- Eng. Luka Kipchumba Kimeli has been appointed Director General of KENHA, following a recruitment process in line with Kenya Roads Act 2007.
- Former President Uhuru Kenyatta attends Ash Wednesday service in Nyali, Mombasa, and extends warm wishes to Muslims for a blessed Ramadan.
- Kenya begins rollout of Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly injectable HIV prevention drug to protect HIV-negative individuals.
- Kenya receives 21,000 Lenacapavir doses for HIV prevention, with rollout set for 15 high-burden counties starting March 2026.
- Evurore and Muminji head to by-elections on February 26 as IEBC calls for peaceful voting and heightened security ahead of the crucial polls.
- National Government and Nairobi County launch Sh80B programme for roads, water, sanitation, lighting, and security to modernise the city.
- Willis Onyango Wasonga pleads not guilty in Nairobi court over a USD 217,900 fake gold deal; investigations into money laundering continue.
- Kenya launches the National Carbon Registry to boost transparency, carbon credit integrity, and the green economy.
- DCI, in collaboration with international partners, investigates a Russian national who secretly recorded intimate sessions with Kenyan women.
- Ruto directs CS Murkomen to develop Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit in 60 days to enhance safety for residents, visitors, and investors.
- Ruto signs cooperation deal with Nairobi County Government, pledging Sh80 billion for infrastructure, safety, and urban development.
- Ruto says the national government will support Nairobi’s roads, bridges, drainage, water, housing, and street lighting.
- Kenya proposes the National Infrastructure Fund to finance roads, rail, energy, and water projects and reduce public debt.
- Kenya’s NIRU celebrates its inaugural graduation, producing Africa’s first cohort of intelligence professionals trained in security..
- Sifuna warns against unconstitutional transfer of county functions as Sakaja prepares State House signing ceremony with William Ruto.
- KNEC invites qualified teachers to apply for 2026 examiner training for KJSEA, KCSE, and Teacher Education assessments. Apply online now.
- Musalia Mudavadi and Egypt’s Badr Abdelatty meet in Nairobi to advance the Kenya-Egypt strategic partnership in trade and infrastructure.
- Ex-Kenya Tourism Federation chairperson Hersi urges Ruto to resolve the air traffic controllers’ strike, warning of damage to tourism.
- State House has exceeded its Sh7.7bn annual budget, spending Sh10.4bn by January 2026 amid rising political meetings and operational costs.
- New Geriley borehole provides clean water to 3,500 households in Wajir, easing drought and promoting peace in borderlands.
- IEBC partners with the Immigration Department to introduce real-time ID validation via IPRS, enhancing accuracy and integrity of register.
- Vincent Ayomo, 28, was shot dead during Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s rally in Kitengela. Opposition calls for justice and accountability.
- Kenya launches a whole‑government response after a Russian national secretly recorded and circulated intimate videos of Kenyan women online.
- Rigathi Gachagua questions IG Douglas Kanja after he failed to attend a meeting on the ACK Witima church attack and police accountability.
- Opposition leaders, led by Rigathi Gachagua, vow to return after IG Kanja fails to update them on the ACK Witima church attack investigation.
- Ministries of Health and Education form a task force to reform health training programmes, ensuring workforce skills meet healthcare needs.
- Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka accuses IG Kanja of ignoring a scheduled meeting on the ACK Witima church attack as police probe continue.
- Parliament invites stakeholders to submit memoranda on the 2026 Budget Policy Statement and Medium-Term Debt Management Strategy.
- Kenya fast-tracks reforms, passing key laws and enhancing oversight to meet FATF standards and restore confidence in its financial system.
- Lamu County stakeholders develop a 5-year action plan and restructure forums to strengthen community resilience against violent extremism.
- ODM factions hold rival rallies in Mombasa and Kitengela as Junet Mohamed insists the party remains strong despite growing divisions.
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki vows to retain his seat despite ODM eyeing the role ahead of 2027 power-sharing talks.
- The Opposition is demanding a status update from the Inspector General after previously meeting him over the Nyeri church tear-gas incident.
- Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna vows to sustain criticism of Ruto government, citing weak leadership and threats to public services.
- President Ruto urges global health reforms, equitable financing and stronger African systems at AU forum, citing COVID-19 vaccine inequities.
- Health CS Duale announces tough legal action and new biometric, AI safeguards after SHA fraud at Mbagathi Hospital. Sh11b in claims blocked.
- Police are calling on victims and witnesses to record statements following the violent disruption at ACK Church Othaya by police and goons.
- Ghana requests extradition of a Russian blogger accused of secretly filming women and sharing videos online under Cybersecurity Act 2020.
- A peaceful Kitengela rally led by Edwin Sifuna was disrupted when police deployed tear gas, forcing thousands of supporters to disperse.
- Thousands of Kenyans flocked to Kitengela for a high-profile ODM rally led by Edwin Sifuna, Orengo, with supporters chanting “Ruto Must Go”.
- Ghana requests extradition of a Russian blogger accused of secretly filming sexual encounters with women and sharing videos online.
- Senator Edwin Sifuna thanks Kenyans for their support amid ODM leadership disputes and pledges to continue defending citizens’ interests.
- The Kenya Forest Service carries out aerial monitoring over Mau Forest Complex to assess fire threats and detect illegal activities.
- Kenyans in Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan to register with the Embassy after reports of fraudulent job offers and withheld passports.
- The Kenyan government warns nationals against unverified job offers in Russia and Belarus after reports of coerced military enlistment.
- Officers from National Police Service in Dagoretti South shared lunch, flowers, and encouragement with local children this Valentine’s Day.
- The UK, Sweden, France, Germany, and the Netherlands confirm that Alexei Navalny was poisoned with a lethal toxin by Russia.
- African Union elects Burundi’s Évariste Ndayishimiye as 2026 Chair as leaders at the 39th AU Summit in Addis Ababa prioritise water security.
- Russian man sparks outrage in Ghana after secretly recording women and sharing videos online, raising concerns over privacy and exploitation.
- Kenya announces measures to tackle Port of Mombasa congestion and cargo delays, aiming to support growing trade volumes.
