Top 10 African Countries by Millionaire Population
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Top 10 African Countries by Millionaire Population
Egypt and Morocco follow, while Kenya ranks among the top five
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Counties face fresh push to fix revenue and spending gaps
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Counties face fresh push to fix revenue and spending gaps
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Tuesday, KDSP II National Programme Coordinator Samwel Nyaga said the second phase was developed to address problems that continued to affect the performance of county governments
Chrispho OwuorMurang’a opens industrial land to investors in drive to create jobs
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Murang’a opens industrial land to investors in drive to create jobs
The initiative builds on Murang’a’s first investment conference held in June 2025 under the theme of unlocking the county’s potential as an industrial hub. The conference brought together investors, government representatives, private-sector players and other stakeholders to explore investment opportunities across industrialisation, agriculture, technology, healthcare, tourism and waste management
Chrispho OwuorShenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou tops global innovation cluster ranking
Technology
Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou tops global innovation cluster ranking
WIPO's ranking measures innovation activity below the national level, identifying geographic areas with high concentrations of inventors, scientific researchers, companies and investment. It uses three main indicators: international patent applications filed under the WIPO Patent Cooperation Treaty, scientific publications and venture capital deals
Chrispho OwuorSenator Mungatana condemns anti-Burundi actions, warns against Xenophobia
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Senator Mungatana condemns anti-Burundi actions, warns against Xenophobia
The Senator said any breaches of immigration or business regulations should be handled by government agencies rather than through mob action or intimidation.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iEric Omondi freed on bond after denying traffic obstruction charge
Nairobi
Eric Omondi freed on bond after denying traffic obstruction charge
Omondi’s arrest came shortly after he launched a campaign seeking one million signatures in support of proposed constitutional changes aimed at reducing the cost of government and easing the tax burden on Kenyans
Chrispho OwuorRuto outlines Kenya’s plans to use Mombasa as gateway to African market
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Ruto outlines Kenya’s plans to use Mombasa as gateway to African market
Ruto said Africa's free trade agreement would only deliver its full economic potential if countries developed industries capable of producing goods for the continental market
Chrispho OwuorMishra sets out education, maternal healthcare agenda for Kesses
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Mishra sets out education, maternal healthcare agenda for Kesses
The Former Kesses MP said education support would not be limited to technical training, adding that he would also target primary and secondary schools to improve literacy, enrollment and transition rates.
Chrispho OwuorRachel Ruto urges Siaya men to join women’s groups
Nyanza
Rachel Ruto urges Siaya men to join women’s groups
The First Lady said the restriction on male leadership was intended to preserve the programme’s central objective of advancing women’s economic empowerment rather than exclude men from participating in group activities
Chrispho OwuorSix deny Sh330.5m CHAN funds embezzlement charges
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Six deny Sh330.5m CHAN funds embezzlement charges
They are accused of conspiring to commit an economic crime contrary to Section 47A(3), read with Section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act.
Bradley BosireRuto: Why I’m against Shahbal running for Mombasa Governor's seat
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Ruto: Why I’m against Shahbal running for Mombasa Governor's seat
The President Ruto said he had personally advised Shahbal against seeking the county's top political seat, arguing that Kenya could benefit more from his entrepreneurial skills and involvement in major investments.
Chrispho OwuorCommunication Authority proposes new licence for data centres in Kenya
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Communication Authority proposes new licence for data centres in Kenya
The regulator has proposed a standalone licence for data centre operators, replacing the current arrangement where co-location data centres are regulated under the Network Facilities Provider-Tier 2 (NFP-T2) licence.
Chrispho OwuorRachel Ruto unveils Sh1bn Siaya blue economy plan, support for women
Nyanza
Rachel Ruto unveils Sh1bn Siaya blue economy plan, support for women
The First Lady, during a women’s empowerment programme on September 8, 2026 said the investments were meant to remove some of the barriers that prevent women from taking part fully in economic activities.
Chrispho OwuorKNCHR warns against collective targeting in foreigners’ crackdown
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KNCHR warns against collective targeting in foreigners’ crackdown
In a statement on Tuesday, the commission said enforcement must be based on individual legal violations and called for due process, protection of vulnerable migrants and refugees, and investigations into reported cases of threats, intimidation and discrimination.
David AbonyoForeign traders given 90 days to comply with Kenya’s business, immigration rules
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Foreign traders given 90 days to comply with Kenya’s business, immigration rules
In a statement released on September 8, 2026, State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed said the process would provide affected foreign nationals with a “clear and structured opportunity” to put their documentation in order.
David AbonyoPolice recover homemade gun after foiling highway robbery in Garissa
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Police recover homemade gun after foiling highway robbery in Garissa
According to the police, the suspects had been intercepting motorists and robbing them at gunpoint, prompting officers to mount an operation to stop further attacks along the route
Chrispho OwuorWiper sets October 3 deadline for 2027 election aspirants
2027 Election
Wiper sets October 3 deadline for 2027 election aspirants
Those seeking the governor’s position will pay Sh50,000 under the general category, while women, youth and persons with disabilities will pay Sh25,000.
Chrispho OwuorBill seeks to give Kenyans power to force action on stalled regulations
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Bill seeks to give Kenyans power to force action on stalled regulations
The Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Bill (Senate Bill No 10 of 2024) seeks to give citizens a formal channel to petition Parliament when public bodies do not prepare the rules needed to give effect to legislation within the required timelines.
Maureen KinyanjuiIran threatens maritime blockade as tensions with US scalate
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Iran threatens maritime blockade as tensions with US scalate
The latest threats come as the six-month-old conflict enters another period of heightened tension, with previous pauses repeatedly followed by renewed fighting.
David AbonyoEast African Lawyers warns Kenya against targeting foreigners based on nationality
East African Bloc
East African Lawyers warns Kenya against targeting foreigners based on nationality
The regional lawyers’ body said it was particularly concerned about reports of anxiety among Burundian and other EAC citizens, including large numbers of Burundian nationals who had sought consular assistance and documentation in Nairobi.
David AbonyoWho Was Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Tanzania’s First Gentleman?
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Who Was Hafidh Ameir Hassan, Tanzania’s First Gentleman?
Ameir died on Monday, September 7, 2026, at about 8am at Emilio Mzena Memorial Hospital in Zanzibar, where he was receiving treatment for a heart condition.
Essy WawiraDry spell to persist in Kenya as seven counties brace for rain
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Dry spell to persist in Kenya as seven counties brace for rain
The weekly forecast comes as farmers and communities begin preparing for the OND season, which is an important period for farming and water resources in many parts of the country.
Chrispho OwuorFour years on, Queen Elizabeth II remembered for historic 70-year reign
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Four years on, Queen Elizabeth II remembered for historic 70-year reign
Elizabeth became Queen in 1952 following the death of her father, King George VI. Her reign made her the longest-serving British monarch and one of the most recognisable figures in modern history.
Samuel OtienoGrade 10 STEM: Learners race to pick subjects and senior schools
Education and Career
Grade 10 STEM: Learners race to pick subjects and senior schools
The Ministry of Education opened the Grade 10 selection process on August 24, 2026, giving learners until September 11 to make their choices through the Selection and Placement System.
Maureen KinyanjuiKagwe: Kenya ready to buy more maize from Uganda if grain meets safety rules
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Kagwe: Kenya ready to buy more maize from Uganda if grain meets safety rules
Kagwe said some Kenyan millers had been hesitant to purchase maize from Uganda because of concerns over moisture content and aflatoxin levels, warning that increased trade would only work if grain quality was addressed.
Chrispho OwuorRevenue gaps, wage bills put county services under strain
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Revenue gaps, wage bills put county services under strain
KDSP II National Programme Coordinator Samuel Nyaga explains that counties could find themselves spending more than they can afford when revenue estimates are not accurate, leading to commitments that cannot be supported by available resources.
David AbonyoEx-Sports PS Kaberia, five others arrested over Sh330m CHAN tender
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Ex-Sports PS Kaberia, five others arrested over Sh330m CHAN tender
The suspects are accused of involvement in the irregular award and payment of a contract worth USD15.89 million, approximately Sh1.5 billion, for the supply and installation of security, access control, communications, audio-visual and pitch lighting systems at various stadia in Kenya.
David AbonyoFormer Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. PHOTO/BBC
Politics
Gachagua unveils first 100-day priorities for united opposition
Speaking to Kenyans in Spokane and Pullman, Washington, he said the new government would have to start by dealing with governance problems that can be addressed through political will, especially because the country would face serious financial pressure.
Maureen KinyanjuiFig Tree Crackdown: 23 pedestrians arrested for ignoring footbridge
Nairobi
Fig Tree Crackdown: 23 pedestrians arrested for ignoring footbridge
The latest operation is part of a wider crackdown that has been running across the capital since July, with enforcement teams targeting pedestrians who cross busy roads at points other than designated footbridges and marked crossings
Chrispho OwuorRuto signs four new laws covering public funds, air travel and trusts
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Ruto signs four new laws covering public funds, air travel and trusts
The President also signed the Public Finance Management (Amendment) Bill 2025, bringing new provisions into the system used to manage public resources at both national and county levels.
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