A constitutional petition challenging the new Cooperation Agreement between the National Government and the Nairobi City County Government has reached the High Court. On Wednesday, Justice Bahati Mwamuye certified the case, filed by Christine Gathoni and Benard Peter, as urgent. The court noted that the petitioners’ motion specifically questions whether the agreement aligns with the…
On Thursday, February 19, local newspapers highlighted the ongoing political changes in the country, with the cooperation agreement between President William Ruto and Governor Johnson Sakaja taking the top spot and sparking a new debate. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Thursday, February 19. Photo: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC…
Veteran coach Pitso Mosimane has admitted that a return to his former stomping ground Mamelodi Sundowns can still happen even though his main target is the Bafana Bafana job. Pitso Mosimane has not ruled out a return to his former club Mamelodi Sundowns amid speculation linking him to the job. Since January, Mosimane has been…
Detectives from Kenya’s Counter Terrorism Policing Unit have foiled a planned terror attack in Nairobi linked to suspected Al-Shabaab militants, authorities confirmed on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The breakthrough followed months of intensive surveillance, during which investigators closely monitored the suspects’ movements, digital communications, and supply chains. Acting on specific intelligence, officers conducted targeted raids…
ODM Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga during an interview on KTN. [Screen grab] Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga has challenged the removal of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as party secretary general, describing the process as flawed and calling for internal mediation. The National Executive Committee (NEC) removed Sifuna on February 11,…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has shared groundbreaking details about the new Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit (NMPU), promising a specialized force unlike anything Kenya has seen before. Speaking at a press briefing in Nakuru on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Murkomen explained that this unit, born from a cooperation deal between the Nairobi County Government and…
Authorities released activist Mwabili Mwagodi on a Ksh. 500,000 personal bond as police continue to investigate claims that he published false information. On Wednesday, Mwagodi appeared at the Milimani Law Courts to face charges regarding posts on his X account. Principal Magistrate Teresiah Nuagena presided over the matter, where the prosecution presented two separate applications….
Anest Karegi from Ndeiya in Limuru shows his dribbling skills , Karegi hand was cut off by a poshomill, he however plays football to the amazement of many. [George Njunge, Standard] When a posho mill crushed the hand of a young man in Ndeiya Limuru, the world seemed to have come to a stand still…
The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive stakeholder engagement as it advances ongoing health reforms aimed at strengthening the national health system and expanding access to essential services. According to the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Ouma Oluga, the collaboration will prioritise cost containment, enhanced data sharing, efficient claims management, and strong safeguards against…
Audio By Vocalize Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Desire Doue celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the UEFA Champions League knockout round play-off first leg vs AS Monacoat the Stade Louis II on February 17, 2026. [Valery HACHE / AFP] Paris Saint-Germain recovered from a shambolic start as Desire Doue inspired a comeback from two goals…
Kenya has commissioned one of the largest animal feed manufacturing facilities in Africa in a move aimed at doubling national milk production, strengthening feed standards, and positioning the country as a regional livestock powerhouse. The Ksh 3 billion De Heus Animal Nutrition factory in Athi River was officially commissioned by Speaking when he commissioned the Ksh…
Audio By Vocalize Dortmund forwardSerhou Guirassy and Atalanta’s defender Berat Djimsiti vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League knockout round play-off first Leg in Dortmund, western Germany, on February 17, 2026. [Ina Fassbender/AFP] Serhou Guirassy scored a goal and laid on another as Borussia Dortmund beat Atalanta 2-0 at home on Tuesday in…
Pitso Mosimane has made it clear which coaching job he desires currently even as speculation continues to link him to various roles. With speculation linking him to a number of jobs in South Africa, veteran coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed the job he desires the most at this point in his career. Mosimane has been…
Audio By Vocalize Juventus forward Francisco Chico Conceicao controls the ball during the UEFA Champions League, knockout round play-off 1st leg, football match vs Galatasaray SK at the Rams Park in Istanbul on February 17, 2026. (Ozan KOSE / AFP) Dutch midfielder Noa Lang scored a brace as Galatasaray thumped…
Nairobi County askaris inspect a dais to be used by the governor during a hand over ceremony to transfer 4 key functions from NMS to the county of Nairobi. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized…