The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) elections were aborted after violence erupted in Homabay County.Moreover, officials suspended the exercise midway after ballot boxes were destroyed by unknown attackers. Chaos at Polling CentreOn January 12, a group stormed the polling
Month: January 2026
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has ordered the removal of roadside developments along Mombasa Road.Moreover, the directive covers the 27-kilometre stretch from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to James Gichuru Junction. Notice Issued to Roadside OperatorsIn a notice
Arbeloa Promoted as Club Acts Swiftly After Barcelona Defeat Real Madrid have ended Xabi Alonso’s spell as head coach following Sunday’s Supercopa de España loss to Barcelona. The club confirmed on Monday that both parties agreed to part ways. The decision came barely 24 hours after Madrid lost
Kenya has suffered a major economic setback after U.S. President Donald Trump announced new trade tariffs.Moreover, Trump declared a 25 per cent tariff on countries trading with Iran, effective immediately. Trump’s Directive Targets Iran Trade PartnersOn January 12, Trump confirmed the tariff
Over 20 Congolese doctors in Kenya have sued the Ministry of Health and CS Aden Duale. Moreover, they accused the ministry of refusing to renew their 2026 licences and work permits. Lawyers Term Move Arbitrary and Discriminatory Lawyer Danstan Omari filed the case under a certificate of urgency
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a new online financial reporting system for licensed market intermediaries in Kenya.Moreover, CMA CEO Wyckliffe Shamiah confirmed the system became effective on January 9, 2026, through the authority’s online portal. Role of Market
Kenyan marathon champion Albert Korir has been provisionally suspended, dealing another blow to Kenya’s athletics fraternity.Moreover, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) confirmed the suspension on January 12, citing alleged use of a banned substance. AIU Statement on CERA UseThe AIU revealed
National Treasury Principal Secretary Dr. Chris Kiptoo announced that Kenya’s economy has stabilized following eased inflation in 2025.Moreover, he highlighted that private sector recruitment reached its highest level since 2019, signaling renewed economic confidence. Strong Growth Across Key
Tourism CS Says Influencer’s Visit Has Boosted Kenya’s Global Profile NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 12 — American YouTube star iShowSpeed on Monday visited the Maasai Mara, extending his viral Kenya tour to one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano said
Barcelona successfully defended their Spanish Super Cup crown after edging Real Madrid 3-2 in a pulsating El Clasico final played in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday night. Raphinha scored twice while Robert Lewandowski also found the net as the Catalans sealed a record-extending 16th Super Cup











