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Mombasa orders 45-day relocation for Makupa/Majengo market upgrade
Traders are to move to a temporary open-air site along Majengo Road as the county promises improved facilities within 12 months.
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U.S. warns citizens in Bahrain amid ongoing drone and missile threats
The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain has warned Americans of possible drone, missile and terrorist attacks, urging them to avoid Manama hotels, follow shelter guidance and enroll in the STEP security program.
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NACADA seizes 2,400 cannabis stones in Kapsabet raid
The agency says the crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle supply chains while strengthening prevention programmes in schools, families, and communities.
Health and Wellness
SHA digital outage disrupts hospital pre-authorizations nationwide
The outage, caused by a critical system failure on March 1, 2026, has halted essential healthcare service delivery and affected facilities that rely on the system for approvals.
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Kisumu court vindicates CAJ, awards teacher Sh200,000 damages
The court ruled that the CAJ engaged actively with the Teachers Service Commission, but identified procedural defects in the disciplinary panel and awarded Sh200,000 in damages for unlawful actions.
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CJ Koome flags Sh131 billion funding gap in Justice sector, calls for urgent reforms
Speaking at State House Nairobi on Monday, Koome emphasized the need for sustained investment, improved infrastructure, and strengthened enforcement to enhance accountability and efficiency across the judiciary and related agencies.
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Ruto orders rapid rollout of traffic cameras, instant fines to curb road accidents
Speaking at State House in Nairobi on Monday, when he received the National Council on Administration of Justice Report, President Ruto emphasized that the initiative will reduce corruption, streamline enforcement, and allow the judiciary to focus on serious cases.
Global Affairs
AU marks Adwa Day in Addis, linking 1896 victory to Agenda 2063
In a statement issued from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on March 2, 2026, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, paid tribute to the victory of March 2, 1896.
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CJ Koome warns of rising road fatalities, calls for urgent traffic justice reforms
Speaking at State House in Nairobi on Monday, Koome highlighted that 62,932 traffic cases were filed in the 2024/2025 financial year, with offenses ranging from reckless driving, causing death, contravening insurance laws, to driving under the influence of alcohol.
Global Affairs
Israel strikes Lebanon following Hezbollah attacks
Israel said it was attacking sites connected to Lebanon's Shi'ite Muslim Hezbollah militants, one of Tehran's principal allies in the Middle East, after Hezbollah acknowledged launching missiles and drones toward Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
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NACADA opens 2026 national essay contest for senior students
The agency says participation is free and is urging learners to use their writing to champion a drug-free generation across schools and communities nationwide.
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Ruto condemns strikes on Gulf states, calls for de-escalation
In a post on his X account, President Ruto said Kenya “strongly condemns the strikes on the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain in the evolving conflict in the Middle East.”
Health and Wellness
A CT scan that saved my life: Francis Njiraini's cancer survival story
He said the diagnosis threw him into brief confusion, wondering why he was the one receiving such life-changing news.
Global Affairs
How US-Israel strikes on Iran may affect Kenyan exports and flights
Speaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Okango said Kenyans in the Middle East are already anxious, though the government has moved to provide support.
Global Affairs
At least 153 dead after reported strike on school, Iran says
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian called the incident a "barbaric act" and "another black page in the record of countless crimes committed by the aggressors".
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1,032-unit Garissa public works housing scheme pushes for inclusive urban growth
The flagship initiative of President William Ruto under the national housing agenda is aimed at expanding access to decent and affordable homes.
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Oburu tells detractors to challenge him at ODM delegates conference
The National Delegates Conference is the top decision-making organ of the Orange Democratic Movement and has the mandate to approve major party decisions, including leadership changes.
Global Affairs
Middle East crisis: Maersk halts all vessel transit through Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic waterway through which passes nearly a quarter of the world's seaborne oil supplies, and a significant amount of cargo to and from Gulf ports.
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Inside the final flight of 5Y-DSB that killed MP Johana Nge'no
The aircraft, previously known as the Eurocopter AS350 B3e, belongs to the Ecureuil family, a series recognised across the world for its strength and flexibility in different environments.
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Pope Leo urges dialogue after killing of Iran’s supreme leader sparks regional crisis
With fears of a wider regional war rising, the Pope urged leaders to halt the cycle of attacks and return to talks before the crisis spirals beyond control.
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CS Chirchir reveals final flight path of helicopter that killed MP Ngeno
CS Chirchir said the Ministry of Transport, through the Air Accident Investigations Department, has launched a probe to determine what led to the crash. Investigators are already at the scene examining the wreckage and gathering key evidence to piece together the aircraft’s final moments.
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PS Omollo backs peaceful campaigns as ID registration continues
The PS noted that earlier discussions with local opinion shapers and leaders in Masara had resulted in a consensus that every candidate, regardless of the position they are seeking, should be allowed to present their agenda to residents without interference.
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Nairobi Water unveils Sh2.57 billion smart meter plan
The modernisation programme includes an artificial intelligence-driven leak detection component valued at Sh120 million.
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Iran forms transitional council after Khamenei killing
Arafi, 67, is a cleric and member of the powerful Guardian Council, the constitutional watchdog that will later be involved in the selection of the next supreme leader. His appointment to the temporary council was approved by the Expediency Council, an influential arbitration institution.
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Iran strikes Gulf airports and ports, killing one, injuring 11 amid US-Israel offensive
Countries hosting US military bases have reported intercepting missiles. Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait confirmed they had intercepted missiles aimed at their territories, though falling debris has caused widespread damage in some areas.
Education and Career
MPs seek Sh284 billion boost to address education shortfalls
Secondary schools also require extra funding. Senior secondary schools need Sh78.4 billion to fund 3.5 million learners at Sh22,244 per student, yet Sh54.8 billion has been set aside, leaving a shortfall of Sh23.5 billion.
Education and Career
Ruto launches Sh45 billion plan to solarize 3,200 schools across Kenya
The President described the programme as “significant and consequential,” saying it will reduce schools’ dependence on firewood and other non-renewable energy sources for lighting, cooking, and other daily needs.
Global Affairs
Mixed reactions in Iran after Khamenei killed in US and Israel strikes
Iranian state television said Khamenei was killed in his office during the strikes. The government announced 40 days of mourning for the hardline cleric, who had ruled the country for 37 years.
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Kenya warns citizens on Middle East tensions, advises vigilance
The advisory comes after Israeli and US forces launched attacks on Iran on Saturday morning, prompting retaliatory strikes by Iran targeting Israel and US military bases in Gulf countries.
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National Assembly begins burial arrangements for Ng’eno after Nandi crash
Another team was deployed to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret, where Ng’eno’s body is being preserved after it was airlifted from the crash site. The officials are overseeing the transfer of his remains to Lee Funeral Home in Nairobi.