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Fikirini Jacobs

Also known as: PS Fikirini Jacobs · Youth Affairs and Creative Economy Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs · Youth Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs · Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs · Youth Affairs Permanent Secretary Fikirini Jacobs · Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs · PS Fikirini · Mr Fikirini

Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Principal Secretary involved in investigation following fatal shooting of youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma.

2026-05-032026-08-23

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    President Ruto unveils Ksh.10 billion Blue Economy boost for Coast Region By PCS May 24, 2026 07:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter a thanksgiving service in honour of PS Fikirini at Mnagoni Primary School

    President Ruto unveils Ksh.10 billion Blue Economy boost for Coast Region
  3. Citizen Digital

    The man, holding a bible, joined the President on stage while he was making his address at a thanksgiving service for Youth Principal Secretary (PS) Fikirini Jacobs, briefly clinging on him.

    Man dodges President Ruto's security, joins him on stage in Kilifi
  4. Capital News

    The incident occurred during a thanksgiving event for Youth Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, where the Head of State was delivering remarks to a large outdoor gathering.

    Bible-wielding man dodges security, clings to President Ruto in Ganze
  5. The Standard

    The incident occurred during a Thanksgiving event for Youth Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, where a man carrying a Bible moved from the crowd, ascended the dais and briefly held onto Ruto before security officers intervened.

    IG Kanja orders police changes after Ruto security breach
  6. The Standard

    Principal Secretary in the State Department for Creative Economy, Fikirini Jacobs, said Kenya’s creative economy holds immense potential for employment creation, innovation and national transformation.

    Future of art, technology and Kenya's creative economy in job creation
  7. The Standard

    State Department for Creative Economy Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs said Kenya’s creative economy holds immense potential for employment creation, innovation and national transformation.

    Creative economy key to job creation, says PS Fikirini Jacobs
  8. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizePrincipal Secretary for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy, Fikirini Jacobs, has called on the youth to embrace Climate Change driven employment opportunities in the digital green economy.

    PS Fikirini calls for climate change youth-driven opportunities
  9. Capital News

    The IGAD Regional Youth Coalition on Climate and Climate-Resilient Agri-Food Systems was officially inaugurated by Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs and Creative Economy, Fikirini Jacobs, who emphasised the urgency of leveraging Africa’s youthful population to address climate

    IGAD Unveils Regional Youth Coalition To Shape Climate Policy, Drive Climate-Resilient Agriculture
  10. Citizen Digital

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    State House to bid to host next Kalasha Awards, Ruto says

Saturday 15 August

  1. ODM Coast leaders support Ruto re-election, seek DP slot talks

    ODM leaders from the Coast region, including Mining Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho, have backed President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid as coalition negotiations proceed, signalling a political realignment and positioning the region to seek the Deputy President position.

    15 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 29 July

  1. Government urges youth to pursue education and leadership

    The Internal Security PS, speaking at a requiem mass in Mombasa, urged young Kenyans to embrace education and leadership opportunities, saying their decisions today will shape their future, and highlighted the late student leader Elvis 'Beast' Otieno as an example of commitment to service and nation-building.

    29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 27 July

  1. Government moves copyright royalties to eCitizen platform

    The Government has migrated collection and distribution of copyright royalties to the eCitizen platform and appointed PAVRISK to collect royalties through the digital system. The transition, formalised by a Service Level Agreement between PAVRISK and the Directorate of eCitizen, aims to improve transparency, reduce revenue leakages, and boost earnings for copyright holders.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

Monday 13 July

  1. Unemployment drives Kenyan youths toward political mobilisation

    With formal employment scarce, many unemployed youths in Kenya increasingly turn to political rallies, campaigns, demonstrations and activism as sources of temporary income through allowances and daily wages, while politicians exploit economic hardship to mobilise supporters.

    13 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 10 July

  1. Opinion: PS should resign over Cecil Ouma death investigation

    An opinion piece argues that Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs Fikirini Jacobs should resign or step aside pending completion of an investigation into the death of youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma, which allegedly occurred in his presence and official vehicle, to strengthen public confidence in the investigation and demonstrate accountability.

    10 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 9 July

  1. Court releases bodyguard on bond pending shooting inquiry

    Makadara Law Courts has released Police Constable Rashid Charo, a bodyguard attached to Youth and Sports Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, on a personal bond of Sh20,000 pending further inquiry into a fatal shooting.

    9 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. PS Fikirini's bodyguard released on bond pending inquiry

    Makadara Law Courts has granted Police Constable Rashid Charo, a bodyguard to Youth and Sports Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, a personal bond of Sh20,000 pending further inquiry into a fatal shooting.

    9 July 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 8 July

  1. PS Jacobs' bodyguard released on bond in fatal shooting case

    PC Rashid Charo, bodyguard to Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, was released on a personal bond of Ksh.20,000 pending investigation into the fatal shooting of Cecil Otieno Anyango in Kariokor on June 30. The case was mentioned at Makadara Law Courts and adjourned to August 10.

    8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 5 July

  1. Opposition leaders demand arrest and resignation of youth affairs PS

    Opposition figures Martha Karua and Fred Matiang'i have called for the arrest and resignation of Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs over the fatal shooting of 28-year-old youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma, saying he should not remain in office while the matter is under police investigation.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Opposition leaders demand PS Fikirini arrest over youth mobiliser killing

    Opposition leaders Martha Karua and Fred Matiang'i called for the arrest and resignation of Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs over the fatal shooting of 28-year-old youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma, criticizing President Ruto for remaining silent while administration officials face allegations.

    5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 3 July

  1. Death of youth mobiliser reignites police conduct debate

    The death of Cecil Ouma, a youth mobiliser believed shot on Tuesday by a bodyguard assigned to Youth Affairs Permanent Secretary Fikirini Jacobs in Nairobi's Kariokor area, has renewed discussion about police conduct in handling civilians.

    3 July 2026 · The Standard

  2. PS Fikirini Jacobs records statement after youth mobiliser fatal shooting

    Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs recorded a statement in connection with the death of 28-year-old Cecil Ouma, who died on Tuesday after being shot during a youth empowerment programme in Nairobi's Kariokor area, amid pressure for Jacobs to resign.

    3 July 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 2 July

  1. PS Fikirini Jacobs records statement in youth mobiliser murder probe

    Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs recorded a statement with detectives at Nairobi Regional Criminal Investigations Headquarters on Thursday as the probe into the fatal shooting of 28-year-old youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma progressed. PS Fikirini conveyed condolences to Ouma's family and described the incident as a tragic and untimely loss, noting that the circumstances remain under active investigation.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Seven questioned after youth mobiliser shot dead in PS's car

    Police questioned seven people, including two bodyguards of Youth Affairs PS Fikirini Jacobs, following the fatal shooting of political mobiliser Cecil Ouma inside the state official's vehicle in Nairobi on Tuesday. The family accused the bodyguards of using excessive force; the dispute allegedly arose over a transport reimbursement after a government event.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 12 June

  1. EACC launches ethics club at university to combat youth corruption

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has challenged students to reject corruption and dishonesty at the launch of an Ethics and Integrity Club at Mount Kenya University, citing growing acceptance of unethical practices among young people including tax evasion, fake certificates, and plagiarism.

    12 June 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 11 June

  1. EACC urges university students to lead anti-corruption efforts

    Anti-graft officials have challenged university students to champion ethical leadership and reject corruption, academic fraud, and dishonesty. The Ethics and Integrity club was launched at Mount Kenya University as part of efforts to nurture integrity among young people and build a country where qualifications are earned and leadership is guided by honesty.

    11 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 25 May

  1. IG orders investigation into President Ruto's security breach in Kilifi

    The National Police Service has launched an investigation after a man breached security and joined President William Ruto on stage during a public address in Ganze, Kilifi County on Sunday. Inspector General Douglas Kanja said he has constituted a special investigations team to probe the incident, noting that any breach involving the Head of State is a matter of grave concern.

    25 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ruto's security tightened after Kilifi incident

    President Ruto avoided frequent mingling with crowds in Kilifi on Monday after his security was bolstered following a Sunday incident in Ganze. The General Service Unit officers were deployed in layered security around his motorcade, keeping crowds at a distance.

    25 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 24 May

  1. President Ruto's security team ordered overhauled after breach

    A man breached the security cordon and got close to President Ruto during a public event in Ganze, Kilifi County on Sunday. The Inspector General of Police announced a major overhaul of the President's security team, calling the incident a grave security lapse.

    24 May 2026 · Capital News

  2. Police IG orders overhaul of presidential security after Kilifi breach

    Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has ordered significant changes to the presidential security detail following a security breach in Bamba, Kilifi County, where a man breached the security cordon and gained close contact with President William Ruto during a speech. Kanja has constituted a special investigations team to investigate the incident.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. President Ruto announces Ksh.10 billion Coast blue economy investment

    President Ruto has announced government investment of more than Ksh.10 billion in blue economy projects at the Coast, including five fish landing sites, three fish markets, 272 modern fishing boats, a Ksh.1.5 billion hatchery, and a Ksh.2 billion Shimoni Fish Port in Kwale County, aimed at strengthening families dependent on fishing.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Man breaches security, joins President Ruto on stage in Kilifi

    A man holding a bible dodged President William Ruto's security and briefly joined him on stage at a thanksgiving service for Youth Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs in Ganze, Kilifi County on Sunday. Security officers tackled and removed the man, but Ruto ordered them to stop and later said the man was "fighting for his luck."

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Man with Bible breaches security at President Ruto event in Ganze

    A man carrying a Bible reached the dais where President William Ruto was speaking at a thanksgiving event in Ganze, Kilifi County, briefly held onto him before security intervened. The President told his security team to leave the man alone, saying he had no problem.

    24 May 2026 · Capital News

  6. IG Kanja overhauls presidential security after Ruto breach

    At a Thanksgiving event in Ganze, Kilifi County on May 24, a man carrying a Bible ascended the presidential dais and briefly held onto President Ruto before security intervened. Inspector General Douglas Kanja said the breach was unacceptable, constituted a threat to national security, and has ordered immediate changes to the presidential security detail and launched a special investigation.

    24 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Kenya positions creative economy as youth employment driver

    Government officials say Kenya's creative industry is well placed to create jobs for youth and boost the economy through integration of art, technology and innovation. A Women in Technology and Innovation Africa Creative Show 2026 event brought together policymakers, artists, and innovators to discuss the future of Kenya's creative economy.

    13 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 10 May

  1. Creative economy key to youth employment, government says

    Kenya's creative economy holds potential for employment creation and national transformation, according to the State Department for Creative Economy Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs, who spoke at the Women in Technology and Innovation Africa Creative Show 2026 in Nairobi.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 6 May

  1. PS Fikirini urges youth to pursue climate change job opportunities

    Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs Fikirini Jacobs called on young people to embrace climate-change driven employment in the digital green economy, emphasising innovations in farming and self-sustaining financial systems. He was speaking at the launch of the IGAD Regional Youth Coalition on Climate and Climate Resilient Afri-Food Systems, and noted that the Nyota Program seeks to provide capital to agri-based innovations benefiting youth in informal sectors.

    6 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 5 May

  1. IGAD launches regional youth coalition on climate and agriculture

    A new IGAD Regional Youth Coalition on Climate and Climate-Resilient Agri-Food Systems has been officially launched in Nairobi to tackle climate change and strengthen food systems in Eastern Africa. Kenya's Principal Secretary for Youth Affairs emphasised the importance of leveraging Africa's youthful population to drive climate action and development in the region.

    5 May 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 3 May

  1. State House bids to host next Kalasha Awards ceremony

    President William Ruto announced that the State House would bid to host the next Kalasha Awards and disclosed that 30 per cent of government advertising would be spent on creative platforms to support Kenya's creative economy and film sector talent.

    3 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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