The Online Kenyan

A mass grave discovered in Kericho has revealed that most of the deceased likely died from prematurity, with few signs of physical injury. The bodies of children discovered in a mass grave at a Kericho cemetery have been confirmed to have died from blunt force head injuries, according to preliminary findings. 25 bodies of children have been examined in Kericho, with 4 showing head injuries. Separately, a deeply disturbing discovery was made in Kericho, where 33 bodies, including those of children, were found in a mass grave.

Following a recent plane crash at Wilson Airport, significant safety lapses have been brought to light. The incident has raised serious concerns about the operational standards at Kenya's busiest airport. Wilson Airport is facing intense scrutiny following a recent aircraft tragedy that has led to calls for immediate investigations and improvements. A Senate Committee has conducted an inspection at Wilson Airport in Nairobi to assess its current condition.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has officially declared parts of Laikipia, Meru, and Isiolo counties as security-disturbed and dangerous areas, effective March 26, 2026, for 30 days. This escalated anti-banditry operation follows the government's announcement of significant progress in security sector reforms, with approximately 55% of planned reforms implemented. The National Police Service is also set to roll out body cameras for officers soon as part of a broader strategy to enhance accountability and integrate technology into security operations.

The Kenyan government faces intense scrutiny over alleged mismanagement and irregular withdrawals totaling Ksh9.4 billion from the eCitizen platform. The National Assembly's Public Accounts Committee is investigating the matter. An audit has uncovered significant financial irregularities and a potential data breach within the eCitizen platform, raising serious concerns about the security and management of public funds and sensitive user information. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission had previously recovered Ksh13 million linked to a separate Nairobi cemetery land scandal.

Kenya's National Treasury has confirmed a Ksh389 billion Public Private Partnership (PPP) project to upgrade the Nairobi-Mombasa expressway into a toll road. Meanwhile, the Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) has expressed concerns that the new Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway extension could significantly disrupt Kenya's highway-based economy by diverting cargo from roads to rail. The SGR extension, valued at Ksh500 billion, has raised job loss fears among motorists who depend on road transport for their livelihoods.

Kenya's Treasury CS John Mbadi has ruled out new taxes in the Finance Bill 2026, shifting focus to improving revenue collection efficiency by the Kenya Revenue Authority. The Treasury plans to utilize the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) to stabilize fuel prices, rejecting calls for direct subsidies. Meanwhile, Vivo Energy Kenya is addressing temporary fuel shortages across its network, attributing the issue to an unexpected surge in customer demand. President William Ruto has also reassured Kenyans that the government has implemented measures to secure fuel and commodity supplies amidst rising Middle East tensions.

The Mt Kenya region's political landscape is in flux ahead of 2027, with shifting alliances between President William Ruto, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and retired President Uhuru Kenyatta redrawing the influence map. Jubilee Party presidential candidate Dr. Fred Matiang'i has called for peaceful and respectful campaigns, emphasizing the party's commitment to bringing positive change. An analysis suggests President Ruto is experiencing outcomes from his actions and associations during the previous Uhuru Kenyatta administration, which are now influencing his current political landscape.