Global Affairs
Three killed after bomb detonated at Moscow restaurant - State media
Authorities have not said who they believe was the target, but many Muscovites will suspect a link to the war in Ukraine.
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Politics
Kalonzo: Ruto never intended to return Amboseli to Kajiado
The Wiper Patriotic Front leader further alleged that while public assurances were being made, another process was unfolding behind the scenes to ensure the transfer never happened.
Crime
DCI takes over probe into alleged abduction of businessman Jimmy Mutava
In a statement on Sunday, the DCI said the unit assumed control of the case after a report was made at Mlolongo Police Station on July 27, 2026. The agency said investigations are ongoing and pledged to keep the public updated as significant developments emerge.
Global Affairs
UNICEF, WHO call for stronger breastfeeding support for mothers worldwide
In a joint statement issued ahead of the annual campaign, UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell and WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said breastfeeding remains one of the most effective ways to protect children from disease and improve long-term health outcomes, but many families continue to face barriers to accessing adequate support.
Coast
40 rescued after passenger vessel capsizes off Mkondoni coast
The Kenya Coast Guard Service (KCGS) said personnel from its Shimoni Station responded to a distress call and launched a search-and-rescue operation on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Politics
Duale says pastoralist vote will shape 2027 presidential race
The Health CSsais leaders from the pastoralist counties had launched a major mobilisation exercise to ensure every eligible resident registers for both a national identity card and as a voter ahead of the next election.
Health and Wellness
DR Congo Ebola outbreak hits 3,605 cases, 1,587 deaths as WHO calls for urgent response
In a statement on August 1,2026, the UN health agency said the outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus, has intensified significantly over the past two months, spreading from a single health zone in Ituri Province to five provinces and affecting 49 health zones.
Education and Career
Grade 10 selection delay sparks concern over learner transition
Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) Deputy Secretary-General Hesbon Otieno said the ministry should have completed the exercise earlier to allow schools enough time to analyse learner assessment reports and guide them appropriately.
Global Affairs
Trump halts planned Iran strikes pending swift deal
In a post on Truth Social on August 1, 2026, the US president wrote that he had decided to "cancel the attack, subject to being able to rapidly make a DEAL" - which would include the immediate opening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to "Iran's nuclear threat".
Global Affairs
Tourist plane crash claims 13 lives in Peru
The aircraft, a Cessna Caravan C-208, had been flying over Nazca Lines archaeological site when it went down on Saturday. Eleven passengers and two pilots were on board.
Rift Valley
Man arrested over wife's murder in Trans Nzoia County
According to a statement issued by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on August 1, 2026, officers from Waitaluk Police Station, working alongside detectives from DCI Kiminini and Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) personnel, responded to the scene after receiving a report from the area Assistant Chief.
Sports
Night of mixed fortunes: Kenya's Saturday at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Saturday at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games brought Kenya both celebration and disappointment, led by Mathew Kipsang’s men’s 5,000m gold alongside other events that fell just short of the podium.