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MPs question Sh14.8 million missing from Radiation Board accounts in audit probe
The Auditor-General reported that the Board declared cash and bank balances of Sh16,059,151 in its financial statements.
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Sports
Muyoti warns Kenya Police against complacency ahead of Shield Cup semi-final
Kenya Police head into the match in strong form and full of confidence after remaining unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions. The side currently sits third on the Kenya Premier League table and has shown consistency in recent weeks.
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Fuel prices hit record high as EPRA raises petrol by Sh16 and diesel by Sh46
The new prices mean motorists in Nairobi will now pay Sh214.25 for a litre of Super Petrol, Sh242.92 for Diesel and Sh152.78 for Kerosene effective midnight for the next 30 days.
Film/Tv
Mutua: My tenure at KFCB shaped Kenya’s modern media landscape
Mutua acknowledged that his decisions often sparked public debate and legal disputes but insisted that they were made within the confines of the law and consistently upheld in court.
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CS Lee Kinyanjui defends CAIPs rollout amid funding, coordination gaps
The CS told senators that the programme, which is intended to spur industrialisation at the county level through value addition and aggregation, had initially received Sh4.7 billion in the 2023/2024 financial year.
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Msambweni NG-CDF manager put on the spot over 111 unverified projects
According to the audit findings, the constituency office did not present key supporting documents required for verification, including coloured photographs of completed projects and official completion certificates.
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MPs to scrutinise Sh36.9bn plan as Kenya steps up entry into aerospace development
The Sh36.9 billion request comes at a time when the government is prioritizing upgrades in aviation systems, stronger safety regulation, and positioning Kenya as a regional hub for air transport and emerging space technology.
Crime
Three arrested as probe into Sh5.2 million Government account fraud deepens
Security teams say operations are ongoing to track down the remaining suspects, with detectives maintaining pressure on what they describe as a structured financial crime group.
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Expert links adult money struggles to childhood financial habits
Kibe argued that many adults who are currently struggling financially would have had very different outcomes if they had been exposed to personal finance education earlier.
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PS Bitok warns against harsh punishments amid rising school unrest
The Basic Education PS said the government was concerned that unrest incidents were interfering with learning and forcing the temporary closure of some institutions.
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Ezekiel Mutua reflects on family strain during years of public scrutiny
Looking back, Mutua described parts of the experience as extremely difficult, saying at times it was “terrible”.
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KNCHR warns public over fake compensation agents targeting victims
The Commission stressed that all its services are free of charge and that no payments are required at any stage of engagement with victims or complainants.
Health and Wellness
HIV, TB, malaria progress too slow to meet 2030 goals, WHO report says
In its World Health Statistics 2026 report, WHO says progress against HIV, tuberculosis, malaria, hepatitis and antimicrobial resistance is not fast enough to meet 2030 targets, and warns funding cuts could worsen outcomes for billions.
Education and Career
Ruto hands KEMRI, Kenya-AIST University Charters in research drive
Speaking at State House in Nairobi on Thursday, Ruto said the move is aimed at positioning Kenya as a global leader in advanced technology, medical research, and industrial transformation, arguing that no country has achieved prosperity without deliberate investment in science and human capital.
Technology
Meta launches private “Incognito Chat” mode for AI users on WhatsApp
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced “Incognito Chat” for Meta AI on WhatsApp and the Meta AI app. He says it uses a Trusted Execution Environment so conversations are inaccessible to Meta and disappear after sessions end.
Politics
Ol Kalou by-election: Nyaga urges unity and development focus after UDA nomination win
The Ol Kalou parliamentary seat became vacant following the death of former MP David Njuguna Kiaraho on March 29, 2026, setting the stage for a by-election scheduled for July. Kiaraho had been elected on a UDA ticket during the 2022 General Election before his passing.
North-Eastern
Madaraka Day preparations in Wajir reach 84 per cent completion
In a statement issued on Thursday, Internal Security Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo said inspections carried out in Wajir showed strong progress at the main celebration venue, supporting infrastructure, parade rehearsals, and presidential hosting facilities, with most major works expected to be completed between May 20 and 25.
Politics
TIFA survey places Kalonzo–Sifuna ahead in opposition 2027 race combinations
A new TIFA Research poll released May 14, 2026 finds Kalonzo Musyoka–Edwin Sifuna as the top preferred opposition presidential pairing overall, while Kalonzo–Fred Matiang’i edges among opposition supporters, with many undecided.
Politics
Majority of Ruto supporters back Kindiki as 2027 deputy pick – survey
TIFA said the findings suggest that “Kindiki is viewed as the most politically acceptable deputy option,” adding that voters appeared to favour “continuity and stability within Ruto’s political camp heading into 2027.”
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Ruto tops 2027 presidential preference poll as race remains fragmented
Ruto is followed by Kalonzo Musyoka who records 19 per cent. Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i comes third with 14 per cent, while Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna follows at 10 per cent. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is placed fifth at 9 per cent. Embakasi East MP Babu Owino records 2 per cent support.
Politics
TIFA poll: ODM supporters split between Linda Mwananchi and Linda Ground
Under Linda Mwananchi, which leads with 73% support, followers appear to favour a stronger opposition approach focused on public interest and consistent pressure on government performance.
Politics
Support for Broad-Based Government drops to 30 per cent in new TIFA poll
A TIFA survey released May 14, 2026 finds support for Kenya’s Broad-Based Government fell to 30% in May, down from 44% in November 2025. Opposition rose to 56%, while undecided responses increased.
Politics
DCP support rises to 16pc as ODM, UDA lose ground in new TIFA poll
The report suggests that the political field is becoming more competitive, with voters spreading their support across more parties and showing reduced loyalty to the main coalitions that shaped the last election.
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University of Nairobi appoints Prof. Ayub Gitau as 9th Vice-Chancellor
The University of Nairobi Council appointed Prof. Ayub N. Gitau as 9th Vice-Chancellor and Prof. Josiah O. Aduda as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Finance, Planning & Development) in a May 14, 2026 special sitting.
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LSK raises alarm over surge in femicide, calls for national emergency response
LSK said it was “deeply concerned and gravely disturbed by the recent spate of reported cases of femicide, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and other forms of gender-based violence across the country,” warning that women and girls were losing their lives in “tragic and disturbing circumstances.”
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No deal exists for French military base in Kenya, Sing’Oei says
His remarks follow increased public debate and social media claims suggesting that France could set up a military facility in Kenya, particularly in Mombasa and other coastal areas.
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UN agencies push for safer roads amid increase in crash deaths in Kenya
Data contained in the Economic Survey 2026 indicates that road traffic accidents reported in Kenya increased from 11,316 in 2024 to 11,638 in 2025.
Sports
Chesang’ ends 14 year wait, Senchura, bags Kenya first medals in chaotic Accra
Chesang produced a strong finish under the scorching heat at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium in Legon on Wednesday, clocking 28:30.44 to beat Ethiopia’s Eyob Gared, who settled for silver in 28:30.57.
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Treasury plans new safeguards for auditors exposing corruption in public offices
Under the proposed Regulation 163 of the Public Finance Management (National Government) Regulations, internal auditors acting in good faith would be protected from punishment linked to their audit work or disclosure of misconduct.
Crime
Two arrested in Mombasa drug raid as police recover narcotics worth Sh2.19 million
DInvestigators said a search inside the house led to the recovery of large amounts of narcotics believed to have been prepared for distribution within Mombasa and other areas.