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Police in Samburu County have intercepted a vehicle carrying suspected counterfeit alcoholic products following an intelligence-led operation at a roadblock. The vehicle is being held at Maralal Police Station while agencies verify the products as part of a wider crackdown on counterfeit alcohol distribution.
5 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Police in Samburu County have intercepted a vehicle carrying suspected counterfeit alcoholic products following an intelligence-led operation at a roadblock. The vehicle is being held at Maralal Police Station while agencies verify the products as part of a wider crackdown on counterfeit alcohol distribution.
5 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Prof Isabella Oyier, Head of the Biosciences Department at the KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme and Professor of Molecular Epidemiology at the University of Oxford, was appointed Deputy Director (Kilifi) of the KWTRP in May this year. She credits passion and support from mentors as key drivers in her scientific career.
11 hours ago · The Standard →
Tana River Senator Danson Mungatana and his wife, Deputy Government Spokesperson Mwanaisha Chidzuga, are mourning the death of their last-born daughter, Amal Mghoi Mungatana, who died on Sunday at Gertrude's Children's Hospital in Muthaiga. Amal had experienced health issues since birth and received treatment in Kenya and abroad.
15 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Renowned American cardiologist Dr. David Silverstein, who spent 52 years in Kenya serving as physician to presidents and witnessed key events during the Kenyatta and Moi administrations, has died at 82. President William Ruto and KANU Chairman Gideon Moi have eulogized him.
18 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
The Moi family has mourned Dr. David Silverstein, who served as the late President Daniel arap Moi's personal physician for many years. The family praised Silverstein for his empathetic care and compassion toward Moi and other patients, describing him as someone who treated people's health and dignity with deep respect.
13 September 2026 · Capital News →
Dr. David Silverstein, an American cardiologist who served as former President Daniel arap Moi's personal physician for decades, has died at 82. He arrived in Kenya in 1974 and was appointed Moi's personal physician in 1983, having first met him at Kenyatta National Hospital in 1977 when Moi was vice president.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Kisumu arrested a suspect linked to a series of robberies and phone-snatching incidents in the city. A search of his residence recovered several stolen mobile phones, accessories, SIM cards, and other items; the suspect led officers to an accomplice's hideout, but the accomplice escaped.
13 September 2026 · Capital News →
Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr Ouma Oluga has reaffirmed the National Government's commitment of Ksh.1.5 billion towards hospital projects in Kisii County, alongside a similar allocation for Nyamira County. A major Level 5 hospital is set to be constructed in Kisii following a directive from President William Ruto.
13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Healthcare professional associations have called for urgent recovery of health services following the end of the 43-day nurses' strike, with nurses returning to facilities across the 47 counties. The associations urged managers to prioritise clearing service backlogs and attending to patients whose care was delayed during the strike.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kiambu has made progress in maternal health, as illustrated by the story of Josephine Njambi, who experienced complications during childbirth but received hospital care. The article highlights efforts to address maternal health challenges in the county.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
More than 51,000 Kenyan students who qualified for university admission have chosen not to apply for placement, raising concerns about whether government efforts to make higher education more affordable are translating into actual access.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Renowned American-born cardiologist Dr David Morton Silverstein, who served as former President Daniel arap Moi's personal physician for more than four decades, has died aged 82. Silverstein died on Sunday morning while undergoing treatment at an undisclosed hospital, according to his family.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
The family of former President Daniel arap Moi has mourned Dr David Silverstein, the late personal physician to the retired President, with KANU National Chairman Gideon Moi describing him as a compassionate doctor whose care extended beyond the traditional doctor-patient relationship.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Nalamay Salome Dokhle, 29, walked 14 kilometres daily for two years to attend adult literacy classes in Rendille, then returned to teach others facing similar challenges. Her first class of 35 women were among 196 students who graduated on 10 September 2026.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Issack Gacugo, a former civil servant, walked 530km over 16 days to raise funds for an endowment fund for poor students at Tharaka University. The walk was part of the university's Charity Walk for Endowment Fund.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
An 11-month-old child died while waiting for a liver transplant that never came.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Medical Association has mourned the death of Dr David Silverstein, a pioneering cardiologist whose career shaped modern healthcare in Kenya from the 1970s onward. Silverstein established the country's first cardiac catheterization laboratory at Kenyatta National Hospital, trained early post-independence doctors, and served as personal physician to former President Daniel arap Moi for over 40 years.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
A 34-year-old woman was knocked down and run over by a Toyota Prado at the Linda Mwananchi rally at Jacaranda Grounds on Sunday and died in hospital. Police are investigating the incident as a hit-and-run fatal road traffic accident; the vehicle's registration number was not captured.
13 September 2026 · The Standard →
Two masked armed men raided an M-Pesa and gas outlet in Ruiru, escaping with more than 600,000 shillings. A male attendant was shot in the chest and ribs as the suspects fled and opened fire on pursuing witnesses, and was hospitalized in intensive care.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk has officially launched Ozempic for type 2 diabetes management and Wegovy for weight management in Kenya. Experts note that the impact will depend on patient affordability and early diagnosis rates, as Kenya faces a growing burden of non-communicable diseases.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
A guest opinion warns that floods threaten water contamination, sanitation failure, and disease spread including cholera, typhoid, and dysentery, alongside disrupted health facility access. Kenya must address these risks as the country prepares for El Niño rains.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A specialised eye hospital has opened in Kisumu, offering optical, general, and surgical eye-care services to patients in Nyanza, Western Kenya and the wider East African region. Governor Prof Anyang' Nyong'o said the facility would help address the region's need for specialised eye care and allow patients to access treatment closer to home instead of travelling to Nairobi.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police are appealing for public information to help trace two suspected armed robbers who escaped following a shootout in Dandora after allegedly robbing people in the area. One of three suspects was fatally wounded during the police response, and a pistol, three mobile phones, and an identification card were recovered.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Institution of Surveyors of Kenya has urged property owners, landlords and facility managers to clear drainage systems, inspect buildings and prepare emergency response plans ahead of expected El Niño rains to reduce property damage and protect occupants.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Shanzu court has found six Iranian nationals have a case to answer in a methamphetamine trafficking matter involving 1,036.044 kilogrammes valued at about Sh8.2 billion, after the prosecution presented 12 witnesses and the magistrate ruled a prima facie case had been established. The six accused are now required to present their defence under the Criminal Procedure Code, with the alleged offence involving a consignment aboard an unregistered vessel intercepted in international waters.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
A Shanzu court has found six Iranians accused of trafficking over a tonne of methamphetamine valued at approximately Sh8.2 billion to have a case to answer. The magistrate ruled that the prosecution had established sufficient evidence to require the six accused persons to present their defence under the Criminal Procedure Code.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences, with current enrolments over 6,000 across campuses in Thika, Mombasa, Kisumu and Kitui County, aims to expand to Nairobi, remote regions of Kenya, and the broader East African region to reach between 15,000 and 20,000 students within five years.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Likoni MP Mishi Mboko has called on the Kenya Ports Authority and Kenya Ferry Services to explain an incident involving the MV Likoni at the Likoni Channel during heavy rains and high-tide conditions on Friday. She urged the Government to reinstate the Mtongwe ferry service as an alternative and warned ferry users against jumping into the channel during emergencies.
12 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Dental Association has raised concern over unqualified persons offering dental services in public and private clinics across the country, warning that the practice exposes patients to serious harm and undermines public confidence in the healthcare system.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya is turning to religious leaders as part of a renewed national effort to prevent suicide.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
A mother in Mumias, Kakamega County, is searching for her two-year-old daughter, Abigile Amani, who disappeared on July 26 with an 18-year-old girl named Aliya whom the mother had taken into her home after finding her near street boys in Nairobi. The disappearance has left the mother traumatised and suffering from stress-related illness.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
A woman named Phyllis is suing her former church, claiming she was pressured to lie to protect a pastor. She seeks legal remedy for the guilt she carries from the alleged false statements.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
More than a decade after Kenya's devolved system of government took effect, Early Childhood Development Education officers say their careers, salaries and retirement benefits remain caught between two systems.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Services in public hospitals were gradually returning to normal following a nurses' strike, though families who lost loved ones during the paralysis blamed the national government.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
City lawyer Benard Odero Okello was arraigned at Kibera Law Court on Friday on 10 forgery-related charges involving the Kenya County Government Workers Union, but a High Court order barred his prosecution and required his immediate release. Justice Bahati Mwamuye restrained the DPP, DCI, and IG from arresting, detaining, charging or prosecuting Okello and staff at his law firm over transactions involving the union.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's waste management efforts face challenges including poor waste separation, inadequate recycling infrastructure, and slow implementation of national waste policies by counties. The Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization says consumers are increasingly aware of responsible disposal but lack of reliable collection and recycling systems discourages behavioral change.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
A group of youth has launched a nationwide campaign called "Crime Must Fall" against crime, political violence and youth exploitation, with support from the Professional Criminologists Association of Kenya, National Police Service, National Youth Council and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, aiming to mobilise young people across Kenya's 47 counties to prevent crime and reject their use as instruments of violence.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Police killed one suspected robber and recovered a pistol during a shootout in Dandora on Friday after officers responded to a robbery report and the suspects opened fire. Two other suspects escaped toward the railway line.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council has warned that dental clinics must establish explicit systems identifying who takes clinical responsibility for patient care, maintain detailed records of engagement terms and scope of practice for all staff, and ensure visiting specialists' credentials are not misused. The regulator cautioned that simply displaying a practitioner's licence does not prove active oversight.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Uncontrolled populations of free-roaming dogs across Kenya expose communities to rabies, dog bite injuries, livestock losses, and environmental health risks. Rabies, spread mostly by infected dogs and almost always fatal once symptoms appear, is preventable through vaccination and treatable with timely treatment, yet remains a concern particularly for children.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Dental Association has warned that unqualified people are posing as dentists in public and private clinics and hospitals, with understaffing creating room for untrained practitioners. The association said the practice exposes patients to pain, higher costs, and poor care, and urged facilities to employ only licensed practitioners.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The death toll from a September 5 road crash in Mau Summit on the Nakuru-Eldoret highway has risen to seven after one more person died, hours after a mother and daughter from the initial crash were buried in Elgeyo Marakwet.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
A one-year-and-two-month-old boy, Dylan Muinde, was allegedly abducted in broad daylight from his home in Kangondo Village, Dagoretti South, on Monday afternoon. Police retrieved CCTV footage showing two women believed to be involved in the alleged abduction, and the family is appealing for public information to help identify the suspects.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Registrar of Trade Unions has formally registered Thomas Mboya as Acting General Secretary of KUDHEIHA, a union representing workers in domestic, hotel, educational, and healthcare sectors. Mboya, who has over 30 years of trade union experience and previously served as Senior Deputy General Secretary, pledged to focus on stable and inclusive leadership.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council fined Celestial Dental Centre and its proprietor a combined Ksh.2 million after a registered Community Oral Health Officer was presented to the public as "Dr Dennis" in promotional material. The case has renewed concerns over quackery in Kenya's dental sector.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 92-year-old man in Mukurwe-ini, Nyeri County was sentenced to life imprisonment after being found guilty of defiling a 10-year-old girl. The court heard that he, known to the child as a family friend, led her to a secluded area within his compound where he sexually assaulted her.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission have arrested surveyor Joan Achieng Odumbe in Narok County for allegedly soliciting Ksh.100,000 from a complainant to facilitate identification of beacons between two parcels of land, with the suspect arrested while receiving Ksh.50,000.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A city lawyer has been awarded Ksh.114,616 by the Milimani Small Claims Court after a dry-cleaning company damaged his navy three-piece suit, which was returned with dark patches and loose threads.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Milimani Small Claims Court ordered Lorenzo Dry Cleaners Limited to pay Sh114,616 after finding that a three-piece suit was damaged while in its custody, plus 12 per cent interest per annum from July 13, 2026, and Sh20,000 in costs. The claimant Emmanuel Mumia had claimed £1,064.95 (Sh183,826.66) as the suit's value, but the court awarded a lesser amount.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
Alex Owegi Ariango, a 17-year-old Form Three class prefect at Ruthimitu Mixed Secondary School in Dagoretti South, died on September 1, 2026, from severe internal medical complications caused by a stabbing he sustained in April 2026 while intervening in a classroom fight. The Chief Government Pathologist confirmed the stabbing incident directly caused his death.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga County recorded 40 suicide deaths between January and August 2026, with 33 men and seven women, prompting county officials to call for greater openness in discussing mental health challenges. Cases have included family tragedies and school-going children, county officials said.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Kuria West, Migori County, have launched investigations into the death of a 28-year-old herdsman whose body was found beside the Renyamabairege River. The death followed a dispute over cattle that allegedly destroyed crops, and an estimated 200 people armed with bows, arrows, and machetes gathered at the scene, blocking officers from retrieving the body and demanding the herd be returned before they would allow the body to be taken away.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
Police are investigating after two men—a 48-year-old British national and a 42-year-old Dutch national—were attacked and robbed by three men on a motorcycle near Siaya Park in Nairobi. The attackers stole cash, electronics, and other items worth over Sh100,000 before fleeing, and the victims were treated at Nairobi Women's Hospital for injuries.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
The National Assembly Public Investments Committee questioned Vincent Omondi Mayienga, former principal of Homa Bay High School, over the institution's Sh184 million liabilities and unaccounted imprest accumulated during his tenure. Mayienga attributed the financial strain to a shortfall between budgeted capitation (Sh22,244 per learner) and actual government funding (averaging about Sh15,000 per learner over seven years).
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya National Highways Authority has temporarily closed a section of Mombasa Road (A8) at the Cabanas Eastern Bypass off-ramp from September 17 to October 22, 2026, to facilitate construction of a box drain. Motorists heading to JKIA will use a designated diversion lane, with traffic marshals deployed to manage flow.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Standard Chartered Kenya has partnered with Hope Mobility Kenya to raise funds for 200 custom-fitted wheelchairs for children with disabilities. Hope Mobility founder Michael Panther will compete in the 42-kilometre Nairobi Marathon on October 25 using a professional racing wheelchair.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's annual Digital Essay Competition introduced a mother tongue language category for the first time, attracting more than 200 entries with the theme "Let me speak," enabling students to raise concerns including bullying and educational malpractice.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
Nurses in Siaya County have rejected a return-to-work order from the Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives, vowing to continue their strike until the county addresses seven months of salary arrears and restoration of medical insurance benefits.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
At least 1,700 young people from refugee and host communities in Garissa and Turkana counties will receive training in artificial intelligence, cloud computing and data analytics through a 25-week programme implemented by Power Learn Project in partnership with the International Labour Organization, Microsoft and the Garissa County Government, supported by the Government of the Netherlands.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A neonatologist at Mbagathi Hospital recorded a video showing the effect of the nurses' strike on newborn care in the neonatal intensive care unit, which went viral.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Anti-Counterfeit Authority has admitted it lacks the capacity to effectively police counterfeit alcoholic drinks amid rising public concerns. Brands from East African Breweries Limited, Kenya Wines Agency Limited, and Zheng Hong Kenya Limited—including vodka and cane products—are most susceptible to counterfeiting in the local market.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Corporal Stephen Maina Nderitu, a prosecution witness in the murder case of teacher Albert Ojwang, has died, raising questions about possible foul play. Nderitu was set to testify against his former boss Samson Kiprotich Talam and five police constables accused in the case.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Father Sandro Ferretto, an Italian-born priest who served in Kenya for 12 years, has left the priesthood and married. He spent over a decade conducting pastoral work in Kenyan communities before leaving celibacy.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenyan activist and politician Morara Kebaso is in a public family dispute with his estranged wife, Mercy Makini, after she accused him of neglecting their three children following her decision to move out. The argument escalated on social media when both sides posted statements about parenting, money, and reputation.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
The government is pushing a new education transformation agenda in the Gusii region that will shift focus from examination grades to skills, teacher preparedness, learner welfare, digital literacy and employability. The plan, unveiled at Kisii University, seeks to bring together national and county governments, schools, universities, TVET institutions, industry, communities and parents to address weaknesses in the education system in Kisii and Nyamira counties.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
A young man's death in Naivasha following a drinking competition has prompted calls for investigation into the safety of bottled spirits sold in Kenya, with Kenyans reporting unusual hangovers, stomach pain, vomiting and confusion after consuming alcohol they suspect is counterfeit or adulterated.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
A 10-year-old girl who was abandoned outside a mosque in Wajir County at eight months old has rejected relatives seeking to take her back, telling them "I want nothing to do with you."
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Multi-agency officers from the DCI, APS and GSU arrested a suspected gang member in Kondele, Kisumu County and recovered crude weapons, tactical gear, cannabis products and warfare-related materials from his residence in Manyatta.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
A Lamu businessman, Mohamed Muse Mire, was abducted from his home in Witu by about six heavily armed gunmen traveling in two vehicles on Thursday evening. His family has demanded his immediate release and investigation, saying they do not know his whereabouts and are in shock.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Registrar of Trade Unions has formally registered Thomas Mboya as Acting Secretary General of KUDHEIHA, following the death of former secretary general Albert Njeru. Mboya, a Senior Deputy Secretary General with over three decades of service in the union, has pledged to provide stable and inclusive leadership while protecting members' rights and welfare.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba says teachers must reinvent their role as artificial intelligence and competency-based learning transform education, shifting from traditional instruction to facilitating critical thinking, collaboration, innovation, and real-world application. He warned that technology alone cannot transform education and stressed that teacher welfare and working conditions must improve to enable educators to perform these new responsibilities effectively.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
Chief of Staff Felix Koskei has called on the Oral Health Association of Kenya to move beyond treating disease and become advocates for prevention and equity, warning that the oral health system faces challenges of rising preventable dental disease and uneven workforce deployment. OHAK has also raised concerns about increasing dental fluorosis cases, particularly in urban areas relying on borehole water.
11 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission arrested two DCI officers, Corporals Wesley Korir and Christopher Maina, in Kericho County for allegedly demanding Ksh.500,000 from a complainant to drop a murder case. They were apprehended while allegedly receiving Ksh.120,000, which investigators said was part of the demanded amount.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
On World Suicide Prevention Day, Kirinyaga County urged residents to speak openly about emotional distress and seek professional help, emphasizing that suicide prevention requires a collective response from families, communities, health professionals, schools and government agencies. The county said it is strengthening mental health services, referral systems, community awareness and implementing national suicide prevention policies.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
UNICEF reports that an estimated 1.9 million Kenyan learners experienced climate-related schooling disruption in 2025, with drought as the primary hazard. Globally, more than 171 million students across 106 countries had schooling disrupted by climate hazards in 2025.
10 September 2026 · Capital News →
More than 171 million students — 1 in 10 globally — had their schooling disrupted by climate hazards in 2025, according to UNICEF analysis covering 106 countries. Climate hazards including storms, floods, heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires led to suspended classes, damaged schools, remote learning shifts, and increased dropout risk.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Walter Wekhanya Keya has been charged with conspiracy to defraud, obtaining money by false pretence, and possession of proceeds of crime in connection with an alleged Ksh15.1 million fraud involving victim Constant Wanyonyi. He pleaded not guilty and was released on a Ksh10 million bond with surety or Ksh5 million cash bail.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 14-month-old boy was abducted on September 7 in Kangondo Village, Dagoretti South, when two women deceived older children into leaving him in their care and then fled with him into a nearby forest. The incident was captured on security cameras.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Climate hazards disrupted schooling for more than 171 million students globally in 2025, about one in ten children of pre-primary to upper-secondary age, according to UNICEF analysis. Storms were the most common cause, affecting 109 million students, followed by floods affecting at least 70 million and heatwaves disrupting schooling for about 50 million children.
10 September 2026 · Capital News →
A mother's account describes how sickle cell disease in her son affected not only his physical health through emergency visits and crises, but also disrupted his education, work prospects, and mental health over years of managing the illness.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company will shut down the Sasumua Water Treatment Plant from 6am Friday to 8am Saturday, September 12, for emergency repairs along the Sasumua-Kabete pipeline. The shutdown will affect water supply across large parts of Nairobi, including residential estates, hospitals, learning institutions, the CBD, and parts of the airport corridor.
10 September 2026 · Capital News →
Officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations arrested Crispus Mwangi Gitambi at his house in the Athena area, linked to abduction, gang rape, and phone-snatching incidents in Thika. He was positively identified in an ongoing abduction and gang rape case before Thika Law Courts and in connection with four robbery cases under investigation.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Nairobi court has granted the Directorate of Criminal Investigations four additional days to detain two suspects in the murder of doctor Victoria Mutiso, after detectives requested seven days to complete investigations involving forensic reports, financial analysis, and witness interviews.
10 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has called for urgent action on Kenya's suicide crisis, noting that the Ministry of Health estimates four people die by suicide daily, but cautioning that the true scale is unknown due to the absence of a national suicide registry and persistent stigma.
10 September 2026 · Capital News →
A Nairobi court has granted the Directorate of Criminal Investigations four additional days to hold suspects Daniel Mwangi and Kevin Kinuthia as detectives complete investigations into Dr Victoria Mutiso's murder, pending forensic and financial reports and witness identification.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Walter Wekhanya Keya was charged with conspiracy to defraud, obtaining money by false pretences, and possession of proceeds of crime after allegedly obtaining Sh15.1 million from a man under the guise of investing it in a business venture between May and October 2023. He pleaded not guilty and was granted a Sh10 million bond with a similar surety.
10 September 2026 · Capital News →
Two suspects have been arrested and arraigned in connection with a five-member gang that raided a hardware store in Murubara, Kirinyaga County, at about 3am on Saturday, attacking two night watchmen and escaping with 36 bags of cement, a Toyota Hilux pick-up, 86 iron sheets, a gas cylinder, four rolls of binding wire and a Tuk Tuk. Police have recovered the Tuk Tuk and are pursuing the other three gang members.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mbagathi County Referral Hospital has opened a Comprehensive Diabetes Centre to provide specialised care including clinical diabetes management, patient education, nutrition counselling and long-term support for patients in Nairobi and neighbouring counties. The centre is the second of its kind in Kenya and was established through a partnership between Nairobi City County, Mbagathi Hospital and pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital's expanded renal unit conducted 181 dialysis sessions in August, with patients receiving an average of 3.3 sessions during the month. The facility now has 11 functional haemodialysis machines to improve access to kidney care for Nairobi county residents.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Principal Secretary for TVET called for stronger collaboration between industry and Technical and Vocational Education and Training institutions, saying employers should help shape training through identifying skills gaps, developing curricula, and providing workplace learning opportunities.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Doctors carry lasting psychological burden from patients they could not save, with some deaths affecting them long after their shifts end. The article explores the toll this takes on healthcare workers as the nurses' strike concludes.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's public health system was paralysed for 43 days by a nurses' strike, during which 522 deaths occurred. The KNUNM Secretary General signed a return-to-work agreement on September 9, 2026 to end the crisis.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
The proposed Legal Education (Advocates Training Programme) Regulations, 2026, would end the Kenya School of Law's exclusive position in training advocates by allowing accredited public and private institutions that meet Council for Legal Education standards to offer the programme.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Young mothers, including a 17-year-old Form Four student, have been detained days after giving birth at Makueni Mother and Child Hospital after failing to pay medical bills. One mother said she delivered at a private hospital for Sh12,000 before being referred to the county facility when complications developed.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested two DCI officers attached to Kipkelion Sub-County over allegations of soliciting and receiving a bribe, including demanding Sh500,000 from a complainant in exchange for terminating a murder case. They were arrested while allegedly receiving Sh120,000 of the demanded amount and released on cash bail of Sh30,000 each.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Four men were lynched by a mob in Yala village, Rachuonyo South Sub-County, Homa Bay County, after they arrived at a homestead and residents became suspicious of their mission. The mob killed three on the spot and torched the suspects' vehicle; a fourth was tracked down and killed after seeking directions to Oyugis Town.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Education stakeholders in Homa Bay County have adopted a Gender in Education Action Plan 2026–2030 to address low completion rates among girls, attributed to teen pregnancy, early marriage, HIV infections and gender-based violence. Research by the Population Council of Kenya found that 52.9 per cent of girls complete secondary education in the county, compared to 56.7 per cent of boys, with 30 per cent of girls dropping out during transition from primary to secondary.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority is working to identify four police officers involved in the September 1, 2026 abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich. IPOA has collected CCTV and dashboard camera footage, vehicle records, and statements from the victim and a witness, and says further investigative activities including digital evidence analysis and officer identification are ongoing.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Oral Health Association of Kenya reports an upsurge in dental fluorosis cases in urban centres across the country, attributed to the use of borehole water with high fluoride levels, particularly affecting children under 10 years. The association's president noted the condition is now prevalent in estates in Nairobi and Ngong, as well as other counties beyond traditionally affected areas like Naivasha.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
A Nakuru court has ruled that a Sh30 million property claimed by the beneficiaries of a deceased businesswoman's estate is not available for distribution, leaving the heirs with a significant setback 31 years after her death.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Following President William Ruto's directive on undocumented foreign traders, Burundian workers and traders have departed Kenya, leaving gaps in services Kenyans had relied on — from boda boda riders to shoe-washers at Gikomba market. The transition to local replacements has not been seamless.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Members of the National Assembly have asked the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) to explain the status of textbook distribution to public secondary schools.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Webuye East Sub-County Deputy County Commissioner has raised alarm over rising cases of defilement, incest and teen pregnancies in Bungoma County.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is aligning technical vocational training with labour market needs through the International TVET Conference 2026 in Nairobi, which brings together government, employers, training institutions and international experts to strengthen links between classrooms and workplaces. The Principal Secretary for TVET says Kenya needs training developed with industry and for industry, with employers serving as active partners in shaping skills rather than merely receiving trained workers.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company will shut down the Sasumua Water Treatment Plant on September 11–12 for emergency repairs on the Sasumua–Kabete pipeline, affecting water supply in Dagoretti, Westlands, Starehe, Kibra and Lang'ata constituencies. The company advises customers to store adequate water in advance.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
Health officials in Lamu are concerned about a rising trend of Hepatitis B cases in the county. Recent screening has identified positive cases among fishermen, seamen, and healthcare workers, with patients attributing transmission to unprotected sex and occupational exposure.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
An 11-month-old baby had his right arm amputated after a tourniquet was left tied for over 24 hours at Wesu Sub-County Hospital in Taita Taveta County, causing gangrene. The court found the hospital's failure to remove the tourniquet constituted medical negligence, and awarded the child Sh9.9 million in compensation.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
The government has identified 18 counties as high-risk areas ahead of heavy rains and flooding expected from October, with a multi-agency team already working in Baringo County on evacuation and preparation efforts.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Stephen Maina Nderitu, a police officer and protected witness in the Albert Ojwang murder case, died on Monday from acute ulcers, cardiac arrest, and depression. His death removes a crucial witness expected to testify about links between the former OCS and CCTV tampering at Central Police Station.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's adolescents face a growing crisis of HIV infections, teenage pregnancy, and sexual and gender-based violence. State and non-state actors gathered at a National Round Table Forum in Nairobi to address the interconnected challenges, warning that urgent and targeted interventions are needed to prevent the situation from spiralling out of control.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Three men aged 17 and 21 were arrested in Ruai for operating an anonymous TikTok page to lure women to secluded areas for robbery and sexual assault. The suspects forced some victims to transfer money via M-Pesa and robbed others of mobile phones and valuables.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A 25-second video circulating online shows adult men forcibly handing alcoholic drinks to schoolboys in uniforms in a residential area, sparking public outrage over child exploitation and illegal supply of alcohol to minors.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya National Union of Nurses called off a 43-day strike after signing a Return to Work Formula with the Council of Governors. The stalemate centered on non-implementation of a 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement and issues including UHC payroll coverage and reinstatement of nurses dismissed by Kisii County.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Three suspects have been arrested for an alleged scheme in which young women were lured through TikTok into meetings that turned into sexual violence and theft. Detectives say the suspects used an anonymous TikTok account to contact victims and arrange meetings in secluded areas, where they were assaulted and robbed; the suspects also allegedly forced some victims to transfer money via M-Pesa. Five victims have identified the suspects in separate cases across Buruburu, Embakasi, and Ruai.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
A 32-year-old Kenyan man accused of making inflammatory remarks targeting Burundian nationals has been charged with hate speech and related offences after a video of him speaking at a September 6 gathering circulated online. He was released on a Sh300,000 bond pending a case mention on October 28.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
Police in Rwanda have increased enforcement against what they describe as "indecent behaviour" in recent weeks, including a viral video of a woman being arrested for wearing a dress showing her legs, and turning away concertgoers from a Diamond Platnumz concert in Kigali for style grounds.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Detectives in Trans Nzoia County arrested Isaack Walumoli in connection with his 35-year-old brother Nelson Wanundu's death following a physical confrontation on August 5 at Mbai Farm Village. Wanundu was taken to hospital the next morning but was pronounced dead on arrival, and Walumoli was apprehended in Kitale Town after going into hiding.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police arrested 12 suspects after rowdy youths allegedly obstructed a convoy of dignitaries attending a women's economic empowerment function hosted by First Lady Rachel Ruto at KMTC grounds in Siaya on September 8, 2026. The suspects reportedly hurled stones at police officers and attempted to force their way through the convoy's path, prompting security to restore order.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's Ministry of Health has activated its El Niño preparedness plan in 18 high-risk counties ahead of heavy rains expected during October-December, warning of increased flooding, displacement, and waterborne and vector-borne disease outbreaks. The ministry is seeking support from development and health partners for medical structures, emergency services, health campaigns, water and sanitation interventions, and medical supplies.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
Scheduled maintenance on the Nairobi Expressway deck after the Westlands Exit from September 8 to September 20 has redirected motorists exiting at Westlands onto the lower A8 road along Waiyaki Way, causing heavy traffic and long queues on the already busy corridor.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Heavy rains and strong winds swept through Makunga Market in Tongaren, Bungoma County on Tuesday evening, damaging residential houses, business premises, and the Makunga Police Station quarters. A police corporal's house collapsed but he was rescued by residents; affected families are appealing to the county government for assistance.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
President William Ruto has unveiled a partnership with Italy and GKSD Group to construct 13 Level Five county referral hospitals and two Level Six national teaching and referral hospitals across 15 counties, aimed at expanding specialized healthcare and addressing hospital bed shortages.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission arrested a court assistant in Eldoret over allegations of receiving a Sh20,000 bribe to facilitate a stay order, and a court process server in Nakuru accused of soliciting a bribe for a convenient mention date. Both suspects were released on cash bail pending investigations.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
Police have launched investigations into the murder of 21-year-old Francisca Thuranira, whose body was discovered in Umoja Two, Nairobi with eight stab wounds to the chest. Investigators are pursuing a possible relationship-related motive and are seeking the deceased's boyfriend.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers has condemned an alleged attack on clinical officers during a peaceful procession in Makueni County on September 8, demanding arrests and an independent investigation. One officer sustained a complete fracture and was admitted for surgery, while others suffered soft-tissue injuries.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya has signed a partnership with Italian firm GKSD Group to develop 15 new hospitals across the country, comprising 13 Level 5 county referral hospitals and two Level 6 national teaching and referral hospitals. The agreement, signed at State House Nairobi and witnessed by President Ruto, is part of the Government of Italy's Mattei Plan for Africa partnership framework.
9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Persons with Disabilities in Nakuru County have issued a five-day demonstration notice to the county government, stating that Sh25.7 million in allocated PWD funds for the 2025/2026 financial year were not disbursed to beneficiaries, and that no budgetary allocation was made in 2026/2027. The group is demanding Governor Susan Kihika intervene within five days to provide status, management, and disbursement details of the PWD Fund, as well as comprehensive financial accountability and an independent forensic audit.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Felistus Njeri Muturi, a woman from Limuru, has died barely a year after a road tragedy in Naivasha claimed the lives of her husband Frank Muturi, their three children (Fidelis Waithira, 14; Catherine Wanjiku, 12; Victor Kirubi, 8), and two brothers-in-law. According to family sources, she fell ill following the accident that killed her family members.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Police in Starehe Sub-County, Nairobi, are investigating circumstances under which two women were rescued from a house believed to be an abortion den on Monday evening.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's public health system faces deepening strain as the nurses' strike continues into its 40th day, with health workers warning of worsening disruption to essential services and accusing authorities of failing to resolve the dispute.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's nurses have been on strike for 44 days demanding full implementation of the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement, permanent and pensionable appointments for UHC-recruited nurses, and revised career progression guidelines. Doctors threaten to join in sympathy, risking near-total collapse of public health services as the government and Council of Governors blame each other.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's public health system faces increasing strain as the nurses' strike enters its 40th day, with health workers warning of worsening disruption to essential services and accusing authorities of failing to resolve the dispute.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
A days-old infant in critical condition was rescued from a house in Riverside, Ruaraka, suspected to be operating as an illegal abortion centre after police raided it on Monday evening following a public tip-off. Two women found at the premises were in severe pain and bleeding heavily, and police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the infant's presence there.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya is consolidating academic records from recognised institutions into a National Qualifications Database to make it harder for people with forged qualifications to secure employment. The Kenya National Qualifications Authority aims to connect all universities to the system by the end of the year, with only 22 percent currently onboarded, to streamline verification of academic credentials for employers.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Following a nurses' strike that began over 40 days ago, Nakuru residents are facing a healthcare crisis linked to the January 2024 closure of Nakuru War Memorial Hospital. At least 11 people died at Nakuru Level Five Hospital during the strike, with leaders attributing the deaths to the loss of the War Memorial facility's capacity.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Burundians, Congolese, Rwandese, and Ugandans have increasingly entered Kenya's street food and small goods hawking sector, selling items such as mandazis, tea, coffee, and groundnuts. The growth has raised concerns about health, environmental risks, and plastic waste disposal practices.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Rights defenders warn that the Government's directive requiring foreign nationals to shut down small businesses such as hawking, street vending, salons and retail could push vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers into unsafe livelihoods. President Ruto extended the regularisation period by 90 days after initially setting a deadline of September 7.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Transport services on the Webuye-Eldoret Highway were disrupted after residents of Matunda protested rising insecurity in Likuyani sub-county, with leaders and residents demanding an overhaul of the security team over increased cases of murder and robbery. Residents say more than seven people have died in the area in less than three months.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's nurses have called off their 43-day nationwide strike after the Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives and the Council of Governors agreed on a return-to-work formula. The agreement gives the two sides 45 days to conclude negotiations on the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement and commits county governments to employ UHC staff on permanent and pensionable terms from July 1, 2026.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Education stakeholders in Trans Nzoia County have called on the government to address fraudulent college admissions and academic fraud, citing concerns that unregistered colleges are issuing fake certificates and hiring unqualified staff. A college principal stressed that rigorous inspections of nursing training institutions are essential to ensure adequate facilities, qualified staff, and professional-standard graduates.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
A 67-year-old woman in Malindi, Kilifi County, was fatally attacked by unknown assailants in her compound who accused her of practising witchcraft. According to rights group Haki Yetu Organization, many elderly persons in Kilifi have reportedly been killed over similar accusations.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
More than 200 families in Ololama village, Trans Mara South, are living in tents after their houses were burnt during clashes between the Kipsigis and Siria communities. The displaced residents face additional hardships, including children unable to attend school as the local ECDE facility has been converted into a shelter.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Health professionals and education stakeholders are pushing to make oral health education and prevention part of everyday school life, arguing that schools provide an important platform for children to develop good hygiene habits, prevent dental diseases, and transfer health messages to families. The Oral Health Association of Kenya (OHAK) conducted an outreach at Mirera Comprehensive School in Naivasha as part of its 32nd Annual Scientific Conference, during which officials urged the public to seek treatment only from registered and licensed practitioners.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Faith Mwikali Ndiwa, a Nairobi Woman Representative aspirant also known as Mama Tutam, has been acquitted of defrauding a Nigerian businessman of Sh25 million. She says the case and an alleged affair with the investor led to her being kicked out of her marriage.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
Three suspects have been arrested by the DCI over allegations of luring women through an anonymous TikTok account to gang-rape and rob them. The suspects allegedly used the account to establish contact with women before arranging meetings in secluded areas, where victims were sexually assaulted, robbed of valuables, and in some cases forced to transfer money via M-Pesa; five victims have identified the suspects.
9 September 2026 · The Standard →
A 65-year-old homeowner in Emenwa village, Kisii County, demolished his mud-walled kitchen after an image believed to be of the Virgin Mary appeared on it, drawing large crowds to his homestead. He said he demolished it to restore peace and normalcy.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police in Makueni County are investigating the suspected murder of Ahmed Amir Rosa, who died following an alleged assault inside the Naqshbandi Zawiya Madrassa. A witness claims five men, including a teacher, beat Amir and allegedly denied him medical attention; a post-mortem examination found injuries consistent with blunt-force trauma, but no arrests have been made four days after his death.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A fire broke out around 11:30 pm at three garages along Muringa Road in Kilimani, destroying more than 50 high-end vehicles. Firefighters arrived about an hour later and took nearly five hours to extinguish the blaze, with car owners and mechanics counting losses running into millions of shillings.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's public health system faces ongoing disruption as nurses continue striking, demanding implementation of the 2017 Collective Bargaining Agreement and addressing concerns over pay, staffing, and working conditions. The Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives says members will not return to work until outstanding commitments including payment of salary arrears and career progression improvements are honoured.
8 September 2026 · Capital News →
Detectives arrested 32-year-old Kevin Odiwuor Otieno for making remarks targeting Burundian nationals at a Bunge la Mwananchi event in Kayole; the video-recorded utterances were widely circulated on social media. He is expected to be charged under the National Cohesion and Integration Act for hate speech and ethnic incitement.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police arrested four Kenyans accused of harassing and extorting foreign nationals in Nairobi's Nyamakima area, as part of an intensifying crackdown on exploitation of immigrants. The arrests follow government apologies over harassment linked to enforcement of foreign trader licensing requirements.
8 September 2026 · Capital News →
Detectives have arrested a 32-year-old man over remarks allegedly targeting Burundian nationals with ethnic hatred, hostility and calls for violence during a Bunge la Mwananchi event. The arrest follows a government apology to the Burundian community over harassment linked to its crackdown on undocumented foreign traders.
8 September 2026 · Capital News →
A mother shares her experience after her four-year-old son was diagnosed with Stage Two Wilms' tumour, a type of kidney cancer that primarily affects children, following symptoms including weight loss, poor appetite, and a swollen stomach.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Paul Mukasiali Shilaho and Billy Otieno Obango have been charged in connection with the alleged loss of Ksh.1.5 billion from the Programme for Rural Outreach of Financial Innovations and Technologies (PROFIT), with Shilaho facing six counts of fraud and Obango facing 45 counts. Both suspects were granted bail or bond by the Anti-Corruption Court in Nairobi.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Comedian Eric Omondi and seven others pleaded not guilty to unlawfully obstructing the operation of motor vehicles along Moi Avenue in Nairobi's Central Business District on September 7, 2026. The prosecution alleges their actions interfered with the free flow of traffic.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Research published in PLOS Medicine found that each additional hour of prolonged, uninterrupted sitting was linked to a 9 percent higher risk of dying from cancer, even in fit adults. The study distinguished between prolonged sedentary bouts—stretches of at least 30 minutes with almost no movement—and interrupted sedentary time broken up by shorter breaks.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An online taxi driver in Nairobi was lured into an offline ride, overpowered by five suspects near Witeithie stage on Thika Road, and left tied up on a farm in Kiambu County after the gang stole his vehicle and smartphone.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union has threatened to issue a strike notice if the ongoing nurses' strike is not resolved within seven days, with KMPDU Secretary General Dr. Davji Bhimji Atellah warning that disrupted services in public health facilities constitute a national healthcare emergency.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has cautioned the government against blanket enforcement measures targeting foreign nationals' businesses, citing reports of threats, intimidation and discriminatory treatment from refugee and migrant communities in several counties.
8 September 2026 · Capital News →
The National Transport and Safety Authority arrested 23 pedestrians at Fig Tree Footbridge on Thika Superhighway for crossing outside designated points, saying such unsafe crossings endanger pedestrians and disrupt traffic flow.
8 September 2026 · Capital News →
Two trustees running an estate valued at more than Ksh.300 million left by a Nandi businessman have been arrested and charged with fraudulently uttering a forged chief's letter. The forgery allegation emerged during a High Court succession case involving the late Bernard Chirchir Murei's children.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Police and National Police Reservists, acting on a public tip-off, disrupted a suspected armed robbery operation along the Dagahaley-Mathangisi Road in Garissa County and recovered a homemade firearm, though the suspects escaped.
8 September 2026 · Capital News →
The prosecution has closed its case in an inquest into the June 2024 shooting death of Rex Maasai in Nairobi's CBD, having called 30 witnesses. The matter returns to court on September 24 for parties to file submissions ahead of judgment.
8 September 2026 · Capital News →
The inquest into the fatal shooting of Rex Masai has concluded after two years, with an IPOA forensic expert confirming that CCTV footage presented as evidence had not been tampered with. The inquest heard evidence from 30 witnesses and examined 48 exhibits before parties proceed to file written submissions.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A fire broke out at a garage off Ole Dume Road in Kilimani, Nairobi, destroying several vehicles and causing significant losses to mechanics and vehicle owners. Emergency teams took more than four hours to contain the blaze due to the presence of vehicles, petrol, and other highly flammable materials inside the facility.
8 September 2026 · Capital News →
Police arrested a 23-year-old man with a Haojin motorcycle at the Lunga Lunga border in Kwale County while he was attempting to cross into Tanzania. The suspect is held at Kubo Police Station and is expected to be arraigned in court on Tuesday.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A community reading festival organized by Grassroot Nest for Innovation and Change (GRiC) Africa was held at Kisapuk Community Learning Center Grounds to promote a culture of reading and lifelong learning among children and families. The event, which brought together learners, parents, community members, local leaders, publishers, and education partners, highlighted the role of families and communities in creating supportive learning environments and showcased African cultural heritage through local stories, languages, and traditions.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A report from the Access to Medicine Foundation says generic pharmaceutical manufacturers are adapting to Africa's health needs by expanding medicine portfolios and investing in local manufacturing, but fragmented markets, unpredictable demand, and varying regulatory requirements across countries continue to limit their ability to expand access in underserved areas.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
In Meru, female genital mutilation, poverty, and early marriage fuel sexual and gender-based violence, with 1,727 SGBV cases recorded in 2025, up from 1,640 the previous year. SHOFCO has established a safe house to address these interconnected harms affecting girls and women in the county.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union has threatened to shut down hospitals and join the ongoing nurses' strike if the government fails to resolve the six-week labour dispute within seven days, citing severe disruption to health services across the country.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
A fire at a garage off Ole Dume Road in Nairobi's Kilimani destroyed several cars after firefighters and emergency teams battled the blaze for more than four hours. The County Customer Service Chief Officer said the fire spread rapidly due to vehicles, petrol, and flammable materials stored inside, leaving mechanics and car owners with significant losses.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Magadi Hospital, operated by Tata Chemicals Magadi, continues providing maternity, surgical, and other essential services despite President Ruto's directive to the County Government to take over day-to-day operations. Residents express concern that the transition could disrupt healthcare at the facility, which serves the local community at subsidised rates.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Busia County has reduced child stunting from 26 per cent to below 15 per cent in four years through improved nutrition and school feeding programmes, but teenage pregnancy rates have only declined from 19 per cent to 16 per cent, leaving Deputy Governor Arthur Odera concerned about ongoing threats to girls' education and health.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Scientists reporting a spike in Hepatitis B infections in Lamu County are puzzled by the finding, as the region has been dominated by Hepatitis C infections, with at least three out of 10 people infected with Hepatitis C. The discovery was made during mass screening by the National AIDS and STI Control Programme and Kenya Medical Research Institute.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
A refugee agency has warned that Kenya's crackdown on undocumented foreign traders risks fuelling xenophobia by failing to distinguish legally protected refugees from undocumented traders. The directive, issued by President William Ruto on September 2, required undocumented foreigners to regularise their status or leave by September 7, triggering confusion and panic despite later government clarification.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Felix Koskei and MP Joseph Cherorot dismissed reports that the proposed Sh8 billion Londiani Referral Hospital would be moved to Kericho town, calling them politically motivated attempts to incite residents. They affirmed the government's commitment to building the hospital at its intended site in Londiani.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Meru County is grappling with rising gender-based violence, recording 1,727 cases of sexual and gender-based violence in 2025, up from 1,640 in 2024, ranking third nationally after Nairobi and Kiambu. Officials attribute the trend to poverty and child neglect, which drive young girls into early marriages, and have launched a 48-bed safe house to provide survivors with shelter, counselling, medical care, legal assistance and economic empowerment services.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Ten hospitals in Kakamega county will receive oxygen support equipment under the Oxygen as a Service programme to improve access to medical-grade oxygen and strengthen patient care capacity. The equipment package includes 20 oxygen concentrators, 10 backup oxygen cylinders, pulse oximeters, and related supplies.
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 →
Governor Abdulswamand Nassir said Mombasa County will forcefully move residents from flood-prone areas including Bombolulu, Mtopanga, Junda and Tudor's Kaa Chonjo to safer places ahead of expected El Niño rains. The county is mapping affected areas with help from assistant chiefs and village elders to prevent flood casualties.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
More than 50,000 students who qualified for university this year did not apply, prompting an education expo bringing 32 universities to Nairobi to help students and parents navigate university choices and explore courses including artificial intelligence.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Nyandarua Governor Kiarie Badilisha has ordered nurses participating in the ongoing national nurses' strike to return to work or forfeit their pending salaries, citing disruption to healthcare services in the county. He stated the county government was engaging the national government to address the nurses' grievances.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Environment Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa has warned Kenyans living on riparian land to move to safer ground ahead of expected heavy rainfall from October through January, citing risks of accidents and incidents from flooding. The Nairobi Rivers Commission noted that encroachment on riparian spaces remains a major obstacle to river rehabilitation efforts.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
A middle-aged boda boda operator was arrested and detained at Itoleka Police Station in Kitui County after allegedly attempting to abduct a 21-year-old third-year nursing student from South Eastern Kenya University on Sunday. The student jumped from the moving motorcycle when the rider ignored her directions and sped past her intended destination, sustaining injuries to her hands, waist and left shoulder; she is to be arraigned at Kitui Law Courts on Wednesday.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Muslim faithful in Nairobi marked Mawlid, the birth of Prophet Muhammad, on September 5, with calls for greater investment in Islamic education and peaceful coexistence ahead of the 2027 General Election. Community leaders emphasised the importance of building madrassas to teach humanity, tolerance and coexistence regardless of religion and race.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Zetech University has introduced new Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy programmes in International Relations and Diplomacy, designed to prepare professionals and scholars to address emerging challenges in global diplomacy including technology, climate change, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
A nurses' strike by county government staff has suspended maternity and nursing services at multiple public health facilities in Nakuru County, forcing expectant mothers and sick children to seek care elsewhere while some facilities remain partially operational through development partner-employed nurses.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
A patients' rights group has called on President William Ruto to intervene in the ongoing strike by nurses and clinical officers, warning that the prolonged disruption of health services is exposing patients to preventable suffering and deaths, particularly pregnant women, newborns, children and those with chronic illnesses.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organisation has extended its internal election nomination deadline by four months to February 28, 2027, citing time spent on a nationwide sensitisation drive for its new savings scheme. Nomination packs for Ward, Sub-County, County and National levels are now ready under the organisation's revised 2019 constitution.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
A clinical officer accused of raping a kidney patient at Pandya Memorial Hospital in Mombasa was acquitted on August 26, 2026, after the magistrate found inadequate evidence to convict, though noting the accused person "most likely" committed the crime. The complainant died before the trial began and did not testify.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →