Housing Programme, demanding detailed updates on stalled projects and timelines for completion. The State Department attributed delays to procurement challenges, limited contractor capacity, project management shortcomings, and transition to the electronic government procurement system.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has urged Chief Justice Martha Koome to activate the Judiciary's elections committee and establish clear timelines for resolving election-related disputes ahead of the 2027 General Election, arguing that special arrangements should be put in place proactively rather than during an electoral crisis.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto announced that the government will invest Ksh.4 billion in a new smart city in Malaba, Busia County, featuring 2,000 affordable housing units and other amenities designed to create jobs and attract investors. The government has also allocated Ksh.18 billion to Busia County for construction of affordable houses, modern markets, and student hostels.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Siaya Governor James Orengo and the Linda Mwananchi team were attacked in Migori on Saturday after tear gas was discharged during a rally; the team condemned the incident as an attempt on their lives and pledged to continue their campaign to vote out President William Ruto in the 2027 polls.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The International Trade Union Confederation-Africa has called for an overhaul of Africa's economic system, urging governments and international partners to tackle illicit financial flows, corruption, tax avoidance and financial secrecy so the continent's resources benefit its people rather than being extracted or hidden.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya Pipeline Company has signed a 25-year crude oil storage and handling contract with Gulf Energy E&P BV, projected to generate up to Sh93.68 billion in gross revenue, positioning the firm at the centre of Kenya's oil production plans.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Agricultural Society of Kenya is repositioning the Nairobi International Trade Fair as a marketplace for investment, exports and partnerships, moving beyond its traditional role as an agricultural exhibition. The fair, scheduled for September 28 to October 4, is expected to draw exhibitors from more than 25 countries.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has dismissed claims by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that a special police squad is deliberately targeting small-scale liquefied petroleum gas traders through raids. Gachagua claimed the unit conducted raids between June and October 2025 in multiple counties and confiscated over 200,000 gas cylinders, but the CS told him to use proper channels to voice sector concerns.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya and other African countries are pushing for harmonised standards and single testing of goods to boost intra-Africa trade, but slow adoption by only a handful of nations has made exports and imports difficult across the continent, raising trade costs and creating non-tariff barriers under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Google has changed its spam policy in the European Economic Area after EU regulators raised concerns that the company's site reputation abuse policy—which targets parasite SEO practices—was unfairly demoting news media and publisher websites in search results. The policy change takes effect August 30 and applies only to the EU, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Economic experts say Kenya is positioned to dominate global trade and advanced manufacturing by leveraging renewable energy, artificial intelligence, and deliberate state policy, as international buyers increasingly prioritize clean, sustainable production.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Small-scale traders are protesting and threatening to halt cargo clearance at the Port of Mombasa after customs clearance charges for consolidated cargo increased from Ksh.2.5 million to Ksh.3.2 million on August 21, demanding the Kenya Revenue Authority review and reduce the charges.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Industry stakeholders say closer collaboration among manufacturers, investors, and suppliers could help unlock the Coast region's industrial potential and boost domestic air travel demand, positioning Mombasa and the wider Coast as a manufacturing, trade and investment hub beyond tourism.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Donald Trump said his administration has reached an oil deal with Venezuela that gives the United States majority control of 65 billion barrels of proven petroleum reserves, described as bringing nearly $100 billion in private investment to Venezuela.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Antimicrobial resistance—when bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites become resistant to medicines—is a serious threat to global health and food security, with farming practices influencing its spread. Livestock and crop farmers play a critical role in preventing AMR through appropriate use of antimicrobials, as excessive or incorrect use in livestock and indiscriminate application in crops can cause disease-causing organisms to develop resistance.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Clean technology company SunCulture has unveiled the Hydromax Solar Surface Pump, which can deliver up to 9,800 litres of water per hour—up to three times higher than its previous model—enabling smallholder farmers to irrigate larger areas in less time and access water from shallow sources like rivers, wells, ponds and dams.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's devolved health system has delivered gains over 16 years since the 2010 Constitution, but continues to be hampered by health workers' strikes that leave wards deserted, theatres abandoned, and maternity wings closed, limiting Kenyans' access to essential care.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Police in Kisumu arrested a man linked to a suspected phone theft and hacking syndicate, recovering 32 mobile phones, several M-KOPA HMD batteries, three laptops fitted with suspected hacking tools, and external hard drives. Investigations into the syndicate are ongoing.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Homa Bay County has launched an initiative to combat what public health officials term "triple threat"—HIV and AIDS, teenage pregnancies, and gender-based violence—with adolescents aged 10-19 accounting for 20.6 per cent of new HIV infections in the county. The programme, launched by First Lady Rachel Ruto, involves sensitising adolescents and community leaders and encouraging reporting of incidents to authorities.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Hospital has reconstituted its 11-member Board of Management with Dr Barcley Onyambu retained as chairman, ending months of boardroom disputes involving rival factions, court cases, and arrests of senior officials.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Prolonged labour can cause multiple complications for both baby and mother, according to a Nakuru-based gynaecologist. Potential risks include stillbirth, postpartum bleeding, injuries to the uterus and birth canal, and congenital disabilities in newborns.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Nearly a decade after Kenya shifted from an examination-driven education model to one centred on competencies, the country faces persistent challenges including teacher shortages, inadequate facilities, and widening inequalities in learning outcomes. The reforms have made getting children into school easier, but ensuring they are actually learning has proved considerably harder.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Albert Njeru, Treasurer General of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions and Secretary General of KUDHEIHA, died on Saturday, August 29, after a short illness. He had served as KUDHEIHA Secretary General for 19 years and as COTU Treasurer for five months.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Milimani Commercial Magistrate Agnes Mwangi barred family members, relatives, and KCB Bank employees from removing Rosemary Chemutai Kimwatu's remains from Lee Funeral Home without her husband Kevin Migwe Kimwatu's involvement, after he moved to court seeking to participate in funeral arrangements.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's devolved health system, 16 years into implementation under the 2010 Constitution, continues to deliver improvements, but is undermined by ongoing health workers' strikes that have left wards deserted, theatres abandoned, and maternity wings closed, limiting Kenyans' access to essential care.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's public universities face a 16.44-billion-shilling shortfall this year after Parliament provided 30.92 billion of the 47.36 billion required to finance government scholarships under the Student-Centred Funding Model introduced in 2023, leaving more than 200,000 government-sponsored students entering public universities underfunded.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, Michael Oyamo, and Caspal Obiero were convicted after eight years and 42 witnesses in the 2018 killing of 26-year-old Rongo University student Sharon Otieno, who was 28 weeks pregnant. Their sentencing is scheduled for 16 September.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Two people were arrested in South B, Nairobi after NACADA and police recovered rolls and 101 sachets of suspected narcotic drugs, Rizla papers, and a digital weighing scale in a multi-agency operation. The authority says it is intensifying enforcement against drug abuse nationwide, with particular focus on the capital.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
First-year students at Tharaka University protested steep private hostel rent hikes, with single rooms at Sh5,000 and bedsitters at Sh8,000. Landlords have agreed to review rates within 14 days following a meeting with student leaders and government administrators.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Eight months after 25-year-old digital marketing manager Derrick Omanga Tom's body was found near Roysambu roundabout, a 26-year-old man was arrested in connection with the sale of Omanga's phone six days after he went missing in December 2025. Detectives made the arrest after months of digital tracking and surveillance, with a third suspect arrested earlier in Meru County helping lead investigators to the suspect.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Meta's US state settlement requires the company to implement curfews and time limits for users aged 13–17 on Instagram and Facebook within one year, but the method for verifying age remains unclear and raises privacy concerns among advocates.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 56-year-old man in Bungoma County died from injuries sustained in an alleged assault by his brother on August 20, with the death occurring on August 27. Angry residents later set fire to the suspect's two-room house, and police recovered the wood and metal rod allegedly used in the attack.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), working with the National Police Service, conducted intelligence-led operations in Nairobi's South B area that resulted in the arrest of two suspects and the seizure of 101 small sachets containing suspected narcotic drugs, along with related paraphernalia. NACADA's Legal Services Director warned drug traffickers that enforcement agencies are intensifying efforts to dismantle narcotics networks.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Hospital Association has reconstituted The Nairobi Hospital's Board of Management following its August 25 Annual General Meeting, with Dr Barcley Onyambu re-elected as chairman. The new 11-member board includes Samson Mbuthia Kinyanjui as vice chairman and Dr Agnes Gachoki as chairperson of the Medical Advisory Committee.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Social Health Authority has registered over 32 million Kenyans, but only about 5 million are actively contributing, prompting Parliament's Health Committee to call for urgent measures to convert registrations into sustained participation in the Government's Universal Health Coverage reforms.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's Office of the Data Protection Commissioner has given organisations handling personal data until September 11, 2026 to renew expired registration certificates, warning that failure to comply could trigger enforcement action.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Presbyterian Church of East Africa (PCEA) has distanced itself from an alleged plan by some clergy to visit State House seeking financial support, stating it will not compromise its independence and non-partisan character despite financial challenges.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
Community members and colleagues protested at Utimo Matatu Sacco offices in Buruburu after Brian Wafula died two weeks ago near Space Mall in Umoja, allegedly pushed from a moving matatu following a payment dispute. The matatu has been impounded and police say investigations are ongoing.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Ministry of Health has announced a Health Sector El Niño Contingency Plan for the 2026/2027 season to mitigate health risks from anticipated heavy rains, flooding and displacement. The plan brings together national and county governments, emergency agencies, humanitarian organisations and development partners to prevent and respond to flood-related health emergencies, particularly water- and food-borne diseases.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Ministry of Health has stepped up its dengue fever response in Garissa and Wajir counties, where 1,678 cases have been reported as of August 26, with Garissa accounting for 1,583 cumulative cases and Wajir 95 laboratory-confirmed cases. The Ministry maintains heightened surveillance and has activated its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre to contain transmission.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union announced that medical interns and Ministry of Health staff affected by salary delays would receive outstanding payments by Wednesday, September 2, following consultations between the union and government. The delay affecting medical interns was partly attributed to late submission of required documentation to the Ministry of Health.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The parents of late KCB Bank executive Rosemary Chemutai Koech buried their daughter at their family home in Chepseon, Kericho County, despite a court order seeking to stop the burial without her husband's consent. Her mother said the family proceeded with the Friday night burial to give their daughter dignity and provide a place for her four children to visit and mourn.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The late KCB Bank executive Rosemary Chemutai Koech-Kimwatu was buried at her parents' home in Chepseon, Kericho County, on Friday night, defying a court order issued hours earlier that barred her interment without the involvement and consent of her husband, Kevin Migwe Kimwatu. The case returns to Milimani Commercial Magistrate's Court on Monday, August 31, following a dispute over her final resting place between her husband and her family.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has led a fundraising drive at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru County to support rebuilding after a May 28 dormitory fire that killed 16 students and injured 79 others. The tragedy prompted national debate on boarding school safety, including concerns about overcrowding and emergency exits, and investigation found a dormitory exit door had been locked.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
The family of late KCB executive Rosemary Koech Kimwatu proceeded with her burial at their Chepseon home in Kericho County on Friday night despite a court order barring interment without her husband's involvement. The clan chairman said the decision was guided by Kalenjin cultural practices.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
JB Maina has sued musicians Samidoh and Waithaka wa Jane, claiming they have been performing compositions he says are his own.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Malkia Strikers, unbeaten in group play, face Nigeria in a Round of 16 match at the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship; victory advances them to the quarter-finals, while defeat ends their campaign.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's defending champion Malkia Strikers swept Nigeria 3-0 at the Kasarani Indoor Arena to reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, maintaining their unbeaten record in the tournament.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins is closing in on a £50 million move to Saudi side Al Hilal and will be replaced by Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson. Manager Unai Emery said Watkins's legacy should remain untarnished despite not playing in last weekend's 4-0 loss to Brighton, citing a disagreement over his availability.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Recent controversy in the WNBA has reignited debate about transgender athletes in women's sports, with advocacy groups divided over fairness: some say only biological women should compete to maintain competitive fairness, while others argue that barring transgender women is exclusionary and prevents access to sport.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kiambu Golf Club is hosting a leg of the 2026 NCBA Golf Series on Saturday, with around 200 golfers competing for slots in the Grand Finale at Karen Country Club on November 28. Winners across various categories will qualify for the November showdown, and a hole-in-one on hole 8 offers a chance to win a JCB 3DX Backhoe loader.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said he wants players who "feel a desire" to play for the club after leaving midfielder Enzo Fernandez out of Thursday's League Cup win over Luton. Fernandez has been linked with Manchester City but no club has met Chelsea's £120 million valuation.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane confirmed negotiations have started on extending his deal beyond 2027. The 33-year-old said the first meeting occurred last week and expressed hope to continue at the club while noting details still need to be discussed.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Czech sixth seed Linda Noskova, who won her first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon, said her success has not given her extra confidence heading into the US Open, emphasizing instead that she approaches each tournament with a fresh mental state. The 21-year-old admitted she is still adjusting to life as a Grand Slam champion and that the victory has shown her more titles are possible.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Rayan Cherki scored twice in Manchester City's 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace, earning praise from manager Enzo Maresca for an "unbelievable" performance after coming off the bench in the previous weekend's win against Bournemouth.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Kylian Mbappe deserves to win this year's Ballon d'Or, arguing the award should go to "the best player in the world" rather than be decided by World Cup or Champions League success. Mbappe became the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history during the 2026 tournament and was the top scorer in La Liga and the Champions League last season.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Andoni Iraola's first match as Liverpool manager ended in a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest, with Victor Munoz's deflected effort salvaging a late point. Forest had twice taken the lead through Dan Ndoye and Morgan Gibbs-White's penalty.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Defending champions Malkia Strikers defeated Nigeria 3-0 in straight sets (25-21, 25-17, 25-15) in the Round of 16 of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, advancing to the quarter-finals.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Wildlife Service has entered into a strategic partnership with Archipelagos to support management and restoration of Sibiloi and Central Island National Parks in the Lake Turkana region, working to implement a 10-year management plan (2026–2036) for the parks.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
A Russian unmanned aerial vehicle struck a warehouse in Myla, on Kyiv's western outskirts, on August 28, killing at least 27 people and triggering a large fire and detonations. Ukrainian prosecutors are investigating the incident, which involved a facility storing explosive objects.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Jubaland leaders in Mogadishu, convened by presidential candidate Dr Abdullahi Ali, have called for inclusive governance and renewed efforts to liberate Middle Juba and parts of Lower Juba from Al-Shabaab control, saying communities displaced by extremist violence should have a role in shaping the region's future.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has paid tribute to King Harald V of Norway, who died at age 89 after 35 years on the throne, describing him as an exceptional monarch defined by duty and public service. Ruto noted that Harald's death comes less than three months after his own official visit to Norway in June, the first by a Kenyan head of state.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Rwanda's government confirmed that representatives from several European countries visited this week to discuss making Rwanda a transit point for deported migrants and rejected asylum seekers. Germany, Austria, Denmark, Greece and the Netherlands are seeking to establish "hubs" outside the European Union by year-end, following European Parliament legislation passed in June.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Uganda's prosecution office approved the extradition to the United States of Katungi Michael Mpeirwe, a retired lieutenant charged with conspiring to supply weapons including machine guns, rocket launchers, grenades, and anti-aircraft equipment to Mexican drug cartels including the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion. Mpeirwe was a close associate of Ugandan army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ukraine's top presidential adviser said technical talks on Russia's war would likely take place in the near future but cautioned against expecting swift agreement, noting the war has entered its fifth year with U.S.-backed peace talks yielding no tangible results so far.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ukrainian Automobile Federation has filed a formal complaint with the International Automobile Federation's Ethics Committee challenging the reinstatement of Russian and Belarusian drivers competing under their national flags and anthems, citing that the Russian Automobile Federation maintains offices in Crimea and in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts, territories recognized as Ukrainian by the international community.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Civil rights activists gathered in Washington on Friday for the "Defend the Vote" march to oppose Republican redistricting and voting restrictions pushed by President Trump ahead of November's midterm elections. Organized by Al Sharpton and led by Martin Luther King III, the demonstration drew support from over 90 civil rights, labor, faith and community organizations.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has conveyed condolences to the Norwegian Royal Family following the death of King Harald V, describing him as an exceptional monarch whose 35-year reign was defined by duty, dignity and unwavering devotion to his people.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Frank Garcia is visiting Kenya as part of a high-level African tour to strengthen bilateral relationships and advance economic and security partnerships. The visit includes stops in Zambia and Ethiopia, with possible additional stops contingent on commercial deals.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has mourned the death of Norway's King Harald V, who died peacefully at Oslo University Hospital Rikshospitalet on Friday, August 28, 2026, at age 89. Ruto described the late monarch, who reigned since 1991, as an exceptional leader whose life was defined by duty, dignity, humility and devotion to his people.
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized approximately 847 pounds of khat with a street value of about $100,000 from two U.S. citizens arriving from London at Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport on Aug. 13. The two men, from New York, each had six suitcases of the leafy substance, which field tests confirmed as khat (Catha edulis).
29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece warns that Kenya's publicly funded broadcasters face intense pressure to appear politically balanced ahead of the 2027 elections, citing Hungary's recent suspension of news broadcasts on state media over perceived political bias and spin.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece reflecting on Dolly Parton's life and legacy, highlighting her special relationship with books and her 1995 founding of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Tennessee, which sends free books monthly to children from birth to age five regardless of family income — driven in part by her father's inability to read or write.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Office of the Ombudsman receives and processes complaints against public officers for delays, inefficiency, corruption, and failure to provide services. The article cites cases including detention of bodies for unpaid medical bills and delays in issuing student results and certificates, arguing that resolving such complaints is a leadership responsibility in public administration.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece arguing that the resurgence of xenophobic violence in South Africa undermines Pan-African aspirations for continental unity, mutual respect, and collective prosperity as envisioned in the African Union's Agenda 2063 and the African Continental Free Trade Area.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →