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Wed, 14 January 2026

  • 6:03 pm ODM leader Oburu Oginga has insisted that the party will remain part of the broad-based government, urging dissenting members to leave if they so wish.
  • 5:22 pm Kenya Railways has issued a warning of further demolitions in parts of Nairobi as the government accelerates preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations 2027.
  • 4:54 pm United States Congress has approved a three-year extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), for Kenyan exporters, a move that will allow Kenyan goods to continue entering the US market duty-free.
  • 4:21 pm Kabuchai MP Majimbo Kalasinga has challenged the government to exempt assistive devices for people living with disabilities from taxation, arguing that levies on essential aids unfairly burden an already vulnerable population.
  • 3:45 pm The Kenyan passport has risen five places to 68th in the latest Henley Passport Index, regaining ground after falling to 73rd in October 2025 and giving holders greater visa-free access.
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  • Gilgil accident
    by Frankline Oduor

    Several Feared Dead in Morning Crash on Nairobi-Nakuru Highway ​​

    The crash involved a Great Rift 14-seater matatu and a trailer, reportedly caused by brake failure on the truck.
  • A gathering of County government workers
    by Frankline Oduor

    Kenyan Workers Issue Fresh Salary Demands to Employers​​

    Under the current wage framework, general workers in major cities such as Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret earn a minimum of about Ksh 16,113 per month.
  • Busia Senator Okiya Okoiti Omtatah
    by Maxwell Amunga

    Omtatah Drags IMF to Court Over Secret Sell-Off Plan​​

    The petition raises concerns over KSh97 billion in unaccounted retained earnings and depreciation funds at KPC.
  • Konza crash
    by Frankline Oduor

    Several People Dead in Multi-Vehicle Crash Along Mombasa Road​​

    Several other passengers sustained serious injuries, with some victims reportedly trapped inside the wreckage while others were left lying on the ground awaiting rescue.
  • Kenyans lining up for job applications
    by Noreen Khakayi

    Why You May Lose Your Job in 2026 ​​

    The half-life of technical skills has dropped to just 5 years. If you haven't upskilled since 2021, half of what you know is likely outdated.
  • Education CS Ogamba
    by Maxwell Amunga

    Government Releases Capitation Ahead of School Reopening​​

    The Ministry clarified that fees for senior schools remain unchanged, with the government maintaining capitation at Ksh 22,244 per learner annually.
  • Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba (Left) alongside Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok during the release of 2025 KJSEA results.
    by Frankline Oduor

    Govt Makes Changes to School Placement Ahead of Opening​​

    At the same time, the ministry confirmed that all basic education institutions will reopen for Term One of the 2026 academic year on Monday, January 5.
  • Ruto School Launch
    by Ken Muthomi

    Major Projects Ruto Launched in 2025​​

    Ruto’s administration is positive that the projects will be one of the key government achievements highlighted in the lead-up to the 2027 General Elections.
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    by Rene Otinga

    Kenyans.co.ke Weekly Quiz: 10 Questions to Test Your News Knowledge​​

    The news can feel overwhelming sometimes. Take this quick quiz to see how well you followed the biggest stories of the week.
  • A collage showing the debris of a 19-storey building under construction that collapsed in Nairobi’s South C estate on January 2, 2026.
    by Frankline Oduor

    MPs Demand Suspension of Construction Activities in Nairobi After Incident​​

    Babu claimed the structure had been approved for fewer floors, with additional storeys allegedly added unlawfully, and called for a full, independent investigation.
  • Screengrabs of the man carrying the carcasses of his dog and python on his bicycle.
    by Maxwell Amunga

    KWS Breaks Silence After Man Stormed Police Station With Python​​

    The python had attacked the man's dog, leading him to kill the constrictor in self-defense.
  • National Treasury
    by Frankline Oduor

    Govt Okays Civil Servants Pay Rise ​​

    The changes also include a Salary Market Adjustment (SMA), which consolidates entertainment, domestic servant, and extraneous allowances into a single, streamlined adjustment.
  • A person counting money in Kenyan currency.
    by Frankline Oduor

    9 Ways to Grow Your Money Fast in 2026​​

    As you make your New Year’s resolutions, consider making investment a priority, as some opportunities allow you to earn money even when you are not actively working.
  • Apartment Water
    by Ken Muthomi

    Why Nairobi Has Perennial Water Shortages​​

    Nairobi, which has a population of approximately five million people, requires up to 900 million litres of water a day.
  • Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Youth leader Kasmuel McOure
    by Maxwell Amunga

    Kasmuel Attacks Media Team​​

    Speaking ahead of New Year celebrations, Oburu clarified that ODM had not fully endorsed a working partnership with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
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    by Joseph Ogungo

    Why Many Kenyans Delay Treatment​​

    In many families in Kenya, falling sick normally triggers a financial calculation. Consultation fees and laboratory test costs can quickly add up, particularly for low-income families.
  • Senate Speaker Amason Kingi late bodyguard, Cpl. John Lwane Lumumba.
    by Maxwell Amunga

    Speaker's Long Serving Bodyguard Dies on New Year​​

    Lumumba served as part of the National Police Service's protective unit assigned to safeguard one of Kenya's top state officers.
  • south c building
    by Frankline Oduor

    16-Storey Building Collapses in Nairobi ​​

    The Kenya Red Cross said a multi-agency response team was immediately deployed to manage the crisis, conduct search-and-rescue operations, and secure the area.
  • nyakach accident
    by Frankline Oduor

    Over 10 People Killed in New Year's Day Separate Accidents​​

    Witnesses said the container dislodged from the trailer, killing two people instantly and leaving one other person seriously injured.
  • Chungwa House, Nairobi
    by Maxwell Amunga

    Trans-Nzoia MP Threatens to Leave ODM​​

    The legislator warned that ODM risks becoming a regional outfit confined to Nyanza, similar to Kenya African National Unity's (KANU) national decline.
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