Justice Bahati Mwamuye ruled unconstitutional the law that restricted retired presidents from holding political-party office and allowed Parliament to interfere with their retirement benefits. The judgment conflicts with another High Court ruling by Justice Lawrence Mugambi, issued a week earlier, upholding the same restriction.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Bahati Mwamuye ruled unconstitutional the law that restricted retired presidents from holding political-party office and allowed Parliament to interfere with their retirement benefits. The judgment conflicts with another High Court ruling by Justice Lawrence Mugambi, issued a week earlier, upholding the same restriction.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that President Ruto's practice of responding to Opposition proposals and criticism with personal insults and inflammatory language gives his opponents ammunition for political attacks, citing examples including his responses to Senator Sifuna's housing proposal and mining licence disputes.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
A High Court judge declared unconstitutional the law restricting retired presidents from holding political-party office and allowing Parliament to interfere with their retirement benefits, creating a conflict with another judge who upheld the same restriction a week earlier.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has directed police to crack down on the distribution of illicit alcohol and pursue illegal brewers, but has drawn scrutiny for appearing to invoke extra-judicial measures and referring to methods allegedly used to tackle banditry in the Kerio Valley.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has called on Kenyans to shun political divisions and maintain peace ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that ethnic mobilisation, hate speech, misinformation and violence remain threats to national cohesion. The commission has developed a roadmap called Uchaguzi Bila Noma to promote peaceful elections through civic education, conflict prevention and management of hate speech.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Health CS Aden Duale has admitted before court that the Ministry of Health engaged private lawyers to defend it in a petition challenging the legality of a two per cent HIMS utilisation fee deducted from healthcare providers' SHA claims.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi County has filed a High Court case against the national government challenging control of billions of shillings from betting companies and casinos licensing, citing duplication of regulatory roles.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara rejected Deputy President Kindiki's positioning as a Mount Kenya region spokesman, asserting that former DP Rigathi Gachagua holds that role and that anyone aligned with President Ruto cannot represent central Kenya politics. Kihara accused Ruto of sponsoring multiple political parties to divide the Mt Kenya vote ahead of 2027.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has ordered the Government to establish a formal complaints mechanism within nine months to protect Kenyans working for international and regional organisations that enjoy diplomatic immunity from rights violations. The ruling followed a finding that state officials violated a former African Union ECOSOCC member's constitutional rights by ignoring his complaint over an unlawful suspension.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Security officials and peace actors warned during International Day of Peace commemorations in Nairobi that hate speech, misinformation, incitement and political rivalry could trigger violence ahead of the 2027 General Election, urging early preventive measures based on lessons from the 2007/08 post-election violence.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto announced Kenya will lead the first national implementation of the MasterKey Corridor, a digital system enabling workers to verify their skills, qualifications, and work experience across African borders under the Accra Reset initiative. The system will create secure digital records allowing people to share verified information with employers and institutions in participating countries.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime have agreed to establish a multi-agency team to develop a national strategy combating cybercrime, maritime crime, drug abuse, and border control weaknesses. President Ruto committed to advancing Kenya's ratification of the UN Convention against Cybercrime and deepening cooperation on law enforcement training and treatment standards.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court in Malindi acquitted a man convicted of raping a mentally ill woman after finding the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution drafted defective charges under the wrong statute. Justice Francis Kyambia faulted the ODPP and lower court for failing to properly establish the victim's vulnerability and for charging under Section 7 of the Sexual Offences Act instead of Section 146 of the Penal Code.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has handed over Jubilee Party leadership to former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, pending confirmation by the party's National Delegates Convention. Uhuru said he will remain in the party as a senior adviser and member as Jubilee restructures ahead of the 2027 General Election.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta says he remains convinced Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, questioning how the Azimio coalition could have lost the presidency while winning most parliamentary and county races. Ruto was declared president-elect with 50.49 per cent of votes against Odinga's 48.85 per cent, and the Supreme Court unanimously upheld the results.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto is in New York for the 81st UN General Assembly (September 22–28), promoting Kenya's interests in investment, trade, technology, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, health, agriculture and artificial intelligence. His programme includes business roundtables aimed at attracting investment, including discussions on the planned Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Refinery in Lamu.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
The UDA has criticised retired President Uhuru Kenyatta for saying he believes late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, with UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar stating that President William Ruto conclusively won and accusing Uhuru of failing to accept the outcome.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa's lawyers have demanded Ksh.100 million in damages from the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) over publications concerning his academic credentials at JKUAT, with a demand that all related publications be removed from social media within two hours.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission has summoned Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa and Turkana South MP John Ariko Naimot over separate public utterances made in their respective constituencies. Barasa was summoned over remarks he allegedly made in Sirisia Constituency on September 19 regarding leaders from the former Western Province holding senior government positions, while Naimot was summoned over remarks made on September 2.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
As Kenya enters the final year of its third devolution cycle, the article argues that progress should be measured by tangible improvements in health, early childhood development, nutrition, water and sanitation, social protection, and climate resilience, rather than by resources allocated or infrastructure built alone.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Fifteen years after Kenya's 2010 Constitution, devolution has shifted service delivery—healthcare, roads, water, and education—from Nairobi to counties, though results are mixed. Counties have made measurable gains in health infrastructure and early childhood education, but remain heavily dependent on national transfers, struggle with revenue, pending bills, corruption, and public participation challenges.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta will convene a Jubilee Party meeting on Tuesday as opposition leaders rebrand the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition to Ukombozi Alliance ahead of the 2027 General Election. Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka said the Jubilee meeting would make important decisions before communicating them to the wider Ukombozi Alliance.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Inspector General Douglas Kanja returns to the High Court for mitigation and sentencing after Justice Patricia Nyaundi found him personally in contempt of court for police barricades erected in Nairobi's Central Business District on June 25, 2026, which breached a court order requiring prior public notice before erecting roadblocks.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's High Court dismissed a petition by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah challenging the constitutionality of national-level tallying and verification of presidential election results. The court upheld provisions allowing aggregation of results at the national level, finding it necessary because the Constitution requires a presidential candidate to secure more than 50 per cent of all votes cast nationally.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An Environment and Lands Court in Eldoret has confirmed Eunita Kibor, the youngest wife of the late Rift Valley politician Jackson Kibor, as executor of his multi-billion-shilling estate estimated at over Ksh.3 billion. More than 16 children of the deceased had accused their stepmother of using a forged will, but Justice Emmanuel Washe dismissed their assertions and ruled Eunita is the sole executor, who will act with the help of Kibor's former lawyer, Jonah Bundotich.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has cast doubt on President William Ruto's 2022 election victory, stating he knows Raila Odinga won the election, and hinting at a scheme to manipulate the outcome that secured Ruto's win.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has criticized President William Ruto for attributing governance failures to his predecessor rather than taking responsibility, saying "four years later, it is still Uhuru this and Uhuru that." Kenyatta also announced his support for former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i, citing his commitment to ending tribal politics.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Four activists were presented in court over an alleged incident on September 21, 2026, accused of obstructing vehicle operation along Mama Ngina Street in Nairobi. Their defence challenged the charge sheet, arguing they had notified police of their intention to demonstrate and citing constitutional protections for peaceful assembly.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court awarded blogger and activist Ndiang'ui Kinyagia Sh5 million in damages for violations of his rights during a DCI raid at his Kinoo home in June 2025, and barred police and the Director of Public Prosecutions from prosecuting him over the investigation that followed.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says elders at the Kirigiti solemn event in Kiambu County persuaded him to abandon his campaign for a distinct Mt Kenya East political identity and instead champion unity across the wider Mt Kenya region, arguing that advocacy for equitable development and political representation would be more effective through a united voice.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has certified as urgent an application by the Controller of Budget seeking clarification on whether conservatory orders from June 2025 restricting bursary processing extend to county requisitions for the 2026/2027 financial year, though the court declined to grant immediate relief.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda says giving handouts to supporters is for empowerment, not political gain, and that he uses his own money to support small businesses, women vendors, and community groups in his constituency.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's High Court has dismissed a challenge by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah against the national aggregation and verification of presidential election results, ruling that the two-tier constitutional threshold — requiring a candidate to secure more than half of all votes cast and at least 25 per cent in more than half of counties — can only be established through national aggregation.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has objected to President William Ruto's continued attribution of current problems to his administration, saying he handed over power peacefully in 2022 and the new government should focus on governance rather than looking back. Ruto has recently renewed criticism of Uhuru, accusing him of undermining his government and describing him as a "rebel leader" involved in opposition politics.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta claimed that Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election against President William Ruto, pointing to Jubilee's stronger performance in parliamentary and senatorial races as evidence of victory.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has formally cleared the way for a leadership transition in the Jubilee Party, asking members to accept former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i to take his place as the party prepares for the 2027 General Election. Uhuru said he would move to a senior advisory role while remaining a member of the party.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's political vehicle for the 2027 presidential race is set to be unveiled soon, with Linda Mwananchi allies announcing an 11-day countdown to the announcement. The movement has stepped up efforts to build a political platform around Sifuna, who has signalled his intention to seek the presidency in 2027.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Former Garissa Governor Ali Bunow Korane has accused security agencies of neglecting crime that has gripped the town for the past two to three years, saying Garissa's small, rural character should make it easier to police and that criminals are not sophisticated.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nyabari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda has proposed that political parties nominate candidates for party-list seats after the General Election rather than before voting, arguing the electoral outcome should first determine how many party-list seats each party receives.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United Democratic Alliance has responded to former President Uhuru Kenyatta's assertion that the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election, with UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar stating that President William Ruto "conclusively won" the election and accusing Kenyatta of "living and wallowing in a fool's paradise."
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Liberal Party has objected to a reported proposal to rebrand and restructure the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party as the "Ukombozi Alliance," saying constituent parties were not adequately consulted and that it learned of the changes through public announcements and media reports rather than formal communication from coalition leadership.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto announced that Kenya will lead the first national implementation of Masterkey, a digital platform designed to make African skills, qualifications and work experience portable across borders. The publicly governed digital wallet will allow people to securely share verified records of their qualifications and employment experience with employers across borders, with Kenya's implementation accessible through eCitizen.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar accused retired President Uhuru Kenyatta of refusing to accept the 2022 election outcome, insisting that President William Ruto won decisively. Omar warned Uhuru would face political defeat in 2027 and claimed Ruto's political rise was instrumental to Uhuru's victories in 2013 and 2017.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has challenged allegations that he is a political "sponsor" of opposition activities, saying Kenyans should choose leaders based on vision and respect rather than money or intimidation. He said political leaders should convince voters through their plans instead of attacking rivals.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto called for foundational change in global finance and international governance at the Kenya-European Union Partnership for Multilateralism Summit during the UN General Assembly, stating that Africa has sufficient domestic savings that are not being effectively utilised for development and criticising the selective application of international law.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ukombozi People's Party, associated with Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, has requested the Registrar of Political Parties revoke Kalonzo Musyoka's Ukombozi Alliance name, claiming it reserved the name in March last year. The dispute reflects divisions within the opposition ahead of the 2027 presidential race.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has taken over leadership of the Jubilee Party after retired President Uhuru Kenyatta stepped down following a High Court ruling that bars retired presidents from holding office in a political party for more than six months after leaving State House.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
CIArb Kenya, established in 1984 as Africa's first branch of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, has spent decades fostering professionalism and ethical standards in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) as an alternative to costly litigation and adversarial courtroom proceedings.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's economic growth lags its East African peers, with explanations including Kenya's lower-middle-income status, a development stage often associated with slower growth during the transition from low-income to higher-income countries. Kenyan banks are positioning themselves as engines of regional economic growth.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's economic growth is trailing its East African peers, partly because Kenya is a lower-middle-income country experiencing slower growth during its transition from low-income to higher-income status. Kenyan banks are playing a key role in supporting economic expansion across the region.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Anti-Counterfeit Authority reports that Kenya loses more than Sh153 billion annually to counterfeit trade in health, agriculture, electronics, and automotive sectors. The article notes that illicit trade is becoming normalised in everyday economic life, as consumers knowingly or unknowingly purchase counterfeit goods.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's financial sector is targeting a share of the $6 trillion global Islamic finance market, with policymakers and industry leaders calling for legal framework reforms to attract capital inflows and deepen Shariah-compliant products locally.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
A food spices manufacturer has sued its rival over an alleged breach of copyright.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The International Air Transport Association warns that rising taxes, passenger charges and regulatory levies are undermining profitability and expansion of African airlines, with governments treating aviation as a revenue source rather than a strategic economic sector. IATA cited ageing airport infrastructure, competition from international carriers, higher fuel costs and charges for border security systems as additional pressures on carriers.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Agilitee and Store2Door are launching a partnership to deploy 200 electric scooters with 100 per cent financing, allowing unemployed people to enter last-mile delivery without upfront costs and repay through earnings. The initiative also enables existing entrepreneurs to open online stores on the platform while hiring drivers.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
SportPesa Aviator's weekly multiplier reached 26,419.92x, highlighting the game's fast-paced format where players decide when to cash out before the flight ends. The platform offers accessible gameplay with simple mechanics and quick decision-making.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
An inaugural East Africa CEO & Investment Forum held in Nairobi presented 95 pre-screened investment opportunities worth nearly US$3.95 billion across sectors including agribusiness, manufacturing, and energy. The forum emphasized that beyond capital, the region needs predictable regulations, efficient borders, harmonized standards, and reliable infrastructure to translate investment potential into actual deals.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Senate Committee on Trade, Industrialisation and Tourism has raised concerns over the implementation of the Sh500 million County Aggregated Industrial Park in Kilifi County, with senators questioning how the project could proceed without a prior feasibility assessment and cautioning against a uniform design model across counties.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has warned Kenyan investors against relying on unverified information about the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals IPO, which is regulated in Nigeria and has not been submitted to the CMA for approval. The regulator urged investors to independently verify offering documents, avoid payments or sharing personal information based on unverified communications, and conduct transactions only through licensed capital markets intermediaries.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya Shipyards Ltd is building modern boats and ships to address safety concerns on Lake Victoria, where 420 boat accidents were recorded on the Kenyan side between 2015 and 2025, resulting in over 250 deaths. The major causes include overloading, strong winds, lack of life jackets, poorly maintained wooden boats, and untrained operators.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Revenue Authority uncovered customs fraud at Eldoret International Airport where 55,607 smartphones were found in a consignment that declared only 3,000 phones, exposing a potential Sh50.4 million revenue loss. The shipment also contained 309 undeclared premium smartphones.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's electric mobility sector has grown sharply, with registered EVs rising to 24,754 in 2025 from 796 in 2022, and electricity consumption for charging jumping 188% in 2025. Regulators have rewritten tariff rules in response to the sector's expanding impact on the national grid.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Researchers, universities, TVET institutions, government agencies, standards bodies and private sector players say promising projects often stall at critical stages such as validation, certification, financing and market entry. The Principal Secretary for Science, Research and Innovation said Kenya has the talent and ideas needed to drive innovation, but must improve how research is converted into commercial products and enterprises.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government has appealed a High Court decision that declared null and void the sale of 15 per cent of its shareholding in Safaricom PLC, with the Attorney General and National Treasury Cabinet Secretary seeking to quash the judgment and obtain a stay pending appeal.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Stima Sacco has reduced charges on PesaLink transactions for its more than 250,000 members. Transfers of Ksh. 1,000 and below are now free, while larger transfers attract a flat charge of Ksh. 20.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US State Secretary Marco Rubio and President William Ruto discussed cooperation in critical minerals during talks at the UN General Assembly in New York, with the US saying the sector could position Kenya as a key player while creating opportunities for US firms to provide value addition.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Construction of the Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Refinery in Lamu is set to begin next Wednesday, with President William Ruto leading the groundbreaking ceremony. The refinery, backed by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote and designed to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil daily, is expected to create more than 50,000 jobs and position Kenya as a competitive energy logistics hub.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Climate advocates called on Kenya and other East African countries to accelerate investment in renewable energy and avoid long-term dependence on new fossil-fuel infrastructure, during a Climate Walk in Nairobi organised by Climate Action Network Africa and partner organisations.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says final preparations are underway for the groundbreaking ceremony of the proposed Lamu Oil Refinery, to be led by President William Ruto with several East African heads of state expected to attend. The refinery is projected to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day, create more than 50,000 jobs, and become East Africa's largest refinery once completed in about three years.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has praised the planned East Africa Refinery in Lamu, saying it will strengthen regional energy security and support industrialisation. Kenya will host the groundbreaking ceremony on September 30, with the refinery being developed in partnership with Dangote Industries and the Africa Finance Corporation.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Ministry of Agriculture announced the importation of 25 million bags of maize to protect consumers from poor harvests. Maize farmers are concerned that the importation will depress prices for their remaining crops following drought losses.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya faces a milk shortage as formal deliveries to processors fell 3.7 per cent between June and July, attributed to prolonged dry conditions reducing pasture and feed availability. The crisis reflects deeper vulnerability: dairy production depends heavily on rain-fed agriculture, and when rains fail, cattle suffer inadequate water, nutrition, and heat stress, reducing productivity.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Ministry of Agriculture's announcement to import 25 million bags of maize to cushion consumers against poor harvests is concerning maize farmers like Maurice Kimutai in Uasin Gishu County, who had been planning to sell their surviving crops after a devastating drought.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Agricultural Society of Kenya is encouraging farmers to prepare for the upcoming planting season following months of drought, recommending they use certified seeds, secure fertiliser early, and adopt better farming practices. Fertiliser prices have fallen from Sh2,500 to Sh2,000, and the organization urges farmers to use the 2026 Nairobi International Trade Fair to access information on certified seeds, livestock production, and emerging technologies.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Senate Lands and Environment Committee has faulted the Kilifi County Government for failing to rein in mining and sand harvesting companies that are not adhering to National Environment Management Authority guidelines on safe mining practices. The Committee Chairperson raised concerns that sand and mining operations are destroying the ecological system, while the Kilifi County Geologist struggled to explain why no comprehensive report on all such companies had been filed.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Experts warn that above-average rainfall expected from October to December, with conditions continuing into February 2027, could increase flooding, humidity, and stagnant water—creating conditions that favour pests and crop diseases. Farmers have been urged to activate surveillance systems and watch for migratory pests such as desert locusts and African armyworm, as well as fall armyworm, stem borers, and diamondback moths.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Inadequate rainfall in Kenya has reduced pasture and fodder availability in dairy-producing areas, cutting milk production. Formal milk deliveries to processors fell from 84.4 million litres in June to 81.3 million litres in July, and the shortage has prompted retailers to ration fresh milk as processors struggle to secure raw milk.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Veterinary Association has called for increased government investment in veterinary services, citing inadequate funding and workforce challenges as threats to livestock productivity and disease control. The association also flagged devolution-related delivery challenges, salary disparities, and constraints from poor feed access and climate pressures.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Government of Kenya called for intensified regional cooperation to unlock Eastern Africa's horticultural trade potential during the launch of the Horticulture Council of Eastern Africa (HoCEA) in Nairobi. Kenya exports roughly 467,000 metric tonnes of horticultural produce annually, valued at about US$1.143 billion.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has called for a review of taxes on horticultural products, terming them unfair and punitive, citing high production costs driven by rising global fuel prices. Flower farmers have warned that high production costs, delayed government VAT refunds, and doubled freight and fuel prices are eroding investor confidence.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's government called for intensified regional cooperation to unlock Eastern Africa's horticultural trade potential during the launch of the Horticulture Council of Eastern Africa in Nairobi, emphasizing that trade and logistics barriers require coordinated public-private action across the region.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kibera High Court denied bail to eight minors charged with murdering 16 students in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. Justice Diana Kavedza ruled that releasing them would pose a risk of witness interference and harm to the children themselves.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya National Examinations Council is preparing to overhaul learning assessment with a new model that will track every learner from Grade Three to Grade Nine and identify why some children fall behind, shifting focus from national averages and examination scores to individual learners, schools, and conditions influencing their performance.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kibera High Court has denied bail to eight minors charged with murdering 16 students in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. Justice Diana Kavedza found that releasing them would pose a real risk of witness interference and harm to the children themselves.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya National Examinations Council is overhauling its learning assessment model to track every learner from Grade Three to Grade Nine and understand why some children fall behind, shifting focus from national averages and exam scores to individual learners, schools, and performance influences.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Anti-TB groups are pushing Kenya's National Assembly to increase domestic funding for tuberculosis elimination and include TB services in the Social Health Authority package. The groups cite a Sh5 billion funding shortfall and note that TB kills at least 44 Kenyans daily.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
A fire destroyed a dormitory block at Hill School Girls Eldoret on Tuesday morning; all students were accounted for and safe, with no casualties reported. County officials and security personnel, supported by the Kenya Red Cross Society and officers from neighbouring counties, contained the blaze, and investigations into the cause have been launched.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Machakos County Government and the Kenya Red Cross Society have announced preparations to respond to emergencies during El Niño rains expected to begin in October. The county has earmarked funds, equipment, and personnel across healthcare, public works, and disaster management, with engineering teams clearing drainage networks to reduce flash flooding in urban areas.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
A four-storey building in Mamboleo, Kisumu County, partially collapsed on Monday morning, trapping tenants and injuring eight people—two critically. The collapse has raised questions over enforcement of safety warnings by authorities.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Protective Guards Association of Kenya claims security guards have been sidelined from consultative meetings on sector reforms ordered by President William Ruto, following his August 2026 directive for the Interior Ministry to address grievances and produce a report within 60 days.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Lawrence Mugambi dismissed a Consumer Federation of Kenya case against Stanbic Bank Kenya and Homeboyz Entertainment over the 2023 Stanbic Yetu Festival at Uhuru Gardens, ruling that Cofek failed to call witnesses to support complaints that the VIP and VVIP experiences were chaotic and lacked proper physical controls.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Religious and political leaders in Kakamega County have renewed calls for a ban on disco matanga and night dances following a fatal stabbing of a young man at a funeral vigil in Ubulechia on Saturday night. They are urging security agencies to enforce an earlier directive by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen prohibiting these practices, citing rising insecurity and negative effects on young people.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan publishers are raising concerns over authors using artificial intelligence to generate textbook and educational content, citing risks to authenticity and quality. Publishers say they are strengthening editorial checks and training editors to identify machine-generated material.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
A 37-year-old woman was arrested for allegedly posing as a Social Health Authority registration worker to obtain personal details from the public, which accomplices used to conduct SIM-swap fraud targeting elderly people and stealing from mobile money accounts. The suspects operated across multiple counties including Mwea, Machakos, Kitui, and Mwingi.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Thousands of students entering universities, colleges, and TVET institutions this month face uncertainty over tuition and living costs despite President Ruto's July 21 commitment to full government funding. The Elimu Bora Working Group says the announcement created expectations but students have reported to institutions without clear information on implementation, exposing gaps between policy announcements and implementation mechanisms.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's NASCOP head Andrew Mulwa highlighted the country's progress in preventing mother-to-child HIV transmission and early infant diagnosis at a UNGA panel, noting that mother-to-child transmission stands at 7.3 per cent against a global elimination target below five per cent. Kenya is integrating HIV services into primary healthcare and maternal health programmes to sustain progress toward ending mother-to-child transmission by 2030.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has awarded IT expert Ndiangui Kinyagia Sh5 million after ruling that a police raid on his home, which preceded his disappearance during the June 2025 Gen Z protests, was unconstitutional. Justice Patricia Nyaundi found that police violated Kinyagia's rights to privacy, property, dignity, freedom and security of the person by entering and searching his home and seizing his property without meeting legal requirements for a warrantless search, and barred the Director of Public Prosecutions from prosecuting him on the basis of investigations arising from the unlawful operation.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Murang'a County Governor Irungu Kangata announced a strategy to increase water coverage by 60 per cent, with the goal to be achieved by the end of 2027. The county is working with water companies on projects including the Mugira Dam, which has already connected more than 450 households in Makuyu and Kambiti wards.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
African Union member states accounted for nearly 178,600 maternal deaths and an estimated 1.18 million newborn deaths in 2023, representing 69 per cent and 51 per cent of global totals respectively. At UNGA 81, Africa is advancing a "Three Zeros" agenda—zero home deliveries, zero preventable maternal and newborn deaths, and zero unvaccinated children—to accelerate progress toward 2030 targets.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
More than 600 small-scale women traders in Karachuonyo Constituency attended a training where a Kenyatta University lecturer urged men to share household financial responsibilities, as many women traders reported that husbands abandon financial duties when wives start businesses, leading to business collapse.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Three children died in a house fire in Mahoma village, Siaya county, after a gas cylinder exploded while their parents were away. Neighbours were unable to rescue or extinguish the blaze, which destroyed the house entirely, and investigations have been launched.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nashon Ochieng Agutu and Jackson Okech Odhiambo were convicted of robbery with violence in Moyale Sub-County and sentenced to death by the Moyale Law Courts. The incident occurred on April 23, 2025, in the Dabel area, where the two men and others, armed with guns, robbed victims of cash, mobile phones and personal belongings and assaulted them.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court has dismissed a petition by the Consumer Federation of Kenya over the 2023 Stanbic Yetu Festival, ruling that COFEK failed to produce sufficient evidence to prove that concertgoers' rights had been violated, despite allegations of poor sound and visual quality, chaotic seating, and other shortcomings.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Red Cross Society and Kirinyaga residents have raised concerns over the county's preparedness for expected heavy rains, warning that vulnerable areas including Thiguku village, Kariti village, and areas near River Thiba remain at risk of flooding, landslides, and displacement.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
178 junior schools in Nyeri County have received smart boards and equipment under a digital literacy programme launched by the State Department for ASALs and Regional Development. The initiative aims to equip learners with digital skills and align with President Ruto's vision of building a digitally empowered generation.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
A dormitory housing 340 Form 3 and 4 students was destroyed in a fire at Hill School, Eldoret that broke out at 5am, with no injuries reported. The fire was contained by Kenya Red Cross Society working with county and emergency officials, amid rising cases of school fires across Kenya.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Being listed as someone's next of kin does not automatically mean you will inherit their money or property when they die. A beneficiary is a person specifically designated to receive a benefit from an asset, policy, account, will or other arrangement, a distinction advocate Dianah Mureithi explains in a discussion of estate planning.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is rolling out a nationwide programme to train more than 4,000 PSV drivers, SACCO managers, supervisors and operators free of charge, aimed at professionalising Kenya's public transport sector and reducing road traffic crashes. The initiative, implemented in four phases, began with the first cohorts undergoing a four-day training programme on 21 September in Taita Taveta County, Mombasa and Garissa.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government has launched a national mediation hub at the University of Nairobi to help prevent unrest, resolve disputes and strengthen security in schools, colleges and universities. The platform will connect more than 30,000 campus- and school-based mediation hubs with national government administration officers and their agencies, enabling learning institutions to address grievances, student unrest and mental health challenges through dialogue and alternative dispute resolution.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Detectives arrested 37-year-old Phyllis Njagi, suspected of posing as a government official conducting Social Health Authority registration to obtain personal information from victims, which accomplices then used to swap SIM cards and steal mobile money. An alleged accomplice, John Mango, escaped and remains at large.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Caleb Ngwena, a Mombasa-based human rights defender, has been charged with trafficking two children aged 17 and 16 from Mombasa County to Kiambu County for sexual exploitation, along with counts of defilement and committing indecent acts with children. He pleaded not guilty to all charges.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Kenyans to comply with safety instructions during the forecasted El Niño rains expected between October and December, emphasising that evacuation orders and warnings from security and disaster management agencies must be observed to prevent loss of life and property destruction.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Residents, workers, and traders in Nairobi's Central Business District are reporting poor hygiene conditions on weekends and Monday mornings, with garbage accumulating on streets and pavements. Large heaps of waste have been reported at various locations including the intersection of Mfangano Street and Hakati Road, with residents calling for more sweepers to clean the area.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi County Government has intensified flood preparedness ahead of anticipated heavy rains by deploying additional earth-moving equipment to flood-prone areas, including the KIRDI/Bellevue–Mombasa Road corridor, to clear, widen and deepen drainage channels. Governor Sakaja Johnson oversaw the deployment of machinery as part of El Niño preparedness measures, coordinating with national and humanitarian agencies.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse ordered the closure of two rehabilitation centres in Murang'a County—Listening Heart Wellness Centre and SMECC Rehab—following a multi-agency inspection that uncovered serious regulatory, health and human rights violations, including unlicensed operation, construction while clients present, and poor hygiene.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Poverty, culture, and cross-border movement between Kenya and Tanzania expose girls in Migori to female genital mutilation, early marriage, and sexual and gender-based violence. According to the 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey, FGM prevalence among the Kuria is estimated at about 84 per cent, compared with 14.8 per cent nationally among women aged 15–49.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), in collaboration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council and the Department of Public Health, issued closure notices to two rehabilitation facilities in Murang'a County following inspections that uncovered serious regulatory and human rights violations including unlicensed operation, poor hygiene, overcrowding, and underage admissions.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Chinese street dancer Wu Yufei and a crew of humanoid robots from Unitree Robotics have reached the Season 21 finals of America's Got Talent. Wu, who has performed solo for 13 years, said dancing with the robots gives him "a very magical feeling" and that they now feel like teammates rather than "cold, lifeless machines."
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will host the Africa Boxing Championships from October 15–28 at Kasarani Stadium under the auspices of World Boxing, with over 15 countries already confirmed to participate.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Brian Tanga, 30, a scrum-half for Kabras Sugar and Kenya's Shujaa sevens team, is retiring from sevens rugby after the 2026 National Sevens Circuit ended, citing serious injuries and confidence in emerging younger players Jackson Siketi, Mike Lukusi, and Rayvon Ambale to take his place.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Elizabeth Akinyi won the August Mug at Nyanza Golf Club, beating a field of 62 golfers with a strong performance on the Lake Victoria course. She credited her flightmates for pushing her throughout the round and expressed her goal to win a second Mug this year, matching her tally from last season.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Over 120 boys and girls participated in the 5th Leg of the NCBA US Kids Golf Fall Local Tour at Migaa Championship course in Kiambu County, competing in age-based divisions for priority status points and qualification to international events including the World Championship.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Fariba Hashimi, an Italy-based Afghan cyclist, won a silver medal in the women's road race near Nagoya during the Asian Games on Tuesday. Hashimi disguised herself as a man to pursue cycling as a teenager in Afghanistan before the Taliban curtailed women's freedoms, and she hopes her achievement inspires the next generation of Afghan women.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Under-15 boys have been drawn into Group Z alongside Malta, Niger, North Macedonia and Panama for the inaugural FIFA U-15 Boys World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan, scheduled for October 22–31, 2026 in Baku. The tournament offers young players from FIFA Member Associations a new international pathway, with Kenya's first matches set for October 24.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko has withdrawn from Slovenia's Nations League squad due to a shin injury sustained in last week's League Cup defeat to Brighton. He missed United's 1-1 draw at Fulham and will undergo tests before defining his recovery plan.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The FIA's Formula One Commission announced rules changes for next season, cutting Grand Prix races from 305 kilometers to 290 kilometers—a reduction of two or three laps per race—as a consequence of earlier fuel flow reductions in engines. The body also cancelled plans for gearbox homologation to preserve supplier development freedom and modified rain interruption rules.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed consulting the 211 member associations on how to strengthen FIFA's decision-making processes, in a letter following backlash to his plan to bring private investment into the World Cups.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nicolas Batum, a 37-year-old French basketball player who won two Olympic silver medals with France and made over 1,200 NBA appearances including with the Los Angeles Clippers, announced his retirement in a video posted to Instagram on September 21, 2026.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
France and Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe expressed confidence on Tuesday that he will win the Ballon d'Or, citing his status as top scorer at the World Cup and in the Champions League and La Liga, though his teams did not win those competitions.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Zinedine Zidane, who succeeded Didier Deschamps as coach of Les Bleus, will lead France for the first time in a UEFA Nations League tie in Turkey. The 54-year-old, widely recognised as one of France's greatest players, described the job as "a dream."
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon is set for October 25 with a record 30,700 registered runners and over 200 elite athletes from 102 nationalities. Sponsorship has reached Ksh273 million, with Standard Chartered contributing Ksh130 million and 56 partners contributing Ksh143 million.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom Chapa Dimba has crowned county champions in both boys' and girls' categories across eight counties in the Eastern Region following county finals. The champions will advance to the Eastern Region finals to compete for regional honours.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom Chapa Dimba has crowned county champions across the Eastern Region following county finals held in Isiolo, Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Machakos, Kitui, Makueni, and Marsabit in boys' and girls' categories. The county champions will advance to the Eastern Region finals to compete for regional honours.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Premier League champions Arsenal have agreed an improved contract with manager Mikel Arteta, whose previous deal was due to expire at the end of the season. The 44-year-old Spaniard has guided Arsenal to their first league title in 22 years last season.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bandari FC head coach Charles Okere said a 2-0 pre-season friendly victory against Kenya Police provided an opportunity to evaluate his squad ahead of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season, which was postponed. Alex Kipruto and Lawrence Okoth scored in the match at Police Sacco Stadium.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed an independent external review of FIFA's governance framework and consultations with confederations and member associations to strengthen decision-making, following criticism over a withdrawn private investment plan.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
La Liga president Javier Tebas hit out at accusations of a refereeing "conspiracy" by Real Madrid following their 2-1 derby loss to Atletico Madrid, after coach Jose Mourinho presented screenshots of what he thought were red-card tackles by Atletico players.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers for the 2027 finals, to be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, began Thursday with 48 countries in 12 groups competing over six rounds through March 2027. The winner of the last edition, held in Morocco in January, remains undecided, though Senegal defeated the hosts in the final.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Equity Dumas coach Joseph Lubarov told his players to keep their heads high and draw valuable lessons after the team bowed out of the National Men's Basketball Premier League playoffs following a 3-0 series sweep by Kenya Ports Authority.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Africa secured an unbeaten run through the 2026 Africa Netball Cup, beating Malawi 50-40 to book their place in the men's final. Kenya Net Kings face a do-or-die match against Eswatini on Wednesday.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The article examines women's marathon participation as a measure of social change, noting that while Kenya celebrates female distance-running excellence, mass participation—not just winning—reveals how sport shapes society. Globally, women accounted for 31.92 per cent of marathon participants in 2018 and grew faster than men, while across all running distances women slightly outnumbered men for the first time at 50.24 per cent.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Civil unrest and poaching have reduced the northern white rhino to two ageing females, Najin and her daughter Fatu, living under round-the-clock protection at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia County. Once found across Central Africa, the subspecies is now considered extinct in the wild, after breeding attempts at zoos in the Czech Republic and US failed and the animals were relocated to Kenya in 2009.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya has launched a six-month live wildlife streaming programme called "Experience Wonder Live From Kenya," a joint project by the Kenya Wildlife Service and Kenya Tourism Board running from September 7, 2026, that offers audiences worldwide direct access to national parks and conservation activities including rhino protection efforts at Nairobi National Park.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Central Bank of Congo has formally joined the African Payments and Settlement System (PAPS), bringing the total connected countries to 31 with 16 payment switches and over 200 commercial banks or financial institutions. The move was announced at the 48th Annual Meeting of the Association of African Central Banks in Nairobi, where PAPS is targeted to reach 39 countries by the end of 2026.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
A year after a military coup toppled President Andry Rajoelina in October 2025, Madagascar's Col. Michael Randrianirina leads the transitional government with a promise of elections within two years. Young activists say chronic water and electricity cuts — the original demands that sparked the Gen Z-led protests — remain unresolved.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian departed for New York to attend the UN General Assembly, vowing to "firmly defend" his country's positions and convey Iran's grievances to the international community. He will be the highest-ranking Iranian official to visit American soil since the Middle East war began in late February, though the Iranian delegation faces movement restrictions and some officials were denied visas.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
India's High Commission in Kuala Lumpur has warned Indian nationals against using Malaysia's 30-day visa-free entry to seek employment, saying the facility is for tourism and social visits only. The commission cautioned that unscrupulous agents are misleading travellers with false job promises, leaving them at risk of overstaying, illegal status, and exploitation.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
At the United Nations, US President Donald Trump called for all nations that are members of the International Criminal Court to quit the body, which he described as "out of control." US Secretary of State Marco Rubio vowed to dismantle the ICC "brick by brick," citing the court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as an intolerable threat to US sovereignty.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The United States has refused to grant Sudan's de facto leader, army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, a visa to address the UN General Assembly in New York on Wednesday, according to diplomatic sources. One source said the US conditioned the visa on Burhan accepting a three-month truce, which the government claims would allow the Rapid Support Forces to regroup.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
The United States, Greenland, and Denmark signed a security agreement on Tuesday giving the US control over security in Greenland's Arctic territory and allowing it to build two military bases in the south and east. The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, with officials from Denmark and Greenland expressing satisfaction at having reached a deal.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
President Trump said US-UK relations are better under new Prime Minister Andy Burnham than under his predecessor Keir Starmer, but criticized a deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. Trump stated he believes Burnham will reconsider the agreement, citing the strategic importance of the islands which host the Diego Garcia US-UK military base.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky called the EU's decision to remove Russian oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its sanctions list "shameful and unjustifiable," saying it was a "concession" to the Kremlin and counterproductive during ongoing Russian attacks. Ukraine's Foreign Minister urged EU countries to impose their own national sanctions on the two individuals.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Charles Spencer's memoir "Swan Song: Diana, My Sister" about his late sister Princess Diana, containing explosive revelations, was published Tuesday after extracts prompted a sharp rebuttal from King Charles III. Spencer said he wrote the book to speak on Diana's behalf and correct untruths about her life nearly three decades after her death in a 1997 car crash.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Trump told the UN that the United States will not join global AI regulation and urged countries to abandon the International Criminal Court, while also stating he faces a "big decision" on whether to negotiate or "annihilate the Islamic Republic" of Iran. Other world leaders at the assembly warned about Palestinian futures amid Israeli West Bank settlement expansion and raised concerns about global unrest and US actions.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Former inmates of Venezuela's Rodeo I maximum security prison, reserved exclusively for government opponents, are speaking out about punishments and harsh treatment administered by hooded jailers at the facility on Caracas's outskirts, despite fears of reprisal.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran's civil aviation authorities cancelled flights to Baghdad and Muscat airports effective midnight Tuesday, hours before expanded US sanctions took effect. Iran is negotiating to reroute Baghdad flights to Najaf and discussions with Oman were ongoing.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
EU countries removed asset freezes and visa bans on Russian billionaires Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from a renewed sanctions list, a move Ukraine condemned as shameful and a concession to the Kremlin that signals impunity and division among Europeans.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held talks in New York on expanding Kenya-U.S. cooperation in trade, technology, critical minerals, energy and regional security. The two countries plan to broaden cooperation in artificial intelligence and its application in health, education and financial services, and discussed responsible governance of AI technologies and opportunities in critical minerals and nuclear energy.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President Trump told the UN he was deciding whether to "annihilate" Iran but later revealed that US and Iranian officials had held "very good" talks for the first time in months, with another meeting scheduled soon.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
French President Emmanuel Macron urged countries to recommit to international law and the UN system, warning against a resurgent "law of the jungle." In his final UN speech as president, Macron also called for a moratorium on strikes against civilian and energy targets in the Ukraine-Russia war and raised concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to the United States from September 23 to 25 at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. During the visit, Xi and Trump will exchange views on major issues concerning China-U.S. relations and world peace and development.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
A Rwandan man living in north London has been charged with conduct ancillary to genocide and murder as a crime against humanity, the first such prosecution in the UK. Dr Vincent Brown is alleged to have directed and incited acts of murder and genocide carried out by others during the 1994 Rwanda genocide.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, younger brother of Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has died at 76. He was a prominent member of the Al Maktoum family who served in military, security, business and sporting roles, including as Deputy Chairman of Dubai Police and Public Security, and chairman of UAE Pro League club Al Wasl FC.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the UN General Assembly, discussing trade, technology, artificial intelligence, critical minerals, and nuclear energy as areas of potential cooperation between Kenya and the United States.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
A Moroccan boy hid under a Real Valladolid team bus to travel from Spain's Ceuta enclave to mainland Spain after the team's second-division match. The child was discovered hidden by the coach's wheel axle at a service station as the team returned home after drawing 1-1 against Ceuta.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 15-year-old boy was arrested after at least 11 people were injured in a shooting outside a high school in Turkey's Manisa province; two victims were left in critical condition. The suspect's mother, father, and grandfather were also detained, and the incident marks the third school shooting in Turkey this year.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
At the Unstoppable Africa forum in New York on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly, Kenyan legal and policy expert Silas Jakakimba highlighted Africa's youthful population, natural resources, and expanding markets as assets for economic transformation, emphasising the need to connect these with investment, technology, and entrepreneurship.
22 September 2026 · Capital News →
An investigative NGO report found that dozens of Nigerian political elites siphoned hundreds of millions of dollars from government over three decades and laundered it through purchasing 284 properties in the United States collectively worth around $271 million, linked to 61 current and former high-level Nigerian officials.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
September is suicide prevention month. According to the World Health Organisation, one person dies by suicide every 40 seconds; in Kenya, about four people die by suicide daily. High suicide rates reflect poor mental health, and while a January 2025 High Court ruling decriminalised attempted suicide, the government has been slow to implement systems to prevent suicide.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
In 2023, President Ruto issued an ultimatum to Jaswant Singh Rai, accusing him of obstructing government reforms in Kenya's sugar industry through court cases, telling him to either accept reforms, face jail, or leave the country. Jaswant and his brother Sarbjit, both billionaires with vast agricultural and manufacturing interests, have been locked in a dispute over control of Mumias Sugar Company.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that the National Treasury has converted Article 223 of the Constitution—originally intended as a narrow escape valve for urgent crises—into a regular off-budget financing pipeline for highly predictable spending, which Parliament then regularises retroactively after commitments are complete.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Somalia's reconciliation-first governance framework, established at Mbagathi in 2002–2004, has failed to evolve and is now dangerous, with the current administration extending presidential and parliamentary terms without federal member-state agreement, deepening political divisions.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that trees underpin Kenya's economy and daily life—from dairy feed and tea to tourism and power generation—yet are treated carelessly; the author notes that countries report trees planted but not those remaining alive, and warns of forest loss through licensed land grabs.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that while governments and financial institutions have expanded credit access for women-owned businesses, this alone is insufficient for growth; lenders must diagnose underlying business constraints—such as lack of customers, equipment, or distribution support—rather than assuming all problems stem from finance shortage.
22 September 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto launched the Kenya Diaspora Impact Platform in New York this week to redirect diaspora remittances from monthly transfers into investment channels like MSME financing and development projects. The initiative comes as remittances—Kenya's largest source of foreign exchange at $5.04 billion in 2025—declined for the first time in about 17 years in the first seven months of 2026.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →