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  1. June 2026
  2. The Standard

    … S&P assigned the Cairo-based pan-African lender a ‘BBB+’ long-term and ‘A-2’ short-term issuer credit rating, both with a Stable Outlook, the bank announced on Monday.The ‘BBB+’ rating – one notch above speculative grade – means Afreximbank is now considered low-risk by internati …

    Afreximbank secures investment grade rating, boosting lending firepower
  3. Citizen Digital

    … r June 07, 2026 09:28 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Microfinance and technology company Turaco has won the Innovation of the Year Award at the 11th African Insurance Awards held in Cairo …

    Turaco wins innovation of the year award at African insurance awards
  4. The Standard

    … She is not only a proud Olympian, but also captains Kenya Volleyball Federation women’s defending champions Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), whom she recently led to a third-place finish at the Africa women’s club championships in Cairo, Egypt. …

    How Ekaru has scaled sporting heights to become a proud Olympian
  5. Citizen Digital

    … The duo will attend the Second WAFCON Preparatory Course scheduled for June 25–30, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, as part of their preparation for the tournament. …

    Referee Josephine Wanjiku reflects on 'proud' WAFCON selection
  6. May 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    … "I have so far traveled with the vehicle to Cairo, Cape Town and Casablanca and now I am in Europe. …

    Kenyan motorist embarks on Canadian cross-country roadtrip in epic solo drive
  8. Citizen Digital

    … Audio By Vocalize The road to the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations PAMOJA 2027 has officially taken shape after the qualifiers draw was conducted in Cairo, Egypt, placing Kenya’s Harambee Stars in Group D alongside South Africa, Guinea, and Eritrea. …

    Kenya placed in Group D of 2027 AFCON qualifiers
  9. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeThe road to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations officially began after the qualifiers draw held in Cairo, Egypt. …

    McCarthy faces emotional South Africa reunion
  10. Citizen Digital

    … The three-day congress, held simultaneously across Ramallah, Gaza, Cairo and Beirut, drew 2,507 voters -- a turnout of 94.64 percent, organisers said. …

    Palestinian president's son elected to top Fatah leadership body
  11. The Standard

    … nership agreement between Konza Technopolis, RedStart Tunisie and Seketak to support startup exchange programmes, joint acceleration initiatives and ecosystem development.Assem Kamel, CEO of Seketak Solutions, said the initiative builds on previous editions held in Tunisia, Cairo …

    Kenya targets North African startups in regional innovation push
  12. Citizen Digital

    … se of skater Kevin Kiarie By Citizen Sports May 11, 2026 03:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenyan skating star Kevin Kiarie (C - holding flowers) upon his arrival at the JKIA on April 7, 2026 from Cairo …

    From training in an apartment basement to topping Africa: the rise and rise of skater Kevin Kiarie

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Gor Mahia begins KPL title defence against Murang'a Seal

    Gor Mahia launch their 2026/2027 Kenyan Premier League campaign against Murang'a Seal at Nyayo National Stadium on Tuesday, aiming to bounce back from a 7-1 aggregate loss to Egyptian side Pyramids FC in the CAF Champions League and a 2-1 loss to Rayon Sports in the CECAFA Kagame Cup final.

    13 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 8 October

  1. Sports Ministry aids skater's visa bid for World Skate Games

    Kenya's Sports Ministry is working with the Foreign Affairs Ministry to secure an emergency transit visa for skater Kelvin Kiarie to reach the World Skate Games in Paraguay after he missed his October 2 departure due to visa complications in Panama.

    8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 7 October

  1. Afreximbank: Dangote Lamu refinery to conserve Kenya's foreign reserves

    African Export-Import Bank says the 700,000 barrel-per-day Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals SEZ planned for Lamu will help conserve Kenya's foreign exchange reserves, strengthen regional energy security, and reduce dependence on distant supply chains.

    7 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 5 October

  1. Ethiopian rebel forces withdraw from Tigray capital Mekelle

    Tigray People's Liberation Front forces have temporarily withdrawn from Mekelle, the regional capital, citing risks to civilians as fighting with the national army intensifies. Two residents and pro-government control reports confirm the TPLF's departure from the city, marking a major shift in the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia's northern regions.

    5 October 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 2 October

  1. Ethiopia army HQ explosion sparked regional diplomatic tensions

    Drone strikes likely caused explosions at Ethiopia's army headquarters this week amid renewed fighting between federal forces and the Tigray People's Liberation Front. The conflict triggered a breakdown in relations between Ethiopia and both Eritrea and Egypt, with the two countries expelling diplomats and severing or suspending diplomatic ties.

    2 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Nairobi ranked among Africa's top five cities for growth

    Oxford Economics named Nairobi among Africa's five cities to watch over the next 25 years, with strong projected growth in technology, financial and industrial sectors. The ranking places Nairobi 327th globally and 26th in human capital.

    1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Mofokeng scores twice as South Africa beats Eritrea 5-0

    Relebohile Mofokeng scored twice for South Africa in a 5-0 victory over Eritrea in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying on Wednesday in Cairo. Yaya Sithole, Iqraam Rayners and Luther Singh also scored as South Africa dominated the matchday two fixture.

    1 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 25 September

  1. KCB Women's Volleyball Team loses key players to rivals

    KCB Women's Volleyball Team has lost several players including libero Josphine Kataa and setter Esther Mutinda, with some crossing to rivals Kenya Pipeline and others moving elsewhere. Coach Japheth Munala says the team is committed to rebuilding ahead of the 2026/27 Kenya Volleyball Federation National League season.

    25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Africa must demand action over promises at UN assembly

    An opinion piece argues that African leaders attending the 81st UN General Assembly should demand concrete commitments rather than rhetoric, noting that decades of global summitry have yielded unfulfilled pledges on climate finance and economic decision-making, leaving Africa over-discussed yet excluded from binding negotiations.

    25 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 24 September

  1. Wafalme Stars finish ninth at African Nations volleyball Championship

    Kenya's national men's volleyball team Wafalme Stars defeated the Democratic Republic of Congo 3–1 to secure ninth place at the Africa Nations Championships in Tunis on Thursday, marking their third consecutive ninth-place finish at the tournament.

    24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Sudan and Saudi Arabia advance Red Sea maritime border talks

    Sudan and Saudi Arabia have established a technical committee to delimit their maritime border, which has remained undefined for nearly half a century. The committee will review maps and legal documents to draft a delimitation plan, with Saudi coordination also planned for maritime surveillance centres.

    24 September 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Gor Mahia backs coach Akonnor after CAF Champions League loss

    Gor Mahia have backed head coach Charles Akonnor despite the club's 7-1 aggregate exit from the CAF Champions League preliminary round at the hands of Pyramids FC. Club Secretary General Nicannor Arum said Akonnor should not be blamed, citing his recent league title and run to the regional finals where they lost to Rayon Sports.

    23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 18 September

  1. Gor Mahia suspends two players after CAF defeat in Cairo

    Gor Mahia FC has suspended goalkeeper Byrne Omondi and defender Mike Kibwage for 14 days pending investigation into their conduct during a CAF match against Pyramids FC in Cairo. Defender Frank Odhiambo was issued a warning over his performance in the same match.

    18 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Nairobi River restoration efforts have repeatedly failed residents

    An opinion piece examines why decades of attempts to rehabilitate the polluted, encroached Nairobi River—including the 1999 Nairobi River Basin Rehabilitation Programme and the current Climate Works Mtaani Initiative—have not delivered the clean, pleasant waterway residents expect.

    18 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Tusker advances in Confederation Cup; Gor Mahia exits Champions League

    Gor Mahia exited the CAF Champions League after losing 5-1 to Pyramids FC in Cairo on Sunday, bowing out 7-1 on aggregate, while Tusker narrowly survived in the Confederation Cup. The contrasting results expose gaps between Kenyan clubs and leading African sides, with both teams entering continental assignments without competitive league matches due to the delayed SportPesa Premier League start.

    15 September 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 14 September

  1. Akonnor criticises Gor Mahia errors after Egyptian defeat

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor criticised his players' individual mistakes after the team's 5-1 defeat to Pyramids FC in the CAF Champions League, saying they conceded four goals due to defensive errors and crashed out 7-1 on aggregate.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gor Mahia eliminated from CAF Champions League in Cairo

    Gor Mahia crashed out of the CAF Champions League preliminary round after losing 5–1 to Egyptian side Pyramids FC in the second leg, exiting 7–1 on aggregate following a 2–0 first-leg defeat at home.

    14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Pyramids beat Gor Mahia 5-1 to advance from Champions League

    Gor Mahia's CAF Champions League campaign ended at the first-round stage after reigning African champions Pyramids FC defeated them 5-1 in Cairo on Sunday, completing a 7-1 aggregate victory. Needing to overturn a two-goal deficit from the first leg, Gor Mahia conceded early and often at Cairo's Air Defense Stadium as Pyramids advanced toward the league phase of the competition.

    14 September 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Gor Mahia face Pyramids in Cairo CAF Champions League second leg

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor prepares his side to face Pyramids FC in the second leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round at the 30 June Stadium in Cairo, seeking redemption after losing the first encounter 2-0 in Nairobi. Akonnor plans tactical adjustments while emphasizing defensive solidity and strategic attacking, acknowledging the team still has a chance despite the deficit.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 11 September

  1. Gor Mahia loses to Egyptian Pyramids FC in CAF Champions League

    Pyramids FC of Egypt defeated Gor Mahia FC 2–0 in the first round of the 2026 CAF Champions League at Nyayo Stadium. The article notes that Kenyan clubs have struggled historically against Egyptian opponents in continental competitions and that no Kenyan club has ever defeated an Egyptian club on Egyptian soil.

    11 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Gor Mahia coach demands grit for Pyramids comeback

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has called for fierce determination and absolute concentration ahead of the second-leg CAF Champions League clash against Egypt's Pyramids FC on Sunday. The Kenyan champions lost 2-0 at home and must defeat Pyramids by three clear goals in Cairo to advance to the next round.

    10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Nairobi Grade A office occupancy rises to 84.8 percent

    Nairobi recorded one of the greatest improvements in prime office performance, with Grade A occupancy rising from 81.5 per cent in December 2025 to 84.8 per cent in June 2026, while prime rents remained stable at about Sh1,684 per square metre per month, according to Knight Frank's Africa Offices Market Dashboard report.

    9 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Gor and Tusker face uphill battles in CAF continental tie returns

    Gor Mahia lost 2-0 to Egyptian champions Pyramids FC in their CAF Champions League first preliminary round first leg, while Tusker drew 2-2 with Sudanese side Al-Ahli Madani in the CAF Confederation Cup first leg played in Rwanda. Both Kenyan sides face crucial return matches next weekend to keep their continental campaigns alive.

    8 September 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 7 September

  1. Akonnor confident Gor Mahia can overturn two-goal deficit against Pyramids

    Gor Mahia lost 2-0 to Egypt's Pyramids FC in the first leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary-round tie at Nyayo Stadium, but head coach Charles Akonnor believes his side can overturn the deficit in next Sunday's return leg in Cairo. Akonnor attributed the defeat to Pyramids' greater experience and match sharpness from having played several league matches already this season.

    7 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Akonnor urges Gor Mahia to show quality against Pyramids

    Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has called on his players to demonstrate their abilities in the CAF Champions League encounter against Egyptian side Pyramids FC at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, noting that national team coaches will be watching and the match is an important platform beyond a normal league fixture.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Gor Mahia face Pyramids FC in CAF Champions League first leg

    Gor Mahia begin their CAF Champions League campaign against Egyptian giants Pyramids FC at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday. Coach Charles Akonnor says the team has prepared well on tactics, fitness and mentality for the preliminary-round first leg.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 24 August

  1. Eto'o defends FIFA president Infantino amid pressure to resign

    Former Cameroon star Samuel Eto'o has backed FIFA president Gianni Infantino, saying he "hasn't done anything wrong" despite intense scrutiny over a failed private investment proposal for FIFA tournaments including the World Cup. UEFA and other federations have withdrawn support and threatened boycotts over the controversial plan.

    24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Tusker to face Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in CAF Confederation Cup

    Tusker FC will begin their 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup campaign against Sudan's Al Ahli Madani, hosting the first leg between September 4 and 6 before traveling for the return match a week later. The FKF Cup winners will advance to the second preliminary round if they eliminate Al Ahli Madani, with a place in the group stage at stake.

    6 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. KPA women's basketball team unbeaten, eyes league title

    Kenya Ports Authority's women's basketball team has remained unbeaten in the National Women's Basketball Premier League, defeating Zetech Sparks 70-39 and leading the standings with 17 wins from 17 matches. Coach Samuel Ocholla has challenged the side to sustain momentum in their title defence.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 3 August

  1. Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes eastern Egypt near Suez

    A magnitude 5.5 earthquake shook eastern Egypt early Monday about 40 kilometres north of Suez, prompting authorities to activate response plans. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage, though tremors were felt across a wide area including Cairo and El-Arish.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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