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2026-04-242026-09-12

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  1. August 2026
  2. The Standard

    The experienced middle-distance runner won the opening semi-final in 1:44.91 to advance alongside Australia’s Peter Bol and England’s Alex Botterill and Ben Pattison.“Getting into the final wasn’t easy, but I have the experience from winning in 2018 and 2022, and that gives me co

    Kinyamal chases historic three-peat as Kenya eyes golden finish in Glasgow
  3. July 2026
  4. Citizen Digital

    Kenya eyes trade, investment boost as PS Sing'Oei concludes Australia visit By Brian Okello July 29, 2026 09:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Kenya is seeking to unlock new trade, invest

    Kenya eyes trade, investment boost as PS Sing'Oei concludes Australia visit
  5. The Standard

    Kinyamal claimed his maiden title at the 2018 Gold Coast Games in Australia in 1:45.11 before defending the crown in Birmingham in 2022, winning in 1:47.52 to become the first man to successfully retain the men’s 800m title at the Games.Loti also impressed with a tactical display

    Hope for more medals in Glasgow show as Serem leads squad to podium sweep
  6. Citizen Digital

    Lachlan Kennedy of Australia claimed a surprise silver ahead of Nigeria's Kanyinsola Ajayi, who had to settle for bronze.

    Cameroon's Eseme storms to 100m Commonwealth gold
  7. Citizen Digital

    Kenyan trio Kinyamal, Loti, Kebenei glide into 800m semis By Angel Shantel July 28, 2026 04:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Wyclife Kinyamal of Kenya sits on a block at lane 7 as Luke Boyes of Australia

    Commonwealth Games: Kenyan trio Kinyamal, Loti, Kebenei glide into 800m semis
  8. Citizen Digital

    Wanza wins silver as Odira cruises into 800m semi-finals at Commonwealth Games By Wycliffe Orandi July 28, 2026 08:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Australia's Rose Davies (L) and Kenya's Diana Wanza (R)

    Wanza wins silver as Odira cruises into 800m semi-finals at Commonwealth Games
  9. Citizen Digital

    Beyond the competition on the fairways, the tournament served as a platform to showcase Murdoch University's commitment to creating scholarship opportunities and academic pathways for talented Kenyan students seeking world-class education in Australia.

    Murdoch golf tourney tees up scholarships for Kenyan students
  10. The Standard

    For parents who want to keep their children’s higher education options completely open—whether that means studying locally or moving to the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, or South Africa—qualification portability is essential.

    Why curriculum brand alone does not guarantee success
  11. The Standard

    Britain in June withdrew its embassy staff from Iran, following in the footsteps of other European nations as well as Australia and New Zealand.The withdrawals came after Israel launched renewed air strikes on Iran, claiming its arch-enemy was on the verge of developing a nuclear

    UK withdraws remaining diplomats from Iran
  12. Citizen Digital

    In December last year, Australia became the first country in the world to require TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat and other top sites to remove accounts held by under-16s, or to face heavy fines.

    French senators back social media ban for under-15s
World & Region

AU Commissioner visits Australia to broaden engagement

The News

The African Union's Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, visited Australia through its Special Visits Program to discuss security threats, counterterrorism, and wider political, economic and development issues. The visit, originally planned for February but postponed due to the Persian Gulf crisis, reflects a potentially broader phase in AU-Australia engagement.

8 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Today

  1. AU Commissioner visits Australia to broaden engagement

    The African Union's Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, visited Australia through its Special Visits Program to discuss security threats, counterterrorism, and wider political, economic and development issues. The visit, originally planned for February but postponed due to the Persian Gulf crisis, reflects a potentially broader phase in AU-Australia engagement.

    8 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Nashville airport to be renamed after Dolly Parton

    The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority voted unanimously to rename Nashville International Airport in honor of country music legend Dolly Parton, who died in August at age 80. A final name incorporating Parton's legacy is being determined.

    19 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Thursday 10 September

  1. August recorded as hottest month globally, EU monitor reports

    The EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that August was the hottest single month ever recorded globally, with ocean temperatures reaching unprecedented highs and western Europe experiencing its warmest summer. The UN warned that humanity must wean off fossil fuels or the planet will push deeper into uncharted territory.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 8 September

  1. NFL season 2026 kicks off with Super Bowl rematch

    The Seattle Seahawks face the New England Patriots in a Super Bowl rematch to launch the 2026 NFL season, which will span seven countries on four continents. The Seahawks defend their title against contenders including the Los Angeles Rams, who aim to repeat their 2022 Super Bowl victory.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 6 September

  1. Th3 Swish women's basketball team signs three-year partnership

    Pioneer 101 has signed a three-year partnership with Th3 Swish, a women's basketball team co-owned by Ariel Okal, with the goal of developing the team into African champions and creating pathways for players to access educational scholarships abroad while pursuing basketball opportunities in the United States and Australia.

    6 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 3 September

  1. El Niño expected to peak this year, impacts lasting into 2027

    The World Meteorological Organization warned that El Niño could become the strongest since monitoring began four decades ago, with effects set to persist through February and impacts continuing into 2027 as ocean heat releases gradually into the atmosphere.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Tsitsipas says Kyrgios cocaine test was not surprising to him

    Stefanos Tsitsipas said he was not surprised that Nick Kyrgios tested positive for cocaine and was suspended by the International Tennis Integrity Agency; Kyrgios admitted to making "a huge mistake" after failing the test in July 2026.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 31 August

  1. At least five Pacific leaders absent from annual forum

    At least five leaders are skipping the Pacific Islands Forum's annual summit in Palau, with some sending lower-ranked ministers instead. The gathering is overshadowed by Taiwan-China tensions, as Beijing has protested Taiwan's inclusion as an aid partner and tensions follow China's July ballistic missile test in the Pacific.

    31 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 30 August

  1. Djokovic seeks 25th Grand Slam at US Open appearance 20

    Novak Djokovic is set for his 20th US Open appearance, joining three other men who have reached that milestone at the tournament. The 39-year-old Serbian tennis player last won the US Open in 2023 to tie Margaret Court's 24 Grand Slam titles and continues pursuing a record-breaking 25th.

    30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 29 August

  1. Meta settlement mandates teen curfews, but age verification unresolved

    Meta's US state settlement requires the company to implement curfews and time limits for users aged 13–17 on Instagram and Facebook within one year, but the method for verifying age remains unclear and raises privacy concerns among advocates.

    29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 28 August

  1. Kenya transforms TVET institutions for global employment pathways

    Kenya is upgrading Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions to align with industry requirements and international standards, positioning graduates for local and international job opportunities. This effort includes partnerships such as with Australia's Signet Institute, which conducted final assessments for the first cohort of trainees in diploma programmes at multiple polytechnics.

    28 August 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 27 August

  1. Search for 1,300 missing after Nepal-Tibet floods kill 273

    Flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border killed at least 273 people and left more than 1,300 missing on Wednesday, with rescue teams searching devastated zones Thursday. According to the US Geological Survey, the disaster was caused by a glacial collapse that sent forth an overwhelming flow of icy debris along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Nepal-Tibet floods and landslides kill at least 160

    Catastrophic flooding and landslides on the Nepal-Tibet border killed at least 160 people and left hundreds missing. Water and debris crashed downstream on both sides of the border, hitting villages and towns along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers in Nepal.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Hundreds of foreign nationals missing in Nepal flash floods

    Devastating flash floods in Nepal on Wednesday killed at least 160 people, with official figures indicating at least 341 foreign nationals missing. Hikers and climbers from around the world are among those unaccounted for, including nationals from India, Ukraine, and Australia.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. US-Iran war accelerates Europe and Asia renewable energy investment

    Six months into the US-Israeli war with Iran, governments across Europe and Asia are accelerating renewable energy buildouts to cut dependence on fossil fuel imports, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted a fifth of global oil and LNG shipments. Rooftop solar installations are surging in the Philippines, Australia, and Europe driven by higher fuel costs and government subsidies.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Filmmakers propose technology solution to boost Kenya's film industry

    Two filmmakers, James Hakesley and Roy Kimani, believe technology could address Kenya's film production challenges—high costs, recycled storylines, weak production quality, and lack of equipment and infrastructure—by helping local productions compete beyond the local market.

    26 August 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Country music icon Dolly Parton dies at eighty

    American country music star Dolly Parton, who won 11 Grammy awards and sold over 100 million records with classics including "Coat of Many Colors" and "Jolene," died on Tuesday aged 80, her family said.

    25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 24 August

  1. Kenya's SHA can learn from Australia's Medicare system

    An opinion piece argues that as Kenya institutionalizes the Social Health Authority to pursue universal health coverage, it should study Australia's Medicare model to ensure the system delivers access to necessary care without financial hardship. By June 2026, more than 31 million Kenyans had registered with SHA, which replaced the National Hospital Insurance Fund in October 2024.

    24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenyan Koech eyes Zurich after strong Silesia Diamond League run

    Nineteen-year-old Phanuel Koech, who set an under-20 world record of 3:27.72 in the 1,500m, finished second at the Silesia Diamond League meet on Sunday and is set to compete again in Zurich this Thursday as the circuit enters its homestretch.

    24 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 23 August

  1. Prince Harry to relocate back to Britain with family

    Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are returning to Britain after six years in California, amid ongoing estrangement from his brother William and Princess Catherine, though reconciliation with King Charles III appears to have progressed. A royal historian suggests the move may be motivated by efforts at family reconciliation.

    23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Prince Harry returns to UK after six years in California

    Prince Harry, 41, and Meghan Markle are relocating back to Britain after six years in the United States, according to The Standard. Their return comes as Harry appears to have reconciled with his cancer-battling father, King Charles III, though his relationship with brother William and wife Catherine remains strained.

    23 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 22 August

  1. UK, Canada, Australia condemn Israel ending aid worker probe

    Britain, Canada, and Australia have condemned Israel's decision to close an investigation into the deaths of seven World Central Kitchen employees killed in a Gaza drone strike in 2024, which Israel's military described as a "tragic mistake."

    22 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 21 August

  1. Australian man charged with foreign interference for Russia

    Australian police charged a 27-year-old Russian-Australian citizen with foreign interference for allegedly seeking to inform Russian intelligence about Ukrainian military activities. The man had received military training in Russia, enlisted in Ukraine's armed forces in 2025, and is accused of attempting to provide information about Ukrainian military personnel, units, and locations to Russian intelligence services.

    21 August 2026 · The Standard

  2. Komanda X debuts on ABC's triple j as first Kenyan Swahili rapper

    Kenyan-Australian rapper Komanda X has made his debut on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's triple j Unearthed platform with his single "More Energy," becoming the first Swahili rapper from Kenya to reach the platform. The track blends Swahili and English over hip-hop production and reflects East African influences alongside Komanda X's experience building a creative career between Kenya and Australia.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 20 August

  1. El Niño ocean pattern reshapes East Africa's rainy seasons

    El Niño is a natural climate pattern in which surface waters in the central and eastern Pacific warm well above average, part of a larger climate cycle called the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) that oscillates between three states and reshapes weather patterns globally and across East Africa.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya must build scientific support to sustain athletic success

    Kenya's athletic talent is plentiful, but the country lacks the scientific infrastructure—physiologists, nutritionists, data analysis—that rival nations use to develop and sustain medal-winning careers. Without proper screening and laboratory support, Kenya loses athletes to preventable injuries and doping, while foreign competitors exploit Kenyan altitude and trails to gain advantage.

    20 August 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 16 August

  1. Bangladesh wins historic first Test on Australian soil

    Bangladesh defeated Australia by nine wickets inside four days in Darwin, marking their first Test victory on Australian soil and only second against Australia overall. Former captain Akram Khan called it the biggest achievement in Bangladesh cricket Test history, built on complete team performance including fast bowler Hasan Mahmud's career-best 6-55.

    16 August 2026 · The Standard

Friday 14 August

  1. Kenya Simbas back-rower urges early preparations via sponsorship

    Kenya Simbas back-rower Bethwell Anami says increased sponsorship will enable the national rugby team to begin preparations earlier and avoid setbacks from late starts in previous seasons, allowing more time to build cohesion, fitness, and match readiness.

    14 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 12 August

  1. KRU rebuilds Kenya Simbas with Under-20 Chipu stars

    Following their failure to qualify for the 2027 Men's Rugby World Cup in Australia, the Kenya Rugby Union has unveiled a rebuilding plan for the national men's rugby team blending seasoned veterans with fresh talent from the Kenya Under-20 squad, Chipu, who won the 2026 Barthés Trophy.

    12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 10 August

  1. Sex doll mistaken for murder victim in rural Australia

    Two men found an abandoned suitcase in rural Australia on Sunday that police initially treated as a homicide, but forensic tests showed it contained a lifelike sex doll with clothes, hair, a nose piercing, and markings resembling bruises.

    10 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

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