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MPs raise alarm over TB funding cuts as health committee reviews budget estimates

Officials from the National Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Lung Disease Programme (NTLD-P) told the committee that a reduction in funding from $10 million (Sh1.3 billion) to approximately $7.7 million (about Sh1 billion) over two years would significantly affect service delivery.

Ruto opens Busia market, Sh900m stadium and housing project

In another highlight of the visit, the President presided over the start of construction of the Sh900 million Busia Stadium.

WHO warns child mortality progress slowing as 4.9 million under-five deaths recorded

WHO reports 4.9 million under-five deaths in 2024, warning progress is slowing, with preventable causes, malnutrition and malaria hitting sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia hardest.

DCI arrests second suspect in Kisumu robbery crackdown

According to the DCI, the latest arrest was made through a joint operation between officers from DCI Headquarters and their Kisumu County counterparts.

Sifuna revives Linda Mwananchi campaign with nationwide caravan and digital push

The campaign caravan, which had briefly paused, is set to relaunch in Narok on Sunday, March 22, before heading to Nairobi on Friday, March 27, 2026 and concluding the week in Mombasa on Sunday, March 29.

Court hands death sentence to Meru robbery suspects

Court records show that the accused, armed with pangas, metal rods, and timber frames, confronted the victim, Janice Gacheri, before carrying out the robbery.

Judiciary call for public restraint as Dari case moves to Court of Appeal

In a statement issued on March 18, 2026, Judiciary Spokesperson Paul Ndemo emphasised the need to protect the independence of the courts as the matter transitions to the next stage of litigation.

State Department strains under Sh12.9 billion emergency response

Lack of office space, limited staffing, and the absence of a legal framework are straining the department’s capacity to respond effectively, Principal Secretary Ismail Maalim Madey told Parliament on Wednesday.

Kericho man accused of ramming 100-year-old mother with car denied bond

Prosecutors allege the accused used a motor vehicle in the killing, linked to an inheritance dispute. The suspect denied the charges in court and was denied bond, with the case set for mention in May.

It's going nowhere! Senegal vows to keep Afcon trophy after CAF strip off

Speaking on Wednesday from Dakar, the Secretary General of the Senegalese FA, Abdoulaye Seydou Sow, told the public broadcaster Radiodiffusion Télévision Sénégalaise that the ruling was a shame for Africa. He insisted that Senegal would not back down and that the trophy is going nowhere.

Kenya’s vegetable exports slide as EU tightens pesticide standards

According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, the value of vegetable exports dropped to Sh16.1 billion in 2025, down 31.3 percent from Sh23.4 billion in 2024. This continues a downward trend that began after a record high of Sh50.9 billion in 2023, marking a 68.35 percent fall over two years.

Kenya receives Sh10 million WHO health kits to boost flood response

In his remarks, the Cabinet Secretary welcomed the support, noting that it comes at a critical time when flooding has increased pressure on the health system. He said the assistance would “strengthen Kenya’s capacity to respond to public health risks associated with flooding.”

Police arrest suspect, seize 1,140 rolls of cannabis in Ruaka

Police in Kiambu seized 1,140 rolls of cannabis in Ruaka and arrested a suspect, stepping up an anti-narcotics crackdown targeting urban drug networks and urging public cooperation.

Atwoli dismisses petition challenging COTU elections

COTU (K) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has dismissed a petition by Fazul Mohamed challenging the March 14 Kisumu elections, citing 92% delegate turnout and questioning Mohamed’s standing in union affairs.

Court assistant arrested in Mombasa over Sh10,000 bribe claim

According to EACC, the suspect is accused of demanding the money from a complainant in exchange for concealing or withholding a court file linked to a criminal case in which the complainant is an accused person. The alleged move was aimed at delaying or disrupting the court process.

Inside Radio Generation’s digital-first rise in Kenya’s radio market

What began as a Nairobi-based FM station has rapidly evolved into a digital-first platform, where politics, business, and culture are broadcast not just through sound, but through real-time images and conversations that engage audiences across the country.

Machakos County reminds traders and property owners to renew permits

Developers are required to obtain necessary approvals before construction, while tenants in county housing must pay rent by the 5th of each month. Citizens are encouraged to use digital payment platforms for efficiency.

Millions of learners at risk as school feeding budget falls short by Sh8 billion

The State Department of Basic Education says the school feeding programme, which supports 2.6 million children, requires Sh12.7 billion, yet only Sh4.7 billion has been allocated. The gap has sparked concern over potential increases in absenteeism and long-term impacts on education for vulnerable learners.

Standard Chartered posts Sh12.4 billion profit, declares record dividend

Standard Chartered Bank Kenya reported Sh12.4bn profit after tax for 2025 and a record 95% dividend payout, as assets under management rose 29% to Sh302bn despite lower operating income.

Trump criticises NATO over Iran operation

His remarks come amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, as he claims significant military success against Iran, raising fresh questions about alliances and global security dynamics.

Counties spend Sh160bn on salaries as development stalls

In the first six months of the 2025/26 financial year, county governments spent Sh160.1 billion on wages but allocated only Sh32.49 billion, or 17 percent of their total spending, to development programmes.

DCI arrest robbery suspect, recover stolen G3 rifle in Kisumu

DCI detectives in Kisumu have arrested a suspected robbery gang member and recovered a stolen G3 rifle and getaway vehicle linked to violent attacks in Kisumu and Kakamega counties.

Gina Din urges African leaders to turn manifestos into measurable delivery post elections

Communications strategist Gina Din says African leaders must shift focus from campaign visibility to post-election delivery, urging realistic manifestos, citizen scorecards and clear communication to rebuild trust in governance.

Equity posts record Sh75.5 billion profit on regional and digital growth

Equity Group reported a record Sh75.5bn FY2025 profit, up 55%, driven by regional subsidiaries and digital channels, and proposed a Sh5.75 dividend per share as its pan-African strategy deepens.

Treasury orders audit and commercial use of idle state assets

Principal Secretaries and accounting officers have been directed to carry out a full inventory of idle or underused public land under their control. The exercise must be supported by valid ownership records and updated asset registers.

Treasury invites views on Kenya’s virtual asset service rules, 2026

Public participation will run through April 10, 2026, with the Treasury encouraging submissions by mail, hand delivery, or email to the Principal Secretary.

Sh1.4 billion gap threatens teachers’ medical services under new health fund

The warning came as MPs examined TSC’s Supplementary Estimates I for the 2025/26 financial year, which were revised upward by Sh21.18 billion to Sh407.69 billion from the initial Sh386.51 billion