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Industrial action by healthcare workers emerges as a major concern in the report, with repeated strikes disrupting essential services in several parts of the country.
Scheduled for completion by April, 2026 these upgrades will enable the airstrip to accommodate larger planes and support daily flights to Nairobi, transforming the facility into a functional regional aviation hub.
The regional bloc said it aligns with the African Union’s position and urged all stakeholders to act within established regional and international legal frameworks.
The vote was the country’s second parliamentary election of the year, triggered after the February polls failed to produce a working majority.
From campaign stages to digital screens, the Deputy President’s lines captured attention, entertained the public, and dominated online conversations.
Opposition politician, Bobi Wine, had alleged that a multiple-voting scheme was being orchestrated by the state to influence the upcoming elections.
President Hassan also stressed the importance of peaceful dialogue with Somaliland,noting Somalia’s continued commitment to negotiation to preserve national cohesion.
According to Zelensky, Ukrainian and American negotiators have already aligned on “90%” of a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the conflict.
Authorities say the circulation of illegal firearms has continued to pose a threat to lives and livelihoods despite repeated efforts to address the problem.
The new system is currently operational in 36 land registries and handles stamp duty assessment and payment through the National Stamp Duty Module.
The Interior CS also called on the church to actively guide young people, saying faith institutions still play an important role in shaping values and behaviour.
The pinnacle of the year came during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, held from 13–21 September, where Kenya secured second place on the medal table with 11 medals: seven gold, two silver, and two bronze.
According to the Council on Foreign Relations’ Conflicts to Watch in 2026 report, several ongoing and potential conflicts on the African continent remain significant sources of instability in the year ahead.
A major highlight of the year was President Ruto’s state visit to China from April 22–26, which upgraded Kenya–China relations to a “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in the New Era.”
The placement process relies on an automated system designed to ensure fairness, merit, and equity by matching students’ performance to available slots. Corrections such as gender errors were also handled during the review period.
High-altitude highways have been particularly affected by fog, while the persistent downpour has made road surfaces slick, increasing chances of skidding, braking problems, and vehicle control loss.
At the heart of the forum’s message was a call for clarity from the presidency. It urged President Mohamud to present a clear national strategy to confront the twin challenges of national fragmentation and terrorism, saying such a plan is vital to protect the country from further instability and to restore public confidence in leadership.
Without naming him directly, the President criticised some politicians for spending decades in public service without creating visible change for their communities.
The CS reiterated that the Constitution itself provides a lawful path for addressing procedural uncertainties, and the Supreme Court has already outlined how that path should be followed.
President Ruto has pledged Sh44 billion for school transition, 10,000 acres of land allocation, Sh1.5 billion for power connections and Sh390 million for a new market in Narok County.
Other pressing issues include corruption and access to quality healthcare, each noted by 27 per cent of participants. The results show that while daily financial challenges dominate, voters are also closely monitoring governance and service delivery standards.
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i emerged as the closest challenger with 13 percent support, followed by Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka at 12 percent.
The Meteorological Department has issued an advisory warning of widespread showers across both western and eastern parts of the country. Flood-prone zones, low-lying areas, and regions with saturated soils are at increased risk of flooding.
According to the poll, UDA enjoys support from 23 per cent of adult Kenyans, confirming its role as the country’s most popular party. The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) follows at 19 per cent, highlighting a persistent rivalry between the ruling party and the main opposition.
The Embakasi East legislator was the favourite pick of 33 percent of respondents, followed by Siaya Senator and ODM party leader Oburu Odinga at 10 percent.
The clashes are rooted in unresolved territorial claims along sections of the Thailand–Cambodia border that remain poorly marked decades after colonial-era boundaries were drawn. While previous diplomatic efforts attempted to manage tensions, renewed fighting erupted earlier this year, intensifying in December.
According to the National Police Service (NPS), officers from Gatong’ora Police Station were conducting routine early morning patrols in the Destiny area of Ruiru when they came across the suspects in the act.
The former senator who is now aligned with the Kenya Kwanza administration, said those calling for ethnic solidarity were being driven by self-interest rather than conviction in Kalonzo’s leadership or electoral viability.
The Office of the President did not provide details on the purpose of President Boko’s visit, describing it as private.
Officers attached to Shaurimoyo Police Station in Buruburu Sub-County conducted the operation on Saturday after receiving credible intelligence on the production and distribution of chang’aa in the area.