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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    ards sustainable development By Citizen Reporter July 25, 2026 11:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Dozens of Kenyan brands were on Friday evening recognised in a ceremony held in Nairobi

    Local brands feted as Kenya gears towards sustainable development
  3. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 25 – Growing demand for curated dining experiences among Kenya’s expanding middle-income population is driving Artcaffé’s expansion strategy, with the restaurant chain planning to open new outlets in Eldoret and the Coast as consumers increasingly seek more th

    Artcaffé Eyes New Markets on Demand for Curated Dining
  4. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 25 — The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) will next week advertise more than 34,000 teacher promotion vacancies, while transitioning 20,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers to permanent and pensionable terms as part of efforts to strengthen the country’

    TSC to advertise 34,000 teacher promotions as govt moves to confirm 20,000 JSS tutors
  5. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 25 — Five months after President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja signed a cooperation agreement unlocking an additional Sh80 billion for the capital’s development, the partnership has begun translating into visible infrastructure projects acro

    Ruto–Sakaja Sh80bn Nairobi pact: 5 months later, what’s been delivered?
  6. Citizen Digital

    Nairobi Governor race: Babu Owino still leads as Agnes Kagure gains traction By Joseph Muia July 25, 2026 05:38 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A side-by-side image of Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and busine

    Nairobi Governor race: Babu Owino still leads as Agnes Kagure gains traction
  7. Citizen Digital

    , call for bigger role in Kenya's industrial growth By Vincent Anguche July 25, 2026 05:29 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter IEK First Vice President Engineer Harrison Keter during a media briefing in Nairobi

    Engineers back Infrastructure Fund, call for bigger role in Kenya's industrial growth
  8. Citizen Digital

    Speaking during the graduation of the Transcend Mentorship Programme Cohort 3.0 in Nairobi, IHRM National Chairman CHRP Odero Philip Dalmas said mentorship plays a critical role in preparing HR professionals to lead organisations in an evolving workplace.

    IHRM calls for stronger mentorship to shape future HR leaders
  9. The Standard

    A political realignment is unfolding in Western Kenya, with key leaders in Kakamega and Vihiga counties breaking ranks with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to endorse Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and his Linda Mwananchi movement.

    Western leaders endorse Sifuna threaten to ditch ODM
  10. The Standard

    Long before African governments spoke of regional integration, Congolese musicians had already united dance floors from Kinshasa to Nairobi, Kampala, Kigali, Bujumbura and Dar es Salaam.

    Why the Congolese Seben is Africa's greatest cultural gift
  11. The Standard

    A political realignment is unfolding in Western Kenya, with key leaders in Kakamega and Vihiga counties breaking ranks with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to endorse Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and his Linda Mwananchi movement.

    Sifuna endorsed for presidency as Western leaders threaten to ditch ODM

Today

  1. Nation Media Group Uganda resumes operations after government authorization

    Nation Media Group Uganda has announced it will resume operations after receiving authorization from President Yoweri Museveni's government, ending a period of disruption across its television, radio, print and digital platforms.

    5 hours ago · Capital News

  2. President Ruto returns procurement bill citing investment risks

    President William Ruto has declined to sign the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal (Amendment) Bill, 2024, and returned it to Parliament with proposed changes, citing concerns that provisions could hurt Kenya's investment climate and weaken the public procurement framework. The President exercised his constitutional powers to refer the Bill back, objecting to 17 clauses including definitions of local and foreign firms that he argues are impractical and could undermine efforts to attract foreign direct investment.

    5 hours ago · Capital News

  3. Government unveils climate resilience plan ahead of drought and El Niño

    Kenya's government has unveiled a comprehensive climate resilience strategy to protect vulnerable communities as the country faces emerging drought conditions and forecasts of above-normal El Niño rains later this year. The strategy includes strengthening early warning systems, improving emergency response planning, pre-positioning relief supplies, promoting climate-smart agriculture, and enhancing water resource management.

    5 hours ago · Capital News

  4. NMG Uganda resumes operations after month-long shutdown

    Nation Media Group (NMG) Uganda announced the resumption of normal operations, a month after General Muhoozi Kainerugaba shut down the media house's offices. NMG's chairman stated the station would progressively restore services across television, print, radio and digital platforms.

    6 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  5. Maraga warns government inadequately prepared for El Niño rains

    United Green Movement party leader David Maraga has warned the government of inadequate preparedness to handle expected El Niño rainfall, criticizing the lack of budget allocation for flood mitigation and calling for urgent mitigation plans and supplementary funding.

    7 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  6. KNH murder suspect declared fit to stand trial, pleads not guilty

    Kennedy Kalombotole has pleaded not guilty to murdering Gilbert Kinyua Muthoni at Kenyatta National Hospital in February 2025, after the High Court ruled he is mentally fit to stand trial based on a panel of psychiatrists' assessment.

    7 hours ago · Capital News

  7. IEBC seeks Commission Secretary/CEO; applications due August 11

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has opened applications for the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer, with the deadline set for August 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The recruitment is being handled by KPMG, and the commission has reaffirmed its commitment to equal opportunity employment.

    8 hours ago · Capital News

  8. High Court petition demands KURA disclose Ngong-Naivasha flyover records

    Governance advocate Francis Awino has filed a constitutional petition compelling the Kenya Urban Roads Authority to disclose records relating to the Ngong Road–Naivasha Road Flyover project, arguing the public has a right to scrutinize a publicly funded initiative after KURA allegedly failed to respond to an information request submitted in June.

    8 hours ago · Capital News

  9. Senate summons Tourism CS over Bomas redevelopment project

    The Senate Standing Committee on Roads, Transport and Housing has summoned Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano to appear on August 4, 2026, over contract variations, approvals, planning and reports related to the Bomas International Convention Complex redevelopment project. Miano had previously declined to attend, citing that she had already provided comprehensive responses to committee concerns, but senators rejected her explanation, asserting that Parliament determines sufficiency of information and that Cabinet Secretaries are constitutionally obligated to appear before parliamentary committees when required.

    8 hours ago · Capital News

  10. Kenyan U-20 800m champion aims for world title in Oregon

    African Under-20 champion Nancy Jepng'etich is preparing to represent Kenya at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships in Oregon (August 5–9), where she will compete in the 800m alongside Marion Jepchumba as Kenya seeks to retain the women's title won by Sarah Moraa in 2024.

    8 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  11. KCB urges women to formalize businesses for financing access

    KCB Group has disbursed Sh160 billion to women-led businesses under its Flame initiative and is urging female entrepreneurs to formalize their enterprises to unlock financing, as informal operations make it difficult for lenders to assess creditworthiness. Women now account for 47 per cent of KCB Group's workforce, with nearly 16 per cent in management positions.

    9 hours ago · Capital News

  12. Chance the Rapper visits Nairobi museum, celebrates Mau Mau movement

    American hip-hop artist Chance the Rapper toured the Nairobi National Museum's exhibition on the Mau Mau movement and urged Kenyans to embrace their country's historic role in the uprising against British colonialism, emphasizing the importance of teaching children about Kenya's history and African liberation.

    10 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  13. Shollei warns political violence, sexism deter women from candidacy

    National Assembly Deputy Speaker Gladys Shollei has warned that political violence, intimidation and sexist attacks are driving capable women away from politics and discouraging their participation in leadership ahead of next year's General Election. She said discussions are underway with the President's Advisor on Women's Rights to engage the IEBC on strengthening enforcement of electoral codes of conduct to curb abuse targeting female candidates.

    10 hours ago · Capital News

  14. KNH murder suspect charged after mental fitness determination

    Kennedy Kalombotole, accused of murdering a patient at Kenyatta National Hospital, has been charged after psychiatrists from Mathare National Teaching and Referral Hospital determined he was mentally fit to stand trial. He pleaded not guilty to the murder charge of Gilbert Kinyua Muthoni, which allegedly occurred on or about February 6 and 7, 2025, at Ward 7B of the hospital.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  15. NTSA arrests pedestrians crossing at undesignated road points

    The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and National Police intensified enforcement operations on Tuesday, arresting several pedestrians at Nairobi's General Motors footbridge for crossing busy roads at undesignated points instead of using designated footbridges. The authority warned that crossing roads at undesignated areas is illegal and endangers lives, with the latest arrests following 35 pedestrian arrests at Buruburu Interchange the previous day.

    12 hours ago · Capital News

  16. DPP approves bribery charges against Kangema magistrate and probation officer

    The Director of Public Prosecutions has approved charges against Senior Principal Magistrate Martin Kinyua Mutegi and Senior Probation Officer Julius Irungu Njogu for allegedly soliciting a Sh170,000 bribe from a Murang'a businessman to influence a criminal case outcome. The EACC investigation found sufficient evidence for prosecution, and the DPP has directed the suspects be charged immediately.

    12 hours ago · Capital News

  17. Ruto reaffirms pledge of full government university funding

    President William Ruto reaffirmed his commitment to providing full government funding for every university student, saying the government is refining its funding model to ensure access to higher education regardless of financial background. He acknowledged public concerns about how the government will finance the plan, arguing that investing in education is essential for Kenya's development.

    12 hours ago · Capital News

  18. National Assembly resumes sittings after recess, political heat rises

    The National Assembly is preparing to resume sittings after a short recess beginning July 2, with the House Business Committee set to schedule legislative business amid heightened political activity and positioning ahead of next year's General Election.

    14 hours ago · Capital News

  19. Woman politician details challenges female candidates face on campaign trail

    First-time Vihiga Woman Representative aspirant Amakove Wala has highlighted the physical, emotional and gender-specific challenges women face while campaigning, including managing menstruation and personal safety during high-speed political convoys, speaking from her experience at rallies across multiple counties.

    14 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  20. Nairobi County Assembly approves 49.27B shilling budget

    The Nairobi County Assembly has approved Governor Johnson Sakaja's KSh49.27 billion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, a KSh4.67 billion increase from the previous year, prioritising infrastructure, healthcare, education, and service delivery.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  21. EAC targets 2031 single currency, boosts gold reserves

    East African central bank governors have committed to accelerating plans for a single regional currency by 2031 while increasing domestic gold purchases to diversify foreign reserves amid geopolitical tensions and rising energy costs.

    20 hours ago · The Standard

Yesterday

  1. Armed robbers raid Kayole salon, steal from women's group

    Two gunmen stormed a hair salon in Saika estate, Kayole, on Sunday afternoon during a Queen's Women Chama meeting, making off with Ksh.50,000 and a mobile phone in a daylight armed robbery.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Agriculture stakeholders urge swift implementation of agroecology strategy

    Agriculture stakeholders have called for urgent implementation of Kenya's National Agroecology Strategy for Food Systems Transformation to build resilient food systems, restore degraded soils, and help farmers adapt to climate change. The resolutions were adopted at the 3rd National Agroecology Symposium Kenya, held in Nairobi.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

  3. Pauline Njoroge defends Sifuna's Western Kenya housing critique

    Nairobi gubernatorial hopeful Pauline Njoroge has defended Senator Edwin Sifuna's criticism of the Affordable Housing Programme in Western Kenya, arguing his reference to chickens was a metaphor for tailoring development projects to regional social, economic and cultural realities, not a literal rejection of the government's housing agenda.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

  4. Stakeholders urge swift implementation of Kenya's agroecology strategy

    Agriculture stakeholders from government, civil society, research, and farming sectors have called for urgent implementation of Kenya's National Agroecology Strategy for Food Systems Transformation to build resilient food systems, restore degraded soils, and help farmers adapt to climate change.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

  5. IEBC holds nationwide forums on 2027 campaign finance rules

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has launched public participation forums across the country to gather input on draft election campaign financing regulations and proposed spending limits for candidates and political parties ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

  6. KPA women's basketball team defeats Safe Spaces 80-49

    Kenya Ports Authority women's basketball team defeated Safe Spaces 80-49 in a Kenya National Basketball Premier League match at Makande Gymnasium in Mombasa. Head coach Samuel Ocholla praised the team's composure and preparation, saying the players approached the encounter with the right mentality and the side continues its "one game at a time" approach.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  7. Chief Justice Koome unveils five justice sector reform instruments

    Chief Justice Martha Koome has unveiled five justice sector reform instruments aimed at accelerating digital transformation, strengthening responses to sexual and gender-based violence, and enhancing access to justice through greater institutional coordination. Speaking at the 38th National Council on the Administration of Justice meeting in Mombasa, Koome said the reforms are designed to build a justice system that is fair, efficient, accessible and responsive to the needs of all Kenyans.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

  8. COFEK petitions court to suspend Sh8-per-km highway tolls

    The Consumer Federation of Kenya has filed a court petition seeking to suspend the government's proposed Sh8-per-kilometre toll charges on the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit and Rironi–Maai Mahiu–Naivasha highways, arguing the charges would burden motorists already facing high fuel prices and other costs. The government has urged the court to dismiss the petition, contending that a parallel case on the same matter is already underway.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

  9. KPC Foundation graduates 20 community fire marshals in Mukuru Viwandani

    The KPC Foundation, in partnership with the Morendat Institute of Oil and Gas, has graduated 20 community members from Mukuru Viwandani after completing Advanced Firefighting Levels I and II training. The initiative aims to boost emergency response capacity and reduce the impact of fires in the informal settlement, building on training already provided to 165 community members.

    27 July 2026 · Capital News

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