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Saturday, 12 September 2026
Kenya’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Saturday, 12 September 2026
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Politics

  1. Court battle over Fred Kubai's wealth assets resuming

    A decades-long legal dispute over the wealth of former freedom fighter Fredrick Polwarth Kubai, who alongside the Kapenguria six played a role in Kenya's independence, has been reignited in court.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  2. Linda Mwanachi group fears violence at Nairobi rally

    Three weeks after a coordinated attack in Homa Bay killed four people on August 16, 2026, the Linda Mwanachi movement faces threats ahead of a planned rally in Nairobi on Sunday at Jacaranda grounds in Embakasi. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka have warned of threats to the Senator Edwin Sifuna-led group, with critics on social media pledging to prevent the rally.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  3. Tribunal nullifies Kenta's Jubilee Party secretary-general appointment

    The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has nullified Koitalel Ole Kenta's appointment as Jubilee Party secretary-general after finding he was not a registered member when appointed.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  4. Auditor-General seeks Court of Appeal stay on debt case

    Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu has moved to the Court of Appeal seeking to halt proceedings in Okiya Omtatah's Sh7 trillion public debt case.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  5. Former Buxton tenants demand EACC disclose investigation findings

    Former Buxton tenants in Mombasa have called on the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission to publicly disclose the status of its two-year investigation into the controversial disposal of public land now occupied by the Buxton Affordable Housing Project.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  6. Ruto's decrees trigger legal battles and diplomatic tensions

    President William Ruto faces criticism over erratic decrees and policy u-turns that have exposed his administration to ridicule while generating diplomatic tensions and legal challenges.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  7. Ruto urges unregistered Kericho voters to help secure second term

    During a development tour in Kericho County, President William Ruto called on hundreds of thousands of unregistered voters to obtain identity and voter cards and support his bid for a second term in 2027.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

Business

  1. Kenyan fish firm earns global food safety certification

    Global Tilapia has become the first fish processing company in Kenya to secure FSSC 22000 Food Safety Certification, an internationally recognised standard that sets requirements for managing food safety risks across the food supply chain. The certification is intended to strengthen the company's operations, meet international requirements, and expand into new markets.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  2. FKE survey: investing in women leaders strengthens business

    According to a Federation of Kenya Employers survey, companies that invest in developing women leaders build a stronger pipeline of executives and board directors, while women in such environments experience higher job retention and promotions for high-performing talent.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

Society

  1. Kenya Enlists Faith Leaders to Combat Suicide Crisis

    Kenya is turning to religious leaders as part of a renewed national effort to prevent suicide.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  2. Mother searches for two-year-old missing with teenage girl

    A mother in Mumias, Kakamega County, is searching for her two-year-old daughter, Abigile Amani, who disappeared on July 26 with an 18-year-old girl named Aliya whom the mother had taken into her home after finding her near street boys in Nairobi. The disappearance has left the mother traumatised and suffering from stress-related illness.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  3. Woman sues church over allegations of forced false testimony

    A woman named Phyllis is suing her former church, claiming she was pressured to lie to protect a pastor. She seeks legal remedy for the guilt she carries from the alleged false statements.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  4. ECDE teachers caught in salary and benefits limbo post-devolution

    More than a decade after Kenya's devolved system of government took effect, Early Childhood Development Education officers say their careers, salaries and retirement benefits remain caught between two systems.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  5. Public hospitals resume services after nurses' strike ends

    Services in public hospitals were gradually returning to normal following a nurses' strike, though families who lost loved ones during the paralysis blamed the national government.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

Culture

  1. Self-publishing platforms offer democratized options but carry significant pitfalls

    Technology has enabled authors to bypass traditional publishing gatekeepers by using platforms like Amazon, Kobo, and Lulu to self-publish, but the article cautions that while these options exist, they come with substantial costs and challenges compared to the traditional publishing route.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

World & Region

  1. Tanzania to help process Burundians at Kenya border

    Tanzania has agreed to help process and transport Burundi nationals seeking to return to their country, easing delays at the Kenya-Tanzania border in Migori County. The Migori County Commissioner attributed the challenge to shortage of buses rather than a breakdown in coordination between Kenya and its neighbours.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  2. Anthropic uncovers UAE-linked AI operation targeting Sudan critics

    Anthropic said it detected and disrupted a UAE-linked influence operation that targeted the Muslim Brotherhood and UN experts critical of Abu Dhabi's alleged role in Sudan's conflict. The operation used Claude to generate reports, advocacy materials, social media content and testimony on Sudan since April 2023.

    3 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  3. Trump links 9/11 anniversary to US Iran conflict strategy

    President Donald Trump marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks at the Pentagon by linking the country's ongoing "war on terror" to its conflict with Iran. Trump vowed the United States would never forget 9/11 and stated that the country continues to fight today in memory of those attacks.

    5 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Opinion

  1. East African integration requires commitment to shared vision

    An opinion piece argues that East African nations must protect and strengthen their regional integration project, cautioning against policies and actions that undermine the shared dream of cooperation and unity across the region.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  2. Ruto administration turns four amid controversy and policy incoherence

    President Ruto's administration marks four years in office on Sunday, September 13, amid criticism over controversies and inconsistent policymaking.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

  3. Literature as societal mirror challenging injustice

    An opinion piece argues that literature serves as a powerful mirror for countries to examine themselves and challenge injustice, functioning alongside laws, history, newspapers, and speeches.

    2 hours ago · The Standard

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