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Ruto rewards Kenyan Tokyo medalists with Sh27 million and housing plan

Kenya claimed a total of 11 medals in Tokyo, including seven gold, two silver, and two bronze. Of the gold winners, six were women and one was a man. The champions included Beatrice Chebet (5,000m & 10,000m), Faith Kipyegon (1,500m), Peres Jepchirchir (women’s marathon), Lillian Odira (800m), Faith Cherotich (3,000m steeplechase), and Emmanuel Wanyonyi (800m).

MPs reject move to create specific law against sextortion

The proposal, fronted by Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris on behalf of survivors and advocacy groups, sought to amend the Penal Code and the Sexual Offences Act to create a separate offence with clear penalties and victim protection measures.

2028 Olympics race in focus as Nakuru hosts fifth leg of Equator Tour

So far, four legs have been completed: Ruiru Sports Club, Limuru Country Club, Mt. Kipipiri Golf & Resort, and Great Rift Lodge Golf Club.

Tragedy in Ethiopia: Church structure collapse kills dozens, injures hundreds

The tragic incident occurred early in the morning at Arerti Mariam church in Minjar Sheknora, around 70 kilometres from the capital Addis Ababa, where thousands of worshippers had assembled for the annual Orthodox Christian celebration of St Mary.

UEFA Champions League Wednesday wrap

Elsewhere there were comfortable wins for Arsenal and Newcastle United, as Napoli and Borussia Dortmund were among the other teams to claim victories on the second matchday of the league phase.

Crackdown on unauthorised developments kicks off in Nairobi

The county has invoked the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019, which gives it powers to stop illegal construction, prosecute offenders, impose penalties and demolish structures that violate development regulations.

Kilifi teacher arrested over death of pupil after alleged beating

Police said the incident occurred on September 19, 2025, during the last lesson before games at the school in Kilifi South Sub-County. The teacher, identified as Ian Tembo, allegedly instructed Grade 8 pupils to kneel before administering corporal punishment.

SHA confirms Andrew Rotich remains in role despite whistleblower claims

Rotich, a whistleblower in a high-profile corruption case, has been at the center of public attention following reports suggesting his dismissal.

KPL: Lack of goals worries Tusker FC coach as slow start to the season continues

Tusker are now 17th in the 18 team league and the reality is that Okere and his players are under pressure to perform as the season continues.

Government sets reforms to address Junior Secondary School challenges

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba told the Senate on Wednesday that the reforms aim to enhance school independence, address staffing concerns, and refine the JSS structural framework.

Lishenga: Wealth gap and living conditions shape Kenyans’ health

Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Thursday, Lishenga explained that health outcomes in the country are driven by what he called the “social determinants of health.”

Lishenga: Technocratic SHA language locked out public

Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation, Lishenga explained that some university postgraduates had produced a paper analysing the failures in communicating SHA reforms, and their findings pointed to a key problem: overly technical language that shut out the public.

Nakuru activist petitions IEBC to prove election system security

In his petition, Omusundi called on the commission to openly recognize the risks posed by spyware and AI-driven interference, insisting that the threat model should cover all electoral assets.

Top level players negotiate to play less ahead of 12 team Nations Championships

The guidelines, recommended to World Rugby by a project group of experts - state that players should play no more than 30 games in a single season or six consecutive match weeks, and should also have a dedicated five-week off-season break.

Gov't, lecturers stuck over disputed dues as strike drags into third week

Appearing before the Senate, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba maintained that the government only owes lecturers Sh624 million, disputing the lecturers’ claim that the figure stands at Sh7.9 billion.

Elon Musk becomes world’s first half-trillionaire

According to Forbes’ billionaires index, Musk’s net worth briefly hit $500.1 billion on Wednesday afternoon in New York before easing to just over $499 billion later in the day. The milestone reinforces his position as the richest person in the world, far ahead of other major tech figures.

High court frees Sh537 million frozen in Mike Sonko case

In a judgment delivered on Wednesday, Justice Nixon Sifuna ruled that the agency failed to provide evidence linking the funds to criminal activity.

White House warns of mass layoffs as US shutdown standoff deepens

A vote to reopen the government collapsed just hours after the shutdown took effect, and the Senate later adjourned without a deal, increasing fears of a prolonged standoff that could cost the economy billions and put hundreds of thousands of jobs at risk.

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Kenyan activists detained in Uganda amid support for Bobi Wine

Free Kenya Movement National Chairman Bob Njagi and Secretary General Nicholas Oyoo were apprehended on Wednesday afternoon at Stabex Filling Station in Kireka, according to the movement.

DPP presents four more witnesses in Starlet Wahu murder trial

Clinical officer Olang testified about treating a male patient around 11pm on the night of the murder. He identified the patient in court as Matara and said he had two stab wounds; one on the right thigh and another on the right hand, and appeared intoxicated.

Migori family demands answers after Allan Kamau allegedly dies in custody

Kamau had been held at Komwamu Police Post in Kuria West following a dispute with his aunt over trees valued at Sh30,000, and his sudden death has left relatives demanding urgent answers from the authorities.

Airport workers call off strike after resolving dispute with KAA

KAA’s Acting Managing Director, Mohamud Gedi, expressed gratitude to the KAA Board of Directors, led by Chairman Caleb Kositany, as well as government ministries for facilitating the talks.

State confirms readiness to host 24th COMESA summit in Nairobi

The high-level meeting will take place on October 9, 2025, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC).

Babu Owino to state: Honour CBAs with lecturers and end strike

The lawmaker warned that over 500,000 students’ futures are at stake if the strike continues, adding that the crisis is deepening mistrust in government and fueling brain drain among academics.

CAF Champions League: Champions Pyramids defeat Rwanda's APR in Kigali

Careless passing by the home team led to both goals, and the result virtually assures Pyramids of progress to the second and final qualifying round.

KPL: Nairobi United claim first win, as Police, Tusker drop points

Ovella Ochieng was the match winner for Nairobi United, who backed up their CAF Confederation Cup success over Uganda's NEC FC, with a massive three points on the road.

Divisive, ethnic politics have no place in modern Kenya – Kindiki

Speaking in Irunduni, Tharaka Nithi County, during a development engagement with grassroots leaders and residents from Kitui County, Kindiki said the government will work with all leaders regardless of political, regional, or religious affiliations.

UEFA Champions League Wednesday action: All the numbers

Barcelona take on PSG in the main match of the day as week two of the group stages coming in hot.

IEBC clarifies use of iris in voter registration, says it’s not mandatory

According to the electoral agency, the additional option of iris data is meant to strengthen verification processes.