Entertainment
Kendrick Lamar becomes most-awarded rapper in Grammys, surpassing Jay-Z
Lamar can still raise that count, with categories like Song of the Year, Record of the year and Album of the Year yet to be announced.
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Global Affairs
Twelve killed by Russian strike near bus in Ukraine, official says
Preliminary information also found seven others were injured by the strike in the Dnipropetrovsk region, regional military administration chief Oleksandr Ganzha wrote on Telegram.
Health and Wellness
Nairobi doctors end 45-day strike following court order
The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Nairobi branch says all doctors under the county government have been instructed to report back to work at 8 a.m. on Monday, February 2.
Global Affairs
Boy and father detained by ICE return to Minnesota after release
Texas Representative Joaquin Castro, a Democrat, announced on Sunday that Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, Adrian Alexander Conejo Arias, were released from Dilley detention centre in Texas and had travelled back to the city.
News
Suspect arrested over murder of Form Four girl in Trans Nzoia
Mike Wabwire Semera was apprehended over the brutal murder of 17-year-old Rael Cheptoek Kaboi, a Form Four student at Nai Girls Secondary School.
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Conflicting notices spark confusion over Monday’s planned matatu strike
MOA on Sunday dismissed reports that the planned industrial action had been called off, insisting that the strike remains in force, reinforcing an earlier stance.
News
NACADA cracks down on fake alcohol, drugs in Murang’a and Taita Taveta
The enforcement effort intensified on Saturday with a raid on a major distributor in Murarandia Market Centre, where authorities seized 216 crates and four cartons of spirits suspected to carry counterfeit Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) excise stamps.
News
Ruto to security agencies: Churches must remain places of peace
Ruto said the government would not tolerate actions that compromise the safety and tranquillity of worshippers, adding that security agencies had a duty to act decisively to prevent disorder.
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Ruto has ‘no chance’ if Mt Kenya votes as a bloc – Gachagua
Speaking at ACK St Mark Church in Gitugi, Murang’a County, Gachagua argued that unity among voters in the vote-rich region would decisively shape the outcome of the next presidential contest.
News
Wetang’ula assures farmers of Nzoia Sugar revival, plan to clear workers’ arrears
In a major announcement, Wetang’ula said he had engaged National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi to ensure that funds are allocated in the next national budget to clear outstanding arrears owed to Nzoia Sugar workers.
Global Affairs
Israel to terminate MSF work in Gaza by February 28
The decision follows “MSF’s failure to submit lists of local employees, a requirement applicable to all humanitarian organizations operating in the region.
News
Mudavadi in Addis Ababa for two-day visit to boost regional and global partnerships
During the visit, Mudavadi is scheduled to hold high-level bilateral talks with Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gideon Timothewos.
Health and Wellness
Kenya aims to vaccinate nearly all schoolgirls against cervical cancer by 2030
About 6,000 Kenyan women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year, making it the second most common cancer after breast cancer among women
News
PCPB orders nationwide halt on illegal pesticides after Kajiado, Taita-Taveta raids
In Taveta County, the operation covered Madarasani, Challa, Maandakini and Taveta Market. During the inspections, officers seized unapproved pesticides that had been stocked for sale.
News
SUPKEM welcomes tax exemption on dates ahead of Ramadan
Sheikh Salat lauded the exemption, saying it reflects the government’s appreciation of the cultural and spiritual significance of dates during Ramadan.
News
JSC flags inflation risk as judges’ Pension Bill stalls
The Judges' Retirement Benefits Bill 2025 was introduced in the National Assembly on June 19, 2025, by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah. The Bill proposes the creation of a judges’ retirement benefits fund, into which all pension contributions by judicial officers would be paid and overseen by a board of trustees.
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2,353 rolls of bhang seized as anti-narcotics crackdown intensifies in Homa Bay
The arrest was made following a routine patrol by officers from Kendubay Police Station, who acted on a tip-off from members of the public regarding suspected drug trafficking activities at Achuodho Beach.
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Justice Ogola appoints three judges to High Court Advisory Committee
The nominations were made under Section 23(2)(b) of the High Court (Organisation and Administration) Act, 2015, and were published through separate Gazette Notices dated January 21, 2026.
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Wetang’ula rallies North Rift behind Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid
Wetang’ula appealed to North Rift residents, including those who had supported the late ODM leader Raila Odinga, to rally behind President Ruto in the spirit of inclusivity under the broad-based government.
Global Affairs
Ex-prince Andrew again caught up in Epstein scandal
King Charles III's brother is under renewed pressure to answer US lawmakers' questions in Congress about Jeffrey Epstein after the US Justice Department released the latest batch of files on the case Friday.
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Police seize 13 illegal firearms in fresh North Rift security operation
According to the police, the operation focused on areas that have previously recorded security incidents and the presence of armed groups. The service said the targeted approach was meant to limit the movement of illegal weapons and weaken criminal activity.
Entertainment
'Sanford and Son' star Grady Demond Wilson died at 79
His son, Christopher Wilson, said his father had prostate cancer.
News
Kalonzo turns to US stage in push for 2027 backing
Musyoka’s visit comes amid a growing trend of opposition leaders using the United States as a political launch pad. Fred Matiang’i has recently met Kenyan professionals in major US cities, while Karua toured the country in 2025. Gachagua concluded a month-long trip that included town hall meetings in Dallas, California, Seattle, Boston and Baltimore.
Sports
AFCON 2025: Senegal will not appeal against CAF fines
The FSF confirmed it will assume full financial responsibility in accordance with Article 91.4 of the CAF Disciplinary Code, covering fines related to the federation, technical staff, and players.
Global Affairs
Judge orders release of five-year-old detained by ICE in Minneapolis
The detention of Liam Conejo Ramos, photographed wearing a blue bunny-shaped hat and a Spider-Man backpack, sparked national outcry after he was taken into custody on the driveway of his home in Minneapolis.
News
Kenyan killed while fighting for Russian army- Ukraine intelligence
Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence (DIU) said the body of Clinton Nyapara Mogesa, a Kenyan citizen, was found abandoned at a former Russian military position in the Donetsk region, one of the most heavily contested areas since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Global Affairs
Israeli strikes kill at least 32 Palestinians in Gaza- Authorities
Palestinians have described these strikes as the heaviest since the second phase of the ceasefire, brokered by US President Trump last October, came into effect earlier this month.
News
Opposition returns to Othaya after Gachagua church attack
The renewed visit follows a meeting between opposition leaders and Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja, where they sought assurances on security for their activities.
Education and Career
Tragedy as teachers and learner die in two road crashes
The Ministry said it is providing support to affected families and schools as investigations into both accidents continue. Authorities are seeking to establish the exact circumstances under which the two crashes occurred.
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IG Kanja orders disciplinary action against six officers after Nandi Hills assault
The officers facing administrative action are the Sub-County Police Commander for Tinderet, the Officer Commanding Station for Songoh, the OCS for Nandi Hills, and the officers in charge of RDU Songoh Camp, GSU Songoh Camp, and ASTU Songoh Camp.