Nairobi
EACC arrests two KRA officers over alleged Sh3 million bribery scheme
According to the anti-corruption agency, the arrests followed an operation launched after a formal complaint was lodged by the taxpayer.
Counties
Central
Ruto pledges coffee reforms to lower fertilizer costs and speed payments
President Ruto further explained that he would sign the Finance Bill 2026 into law, unlocking Sh18 billion in funding aimed at lowering the cost of coffee fertilizer
Crime
DCI detectives arrest suspect in Busia CBD narcotics seizure
The suspect, identified as Ouma Dibogo Obobo, a resident of Migori County, was taken into custody and escorted to Busia Police Station alongside the recovered exhibits as detectives continue with investigations
Central
Kirinyaga Governor Waiguru calls for fast-tracked coffee debt waiver
Waiguru reiterated her appeal for intervention on historical cooperative debts, saying resolution would accelerate coffee sector revitalisation and improve farmer incomes
Technology
Kenya to host 6th Information Security Management Systems conference in Naivasha
The five-day conference will bring together government officials, ICT professionals, cybersecurity experts, regulators, private sector leaders, academia, and technology solution providers to discuss emerging cyber risks and strategies for strengthening national cyber resilience
News
Kenya expands digital services as State pushes decentralised passport system
Murkomen says citizens can now download birth certificates online, while e-Citizen platforms are being strengthened to improve efficiency. The reforms aim to enhance access, reduce delays, and modernise public service delivery nationwide
Nairobi
Safina Party calls for urgent support for traders after Gikomba Market fire
The party urged authorities to investigate the recurring blazes and strengthen safety measures in public markets, saying traders deserve secure business environments rather than repeated cycles of devastating losses
Coast
Governor Abdulswamad Nassir outlines SEZ and port reforms to boost county revenue
He says Mombasa has secured a county-owned SEZ licence, improved revenue collection through port integration, and is pursuing waste management and logistics projects aimed at boosting efficiency and development
News
Mombasa shifts to direct school feeding to cut education costs, Governor Nassir says
Nassir said Mombasa county government reached an agreement with education stakeholders to take over the school feeding programme, which directly reduced school fees, noting that the intervention—driven by economies of scale—had lowered the overall burden to about 12,000 shillings in some schools
Coast
Nassir: Coast land ownership disputes need lasting solutions, not evictions
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, the governor said historical inequalities in land ownership had created tension, with many residents occupying land for decades while ownership documents are held by others.
Nairobi
Faith Odhiambo urges action to prevent repeated fires at Gikomba Market
In a statement on Sunday, Odhiambo urged authorities to implement lasting measures, including proper market planning, stronger fire safety infrastructure and transparent investigations into repeated fire incidents.
Nairobi
Bomas project targets 11,000 delegates as Kenya eyes major global events
Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano told senators that construction work is moving ahead steadily, with key stages of design already completed and structural development ongoing across the site.
Rift Valley
56 arrested after Kuresoi North empowerment event turns violent
The incident occurred during a women and youth empowerment meeting, where tension suddenly escalated, causing panic among attendees and forcing officers to intervene. At least three people sustained injuries, including gunshot wounds.
Coast
Ruto pledges Sh142 billion investment to unlock Kenya’s blue economy potential
Ruto said the decision to focus on the blue economy was made three years ago after the government identified that the sector had not been contributing enough to national growth and development.
Politics
Jalang’o questions reach of Linda Mwananchi movement in Nairobi
The MP questioned the visibility of the Linda Mwananchi movement, which has been associated with Sifuna and Babu Owino, saying it has not created a strong presence in the city.
Nairobi
Nairobi Water announces 24-hour shutdown affecting 17 areas over pipeline leak
The shutdown will run from Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. to Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 6:00 a.m., marking a full 24-hour suspension of supply to allow engineers to complete repairs and restore system stability.
Nyanza
DCI arrests three suspects linked to Chemelil Academy attack in Muhoroni
The operation resulted in the arrest of three individuals identified as Bernard Ouma, Thomas Onyango Ouma and Walter Owa, also known as Teddy Obul
Coast
Senate probe exposes Sh2.1bn risk in Kilifi revenue deal
Appearing before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee led by Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang’, Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro said the agreement was poorly structured from the beginning and blamed earlier county leadership for locking the county into risk.
Politics
Wanga faces Senate questions over Sh1.52bn pending bills and hospital funds
The audit showed that the county had accumulated pending bills amounting to Sh1.52 billion. Of this, Sh1.09 billion had remained unpaid for more than one year, while about Sh700 million had stayed unsettled for over three years.
Nairobi
New terminal, airfield works planned in Sh154.2bn JKIA upgrade
Under the plan, existing terminals will be upgraded and expanded to accommodate up to 12 million passengers every year, while a new terminal with capacity for 10 million passengers annually will also be built.
Nairobi
KeNHA announces three-month partial closure of Waiyaki Way near Westlands roundabout
The authority said the affected section is the Nakuru-bound side of Waiyaki Way (A8) between Karuna Close and Westlands Roundabout. The traffic restrictions will take effect on June 25 and remain in place until September 25, 2026.
Coast
Senator Shakila demands answers over KDF land acquisition in Lamu
The senator raised concerns about the transparency of the acquisition process, compensation of affected residents and the continued expansion of military facilities in the area, saying local communities deserve clear answers regarding the use of their ancestral land.
Nairobi
Residents petition City Hall over tree-cutting concerns in Parklands, Highridge and Westlands
The petition was signed by Parklands Residents Association Secretary General Teddy Obiero, who faulted the county's Forestry Department for allegedly approving tree-cutting requests without conducting adequate inspections or exploring options that would allow the trees to remain standing.
North-Eastern
Gender Comission raises alarm over child protection and GBV cases in Isiolo forum
The forum, convened through NGEC’s Isiolo Regional Office in partnership with Inform Action Organisation and the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), sought to strengthen coordinated responses aimed at promoting equality and improving safety and welfare in the region
Rift Valley
Kenya Power launches wildlife protection project to cut electrocutions and reduce outages
The project will install wildlife-friendly protective covers on sections of power infrastructure identified as high-risk areas for animal electrocution, to safeguard endangered bird species while enhancing the reliability of electricity supply in affected regions
Nairobi
Koskei calls for stronger coordination to cut duplication in public service
He warned against institutional conflicts and duplication of roles, urging agencies to resolve overlaps through engagement in order to enhance efficiency and public service outcomes
Nairobi
DCI calls for stronger national security, intelligence-led policing
The DCI also urged security commanders to intensify their investigative work and make optimal use of available resources
Education and Career
Governor Nassir orders fresh assessment of school feeding initiative after complaints
The county government has launched an assessment exercise to determine whether the programme is helping families lower education costs as initially promised.
Coast
DPP charges former Taita Taveta County official over Sh8.3 million fraud claim
According to court documents, the accused is said to have submitted payment requests for activities that never took place in several locations, including Dubai, Mombasa, Arusha, Nairobi, and within Taita Taveta County
Africa
Nairobi hosts launch of Africa’s first anti-corruption research centre
The centre will serve as a continental hub for research, capacity building, and knowledge sharing