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19 Mar 2026 - One worker dies in Westlands building collapse as another incident in Kericho raises concerns over construction safety and enforcement gaps.

19 Mar 2026 - Arab and Islamic foreign ministers condemn Iranian attacks, call for immediate halt and respect for sovereignty in joint Riyadh statement.

19 Mar 2026 - Kenya engages the US Nuclear Energy Institute to advance plans for up to 2,000MW nuclear power by 2034, boosting clean baseload energy.

19 Mar 2026 - Discover the top health benefits of dates, from boosting energy and digestion to improving skin and heart health.

19 Mar 2026 - Doctors’ union reports progress on Sh330 million salary adjustments, rejects overpayment claims, and pushes for full implementation by counties.

19 Mar 2026 - Kenya records first rise in kerosene consumption in eight years, driven by power generation demand, not household use.

19 Mar 2026 - Court convicts Somali national for terror recruitment and radicalisation of a minor linked to Al-Shabaab, with sentencing set for April.

19 Mar 2026 - The National Youth Service has postponed its March 20 recruitment exercise to March 21 following the Idd-ul-Fitr public holiday.

19 Mar 2026 - Kenya restarts stalled SGR extension using revenue securitisation, reviving a key rail project after years of delays linked to reduced Chinese…

19 Mar 2026 - Kenya Airports Authority engages MPs to advance disability inclusion in airports, integrating accessibility into infrastructure and future expansions.

19 Mar 2026 - Donald Trump denies U.S. involvement in Israel’s strike on Iran, warning Tehran against further attacks on global energy infrastructure.

19 Mar 2026 - Donald Trump denies U.S. involvement in Israel’s strike on Iran, warning Tehran against further attacks on global energy infrastructure.

19 Mar 2026 - Kenya’s public universities face a Sh100 billion debt crisis, with HELB shortfalls and stalled projects threatening student funding and operations.

19 Mar 2026 - Lamu Port records rising vessel traffic and cargo volumes, boosting its position as a key regional transshipment hub for global shipping lines.

19 Mar 2026 - PAC warns delays in submitting State records are driving audit queries after billions in spending lacked proper documentation, raising accountability…

19 Mar 2026 - Two workers are trapped after a building collapsed in Westlands, Nairobi, as rescue teams race against time to save them.

19 Mar 2026 - Isuzu East Africa ends its 50-year partnership with Associated Motors, reshaping its Kenya dealer network as customers shift to new dealers.

18 Mar 2026 - President William Ruto met top Chinese executives ahead of the SGR launch to Malaba, discussing trade, logistics, and regional connectivity.

18 Mar 2026 - Kenya demonstrates its modern, technology-driven border management systems at the Passenger Terminal Expo & Conference 2026 in London.

18 Mar 2026 - The Port of Lamu anticipates a spike in vessel calls, boosting regional trade and attracting more shipping lines.

18 Mar 2026 - Uganda celebrates the return of rhinos to the wild after 40 years, marking a major victory for conservation and biodiversity in the region.

18 Mar 2026 - The Forestry Law Enforcement Academy in Londiani launches a paramilitary training program for Nyamira and Nyeri county enforcement officers.

18 Mar 2026 - Professor Makau Mutua warns that the Wantam slogan, used against President William Ruto, could constitute coded hate speech.

18 Mar 2026 - Kenya plans to equip all 46 women prisons with daycare centres to improve welfare of children living with incarcerated mothers.

18 Mar 2026 - Kenya warns of heavy rainfall from March 19–24, with flood risks rising as downpours exceed 20mm in 24 hours across several regions.

18 Mar 2026 - Kenya warns of export disruptions due to Middle East conflict, with rising costs and delays forcing urgent market diversification efforts.

18 Mar 2026 - World Bank bans PwC Kenya and Rwanda for 21 months over collusion in a Sh149.8bn cross-border power project tender in East Africa.

18 Mar 2026 - Court orders EACC to return Governor Natembeya’s seized property within 10 days, citing lack of stay on High Court ruling that quashed case.

18 Mar 2026 - Judiciary explains ruling in Raphael Tuju case, citing res judicata and prior judgments as it dismisses injunction bid over disputed properties.

18 Mar 2026 - WFP warns food insecurity is worsening in Kenya, with up to 3.7 million people facing crisis levels amid drought and reduced aid.

18 Mar 2026 - Court sentences two men to death for robbery with violence in Maua, Meru County, after prosecution proves case beyond reasonable doubt.

18 Mar 2026 - Kisumu and LREB counties launch FAO-led TUNZA project to boost climate-smart agriculture, targeting 573,000 beneficiaries and strengthening food…

18 Mar 2026 - India braces for cheaper semaglutide drugs as patent expires, opening market to generics and expanding access to diabetes and weight-loss treatment.

18 Mar 2026 - NTSA reviews speed limits and proposes new traffic fine system after High Court suspends instant fines in Kenya.

18 Mar 2026 - DPP charges Kericho man with murdering his 100-year-old mother, with court denying bond as case proceeds to pre-trial hearing in May.

18 Mar 2026 - Employment Court suspends PSC directive setting lecturers’ retirement age at 70, citing legal challenge by UASU over labour rights and CBA violations.

18 Mar 2026 - Busia Governor Paul Otuoma faces Sh100 million lawsuit over alleged assault and intimidation of a boda boda rider.

18 Mar 2026 - HELB invites civil servants to apply for training loans at 4pc interest, supporting studies from up to a PhD with easy repayment terms.

18 Mar 2026 - KRA’s viral social media replies spark debate on its digital strategy as the tax authority intensifies enforcement on nil return filers.

18 Mar 2026 - Parliament opposes Prime CS Mudavadi’s Sh280 million office refurbishment plan, citing budgetary discipline.

18 Mar 2026 - EACC arrests a Mombasa court assistant for allegedly taking a KSh10,000 bribe to interfere with a case. Suspect released on Sh20,000 bail.

18 Mar 2026 - OECD review urges Kenya to boost Competition Authority funding, enforcement, and independence to strengthen anti-monopoly regulation.

18 Mar 2026 - OECD review urges Kenya to boost Competition Authority funding, enforcement, and independence to strengthen anti-monopoly regulation.

18 Mar 2026 - DCI arrests suspected serial robber in Kisumu and recovers a G3 rifle linked to a police post raid and multiple robberies

18 Mar 2026 - Equity Group reports record Sh75.5bn profit in FY2025, driven by regional growth, digital expansion, and strong subsidiary performance.

18 Mar 2026 - Tiaty MP William Kamket and Data Commissioner Immaculate Kassait mourn the passing of their 13-year-old son, Bill Ballot, as family and colleagues…

18 Mar 2026 - Kenya Forest Service and Friends of Karura CFA collaborate to ensure sustainable management of Karura Forest, supporting conservation.

18 Mar 2026 - Treasury directs PSs to identify idle land, value assets, and pursue leasing, PPPs, and concessions to boost efficiency and cut wastage.

18 Mar 2026 - UK defence chief visits Kenya for talks with KDF leadership, focusing on joint training, counter-terrorism, and strengthening cooperation.

18 Mar 2026 - Safaricom rolls out M-Pesa data minimisation feature masking phone numbers to enhance privacy, with CBK approval effective March 24.