National Archives

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Kenya's institution housing historical records, where political activist Eric Omondi was conducting a signature campaign in September 2026.

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April 2026
25 AprThe 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 infrastructure

World & Region

Trump hosts Xi Jinping at White House amid trade tensions

The News

US President Donald Trump is hosting Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the White House on Thursday for formal ceremonies including a military flyover and state banquet, aimed at managing tensions between the superpowers over trade, artificial intelligence, and Beijing's support for Iran. A two-month extension of a trade truce due to expire in November was announced as an early sign of cooperation.

24 September 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 24 September

Trump hosts Xi Jinping at White House amid trade tensions
US President Donald Trump is hosting Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the White House on Thursday for formal ceremonies including a military flyover and state banquet, aimed at managing tensions between the superpowers over trade, artificial intelligence, and Beijing's support for Iran. A two-month extension of a trade truce due to expire in November was announced as an early sign of cooperation.
24 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 8 September

Comedian Eric Omondi freed on bond in traffic obstruction case
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 →

Friday 28 August

Traders protest KRA's higher import duty on consolidated cargo
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 →

Sunday 2 August

Arsenal Fan TV founder visits Kenya, praises fan base strength
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 →

Sunday 5 July

Nairobi residents embrace people-watching over smartphone scrolling
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 →
Nairobi residents choosing people-watching over smartphone use
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 →

Sunday 14 June

Nairobi walkway expansion displaces parking, challenges motorists
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 →

Monday 18 May

Matatu strike over fuel prices paralyzes Nairobi business
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 →
Police clash with protesters as transport strike paralyzes Nairobi
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 →

Monday 27 April

Archivist's death highlights loss of living historical knowledge
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 →

Saturday 25 April

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 →