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Homa Bay KUPPET Polls Stopped After Ballot Burning

Patricia Waigwa January 13, 2026

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

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KeNHA Orders Demolition of Roadside Structures

Patricia Waigwa January 13, 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 dated January 13, 2026, KeNHA directed owners to dismantle billboards, nursery

International News

Kenya Hit by Trump’s 25% Iran Trade Tariff

Patricia Waigwa January 13, 2026

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 on Truth Social, citing Iran’s violent crackdown on protesters.Additionally, he

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Congolese Doctors Sue Duale and Kenyan Ministry of Health

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

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 on January 12. Additionally, he argued the […]

Business News

CMA Launches New Online Financial Reporting System

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

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 IntermediariesMarket intermediaries bridge the gap between investors, issuers, and capital

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Albert Korir Provisionally Suspended Over Doping Allegations

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

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 Korir tested positive for Continuous Erythropoietin Receptor Activator

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Kenya’s Economy Stable as Inflation Eases

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

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 SectorsSpeaking in Eldoret, Kiptoo noted significant improvements in mining,

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KNUT Slams TSC Over Irregular Teacher Transfers

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has strongly criticized the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for irregular teacher transfers.Moreover, the union argued that such transfers contravene education regulations requiring teachers to serve near their homes for improved welfare. Union Demands Stakeholder EngagementKNUT emphasized that teachers perform better when

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Rigathi Warns PSV Operators Against Facilitating Goons to Disrupt His Public Events

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua cautioned PSV operators against allegedly facilitating goons to disrupt his public events. Moreover, he accused leaders allied to President William Ruto’s administration of hiring vehicles to sabotage his rallies. Allegations Against PSV Saccos Gachagua claimed some PSV owners, especially in Thika, were unaware their vehicles were

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Kibera Influencer Joins MrBeast Charity Mission

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

Kibera-based influencer Godfrey Mwamburi Wavonya, known as duty_boy_stylish, earned global recognition at the 2026 One Billion Followers Summit.Moreover, he was selected among ten winners to join YouTube star MrBeast in a charity mission in Ghana. Acts of Kindness Go ViralThe initiative, organized with Mohammed Bin Rashid Global Initiative and Varkey Foundation, aimed to