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Saturday, 2 May 2026
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Saturday, 2 May 2026
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Organization

University of Nairobi

Also known as: UoN

University of Nairobi — institution where the 25th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition national finals were held in May 2026.

Politics

Havi blames government harassment for doctor's declining health

The News

Former Law Society of Kenya President Nelson Havi has claimed that government harassment, alleged interference in The Nairobi Hospital's management, and "trumped-up charges" contributed to the deterioration of veteran obstetrician Dr. Job Obwaka's health and his death at age 83. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale paid tribute to Dr. Obwaka as a respected figure who advanced Kenya's healthcare system.

2 May 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 1 May

  1. Havi blames government harassment for doctor's declining health

    Former Law Society of Kenya President Nelson Havi has claimed that government harassment, alleged interference in The Nairobi Hospital's management, and "trumped-up charges" contributed to the deterioration of veteran obstetrician Dr. Job Obwaka's health and his death at age 83. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale paid tribute to Dr. Obwaka as a respected figure who advanced Kenya's healthcare system.

    2 May 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Omanyo defends bid for ODM Secretary General role

    Busia Woman Representative Catherine Omanyo dismissed comparisons to ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and said she is ready to compete at the party's National Delegates Conference election, claiming she has political experience since 2007 and is equipped to serve as acting SG.

    2 May 2026 · The Standard →

Yesterday

  1. Kenya hosts Chinese Bridge proficiency competition for university students

    Kenya held the national finals of the 25th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition, featuring 20 university students competing in speech and talent categories at the University of Nairobi. The event, hosted by the Chinese Embassy in partnership with Confucius Institutes, was attended by senior government officials and diplomats, with officials highlighting the competition's role in fostering cross-cultural understanding and developing Mandarin speakers as cultural ambassadors between Kenya and China.

    1 May 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Veteran gynaecologist and Nairobi Hospital director dies at 83

    Dr Job Obwaka, a veteran gynaecologist and director of Nairobi Hospital, has died at age 83. He passed away at the hospital where he worked for decades, six weeks after his arrest over disputed charges of falsifying hospital records.

    1 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Justice Mohamed Warsame nominated for Supreme Court appointment

    Justice Mohamed Abdulahi Warsame, currently a judge of the Court of Appeal of Kenya since 2012, has been nominated for appointment to the Supreme Court following the passing of Justice Mohammed Kadhar Ibrahim in December 2025. The nomination came through a competitive recruitment process by the Judicial Service Commission.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Justice Warsame nominated to Supreme Court, eyes Mandera governor race

    Justice Mohammed Warsame, nominated to the Supreme Court by the Judicial Service Commission, has served at the Court of Appeal since 2012 and suggests Supreme Court judges should be regularly deployed to courts nationwide to address corruption. He has also revealed political ambitions to potentially run for Mandera governor after retiring from the Judiciary.

    29 April 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 27 April

  1. Nairobi court halts Maseno University vice-chancellor recruitment

    The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nairobi has temporarily stopped the recruitment of a new Vice Chancellor for Maseno University after Prof. Mary Abukutsa-Onyango challenged the process, claiming she was unfairly excluded from the shortlist despite meeting the January 9, 2026 deadline. Justice Jacob Gakeri granted leave for judicial review proceedings against the Public Service Commission and Maseno University.

    28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 26 April

  1. Kenya mourns distinguished education scholar Prof. Raphael Munavu

    Kenya is mourning the death of Prof. Raphael Munavu, a prominent scholar whose influence shaped the country's education system and policy direction for decades. President William Ruto and other leaders paid tribute to his transformative contributions to education, including his role in advancing Competency-Based Education and his leadership across institutions including the University of Nairobi, Egerton University, Moi University, and the Kenya National Examinations Council.

    27 April 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 25 April

  1. Strengthening Africa's local seed systems amid global supply disruptions

    An opinion piece marks International Seed Day by examining seed access challenges across Africa and arguing that building inclusive, locally driven seed systems—particularly those involving youth and women—is essential for food security in the face of geopolitical disruptions to global agricultural commodity supply chains.

    26 April 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Education reforms architect Prof. Raphael Munavu dies

    Prof. Raphael Munavu, a renowned academic and former Vice-Chancellor of Moi University, has died on Sunday, April 26, while undergoing treatment at a Nairobi hospital. He was widely respected for his contributions to science, university leadership, and education reforms, and had a career spanning more than four decades.

    26 April 2026 · The Standard →

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