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The shooting of a 14-year-old boy at Ol Donyo Lemura Ranch in Laikipia County is a painful narration, one that evokes bitterness and wrath, both of a grieving family and a community left at loss. …
Inside Ol Doinyo Lemboro ranch, the grassland of deathCitizen Digital
… livestock sector at risk as vaccine coverage remains low By Vincent Anguche April 24, 2026 04:17 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter The nationwide livestock vaccination exercise at Segera Ward, Laikipia County …
Kenya’s livestock sector at risk as vaccine coverage remains lowAfter President William Ruto directed a crackdown on foreign nationals operating illegally in Kenya, the government issued a 90-day compliance notice and faced criticism from Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana, who condemned anti-Burundi sentiments and called for swift action against harassment of fellow Africans.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
After President William Ruto directed a crackdown on foreign nationals operating illegally in Kenya, the government issued a 90-day compliance notice and faced criticism from Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana, who condemned anti-Burundi sentiments and called for swift action against harassment of fellow Africans.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
More than 600 junior swimmers from over 50 schools and clubs across Kenya competed in the Kenya Aquatics National Junior Swimming Championships at St. Christopher's School in Nanyuki on August 22 and 23. The event brought together swimmers across different age groups competing for medals and improved times.
24 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has called on the IEBC to confirm it will conduct the 2027 General Election as constitutionally provided, amid opposition claims that the government is creating political instability that could be used to justify postponing the August 2027 polls.
19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused President Ruto's administration of using state agencies to intimidate Kenyans and mismanaging the Social Health Authority, claiming the KRA targets businesses with tax demands and that delegations visiting Kenya complained about SHA's performance.
19 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for a comprehensive public inquiry into the deaths of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Ogolla, and Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng'eno, characterizing them as an unresolved pattern of high-profile deaths during President William Ruto's four-year tenure.
11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States has announced an additional $242 million to support Ebola response, preparedness and humanitarian efforts in countries affected by or at risk from the outbreak in East and Central Africa, including Kenya, following the outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.
11 August 2026 · Capital News →
Democratic Change Party leader Rigathi Gachagua held a rally in Kinangop, Nyandarua County.
2 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua vowed to continue exposing what he describes as secret government dealings during a political tour of Laikipia County, claiming his intervention prevented the relocation of British Army training operations from Kenya and urging support for his bid ahead of the 2027 General Election.
1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua held a rally in Nanyuki, Laikipia County, where he described his party's campaign as aimed at rectifying injustices facing Kenya and as the beginning of a new political phase for the country.
1 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party, has challenged the National Cohesion and Integration Commission to summon him over remarks he characterized as figurative language directed at President William Ruto and his allies, saying "killing the snake" means removing Ruto through voting and "killing the eggs" means removing his supporters through voting.
28 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya has welcomed the resumption of joint military exercises at the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) following a licensing dispute that threatened to force the UK to relocate its annual September drills. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said the decision reflects the strength of the Kenya-UK defence partnership despite recent challenges.
28 July 2026 · The Standard →
The United Kingdom has moved a major military training exercise to Tanzania after Kenya refused to approve the necessary licenses, effectively halting British Army Training Unit (BATUK) operations in Laikipia County.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
The United Kingdom has moved a major military training exercise to Tanzania after Kenya refused to approve necessary licenses, effectively halting British Army Training Unit (BATUK) operations in Laikipia County.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's veterinary regulatory system, managed by the Kenya Veterinary Board, has improved farmer access to licensed veterinarians and proper medicines, helping livestock farmers protect their herds and maintain production. A Laikipia County farmer's account shows how the board's compliance efforts reduced livestock disease losses and enabled safe milk exports to regional markets.
25 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary dismissed reports that the UK-Kenya defence partnership had ended, saying the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) arrangement remains active despite a dispute over a planned military exercise and delayed operational licences during the parliamentary renewal of the Defence Cooperation Agreement.
24 July 2026 · The Standard →
The United Kingdom has moved its planned Haraka Storm military exercise out of Kenya after the Kenyan government failed to issue the necessary licences to conduct training in Laikipia between September and November. The UK stressed that the decision affects only this exercise and does not signal an end to the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) or the wider UK-Kenya defence partnership.
23 July 2026 · Capital News →
Experts are advocating for wider adoption of alternative building technologies, including Compressed Stabilised Soil Blocks and Interlocking Stabilised Soil Blocks, which use locally available materials and can reduce construction costs by up to 25 per cent compared to conventional methods. Kenya faces an annual housing shortage of about 260,000 units, with a deficit estimated at more than two million units, particularly in urban areas where rising costs and limited financing restrict homeownership.
16 July 2026 · The Standard →
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations' homicide unit have recovered the missing head of 25-year-old Nyeri businesswoman Joy Kanini after weeks of intensive search, leading the prime suspect back to the scene. The suspect, John Ndiritu Muriithi, alias Tizo, has been remanded in police custody for 21 days at Kiganjo Police Station to allow for scene reconstructions and a mandatory mental assessment.
14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The British High Commissioner to Kenya, Matt Baugh, visited Laikipia County to discuss UK partnerships including the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK). The delegation opened a new dining room and assembly hall at Temmakis Primary School, built by BATUK.
14 July 2026 · The Standard →
Traders in Nanyuki accuse the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) of economic exclusion through directives that prevent British soldiers from purchasing goods and services from local businesses. A curio shop owner reports daily sales have dropped by almost 80 per cent, with the impact extending to clothing stores, restaurants, entertainment venues, butchers, and vegetable vendors.
14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
John Ndiritu Muriithi, the prime suspect in the murder of Nyeri businesswoman Joy Kanini, has been ordered to remain in police custody for 21 days to allow detectives to complete investigations and conduct a mental assessment. Muriithi was arrested last week during an operation at Timau along the Nanyuki-Isiolo road.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Defence Forces has begun construction of classrooms and rehabilitation of facilities in ten primary schools in insecurity-prone parts of Laikipia County, particularly communities bordering Mukogodo Forest. The initiative, directed by President William Ruto, aims to increase school enrolment and retention while supporting long-term peace efforts in areas plagued by banditry and cattle rustling.
12 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations arrested John Nderitu Mureithi on July 10 as the prime suspect in the murder of 25-year-old Joy Kanini Gathu, whose dismembered body was found in Nyeri County. Investigators say the suspect and victim were involved in a fatal confrontation on June 9 at his house in Ngangarithi Estate, after which he allegedly dismembered and disposed of the body.
12 July 2026 · Capital News →
Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has urged institutions to embrace renewable energy as part of efforts to reduce electricity costs, citing reliability and cost-effectiveness alongside environmental benefits. He made the remarks after commissioning a solar-powered hybrid system at Nairobi Remand and Allocation Maximum Security Prison, a project supported by the European Union and UNODC.
6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Coffee farmers in Laikipia have earned Sh10.24 million from the sale of 11,452 kilogrammes through the Nairobi Coffee Exchange over the last six months, with 42 per cent of their production achieving grade AA. County officials credit consistent promotion of coffee farming with encouraging hundreds of youth to shift from criminal activities and banditry toward coffee production.
4 July 2026 · The Standard →
On May 21, 2026, a 30-year-old elephant bull named Moi crossed Oldonyiro town in Isiolo County while moving at high speed to avoid human contact, as monitored by Save The Elephants research camp in Samburu National Reserve.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua threatened to rally Kenyans to boycott paying taxes if the government proceeds with the National Transport and Safety Authority's plan to introduce annual inspections for private motor vehicles beginning July, saying the proposed regulations would burden Kenyans already struggling with the high cost of living.
27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A total of 106 out of 167 residents in Laikipia County are receiving Ksh.24.9 million under the government's wildlife compensation programme, part of a nationwide initiative by the State Department for Wildlife rolled out since 2023 to compensate victims of human-wildlife conflict.
27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Standard opinion piece profiles Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale's political career and argues that his apology over Ebola remarks represents a rare departure from his typically unfiltered communication style.
27 June 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua explained his absence from the second anniversary of the Gen Z protests, stating he had gathered intelligence indicating a plot to trigger violence, loot businesses, and blame the Mt Kenya region. Gachagua made the decision during a 45-day political hiatus, citing that his appearance would have created an opportunity for goons and rogue security officers to cause mayhem.
26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →