Kenya’s Harambee Starlets face hosts Morocco, Senegal and Algeria in 2026 WAFCON Group A, with FKF, government leaders and coach Beldine Odemba pledging full support ahead of March fixtures in Rabat.
Wainaina MarkCCTV footage shows youths, dressed in red hoodies and black clothing, enjoying a game of pool inside a recreational space in Nandi Hills town. Moments later, uniformed police officers stormed the establishment, ordered the youths to lie on the floor, and then assaulted some with slaps and others with batons. The officers reportedly left after nearly eight minutes of aggression. The reasons for the police action remain unclear.
Maureen KinyanjuiTreasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi outlined the proposals, saying the changes followed discussions with the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and the Public Service Commission.
Maureen KinyanjuiKimani Ngunjiri urged Kenyans to shun divisive, extortionist politics, defended Mount Kenya’s relevance, praised North Eastern’s potential and warned that poor leadership choices threaten national cohesion and economic stability.
Chrispho OwuorRuben Amorim’s public dispute with Manchester United over his role and recruitment control highlights a wider governance fault line between managers, head coaches and sporting directors in modern football.
Wainaina MarkThe accused face charges under the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, 2003, including abuse of office, willful failure to comply with procurement laws, conflict of interest, and unlawful or fraudulent acquisition of public property. The arraignment of the accused is expected in court as the prosecution prepares its case.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe timeline for announcing results is guided by Uganda’s 1995 constitution. Article 103(7) states that the Electoral Commission must determine, publish, and declare the presidential election results in writing under its seal within 48 hours of polling.
David AbonyoThe Sh7.2 billion initiative, launched in 2015, was designed to modernize technical colleges, improve student access, and enhance the quality of training, but slow execution has meant some of its resources could not be used.
Maureen KinyanjuiDCI Queens opened their Kenya Cup Second Edition campaign with a 3–0 win over Nairobi Prisons at Nyayo Stadium, led by MVP Caroline Jeruto, as focus now shifts to a key clash with KCB.
Wainaina MarkThe warning comes one year after President Donald Trump’s administration began a sweeping rollback of U.S. foreign assistance, including a freeze on humanitarian funding and the closure of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
Yunis DekowKenya Railways plans a new commuter line linking Nairobi CBD, Nyayo National Stadium and Talanta Sports City, reclaiming encroached land to ease AFCON 2027 travel and cut matchday congestion.
Wainaina MarkKRA says the haul was uncovered through intelligence-led investigations that triggered a multi-agency operation involving port police, the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), the Anti-Counterfeit Agency (ACA), Port Health Services, and the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA).
David AbonyoThe accusation comes at a delicate moment in Horn of Africa politics. Although Eritrean forces supported the Ethiopian government during the Tigray conflict from 2020 to 2022, relations deteriorated after Eritrea was excluded from the peace agreement that ended the northern Ethiopia civil war in 2022.
Maureen KinyanjuiMandera Deputy Governor Ali Maalim Mohamud says devolution ended legal marginalisation of northern Kenya but warns persistent under-investment and cultural bias are denying the region and country major economic opportunities.
Chrispho OwuorThe Kenya Bankers Association has supported a 15 percent government divestiture in Safaricom, urging that 5% be reserved for the public to ease debt pressures and deepen capital markets.
David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe South African Weather Service has raised its highest alert for ongoing downpours, while Mozambique is also preparing for flooding that threatens homes and roads.
Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to KDA, what should have been a routine dental procedure “turned into a life-threatening medical emergency, ultimately claiming a life,” as a result of substandard care, delays in following referral procedures, and treatment outside professional and regulatory standards.
David AbonyoFrom January to September 2025, spending on medicinal and pharmaceutical products totaled Sh62.1 billion, down from Sh79.6 billion over the same period in 2024, a reduction of Sh17.5 billion, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).
Maureen KinyanjuiThe attack occurred on Thursday evening at around 5:30 pm in Wamba Sub-County, disrupting the usual Thursday market activities. Armed bandits ambushed a lorry transporting livestock from Lolkuniyiani Market, located between Sapashe and Lerata, as it made its way to Isiolo.
Maureen KinyanjuiA French contingent has landed in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, as part of a broader movement of European troops that includes Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands, and the UK.
Maureen KinyanjuiOn Thursday, Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni emphasised that anyone planning intense physical activity must be physically fit and medically cleared. She said that combining fasting with demanding challenges without proper health checks can have dangerous outcomes.
Maureen KinyanjuiPresident Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia was deliberately using the severe cold as part of its war approach, accusing Moscow of taking advantage of winter to deepen suffering. Overnight temperatures in Kyiv have recently dropped to around -20C, making the loss of heating, power and water even more dangerous for households.
Maureen KinyanjuiFigures from the Ministry of Education show that only around 400,000 of the 1.1 million students placed have reported so far, leaving more than 700,000 yet to start. National schools are recording strong attendance, while extra-county and sub-county institutions lag behind.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe visit comes after US forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro in early January, a move that reshaped the country’s political landscape. Although Machado’s opposition group claimed victory in the contested 2024 elections, Trump has not endorsed her as Venezuela’s new leader.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has been instructed to hand over all relevant election items, including ballot boxes, Kenya Integrated Electoral Management System kits, and ballot papers. These materials will be stored in a secured court facility, accessible only when all parties involved are present.
Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the notice, the affected road sections include lanes bound for the Central Business District (CBD), Upper Hill, Mombasa, and Nakuru.
Bradley BosireNacada said the action was taken to protect clients after inspectors identified serious violations that posed direct health and safety risks.
Bradley BosireAgriculture and Livestock Development CS, Mutahi Kagwe said the move was informed by the heavy toll of previous droughts, which he noted had killed more than 2.5 million livestock and caused economic losses exceeding Sh50 billion, particularly in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) counties.
Bradley BosirexAI, the company behind Grok, previously warned that any user attempting to produce illegal content would face the same penalties as uploading prohibited material directly. Despite this, concerns persist over the platform’s potential to facilitate abuse.
Maureen KinyanjuiThe tournament will run from March 17 to April 3, 2026, and will also serve as part of the qualification pathway to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
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