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8 Apr 2026 - Ruto while speaking during the burial ceremony of Ol Karau MP insisted that he does not require permission to speak to Kenyans.

8 Apr 2026 - Rigathi Gachagua criticises William Ruto over ‘tribal’ remarks, warning of deepening Mt Kenya political divisions ahead of 2027 elections.

30 Mar 2026 - President Ruto and CSs Aden Duale, Davis Chirchir, and Eric Mugaa announce new board appointments across hospitals, councils, and state agencies.

30 Mar 2026 - NACADA seizes 810 litres of suspected illicit ethanol in Eldoret, arresting two suspects in a crackdown on illegal alcohol trade.

30 Mar 2026 - Kenya waives interest and penalties on Land Settlement Fund loans, giving beneficiaries a one-year window to repay principal amounts.

29 Mar 2026 - North Korea tests a high-thrust solid-fuel rocket engine, signaling advances in missile capability and raising global security concerns.

29 Mar 2026 - Several Lowland Starlets players injured after team bus overturns in Bomet while heading to Women NSL match against Bunyore Starlets.

29 Mar 2026 - Makemation, a Nigerian AI-themed coming-of-age film, spotlights African youth innovation and digital inclusion as it tours global screenings.

28 Mar 2026 - Gachagua tells President Ruto to stop interfering in his family affairs and focus on the economy, amid dispute over Nderitu's estate.

27 Mar 2026 - Miano praises Monica Juma as a trailblazer and transformative leader during her farewell dinner and UN appointment.

27 Mar 2026 - Flooding in Kenya has claimed 103 lives and displaced 2,795 people as of 27 March 2026. Authorities urge residents in flood-prone areas.

27 Mar 2026 - U.S. Treasury says Trump’s signature will appear on new banknotes, ending a 165-year tradition and debuting with redesigned $100 bills.

27 Mar 2026 - South African High Court sentences three farmers to life imprisonment for premeditated murder of farm dweller Dumisani Phakathi in Gauteng.

27 Mar 2026 - Iranian Embassy in Nairobi dismisses claims Strait of Hormuz conflict will raise Kenya fuel prices, calls reports propaganda amid rising geopolitical…

27 Mar 2026 - Kenya is urged to increase financial support for students pursuing conservation and tourism courses as rising enrolment.

27 Mar 2026 - NTSA withdraws its instant fines system after a High Court challenge, citing legal concerns and need for public awareness on traffic rules.

27 Mar 2026 - Communications Authority of Kenya moves to revoke Standard Group broadcasting licences, including KTN and Radio Maisha, over a Sh48.87m debt .

27 Mar 2026 - High Court orders scrutiny and recount of votes in Mbeere North by-election, including access to KIEMS data.

27 Mar 2026 - EACC arrests Kilifi County revenue officer Sylvia Karisa over a Sh435,000 bribery demand for construction approvals in Watamu.

27 Mar 2026 - Auditor-General report reveals 24 million excise stamps missing from KRA vault at Times Tower, exposing serious control weaknesses.

26 Mar 2026 - DPP Renson Ingonga hosts UNODC delegation under Global Maritime Crime Programme to strengthen legal frameworks.

26 Mar 2026 - Interior CS Murkomen declares parts of Laikipia, Meru and Isiolo security-disturbed, launching a major operation targeting banditry.

26 Mar 2026 - EACC arrests a man posing as an NIS officer in a Sh15 million fake tender scam in Vihiga. Suspect was caught receiving a bribe.

26 Mar 2026 - Nairobi Hospital board member Lekek Chebii resigns with immediate effect, citing personal reasons amid ongoing governance tensions.

26 Mar 2026 - DCI seeks 14-day detention of six suspects, including KDF officers, over an alleged plot to rob Major General Okumu as investigations continue.

26 Mar 2026 - EACC recovers Sh13 million from a former Nairobi City Council official linked to the Sh283 million cemetery land scandal.

26 Mar 2026 - Fuel shortages have disrupted Shell service stations across Kenya, with Vivo Energy Kenya citing increased demand as the cause.

26 Mar 2026 - DPP Renson Ingonga urges civic responsibility and national cohesion ahead of 2027 elections, citing constitutional values and need for active citizen…

26 Mar 2026 - Skyward Airlines will add a fuel surcharge to all ticket prices from April 1, citing rising global fuel costs and sustainability of service.

26 Mar 2026 - Zelensky says Ukraine is pursuing defence deals with Middle East countries to secure missiles, funding and expand drone technology.

26 Mar 2026 - Babu Owino launches initiative to help unfairly expelled university students return to class, sparking debate on discipline and justice.

26 Mar 2026 - One student killed and five injured in Laikipia University protests as IPOA probes police use of force and families demand justice.

26 Mar 2026 - High Court extends orders halting DPP removal regulations as PSC officials face contempt claims for allegedly defying court directives.

26 Mar 2026 - Kenyan insurers fined Sh80 million for failing to comply with IFRS 17 rules, exposing reporting delays, data gaps and system weaknesses.

26 Mar 2026 - Eliud Owalo unveils tax reform plan proposing lower income tax, reduced VAT and scrapping digital taxes ahead of Kenya’s 2027 race.

26 Mar 2026 - Teachers are forced to pay out of pocket for treatment as the SHA crisis deepens, due to funding gaps and delayed hospital reimbursements.

26 Mar 2026 - AU appoints former Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete as High Representative for Horn of Africa and Red Sea to advance peace.

26 Mar 2026 - Kenya and Italy explore Green Cities programme, carbon markets and waste management cooperation on Mau Forest and Rift Valley lakes.

26 Mar 2026 - Interior PS Raymond Omollo announces rollout of police body cameras, CCTV law changes and salary review as part of ongoing Police reforms.

26 Mar 2026 - Detectives foil robbery targeting senior military officer in Kitengela, arrest six suspects including KDF personnel as police recover weapons and…

25 Mar 2026 - Senate orders IG Kanja to produce Governor Sakaja over audit queries, imposes Sh500,000 fine and warns of unfitness motion for failure to appear.

25 Mar 2026 - KRA explains the airport screening process, lists restricted and prohibited items, and outlines duty-free limits.

25 Mar 2026 - President Ruto announces Kenya will build a 2,000MW nuclear power plant in Siaya by 2027 to boost energy capacity and support economic growth.

25 Mar 2026 - DCI arrests suspect and seizes suspected methanol along Nairobi–Thika Highway in intelligence-led operation targeting illicit chemical trafficking…

25 Mar 2026 - AMAC COMEX signs landmark deal with TGCU to give Ugandan farmers access to global markets, warehouse receipt systems, post-delivery financing, and…

25 Mar 2026 - Political analyst Herman Manyora charged with cheating over alleged Sh516,000 Nairobi Hospital tender deal; released on Sh2 million bond.

25 Mar 2026 - Gunshots reported in Kitale as youths protest over alleged non-payment after Kindiki event, raising concerns over police force and political…

25 Mar 2026 - High Court has awarded compensation to victims of protest violence in Kisumu, marking a landmark ruling on police accountability.

25 Mar 2026 - JOOTRH issues 21-day notice for 47 unclaimed bodies at Kisumu mortuary as KNH separately reports 480 unclaimed bodies awaiting identification.

25 Mar 2026 - OpenAI shuts down Sora video app months after launch, citing high costs, legal risks and strategic pivot toward enterprise AI and robotics.