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15 May 2026 - DCI detectives arrested two suspects and seized cannabis and packaging equipment during a narcotics raid at a garage in Ruaka.

15 May 2026 - Former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi is mourning the death of his last-born daughter, Anita Kendi Murungi.

15 May 2026 - Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has arrived in Azerbaijan ahead of World Urban Forum 13 focused on housing and sustainable urban development.

15 May 2026 - Kenyan TikTok creator ValErry is mourning the death of her mother just days after sharing an emotional Mother’s Day celebration video

15 May 2026 - Former Mathioya MP Francis Githiari has been arrested over allegations of defrauding a couple Sh.6.4 million in a land deal in Ngong.

15 May 2026 - Former KRA Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga told MPs his departure from the tax agency followed contract provisions, not dismissal.

15 May 2026 - Keter secured 18,266 votes to decisively defeat Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) candidate Vincent Kibet Rotich, who garnered 10,760 votes.

14 May 2026 - EPRA has increased petrol and diesel prices in Kenya, pushing fuel costs to record highs amid rising global oil prices.

14 May 2026 - AU-IBAR has challenged African countries to improve animal health data systems to strengthen disease surveillance and livestock planning.

14 May 2026 - IJM Kenya has welcomed the 20-year sentence in the murder case of Farida Kadzo Changawa while condemning rising violence in Kilifi.

14 May 2026 - Saleh Mamman, 68, was found guilty on 12 counts, including using private firms to channel funds linked to government-financed power projects.

14 May 2026 - The poll placed Ruto ahead with 24 per cent support, followed by Kalonzo Musyoka at 19 per cent and Fred Matiang’i at 14 per cent.

14 May 2026 - A new TIFA poll shows growing support for DCP as UDA and ODM record declining backing amid shifting political dynamics in Kenya.

14 May 2026 - Presidents Trump and Xi Jinping agreed the Strait of Hormuz must remain open as Middle East tensions continue to disrupt global energy flows.

14 May 2026 - Heavily armed police raided contractor Desmond Shivachi's home before summoning him for questioning in an alleged organised crime probe linked to…

14 May 2026 - Prof Gitau replaces Prof Margaret Hutchinson, who acted as VC since August 2024 after Prof Stephen Kiama’s suspension and exit in 2025.

14 May 2026 - PCPB trained coffee farmers in Kirinyaga on safe pesticide use, pest management and sustainable farming during the Nyeri Coffee Expo.

14 May 2026 - The Law Society of Kenya has called for urgent national action following rising cases of femicide and gender-based violence across the country.

14 May 2026 - Lilian Ng'ang'a has opened up about embracing her legacy as the former First Lady of Machakos County, admitting she once felt ashamed

14 May 2026 - Mbadi says all education funds have been disbursed and KNEC examiners should direct payment concerns to the Education Ministry, not Treasury.

14 May 2026 - Government says preparations for the 2026 Madaraka Day celebrations in Wajir are 84pc complete ahead of the June 1 national event.

14 May 2026 - US State Department warns passport applicants against using AI or filters on photos, saying altered images will be rejected.

14 May 2026 - TSC says 30,000 teachers will be promoted this year, below Ruto’s 50,000 pledge, despite a Sh2 billion budget increase.

14 May 2026 - Environment Court finds Kenya Railways officials guilty of contempt over Wamatangi-linked demolitions despite court orders.

14 May 2026 - KWS has launched the 10th Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme aimed at forest restoration, tree planting and ecosystem protection.

14 May 2026 - The pressure on airlines has intensified following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz during the conflict involving Iran.

14 May 2026 - Chinese President Xi Jinping warned Donald Trump that mishandling Taiwan could push US-China relations into dangerous conflict.

14 May 2026 - China has received the first Kenyan exports under its zero-tariff policy, including avocados, avocado oil, coffee and green beans.

14 May 2026 - Three suspects have been arrested over a Sh5.2 million fraud scheme targeting the Public Trustee Estates Account under the AG’s office.

14 May 2026 - Iranians facing a prolonged wartime internet blackout are criticising a paid “Pro Internet” system that grants limited online access to select users.

14 May 2026 - U.S. and Moroccan forces recovered the body of Spc. Mariyah Collington after a large-scale search operation.

14 May 2026 - President Ruto says Kenya will deepen collaboration with the International Vaccine Institute on research, manufacturing and clinical trials.

14 May 2026 - IEBC has urged voters to turn out for by-elections in Emurua Dikirr, Porro Ward and Endo Ward as polling stations open from 6am to 5pm.

14 May 2026 - State House Comptroller has asked Parliament for Sh20bn for 2026/27, citing a Sh7 billion shortfall from Treasury's Sh 13 billion allocation.

14 May 2026 - Kenyan comedian and content creator Flaqo has revealed his new studio project currently under construction, exciting fans online.

14 May 2026 - The government plans to pay 110,000 village elders a Sh3,000 monthly stipend under a new proposal before Parliament.

14 May 2026 - LinkedIn plans to cut about 5pc of its global workforce as tech firms deepen restructuring despite rising revenues and AI expansion.

14 May 2026 - Activist Boniface Mwangi has accused courts and the ODPP of enabling the criminalisation of constitutionally protected protests during the Africa…

13 May 2026 - Allan Thigo has been cremated at the Hindu crematorium in Kisumu in a ceremony attended by family members and a section of Gor Mahia fans.

13 May 2026 - Türkiye has donated computers and office equipment to Kenya’s DCI Anti-Narcotics Unit, boosting efforts to fight drug trafficking

13 May 2026 - President William Ruto has unveiled Justice Njoki Ndung’u’s bid for election as a judge of the International Criminal Court for 2027-2036.

13 May 2026 - Inspector General Douglas Kanja has called for the fast-tracking of the National Police Service Hospital at Mbagathi.

13 May 2026 - The Green Belt Movement has opposed proposed changes to Kenya’s forest law, warning they could open public forests to roads and commercial projects.

13 May 2026 - A Nairobi City Water artisan was charged with fraudulently earning Sh 5.9 million using a forged KCSE certificate from 1997.

13 May 2026 - IEBC has warned voters against taking photos or recording videos inside polling booths ahead of upcoming by-elections in Kenya.

13 May 2026 - Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses sold 7 million pairs, amid privacy concerns over secret recordings, lawsuits, and possible facial recognition.

13 May 2026 - Foreign language training in TVET institutions aims to prepare Kenyan youth for global jobs, including 50,000 opportunities in Germany.

13 May 2026 - Kenyan singer Arrow Bwoy will face Ugandan socialite and boxer Shakib Cham at Vurugu 2.0 on June 20, 2026, at Nairobi’s Sarit Expo Centre.

13 May 2026 - Ghana has approved the evacuation of 300 citizens from South Africa following renewed protests and fears over xenophobic violence.

13 May 2026 - UN Secretary-General António Guterres has backed President Ruto’s call for permanent African representation at the UN Security Council.