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… In the Americas, Finland and France, there are several hundred cases annually. Only certain strains of hantaviruses found exclusively in rodents -- rats, mice, and voles -- are transmitted to humans.How dangerous are they? …
What is hantavirus, and can it spread between humans?The Standard
… It needs one with full command of his ministry.In Finland, whose education system is widely regarded as among the world’s best, the minister of education operates with clear statutory authority over curriculum standards, teacher qualifications, and institutional conduct. …
CS Education must have full control of ministryA Nakuru court acquitted Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago and two co-accused of charges in a Ksh.1.1 billion Finland scholarship case allegedly operated by the county government, dismissing all charges for lack of evidence. Families who enrolled in the programme and invested millions of shillings report anguish over the ruling and their financial losses.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nakuru court acquitted Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago and two co-accused of charges in a Ksh.1.1 billion Finland scholarship case allegedly operated by the county government, dismissing all charges for lack of evidence. Families who enrolled in the programme and invested millions of shillings report anguish over the ruling and their financial losses.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Anthony Taylor, a 47-year-old Premier League and World Cup referee, announced his retirement on Tuesday, citing intense pressure and scrutiny on officials. He officiated 831 games across his 20-year career, including 432 Premier League matches and games at the 2022 and 2026 World Cups.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The European Union and Britain announced coordinated sanctions against Russia on Monday over cyber attacks in Europe, accusing Moscow's FSB intelligence agency of involvement. Brussels sanctioned nine people and four entities while London added 24 names to its blacklist, citing Russia's stepped-up "hybrid" campaign to destabilise Europe over four years into the war in Ukraine.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
An audit by the Public Service Commission into recruitment practices at the Office of the Attorney General found concerns including individuals appointed without applying and unqualified candidates being shortlisted. The opinion piece argues that meritocracy—appointments based on competence, qualifications, and integrity rather than patronage or other unrelated considerations—is fundamental to effective institutions and governance.
9 July 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Alexander Muteti directed the release of Halima Ngache, arrested on June 30 by the DCI's Serious Crimes Unit over allegations she operated an X account publishing information about President Ruto's flight movements. The case will be mentioned on Monday for a ruling.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that President Ruto's recent clash with Standard Media Group over editorial criticism demonstrates healthy democratic tension, not dysfunction. The author contends that media freedom requires inevitable friction between press and state power, and cites international examples including Finland to support the case that such confrontations are hallmarks of robust democracies.
3 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Competency-Based Education curriculum, designed to address criticism that graduates lack practical skills despite strong academics, shifts focus from memorised content to demonstrating competence through projects, teamwork, and problem-solving. The first university intake of CBE learners is set for 2029.
2 July 2026 · Capital News →
A partnership between Tatu City and German development agency GIZ has been launched to promote vocational training and improve youth employability in the construction sector through the Build4Skills programme, which integrates practical training into real infrastructure projects using a dual-training model inspired by Germany's approach.
2 July 2026 · The Standard →
FIFA announced an under-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan from October 22–31, saying the competition would be open to all FIFA member associations. Russia, barred from international competitions since 2022, interpreted the statement as an invitation to return.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Finland's parliament voted 125–61 to lift a total ban on nuclear weapons, allowing them to be brought, transported, supplied, or possessed where Finland's military defence requires it, aligning the country with NATO's deterrence policy after joining the alliance in 2023. The decision repeals restrictions from the Nuclear Energy Act dating to the 1980s and requires presidential approval.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mosquitoes are attracted to some people more than others based on a complex mix of sensory cues including body odour, heat, and exhaled carbon dioxide, which female mosquitoes detect with finely-tuned receptors to select their targets, according to researchers.
16 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto is travelling to Evian, France for the G7 Leaders' Summit, where he will champion Africa's economic agenda and push for reforms to the global financial system. He received a personal invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron and will present Africa's common position as shaped during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi last month.
15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manuel Neuer will start in goal for Germany against Curacao in his fifth World Cup, coach Julian Nagelsmann confirmed on Saturday. The 40-year-old goalkeeper is making his first appearance for Germany in nearly two years after being brought out of international retirement.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has defended his frequent international travels, saying they are part of his official duties as Head of State and chief diplomat rather than leisure trips. Speaking at a town hall in Helsinki, Finland, Ruto emphasized that his foreign engagements aim to advance Kenya's diplomatic, trade, and investment interests.
12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto concluded visits to Finland, Belgium, and Norway by calling on Kenyans in the Nordic region to support and invest in domestic government initiatives, highlighting progress in affordable housing, student hostels, and modern markets. He outlined outcomes from the visits aimed at strengthening economic cooperation, including fast-tracking a Kenya-EU Economic Partnership Agreement and expanding Kenya's maritime industry.
12 June 2026 · Capital News →
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has dismissed criticism of President William Ruto's absence during the 2026/27 Budget Statement presentation, ruling that there is no constitutional, legal or procedural requirement for the President to attend Parliament when the Treasury Cabinet Secretary presents the budget. Wetang'ula stated the budget-making process is Parliament's preserve and is distinct from occasions when the President addresses a joint sitting of the House.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto met with business leaders ahead of a Finland–Kenya Business Forum in Helsinki, heading a delegation from Kenya's technology, connectivity, data infrastructure, financial services and investment sectors. The forum aims to explore opportunities in digital economy, innovation, connectivity and sustainable development, with expected discussions on fintech, data centres, digital services, artificial intelligence and green technology.
11 June 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto's plan to reduce Kenya's reliance on debt-funded mega projects is facing fiscal challenges marked by persistent revenue shortfalls, a widening budget deficit, and mounting pressure on public finances.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has undertaken diplomatic visits across Tanzania, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, South Africa, Belgium and Finland to strengthen economic and strategic cooperation, with officials saying the engagements aim to lower the cost of doing business, support job creation and improve economic opportunities. The long-term impact depends on implementation of agreements reached, and the trips remain subject to public and policy debate regarding their cost versus potential economic gains.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has called for urgent reforms in global governance systems, warning that the world is undergoing rapid transformation driven by technological advancement and shifting centres of power. Speaking at the Kultaranta Talks in Finland, Ruto stressed that Kenya and Africa are active participants shaping emerging systems of cooperation rather than passive observers.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto's plan to reduce Kenya's reliance on debt-funded mega projects is facing challenges from persistent revenue shortfalls, a widening budget deficit, and mounting pressure on public finances.
11 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto told the international community that the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is a major concern for Kenya, defending the government's establishment of an Ebola containment facility in Laikipia with US support. This follows clashes between protesters and police that left at least one person dead.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya and Finland have signed memoranda of understanding on education (covering technical and vocational training, teacher development, and competency-based learning), digital innovation (digitisation of public services and digital transformation), and climate action (climate change resilience, environmental sustainability, and green growth). President William Ruto witnessed the ceremony with President Alexander Stubb in Helsinki on June 10, 2026.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Hussain Sajwani, chairman of DAMAC Properties and second on Forbes' Arab rich-list, is investing billions into data centres across 13 countries, aiming to capitalize on AI boom and become the global leader in the field.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto arrived in Helsinki for a two-day state visit focused on strengthening bilateral relations, trade, investment, technology partnerships, and cooperation in clean energy and sustainable development. During his preceding Norway visit, Ruto met with Norwegian officials and businesses to advance Kenya-Norway cooperation on shipping, blue economy, and sovereign wealth fund management, resulting in Norwegian firms' commitment to recruit 120 Kenyan seafarers by end-of-year and 1,000 more by 2030.
10 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya and Finland signed three memoranda of understanding on education, digitalisation, and environmental cooperation during President Ruto's state visit to Helsinki. The agreements aim to expand collaboration in technical and vocational training, digital public services, and climate resilience.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto oversaw the signing of three major cooperation agreements with Finland during a State Visit to Helsinki, covering education, technology, and climate action. The agreements are expected to deepen bilateral relations through practical collaboration in TVET, digital transformation, and climate initiatives.
10 June 2026 · The Standard →
President Ruto has secured employment for 1,000 Kenyan seafarers with Norwegian ship management firm Wilhelmsen Ship Management, with 120 Kenyans to be hired by the end of this year as part of strengthening bilateral relations between Kenya and Norway.
9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto challenged Belgian manufacturers to set up factories in Kenya to process raw materials locally using clean power, rather than extracting and exporting them for processing abroad. Speaking at the Kenya–Belgium Business Roundtable in Brussels, Ruto called for Benelux firms to double their presence in Kenya and help triple bilateral trade from about $335 million in 2024 to $1 billion by 2030.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
Christian Eriksen, a 34-year-old former Manchester United midfielder with a pacemaker, collapsed during Denmark's friendly match against Ukraine in the 64th minute on Sunday. The team doctor reported that Eriksen was briefly unconscious but the pacemaker responded as intended, and Eriksen is in good spirits and recovering with his family.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →