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Police blame criminals for deadly escalation of Embu hospital protests
The National Police Service said internal processes to document and review the incident had already begun, alongside independent investigations.
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Sports
Kenya Karate Federation confirms regional tournament for Nairobi
Speaking exclusively to Radio Generation on Tuesday, KKF president Eng. Richard Binga said the event reflects Kenya’s growing strength in karate and its ability to host major international competitions.
Education and Career
Audit exposes staffing, funding and asset management issues in colleges
Members of the committee, including Igembe Central MP Daniel Kiili Karitho, Kilome MP Thaddeus Nzambia, Sotik MP Julius Sigei, and Lunga Lunga MP Chiforomodo Mangale Munga, raised concern over failure to comply with ethnic balance requirements in staffing, delays in release of scholarship funds, and lack of insurance for institutional assets.
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Leaders slam EPRA over fuel price hikes and demand transparency in pricing system
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya warned that fuel prices rising above Sh200 per litre were placing severe pressure on households and businesses.
News
How fuel prices will retail in major towns
Northern Kenya continues to record the highest fuel prices. In Lodwar, super petrol is Sh213.93, diesel Sh213.72, and kerosene Sh159.90, driven by the cost of transporting fuel to remote and arid areas.
News
Avenews targets liquidity gaps in agribusiness through supply chain financing model
The company’s model uses invoice discounting, transaction-based lending and technology-driven approval systems to give agribusinesses fast access to working capital. Through this system, businesses are able to receive funds based on verified trade activity while waiting for payments from buyers.
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Kenya, France sign new defence agreement allowing joint military operations
Under the deal, personnel deployed in either country will be allowed to wear uniforms, carry service weapons and use communication equipment, but only with approval from the host state. Host nations will also support visiting forces through eased entry procedures, movement assistance, visa facilitation and access to necessary operational infrastructure.
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Former IEBC CEO flags weak mobilisation in voter registration
Former IEBC CEO James Oswago says Kenya’s voter registration targets are unrealistic, citing weak civic mobilisation, short registration drives and low funding as key barriers to higher voter turnout.
Business
Weak demand hits CBK Sh20 billion bond switch
The Central Bank aimed to exchange up to Sh20 billion worth of existing government bonds as part of its debt management strategy. However, total bids received stood at about Sh2.56 billion, representing only 12.8 per cent of the intended amount and pointing to subdued market appetite.
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MPs challenge mining revenue split as communities demand bigger share
Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho defended the framework, saying it is already anchored in law and cannot be altered through subsidiary regulations. He explained that the key goal is to ensure smoother and faster distribution of funds to beneficiaries.
News
Heavy caseload continues to slow justice despite gains in case clearance - Ndemo
According to the 2024/25 State of the Judiciary and the Administration of Justice report, courts resolved 647,686 cases against 621,425 new filings, achieving a 104 percent case clearance rate. This contributed to a 30 percent reduction in backlog and a 3 percent drop in pending cases overall.
Crime
Three arrested as DCI dismantles cyber fraud ring targeting bank accounts in Meru
Investigators say the trio had been running a coordinated cyber fraud operation involving hacking into email accounts, swapping SIM cards and gaining unauthorized access to mobile banking systems, allowing them to drain funds from victims’ accounts.
Sports
Pamoja Afcon 2027 countries to meet on April 23 over tourney roadmap
Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said in Nairobi that the meeting will bring together ministers to discuss key preparations including visa facilitation, tax exemptions, and other logistical issues ahead of the tournament.
News
Deputy Chief Registrar:Judiciary under strain as funding gaps slow justice delivery
Budget figures show a continued gap between what the judiciary receives and what it needs. In the 2024/2025 financial year, the institution was allocated about Sh21.85 billion against a requirement of roughly Sh44.9 billion. For the 2025/2026 financial year, funding rose to about Sh24.94 billion, while the need stood at around Sh40.1 billion, leaving a shortfall of over 35 percent.
Counties
Odero picked to lead new Nairobi Metropolitan Police ahead of May launch
The new arrangement comes as Nairobi’s policing system continues to undergo internal changes under city police leadership. Nairobi police boss Issah Mahamud has already introduced new directives aimed at changing how officers conduct operations in the capital.
News
Waititu graft case set for fresh directions on April 21
At the centre of the case are allegations of irregular procurement and questionable financial transactions in the Kiambu County Government, mainly linked to road projects and how contracts were awarded.
Crime
Two suspects held over abduction and killing of boy in Githunguri
Police confirmed that the two are in custody after being presented in court, where detectives obtained 10-day custodial orders to allow for further investigations.
News
Judiciary Spokesperson outlines court structure as mediation takes centre stage
Deputy Chief Registrar Paul Ndemo sexplained that the traditional court setup is largely confrontational, where one side wins and the other loses, a situation that can deepen disagreements rather than resolve them fully.
Counties
Governor Mbarire calls for investigation after Ishiara hospital unrest turns fatal
The governor said the county government had already begun addressing the issues raised by residents before the protests escalated. She noted that meetings held on April 7 and April 8 brought together hospital management, the facility board and other stakeholders.
News
Transporters ordered to raise freight rates after 24.5% diesel surge
The Kenya Transporters Association has ordered immediate freight rate reviews after a Sh40 diesel price jump lifted operating costs by about 13–14%, following EPRA’s latest fuel price review.
News
Four arrested in Athi River anti-narcotics raid as DCI targets drug networks
DCI officers arrested four suspects in Athi River after raids on two houses and an apartment, seizing cannabis and targeting suspected trafficking networks affecting vulnerable communities.
Business
Kenya Railways raises freight charges under new tariff plan
The Mombasa–Naivasha route has been treated differently, with Kenya Railways setting a flat rate of $600 (Sh77,550) for a 20-foot container and $700 (Sh90,475) for a 40-foot container.
Global Affairs
Israel and Lebanon hold rare direct talks in Washington since 1993
Over 2,000 people have been killed since Israeli military operations in Lebanon began on 2 March, shortly after US and Israeli strikes began in Iran. The violence has also displaced about one million people, adding pressure on already strained services and communities.
Health and Wellness
Details of new pay, staffing plan deal that sealed end of KNH nurses’ strike
The settlement provides for revised allowances, including Sh25,000 for uniforms and Sh30,000 for nursing service, while leave allowance will be calculated at one-third of basic salary, capped at Sh50,000. The health risk allowance remains unchanged at Sh5,000.
Counties
Nairobi divided into three policing zones in major security overhaul
Under the plan, the city will be split into Nairobi North, Nairobi West and Nairobi East, each placed under a dedicated sub-regional police commander.
News
MPs question fuel shortages despite confirmation of high depot stocks
Officials at the depots demonstrated automated monitoring systems showing real-time fuel levels. In Nairobi, tanks were shown holding millions of litres, including 10 million litres of diesel and more than 2.4 million litres of super petrol. Kisumu depots reported over 11 million litres of petrol and about 23 million litres of diesel.
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Diesel jumps to Sh40.30, petrol up Sh28.69 in EPRA review
In the review released on April 14, 2026, EPRA said the new pump prices will take effect from April 15, 2026, and remain in force until May 14, 2026, marking another adjustment in the cost of fuel that is likely to affect transport and overall living expenses.
Health and Wellness
Kenyatta National Hospital nurses’ strike called off after talks, CS Duale confirms
In a statement, Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale confirmed that a return-to-work formula had been reached, bringing an end to the disruption at the country’s largest referral hospital.
Nairobi
Sakaja oversees marking of State House wall in riparian land crackdown
Sakaja described the decision as a powerful demonstration of leadership and accountability, noting that compliance with environmental regulations must begin at the highest level of government.
News
Mudavadi urges leaders to shun violence ahead of 2027 elections
Mudavadi emphasized that Kenya’s democratic progress depends on maintaining peace, assuring citizens that the government is committed to delivering credible elections.