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Politics

MPs attack Standard and KTN over voter registration exposé

The News

Government-allied MPs criticized The Standard and KTN News following their exposé on alleged irregular registration of Ugandan nationals as Kenyan voters at the Suam border in Trans Nzoia County, with some lawmakers calling for tougher action against the media including possible restrictions on media freedom. DCI senior officers have disputed the agency's official account of events surrounding the alleged interception of election-related materials at the border.

30 September 2026 · The Standard →

Politics

  1. MPs attack Standard and KTN over voter registration exposé

    Government-allied MPs criticized The Standard and KTN News following their exposé on alleged irregular registration of Ugandan nationals as Kenyan voters at the Suam border in Trans Nzoia County, with some lawmakers calling for tougher action against the media including possible restrictions on media freedom. DCI senior officers have disputed the agency's official account of events surrounding the alleged interception of election-related materials at the border.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. ODM leader backs Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery project

    ODM leader Oburu Oginga endorsed the proposed Sh2.2 trillion Dangote oil refinery in Lamu, saying the 700,000-barrel-per-day facility could drive industrialisation, create jobs, and generate up to 1,000 megawatts of electricity for Kenya's Coast region.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Tribunal overturns rejection of Linda Mwananchi Movement name

    Kenya's Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has overturned the Registrar of Political Parties' rejection of the Linda Mwananchi Movement name, directing the Registrar to reconsider the application within seven days. The Tribunal found that a competing entity's reservation had lapsed after the statutory 90-day period expired.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Raila Odinga mausoleum over 95% complete, unveiling planned

    The mausoleum of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is now more than 95 per cent complete ahead of its planned unveiling next week, according to Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru. The Ministry of Defence took over construction in July 2026 following a directive by President William Ruto and has overseen rapid acceleration of works over the past two months.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Kalonzo welcomes Dangote refinery, demands transparency and due process

    Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has welcomed the Sh2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery investment in Lamu but insisted that support for foreign capital must go hand in hand with transparency, due process and public accountability. He stressed that Kenya should remain open to foreign direct investment while ensuring major projects deliver value to citizens.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  6. Wavinya denies Kalonzo warming to Ruto ahead of 2026 election

    Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and deputy Francis Mwangangi rejected reports that Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka is warming up to President Ruto's government, asserting instead that Kalonzo is firmly in the opposition and the frontrunner for the opposition presidential ticket in next year's General Election. Wavinya accused UDA-allied politicians in Ukambani of spreading falsehoods to disrupt Kalonzo's political base.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  7. Speaker Wetang'ula calls for Africa climate finance and accountability

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula called for Africa to strengthen climate response by holding environmental polluters accountable and developing home-grown financing mechanisms, including a dedicated Climate Change Fund and taxation of mineral extraction to fund climate action.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  8. Editorial: Political discourse deteriorating through personal insults and vulgar attacks

    The Standard editorial argues that Kenyan politics has descended into increasingly vulgar and disrespectful conduct, citing incidents including defamatory undergarments distributed in Kirinyaga County and vulgar language used by a Vihiga Woman Representative. The editorial contends that such behaviour has been modelled from top leadership, including the President's derogatory remarks about predecessors and opponents.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  9. TSC restarts search for substantive CEO after court battles

    The Teachers Service Commission has re-advertised the position of Secretary and Chief Executive Officer, more than a year after former boss Dr Nancy Macharia's exit. The fresh recruitment notice, dated September 29, 2026, invites applications by October 30, 2026, following legal action that halted the previous recruitment process.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  10. MPs attack Standard over Ugandan voter registration exposé

    Government-allied MPs have criticized The Standard and KTN News for reporting on alleged irregular registration of Ugandan nationals as Kenyan voters at the Suam border in Trans Nzoia County, with some lawmakers calling for restrictions on media freedom and possible closure of the Standard Group. Senior DCI officers are also disputing the agency's official account of the alleged interception of election-related materials at the border.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  11. Judiciary and Interior Ministry dispute land ownership in Naivasha

    A dispute over a prime piece of land in Naivasha has strained relations between the Judiciary and the Ministry of Interior, after the Naivasha Deputy County Commissioner's office attempted to annex land adjacent to the Naivasha law courts. The Judiciary has taken legal action through the Law Society of Kenya and obtained Environment Court orders to halt fencing activities, and plans to pursue contempt of court charges against the DCC.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  12. EACC recovers Sh25m road reserve near University of Nairobi Mombasa

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has recovered a Sh25 million road reserve that was allegedly illegally grabbed and converted into private property near the University of Nairobi's Mombasa Campus. The Environment and Land Court declared the lease and survey plan used to create the parcel null and void, finding it had been unlawfully excised from Machakos Road and allocated in 1994 without proper legal procedure.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  13. Lawmakers challenge KEBS use of "covert operations" in inspections

    Kenya's National Assembly Departmental Committee on Delegated Legislation has questioned the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) over proposed regulations that would allow "covert operations" during market surveillance, arguing the term creates legal and accountability concerns. Lawmakers urged KEBS to replace "covert operations" with "impromptu inspections," emphasizing that public entities should operate with transparency.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  14. Ruto allies form alternative parties amid UDA's Mt Kenya unpopularity

    President William Ruto's allies are acquiring leadership of alternative political parties in Mt Kenya to consolidate support ahead of next year's elections, as the ruling UDA faces growing regional displeasure over the cost of living, unmet promises, and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  15. Garissa race reshapes as Shurie withdraws, backs Korane

    Mohamed Moulid Shurie, a former WARMA Chief Executive Officer, stepped down from the Garissa gubernatorial race and declared support for former governor Ali Korane. Shurie said he reflected and decided to prioritize community unity and interests ahead of the 2027 general election.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  16. Kindiki urges Mt Kenya leaders to unite and shun insults

    Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Mt Kenya leaders to avoid political insults and unite the community, urging politicians to focus on development rather than personal attacks and emphasizing that political differences should not create divisions or violence in the region.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  17. County Oversight Bill challenged as unconstitutional by state bodies

    State institutions including the Attorney-General's office have opposed the County Oversight and Accountability Bill, arguing it violates the Constitution by attempting to convert collective Senate oversight powers into individual Senator authority. The bill, sponsored by Narok Senator Ledama Olekina and passed by the Senate in July, seeks to enhance county financial accountability and transparency, but the Council of Governors contends the matter is already covered by existing constitutional and statutory frameworks.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  18. Cabinet Secretary names new heads for EPRA, KETRACO and GDC

    Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has appointed Edward Kinyua as EPRA Director-General, Tom Odhiambo as KETRACO managing director and chief executive, and Stephen Kipsang as GDC managing director and chief executive, effective immediately, following rigorous recruitment processes.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  19. ODM plans countrywide candle-lighting events for Raila's first memorial

    The Orange Democratic Movement has announced simultaneous candle-lighting ceremonies across the country on Friday at 6pm to mark the first anniversary of the death of former party leader and Prime Minister Raila Odinga. October has been dedicated to activities remembering Raila and reflecting on his values and political legacy, with the main Nairobi event scheduled for Uhuru Park Grounds.

    21 hours ago · Capital News →

  20. ODM plans countrywide candle-lighting to mark Raila first anniversary

    The Orange Democratic Movement has announced a countrywide candle-lighting ceremony on Friday at 6pm to mark the first anniversary of former party leader and Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death, with the main Nairobi event at Uhuru Park Grounds starting at 3pm. October has been dedicated to activities remembering Raila and the values he championed.

    21 hours ago · Capital News →

  21. Babu Owino's Muungano Party renamed to Mwananchi Party

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino's political party has officially changed its name from Muungano Party to The Mwananchi Party, following approval from the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties effective September 10, 2026. Saboti MP Caleb Amisi, who leads the People's Renaissance Movement, welcomed the development as strengthening Kenya's multiparty democracy.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  22. Babu Owino's Muungano Party renamed The Mwananchi Party

    Embakasi East MP Babu Owino's political party has officially changed its name from Muungano Party to The Mwananchi Party following approval from the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties, effective September 10, 2026. The Saboti MP Caleb Amisi welcomed the change as a step towards political renewal and multiparty democracy in Kenya.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  23. Juja MP Koimburi challenges validity of amended charge sheet

    Juja MP George Koimburi Ndung'u and four co-accused have challenged the validity of an amended charge sheet accusing them of conspiring to defeat justice, arguing the charges are defective, lack sufficient particulars, and that two of the accused are inadequately identified.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  24. KMPDU challenges SRC suspension of county pay revisions

    The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union has challenged the Salaries and Remuneration Commission's suspension of revised remuneration and benefits for county government officers, arguing that fiscal responsibility measures are being applied selectively to devolved workers. The SRC suspended implementation citing concerns over counties' ability to sustain additional costs, with most counties exceeding a 35 per cent wage-bill-to-ordinary-revenue ratio.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  25. Gachagua pledges tax incentives for job-creating investors

    Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua says his government would introduce tax incentives for investors who demonstrate capacity to create jobs, aimed at attracting investment and encouraging business expansion.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  26. Tribunal orders Registrar to reserve Linda Mwananchi party name

    The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal set aside the Registrar of Political Parties' decision declining to reserve the name Linda Mwananchi Movement and ordered the Registrar to reserve the name within seven days, finding the rejection lacked legal justification.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  27. EACC forensic investigator Christine Ombaka wins global ACCA award

    EACC forensic investigator Christine Ombaka has won the 2026 Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Global Public Sector Advocacy Award for her work in public sector integrity, accountability, corruption investigations, forensic accounting and asset tracing.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  28. Nairobi identifies 227 flood hotspots, partners with residents associations

    Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja announced a partnership with the Kenya Alliance of Residents Associations to integrate flood preparedness measures at household and neighbourhood levels ahead of El Niño rains, with the collaboration aimed at disseminating early warnings, mobilizing communities, and supporting emergency response in flood-prone areas.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  29. Tribunal orders reservation of Linda Mwananchi name for Sifuna

    The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has cleared the way for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and his allies to secure the Linda Mwananchi name, overturning the Registrar of Political Parties' decision to decline its reservation. The Tribunal ruled that the Liberty National Democratic Alliance (LINDA) had failed to meet the statutory requirement to make a formal application for provisional registration within 90 days of reserving the Linda name.

    15 hours ago · Capital News →

  30. EACC investigator wins global award for anti-corruption work

    Christine Ombaka, an EACC Forensic Investigator, received the 2026 ACCA Global Public Sector Advocacy Award for her work in corruption investigations, forensic accounting, asset tracing, and strengthening investigation systems in public institutions.

    17 hours ago · Capital News →

  31. Wetang'ula urges dedicated African climate fund and domestic financing

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called for the establishment of a sustainable African financing mechanism for climate action, urging the continent to back climate commitments with domestic resources and stronger laws rather than relying on external financing.

    12 hours ago · Capital News →

Business

  1. NSE, CMA open Dangote refinery IPO to Kenyan investors via GDRs

    The Nairobi Securities Exchange and Capital Markets Authority are launching a pathway for Kenyans to participate in Dangote Petroleum Refinery's initial public offering, Africa's largest share sale, through Global Depositary Receipts that will be listed on the NSE and trade in local currency.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Nairobi coworking space first in Africa to earn WELL rating

    Workable, a Nairobi-based coworking operator, has become the first workspace in Africa to receive the WELL Coworking Rating, developed by the International WELL Building Institute in partnership with The Instant Group. The rating assesses health and wellbeing in coworking environments across air and water quality, lighting, comfort, fitness, and mental wellbeing.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Kenya regulates digital assets as Africa considers cryptocurrency adoption

    Africa's growing adoption of digital finance and emerging regulatory efforts could reshape the continent's financial trajectory. Kenya has implemented a new legal framework for virtual assets, with the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act 2025 coming into effect in November 2025, as technology entrepreneurs and investors argue that mobile technology and a young population could accelerate the shift to digital assets like Bitcoin.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. NSE, CMA enable Kenyan access to Dangote refinery IPO

    The Nairobi Securities Exchange and Capital Markets Authority are launching a pathway for Kenyans to participate in Dangote Petroleum Refinery's initial public offering through Global Depositary Receipts listed on the NSE, allowing local trading in Kenyan currency.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  5. SME funding readiness emerges as greater barrier than access

    While access to formal credit is often cited as the main challenge for small and medium enterprises in Kenya, a Central Bank of Kenya report shows that only about 20 per cent of small businesses have access to formal credit, suggesting that readiness to receive funding may be the bigger hurdle.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  6. Dangote opens East Africa refinery project in Lamu County

    President William Ruto and Aliko Dangote will attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the Dangote East Africa Petroleum refinery and petrochemicals special economic zone in Magogoni, Lamu County, a 2.2 trillion investment project.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  7. MEDS launches private healthcare supply company after 40 years

    Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) has launched MEDS Devane Company Limited (MDCL), a commercial enterprise to supply private hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and other healthcare institutions with medicines, medical consumables, diagnostics and equipment, beginning operations on November 1 with an initial focus on Kenya before expanding to East Africa.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  8. Nairobi accounts for 43.92 percent of Kenya electricity consumption

    According to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Nairobi region consumed 5,465.36 GWh during the period under review, a 10.09% increase from the previous year. The Coastal region ranks second with 2,087.62 GWh (17.74%), and the North Eastern region third with 1,411.66 GWh (11.34%).

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  9. ODM leader urges Lamu residents to support Dangote refinery project

    ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has called on Lamu County residents to reject criticism of the Dangote Group's Ksh 2.2 trillion East Africa oil refinery, characterizing opposition as driven by "agents of poverty" and describing the 700,000-barrel-per-day facility as transformative for the coastal region's economy.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  10. ODM leader urges Lamu residents to support Dangote refinery project

    ODM party leader Oburu Oginga called on Lamu County residents to reject criticism of the Dangote Group's Ksh 2.2 trillion East Africa oil refinery, describing the 700,000-barrel-per-day facility as a gateway to Kenya's economic growth and a structural revolution for the coastal region.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  11. Mbadi defends Dangote Lamu refinery amid resident compensation protests

    Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the proposed Dangote Lamu oil refinery, dismissing protests by residents over land compensation and public participation as "primitive politics," and accusing land brokers of presenting inflated compensation demands. Mbadi maintained that residents had been involved in public participation exercises before the project was approved.

    21 hours ago · Capital News →

  12. Mbadi defends Dangote Lamu refinery amid land compensation protests

    Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the proposed Dangote Lamu oil refinery, dismissing land compensation claims and protests by some residents as "primitive politics" and accusing land brokers of attempting to exploit the government through fraudulent claims, while maintaining that public participation exercises had been conducted before the project's approval.

    21 hours ago · Capital News →

  13. PS Karugu praises Dangote Lamu refinery for East Africa integration

    Kenya's EAC Principal Secretary Caroline Karugu has hailed the Dangote East Africa Refinery as a transformative investment that will strengthen the region's energy security, accelerate industrialisation, and deepen intra-regional trade among East African countries.

    22 hours ago · Capital News →

  14. Oburu hails Dangote Lamu refinery as industrial catalyst

    ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has welcomed the groundbreaking of the Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu, describing it as a major catalyst for industrialisation and economic transformation in the Coast region. The 700,000-barrel-per-day refinery, being developed by the Dangote Group, is one of the largest private industrial investments in East Africa.

    22 hours ago · Capital News →

  15. Oburu backs Sh2.2 trillion Dangote refinery in Lamu

    ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has welcomed the groundbreaking of the Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu, developed by the Dangote Group, calling it a major catalyst for industrialisation and economic transformation in the Coast region. He credited President William Ruto for providing the political goodwill that enabled the project to move forward.

    22 hours ago · Capital News →

  16. Dangote pledges 40-month timeline for Lamu refinery

    Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote has pledged to commission the proposed Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery in Lamu within 40 months. Speaking at a groundbreaking ceremony, Dangote said the USD 16 billion project would demonstrate Africa's ability to undertake large-scale industrial projects and reduce dependence on imported petroleum products.

    18 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  17. OpenAI launches cheaper AI model after scrapping Astra upgrade

    OpenAI released GPT-6.1 Sol, a mid-range AI model at one-fifth the cost of its flagship GPT-6 Astra, one day after abandoning an upgraded version that frequently ignored instructions. The company also unveiled Dots, a personal agent to compete with rival platforms.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  18. Kalonzo backs Dangote refinery project, demands transparency

    Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka welcomed the Ksh.2.1 trillion Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery in Lamu, saying the opposition would only support deals that benefit Kenyans and calling for accountability and transparency to prevent corruption and build public trust.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  19. Ruto announces Ksh.2B monthly wages from Lamu refinery construction

    President William Ruto said the construction of the Ksh.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Refinery in Lamu County is expected to inject more than Ksh.2 billion into the economy monthly through workers' wages during the four-year construction period and create approximately 60,000 direct and indirect jobs.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  20. Tim Draper says Africa can lead global digital finance innovation

    Billionaire venture capitalist Tim Draper says Africa's young population, growing digital infrastructure, and increasing mobile and digital financial services use position the continent to leapfrog traditional financial systems by expanding digital assets and blockchain technology adoption.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  21. Kalonzo welcomes Dangote refinery, credits predecessor vision

    Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka welcomed Aliko Dangote's multibillion-shilling investment in the Lamu refinery while noting that the project's foundational vision originated in an earlier administration. Kalonzo said he and former leaders Mwai Kibaki and Raila Odinga developed the LAPSSET corridor and Lamu Port as flagship projects under Vision 2030.

    13 hours ago · Capital News →

  22. Ruto presides over groundbreaking of Dangote East Africa Refinery in Lamu

    President William Ruto led the groundbreaking ceremony for the KSh2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Refinery project in Lamu, assuring residents that land concerns over the more than 7,000-acre site will be addressed lawfully. The refinery is expected to be completed within three to 40 months and create more than 60,000 direct and indirect jobs.

    10 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  23. Museveni, regional leaders back Dangote's Lamu refinery project

    Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and heads of state from Ethiopia, Togo and Benin attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Ksh.2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu County, voicing support for the project and calling on governments and investors to create a conducive environment for economic growth.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  24. Ruto, Obasanjo discuss Lafarge's exit from Kenya cement industry

    At the Lamu refinery groundbreaking ceremony, former Nigerian President Obasanjo said Lafarge's investment in Africa was not done in good faith, while President Ruto celebrated the takeover of the cement industry by Kenyans and East Africans. The French firm, which operated Bamburi Cement in Kenya since 1951, was a major African player before merging with Swiss firm Holcim in 2014.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  25. CBK licenses 29 more digital lenders, bringing total to 281

    The Central Bank of Kenya has licensed an additional 29 digital credit providers, raising the total number of regulated digital lenders to 281. As of August 2026, licensed digital credit providers had granted 9,596,509 loans valued at Ksh.165.1 billion.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Mining & Energy

  1. Dangote refinery project divides East African Community states

    Kenya's Sh2 trillion Dangote refinery groundbreaking in Lamu marks the country's biggest infrastructure project to date, but observers say the refinery and other major energy projects built separately by EAC members would make more economic and political sense if undertaken jointly rather than pulling the region in different directions.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Land disputes threaten Sh2.2 trillion East African Oil Refinery

    The Sh2.2 trillion East African Oil Refinery project in Lamu has encountered land disputes stemming from historical tenure issues, contested titling systems, absentee landlords, and squatters' claims—problems that have long frustrated other investments in the LAPSSET corridor and coastal regions.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Kenya breaks ground on Sh2.2 trillion oil refinery in Lamu

    President William Ruto presided over a groundbreaking ceremony in Lamu on Wednesday for a Sh2.2 trillion oil refinery led by the Dangote Group, which is expected to reshape Kenya's petroleum sector and make it a regional fuel-processing hub. Regional leaders including Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali, and Togo's President Jean-Lucien Savi de Tové attended the event.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Dangote pledges 40-month completion for Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery

    Nigerian businessman Aliko Dangote committed at Lamu Port's groundbreaking ceremony to complete the oil refinery within 40 months by early 2030. The facility will process 700,000 barrels of crude oil daily and generate 1,000 megawatts of electricity, while Dangote announced plans for a training school in Lamu to develop local talent.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Dangote, Ruto back Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery despite court battle

    President Ruto and businessman Aliko Dangote have affirmed support for the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery project despite a court challenge from over 130 residents over land, compensation, and other concerns. Ruto warned against attempts to frustrate investors through legal cases or demands for money, while Dangote said the legal challenge would not deter the investment.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  6. Museveni supports Lamu refinery but will not invest

    Uganda President Yoweri Museveni said at the groundbreaking ceremony for Kenya's Sh2 trillion Lamu refinery project that he supports it but will not invest, citing Uganda's own planned small refinery and an earlier proposed Tanga refinery deal with Tanzania.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  7. Dangote refinery project threatens East African Community unity

    The Sh2 trillion Dangote refinery project, which began groundbreaking in Lamu today, is viewed as a major economic boost for the region but has become a point of division among EAC member states. Observers say the refinery and similar energy projects would be more beneficial economically and politically if undertaken jointly by EAC countries rather than separately.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  8. Six regional leaders to attend Lamu oil refinery groundbreaking ceremony

    President William Ruto will be joined by leaders from Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Burundi, Benin, and Togo for the groundbreaking of the Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu on September 30. The refinery will process up to 700,000 barrels of crude oil daily over three years and supply refined products to Kenya and neighbouring countries, though the event follows police dispersal of local residents protesting land rights and compensation.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  9. EU proposes delaying methane emissions rules amid winter energy concerns

    The European Union proposed postponing new rules to cut methane emissions by one year, with EU energy chief Dan Jorgensen warning of a "challenging" winter ahead due to "very high" oil and gas prices resulting from the US-Iran war. The delay aims to ease pressure on energy markets as gas prices have more than doubled in Europe.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  10. Kenya's electricity consumption rises sharply from e-mobility growth

    Kenya's electricity consumption increased in the year ending June 2026, with electric mobility recording the fastest growth among customer categories at 143.01 percent, rising from 5.04 GWh to 12.25 GWh, driven by e-mobility customers increasing from 115 to 543, according to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  11. Kenya's electricity consumption rises, e-mobility grows 143%

    Kenya's electricity consumption increased in the year ending June 2026, with electric mobility recording the fastest growth at 143.01 percent, rising from 5.04 GWh to 12.25 GWh, driven by an increase in e-mobility customers from 115 to 543, according to the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  12. Six African leaders to attend Lamu oil refinery groundbreaking

    President William Ruto and five other African heads of state—from Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Burundi—will attend the groundbreaking of the Dangote East Africa Refinery in Lamu, which is expected to cost over Ksh.2 trillion and take three years to complete. The refinery will supply refined petroleum products to Kenya and neighbouring countries including Ethiopia, South Sudan, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and the DRC.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  13. Six heads of state to attend Lamu oil refinery groundbreaking

    Six heads of state, including President William Ruto and leaders from Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Burundi, will attend the groundbreaking ceremony of the Lamu Oil refinery, a Ksh.2 trillion project expected to take three years to complete and supply refined petroleum products to Kenya and neighbouring countries.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  14. PS Karugu praises Dangote Lamu refinery as regional integration boost

    East African Community Principal Secretary Caroline Karugu has hailed the Dangote East Africa Refinery as a transformative investment that will strengthen the region's energy security, accelerate industrialisation, and deepen intra-regional trade, describing it as a catalyst for East Africa's economic integration and prosperity.

    22 hours ago · Capital News →

  15. Ruto, Dangote attend Lamu refinery groundbreaking ceremony

    President William Ruto and Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote attended a groundbreaking ceremony in Lamu for the proposed Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Oil Refinery, a Dangote Industries–backed project with a planned capacity of 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day expected to be completed by 2030. The facility is intended to reduce East Africa's reliance on imported petroleum products and is projected to create about 50,000 jobs.

    22 hours ago · Capital News →

  16. Ruto, Dangote attend Lamu refinery groundbreaking ceremony

    President William Ruto and Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote attended a groundbreaking ceremony in Lamu for the proposed Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Oil Refinery, which is expected to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day and be completed by 2030.

    22 hours ago · Capital News →

  17. President Ruto leads groundbreaking for Sh2.2tn Lamu refinery

    President William Ruto is leading the groundbreaking ceremony for the proposed East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu, a Sh2.2 trillion ($17 billion) project backed by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote and the Africa Finance Corporation. The refinery is designed to process up to 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day and is expected to create more than 50,000 jobs.

    22 hours ago · Capital News →

  18. President Ruto leads Sh2.2tn East Africa Oil Refinery groundbreaking

    Deputy President Kindiki travelled to Lamu for the groundbreaking ceremony of the proposed East Africa Oil Refinery, a Sh2.2 trillion project backed by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote and the Africa Finance Corporation. The project is designed to process up to 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day and is expected to create more than 50,000 jobs.

    22 hours ago · Capital News →

  19. Benin President arrives in Kenya for Lamu refinery groundbreaking

    Benin President Romuald Wadagni has arrived in Kenya for the groundbreaking ceremony of the East African Refinery in Lamu, a project expected to strengthen regional energy infrastructure. President William Ruto is expected to preside over the ceremony, which will gather senior government officials and regional leaders.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  20. Benin President arrives in Kenya for Lamu Refinery groundbreaking

    Benin President Romuald Wadagni has arrived in Kenya for the groundbreaking ceremony of the East African Refinery in Lamu, a project expected to strengthen the region's energy infrastructure and support economic activity. President William Ruto is expected to preside over the ceremony as Kenya mobilises regional leaders.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  21. Dangote East Africa oil refinery groundbreaking held in Lamu

    President William Ruto and billionaire Aliko Dangote led a groundbreaking ceremony for a 700,000-barrel-per-day oil refinery in Lamu, with several heads of state including Rwanda's Paul Kagame in attendance.

    19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  22. Energy sector gets new leaders at KETRACO, GDC, EPRA

    Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has approved the appointment of Tom Odhiambo Imbo as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of KETRACO, Stephen Kipsang Busieney as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of GDC, and Edward Mwirigi Kinyua as Director General of EPRA, effective immediately.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  23. Ruto challenges Dangote to meet 40-month Lamu refinery timeline

    President William Ruto has pressed billionaire Aliko Dangote to complete the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu oil refinery within the announced 40-month deadline, with Dangote committing to return in that timeframe to officially commission the facility. The refinery is expected to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day and be operational by around 2030.

    16 hours ago · Capital News →

  24. Museveni to clarify with Suluhu on Lamu refinery relocation

    Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni said he will engage Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan to establish what led to the relocation of the planned East African oil refinery from Tanzania's Tanga to Lamu, Kenya, as Kenya formally launches construction of the Sh2.2 trillion facility backed by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote.

    17 hours ago · Capital News →

  25. Ruto says Kenya government will take stake in Lamu refinery

    President William Ruto announced that the Kenyan government will invest in the planned Sh2.2 trillion Lamu oil refinery being developed by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote, using public assets and the National Infrastructure Fund. The government will participate directly in ownership of the project, though Ruto did not disclose the size of the government's proposed stake or the value of assets to be deployed.

    17 hours ago · Capital News →

  26. Ruto defends Lamu refinery project amid court challenges

    President William Ruto has accused individuals challenging the planned Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu through courts of seeking to extort investors, urging Kenyans to participate in the project. The refinery, designed to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day, will be structured as an open investment where Kenyans can acquire shares through the Nairobi Securities Exchange.

    17 hours ago · Capital News →

  27. Dangote to ship 400 equipment units for Lamu refinery project

    Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote announced plans to bring in 400 additional equipment units within 60 days as construction begins on the Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu, designed to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil daily and generate over 60,000 jobs.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  28. Dangote's Sh2.2tn Lamu Oil Refinery begins construction with Ruto

    Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says the Sh2.2 trillion Lamu Oil Refinery is the second-fastest project to launch, progressing from conceptualisation in April to groundbreaking construction. The refinery, a joint venture with the Kenyan government, is designed to process up to 700,000 barrels of crude oil daily and supply refined products to Kenya and regional markets.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  29. Museveni backs Lamu refinery but delays Uganda investment commitment

    Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni supports Kenya's planned Lamu oil refinery but said Uganda will not invest in the project until he clarifies what happened to an earlier plan for a regional refinery at Tanzania's Tanga port. Museveni said he would discuss the matter with Tanzanian and Kenyan leaders, noting that multiple refineries in East Africa would not undermine viability given regional demand for petroleum products.

    14 hours ago · Capital News →

  30. Nigerian billionaire Dangote plans Ksh2 trillion refinery in Lamu

    Aliko Dangote is making his first major East African investment with a Ksh.2 trillion refinery planned for Lamu, expected to process 700,000 barrels of crude daily and reshape how the region sources fuel. The project is among the largest private investments ever undertaken in Kenya.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

Agriculture & Land

  1. Western Kenya farmers commercializing smallholder poultry production

    Households in Western Kenya have traditionally kept chickens for subsistence, but farmers are now shifting toward commercial poultry farming as a source of income, moving away from the long-standing practice of free-range birds foraging on compounds.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Government pilots scheme to commercialise ten irrigation projects

    Kenya's government is converting irrigation schemes into commercial farming hubs by selecting ten schemes covering 14,819 acres and 52,115 farmers for a pilot programme focused on rice, maize, horticulture, vegetables, pulses, potatoes, onions and avocado. The initiative aims to address challenges including post-harvest losses, weak market links, inadequate financing and limited adoption of modern technologies by linking farmers to finance, technology, processors and exporters.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Tea factories announce lower bonus payments to farmers

    Tea factory management has declared reduced bonus payments to farmers for 2025/2026 following the supply of over 1.09 billion kilograms of green leaf, citing challenges including closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupting shipping routes, high petroleum costs, and the introduction of a 0.8 per cent export levy on tea.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Kenya's final 2025/2026 coffee auction yields Sh841 million

    The Nairobi Coffee Exchange's final auction for the 2025/2026 coffee year generated Sh841.3 million from the sale of 17,765 bags. The new coffee year 2026/2027 opens on October 1, with Stanbic Bank joining Cooperative Bank of Kenya as a Direct Settlement System operator.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Tissue culture enables rapid crop propagation at JKUAT

    Researchers at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology say one potato eye can produce up to 10,000 cuttings and a single plantain tissue can generate about 200 plantlets through tissue culture, a technology being demonstrated at the Nairobi International Trade Fair that can reduce crop maturation time to nine months to one year compared with two to three years for conventional planting.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  6. Court of Appeal nullifies Sh2.4bn Ruaraka land compensation deal

    The Court of Appeal has declared a Sh2.4 billion compensation payment at the centre of the Ruaraka land saga a nullity, declaring the proceedings that sanctioned the payment void.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  7. Kenya to use soil data for targeted fertiliser support

    Kenya plans to transform fertiliser support by using soil data to determine the type and quantity of nutrients required on individual farms, aiming to cut farm costs and boost yields.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  8. Milk replacer feeding for calves: nutrition and preparation

    Milk replacer, a packaged powder mixed with warm water, can be introduced to calves as early as 3 days old after the colostrum period and offers a healthier, more reliable composition than cow's milk. The article provides guidance on proper mixing temperature and composition standards, and recommends introducing soft, high-quality fodder at 1–2 weeks old to support rumen development.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  9. Kenya and Japan plan climate-smart irrigation, rice in Taita Taveta

    Kenya is partnering with Japan's International Cooperation Agency to develop irrigation and rice production in Taita Taveta county. A detailed master plan will guide investment in water management, production, and processing while promoting sustainable use of water resources.

    12 hours ago · Capital News →

Society

  1. Court testimony details Cohen marriage breakdown, property disputes

    Fresh court testimony in the murder trial of Dutch tycoon Tob Cohen has revealed details of his troubled marriage to Sarah Wairimu, marked by disputes over property documents, divorce proceedings, alleged assaults, and conflicting accounts following his disappearance.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Pre-eclampsia causes maternal and infant deaths in Malawi

    Pre-eclampsia, a pregnancy complication, poses a significant health threat to mothers and babies in some communities, particularly in northern Malawi, where pregnancy has increasingly become a matter of survival.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Police deny mistreatment in suspect's death at Kitengela cells

    Police in Kitengela, Kajiado County, deny that Eric Otieno, who died while in custody at Kitengela Police Station, was mistreated or subjected to excessive force; the police commander said postmortem findings showed Otieno had an underlying medical condition that deteriorated while in custody. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority is investigating the circumstances of his death.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Kenyan nutritionist Wawira Njiru named in TIME100 Next list

    Wawira Njiru, founder of Food4Education, has been named to the 2026 TIME100 Next list recognising emerging leaders. Her non-profit, established in 2012 to address hunger and poor nutrition among schoolchildren, now provides more than 600,000 meals daily to children in over 1,500 schools across 13 counties.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Kenya strengthens medicine regulations to ensure supply chain safety

    The Pharmacy and Poisons Board is strengthening Kenya's medicines regulatory systems to ensure medical products are safe, effective and of assured quality, with enhanced oversight across the life cycle of medical products including inspections of manufacturers and wholesalers.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  6. TSC leads tree-planting and recognition activities for World Teachers' Day

    Teachers across Kenya are observing World Teachers' Day (October 5) through week-long activities led by the Teachers Service Commission, including tree-planting exercises across all eight TSC regions and award ceremonies recognising outstanding educators.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  7. NACADA seizes counterfeit alcohol and contraband cigarettes in Meru

    A NACADA-led multi-agency operation in Laare Division, Igembe North Subcounty, Meru County dismantled an illicit alcohol and cigarette network, seizing thousands of bottles of suspected counterfeit alcohol and over 900 packets of uncustomed cigarettes. Three suspects, including a major distributor, were arrested in the raid on a compound that had been under surveillance for weeks.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  8. Garissa and Lamu push for Arabic language in school curriculum

    Education stakeholders in Garissa and Lamu counties have urged Parliament to make reforms responsive to marginalised communities, including formal recognition of Arabic in Kenya's education curriculum with proposed introduction from Grade 4, citing the cultural and religious realities of the region where children are exposed to Arabic through madrasa education before formal schooling.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  9. Kenyan universities have three years to adopt competency-based teaching

    More than 1.13 million students from Kenya's new Competency-Based Education system are expected to enter university in 2029, prompting KCA University's vice chancellor to warn institutions they must fundamentally rethink how they teach, assess learning, and work with industry to align with the new system.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  10. Samburu leaders demand police compensation for livestock killings

    Leaders from Samburu County have demanded compensation for affected families after police officers deliberately shot over 700 animals during a security operation.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  11. KHRC warns El Niño response could repeat human rights violations

    The Kenya Human Rights Commission has warned the government against repeating human rights violations from the 2024 floods as the country braces for heavy El Niño rains, urging that human rights be central to preparations and relief operations. The commission notes that about 80 per cent of the country is at risk of severe flooding, with all 47 counties expected to be severely affected, and warns that emergency interventions could disproportionately affect vulnerable communities in informal settlements.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  12. Truck drivers warned against picking up strangers on Nairobi-Mombasa route

    Long-distance truck drivers on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway have been cautioned against ferrying unauthorised passengers, following attacks where drivers picked up people who turned out to be robbers. The warning came during a meeting between truck drivers and Northern Corridor Transit Authority officials at Mtito Andei, where drivers also discussed safety, cargo theft, and drug use while driving.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  13. Children trafficked for ritual sacrifice in East African gold mines

    A National Crime Research Centre study reports that 2,322 children were trafficked last year in Kenya and across the border in Tanzania, where miners believe ritual sacrifice enhances luck in finding gold. The trafficking victims—1,185 boys and 1,137 girls—were exploited for ritualistic, commercial, criminal, sexual, labour-related, and illegal adoption purposes.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  14. Court orders mental assessment of two murder suspects

    Two suspects, Police Constable Collins Bett Kiplangat and Pius Muiru Mbugua, were arraigned before Milimani High Court on charges of murdering Dr Victoria Nthunya Mutiso. The court ordered them remanded at Nairobi Remand Prison pending mental assessment, with plea-taking scheduled for the following Tuesday.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  15. Young Africans mobilizing climate action beyond policy conferences

    A youth activist argues that climate action must extend beyond international conferences, citing young people across Africa who are organizing in their communities and responding to climate challenges through practical local engagement. The author reflects on attending the first Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi as a turning point in deepening their own climate advocacy.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  16. Tanzanian couple arrested for drugging bus passengers in Mombasa

    Police in Mombasa arrested Pius Paskale Frugenze, 52, and Redempta Revelian Kuleta, 47, suspected of running a syndicate that drugged bus passengers and stole their valuables. At their home in Magongo, detectives recovered the victim's laptop and phone, along with assorted other items including phones, chargers, watches, and wallets suspected stolen from multiple victims.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  17. Tanzanian couple arrested over drugging bus passengers in Kenya

    Police in Mombasa have arrested Pius Paskale Frugenze and Redempta Revelian Kuleta, a Tanzanian couple suspected of running a syndicate that drugged unsuspecting bus passengers before stealing their valuables. Following investigations into a September 18 incident on a Nairobi–Mombasa bus, detectives recovered stolen items including a laptop, iPhone, mobile phones, chargers, wristwatches, wallets, and clothing from the couple's house in Magongo.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  18. Tessie Mudavadi urges counties to maintain incubators for premature babies

    Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi's wife, Tessie Mudavadi, has called on county governments and health facilities to ensure donated incubators are properly installed and maintained to reduce preventable newborn deaths. The Okoa Malaika initiative has donated incubators to health facilities to strengthen newborn care and improve survival chances for premature babies.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  19. Mudavadi urges counties to maintain donated incubators for premature babies

    Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi's wife, Tessie Mudavadi, has urged county governments and health facilities to ensure donated incubators are properly installed and maintained to reduce preventable newborn deaths. She spoke at Lumumba Sub-County Hospital in Kisumu during the ninth phase of the Okoa Malaika initiative, highlighting the gap between health workers' skills and available resources.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  20. KFS warns public about fraudulent forest ranger recruitment letters

    The Kenya Forest Service has warned the public about fraudsters circulating fake recruitment letters claiming to invite people for Forest Ranger training. The service stated it has not advertised vacancies for Forest Rangers and urged job seekers to avoid falling for the fraudulent documents.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  21. Tanzanian couple arrested in Mombasa drugging and robbery syndicate

    A Tanzanian couple aged 52 and 47 has been arrested in Mombasa in connection with an organized crime syndicate that drugged and robbed long-distance bus passengers traveling between Nairobi and Mombasa. The arrests followed an incident on September 18, 2026, in which a passenger was administered a stupefying substance on a Dreamline bus, lost consciousness, and woke at Tudor Sub-County Hospital to find his belongings stolen.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  22. Death marred tarmacking of Kimbimbi-Kanjinji road in Kirinyaga

    A 22-year-old man from Gatitika village died in a motorcycle-car collision along the Kimbimbi-Kanjinji road in Mwea East, Kirinyaga County, during tarmacking works on the long-awaited stretch. The accident has raised resident concerns over road safety as construction continues.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  23. Sugar workers threaten strike over 2.7 billion shillings arrears

    Kenya's sugar sector workers have threatened to strike from October 1 over Sh2.7 billion in unpaid salary arrears and terminal benefits owed to employees not absorbed in state sugar company restructuring. The Kenya Sugarcane Plantation Workers Union has demanded the government release the funds by Wednesday, warning that failure to do so will trigger industrial action that could disrupt sugar production.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  24. Bartenders testify on Tob Cohen's final evening, July 2019

    Prosecution witnesses who worked as bartenders testified in the murder trial of Sarah Wairimu Cohen that the businessman spent the evening of July 19, 2019, drinking his favourite whiskey at an entertainment joint in Parklands before leaving after midnight, 60 days before his body was discovered.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  25. Kakamega police OCS charged with defiling 14-year-old girl

    The Officer Commanding Station of Lumakanda Police Station in Lugari Sub-County, Kakamega County, has been charged with three counts: defilement, committing an indecent act with a child, and abuse of a position of authority. The alleged offences occurred between September 24 and 27, 2026.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  26. Sociology intern develops health safety career at Nyeri construction site

    Diana Muthoni-Getira, a sociology and economics intern at the Nyeri Modern Market construction site in Rware Ward, has transitioned into a health and safety officer role, expanding her career pathway beyond her academic background in the field.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  27. Over 300 professionals discuss workplace stress and low pay

    More than 300 corporate professionals shared experiences of workplace pressures including low pay, demanding schedules, stalled career growth and difficult workplace relationships at an Avorcap Asset Managers men's wellness forum held as part of Suicide Awareness Month activities.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  28. Lumakanda police commander charged with defilement of minor

    The Officer Commanding Station of Lumakanda Police Station has been remanded and charged with the alleged defilement of a 14-year-old girl in Kakamega County. The ODPP opposed his release on bail, citing the seriousness of the offences, which also include an alternative charge of committing an indecent act with a child and abuse of a position of authority.

    15 hours ago · Capital News →

  29. Sakaja, residents' groups partner on Nairobi flood preparedness

    Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and the Kenya Alliance of Residents Associations have agreed to strengthen community participation in El Niño flood preparations and mitigation, with residents' associations helping to disseminate early warnings, identify risks, and support evacuation from flood-prone areas. Nairobi County has identified 227 potential flood hotspots and will share the flood-risk map with KARA to enable neighbourhood-level preparedness activities.

    16 hours ago · Capital News →

  30. Family demands justice after son stabbed to death in Eastleigh

    A 25-year-old man working at a store in Nairobi's Eastleigh area was fatally stabbed on September 27 following an alleged confrontation with a colleague over a pair of trousers. The suspect, alleged to be a Ugandan national, fled the scene.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  31. Three arrested in NACADA crackdown on counterfeit alcohol, contraband cigarettes

    NACADA and police officers arrested three suspects following an operation in Meru County that seized thousands of bottles of suspected counterfeit alcohol and more than 900 packets of uncustomed cigarettes. Among those arrested is a man described as an influential distributor who allegedly supplied the illicit products through boda boda riders and local kiosks.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  32. Civil society demands action on preventable maternal deaths in Kenya

    A coalition of community and civil society organisations from five African countries has called on governments, funders, and health-sector players to urgently scale up access to proven tools for preventing, detecting and treating pre-eclampsia and maternal anaemia. In Kenya, maternal mortality stands at 355 deaths per 100,000 live births—approximately 16 mothers dying daily—despite the availability of life-saving medicines and diagnostics.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  33. NACADA seizes counterfeit alcohol, contraband cigarettes in Meru

    NACADA-led multi-agency raid in Laare Division, Igembe North Subcounty, seized thousands of bottles of suspected counterfeit alcohol and over 900 packets of uncustomed cigarettes. Three suspects, including a major distributor, were arrested in the operation.

    10 hours ago · Capital News →

  34. Kenya must strengthen health and social systems for ageing population

    Health experts and policymakers meeting in Nairobi said Kenya must improve its health, social protection and community systems to support its growing older population, warning that ageing cannot be treated solely as a medical issue as older people face multiple challenges including non-communicable diseases, dementia, mental health conditions and social isolation. Kenya's 2019 census recorded about 2.7 million people aged 60 and above.

    11 hours ago · Capital News →

Sport

  1. LeBron warns 76ers to embrace hard work and discomfort for greatness

    LeBron James told his Philadelphia 76ers teammates they must work hard on repetitive tasks and escape their comfort zones to achieve greatness. James, preparing for his 24th NBA season, said camaraderie and changes will take time to produce results, and that success requires sacrifice rather than seeking "instant oatmeal" outcomes.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Sabalenka begins China Open campaign after losing world No. 1 ranking

    Aryna Sabalenka, ousted as world number one by Elena Rybakina, said she feels "fresh" ahead of her first tournament at the China Open in Beijing. The four-time Grand Slam winner has not won a title since March and will end the year without a major for the first time since 2022.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  3. Manchester City guilty of 100+ Premier League financial breaches

    Manchester City was found guilty of more than 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules, including arranging "sham" deals that artificially inflated revenues and reduced costs by more than £900 million between 2009 and 2018. The club, which denies wrongdoing, faces possible points deduction, fines, or expulsion and has vowed to appeal.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Unstoppable Africa Sports Awards launches in Nairobi October 2026

    The Unstoppable Africa Awards will officially launch in Kenya on October 31, 2026, bringing together influential figures across sport, entertainment, business, leadership and humanitarian action across 16 categories. Kenya has eight nominees including rally driver Pauline Sheghu, nominated for Sports Personality of the Year.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Manchester City fans devastated after financial breaches verdict

    An independent commission found Manchester City arranged "sham" contracts to artificially inflate revenues and reduce costs by more than £900 million between 2009 and 2018. City fans expressed devastation over the verdict, while rival supporters called for the club's relegation from the Premier League.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  6. Spain defeat Croatia 4-1; England beats Czech Republic

    World champions Spain won 4-1 against Croatia in Seville on Tuesday in a UEFA Nations League match, with Lamine Yamal scoring twice. England won against the Czech Republic with Harry Kane scoring.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  7. 21-year-old Kenyan excels in both football and polo

    Amani Nzomo, a 21-year-old Kenyan, juggles elite-level football and polo successfully through disciplined time management and commitment to training. He was called up to Kenya's U20 Rising Stars last year but was dropped due to a groin injury that has since sidelined him.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  8. Kenyan Sawe breaks two-hour marathon barrier, eyes faster times

    Sabastian Sawe became the first man to run a marathon in under two hours, clocking 1:59:30 at the London Marathon in April. The 31-year-old believes even faster times are possible and expects further records as the sport's popularity and technology advance.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  9. Kenyan marathon runner Sawe targets sub-1:59 after historic record

    Sebastian Sawe, who became the first person to run a marathon in under two hours with a time of 1:59:30 at the 2026 London Marathon, believes even faster times are possible for himself and the sport with optimal conditions and continued technological advances.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  10. Portugal Rally drops from 2027 WRC calendar after schedule overhaul

    Rally de Portugal, a fixture on the World Rally Championship calendar since 1973 with a regular spot since 2007, will not be held in 2027 as the WRC promoter reshuffles the schedule for geographic diversity. Organizers are already discussing a possible return in 2028.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  11. Portugal Rally removed from 2027 WRC calendar

    Rally de Portugal will not be held in 2027 following changes to the World Rally Championship schedule aimed at greater geographic diversity and intercontinental spread. Organizers are already discussing a possible return in 2028.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  12. Eight Australian stadiums confirmed to host 2027 Rugby World Cup

    The 2027 Rugby World Cup will be held in Australia from October 1 to November 13, with matches hosted across eight stadiums including Stadium Australia in Sydney (82,000-capacity), which will host eight games including both semi-finals and the final.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  13. Eight Australian stadiums confirmed for 2027 Rugby World Cup

    The 2027 Rugby World Cup will be held in Australia from October 1 to November 13 at eight venues, including Stadium Australia in Sydney (82,000 capacity), which will host the semi-finals and final.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  14. Rugby World Cup expands to 24 teams in Australia

    The 2027 Rugby World Cup kicks off October 1 in Australia with a record 24 teams over six weeks across seven cities. More than 750,000 pre-sale tickets have been sold to fans from 135 countries, with strong demand for high-profile matchups.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  15. Rugby World Cup expands to 24 teams, kicking off October 2027

    Rugby's 11th World Cup begins on October 1, 2027, in Australia with a record 24 teams competing over six weeks across seven cities. The expanded format, up from 20 nations, has generated strong pre-sale demand with more than 750,000 tickets sold to fans from 135 countries.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  16. Antonelli seeks to rebuild 66-point F1 lead at Malaysia

    Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, who finished fifth in Azerbaijan and leads teammate George Russell by 66 points, aims to "re-establish order" at the Malaysian Grand Prix this weekend at Sepang after a hydraulics failure and qualifying crash.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  17. Antonelli seeks to rebuild lead at Malaysia F1 race

    Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, who finished fifth in Azerbaijan and leads George Russell by 66 points in the drivers' championship, has vowed to "re-establish the order" when Formula One returns to Malaysia this weekend after a hydraulics failure and qualifying crash cost him ground to his team-mate.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  18. Brazilian clubs face sponsorship crisis from online betting ban

    President Lula signed a provisional measure banning online sports betting platforms, which are the main sponsors of fourteen of the twenty clubs in Brazil's top-flight Brasileirao league, leaving multi-million dollar deals in limbo.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  19. Brazil bans online betting, disrupting football club sponsorships

    President Lula banned online sports betting platforms, which are the main sponsors of fourteen of the twenty clubs in Brazil's top-flight Brasileirao, leaving multi-million dollar deals in limbo. Brazilian clubs have dominated South American rivals in recent years, winning the last seven Copa Libertadores titles flush with cash from betting sponsors.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  20. NBA to pick new Las Vegas team owner imminently

    The NBA will choose owners for a new Las Vegas team "in the very near future," with a $12-13 billion price tag for franchise rights plus arena costs. Three bidders remain on the shortlist, including Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie, Canadian billionaire Steve Apostolopoulos, and Vegas Golden Knights owner Bill Foley.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  21. NBA near decision on new $12–13 billion Las Vegas franchise

    The NBA will choose owners for a new Las Vegas team "in the very near future," with franchise rights priced at $12–13 billion plus arena costs, according to ESPN. Three bidders remain on the shortlist, including Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie, Canadian billionaire Steve Apostolopoulos, and Vegas Golden Knights owner Bill Foley, with the expansion expected by December and potentially operational by 2028.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  22. Spain defeats Croatia 4-1 in UEFA Nations League

    Lamine Yamal scored twice as world champions Spain won 4-1 against Croatia in their first home match since winning the World Cup in July, while Harry Kane scored as England won in the Czech Republic.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  23. Spain beats Croatia 4-1, England down Czechs in Nations League

    Lamine Yamal scored twice as world champions Spain defeated Croatia 4-1 at home in the UEFA Nations League, while Harry Kane scored as England won in the Czech Republic. Spain's match was their first home fixture since winning the World Cup in July.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  24. Ghana, Nigeria, Cape Verde lose in AFCON 2027 qualifying

    Ghana lost 4-2 to Gambia in Accra, Nigeria lost 3-0 to Guinea-Bissau away, and Cape Verde lost 2-1 to Rwanda at home in shock results during the second matchday of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying on Tuesday. Algeria drew 2-2 with Burundi after trailing by two goals.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  25. Ghana, Nigeria, Cape Verde lose in AFCON 2027 qualifying

    Ghana lost 4-2 to Gambia in Accra after leading by two goals, Nigeria suffered a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau, and Cape Verde lost 2-1 to Rwanda at home in shock results during 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches on Tuesday.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  26. Omanyala launches sprints club at St Joseph's Boys Kitale

    Ferdinand Omanyala, Africa's fastest man, has launched another Omanyala Sprints Club at St Joseph's Boys National School in Kitale as part of his grassroots sprint development programme in Western Kenya, following a similar launch at Friends School Kamusinga.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  27. Omanyala launches sprints club at St Joseph's Boys Kitale

    Ferdinand Omanyala, Africa's fastest man, opened an Omanyala Sprints Club at St Joseph's Boys National School, Kitale, on Tuesday as part of his grassroots sprint development programme in Western Kenya, following a similar launch at Friends School Kamusinga.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  28. Esteban Ocon to depart Haas at end of F1 season

    Esteban Ocon will leave Haas at the end of the Formula One season following a difficult campaign, the 30-year-old racer and his team announced Wednesday. Ocon joined the American outfit from Alpine ahead of the 2025 campaign and plans to remain in the sport.

    18 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  29. Th3 Swish reach historic National Women's Basketball semifinal

    Th3 Swish Basketball reached the semifinals of the National Women's Basketball Premier League for the first time, defeating Strathmore Swords 2-1 in a quarterfinal playoff series. They will now face defending champions Kenya Ports Authority in the semifinal.

    19 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  30. Shujaa names squad for Africa Sevens in Mauritius

    Kenya's rugby sevens team Shujaa has named a squad for the Africa Men's Sevens tournament in Mauritius, with four players earning their first international call-ups following the National Sevens Circuit. The squad, co-captained by Elvis Olukski and Rayvone Ambale, will compete in Pool B against Namibia, Réunion and Madagascar.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  31. Gideon Starlets coach seeks patience as team struggles early

    Gideon Starlets head coach James Angila says his side needs time to settle after collecting one point from their opening two matches in the Kenya Women's Premier League, citing limited preparation time but expressing belief that things will improve before their fifth match.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  32. Guardiola backs Manchester City after breaches verdict

    Manchester City was found guilty of more than 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules. Former manager Pep Guardiola expressed strong support for the club on social media, stating he stands behind the club, owner, chairman, and supporters.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  33. Sunshine Development Tour launches West African expansion with Lagos event

    The Sunshine Development Tour will hold its inaugural West African event, the Lakowe Lakes Classic, in Lagos, Nigeria from October 2 to 4, bringing together 139 players from 10 countries competing for a US$50,000 prize fund and ranking points.

    15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  34. Manchester City found guilty of 114 of 115 financial breaches

    Manchester City has been found guilty of all but one of 115 Premier League charges for breaching financial regulations. An independent commission found the Abu Dhabi-backed club arranged "sham" contracts with commercial partners to artificially inflate revenues and reduce costs by more than £900 million between 2009 and 2018.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  35. Mombasa United coach backs team's KPL promotion bid

    Mombasa United head coach Abdulhamid Moallin has urged supporters to bring "a can-do attitude" as the team faces Kariobangi Sharks in the first leg of their promotion-relegation play-off at Mbaraki Stadium on Thursday. Moallin, formerly of Tanzanian club Yanga SC, expressed confidence that his experienced squad can match Sharks despite the latter's top-flight pedigree.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  36. Parma appoint World Cup winner Gilardino as head coach

    Parma have appointed former Italy striker Alberto Gilardino as head coach to replace the sacked Carlos Cuesta, with the club currently in 15th position in Serie A. Gilardino, who won the 2006 World Cup with Italy and previously played for Parma between 2002 and 2005, has signed a contract until the end of the 2026/27 season.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

World & Region

  1. Iran receives US response to Middle East war ceasefire proposal

    Iran's government said Wednesday it received an official US response to its proposal to end the Middle East war, following indirect talks that resumed last week at the UN General Assembly. Iran has put forward seven conditions for ending hostilities, including a ceasefire across the Middle East, unfreezing of Iranian assets, lifting of sanctions on its oil sector, and an end to the US naval blockade.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Russia strikes Ukrainian power infrastructure ahead of winter

    Russia conducted a wave of drone and missile strikes on Kyiv's power supply on Wednesday, killing at least four people as the capital braces for freezing winter conditions. Ukraine's main energy provider DTEK confirmed grid damage affecting 8,000 households.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  3. US pushes coordinated action on steel overproduction at G20

    The US is pushing G20 members to take action against excess industrial capacity that drives prices down, with some countries agreeing to a "Milwaukee framework" to counter persistent excess steel production. The initiative targets a criticism often levied against China, which the US alleges produces more steel than it consumes and floods markets; China rejects these claims.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Hong Kong arrests journalist for sedition under 2024 law

    Hong Kong police arrested an independent journalist and an activist on Wednesday for allegedly acting with seditious intent, marking the first publicly known arrest of a journalist under Hong Kong's homegrown security law passed in 2024. The arrests are linked to an incident on August 31 outside Prince Edward metro station where police discovered people holding bouquets and shouting seditious slogans.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Nobel committee expresses deep concern over Ethiopia fighting

    The Nobel committee has voiced "deep concern" over renewed fighting in northern Ethiopia between government forces and the Tigray People's Liberation Front that began on September 23, raising fears of a return to the 2020-2022 civil war that killed an estimated 600,000 people. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2019 for reconciliation efforts with Eritrea, but the subsequent war with the TPLF has tarnished his reputation.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  6. Zimbabwe helicopter crashes with six aboard, no survivors

    A helicopter crashed east of Harare on Wednesday with six people aboard—one high-profile businessman, three other passengers, and two pilots—with no survivors reported, according to government authorities.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  7. Zimbabwe helicopter crash kills six, including businessman

    A private helicopter carrying six people, including prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his wife Lucy Muteke, crashed in Marondera, Harare on Wednesday afternoon with no survivors, according to Zimbabwe's government spokesman.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  8. Zimbabwean tycoon Wicknell Chivayo dies in helicopter crash

    Wicknell Chivayo, founder of Intratrek Zimbabwe and prominent businessman known for energy and infrastructure projects, died in a helicopter crash in Marondera Rural, east of Harare, on Wednesday evening along with his wife Lucy Muteke and four others. Chivayo, born in 1982, was known for high-profile relationships with senior political figures across the region, including Kenyan President William Ruto.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  9. Shooting attack on bus in Syria kills seven people

    A shooting attack on a bus in Homs province, central Syria, on Wednesday killed seven people and wounded four others, according to state media. The perpetrators have not yet been identified, and passengers included engineers, workers, and a Syrian Electricity Company employee.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  10. Over 100 Israeli settlers attack West Bank village

    More than 100 Israeli settlers attacked a village in the occupied West Bank, seizing two houses belonging to the Tubasi family in Jalud village and setting them on fire, preventing the family from returning home and clashing with Israeli troops.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  11. Turkey seizes Caspian Airlines jet over unpaid debt

    Turkish authorities seized a Boeing 737 belonging to Iran's Caspian Airlines at Istanbul Airport on Monday following a court-issued seizure order, with Turkish and Iranian media linking the action to an unpaid three-million-euros debt.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  12. Israeli strike kills Hamas commander and five others in Gaza

    Gaza's civil defence agency reported that Israeli fire on Tuesday killed at least six people, including Hamas commander Izz al-Din al Beik, who led the Northern Brigade and was involved in planning the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  13. Judge rules alleged Rihanna mansion shooter mentally fit for trial

    Ivanna Ortiz, 36, charged with attempted murder and multiple counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm in connection with a March 8 shooting at Rihanna's Los Angeles home, has been ruled mentally competent to stand trial by a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  14. Judge rules alleged Rihanna mansion shooter mentally fit for trial

    A Los Angeles judge ruled Tuesday that Ivanna Ortiz, 36, charged with attempted murder involving singer Rihanna and assault with a semiautomatic firearm in a March 8 incident at her luxury home, is mentally competent to stand trial. Criminal proceedings, which had been suspended over competency concerns, have been reinstated.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  15. Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv diverts to Saudi Arabia after incident

    A flydubai plane bound for Tel Aviv from Dubai landed safely in Tabuk Airport, Saudi Arabia, after an "incident" on Wednesday. Israeli media reported an altercation between pilots, prompting Israeli military to scramble fighter jets over hijacking concerns, though those fears were later dismissed and all passengers are accounted for.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  16. UN Security Council extends Haiti gang-fighting force six months

    The UN Security Council approved a six-month extension of the Gang Suppression Force mandate in Haiti, voting 12-0 with three abstentions to extend operations until March 31, 2027. The force, which has been fighting violent criminal gangs that control parts of Haiti, remains below its target of 5,500 personnel and 50 civilian staff.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  17. UN Security Council extends Haiti gang-suppression force mandate

    The UN Security Council voted 12-0 with three abstentions to extend the mandate of the Gang Suppression Force deployed to combat violent criminal gangs in Haiti by six months until March 31, 2027. The force, first authorized last year, was expected to reach 5,500 personnel and 50 civilian staff between April and October but remains short of that goal.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  18. Trump courts Brazil's right-wing challenger as Lula seeks reelection

    US President Donald Trump is backing right-wing candidate Flavio Bolsonaro in Brazil's hotly contested election, hoping for a conservative ally who has pledged to join Trump's Shield of the Americas security initiative. Trump has also expressed "excellent chemistry" with incumbent leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva despite turbulent trade relations between the nations.

    22 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  19. LA28 Olympic torch relay to visit all fifty US states

    The torch relay for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will visit all 50 US states for the first time, beginning in Atlanta in spring 2028 before traveling to California. The flame will first be lit in Olympia, Greece, then flown to Atlanta to start its route across the country.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  20. LA28 Olympics torch relay to visit all 50 US states

    The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics torch relay will pass through all 50 US states for the first time, starting in Atlanta in spring 2028 before finishing in California. The flame will first be lit in Olympia, Greece, then flown to Atlanta to begin its American journey.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  21. Nepal teachers mark missing students after glacial-collapse flood

    A catastrophic flood in Nepal, triggered by a glacial collapse near the China-Nepal border, killed more than 1,400 people with over 5,000 remaining missing one month after the disaster. At Neelakantha Secondary School in Rasuwa district, teachers mark in red the names of 70 students and four teachers lost to the August 26 flood that swept away roads, bridges and settlements in the mountainous regions.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  22. Nepal flood leaves teachers marking missing students in red

    A glacial collapse near the China-Nepal border triggered catastrophic floods in Nepal that killed more than 1,400 people and left over 5,000 missing one month later. Teachers at Neelakantha Secondary School in Rasuwa district mark red circles beside the names of 70 students and four teachers lost in the August 26 flood.

    23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  23. Dubai-Tel Aviv flight diverted to Saudi Arabia after pilot incident

    A flydubai plane from Dubai to Tel Aviv landed safely in Tabuk Airport, Saudi Arabia, after experiencing an incident en route. Israeli media reported an altercation between the pilots, triggering a distress signal and prompting Israeli fighter jets to be scrambled before hijacking concerns were dismissed.

    17 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  24. Mexican Sinaloa cartel establishes meth labs across southern Africa

    Mexican cartels are operating industrial-scale methamphetamine laboratories across southern Africa, including at least seven discovered in the last two years, to supply Australia and New Zealand where meth prices are 65 to 100 times higher than in the United States.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  25. Hurricane Polo crosses Mexico's Pacific coast, weakens inland

    Hurricane Polo made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane in Baja California with winds up to 175 kilometers per hour, causing damage including downed trees and flooded roads but little serious damage and no reported injuries, before weakening to a tropical storm as it moved into the Mexican mainland.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  26. Dubai-Tel Aviv flight diverted to Saudi Arabia after pilot altercation

    A Flydubai plane carrying around 150 people, mostly Israeli passengers, was diverted to Tabuk Airport in northeastern Saudi Arabia after an incident between pilots two hours into its journey from Dubai to Tel Aviv. Israeli officials told local media that one pilot stabbed the other before being restrained; the flight signalled emergency codes including a hijacking alert before landing safely.

    18 hours ago · Capital News →

  27. Flydubai pilot allegedly caused emergency landing in Saudi Arabia

    A flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after one pilot allegedly attempted to crash the plane. The aircraft dropped from nearly 34,000 feet to less than 17,000 feet within one minute and transmitted distress and hijacking signals before landing.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  28. Israeli leaders say pilot attempted to crash flydubai flight

    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reported that a pilot attempted to crash a flydubai plane carrying mostly Israeli passengers by stabbing a fellow pilot; passengers and crew members overpowered him and stabilized the aircraft, preventing what Netanyahu called "a major disaster."

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  29. Zimbabwe helicopter crashes east of Harare, six dead

    A helicopter crashed in the Marondera Rural area, about 72 kilometres east of Harare, on Wednesday, with six people on board—one high-profile businessman, three other passengers, and two pilots. Authorities said there were no survivors.

    9 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  30. Nigeria stampede during cash handout distribution kills three

    At least three women were trampled to death in a stampede during cash handout distribution at Niger State governor's residence, where thousands gathered to receive 10,000 naira each. The distribution was partly organized to prevent protests over the deaths of 37 artisanal miners in state custody two weeks prior.

    21 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

  31. Zimbabwean businessman Chivayo feared killed in helicopter crash

    A helicopter crashed in Marondera, eastern Zimbabwe, on Wednesday evening with six people on board, including a high-profile businessman and two pilots. Government authorities confirmed no survivors but have not yet formally identified the victims.

    9 hours ago · Capital News →

Opinion

  1. University lecturers need teaching skills beyond PhD qualifications

    An opinion piece argues that Kenyan university lecturers require professional training in teaching practice and ethics beyond academic credentials, including classroom management, facilitation, and boundary-setting—skills not automatically gained from subject-matter expertise.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Businesses must strengthen capacity to seize African regional trade

    Regional trade opportunities across Africa require businesses to address practical challenges—including production financing, delivery costs, and order fulfillment—before such opportunities become commercially viable.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  3. East Africa's coastal region values courtesy beyond financial wealth

    Kenya's coastal region, alongside Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda, forms East Africa's "courtesy zone" where people are treated with respect and dignity regardless of financial status.

    30 September 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Africa must build domestic food production and supply systems

    An opinion piece argues that food security in Africa requires more than production alone—it demands building domestic capacity across seed production, crop growing, preservation, processing, and distribution to ensure safety, availability, and affordability while achieving food sovereignty.

    20 hours ago · Citizen Digital →

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