Technology
Elon Musk to build own AI chips with help of Optimus robots
Terafab, a manufacturing facility based near Austin, Texas, intends to bring logic, memory and advanced packaging under one roof.
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News
81 killed in floods caused by heavy rainfall - NPS
In a statement on March 22, 2026, the National Police Service says the Eastern region has recorded 21 fatalities, while the Coast region has reported a total of five.
News
DCI begins probe over missing Raphael Tuju
In an update on the matter, the DCI said Tuju was reported missing by his family on Sunday, March 22, 2026. His motor vehicle was discovered abandoned along Miotoni Lane with its hazard lights on.
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Kericho's Makaburini Cemetery mystery deepens as DCI takes over probe
In a statement released on March 22, 2026, the DCI says preliminary findings indicate that thirteen unclaimed bodies were officially released from Nyamira County Referral Hospital and transported to Kericho for burial on the morning of March 20, 2026.
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Oburu Oginga urges transparent probe into Raphael Tuju’s disappearance
In a statement on Sunday, Oburu said he had been “informed of the emerging issues surrounding Hon. Raphael Tuju” and had “urgently called upon the government, through the relevant investigative bodies, to look into this matter with transparency.”
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Kisumu police recover modified G3 rifle tied to violent robberies
According to police, the operation was launched after “credible information from a wary and responsible citizen” pointed to a breakthrough in tracing a missing G3 FMP rifle linked to criminal activity in the region.
Global Affairs
Middle East conflict near nuclear sites poses serious public health risk - WHO
In a statement issued on March 22, 2026, the World Health Organization chief said the escalation raises serious concerns about public health and environmental safety, particularly after reports that strikes hit the Natanz Enrichment Complex in Iran and the Israeli city of Dimona, where a nuclear facility is located.
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Kenya grants amnesty to citizens recruited in Russia military operations
As part of the agreement, Kenya’s embassy in Moscow has been granted consular access to nationals in hospitals and civilian facilities to support the repatriation of the injured and facilitate “the dignified return of the remains of those who have lost their lives.”
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Primary schools in Emurua Dikirr to close for UDA nominations - PS Bitok
Bitok said on Saturday that the decision affects primary schools in the constituency that will be used as polling and tallying centres during the party primaries.
Global Affairs
ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan cleared of sexual misconduct by three-judge panel
A report by Middle East Eye published on Saturday said a panel of three judges submitted a confidential report to the court’s oversight body, the Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP), on March 9.
Global Affairs
Sudan: Over 60 killed in strike on hospital, WHO says
The dead from Friday's attack include 13 children, medical staff and multiple patients, WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Saturday night.
News
Editors Guild demands probe into assault of journalists in Cherangany
The Kenya Editors Guild has condemned the assault of two journalists covering a UDA meeting in Cherangany, urging a thorough police probe and warning the attack undermines press freedom and accountability.
Global Affairs
Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran power plants if Hormuz stays shut
The threats come as the Strait of Hormuz, a vital conduit for around a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies, remains effectively closed, sending European gas prices surging as much as 35% last week.
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Nairobi police kill suspected robber, launch manhunt for two others
In a statement by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the suspects, reportedly armed with a pistol and crude weapons, had been robbing members of the public in the Makaburini area before attacking officers on patrol, prompting a shootout in which one was killed and two escaped with injuries.
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Police probe alleged mass grave at Kericho’s Makaburini Cemetery
According to a statement issued on Sunday, officers moved swiftly to secure the site after the claims emerged, as authorities work to verify the reports and establish the facts surrounding the incident.
Global Affairs
National blackout hits Cuba for second time in a week
Cuba's energy ministry said "a total disconnection of the National Electrical System has occurred", in a statement posted on social media. "Protocols for restoration are already beginning to be implemented."
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Ruto appoints Catherine Mutua as Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority chair
The appointment, made through a gazette notice, takes effect from March 19, 2026, and will run for a period of three years, placing Mutua at the helm of the authority’s board to guide development initiatives within the Tana and Athi river basins.
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KeNHA warns of flooding on Molo River, urges caution
KeNHA, in a statement dated March 21, 2026, said the floods have rendered the affected section unsafe for motorable traffic.
Global Affairs
Robert Mueller, ex-FBI chief who led Trump-Russia investigation, dies at 81
Mueller previously led the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) from 2001 to 2013, taking the office just days before the 11 September 2001 terror attacks. He is credited with reshaping the FBI into a modern counterterrorism agency.
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15 Kenyans evacuated from Iran as Middle East conflict continues - PS Njogu
Kenyan nationals in the affected areas have been advised to strictly follow guidance issued by Kenyan embassies, host governments and official communication channels.
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Emurua Dikirr parliamentary seat declared vacant following MP Johana Ng’eno’s death
The IEBC has already set May 14, 2026 as the date to conduct the by-election to replace Johanna Ng’eno, who died in a helicopter crash in Nandi.
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Mudavadi assures Karura Forest protection amid NYS construction concerns
Public anxiety had grown after images circulated online showing felled trees and construction activity in parts of Karura, prompting speculation about possible encroachment or plans to privatise sections of the forest.
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KCAA assures uninterrupted air services amid labour talks with aviation workers
KCAA said issues that had prompted a strike notice by the Kenya Aviation Workers’ Union (KAWU) were being addressed through ongoing engagements, with significant progress already achieved.
Politics
Kindiki: Wacha haraka, I’ve been in office for less than two years
On security, Kindiki warned that the government is preparing a firm response to bandit attacks in parts of Meru, especially in Nyambene.
Politics
Yako ni Red Card: Gachagua tells Ruto he's headed home in 2027
The remarks come shortly after President Ruto publicly declared his readiness for the next election cycle while on a four-day development tour in the Nyanza region. During his engagements, he embraced the youth-driven “Niko Kadi” message, which encourages voter registration and participation among young people.
Global Affairs
Global leaders condemn Iran over Strait of Hormuz disruptions, urge immediate de-escalation
The coalition accused Iran of carrying out attacks on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf and targeting civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas installations, while also enforcing what it described as a “de facto closure” of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
News
KeNHA warns motorists after flooding cuts off Kipsonoi River Bridge along Kaplong–Kisii road
The advisory comes amid ongoing heavy rains in several parts of the country, which have led to localised flooding and infrastructure challenges.
Crime
Suspected gang leader gunned down as police hunt four in Meru
According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the incident happened at around 2am in the Shauri Yako area of Linjoka sub-location, when a joint patrol team from Laare Police Station came across a group of five men they said were behaving suspiciously.
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Kindiki declares all-out war on bandits in Meru County
The Second in Command revealed that specialised teams from the police service will be supported by the Kenya Defence Forces and will conduct a comprehensive security operation against the bandits.
Global Affairs
COMESA warns against anti-competitive practices amid Middle East crisis
Mwemba emphasised that the CCCC is particularly concerned that some market operators may take advantage of the crisis to engage in anti-competitive conduct and unfair trade practices, including excessive pricing, collusion, hoarding and price gouging.