Africa
Nigeria confirms Ebola case in Abuja as 44 contacts are traced
Nigeria's last Ebola outbreak occurred in 2014, when an infected traveller brought the virus into Lagos.
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Kenya confirms 9th Ebola case as contact tracing reaches 99.3%
In a statement issued on October 20, 2026, Health Director General Patrick Amoth said the 24-year-old man was confirmed positive on October 19 after falling ill while in quarantine.
Health and Wellness
Duale picks KMPDU Deputy SG for National Ebola response team
The Health CS confirmed the appointment in a letter dated Monday, October 19, 2026, explaining that the National Ebola Disease Taskforce was formed to provide strategic direction and oversee the country’s response to the outbreak.
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Ruto honours nurse who rushed to help victims of fatal Ng’eno crash
The nurse was recognised for her efforts to assist victims of the helicopter crash in Chepkiep, Mosop Constituency, where Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ng’eno and five others died.
News
Editors guild condemns arrest and assault of Citizen TV journalist Francis Odee
The editors’ lobby warned that the incident reflected what it described as a worrying trend of law enforcement officers targeting journalists covering matters of public interest.
Sports
PS Kiptoo: Govt targets better conditions for athletes ahead of AFCON 2027
Speaking at Kipchoge Keino Stadium on October 19, 2026, PS Kiptoo said the measures would be implemented under the government’s sports policy, with particular attention to areas that have produced some of Kenya’s most successful athletes.
Politics
Ruto: Why Kenya must not reverse the 2022 political transition
As competition builds ahead of the 2027 General Election, Ruto is positioning his government’s record as the basis on which Kenyans should determine whether his leadership should continue.
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Ruto honours CBK Governor Kamau Thugge for role in economic stability
The award recognises Thugge’s role in promoting economic stability and strengthening Kenya’s resilience. His official citation credits his leadership at the Central Bank with helping rebuild confidence in the banking sector and supporting sustainable economic growth.
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Kenyans urged to explore mediation before pursuing court cases
Speaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, the Deputy Registrar said many disputes could be resolved through mediation, negotiation and reconciliation without necessarily going through lengthy court proceedings
Technology
CS Kabogo plans cheap computer loans to help youth earn online
The proposed arrangement would extend the government's digital skills programme beyond training by giving graduates a way to acquire the tools needed to work independently from home.
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Para athletes Yegon and Njoroge feted during Mashujaa Day
Speaking to the Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK) in Nairobi, Ability Sport Kenya president Agnes Oluoch congratulated the two athletes, describing them as exceptional talents who had overcome challenges to excel in para sports.
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Maraga calls for electoral reforms, accountability ahead of 2027 polls
The UGM leader praised young people, particularly the Generation Z movement, for demanding accountability from political leaders and insisting on their constitutional right to participate directly in governance.
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Ruto proposes PAYE tax exemption for workers earning Sh32,333 or less
The proposal was intended to ease the financial burden on households struggling to meet daily expenses
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Ruto urges Kenyans to reject tribal politics, insists on results
The President maintained that political competition should focus on competing development agendas rather than ethnic loyalties, saying the government had sought to shift the national conversation towards economic transformation
Corridors of Justice
184 former Facebook moderators take Meta labour dispute to court
The petitioners accuse the companies of human trafficking, modern slavery, unfair labour practices, unlawful termination, union-busting and intentional infliction of mental health harm.
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Mashujaa Day: Abiy praises Safaricom for expanding M-Pesa services in Ethiopia
Safaricom launched its Ethiopian operations in 2022 through Safaricom Ethiopia, entering a market where state-owned Ethio Telecom had long held a dominant position.
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Ida Odinga praises Ruto amid Raila anniversary fallout
Beyond thanking the government and those who attended the memorial, Ida used her message to celebrate her husband’s contribution to the country and the values he championed throughout his political career.
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Ruto announces 50,000 new internship opportunities from January
The announcement comes amid persistent concerns about unemployment, underemployment and the availability of decent-paying jobs in Kenya, particularly for young people entering the labour market each year
News
Raila Odinga’s democratic legacy recognised as Kenya honours 264 heroes
Other notable figures on the list include veteran politician William Ole Ntimama, Senior Counsel Pheroze Nowrojee, former Chief Justice Willy Mutunga and diplomat Amina Mohammed.
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PM Abiy calls for stronger Kenya–Ethiopia trade and energy ties during Mashujaa Day
Ahmed said the two nations should build on their longstanding diplomatic relations to deliver shared prosperity, citing electricity transmission and telecommunications as examples of how cooperation can benefit their citizens
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Kindiki calls for lasting economic transformation as Kenya marks 63rd Mashujaa Day
The Deputy President cited reduced costs of farm inputs, support for dairy farmers, efforts to improve productivity in key cash crops and expanded healthcare coverage through the Social Health Authority (SHA) as areas where the government had pursued changes intended to improve living standards
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Governor Bii challenges North Rift to preserve fertile land for future generations
Speaking during the 2026 Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret on Tuesday, October 20, Bii urged communities to preserve fertile farmland even as the government pursues its affordable housing agenda, saying the country must balance the need for homes with the need to produce enough food
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Eldoret draws thousands as Kenya celebrates Mashujaa Day in style
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was also among the high-profile guests at the celebrations. He was welcomed by Mudavadi and Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, marking the participation of a regional leader in Kenya’s annual commemoration.
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New vaccine institute proposed to cut costs for livestock farmers
The Livestock Bill, 2026, proposes the establishment of the Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Institute (KVVI), which would replace the Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute (Kevevapi) and take on responsibility for manufacturing affordable vaccines.
Business
Etica Capital warns investors against fake website promising 17.55% returns
Etica urged Kenyans to verify investment platforms before transferring money, warning that the fraudulent website used several features intended to create an impression of legitimacy
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Ethiopia’s Abiy Ahmed joins Kenya’s Mashujaa day celebrations in Eldoret
Abiy’s attendance reaffirms the diplomatic relationship between Kenya and Ethiopia, two neighbouring countries that have pursued cooperation in regional security, trade, infrastructure and economic development
Business
Dubai overtakes London as top destination for JKIA travellers
Data from the KNBS shows that the number of passengers departing from JKIA for Middle Eastern destinations increased by 16 per cent to 151,295 in the first two months of the third quarter, up from 130,156 recorded during the same period last year.
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Wiper sets November 3 deadline for 2027 election aspirants
The party has directed all prospective candidates, including current elected leaders seeking to retain their seats or contest different positions, to submit applications through its online registration platform before the deadline
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Kalonzo calls for recognition of Gen Z protesters on Mashujaa day
In his message on Tuesday, Kalonzo paid tribute to the young people who took to the streets carrying Kenyan flags and using their phones to document events, as they demanded accountability and opposed the Finance Bill 2024
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Civil rights advocate urges Kenyans to honour journalists, Gen Z activists on Mashujaa Day
Speaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, Mulamba said national celebrations had traditionally focused on political leaders and freedom fighters, overlooking professionals and citizens whose work contributes to national development and the protection of civil liberties