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Kenya Drops to 130th in Global Corruption Index 2025
Kenya has been placed at 130 out of 182 countries in the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released by Transparency International on February 10, 2026.
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High Court Awards Ksh 3.5m to Kenyan Deported to Somalia Unlawfully
The High Court in Kenya has ordered the government to pay Ksh 3.5 million in general and aggravated damages to businessman Abdiqiadar Omar Osman after illegally deporting him to Somalia.
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Mudavadi breaks silence on Kenyans killed in Rushia -Ukrain war
Mudavadi has responded to criticism from former Makadara MP Reuben Ndolo, stating that the government has rescued 20 Kenyans lured into the Russia-Ukraine war through fake job scams. The government is working to repatriate remains of Kenyans killed and provide support to returnees .
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‘Hii ni noma sana mtapenda’-Ruto says as he Inspects Talanta Stadium
President William Ruto took a moment to address skeptics while overseeing progress at the expansive Talanta Stadium in Nairobi on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
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Major Wildfire at Lake Nakuru National Park
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has confirmed that a significant wildfire erupted on the evening of Friday, February 6, 2026, but was brought under control within hours thanks to a rapid multi-agency response.
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Uganda and Rwanda Join Kenya in Banning use of Cash Bouquets.
In a regional trend sparked by Kenya's recent directive, the central banks of Uganda and Rwanda have issued strong warnings against the practice of using banknotes to create decorative items such as money bouquets, money cakes, floral arrangements, and other celebratory gifts.
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Kenya Weather Update: Areas to Expected to Receive Heavy Rains.
The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has issued a five-day weather outlook from Friday, February 6, to Tuesday, February 10, 2026, indicating that much of the country will enjoy sunny and dry weather. However, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in several key areas, particularly during the afternoons and evenings, with four main zones highlighted for potential rainfall: parts of Central Kenya, the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, and the South-Eastern lowlands.
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18-Year-Old Maseno University Student Kills Herself.
Police in Nyamira County have launched an inquiry into the apparent suicide of an 18-year-old female university student found dead at her family home. The incident occurred in Ogingo village, Kitutu Masaba Constituency, where the young woman's body was discovered hanging behind the residence.
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Kenya Plans to Reopens Somalia Border.
The Kenyan government has officially announced the reopening of its border with Somalia for cross-border trade, with a specific focus on allowing the road transportation of miraa (khat) to resume. The decision marks a significant relief for farmers and traders in Meru and surrounding regions, ending a prolonged disruption that lasted up to 15 years in some accounts.
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Ongoing Contruction of Rironi-Mau Summit Road.
Construction activity is ramping up along the critical Rironi-Mau Summit Road, a vital artery in Kenya's transport network. This ambitious expansion project, which transforms a heavily congested single-carriageway section into a modern dual carriageway, promises to significantly ease traffic bottlenecks, reduce travel times, enhance road safety, and stimulate trade across East Africa.
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Tanzanian Parliament Witnesses Drama as MPs Stumble in Mandatory English Tests for Global Roles
In a surprising turn of events that has sparked widespread discussion across East Africa, several Tanzanian Members of Parliament (MPs) were put to the test – quite literally – during a live English proficiency assessment in the National Assembly. The exercise, aimed at qualifying legislators for delegate positions in key international forums, exposed gaps in language skills among some elected officials, leading to at least one high-profile withdrawal.
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Major Win for MPs – Appeal Court Revives NG-CDF After High Court Declared It Unconstitutional
In a significant victory for Kenyan legislators, the Court of Appeal has reversed a previous High Court decision that had declared the entire National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) Act of 2015 unconstitutional.
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Mugabe Mentioned in Epstein Files
The late former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe has been referenced in the most recent batch of unsealed documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced American financier and convicted sex offender who died in 2019.
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Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum and Museum to Be Completed by June 2026
The construction of a dedicated mausoleum for the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga at his ancestral home in Bondo, Siaya County, is on track for completion by June 2026.
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IEBC appoints Moses Ledama Sunkuli as acting CEO
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has named Moses Ledama Sunkuli as its Acting Chief Executive Officer and Commission Secretary, with the appointment taking effect right away.
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President Ruto’s Event at State House Postponed Indefinitely
The highly anticipated official launch of the Kenya United Cup—commonly referred to as the President’s Cup—a major grassroots football tournament backed by President William Ruto, has been postponed at the last minute. The event, originally scheduled for Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at State House in Nairobi, was called off following consultations with key stakeholders.
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Three Students Arrested Following Dormitory Fire at Solai Boys High School in Nakuru
Authorities have arrested three students in connection with a dormitory fire that erupted late last night at Solai Boys High School, leaving dozens injured and prompting a temporary shutdown of classes for upper-level students. The blaze, which broke out around midnight, affected at least 50 students who sustained minor injuries, primarily from smoke inhalation and minor burns during the evacuation.
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Treasury CS John Mbadi Rules Out Universal Free Education in Kenya, Citing Tight Budget Limits.
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has firmly rejected the idea of providing completely free education across all levels in Kenya, explaining that the country's current fiscal situation makes it financially unworkable.