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IG Kanja Says Police Closing in on Syndicate Recruiting Kenyans for Russia-Ukraine War

Inspector General of Police Joseph Kanja announced that police are closing in on a syndicate allegedly recruiting Kenyans to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war. A police officer was killed and three others injured during an attack on a rural patrol base in Kakamega late Friday, with gunmen fleeing with two stolen rifles. Separately, a video of an armed man aiming a gun at students hosting a house party in Kikuyu has sparked outrage and calls for an investigation.

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MP Johana Ng’eno Among Six Killed in Nandi Helicopter Crash

Emurua Dikirr Member of Parliament Johana Ng'eno is among six individuals confirmed dead following a helicopter crash in Mosop, Nandi County, on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The aircraft crashed in Chepkieb, Nandi County, with witnesses on the ground indicating casualties at the scene. The helicopter caught fire during the crash, with early reports indicating there were five passengers on board the aircraft.

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Ruto Hints at UDA-ODM Friendly Fire in 2027 Elections

President William Ruto has indicated that his UDA party and the ODM will engage in "friendly fire" during the 2027 General Election, suggesting an end to political zoning. His United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has secured victories in several recent by-elections, signaling a strong performance ahead of the 2027 general election. Meanwhile, Kenyan politics is entering a new phase as the 2027 general election approaches, with ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna seen as a rising figure and a surge in Luhya political influence. In a contrasting development, opposition leaders convened in Nakuru County, a key region for President William Ruto, declaring their united front an "alternative government" aiming to unseat him in 2027.

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Kenya Transporters Association Pushes for Instant Mobile Traffic Fines

The Kenya Transporters Association (KTA) is advocating for the immediate implementation of instant mobile traffic fines to address court congestion, reduce corruption, and boost government revenue. This comes as Kenya explores a new training model for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) that aims to address youth unemployment by better equipping graduates with practical job skills, specifically examining the 25-75% formula. Additionally, Kenyans can expect cheaper phone calls as the Communications Authority (CA) significantly cuts the rates mobile operators charge each other for cross-network calls.

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Nithi Bridge Rebuild Set to Boost Local Economy, Improve Road Safety

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) is set to rebuild and realign the dangerous Nithi Bridge along the Makutano-Embu-Meru highway (A9) in Tharaka-Nithi County, a move expected to significantly boost the local economy and improve road safety. Meanwhile, the Scrap Metal Council has issued a stern warning to dealers as vandalism targeting critical public and private infrastructure escalates across Kenya, implementing stricter measures against illicit activities within the scrap metal industry. Separately, Kenya's public debt interest payments are projected to reach Sh1.2 trillion by the fiscal year 2026/27, threatening to significantly reduce funds available for development spending.

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AUI Global Signs MoU with Konza Technopolis for AI Certification

AUI Global and the Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to offer AI executive certification programs. The partnership aims to build local AI capacity and expertise at Kenya's flagship technology hub. Nairobi has been recognized as a leading Artificial Intelligence hub in Africa, securing the 4th position in the Counterpoint Research 2026 Africa AI Cities Index. The report highlights the city's progress in AI adoption and development. However, a new report from Smartcomply warns that East Africa's rapid digital growth is outpacing cybersecurity defenses, creating a significant execution gap that leads to substantial financial losses. Together, these developments illustrate Kenya's advancing position in the AI sector while highlighting remaining challenges in digital infrastructure and security.

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