Global Affairs
UK revokes accreditation of Russian diplomat after expulsion of British envoy
No details were immediately provided on the identity of the Russian diplomat whose accreditation was revoked.
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Health and Wellness
Tedros urges states to boost WHO funding to protect health security
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns that chronic underfunding and earmarked aid threaten global health progress, even as the agency reports 2025 gains against polio, HIV, cervical cancer and other diseases.
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Gov't probes alleged burial of street families at Lang’ata Cemetery
The developments come amid growing public concern over the treatment and welfare of vulnerable populations in the capital, particularly street families.
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Sugar workers call off nationwide strike after government, union reach deal
The Government committed to release Sh1 billion within the next two weeks to ease the workers’ immediate financial hardship, with the balance of the arrears to be settled through the Supplementary Budget and subsequent budgetary allocations, subject to parliamentary approval.
Sports
Zak Vyner’s big leap to Wrexham
The deal, reported at around £1.5 million (Sh265 million) though officially undisclosed, ties the Harambee Stars defender to the Red Dragons until the end of the 2028/29 season, with an option for a further year.
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Infotrak poll: Kenyans divided on Nyota Fund rules but back fraud checks
Despite this division, confidence in the programme’s integrity is relatively strong, with 57 per cent saying in-person validation is effective in preventing fraud without creating unnecessary barriers.
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School heads body says no formal complaints lodged over Grade 10 placement
KECSHA reaffirmed its support for the ministry’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and integrity in implementing education reforms.
Global Affairs
Uber exits Tanzania after nearly a decade, cites regulatory challenges
Uber has ended its Tanzania operations after nearly a decade, citing a difficult regulatory environment and competition, affecting over 1,500 drivers and reducing ride-hailing options in Dar es Salaam.
VIdeos
We're Foolish! 45B For Talanta Stadium Could Have Build Enough Classrooms! ~ Fanya Mambo Kinuthia
Lawyer Fanya Mambo Kinuthia has questioned how a reported $180m World Bank grant for Kenya’s Grade 10 transition was used, citing stranded learners and lack of visible classrooms or uniforms
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How Kenya Airways Is Losing Billions Daily & How To Solve It? ~ Dan Okwiri
Former Kenya Airways manager Dan Okwiri says poor fleet use, weak cargo strategy and inefficient scheduling are costing KQ billions, urging government-set KPIs and structural reforms to unlock revenue
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Infotrak: Kenyans welcome Nyota Fund but question fairness, impact
An Infotrak poll of 800 Kenyans finds high awareness of the Nyota Fund but mixed views on eligibility fairness, transparency and the Sh50,000 grant’s impact across regions and income groups.
Entertainment
Tyla wins second Grammy for Best African Music Performance
South African singer Tyla has won her second Grammy, taking Best African Music Performance for Push 2 Start in Los Angeles, underscoring her rise and the growing global impact of African music.
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Court allows withdrawal of hate speech case against MP Salasya
In a ruling delivered by Senior Resident Magistrate Paul Mutai, the court held that evidence presented showed Salasya had met all the requirements under an out-of-court agreement, including issuing a public apology and actively participating in peace initiatives.
Technology
Snapchat blocks 415,000 accounts under Australia under-16 ban
Snapchat says it has blocked 415,000 accounts under Australia’s under-16 social media ban but warns age checks are imprecise and urges mandatory app-store verification to better protect young users.
Top Stories
Judiciary calls for papers on mediation’s role
The call signals a continued push by the Judiciary to promote alternative dispute resolution as a complement to formal litigation.
Entertainment
Kehlani wins her first Grammy, uses platform to slam ICE
The singer won best R&B performance, followed by best R&B song, for her top 10 Billboard Hot 100 hit “Folded” during the Grammy Premiere ceremony.
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Motorists Association of Kenya joins matatu strike amid rising boda boda attacks
Matatu operators and the Motorists Association of Kenya have launched a nationwide strike from February 2 over rising mob attacks on vehicles, disrupting transport in Nairobi and beyond and pressuring the state to act.
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Owalo’s 2027 agenda: Lower taxes, zero deficit and digital reforms
Owalo said the Kenyan tax regime is not enabling the business community, describing it as punitive to individual taxpayers.
Entertainment
Trump threatens to sue Trevor Noah after 2026 Grammys Epstein joke
Trump wrote, “Noah, a total loser, better get his facts straight, and get them straight fast. It looks like I’ll be sending my lawyers to sue this poor, pathetic, talentless, dope of an M.C.
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Lawyer questions use of $180m World Bank grant in Kenya
Lawyer Fanya Mambo Kinuthia has questioned how a reported $180m World Bank grant for Kenya’s Grade 10 transition was used, citing stranded learners and lack of visible classrooms or uniforms.
Sports
425 Juniors open Chess Kenya season in Nakuru
A record 425 juniors opened the 2026 Chess Kenya season at Radiant School in Nakuru, where local academies dominated multiple age groups, highlighting the county’s growing strength in youth chess.
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Moses Kuria to run for Gatundu South MP on UDA ticket in 2027
Kuria unveiled his candidature through a colourful campaign poster shared on his X account, adopting the slogan “Niamba Ya Ruriri”, signaling a return to elective politics in his home county of Kiambu.
Sports
Shabana end Mwalala’s unbeaten Bandari run as Sharks escape drop zone
Shabana edged Bandari 1–0 amid penalty controversy at Gusii as Kariobangi Sharks beat Ulinzi Stars 1–0 at Kasarani Annex to move out of the FKF Premier League relegation zone.
News
Ex-KQ manager warns poor cargo, scheduling cost airline billions
Former Kenya Airways manager Dan Okwiri says poor fleet use, weak cargo strategy and inefficient scheduling are costing KQ billions, urging government-set KPIs and structural reforms to unlock revenue.
Sports
Kenya Police FC seek response as Bidco United fight for survival
Kenya Police FC host relegation-threatened Bidco United at Police Sacco Grounds, both sides seeking a response after contentious late defeats that have raised pressure and sharpened stakes in the FKF Premier League.
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President Ruto commits Sh200bn to 123,000 Nairobi homes and 17 new markets
President William Ruto says Kenya will invest Sh200bn in 123,000 affordable homes and 17 modern markets in Nairobi, linking the plan to youth jobs, cleaner markets and wider urban renewal.
Sports
Manchester City's second-half slump could cost them title
City were 2-0 up and could easily have been further ahead; that dominance bred a false sense of security. For a team with so much experience, that switch-off is worrying and it’s not the first time it’s happened recently.
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Kinuthia warns 2027 poll is ‘Ruto vs Kenyans’ amid trust, economy fears
Lawyer Fanya Mambo Kinuthia says the 2027 race will pit President William Ruto against Kenyans, citing police violence, low turnout, economic pain and unanswered questions over World Bank education funds.
Global Affairs
Iranian protester Erfan Soltani released on bail - Reports
Erfan Soltani was arrested on January 8, 2026, in the city of Fardis, just west of Tehran, as protests swept across the country, prompting a deadly crackdown by Iranian authorities.
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Explainer: Understanding heat waves in Kenya
According to Kenya Met, a heat wave is defined as a period of three or more consecutive days of extremely high daytime temperatures that exceed locally determined thresholds and are linked to increased health risks.