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Audio By VocalizeBurundian nationals in Kenya at their embassy along dennis pritt road, Nairobi on September 8, 2026, seeking travel documents to leave the country, days after President William Ruto ordered closure of small businesses run by foreigners [David Gichuru, Standard] T …
Foreign trader crackdown: Lobby warns of arrests, extortion and harassmentThe Standard
… Natembeya criticised President William Ruto’s directive targeting foreign nationals involved in small-scale businesses, suggesting it has a hidden political motive.“President Ruto himself opened the borders of Kenya and stated that even foreigners should be granted identification …
Natembeya questions crackdown on foreign tradersThe Standard
… It must be an active partner in shaping them.”Dr Muoria said Kenya needs a training system that is developed with employers and responds directly to the needs of industry. …
Kenya turns to industry-linked TVET training to tackle skills mismatchThe Standard
… He is doing fine," said Etale.Etale said Oburu was expected to return to Kenya on Saturday. …
Oburu Oginga flies to UK for routine medical check-upThe Standard
… In a press statement on Thursday, September 10, the party said October would be observed as "Mwezi Wa Baba" (Baba's Month), in honour of Odinga's contribution to Kenya's democracy and his pan-Africanism. …
Raila's October: Inside ODM's month-long plan to keep Baba's memory aliveThe Standard
… Hared holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Kenya Methodist University, a Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Management from Development Dimensions Africa and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, specialising in Finance, from European International Uni …
Enter Ewaso Ng'iro River Basin Development Authority new bossFormer Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of using his office to conduct personal business across construction, banking, insurance, and supplies while creating a hostile environment for other Kenyans. Gachagua described this as "state capture" involving corrupt dealings to grow a business empire at the expense of ordinary Kenyans.
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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of using his office to conduct personal business across construction, banking, insurance, and supplies while creating a hostile environment for other Kenyans. Gachagua described this as "state capture" involving corrupt dealings to grow a business empire at the expense of ordinary Kenyans.
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Pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk has officially launched Ozempic for type 2 diabetes management and Wegovy for weight management in Kenya. Experts note that the impact will depend on patient affordability and early diagnosis rates, as Kenya faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases.
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki condemned an attempted disruption of a UDA grassroots meeting in Nembure, Manyatta Constituency, Embu County, where security officers used tear gas to disperse a group of young people. Kindiki accused opposition leaders of mobilising the youths and stated that political parties should be allowed to conduct their activities peacefully in Kenya's democracy.
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A guest opinion warns that floods threaten water contamination, sanitation failure, and disease spread including cholera, typhoid, and dysentery, alongside disrupted health facility access. Kenya must address these risks as the country prepares for El Niño rains.
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Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has declared that his political camp plans to remove President William Ruto from power in the 2027 General Election, and pledged to reverse policies including the housing levy if his proposed administration takes office.
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President Ruto said Kenya remains open to foreign investors and workers who comply with Kenyan laws and regulations, stating that the government has removed barriers to investment. He noted foreign direct investment had grown from $1.6 billion to $3.2 billion.
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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula defended President William Ruto's directive for foreign nationals doing business in Kenya to regularise their status, characterizing it as enforcement of existing laws to protect local entrepreneurs. Wetang'ula said Kenya remains open to investors but requires necessary documentation, licences and permits, and clarified that the directive should not be seen as closing Kenya's doors to other Africans or EAC nationals.
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Kisii Governor Simba Arati has sparked outrage after defending individuals labeled as "goons," arguing that youth hired to disrupt meetings and cause political mayhem are simply struggling citizens forced by poverty to make a living, and calling on rival leaders to show empathy towards them.
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More than 1,470 pigs have died from African Swine Fever in Kiambu County since mid-May, with significant outbreaks also reported in Tharaka-Nithi, Busia, Embu, Kakamega, Homa Bay and Migori counties. The government has heightened livestock disease surveillance and prevention measures in response.
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DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua has urged Kenyans living in the United States not to rush back home, citing poor leadership, lack of opportunities, and the government's failure to address basic challenges facing Kenyans.
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Uganda's National Social Security Fund is seeking to deepen financial links with Kenya by tapping into the savings and investment potential of Ugandans living and working in the country. The initiative, undertaken with the Uganda High Commission in Nairobi, aims to enable Ugandans in Kenya to save and build financial assets to support their eventual return and investment.
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China is expanding commercial engagement with East Africa, with more than 30 Chinese companies and business leaders visiting Mogadishu for a business forum focused on trade, manufacturing, technology, energy, agriculture and finance opportunities. Somalia's Ambassador to China said such engagements help turn diplomatic relations into practical business partnerships.
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Kenya is turning to religious leaders as part of a renewed national effort to prevent suicide.
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A decades-long legal dispute over the wealth of former freedom fighter Fredrick Polwarth Kubai, who alongside the Kapenguria six played a role in Kenya's independence, has been reignited in court.
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More than a decade after Kenya's devolved system of government took effect, Early Childhood Development Education officers say their careers, salaries and retirement benefits remain caught between two systems.
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Tanzania has agreed to help process and transport Burundi nationals seeking to return to their country, easing delays at the Kenya-Tanzania border in Migori County. The Migori County Commissioner attributed the challenge to shortage of buses rather than a breakdown in coordination between Kenya and its neighbours.
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Global Tilapia has become the first fish processing company in Kenya to secure FSSC 22000 Food Safety Certification, an internationally recognised standard that sets requirements for managing food safety risks across the food supply chain. The certification is intended to strengthen the company's operations, meet international requirements, and expand into new markets.
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According to a Federation of Kenya Employers survey, companies that invest in developing women leaders build a stronger pipeline of executives and board directors, while women in such environments experience higher job retention and promotions for high-performing talent.
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President William Ruto has defended his administration's borrowing record during a development tour of Kericho and Bomet counties, stating that Kenya has borrowed less under his leadership than during previous administrations, and that debt increased by 27 per cent in his first five years compared to higher increases under his predecessors.
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Kisumu County has banned street hawking under a 2026 Trade Policy, requiring small-scale traders to relocate to designated spaces in modern markets. Governor Anyang' Nyong'o says the move aims to give hawkers safer, more organized operating environments and better access to customers.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Dairy Board has warned that a milk shortage lasting about three months could persist for at least another month, with supermarket shelves across the country showing limited supplies and some available brands rising in price by as much as 30 per cent.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The government will require every farmer to tag their cows, sheep and goats with Animal Identification and Traceability (ANITRAC) tags to tackle livestock theft, improve disease surveillance and strengthen animal tracking. Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said cattle will be fitted with distinctive yellow ANITRAC ear tags, and livestock owners and traders found with animals without the required identification or who deliberately remove tags could face arrest.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
At least 500 boda boda riders in Kitengela underwent financial literacy training organised by Mogo Kenya and the Boda Boda Association of Kenya to promote responsible borrowing and reduce loan defaults. The training covered budgeting, cash-flow management, loan agreement comprehension, and engagement with financiers to address payment difficulties.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tusker FC head coach Julien Mette says the Brewers are ready to finish the job against Sudan's Al Ahli Madani in their CAF Confederation Cup return leg at Nyayo Stadium on Saturday. After a 2-2 draw in the first leg in Rwanda, Mette attributed the dropped lead to tactical naivety and poor game management by his young squad.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Competition Authority has approved Diageo's sale of its 65% stake in East African Breweries to Japan's Asahi Holdings for $2.3 billion (approximately Ksh.297.9 billion). The regulator imposed conditions including requirements that EABL reserve funds for outstanding liabilities and allocate 20% of cooler space in retail outlets to competitors' drinks.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya is expected to receive about Ksh.51.8 billion (equivalent to $400 million) in emergency financing from the World Bank through its Rapid Response Option, with funds aimed at addressing El Niño, an Ebola outbreak in the region, and high energy prices. The financing is expected to be made available within six weeks.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is rushing to complete market construction and modernization projects across the capital before the 2027 General Election, with three major markets—South B, Gikomba Quarry Road, and Maji Mazuri—nearing completion as part of his pledge to construct or modernize 20 markets across the city's 17 sub-counties.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
An artificial intelligence-driven influence operation allegedly used Anthropic's Claude AI model to mass-produce social media posts targeting former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua while promoting Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi, according to a threat intelligence report by Anthropic. The operation generated batches of tweets designed to portray the United Opposition as fractured and on the verge of collapse ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya joined global commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks, with Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'Oei reaffirming the country's commitment to fighting terrorism and violent extremism. Sing'Oei cited Kenya's own experience with major attacks including the 1998 US Embassy bombing, 2013 Westgate Mall attack, 2015 Garissa University attack, and 2019 DusitD2 complex attack.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto will begin a development tour of Nyanza region on Sunday, where he will inspect ongoing government projects including affordable housing, markets, roads and infrastructure, and engage with residents. The regional commissioner said the visit will allow communities to raise issues and the government to assess project progress.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →