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Governors push Senate for 42% of road maintenance funds
Data from the Kenya Roads Register 2024 shows counties manage 182,092 kilometres, more than three-quarters of Kenya’s total 239,122-kilometre road network.
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JKIA expansion underway as Government launches major tender
Passenger numbers are projected to rise to 22.31 million by 2045, while cargo volumes are expected to more than double, from 407,214 tonnes to 860,400 tonnes over the same period.
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Boniface Mwangi’s 2027 bid: Reform, integrity, and new vision for Kenya
In August 2025, Boniface Mwangi declared that he would run for the presidential seat in the upcoming 2027 general elections.
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Ichung’wah blasts Gachagua over remarks on Ng’eno crash
Ng’eno lost his life on February 28, 2026, after a helicopter he was travelling in went down in Nandi County, killing all six people on board.
Global Affairs
TikTok rejects full end-to-end encryption, citing user safety
End-to-end encryption ensures that only the sender and recipient can see the contents of a message, a feature widely used by apps like WhatsApp, Signal, and Apple’s iMessage. Proponents argue it is the most secure way to protect conversations from hackers, companies, and even governments.
Education and Career
Lawyer blames hasty CBE transition for Grade 10 confusion
Lawyer and Kenya Teachers and Health Workers Association (KETHAWA) National Secretary Ndung’u Wangenye says the country embarked on the reforms too quickly, without proper preparation for schools, teachers, and parents.
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Exam malpractice now linked to teachers, PS Bitok says
Bitok stressed that every incident must be examined carefully to avoid unfairly punishing learners who were not involved. He also pointed to the government’s efforts to improve teacher coverage as part of tackling the root causes of malpractice.
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MPs press Moscow on fate of Kenyans in Russian military
MP Koech told legislators that the Ministry continues to pursue information on Clinton Nyapara Mogesa and Justus Mayienda Ombati, but Russian officials have not confirmed the status of either individual.
Global Affairs
Belgium arrests three suspected leaders of Cameroon separatist militia
The federal prosecutor’s office said the suspects are believed to be key figures in the Ambazonia Defence Forces, which has been fighting for the independence of Cameroon’s North-West and South-West regions since 2017.
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Forensic phase begins after Nandi helicopter crash evidence collection
Portions will be examined locally by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Department, while selected parts will be sent abroad for advanced metallurgical tests and data retrieval.
Health and Wellness
Court issues arrest orders for 20 in Sh28 million SHA scam
The warrants were granted after Prosecution Counsel Joyce Olajo moved to court, informing the magistrate that the accused persons had failed to appear to take plea on charges earlier approved by the DPP.
Nairobi
Nairobi assembly backs Sh80bn Ruto-Sakaja deal to improve city services
MCAs have emphasized that all projects, whether undertaken independently or jointly under the agreement, must be formally handed over to the county government upon the deal’s termination.
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Autopsy confirms Nandi helicopter crash victims died from multiple injuries, severe burns
Chief Government Pathologist Dr Johansen Oduor said the findings showed that none of the victims survived the crash. He noted that the bodies bore injuries affecting vital parts of the body, including the head, chest and spine, alongside burns of different intensity.
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Nearly 500,000 Kenyans at risk as Middle East conflict deepens - PS Njogu
State Department for Diaspora Affairs, Roseline Njogu, outlined mounting concerns stemming from renewed hostilities between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the State of Israel, as well as growing cases of Kenyans in distress in Saudi Arabia and the Russian Federation.
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22 charges loom over Sakaja as MCAs prepare motion
Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, Waithera Chege confirmed that the members were ready to formally present the motion, but were unable to do so after the Clerk failed to appear in the Assembly.
Education and Career
KUCCPS reopens KMTC portal for March 2026 intake
The placement agency encouraged applicants to ensure they meet the set qualifications before completing the process online.
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Kindiki vows development will continue despite political distractions
Speaking after touring projects in Taita Taveta County, he said the administration is determined to unite Kenyans and ensure every region benefits from national programmes.
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Governors face arrest or fines over Senate committee no-shows
The move comes after several governors on Monday ignored committee invitations, prompting senators to warn that vague excuses will no longer be accepted.
Global Affairs
Uganda assures stable fuel, prices despite Middle East tensions
Uganda’s Energy Ministry and UNOC say fuel supplies and March 2026 cargoes remain stable despite Middle East instability, citing contingency plans with Vitol and urging the public and market players to remain calm.
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Wetang’ula pushes for tougher aviation rules after MP dies in helicopter crash
Speaking on Tuesdsy, the Speaker warned pilots, leaders and other users of air services to strictly follow existing safety procedures, especially during unstable weather.
Global Affairs
Tanzania issues travel sdvisory over Middle East security concerns
Tanzania has issued a security and travel advisory for citizens in or travelling to the Middle East, urging them to avoid travel, stay indoors where possible and follow official guidance amid regional instability.
Health and Wellness
UN warns of 240,000 newborn deaths annually from birth defects
Marking World Birth Defects Day on Tuesday, the World Health Organization says most cases occur in poorer countries and many could be prevented through screening, vaccination and improved antenatal services.
Politics
ODM PG backs talks with UDA, declares Parliamentary numbers non-negotiable
Junet confirmed that the party would now pursue structured engagement with other political formations, starting with UDA, but made it clear that ODM’s presence in Parliament would not be part of any bargain.
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KAA denies Adani role in JKIA upgrade
Kenya Airports Authority has clarified that India’s Adani Group is no longer involved in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport’s upgrade, confirming the proposal was cancelled and the project is fully government-funded.
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KEMRI begins DNA testing to identify victims of Nandi helicopter crash
The helicopter crash, which occurred on Saturday, claimed the lives of all six people on board, sending shockwaves across Kenya’s political landscape, particularly in Ng’eno’s Emurua Dikirr constituency.
Business
Over 5,000 acres to be taken for Naivasha–Kisumu SGR expansion
The SGR Phase 2B line will start at the Nairobi–Naivasha terminus, passing through Narok, Bomet, Sotik, Sondu, and Ahero before ending in Kisumu.
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NYS announces 750 permanent jobs: How to apply by March 18
In an advertisement published in the MyGov publication of March 3, 2026, NYS announced vacancies for Specialist Officers (Cadets) in disciplines including engineering, health services, ICT, agriculture, finance, supply chain management, communications, and project management.
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Kenya targets India to diversify macadamia exports
India is emerging as a high-potential market due to its growing population of health-conscious consumers and improved affordability following reductions in import duties.
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PSC invites stakeholders to validate draft rules on removal of DPP
The Public Service Commission has reviewed draft regulations on removing the Director of Public Prosecutions and set a March 23, 2026 virtual forum to validate the rules after nationwide consultations.
Health and Wellness
Unaddressed hearing loss affects 95 million children, WHO warns on care gap
The agency urged governments, civil society, and partners across health and education sectors to take urgent action to protect children’s hearing, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where the burden is highest, including regions of Africa and South-East Asia.