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Security Non-Negotiable, Says Ruto as He Rolls Out Capital Overhaul
Feb 17, 2026 President William Ruto has challenged critics to offer alternative ideas instead of engaging in what he termed noise and activism, urging Kenyans to embrace pat...
Ruto Moves to Strengthen Land Oversight with New NLC Appointments
Feb 17, 2026 President William Ruto has nominated Dr. Abdillahi Saggaf Alawi as Chairperson of the National Land Commission (NLC), alongside six other commissioners, sending...
Ruto Orders Creation of Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit to Boost Capital Security
Feb 17, 2026 President William Ruto has directed the Interior Cabinet Secretary, Kipchumba Murkomen, to prepare and present a framework for establishing a dedicated Nairobi...
Issack Hassan Resigns as IPOA Chair Following Court of Appeal Appointment
Feb 17, 2026 Issack Hassan has resigned as Chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) after his appointment as a judge of the Court of Appeal. His de...
Kenya Aviation Workers Union Calls Off Two-Day Strike After Deal With Transport Ministry
Feb 17, 2026 The Kenya Aviation Workers Union has called off its two-day strike following a meeting with the Ministry of Transport, paving the way for the full resumption of...
Kenya Pipeline Company Unveils Share Allocation Plan for Landmark IPO
Feb 17, 2026 The Kenya Pipeline Company has detailed how shares in its planned initial public offering will be distributed, as the State moves to widen ownership of the stra...
Kenya Pilots Association Calls for Dialogue as Aviation Go-Slow Disrupts Flights
Feb 17, 2026 The Kenya Airline Pilots Association has urged urgent dialogue to resolve the ongoing aviation workers’ strike that has disrupted flight operations across the c...
Aviation Workers’ Strike Disrupts Flights at JKIA
Feb 16, 2026 Operations at Kenya Airports Authority facilities were disrupted on Monday after aviation workers staged an industrial strike, causing delays and travel chaos a...
Gender CS Hanna Cheptumo Condemns Secret Filming of Kenyan Women, Orders Probe
Feb 16, 2026 Gender, Culture and Children Services Cabinet Secretary Hanna Cheptumo has strongly condemned the alleged secret filming and circulation of intimate images of K...
Senator Sifuna Condemns Killing of Vincent at Kitengela Rally
Feb 16, 2026 Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has expressed shock and condemnation following the death of 28-year-old Vincent Ayomo, who was shot during a political rally in Kit...
Kenyan Activist Mwabili Mwagodi Detained at Lunga Lunga Border
Feb 16, 2026 Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi was arrested on Sunday, February 15, at the Lunga Lunga border while attempting to leave the country for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania...
Bayern Munich Eyes Yan Diomande Amid Premier League Competition
Feb 16, 2026 FC Bayern Munich have emerged as suitors for Ivorian winger Yan Diomandeing in the Bundesliga this season for RB Leipzig. The 19-year-old’s performances have ma...
Trafford Uncertain Over City Future After Donnarumma Arrival
Feb 16, 2026 James Trafford has disclosed that he was unaware of Manchester City’s intention to sign Gianluigi Donnarumma last summer, acknowledging that the development cau...
Ramadan Preparations Underway as Muslims Await Crescent Moon Sighting
Feb 16, 2026 Muslims across the country are preparing for the holy month of Ramadan, with the start date expected on Tuesday or Wednesday depending on the official sighting...
Gachagua Rallies Roysambu as Opposition Steps Up 2027 Mobilisation
Feb 16, 2026 Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Sunday took his political tour to Roysambu Constituency in Nairobi, addressing residents of Zimmerman, Githurai 44 a...
Kenya Lionesses Fall 14‑5 to Spain, Eye Top‑Four Finish
Feb 16, 2026 The Kenya Lionesses wrapped up their 2026 HSBC SVNS Women’s Division leg in Nairobi with a 14‑5 loss to Spain at Nyayo National Stadium, leaving them to fight f...
Afrisa International: Decades of Rumba, Rhythm, and Resonance
Feb 16, 2026 l’Orchestre Afrisa International was a Congolese rumba and soukous band founded in 1970 by singer‑songwriter Tabu Ley Rochereau. The name “Afrisa” combined “Afr...
Gor Mahia Move Six Points Clear with Win Over APS Bomet
Feb 15, 2026 Gor Mahia strengthened their hold on the FKF Premier League summit on Sunday with a 2‑1 victory over APS Bomet at the Kericho Green Stadium. The win lifts the 2...
Kenya Sevens Finish Third in Opening Leg of HSBC SVNS Division Two
Feb 15, 2026 Kenya national rugby sevens team finished third with 12 points in the opening leg of the HSBC SVNS Division Two held at Nyayo National Stadium on 14–15 February...
Arsenal Cruise Past Wigan Athletic to Reach FA Cup Fifth Round
Feb 15, 2026 Arsenal delivered a commanding performance to defeat Wigan Athletic 4–0 in the fourth round of the FA Cup on Sunday afternoon. The emphatic victory at the Emira...
Edwin Sifuna Leads ODM Breakaway Faction Rally in Kitengela Amid Rising Party Tensions
Feb 15, 2026 Kitengela town in Kajiado County witnessed a dramatic political showdown as Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna spearheaded a rally organised by a breakaway faction of...