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29 May 2026 - Lawyer Abdullahi has criticized Interior PS Omollo, accusing him of focusing on roads and stadiums instead of addressing rising insecurity.

29 May 2026 - DCI has arrested eight students over a suspected arson attack linked to the deadly Utumishi Girls School fire that killed 16 learners.

29 May 2026 - First Lady Janet Museveni is among ministers retaining their positions, alongside VP Jessica Alupo and Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja.

29 May 2026 - An American national charged with being in Kenya illegally has complained in court about being served ugali and cabbage in custody.

29 May 2026 - EACC has arrested a Kenya Power technician over allegations of soliciting and receiving a Sh30,000 bribe to reconnect electricity.

29 May 2026 - The notice claimed African nationals in Cambodia who failed to leave by May 31 would face arrest, two years in jail, and an $8,000 fine.

29 May 2026 - Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi says fuel supply remains stable and defended the G2G framework amid global energy market volatility.

29 May 2026 - Gachagua has praised the High Court for stopping the planned establishment of an Ebola centre, accusing the government of recklessness.

29 May 2026 - President William Ruto has signed three new bills into law covering disaster management, forestry reforms and equitable development funding.

29 May 2026 - FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Gor Mahia after winning the FKF Premier League title in Kenya.

29 May 2026 - US has pledged Sh1.7 billion ($13.5 million) to support Kenya's Ebola preparedness efforts following talks betwee Rubio and President Ruto.

29 May 2026 - Proposed US Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya faces backlash from doctors, lawyers and rights groups amid fears over public safety.

29 May 2026 - Ngunjiri Wambugu is seeking to block Jubilee Party leadership changes, accusing the Registrar of approving officials pending objection.

29 May 2026 - Jubilee Party has sued the government over alleged underfunding of the Political Parties Fund, seeking court orders to enforce the 0.3pc statutory…

29 May 2026 - Treasury CS John Mbadi defended the Sh4.78 trillion FY2026/27 budget before MPs as lawmakers raised concerns over revenue collection, SHA and pending…

29 May 2026 - President Ruto reassigns Kello Harsama as Petroleum PS following Mohamed Liban’s resignation, while Caroline Karugu takes acting ASALs role.

29 May 2026 - The three countries said the move is aimed at safeguarding citizens and the millions of visitors expected during the global tournament.

29 May 2026 - Grace Ekirapa has revealed how some church members judged and sidelined her after her divorce while she continued serving in ministry.

28 May 2026 - Murang’a County fire teams are battling a fire at Gacarage Secondary School in Kandara Ruchu as Governor Irungu Kang’ata confirms.

28 May 2026 - A proposed US Ebola quarantine facility for Americans exposed to the virus will reportedly be established at Laikipia Air Base.

28 May 2026 - President Ruto has formed a National Ebola Response Committee to coordinate Kenya’s preparedness and response efforts.

28 May 2026 - Ruto says Kenya has intensified Ebola surveillance at 26 entry points, screened over 58,000 travellers and established 17 isolation centres.

28 May 2026 - Kenya has approved a US plan to establish an Ebola quarantine facility for exposed Americans as Washington commits billions of shillings.

28 May 2026 - Katiba Institute has filed an urgent court petition challenging the proposed US-backed Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya.

28 May 2026 - KMPDU has demanded transparency from the government over reports of a proposed US-backed Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya.

28 May 2026 - The United States has announced more than Sh14.5 billion in emergency funding to combat the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda.

28 May 2026 - Family of slain gospel singer Rachel Wandeto was forced to symbolically bury a banana stem following a dispute over her final resting place.

28 May 2026 - US-based Kenyan nurse and content creator Nurse Judy says she plans to relocate to Tanzania to reunite with her husband and children

28 May 2026 - US-based Kenyan content creators Baba Jimmy and Mama Jimmy have announced the heartbreaking loss of their unborn child.

28 May 2026 - President William Ruto says his 2022 campaign promises were genuine commitments aimed at transforming Kenya, not winning votes.

28 May 2026 - Ciggie Johnson has accused socialites and influencer culture of misleading young women into chasing dangerous luxury lifestyles.

28 May 2026 - DCP has demanded Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen’s resignation following the Utumishi Academy fire that killed at least 16 girls.

28 May 2026 - President William Ruto has directed the Treasury to prepare proposals to remove PAYE tax for workers earning Sh30,000 and below.

28 May 2026 - NTSA says motorists charged with minor traffic offences can now pay fines without court appearances under a new system starting June 1.

28 May 2026 - The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has warned Kenyans against using a falsified batch of the cancer drug Phesgo circulating in the market.

28 May 2026 - Ruto says his political future is in God’s hands, telling leaders at the National Prayer Breakfast that Kenya will move on peacefully.

28 May 2026 - Ruto says he did not pressure transport leaders to call off the matatu strike, insisting they were convinced by facts during talks.

28 May 2026 - Speaking at the national prayer breakfast, Ruto said his fate, including the possibility of a second term, rests in God’s hands.

28 May 2026 - CS Ogamba has ordered the closure of Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil as investigations continue into the dormitory fire that killed 16.

28 May 2026 - Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa has raised concerns over reports of a proposed US-backed Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya.

28 May 2026 - Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang’wa has raised concerns over reports of a proposed US-backed Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya.

28 May 2026 - CNN correspondent Larry Madowo has won the Human Rights Defender of the Year award for his coverage of Kenya’s Gen Z protests

28 May 2026 - Leaders at the National Prayer Breakfast in Nairobi call for forgiveness, reconciliation and unity ahead of Kenya’s next general election.

28 May 2026 - Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has mourned students killed in the Utumishi Girls Academy fire in Gilgil and called for swift investigations.

28 May 2026 - Interior CS Murkomen and Education CS Ogamba have appealed for patience as investigations continue into the deadly Utumishi Girls fire.

28 May 2026 - Trump administration has reportedly directed the US military to establish an Ebola quarantine facility in Central Kenya for Americans.

28 May 2026 - President William Ruto has expressed sorrow following Utumishi Girls Academy fire that left 16 students dead and at least 74 injured.

28 May 2026 - Amnesty International Kenya has appointed George Morara as Executive Director, effective June 2, 2026, following a competitive process.

28 May 2026 - United States Secretary Marco Rubio insisted the country cannot and will not allow any cases of Ebola to enter.

28 May 2026 - Ex-LSK President Faith has mourned students killed in the Utumishi Girls Academy fire in Gilgil and called for urgent investment fire safety.