Also known as: Kenya National Archives · the Archives · Kenya National Archive
Institution that holds Kenya's archives; its director Dr Maina David Kagombe died in April 2026.
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The Standard
… Omondi was arrested on Monday by plain-clothes police officers outside the Kenya National Archives along Moi Avenue, where he was conducting a signature collection drive for his “Punguza Mzigo” campaign.Footage that went viral from the scene showed officers in civilian clothes su …
Eric Omondi, seven others freed on bond over Moi Avenue traffic obstructionCitizen Digital
… Carrying banners, blowing vuvuzelas, and waving Kenyan flags, protesters gathered outside the landmark Kenya National Archives building along Tom Mboya Street before marching toward Times Tower, the headquarters of the tax authority. …
Traders paralyse business in Nairobi CBD in protest over higher KRA import dutyThe Standard
… V content creators Lee Judges, Cecil Lee Thomas and Kenyan Lyle arrived in the country yesterday for a tight six-day tour schedule.The crew will today join Arsenal fans for another historic 'trophy' tour parade at the Nairobi CBD, which will start and end at the National Archives …
Why Kenya has the best Arsenal fan base in AfricaCitizen Digital
… The recently revamped sitting points in Nairobi CBD – commonly known as ‘frustration squares’ – on either side of Moi Avenue; near what used to be Hilton Hotel, one opposite the Kenya National Archive building, and the recent one near Ambassador hotel – have provided good ground …
Nairobi: Residents are swapping endless scrolling for 'people-watching' activityCitizen Digital
… The recently revamped sitting points in Nairobi CBD – commonly known as ‘frustration squares’ – on either side of Moi Avenue; near what used to be Hilton Hotel, one opposite the Kenya National Archive building, and the recent one near Ambassador hotel – have provided good ground …
Nairobi: Residents are swapping endless scrolling for 'people-watching' activityThe Standard
… are not meant for hawkers because we are also expanding the markets for more spaces,” Mwaniki stated Areas that have been covered include Haile Selassie Avenue for easy access to Wakulima Market, Muthurwa Market Other areas are around Ambassador, Taifa Lane, the National Archives …
Parking nightmare for motorists as Nairobi walkways expansion gathers paceThe Standard
… Matatus parked at Shell Dagoretti Corner in Nairobi, on May 18, 2026. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]Two police vehicles were stationed near Kenya National Archives as officers kept vigil to avert possible protests. …
Business paralysed, heavy police presence in Nairobi CBD as matatu strike beginsThe Standard
… Police arrested protesters and lobbed teargas canisters outside the Kenya National Archives along Moi Avenue to disperse groups of protesters who had gathered, chanting anti-government slogans and blowing whistles. …
Transport strike sparks chaos in Nairobi CBDThe Standard
… Duncan Ndegwa, a key player in Kenya’s transition from colonialism to independence, continues to produce assorted books on his past.Monopoly of information As National Archives director, Kagombe was like Ndegwa, lucky to be present in post-colonial Kenya’s early decades that acco …
Archivist's death symbolises the tragedy of fading mobile archivesThe Standard
… Some readers will recall Nairobi’s ugly wildlife statues at roundabouts and the monstrosity that is the Tom Mboya monument near the National Archives. …
Let's start building beautiful public infrastructureComedian Eric Omondi and seven others were released on bond by a Nairobi court after being charged with obstructing traffic along Moi Avenue on September 7. Omondi was arrested while conducting a signature collection drive for his "Punguza Mzigo" campaign outside the Kenya National Archives.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Comedian Eric Omondi and seven others were released on bond by a Nairobi court after being charged with obstructing traffic along Moi Avenue on September 7. Omondi was arrested while conducting a signature collection drive for his "Punguza Mzigo" campaign outside the Kenya National Archives.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Hundreds of small-scale traders demonstrated across Nairobi's Central Business District on August 28, 2026, against new customs valuation rules by the Kenya Revenue Authority. The revised benchmark for a 40-foot container of consolidated general cargo increased from Ksh.2.5 million to Ksh.3.2 million, adding Ksh.700,000 per container.
28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Arsenal Fan TV founder and CEO Robbie Lyle arrived in Kenya for a six-day tour, saying Kenya has the best Arsenal fan base in Africa and praising the country's digital infrastructure. He plans to hold workshops on sports content creation and digital careers, and said AFTV hopes to set up a full-time base in Kenya.
2 August 2026 · The Standard →
Growing numbers of Nairobi residents are ditching smartphones for people-watching and social activities in public spaces like parks, restaurants, and the CBD, driven by concerns over excessive screen time and its impact on social habits.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A growing number of Nairobi residents are ditching smartphones for simple nature-driven activities like people-watching at public spaces such as parks, restaurants, the CBD, and transport hubs, amid rising concerns over excessive screen time and its impact on social habits.
5 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi City County's beautification of walkways in the central business district, involving cabro blocks, benches, and landscaping, has reduced parking availability and displaced some matatu saccos. The county collects about Sh1.5 million from CBD parking, though a city centre MCA argues alternative parking and matatu stops exist nearby.
14 June 2026 · The Standard →
A transport sector boycott by matatu operators protesting rising fuel costs disrupted movement across Nairobi's CBD on Monday, with bus stations deserted, shops closed, and commuters stranded despite police assurances of adequate security.
18 May 2026 · The Standard →
Nairobi's CBD descended into chaos on Monday as police clashed with anti-government protesters and a nationwide transport sector strike over soaring fuel prices crippled movement and paralyzed business activities. Police arrested protesters, used teargas and fired gunshots, while most businesses shut and bus termini emptied, leaving thousands of commuters stranded.
18 May 2026 · The Standard →
Dr Maina David Kagombe, Kenya's renowned archivist and National Archives director, died on April 13, exemplifying the tragedy of disappearing living archives when knowledge holders pass away without transferring their expertise and historical memory to future generations.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →
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 →