The Online Kenyan

Families across Kenya are expressing grave concern as a disturbing trend of missing children continues throughout the country. In Nairobi's Kayole area, a local family is desperately searching for their 17-year-old child who has gone missing. However, there was a positive development as two missing children were safely found and reunited with their family in Nairobi after being reported missing.

Gor Mahia has been crowned champions of the Kenyan Premier League after their title rivals, AFC Leopards, stumbled in their recent match. Meanwhile, Ulinzi Stars secured their spot in the Kenya Premier League for another season following a crucial 2-0 victory against Tusker FC. This win ensures their survival, while Kariobangi Sharks face an uncertain future after a 1-1 draw and potential playoff uncertainty.

Kenya's Junior Starlets are preparing for a crucial U-17 Women's World Cup qualifier against Uganda. The team secured a 1-1 draw in the first leg, giving them a slight advantage heading into the decisive return match at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi. The squad is intensifying training and expressing confidence ahead of this important fixture. The tournament represents a significant opportunity for the young Kenyan athletes to advance on the continental stage.

Kenya is exploring the production of ethanol as a strategy to revitalize its ailing sugar industry. This initiative aims to create new avenues for revenue and sustainability within the sector. Separately, Kenyan farmers are successfully entering the European export market by cultivating basil in greenhouses, with a notable venture in Kamulu highlighting this growing agricultural export opportunity. Additionally, as World No Tobacco Day approaches, a new tobacco bill in Kenya is raising significant concerns, particularly regarding the regulation of vaping products and nicotine.

The Budget and Appropriations Committee has raised concerns about funding gaps and called for better budget prioritisation across government sectors, warning against inefficiencies and overlapping programmes. The National Assembly has voted to establish a Mediation Committee to resolve a stalemate with the Senate over the Division of Revenue Bill. New taxes proposed in Kenya's Finance Bill, 2026 are facing significant criticism for potentially increasing the cost of living and impacting family incomes. Separately, the High Court has mandated Parliament to disclose the complete budget for the 23rd National Prayer Breakfast within 30 days, emphasizing the right to access information regarding public expenditure.

Bunge la Mwananchi leader Evans Kawala, 33, has been arrested by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) for allegedly making inflammatory public utterances against President William Ruto. This arrest follows reports that Kawala was allegedly abducted on Tuesday evening, May 26, prompting concern from supporters and observers. The incidents highlight ongoing tensions between civil society leaders and the administration, with the DCI taking action against what they characterize as threatening speech.

The Ministry of Health has reassured Kenyans about the nation's preparedness for potential Ebola threats, following reports of a possible U.S. plan to send Ebola-exposed patients to Kenya. The United States government is reportedly considering sending Ebola-exposed citizens to Kenya for quarantine and treatment, sparking public debate about the implications for public health security. This development comes as Kenya continues to strengthen its health infrastructure and response mechanisms to handle potential infectious disease outbreaks.

A group of UDA leaders from the Mount Kenya region are demanding the immediate resignation of party Secretary General Hassan Omar within 48 hours. The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has also accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of actively undermining President William Ruto's administration. Additionally, Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has accused UDA of a secret plan to infiltrate Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) ahead of the 2027 General Election. Meanwhile, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has stated that President Ruto's administration development record will be the deciding factor in the 2027 General Election, dismissing what he termed as empty rhetoric from the opposition.