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Kenya Air Force

Also known as: Kenya Air Force Base

Kenya Air Force — military branch subject to senior leadership changes announced by President Ruto in June 2026.

2026-05-092026-06-13

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  1. June 2026
  2. Capital News

    County officials have argued in court filings that the project raises serious concerns relating to public health, governance, tourism and child safety, particularly because the proposed site is said to be within the Kenya Air Force Base in Nanyuki, where schools are also located.

    Protests Erupt again in Nanyuki Over Proposed Ebola Treatment Facility
  3. Capital News

    Another major concern raised relates to the location of the proposed facility within the Kenya Air Force Base in Nanyuki, where Laikipia Airbase Primary School and Laikipia Airbase Junior School operate.

    Laikipia County Opposes Proposed Ebola Quarantine Facility in Nanyuki
  4. Citizen Digital

    The county also raises concerns over the location of the proposed facility within the Kenya Air Force Base in Nanyuki, where Laikipia Airbase Primary School and Laikipia Airbase Junior School are situated.

    Laikipia County opposes Ebola quarantine facility over public health, governance concerns
  5. The Standard

    Mwenda Mbijiwe, a former Kenya Air Force officer and security analyst, has been missing since June 2021.

    Without a trace: Probe gaps, State silence shroud missing persons cases
  6. The Standard

    Mwenda Mbijiwe, a former Kenya Air Force officer and security analyst, has been missing since June 2021.

    From Mwenda Mbijiwe to Bongoko and Wamuyu: How probe gaps and State silence shroud missing persons cases
  7. Citizen Digital

    PHOTO | PCS Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto has announced a series of senior appointments, promotions and postings within the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), affecting top leadership positions in the Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force and Defence Headquarters.

    President Ruto announces leadership changes in Kenya Defence Forces
  8. Capital News

    The country’s dedicated presidential jet, a Fokker 70 acquired in 1995 and operated by the Kenya Air Force, has been away in the Netherlands since August 2025 amid growing concerns about its operational lifespan.

    Ruto sticks to chartered planes as presidential jet remains grounded in Netherlands
  9. Capital News

    The demonstrators initially marched toward the perimeter of Laikipia Airbase but were blocked by heavily armed Kenya Air Force personnel, who denied them access to the military installation.

    Duale to Explain Ebola Preparedness, US Deal Before National Assembly plenary
  10. Capital News

    The demonstrators initially marched toward the perimeter of Laikipia Airbase but were blocked by heavily armed Kenya Air Force personnel, who denied them access to the military installation.

    Duale to Explain Ebola Preparedness, US Deal Before Parliamentary Committee
  11. Capital News

    Running battles erupted in parts of Nanyuki town after demonstrators regrouped from an earlier march toward Laikipia Airbase, where they had initially sought to access the military installation but were blocked by heavily armed Kenya Air Force personnel.

    Police Clash With Nanyuki Protesters Over Proposed Ebola Facility as Tensions Escalate
Society

Nanyuki residents protest proposed Ebola treatment facility plan

The News

Residents in Nanyuki staged protests over plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility, expressing fears over public health risks, demanding greater transparency, and raising concerns about safety near populated areas, schools and businesses. The proposed facility has sparked debate in Laikipia County, with local leaders questioning the decision-making process and citing potential economic impact on the town as a tourism and business hub.

9 June 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Nanyuki residents protest proposed Ebola treatment facility plan

    Residents in Nanyuki staged protests over plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility, expressing fears over public health risks, demanding greater transparency, and raising concerns about safety near populated areas, schools and businesses. The proposed facility has sparked debate in Laikipia County, with local leaders questioning the decision-making process and citing potential economic impact on the town as a tourism and business hub.

    9 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. Laikipia County opposes proposed Ebola facility in Nanyuki

    Laikipia County Government has formally opposed plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and isolation facility in the county, citing concerns over public health safety, economic impact, governance procedures, and the welfare of children, and arguing that county authorities were excluded from critical decision-making processes.

    9 June 2026 · Capital News

Monday 8 June

  1. Laikipia County opposes Ebola quarantine facility plan

    The County Government of Laikipia has opposed the establishment of a proposed Ebola Quarantine and Isolation Facility within the county, citing public health, governance, economic and child protection concerns. The county argues that it already faces significant challenges in financing community health services and is inadequately equipped to respond to a major infectious disease outbreak.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Investigation gaps, state silence cloud missing persons cases

    A former Kenya Air Force officer and security analyst has been missing since June 2021. The article examines investigation gaps and state silence surrounding missing persons cases in Kenya.

    8 June 2026 · The Standard

  3. Investigation gaps and silence shroud missing persons cases

    The Standard reports on multiple missing persons cases in Kenya, including Mwenda Mbijiwe, a former Kenya Air Force officer and security analyst missing since June 2021, highlighting how investigation gaps and state silence have left families without answers.

    8 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 5 June

  1. Ruto announces KDF senior leadership changes and promotions

    President William Ruto has announced a series of senior appointments, promotions and postings within the Kenya Defence Forces affecting top leadership positions in the Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force and Defence Headquarters, made on the recommendation of the Defence Council.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 4 June

  1. Ruto travels South Africa on chartered plane as presidential jet remains grounded

    President William Ruto travelled to South Africa on Wednesday aboard a privately chartered Boeing Business Jet 2, as Kenya's official presidential aircraft—a Fokker 70 acquired in 1995—remains out of service in the Netherlands since August 2025.

    4 June 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Health CS to brief Assembly on Ebola preparedness, US arrangement

    Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale is scheduled to brief the National Assembly on Kenya's preparedness for the Ebola Bundibugyo virus and clarify an arrangement with the United States regarding quarantine of exposed Americans. The briefing follows protests by Nanyuki residents against a proposed isolation facility at Laikipia Airbase.

    3 June 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Health CS to brief Parliament on Ebola preparedness and US deal

    Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale will brief the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health on Kenya's Ebola Bundibugyo preparedness and clarify an arrangement between Nairobi and Washington regarding quarantining of Americans exposed to the virus. The briefing follows protests in Nanyuki against the proposed establishment of an Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Airbase.

    2 June 2026 · Capital News

Monday 1 June

  1. Police fire tear gas as Nanyuki protests escalate over Ebola facility

    Anti-riot police clashed with hundreds of protesters in Nanyuki on Monday during demonstrations against a proposed Ebola quarantine and isolation facility at Laikipia Airbase, firing tear gas and warning shots to disperse crowds as confrontations escalated from initially peaceful marches.

    1 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. Hundreds protest planned Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Airbase

    Hundreds of residents in Nanyuki staged a protest on Monday against the proposed establishment of an Ebola quarantine and isolation facility at Laikipia Airbase. Security forces cordoned off the military installation, forcing demonstrators to redirect their procession toward Nanyuki town, where the largely peaceful protest caused localized disruptions including traffic congestion and business interruptions.

    1 June 2026 · Capital News

  3. Wajir County hosts Madaraka Day celebrations for first time

    Wajir County is hosting the Madaraka Day celebrations for the first time in history, with this year's theme focused on education, skills, and the future. President William Ruto led the 2026 celebrations at Wajir Stadium, marking the first time the national event is being held in North Eastern Kenya.

    1 June 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 10 May

  1. Kenya Pipeline, KCB extend winning runs in KVF league

    Reigning champions Kenya Pipeline whitewashed Kenyatta University 25-1, 25-2, 25-9, while former champions KCB defeated A-Plus 25-13, 25-16, 25-11 as play-offs lineup takes shape in the Kenya Volleyball Federation Women's National League.

    10 May 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 9 May

  1. DCI, Pipeline and KCB win in Kenya volleyball league

    DCI beat KDF in straight sets to register their sixth win of the 2025-2026 season, while defending champions Kenya Pipeline and former holders KCB Bank also won their matches. Pipeline defeated previously top-placed Postbank 3-1, with Postbank suffering their second defeat.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard

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