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Speaking during Mother’s Day celebrations in Karen, Second Lady Joyce Kithure urged leaders and citizens to support women through economic and social empowerment, saying it strengthens families, education and resilient communities across Kenya.
Kenya Airways says fog reduced visibility on approach to the JKIA runway on Sunday morning, prompting the diversion of two flights. The flights later returned and landed safely in Nairobi after conditions improved, with only limited schedule delays.
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the victims, a young couple, were attacked at Mocheche Avenue before being driven to a secluded thicket in Bobaracho where valuables were stolen.
Speaking at St. Peter's Cathedral, Kapsabet, Nandi County on Sunday, Mudavadi said the focus should not just be on winning, but on “the size of the victory.”
In a statement on Sunday, the football body confirmed that Motsepe will participate in the high-level summit before holding talks with regional officials on the progress of AFCON 2027 preparations.
In a statement on Sunday titled “The Odinga history is littered with sacrifices, not entitlements,” Odinga defended the political legacy of the Odinga family while responding to remarks she claimed were directed at her by the former ODM chairman.
Sandra Mbuvi, daughter of former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko, has announced her bid for the Kitusuru Ward MCA seat under the National Economic Development Party (NEDP). She shared a campaign poster outlining youth, education, healthcare and leadership priorities.
Africa's richest man, Dangote, at an infrastructure summit in Nairobi last month, said he could replicate his 650,000-barrel-a-day Nigerian refinery in East Africa, provided governments in the region supported the initiative.
In Gazette Notice No. 6567, issued under the Constitution of Kenya and the Judicial Service Act, the Chief Justice provided a framework aimed at ensuring continuity of cases and preventing delays or prejudice to litigants affected by the transfers.
The National Police Service says a multi-agency operation in Gitwamba, Trans-Nzoia County, led to the arrest of 13 suspects linked to criminal gang activities. Police say intelligence-led operations will continue and suspects will be processed and charged.
The visit by FBI Co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey on May, 9, 2026, emphasised the longstanding strategic partnership between the DCI and the FBI, coming two years after former FBI Director Christopher Wray’s historic visit.
Intensive preparations have been under way to receive the ship in the port of Granadilla and help more than 100 people onto shore to be repatriated.
In a statement on Saturday, the party confirmed the outcome, saying, “Hon Sammy Ngotho wins DCP ticket to run for Ol Kalou parliamentary seat with 12,957 votes; Paul Waiganjo comes second with 4,978 votes.”
Patel had his campaign effectively sealed when longtime leader Samman Vohra suffered a driveshaft failure towards the end of the SS10 speed test.
Speaking to residents at Chiakariga during a tour of Tharaka Nithi and Embu Counties on Saturday, Karua criticised what she termed persistent failures in the health sector, the state of roads, and delays in key development projects.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Juan Arias told reporters that emergency crews responded to reports of a "possible boat explosion" at Haulover Sandbar, a popular tourist location.
Tedros Ghebreyesus stressed that "this is not another Covid" and that there were no symptomatic passengers currently aboard the MV Hondius.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the County Government of Kilifi said multi-agency security teams had heightened vigilance and launched coordinated operations targeting criminal networks in Malindi and surrounding areas, including the notorious “Mawoza” gang.
One of the earliest known Mother’s Day observances dates back to 1887 in Henderson, Kentucky, in the US, where teacher Mary Towles Sasseen organized a classroom celebration dedicated to honoring mothers.
In a statement on May 9, 2026, the national carrier said the aircraft landed safely at Cape Town International Airport at approximately 1:55 pm EAT.
Speaking after the final whistle by center referee Constant Cap, South African tactician Carlos Katywa said he was pleased to have won his fifth Kenya Cup title while in charge of Kabras after successfully guiding the Kakamega-based sugar men to victories in the 2021/22, 2022/23, 2023/24, 2024/25, and now the 2025/26 seasons.
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations have arrested two suspects linked to the murder of a PCEA cleric in Nakuru County. The brutal attack occurred at PCEA Tabuga Church in Nakuru North Sub-County on the night of May 3, 2026. During the incident, Reverend Julius Ndumia Ngari was killed, while the church watchman, Benard Nyamwaka, sustained serious injuries and was hospitalized. The attackers reportedly broke into the church office and the reverend’s residence, making away with cash, mobile phones and other valuables. In a statement issued on May 9, 2026, the DCI said the arrests followed extensive forensic and intelligence-led investigations conducted by officers from the Homicide Department, the Crime Research and Intelligence Bureau (CR&IB), and the Operations Support Unit (OSU), working alongside detectives from Nakuru North. “The suspects were found in possession of valuables confirmed to be among the items stolen from the late Reverend. They are currently in custody, undergoing interrogation,” the DCI said. The agency added that detectives are conducting advanced forensic analysis and reviewing critical evidence believed to be linked to a wider criminal network behind the attack. The DCI condemned the killing, describing it as a senseless and violent act, and assured the public that all those involved would be brought to justice. The agency also conveyed condolences to the family, friends and congregants of the late Reverend Julius Ndumia Ngari, while wishing Benard Nyamwaka a quick recovery. The DCI further thanked members of the public and the PCEA fraternity for remaining calm and cooperating with investigators. Anyone with information related to the case has been urged to report to the nearest police station or anonymously through the #FichuaKwaDCI platform via the toll-free number 0800 722 203 or WhatsApp number 0709 570 000.
The levy, which took effect on May 1, 2026, imposes a charge of 0.8 percent of auction value or custom value for direct sales at the point of export.
The Finance Bill 2026 additionally proposes an increase in residential rental income tax from 7.5 per cent to 10 per cent. The proposal is backed by enforcement measures, including agent-based withholding systems aimed at improving compliance.
In a statement released by the Office of the Inspector General on Saturday, the police service rejected social media claims alleging that the pregnancies resulted from fraternisation within the college.
Emergency response teams later arrived at the scene and established that six people had died on the spot while several others sustained injuries. The injured were rushed to nearby health facilities for treatment, with some reported to be in serious condition.
The Kenya Transporters Association (KTA) is now urging the Ministry of Energy to come out clearly on the actual status of fuel availability in the country, explain the cause of the shortages, and outline steps being taken to restore normal supply.
The rights group warned that such conduct may discourage young girls from taking part in leadership spaces, civic engagement, and learning opportunities, as it creates the impression that public environments are unsafe or unwelcoming.
The arrangement removes customs duties on a wide range of Kenyan agricultural products entering China, creating new opportunities for exporters to compete in a market of more than 1.4 billion people.
The hearing followed a petition by Zedekiah Adika, who raised alarm over poor accessibility at facilities including Bima Towers, Uhuru na Kazi offices, Mombasa Law Courts, county offices and other state premises.