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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu has moved to the Court of Appeal seeking to halt proceedings in Okiya Omtatah's Sh7 trillion public debt case.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto faces criticism over his erratic decrees and policy u-turns, which have exposed his administration to ridicule while generating diplomatic tensions and legal challenges.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Hundreds of Burundian nationals have sought refuge at their embassy in Nairobi as Kenya cracks down on foreign-owned small businesses, with many sleeping at the Chancery compound for days amid uncertain circumstances.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Bumula MP Jack Wamboka and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya cautioned Uganda against any attempt to have its citizens participate in Kenya's 2027 elections, with Wamboka calling on President Museveni to discourage Ugandans from being used in the poll. Wamboka linked the warning to the government's recent crackdown on Burundian nationals, alleging that some foreigners were targeted for refusing to acquire Kenyan identification documents and support President Ruto's re-election bid.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has called on opposition leaders, including Wiper's Kalonzo Musyoka, to unite behind Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for the 2027 presidential race, arguing that the election will be decided by youth tired of President Ruto's administration and that older politicians should mentor rather than compete.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
A ruling this week has ended what the article describes as "one of the major assaults on human rights protections and freedom of association for communities" across Kenya's 47 counties. The decision comes as community-based organisations—estimated at 57,000 registered groups plus many more unregistered—continue to address local challenges from informal settlements to rural villages.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Jubilee Party deputy leader Fred Matiang'i and People's Party of Kenya leader Ndindi Nyoro have called for opposition leaders to unite ahead of the 2027 General Election, saying Kenyans want leadership capable of addressing development challenges. Nyoro said opposition leaders need to set aside differences, focus on issues affecting Kenyans rather than individual interests, and that Martha Karua and Peter Munya are part of the team.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Zimbabwe has declared September 15, President Emmerson Mnangagwa's birthday, an annual national public holiday called Munhumutapa Day, honouring a historical Shona kingdom title. The declaration comes weeks after Mnangagwa signed a law extending his presidential term from five to seven years and signalled his intention to remain in power beyond 2030.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud has warned that organisers and supporters of the Linda Mwananchi rally scheduled for Jacaranda Grounds on Sunday will not be allowed to access the Central Business District. Police cite credible information that some individuals may seek to mobilise unruly youths and goons to disrupt the rally.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
One person was shot dead, six vehicles torched, and three vehicles vandalised during political violence at an event attended by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Nembure, Embu.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto laid the foundation stone for the Chebunyo Mother and Child Hospital in Bomet county on Saturday, September 12, 2026, during a development tour of the Rift Valley. The President said the government is committed to ensuring mothers reach the six-month exclusive breastfeeding mark and affirmed that the transition to SHA from NHIF has transformed healthcare access.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua said he called Embakasi East MP Babu Owino to advise against the opposition naming its presidential candidate too early before the 2027 election, warning that an early announcement would give President William Ruto room to interfere and weaken the opposition.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua has urged Kenyans living in the United States not to rush back home, citing poor leadership, lack of opportunities, and the government's failure to address basic challenges facing Kenyans.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) will conduct Phase II ward grassroots elections in 13 counties on October 3, 2026, from 8am to 5pm. The elections will follow polling-centre elections in which more than 543,000 party officials were elected, with 20 elected officials from each polling centre forming the electoral college for ward-level voting.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Linda Mwananchi movement will conduct a grassroots campaign tour in Nairobi on Sunday, with stops at All Saints Cathedral, Marikiti and Gikomba markets, Burma Market, Stage 17, B Center, Manyanja, and concluding at Jacaranda Grounds. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, who is eyeing the Nairobi Gubernatorial seat, has invited residents to join the engagement.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
Zimbabwe's government has declared President Emmerson Mnangagwa's birthday, 15 September, an annual national public holiday through Statutory Instrument 148 of 2026, naming it Munhumutapa Day.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kisii Governor Simba Arati has sparked outrage after defending individuals labeled as "goons," arguing that youth hired to disrupt meetings and cause political mayhem are simply struggling citizens forced by poverty to make a living, and calling on rival leaders to show empathy towards them.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar sparked debate over electoral integrity by suggesting during a political rally in Mombasa that fingerprints of deceased people should be collected before burial and used to cast votes in President Ruto's favour. Omar made the remarks while officially declaring his candidacy for the Mombasa gubernatorial seat.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's government has reverted to its old police uniform, which had been abolished in 2018 during the introduction of the deep-blue uniform under former President Uhuru Kenyatta. Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat has appeared in different GSU uniforms at police training facilities in recent days as part of the transition.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Content creator Sammy Kioko has declared his candidacy for the Mavoko Constituency parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election, pledging a campaign focused on moving residents out of poverty and rejecting politics of hate, insults, and deception.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula defended President William Ruto's directive for foreign nationals doing business in Kenya to regularise their status, characterizing it as enforcement of existing laws to protect local entrepreneurs. Wetang'ula said Kenya remains open to investors but requires necessary documentation, licences and permits, and clarified that the directive should not be seen as closing Kenya's doors to other Africans or EAC nationals.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
Chaos erupted at a political meeting addressed by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Embu County on Saturday after youths clashed with police outside the restricted UDA rally. Two people were feared dead and several vehicles were set on fire when hundreds of youths attempted to gain access to the venue, prompting police to use teargas.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Opposition leaders were attacked on September 12 in Garissa County, which former Attorney General Justin Muturi described as an attempted assassination. Muturi called for an immediate police investigation and warned that such attacks could deepen divisions and heighten fear among Kenyans.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Liberal Party has rejected resolutions adopted by Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party during a September 11 meeting, saying it was neither notified nor invited to the proceedings and only learned of the resolutions through media reports. The NLP argues that major changes to Azimio's structure must follow the coalition's 2022 Deed of Agreement and the Political Parties Act.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki condemned an attempted disruption of a UDA grassroots meeting in Nembure, Manyatta Constituency, Embu County, where security officers used tear gas to disperse a group of young people. Kindiki accused opposition leaders of mobilising the youths and stated that political parties should be allowed to conduct their activities peacefully in Kenya's democracy.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has declared that his political camp plans to remove President William Ruto from power in the 2027 General Election, and pledged to reverse policies including the housing levy if his proposed administration takes office.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is standing firm on his 2027 presidential ambitions and has told the Luhya community to reject offers of the Deputy President's seat in President Ruto's government, arguing the community deserves greater representation in national leadership.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Youths pelted opposition leaders' vehicles with stones as a United Opposition rally in Garissa descended into chaos on Saturday. Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka and DP leader Justin Muturi condemned the incident, with Musyoka accusing Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale of orchestrating the disruption.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of using his office to conduct personal business across construction, banking, insurance, and supplies while creating a hostile environment for other Kenyans. Gachagua described this as "state capture" involving corrupt dealings to grow a business empire at the expense of ordinary Kenyans.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At least two people are feared dead and several injured after chaos erupted during a UDA meeting convened by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Nembure, Embu County. Rival groups clashed as police fired tear gas, with two vehicles torched; UDA condemned the violence and called for action against those responsible.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Competition Authority has approved Japanese brewer Asahi Group Holdings' acquisition of Diageo's controlling stake in East African Breweries, subject to conditions including that the merged entity reserve sufficient funds for liabilities and that at least 20 per cent of retail refrigeration space be reserved for non-EABL or non-Asahi branded products.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Global wellness company QNET has appointed a Regional General Manager for East and Southern Africa with Kenya among the markets under focus, citing the country's large informal sector and digital marketplace as drivers of growth opportunity.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
As artificial intelligence takes over workplace tasks, project managers are being pushed to prove they can make decisions, lead people, and turn business plans into results. Employers are placing greater weight on leadership, judgement, and business understanding, with technical skills becoming outdated faster.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Capital Markets Authority named 15 entities collecting money from Kenyans through fake investment schemes without regulatory approval, saying they lack the required license to offer investment services. The Directorate of Criminal Investigation is probing the firms alongside the CMA and other law enforcement agencies.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Danish pharmaceutical Novo Nordisk has introduced Ozempic for type 2 diabetes management and Wegovy for weight management in Kenya, supported by healthcare provider training and patient support programs. A consultant physician noted that Africa has seen a 142 per cent rise in diabetes prevalence over the last ten years.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cybercriminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence to automate and scale attacks, operating faster and with less human oversight, according to Fortinet's EMEA South VP. The risk extends to energy, telecommunications, finance and other critical infrastructure, where attacks could disrupt physical operations; organisations must strengthen defences and use AI to detect and respond to threats in real time.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Meta's Oversight Board has urged the company not to treat Community Notes as a replacement for fact-checking, calling instead for Meta to use "all the tools that best address the challenge of misinformation on its platforms." The statement followed Meta's announcement that it was testing the crowdsourcing system in Latin America.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Modern Floors & Walls, a Ghanaian flooring and interior-finishing company founded in 2018, has entered the Kenyan market as part of a phased expansion strategy across East Africa. The company will offer SPC flooring, wall panels, carpet tiles, and installation services, using Kenya as its entry point before expanding to other regional markets.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Capital Markets Authority has warned the public against 15 entities allegedly offering investment services and soliciting funds without requisite licences or approvals, disguising fraudulent activities as legitimate investment opportunities. The entities are under active investigation by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations in collaboration with the CMA and other law enforcement agencies.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Ruto said Kenya remains open to foreign investors and workers who comply with Kenyan laws and regulations, stating that the government has removed barriers to investment. He noted foreign direct investment had grown from $1.6 billion to $3.2 billion.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Uganda's National Social Security Fund is seeking to deepen financial links with Kenya by tapping into the savings and investment potential of Ugandans living and working in the country. The initiative, undertaken with the Uganda High Commission in Nairobi, aims to enable Ugandans in Kenya to save and build financial assets to support their eventual return and investment.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
African Swine Fever has killed 1,470 pigs on more than 20 farms in Kiambu County since mid-May, and the government has confirmed outbreaks in Tharaka-Nithi, Busia, Embu, Kakamega, Homa Bay and Migori counties. The disease has no vaccine or cure and kills nearly every infected pig, disrupting pork supply and threatening the wider livestock trade.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Smart Apiary, a new technology developed by a Daystar University lecturer, allows beekeepers to monitor hives remotely using IoT and AI, reducing the need for frequent physical visits that can disrupt bee activity while providing real-time information about colony health.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
More than 1,470 pigs have died from African Swine Fever in Kiambu County since mid-May, with significant outbreaks also reported in Tharaka-Nithi, Busia, Embu, Kakamega, Homa Bay and Migori counties. The government has heightened livestock disease surveillance and prevention measures in response.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kiambu County Government has rejected claims that its piglet distribution programme is linked to African Swine Fever, stating all piglets are sourced from KALRO and the programme has benefited more than 70,000 men and youth.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya is turning to religious leaders as part of a renewed national effort to prevent suicide.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
City lawyer Benard Odero Okello was arraigned at Kibera Law Court on Friday on 10 forgery-related charges involving the Kenya County Government Workers Union, but a High Court order barred his prosecution and required his immediate release. Justice Bahati Mwamuye restrained the DPP, DCI, and IG from arresting, detaining, charging or prosecuting Okello and staff at his law firm over transactions involving the union.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's waste management efforts face challenges including poor waste separation, inadequate recycling infrastructure, and slow implementation of national waste policies by counties. The Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization says consumers are increasingly aware of responsible disposal but lack of reliable collection and recycling systems discourages behavioral change.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
A group of youth has launched a nationwide campaign called "Crime Must Fall" against crime, political violence and youth exploitation, with support from the Professional Criminologists Association of Kenya, National Police Service, National Youth Council and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, aiming to mobilise young people across Kenya's 47 counties to prevent crime and reject their use as instruments of violence.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Police killed one suspected robber and recovered a pistol during a shootout in Dandora on Friday after officers responded to a robbery report and the suspects opened fire. Two other suspects escaped toward the railway line.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council has warned that dental clinics must establish explicit systems identifying who takes clinical responsibility for patient care, maintain detailed records of engagement terms and scope of practice for all staff, and ensure visiting specialists' credentials are not misused. The regulator cautioned that simply displaying a practitioner's licence does not prove active oversight.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Uncontrolled populations of free-roaming dogs across Kenya expose communities to rabies, dog bite injuries, livestock losses, and environmental health risks. Rabies, spread mostly by infected dogs and almost always fatal once symptoms appear, is preventable through vaccination and treatable with timely treatment, yet remains a concern particularly for children.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Dental Association has warned that unqualified people are posing as dentists in public and private clinics and hospitals, with understaffing creating room for untrained practitioners. The association said the practice exposes patients to pain, higher costs, and poor care, and urged facilities to employ only licensed practitioners.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The death toll from a September 5 road crash in Mau Summit on the Nakuru-Eldoret highway has risen to seven after one more person died, hours after a mother and daughter from the initial crash were buried in Elgeyo Marakwet.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences, with current enrolments over 6,000 across campuses in Thika, Mombasa, Kisumu and Kitui County, aims to expand to Nairobi, remote regions of Kenya, and the broader East African region to reach between 15,000 and 20,000 students within five years.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Likoni MP Mishi Mboko has called on the Kenya Ports Authority and Kenya Ferry Services to explain an incident involving the MV Likoni at the Likoni Channel during heavy rains and high-tide conditions on Friday. She urged the Government to reinstate the Mtongwe ferry service as an alternative and warned ferry users against jumping into the channel during emergencies.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Institution of Surveyors of Kenya has urged property owners, landlords and facility managers to clear drainage systems, inspect buildings and prepare emergency response plans ahead of expected El Niño rains to reduce property damage and protect occupants.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Shanzu court has found six Iranians accused of trafficking over a tonne of methamphetamine valued at approximately Sh8.2 billion to have a case to answer. The magistrate ruled that the prosecution had established sufficient evidence to require the six accused persons to present their defence under the Criminal Procedure Code.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A specialised eye hospital has opened in Kisumu, offering optical, general, and surgical eye-care services to patients in Nyanza, Western Kenya and the wider East African region. Governor Prof Anyang' Nyong'o said the facility would help address the region's need for specialised eye care and allow patients to access treatment closer to home instead of travelling to Nairobi.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police are appealing for public information to help trace two suspected armed robbers who escaped following a shootout in Dandora after allegedly robbing people in the area. One of three suspects was fatally wounded during the police response, and a pistol, three mobile phones, and an identification card were recovered.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
A Shanzu court has found six Iranian nationals have a case to answer in a methamphetamine trafficking matter involving 1,036.044 kilogrammes valued at about Sh8.2 billion, after the prosecution presented 12 witnesses and the magistrate ruled a prima facie case had been established. The six accused are now required to present their defence under the Criminal Procedure Code, with the alleged offence involving a consignment aboard an unregistered vessel intercepted in international waters.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
A guest opinion warns that floods threaten water contamination, sanitation failure, and disease spread including cholera, typhoid, and dysentery, alongside disrupted health facility access. Kenya must address these risks as the country prepares for El Niño rains.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Dental Association has raised concern over unqualified persons offering dental services in public and private clinics across the country, warning that the practice exposes patients to serious harm and undermines public confidence in the healthcare system.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Two masked armed men raided an M-Pesa and gas outlet in Ruiru, escaping with more than 600,000 shillings. A male attendant was shot in the chest and ribs as the suspects fled and opened fire on pursuing witnesses, and was hospitalized in intensive care.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk has officially launched Ozempic for type 2 diabetes management and Wegovy for weight management in Kenya. Experts note that the impact will depend on patient affordability and early diagnosis rates, as Kenya faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi's historic McMillan Memorial Library, built in 1931, has temporarily closed for major restoration works conducted by Nairobi City County and Book Bunk Trust. The first phase includes roof repairs, external drainage improvements, and electrical works to protect the building from water damage as part of efforts to preserve the landmark and transform it into a modern public knowledge hub.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed midfielder Elliot Anderson's assertion that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby at Old Trafford. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, made the remark after United declined to bid for the England player in the close season.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
As Morocco, Spain and Portugal prepare to co-host the 2030 World Cup, Morocco's football federation president claimed the final would be held in Morocco, while Real Madrid coach José Mourinho argued the Santiago Bernabéu stadium in Madrid would be a more appropriate venue. FIFA said a final decision would be made in due course.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has dismissed midfielder Elliot Anderson's assertion that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, made the comment after United refused to enter a bidding war for the England midfielder.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Alexander Isak, who scored just four times in his difficult first season at Liverpool after a £125 million move from Newcastle, has already netted three goals in four games this term and is in "a really good place," according to Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has dismissed Elliot Anderson's claim that Manchester City are "kings of Manchester" ahead of Sunday's derby. Anderson, who joined City from Nottingham Forest for £116 million after United declined to bid, said City have been the dominant force in Manchester.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso acknowledged his team's prolific attacking form — joint-top scorers in the Premier League with eight goals in three matches — but said they need to improve defensively after conceding seven goals in the same period.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Principal Secretary for Sports says the country is ready to host the 2029 or 2031 World Athletics Championships in Nairobi, which would make Kenya the first African country to host the event. The World Athletics Council will announce host cities for both years on September 15, 2026, with Nairobi competing against Rome, Munich, and London.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mikel Arteta, head coach of Arsenal, deliberately sets challenges for his players—including delaying meals and raising the temperature in the dressing room—to help them cope with stressful situations. Arsenal beat Napoli 1-0 in their Champions League opener despite travel disruptions.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Enzo Maresca, Manchester City's manager, says he is not the "main focus" as he prepares for his first Manchester derby against Manchester United on Sunday, with City seeking to maintain their 100 percent record this season.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Abdul Sidi, a legendary Kenyan rally navigator who competed as a co-driver for 25 years and participated in the WRC Safari Rally with drivers including Patrick Njiru and Phineas Kimathi, has passed away and was laid to rest. He is remembered as a bridge between generations, teacher, and respected figure in Kenyan rallying history.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli topped Friday's second practice session for Mercedes ahead of Ferraris Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has warned his players that any loss of concentration could quickly reverse their perfect start to the season, during which the Spanish champions have won all five matches across all competitions, scoring 22 goals and conceding three.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Equity Dumas defeated Umoja 75-67 in Game Three of their quarterfinal series to advance to the semifinals of the Kenya National Men's Basketball Premier League, winning the best-of-three series 2-1.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lando Norris secured pole position for McLaren at the Spanish Grand Prix with a lap of one minute and 31.824 seconds, edging championship leader Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes by 0.011 seconds in Saturday's qualifying. Max Verstappen finished third for Red Bull, ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Esports Kenya Federation, Kenya Tourism Board, and Global Esports Federation have partnered to leverage esports and video gaming to promote Kenya as a tourism destination, with the Magical Kenya brand to be integrated into international esports events and featured on the Esports Kenya National Team's jerseys.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
A fire started by prisoners during a riot in Kobane, Syria's northern Kurdish-majority town, killed at least seven inmates according to state media, though the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported nine deaths. Violence erupted in the town this week as residents protested over the killing of a former Kurdish fighter.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A fire at a nursing home in the Araucania region of Chile killed 16 elderly people. The blaze began Friday night at the facility in Pitrufquen and was extinguished early Saturday.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nazira Haji Zada, 47, a Texas resident accused of supporting a mass shooting plot, was removed from the United States on August 25 on orders of the Alien Terrorist Removal Court (ATRC), marking the first case heard by the special court established by Congress 30 years ago.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States commemorated the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks with a ceremony in New York, notably absent President Donald Trump, who instead paid respects at the Pentagon and linked the subsequent "war on terror" to his current conflict in Iran.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Céline Dion is making her first full concert performance in six years in Paris on Saturday evening, after battling Stiff Person Syndrome. Around 30,000 fans are expected at the sold-out opening night of her 26-date run at the Plenitude Arena outside Paris.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The African Union's Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, visited Australia through its Special Visits Program to discuss security threats, counterterrorism, and wider political, economic and development issues. The visit, originally planned for February but postponed due to the Persian Gulf crisis, reflects a potentially broader phase in AU-Australia engagement.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nigeria's National Assembly has suspended all official visits to South Africa and ordered a boycott of South African-hosted legislative activities following reports of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals, with the directive covering lawmakers, parliamentary committees, and National Assembly staff until further notice.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Six Nigerian nationals accused of defrauding over 100 American women of more than $6 million through online romance scams have been extradited from South Africa to the US. The men, allegedly linked to Black Axe organised crime network, face charges including wire fraud and money laundering.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
China is expanding commercial engagement with East Africa, with more than 30 Chinese companies and business leaders visiting Mogadishu for a business forum focused on trade, manufacturing, technology, energy, agriculture and finance opportunities. Somalia's Ambassador to China said such engagements help turn diplomatic relations into practical business partnerships.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who became Tooro Kingdom's ruler at age three and reigned for 31 years, died at 34 while receiving cancer treatment in the United States. His burial drew several thousand people to Fort Portal, with the president calling for unity as a succession dispute unfolds.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto's administration marks four years in office on Sunday, September 13, amid criticism over controversies and inconsistent policymaking.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The author, a university literature instructor, reflects on teaching a course that explores how East African literary narratives and shared cultural stories extend beyond political boundaries, suggesting a common regional identity rooted in literature and heritage.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece in The Standard critiques President Ruto's administration as it approaches its fourth anniversary, arguing that poor policies are damaging Kenya's economy and affecting citizens.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Africa must prioritize agriculture and trade to escape poverty and overcome aid dependency, citing former AfDB president Donald Kaberuka's view that the continent should "farm and trade" its way out of poverty rather than rely on external assistance.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece examines President Ruto's argument that politicians and businesspeople operate with different skills and that business leaders should focus on their trade rather than pursue politics as an ultimate goal. The author traces Kenya's historical debate on mixing private sector practice with public office, from colonial times through the 1971 Ndegwa Commission recommendation that officially sanctioned civil servants engaging in private business.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →