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Eliud Owalo Resigns from Ruto Administration

Patricia Waigwa January 12, 2026

Deputy Chief of Staff Eliud Owalo resigned from President William Ruto’s administration on January 11, 2026.Moreover, his resignation followed his public declaration to run for the presidency in the 2027 general elections. Owalo Declares 2027 Presidential BidOwalo announced his presidential

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IShowSpeed Hits 48 Million Subscribers in Kenya

Patricia Waigwa January 11, 2026

Popular American streamer Darren Jason Watkins Jr, known as IShowSpeed, achieved 48 million subscribers during his Kenya tour.Moreover, he gained over 360,000 new subscribers while livestreaming his first day in Nairobi. Speed Does Africa Tour Gains MomentumIShowSpeed is in Kenya for his 28-day “Speed Does Africa Tour.”Additionally, his livestream attracted more than

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Karen Building Collapse Caused by Substandard Materials

Patricia Waigwa January 11, 2026

Nairobi Buildings Collapse Linked to Substandard MaterialsThe Nairobi County Government confirmed substandard materials caused the Karen building collapse on January 10, 2026.Moreover, the tragedy claimed two lives and left seven others injured, raising serious concerns about construction safety standards. County Executive Patrick Mbogo revealed contractors used timber gun

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UDA Announces Repeat Grassroots Elections

Patricia Waigwa January 11, 2026

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) announced repeat grassroots elections in four counties after unresolved issues in earlier polls. Moreover, the National Elections Board (NEB) confirmed the reruns will strengthen transparency and fairness in party leadership structures. Counties and Polling Centres AffectedAccording to the January 10, 2026 notice, repeat polls will

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Kenya Tops 2026 World Cross Country Championships in Florida

Patricia Waigwa January 11, 2026

Kenya emerged as the overall winner at the 2026 World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, Florida.Moreover, Team Kenya finished first among 15 nations, cementing its reputation as a global powerhouse in distance running. Kenya’s Impressive Medal HaulAccording to Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya, Kenya secured nine medals in total.Specifically, the haul

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Francis Atwoli Dismisses Viral Car Gift Claims

Patricia Waigwa January 10, 2026

COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli refuted claims that he gifted his nephew a Ksh8 million car. Moreover, the viral posts alleged he rewarded academic excellence with a Toyota Prado, sparking mixed reactions online. Social Media Posts Trigger Reactions Images circulated on Facebook and X showed Atwoli handing car keys to a young man beside a […]

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Museveni Declares Public Holidays for Elections

Patricia Waigwa January 10, 2026

Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni declared January 15 and 16, 2026, as public holidays.Moreover, the announcement aims to allow citizens time to participate in presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled next week. Legal Notice Under Public Holidays ActMuseveni issued the declaration through a Legal Notice under the Public Holidays Act, Cap. 174.Additionally,

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Ruto Reappoints Reverend Dr Stephen Mairori to NACADA

Patricia Waigwa January 10, 2026

President William Ruto has reappointed Reverend Dr Stephen Mairori, EBS, as the Non-Executive Chairperson of NACADA.Moreover, his three-year term begins on January 20, 2026, reinforcing the government’s commitment to combating alcohol and drug abuse. Mairori’s Leadership and Religious BackgroundMairori, a respected religious and public leader, previously served as Senior

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Irungu Houghton Resigns from Protest Victims Panel

Patricia Waigwa January 9, 2026

Irungu Houghton, Amnesty International Kenya Director, resigned immediately from the protest victim’s compensation panel. Moreover, his decision followed constitutional concerns after the Kerugoya High Court declared the panel illegal. Court Ruling Alters Compensation FrameworkOn December 4, 2025, the Kerugoya High Court ruled the President lacked authority to

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Government Restricts School Bus Operating Hours

Patricia Waigwa January 9, 2026

The government has banned school buses from roads before 6am and after 6pm. Moreover, this directive aims to protect learners from deadly accidents that have claimed dozens of lives in recent weeks. Road Safety Crisis in KenyaThe National Police Service described the situation as a road safety crisis. Furthermore, at least 31 people died within […]