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26 Jun 2026 - The eight students face murder charges over the dormitory blaze at the Gilgil-based school in May, which claimed 16 lives.

26 Jun 2026 - NGEC has condemned the degrading treatment of a person with disability during the June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests.

26 Jun 2026 - Gen Z Protests: The government has stepped up development projects and campaigning in Ol Kalou as UDA faces stiff competition from DCP.

26 Jun 2026 - Ex-DP Rigathi Gachagua says his appeal for Kenyans to stay away from the June 25 protests helped prevent deaths and destruction.

26 Jun 2026 - Nicolas Pepe scored twice as Ivory Coast beat Curacao 2-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup knockout stage for the first time.

26 Jun 2026 - Paris has banned public alcohol consumption and takeaway alcohol sales as a record heatwave doubles emergency responses.

26 Jun 2026 - Hospitals across Europe are under pressure as a record-breaking heatwave pushes temperatures above 40°C, with deaths rising.

26 Jun 2026 - 2 died after a fire-damaged building collapsed at Gikomba Market in Nairobi, triggering a major overnight rescue operation by emergency responders.

26 Jun 2026 - 2 died after a fire-damaged building collapsed at Gikomba Market in Nairobi, triggering a major overnight rescue operation by emergency responders.

26 Jun 2026 - Interior CS Murkomen dismisses Rigathi Gachagua's assassination claims as baseless, defends Deputy IG Eliud Lagat.

25 Jun 2026 - Civil society groups accuse police of unconstitutional roadblocks, arbitrary arrests and excessive force during June 25 Gen Z protests.

25 Jun 2026 - Kenya showcased its Public-Private Partnership agenda at a UN forum in Geneva, highlighting infrastructure financing, climate resilience and investor…

25 Jun 2026 - Interior CS Murkomen says 355 people were arrested during Gen Z anniversary protests, with Nairobi and Kajiado recording the highest numbers.

25 Jun 2026 - Pope Leo XIV says artificial intelligence is not morally neutral, urging ethical scrutiny of how AI systems are designed and their impact on society.

25 Jun 2026 - IEBC has launched a month-long enhanced voter registration exercise in five electoral areas ahead of upcoming by-elections and voter roll updates.

25 Jun 2026 - Kenya Space Agency and the European Space Agency have strengthened cooperation on space innovation, Earth observation and startup development through…

25 Jun 2026 - Kenyan streamer Vindee was forcefully arrested by plain-clothed officers while livestreaming June 25 anniversary protests in Nairobi

25 Jun 2026 - KNEC has opened registration for the 2026 KCSE Qualifying Test for learners without KCPE certificates seeking to sit the final KCSE examination in…

25 Jun 2026 - Venezuela's earthquake death toll has risen to 164, with 971 injured, as rescue teams intensify operations following twin powerful quakes.

25 Jun 2026 - Kenya has screened over 140,000 travellers and activated emergency response systems as authorities intensify preparedness against Ebola outbreaks in…

25 Jun 2026 - President Ruto says the Bomas of Kenya redevelopment will include a shopping mall, three hotels and a world-class convention centre.

25 Jun 2026 - Eligible Kenyan passport holders can now obtain a UAE visa on arrival if they hold valid residence permits from the US, EU and UK.

25 Jun 2026 - Siaya Governor James Orengo joined Gen Z memorial protests in Nairobi, riding a motorbike through the CBD as opposition leaders honoured victims of…

25 Jun 2026 - Learn what a sound blaster or Long Range Acoustic Device is, how it works, why police use it, and why it featured during Gen Z protest.

25 Jun 2026 - Police deployed a sound blaster vehicle to disperse leaders and protesters marching to Parliament during the June 25 commemorations.

25 Jun 2026 - Anini reflects on the June 25, 2024 protests, saying Kenya’s youth movement remains alive even after shifting her activism

25 Jun 2026 - The new market link will give global investors direct access to government securities, boosting liquidity and market depth in Kenya.

25 Jun 2026 - KHRC has accused police of violating a court order by mounting roadblocks on major roads into Nairobi ahead of June 25 protest memorials.

25 Jun 2026 - DIG Masengeli says roadblocks mounted across Nairobi aim at stopping criminals from infiltrating Gen Z memorial protests.

25 Jun 2026 - Mic Cheque Podcast hosts have explained why they would reject casual State House invitations, saying creatives have no business attending.

25 Jun 2026 - Makau Mutua has joined the escalating dispute between President William Ruto and Standard Group, accusing the media house of bias.

25 Jun 2026 - Health and Defence ministries review progress of the 2,000-bed MTRH Multi-Speciality Hospital in Eldoret ahead of its planned completion in early…

25 Jun 2026 - IMO has launched a mass evacuation plan for over 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Strait of Hormuz following a US-Iran peace agreement.

25 Jun 2026 - KNEC has opened Grade 10 learner registration for School-Based Assessments and directed schools to complete enrolment by July 30, 2026.

25 Jun 2026 - Ex NEDP Executive Director Daniel Onsomu is under arrest over a Sh2.05 million fraud case after he failed to attend court.

25 Jun 2026 - The New Development Bank has approved a US$1 billion loan for South Africa to modernise urban infrastructure and improve essential services.

25 Jun 2026 - Mudavadi and Philippine Ambassador Marie Charlotte Tang discussed seafarer training, diaspora management and blue economy cooperation.

25 Jun 2026 - Boniface Mwangi has shared a video showing lawyers delivering a June 25 protest notice to police, disputing claims that authorities were not informed.

25 Jun 2026 - Gachagua questions why the government has not stopped alleged criminal gangs ahead of the June 25 protests despite intelligence.

25 Jun 2026 - Boniface Mwangi says police received formal notice ahead of the June 25 anniversary marches, urging officers to protect protesters.

25 Jun 2026 - President Ruto escalates his public clash with Standard Group, accusing the media house of exploiting workers as the dispute over media coverage…

25 Jun 2026 - Brazil secured top spot in Group C while South Africa, Canada and Bosnia-Herzegovina reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time.

25 Jun 2026 - Venezuela declared a state of emergency after powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes caused widespread damage, building collapses and airport…

25 Jun 2026 - Police roadblocks on Thika Superhighway disrupted travel into Nairobi as authorities heightened security ahead of June 25 Gen Z memorial protests.

25 Jun 2026 - Embakasi East MP Babu Owino says he has assembled a team of advocates to provide free legal representation to any Gen Z protesters arrested during…

25 Jun 2026 - Police and GSU officers deployed heavily around Parliament as Kenya marks the June 25 Gen Z protest anniversary amid planned memorial demonstrations.

25 Jun 2026 - Heavy police presence extends beyond Parliament, with cops deployed along State House and key entry points into Nairobi's CBD.

25 Jun 2026 - Traffic was disrupted on Thika Superhighway after police mounted roadblocks leaving motorists and passengers stranded.

25 Jun 2026 - Motorists and commuters reported delays, diversions, and road closures on major routes leading into the CBD, forcing many to walk.

24 Jun 2026 - The Standard Group has defended its editorial independence after Ruto accused the media house of running an 'extortionist propaganda'.