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In the women’s category, another Kenyan, Sharon Lokedi, also claimed victory, clocking 2:18:51 and earning the same prize money as Korir. Both athletes also broke the course records in their respective races.
The two-week programme brings together participants from 17 African countries, marking an expansion from its inaugural cohort last year, which had 52 participants from 11 countries. The growth is being seen as a sign of increasing continental commitment to strengthening mental health systems and leadership.
The initiative focuses on the Daua River Basin, aiming to boost irrigation, infrastructure, and trade across Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia, with ministry officials highlighting on Monday that it has a potential to transform livelihoods and strengthen regional integration.
Addressing the press on Monday, April 20, 2026, Rongo Member of Parliament Paul Abuor said global fuel markets are experiencing heightened volatility due to geopolitical developments, including risks to critical supply routes such as the Strait of Hormuz.
The facility aims to train Kenyan professionals and youth in digital trade skills, including e-commerce and supply chain management, and support export growth and market access.
An update on the Performance Contract for FY 2025/2026 indicated satisfactory progress across the majority of performance indicators.
Principal Secretary for Medical Services Dr Ouma Oluga says Kenya must move from vertical HIV programmes to integrated, people-centred care as it targets ending AIDS by 2030, while strengthening health systems and domestic financing.
Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPBRA) has announced a call for applications for the Partnering in Business with Germany programme. Selected SME executives will receive training, B2B meetings, and a three-week immersion in Germany to support market entry partnerships.
Amref Health Africa has issued a public warning about fraudulent online content using AI-generated videos and deepfakes to impersonate officials and promote fake health products. It says it does not sell medicines or endorse products online.
The operation, conducted jointly with officers from Runda Police Station and the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) on Monday uncovered a concealed storage facility along Pan Afric Road in Runda Estate.
He argues that while government presents documented plans, opposition politics often focuses on criticism without clear solutions, warning that citizens remain the biggest losers in a cycle of unproductive narratives and weak accountability in governance.
Brent crude rose by 5.4% to $95.27 (£70.62) a barrel, while the US benchmark West Texas Intermediate climbed 5.9% to $88.79, reflecting sharp investor reactions to fresh disruptions in the Middle East.
In a ruling delivered by Justice J. Chigiti (SC) at the Milimani High Court, the court found that pleadings generated using “unknown tools or artificial intelligence” without disclosure compromised the integrity of the judicial process and gave litigants an unfair advantage.
The National Taxpayers Association says diesel price increases have a modest effect on operating costs, yet matatu fares have been raised beyond actual fuel cost adjustments. NTA urged transport bodies to review pricing.
In a public notice issued on Monday, TVETA said it had established that KIM was operating outside its approved mandate by offering unaccredited academic and professional programmes to members of the public.
The corporation reiterated that recruitment is free and only conducted through its official website.
The programme targets youth entrepreneurs who completed mentorship, aiming to strengthen business skills and unlock further funding. More than 6,000 trainers are facilitating sessions in 454 centres across the country.
He warned that Kenya’s debate on fuel pricing has increasingly been shaped by partisan contestation instead of objective analysis of economic realities.
The suspects were intercepted on Monday during intelligence-led patrols and tip-off driven raids.
In its World Economic Outlook (April 2026), the IMF projects global growth at 3.1% for 2026. It warns Middle East war, rising debt and geopolitical tensions could weigh on recovery, especially in emerging economies.
According to the National Police Service, officers from Mjambere Police Station apprehended the suspects following an intelligence-led operation that covered Barsheba, Kagujo, and surrounding areas.
He argued on Monday that Kenya’s higher fuel prices compared to Uganda and Tanzania reflect infrastructure financing needs.
He argues that public participation is often manipulated, devolution is undermined by centralisation, and leadership remains focused on personal gain.
It warns of possible isolated storms and urges residents to stay updated through official platforms, noting that weather conditions will vary by county and some areas may experience sudden changes.
Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV on April 19, 2026, Matiang’i argued that the current situation is largely “man-made” rather than driven by global factors.
In a public notice issued on Monday, the Commission said the proposed guidelines are part of a broader reform agenda designed to strengthen access to justice and redress.
In a social media post Sunday, Trump also accused Iran of violating the countries' two-week ceasefire with attacks Saturday in the Strait of Hormuz.
Head of Scheduled Services George Oduor says fares will start at Sh6,500 for early bookings, with a focus on reliability and punctuality.
In a statement shared on his social media pages on April 19, 2026, Gaucho described the appointment as a turning point in his life, terming it “a new chapter in my life.”
The tournament brings together the world’s top rugby sevens nations in a high-stakes penultimate round and Kenya will be up against South Africa, Australia and Great Britain in group A, arguably the “group of death.”