News Tracker

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.
2:57 pm Traffic was disrupted on Thika Super Highway after residents of Witeithie blocked the road in protests over kidnappings.
2:25 pm Pressure is mounting on National Assembly Minority Leader and MP Junet Mohamed to resign after affiliate parties within the Azimio La Umoja-One Kenya coalition accused him of making remarks that undermine former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
1:59 pm Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi says the demolition of businesses linked to him near Nyayo Stadium was politically motivated and aimed at pushing him out of the 2027 governor race.
12:40 pm The Trump administration has ended Temporary Protected Status for Somali immigrants, putting the Somali population at risk of losing legal status from March 17.
12:34 pm ODM chairperson Gladys Wanga has clarified that the party Secretary General Edwin Sifuna will not face any repercussions for missing the crucial Central Committee meeting in Kilifi
10:45 am The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has announced its 8th Annual General Meeting, scheduled to take place virtually on February 6, 2026.
10:10 am The CEO of the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) is facing suspension over alleged graft following EACC recommendations.
8:46 am Traders are counting losses after bulldozers flattened cars and businesses in a night operation around Douglas Wakiihiru road near Nyayo Stadium.
8:11 am The United States Embassy in Kenya has cautioned its citizens living in Kenya against planned demonstrations near the Gigiri area in Nairobi.
7:29 am Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has written to KNEC demanding an immediate regrading of the 2025 KCSE results over alleged unfair treatment of Kenya Sign Language.

Tue, 13 January 2026

5:59 pm The Nigerian pastor who predicted President William Ruto's victory in the 2022 General election has warned of potential betrayals within the Kenya Kwanza government ahead of the 2027 polls.
5:11 pm A section of youth in Turkana County has raised alarm after failing to access the government's National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) business support fund despite successful registration.
4:13 pm The Uganda Communications Commission has ordered a “temporary” internet shutdown effective January 13, 2026, a day before the general elections on January 15.
3:04 pm The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has accused the judiciary of impunity over recent court orders barring public institutions from hiring private lawyers, with its president Faith Odhiambo vowing to confront judges.
2:35 pm Youths have raised alarm over delayed NYOTA Fund stipends after registering in Eldoret, accusing cartels of interfering with the MSME system, even as President William Ruto rolled out Phase Two of the programme targeting beneficiaries across 27 counties.
2:05 pm National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has issued update on the MP who is receiving specialised treatment in India, following months away from parliamentary duties.
1:31 pm MP Ndindi Nyoro has launched an education programme slashing day secondary school fees to Ksh500 per term for over 12000 learners across the constituency.
12:57 pm Contracted doctors at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) are set to be moved to permanent and pensionable terms after the hospital reached an agreement with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU).
12:20 pm The Business Registration Service (BRS) has announced plans to roll out a new digital system aimed at streamlining and securing the process of changing company officials.
11:52 am KUCCPS has announced 36 certificate and diploma programmes available to Form Four leavers who scored grades C to D in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
11:17 am KNEC has announced the release of the 2025 Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Intermediate Level Education Assessment (KILEA) performance reports.
10:45 am Kenya has revived plans for a KSh250 billion upgrade of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) after cancelling an earlier deal with the Adani Group
10:03 am KeRRA and KURA have announced over 300 job vacancies across various departments, offering employment opportunities for Kenyans in senior management and other technical and administrative roles.
9:25 am Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast dry and hot weather conditions across most parts of the country, with only isolated areas expected to receive occasional rainfall amid generally sunny weather.
8:52 am KeNHA has ordered the removal of all roadside structures along between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and James Gichuru Junction to pave the way for landscaping and beautification works on the busy highway.