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Ruto urges discipline and community role amid rising school unrest

Education and Career

Ruto urges discipline and community role amid rising school unrest

Speaking on Sunday during the 60th anniversary celebrations of Burieruri Boys High School in Maua, Meru County, President Ruto said recent incidents of unrest in schools across the country should prompt national reflection on the role of parents, teachers and communities in nurturing responsible young people.

David Abonyo 28 Jun 2026

Iran’s farewell note wins hearts after World Cup exit

Sports

Iran’s farewell note wins hearts after World Cup exit

Following their 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle on Saturday, Iran confirmed on Sunday that they had been eliminated from the tournament despite remaining unbeaten in Group G.

Shadrack Andenga 28 Jun 2026

CS Ogamba announces plans for a multi-stakeholder team to address school unrest

Education and Career

CS Ogamba announces plans for a multi-stakeholder team to address school unrest

Speaking during the 60th Anniversary Thanksgiving Service at Burieruri High School in Meru County on Sunday, CS Ogamba said the proposed team would bring together key players in the education sector to identify long-term solutions to what he described as a recurring challenge affecting learners.

David Abonyo 28 Jun 2026

Scotland send wives and girlfriends home as World Cup hopes fade

World-Cup-2026

Scotland send wives and girlfriends home as World Cup hopes fade

Their group was among the first to conclude its fixtures, leaving the Scots in suspense as they awaited results from other matches to determine their fate in Group C, where they finished third.

Shadrack Andenga 28 Jun 2026

Footballer dies in Venezuela's back-to-back quakes

Sports

Footballer dies in Venezuela's back-to-back quakes

Yimvert Berroteran, an 18-year-old Venezuelan footballer, reportedly died after being trapped under rubble following back-to-back earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude that struck the country’s northern region on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

Shadrack Andenga 28 Jun 2026

US unveils limited-edition US passport featuring Trump for America's 250th anniversary

Global Affairs

US unveils limited-edition US passport featuring Trump for America's 250th anniversary

President Trump revealed images of the redesigned passport pages on social media on Friday, showing one page featuring his image with his fists resting on the Resolute Desk, the Declaration of Independence in the background and his signature beneath it.

David Abonyo 28 Jun 2026

Matiang'i opposes mandatory annual vehicle inspection charges, calls for public review

News

Matiang'i opposes mandatory annual vehicle inspection charges, calls for public review

In a statement issued on Sunday, Matiang'i questioned the justification behind the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) directive requiring annual inspections for private vehicles older than four years, arguing that the measure risks placing an additional burden on households and businesses.

David Abonyo 28 Jun 2026

Uruguay cancels chartered flight after World Cup exit

World-Cup-2026

Uruguay cancels chartered flight after World Cup exit

As a result, players will now make their own travel arrangements and return home on separate commercial flights instead of travelling back together as a team.

Shadrack Andenga 28 Jun 2026

Western Kenya leaders urge Ruto to pick Wetang’ula as 2027 running mate

Politics

Western Kenya leaders urge Ruto to pick Wetang’ula as 2027 running mate

The push, led by Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa and supported by more than 15 Members of Parliament, was made during a women empowerment programme in Lurambi Constituency on Saturday, where leaders also reaffirmed support for President Ruto's re-election bid.

David Abonyo 28 Jun 2026

Kane becomes England’s all-time World Cup top scorer

World-Cup-2026

Kane becomes England’s all-time World Cup top scorer

The England captain scored with a 67th-minute header to take his World Cup tally to 11 goals across three tournaments since making his debut at Russia 2018, surpassing Gary Lineker’s previous record of 10 goals.

Shadrack Andenga 28 Jun 2026

US and Iran exchange strikes, accuse each other of violating ceasefire

Global Affairs

US and Iran exchange strikes, accuse each other of violating ceasefire

US Central Command (Centcom) said it hit multiple targets across Iran in direct response to "continued aggression" against commercial shipping.

Samuel Otieno 28 Jun 2026

Missing person report filed for activist Davis Lichuma, NPS says

News

Missing person report filed for activist Davis Lichuma, NPS says

In a statement issued on Sunday, NPS said it had noted allegations circulating on mainstream and social media regarding enforced disappearances and torture, adding that the claims were being taken seriously.

Samuel Otieno 28 Jun 2026

Utumishi Girls' Academy parents oppose reopening over unresolved fire safety concerns

Education and Career

Utumishi Girls' Academy parents oppose reopening over unresolved fire safety concerns

In a letter addressed to the school administration and the Nakuru County education office on Saturday, the parents called for the reopening process to be suspended until consultations involving all stakeholders, including officials from the Ministry of Education, are held.

David Abonyo 28 Jun 2026

Chess: Mongeli makes history in Botswana

Sports

Chess: Mongeli makes history in Botswana

Mongeli, who was seeded 17th based on her FIDE rating heading into the tournament, exceeded expectations with a remarkable performance, finishing behind only the two Egyptian Women’s Grandmasters.

Shadrack Andenga 28 Jun 2026

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo speaking during the Rangwe Constituency Women Empowerment Program held at Asumbi Girls’ National School in Homa Bay County. PHOTO/MINA

Nyanza

PS Omollo pushes voter drive as nearly 1 million in Nyanza remain unregistered

Speaking on Saturday during the ODM Women Empowerment Programme in Suna East, Migori County, the PS said leaders were working closely with electoral authorities to ensure more eligible citizens are enrolled in the voters' register.

David Abonyo 28 Jun 2026

Gakpo suffers personal loss ahead of Morocco clash

World-Cup-2026

Gakpo suffers personal loss ahead of Morocco clash

Van der Bij revealed the heartbreaking news on Instagram on Saturday, posting a picture of the couple holding hands over a blanket and a knitted hat.

Shadrack Andenga 28 Jun 2026

Security raid forces NTV Uganda, Spark TV off air after Muhoozi threat

Global Affairs

Security raid forces NTV Uganda, Spark TV off air after Muhoozi threat

By 6:00 am local time, viewers attempting to access the two television stations were met with blank screens carrying the message: “Video unavailable.”

Samuel Otieno 28 Jun 2026

Ugarte’s injury against Spain a major concern for Manchester United

World-Cup-2026

Ugarte’s injury against Spain a major concern for Manchester United

Ugarte’s injury is now a major concern for United, who are awaiting an update from Uruguay’s medical staff before deciding the best course of action.

Shadrack Andenga 28 Jun 2026

Police hunt Marsabit motorcycle robbery suspect

News

Police hunt Marsabit motorcycle robbery suspect

In a statement issued on Saturday, police said the incident occurred on June 26, 2026, after the suspect reportedly posed as a customer and hired a motorcycle rider from JJ Centre Stage to Majengo area.

Samuel Otieno 28 Jun 2026

Give me 3-4 weeks to announce new political direction – Ndindi Nyoro

News

Give me 3-4 weeks to announce new political direction – Ndindi Nyoro

The Kiharu MP said he was carefully reflecting on the next steps after leaving government, adding that his experience in politics had taught him the importance of making well-considered decisions.

Bradley Bosire 27 Jun 2026

Burkina Faso cuts France loose as diplomatic rift reaches breaking point

Africa

Burkina Faso cuts France loose as diplomatic rift reaches breaking point

The junta also accused France of harbouring “neo-colonial ambitions, made evident by its active support for subversive networks and the terrorists who are plunging our country and the Sahel into mourning”.

Bradley Bosire 27 Jun 2026

Ruto challenges banks to unlock Sh3 trillion MSME financing gap

Business

Ruto challenges banks to unlock Sh3 trillion MSME financing gap

The President said while the government has laid the groundwork for enterprise growth, the private sector must now step in to bridge an estimated Sh3 trillion financing gap facing small businesses.

Bradley Bosire 27 Jun 2026

Murkomen accuses Gachagua of fuelling violence, vows tough action on gangs

News

Murkomen accuses Gachagua of fuelling violence, vows tough action on gangs

The Interior CS further accused Gachagua of misleading Kenyans through what he termed deceptive politics, arguing that the public was increasingly seeing through his actions.

Bradley Bosire 27 Jun 2026

Rains in the capital Nairobi. PHOTO/Handout

News

Kenya Met warns of rain, thunderstorms and strong winds in 37 counties

Counties in the Lake Victoria Basin, the Highlands West of the Rift Valley and the wider Rift Valley region are likely to record morning rains in some areas before afternoon showers and thunderstorms develop.

Bradley Bosire 27 Jun 2026

Kenya's future will be built from the bottom up – President Ruto

News

Kenya's future will be built from the bottom up – President Ruto

Addressing delegates during the 2026 World MSME Day celebrations at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Ruto said every successful economy is founded on the strength of small businesses and entrepreneurs.

Bradley Bosire 27 Jun 2026

KRA rules out extension of June 30 tax return filing deadline

News

KRA rules out extension of June 30 tax return filing deadline

The authority announced extended working hours across its customer support channels, including the KRA Contact Centre, Huduma Centres, KRA Service Centres and Ushuru Mashinani Service Partners nationwide to accommodate taxpayers seeking assistance.

Bradley Bosire 27 Jun 2026

Senegal's photographer denied visa to Canada, still took photos from hotel

World-Cup-2026

Senegal's photographer denied visa to Canada, still took photos from hotel

According to football journalist Romain Molina, the issue stemmed from the denial of a multiple-entry U.S. visa, leaving Tallah effectively “trapped” in the U.S. without the ability to cross into Canada and return to the team’s camp.

Shadrack Andenga 27 Jun 2026

State pays out Sh243 million to Laikipia victims of wildlife attacks

Rift Valley

State pays out Sh243 million to Laikipia victims of wildlife attacks

State Department for Wildlife Director of Administration Vincent Ongere said the government had so far compensated more than 700 residents in Laikipia through the programme and was working to settle additional claims.

Bradley Bosire 27 Jun 2026

'It's a disaster World Cup': Taremi blasts FIFA after Iran's late goal is ruled out

World-Cup-2026

'It's a disaster World Cup': Taremi blasts FIFA after Iran's late goal is ruled out

The disappointment deepened moments later when midfielder Saeid Ezatolahi struck the crossbar with a late header, leaving Iran frustrated at the final whistle.

Shadrack Andenga 27 Jun 2026

National Assembly buildings. PHOTO/OmarosaOmarosa

Education and Career

MP reveals petition by student pushing for freedom of hairstyles in schools

According to Baringo North MP Joseph Makilap, the learner formally petitioned the National Assembly seeking legislation that would give students freedom in choosing hairstyles while in school.

Maureen Kinyanjui 27 Jun 2026