Kenya

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:16:17 GMT
Ruto Calls for End to 'Ethnic Arithmetic'
[Nile Post] Kenyan President William Ruto has called for a decisive shift away from what he described as "ethnic arithmetic," declaring it an outdated and divisive approach to politics, as the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) formally launched prepar...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:48:07 GMT
Africom Expands Counterterrorism Push As U.S. Pursues Converged Security and Economic Agenda
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) says it is intensifying cooperation with African partners to confront a growing terrorist threat, increasingly linking security efforts with economic development and long-term regiona...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:35:11 GMT
Kenya, WHO Strengthen Collaboration to Accelerate UHC Agenda
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Wednesday held a high-level strategic meeting with World Health Organization (WHO) officials to strengthen collaboration aimed at accelerating Kenya's Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agen...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:38:49 GMT
Long Rains Forecast - Near-Average to Above-Average Rainfall Expected
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya is set to experience near-average to above-average rainfall in several key regions during the March-April-May (MAM) 2026 "Long Rains" season, the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has forecast.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:17:36 GMT
Why I Quit Ruto's UDA for Gachagua's DCP - Havi
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Westlands parliamentary hopeful and senior counsel Nelson Havi has defended his decision to quit the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), saying his exit was prompted by internal party processes that sidelined him and undermined ...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:40:38 GMT
Jubilee's Pauline Njoroge Declares Nairobi Governor Bid
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Jubilee Party Organising Secretary Pauline Njoroge has revealed her intention to contest the Nairobi governor race.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:40:37 GMT
Gachagua Renews Assault On Wajir Leadership Over Sh200bn Devolution Funds
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a scathing attack on the leadership of Wajir County, questioning how nearly Sh200 billion in public funds disbursed since the advent of devolution has failed to translate i...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:38:33 GMT
Above-Average Rains Expected in Key Regions, Weatherman Warns of Dry Spells Elsewhere
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Several parts of the country are expected to receive near-average to above-average rainfall during the March-April-May (MAM) 2026 long-rains season, even as other regions face reduced rainfall and uneven distribution, the Keny...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:38:33 GMT
Ruto Announces Early Completion for Sh3.5 Billion Ngong-Naivasha Road Flyover
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has announced that the Ngong Road-Naivasha Road flyover will be opened a year ahead of schedule.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:38:32 GMT
President Ruto to Launch the NYOTA Project in Malindi
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto is expected to preside over the NYOTA beneficiaries' disbursement exercise covering Kilifi, Tana River, and Lamu Counties.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:09:20 GMT
Kenya, Spain Reaffirm Defence and Maritime Security Cooperation At AI Summit
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya and Spain have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence and maritime security cooperation following a bilateral meeting held on the sidelines of the Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Military ...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:02:41 GMT
President Ruto Awards Charter to Bomet University, Kenya's 36th Public University
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has awarded a charter to Bomet University, elevating it to the status of Kenya's 36th fully chartered public university.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:02:39 GMT
Katiba Institute Demands Funding Freeze for Unlawful Presidential Advisor Roles
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Katiba Institute has formally written to the Controller of Budget (COB), Dr. Margaret Nyakang'o, urging strict compliance with a High Court ruling that declared the offices of Presidential Advisors unconstitutional.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:02:36 GMT
Gachagua Welcomes Kanini Kega to DCP Party
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has welcomed politician Kanini Kega to the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP)

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:45:53 GMT
Kenya Reaffirms Support for UN Reforms As Fifth Committee Meets in Nairobi
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to a stronger and more inclusive United Nations as senior diplomats and officials from the UN General Assembly's Fifth Committee convened in Nairobi for high-level discussions on governance,...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:35:35 GMT
Kenya, WHO Strengthen Ties to Speed Up Universal Health Care
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya has stepped up talks with the World Health Organization (WHO) as the government pushes ahead with health reforms aimed at giving every Kenyan access to quality and affordable care.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:23:05 GMT
Trump Signs Law Reauthorizing Agoa Trade Program Through 2026
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President Donald Trump has signed into law legislation reauthorizing the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), extending the trade preference programme through December 31, 2026, with retroactive effect to September 30, 2...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:54:37 GMT
No, Kenya's Standard Newspaper Did Not Publish Front Page Calling Two Prominent Politicians 'Fools'
[Africa Check] No, Kenya's Standard newspaper did not publish front page calling two prominent politicians 'fools'

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:40:06 GMT
National Government to Take Over Construction of Mombasa Stadium
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has announced that the national government will assume renovation of the Mombasa Stadium.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:53:27 GMT
IEBC Turns to Digital Pre-Registration to Boost Gen-Z Voter Numbers
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is betting on technology to reverse persistently low voter registration among young Kenyans, unveiling plans for a digital pre-registration platform aimed at simplifyi...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:53:13 GMT
IEBC to Launch Ward-Based Mass Voter Registration On March 29
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will roll out a nationwide mass voter registration exercise starting March 29, IEBC Chairperson Edung Ethekon has announced.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:52:38 GMT
Japanese Firm, AGL Set Up New Freight Forwarding Company in Nairobi
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Japanese logistics firm Yusen Logistics and Africa Global Logistics (AGL) have jointly launched a new freight forwarding and logistics company, Yusen Africa (East Africa) Limited, headquartered in Nairobi.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:13:41 GMT
Kakamega Homeboyz Defender Dies After Tuesday Night Attack
[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, February 5, 2026 - Kakamega Homeboyz player Silas Abungana has passed away after succumbing to head injuries sustained from an attack on Tuesday night.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:41:15 GMT
APs Bomet Add Salt to Nairobi United Injury With Win in League Encounter
[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- APS Bomet boosted their relegation survival hopes with a 2-1 victory over Nairobi United at the Nyayo Stadium on Wednesday evening.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:23:49 GMT
KHRC Hails Tribunal Ruling Upholding Sh1.8bn Tax Claim Against Del Monte
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has welcomed a decision by the Tax Appeals Tribunal dismissing an appeal by Del Monte Kenya Ltd against a Sh1.76 billion tax assessment by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:23:25 GMT
A Photo-Op Partnership? Why Kenya's Economic Future Is Tilting East, Not West
[Capital FM] Last week's visit to Nairobi by the United States Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau, was presented as a reaffirmation of the Kenya-US strategic partnership. There were warm diplomatic words, photo-ops at State House, and fami...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:38:15 GMT
Kakuzi Eyes Kenyan Tea Lovers With New Brand
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi Plc has expanded into the tea business, launching its own tea brand targeting the local market.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:05:58 GMT
Koko Networks Firms Placed Under Administration After Kenya Exit
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Clean cooking energy firm Koko Networks Limited and its subsidiary, Koko Networks Global Services (Kenya) Limited, have been placed under administration, signaling a likely exit of one of Kenya's most prominent bioethanol dist...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:53:46 GMT
Kisumu and Siaya Lead in Newspaper Readership - Ca
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Counties around the Lake Victoria region--Siaya and Kisumu--record the highest newspaper readership in the country, according to a new report by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA).

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:52:00 GMT
From Oswago to Marjan - the Curse of the IEBC CEO's Office
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The position of Chief Executive Officer Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has increasingly come to resemble a political minefield rather than a stable public office, with the last three holders exiting unc...

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