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Senate invites public views on bid to grant Thika city status
All memoranda must be received on or before Monday, March 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
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Kim Jong Un re-appointed leader of North Korea's ruling party
The announcement by the rubber-stamp party congress on Sunday comes as little surprise, given that the Kim family has ruled the dictatorship since the late 1940s.
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Ruto to appoint new Kenya Airways Board
President William Ruto has announced plans to appoint a new Kenya Airways board this week, signalling a fresh push to transform the national carrier and align it with his wider economic reforms.
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CMA exempts Nedbank from full NCBA takeover offer in 66% deal plan
In a public announcement dated February 23, 2026, the South African banking group said the exemption satisfies a key condition tied to its intention to acquire approximately 66 per cent of the issued ordinary shares in NCBA from existing shareholders on a pro rata basis.
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Kenya must align spending with revenues to stabilise debt, expert says
Speaking during an interview on Radio Generation, Ogutu said the country’s fiscal health hinges on matching spending with revenues.
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Mexican army kills leader of powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel
The drug lord was the Mexican government’s biggest prize yet to show the Trump administration in its efforts to crack down on the cartels, and his death was met with a forceful reaction from the cartel, known by its Spanish initials CJNG.
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Coast General Hospital CEO suspended over governance concerns
In a statement issued on February 22, 2026, the county said the decision was reached following a special sitting of the hospital’s board to deliberate on concerns relating to the conduct and performance of the CEO.
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New York mayor Mamdani orders citywide travel ban ahead of major snowstorm
The ban will not affect essential workers or New Yorkers needing to travel due to emergencies, according to Mamdani.
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Wajir Iftar initiative supports vulnerable households
Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi flagged off 915 tonnes of essential food supplies, including sifted maize, fortified porridge flour, dates, and cooking oil at the county headquarters.
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Explosions kill police officer and injure 25 in western Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed "an individual suspected of carrying out the terrorist attack" had been detained.
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DCI accuses Linda Mwananchi camp of arming supporters during Kakamega rally
In a statement issued after the incident, the DCI strongly condemned what it termed as mob injustice that resulted in the death of 35-year-old George Olande Otobe, alias Omundu, during a political gathering held in the region.
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Ruto to Kiambu leaders: Stop blame games, unite and work for electorate
Ruto urged elected officials to take ownership of local challenges and work collaboratively to ensure progress across the county.
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Transport State Department faces Sh37.7bn budget shortfall in 2026 policy statement
Kenya’s State Department for Transport has reported a Sh37.7 billion funding shortfall in its 2026/27 budget plan, warning MPs this could delay key infrastructure projects and core statutory obligations.
Global Affairs
Man killed after entering perimeter of Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort
The man, in his 20s, appeared to be armed with a shotgun and fuel can, according to the Secret Service’s communications chief, Anthony Guglielmi. He was shot at about 1:30am Sunday morning (06:30 GMT).
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Ruto to launch construction of Thika-Museum Hill Expressway in September
Speaking during a church service at Jesus Christ Compassion Ministry, Ruiru, Kiambu County on Sunday, President Ruto revealed that the government has already allocated significant funds to infrastructure projects in the county.
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DP Kindiki appeals for calm, urges support for UDA in upcoming by-elections
Former Muminji MCA Newton Kariuki, alias Karish, and former Evurore MCA Duncan Mbui tendered their resignations to vie for the Mbeere North Parliamentary seat.
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Pakistan launches deadly strikes on Afghanistan
Islamabad said the attacks targeted seven alleged militant camps and hideouts near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border and that they had been launched after recent suicide bombings in Pakistan.
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Geoffrey Ruku slams Oburu, warns over remarks on Deputy President position
Ruku’s remarks are in response to recent remarks by the Orange Democratic Movement faction of the broadbased government that has been demanding the second-in-command position even as they begin negotiations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Kenya Airways cancels New York flights, cites adverse weather conditions
The national carrier said the blizzard warning and adverse weather conditions affecting several parts of the United States, including New York, had led airport authorities to suspend flight operations for specific periods.
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MP Ronald Karauri declares bid for Nairobi governor in 2027
Speaking to residents of Kasarani, the legislator said he was ready to seek the mandate to lead Nairobi County, framing his bid as a call for accountable leadership and citizen-driven governance.
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Sifuna demands answers from KAA over alleged Kisumu Airport security breach
In a statement on Sunday, the senator questioned whether Kisumu International Airport can still guarantee passenger safety after alleged incidents at the facility.
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Weatherman warns of flood risks as heavy rains projected to hit southern Kenya
Regions most at risk include the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, Central Highlands—including Nairobi—and South-Eastern Lowlands, where heavy to very heavy rainfall exceeding 50 millimeters is expected.
Global Affairs
Ukraine calls out Hungary and Slovakia over energy ‘ultimatums’
The prime ministers of Hungary and Slovakia had issued ultimatums to Ukraine over oil supplies, heightening tensions over energy flows disrupted by the ongoing war with Russia.
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Arab States condemn U.S. envoy’s remarks on Israeli control of Arab territories
The envoy had stated that it would be acceptable for Israel to exercise control over territories belonging to Arab states, including the occupied West Bank, a position the states described as dangerous and inflammatory.
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Divers recover bodies of seven Chinese tourists from bottom of Lake Baikal
Irkutsk regional Governor Igor Kobzev offered his "deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims". He earlier said one Chinese tourist had managed to escape.
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Auditor-General flags irregularities in Sh41.9bn Bomas renovations
The audit report states that Mariru approved direct procurement on February 17, 2025, even though the tender process had already started, with invitation documents and site inspections dated February 13 and 14, 2025.
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Nicholas Gumbo declares 2027 Siaya Governor bid after ODM return
Gumbo made the announcement at a rally in Siaya on Saturday during an event where ODM Deputy Party Leader Oburu Oginga officially received him back into the Orange party months after he returned from the United Democratic Movement.
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Coast police bust criminals, seize drugs, ammunition and fake land documents
This recent string of arrests comes amid a series of successful operations across the Coast region targeting organised crime syndicates. The police vow that the crackdown will continue unabated, with further intelligence-driven operations expected in the coming weeks.
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Uhuru urges orderly dialogue after youths announce Ichaweri home visit
Uhuru’s spokesperson, Kanze Dena clarified that while the former President values engagement with young citizens, he is currently unable to host the group.
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Boxing: Kibra Olympic wins Nairobi Intermediaries, eyes Kenya Open
The federation branch's Competitions Secretary, Maurice Maina, told Radio Generation that the winners will join those who won the national Novice in early February in Thika, Kiambu County, for the Kenya Open next week, February 26–28, 2026.