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Equity Bank named overall best bank in Kenya 2026

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Equity Bank has been named Overall Best Bank in Kenya at the 2026 Think Business Banking Awards, emerging top in 10 categories and ranking second in two others. The Bank's Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi was also named Overall CEO of the Year.

12 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Friday 24 April

  1. Equity Bank named overall best bank in Kenya 2026

    Equity Bank has been named Overall Best Bank in Kenya at the 2026 Think Business Banking Awards, emerging top in 10 categories and ranking second in two others. The Bank's Managing Director and CEO James Mwangi was also named Overall CEO of the Year.

    12 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Wetang'ula calls on Health Ministry to address SHA problems for teachers

    National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called on the Ministry of Health to urgently address challenges affecting teachers under the Social Health Authority medical scheme, acknowledging concerns around high out-of-pocket expenses, limited access to specialised treatment, and reduced coverage benefits. Legislators have vowed to push for reforms in Parliament to ensure the scheme works effectively for educators.

    14 hours ago · Capital News

  3. Gabby Thomas wins 100m and 200m at Kip Keino Classic

    American sprinter Gabby Thomas, a Harvard neurobiology graduate, won the 100m and 200m double at the Kip Keino Classic at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi, recording times of 11.01 and 21.89. Thomas has won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals and is currently pursuing a master's in public health while competing at elite level.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  4. Sifuna blames Ruto and Murkomen for rising insecurity

    ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna told a Linda Mwananchi rally in Vihiga that the country's insecurity stems from decisions at the highest levels of government, not from frontline police officers. He accused Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen of misusing police resources while state security is deployed for political interests.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  5. Kip Keino Classic: seven records fall, young talent shines

    The seventh Absa Kip Keino Classic at Nyayo National Stadium saw seven records broken, with Ferdinand Omanyala clocking a sub-10 twice in the men's 100m. The event introduced U20 categories for the first time, providing a platform for young athletes to showcase their talent, supported by a Sh35 million investment from Absa Bank Kenya.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard

  6. Linda Mwananchi leaders rally in Vihiga supporting Osotsi's gubernatorial bid

    Leaders allied to the Linda Mwananchi movement held a rally in Vihiga County on Saturday in support of Senator Godfrey Osotsi's bid for governor, vowing not to be intimidated despite a recent attack on Osotsi in Kisumu. Osotsi and allied leaders, including Edwin Sifuna, condemned the assault and called for improved security.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard

  7. Kenya's public infrastructure lacks aesthetic design and durability

    An opinion piece argues that Kenya's poor quality of public works—from ugly statues to badly designed roads with lanes that end abruptly and lacking sidewalks—reflects not poverty or corruption but a lack of self-respect and disregard for building for the future. The author contends that Kenya has the resources to build beautiful, durable infrastructure, but those in charge prioritize immediate gain over quality and lasting work.

    25 April 2026 · The Standard

Yesterday

  1. Wanyonyi wins 1,500m, Getachew defeats Odira at Keino Classic

    Olympic and world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi opened his season with a 1,500m victory in 3:34.11 at the Kip Keino Classic, leading Kenya to a 1-7 finish at Nyayo Stadium. In the women's 800m, Ethiopia's Getachew defeated reigning world champion Lillian Odira with a season's best 1:58.79.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. CS Murkomen warns politicians' hired goons will face crackdown

    Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen warned politicians accused of sponsoring violence and hiring goons that the government will take decisive action against them, while opening a new police field training facility in Meru County to combat emerging security threats including banditry.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Cyclist raises blood disorder awareness via 300km Nairobi-Eldoret ride

    Brian Karoney cycled more than 300 kilometres from Nairobi to Eldoret on April 24 to raise awareness about blood-related disorders, honouring his late wife who died of aplastic anaemia in 2021. The Little Bags of Life Foundation, inspired by her story, organised the ride and a blood donation drive at Eldoret Sports Club on April 25 to support patients with blood disorders.

    24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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