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Former British soldier Dave Bell nears Kenya after a 29,000km solo ocean journey. Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote plans 1,000 megawatts of electricity at his Lamu refinery. Four suspects are linked to lawyer Mathew Mbobu's killing, while a domestic tragedy in Mombasa sees a man in custody after allegedly killing his wife and son. Harambee Stars face Eritrea in an AFCON qualifier, with Coach McCarthy calling the team a "sinking ship." The Law Society of Kenya threatens to resume court boycotts over alleged judicial misconduct, and DP Kindiki vows a crackdown on illicit brew manufacturers. Kenya's first commercial oil production gets a boost with a new drilling rig arriving at Mombasa port. President Ruto begins a development tour of the Coast region. Public servants are urged to embrace AI or face redundancy. In Migori, a mine collapse traps two women, with rescue operations ongoing. Security is beefed up in Samburu, Isiolo, and Meru counties to curb cattle rustling. Missing activist Collins Otieno has been found dumped along Thika Road. Meanwhile, over 150 Bonchari households will finally get electricity after 60 years.

Former British soldier Dave Bell nears Kenya after a 29,000km solo ocean journey. Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote plans 1,000 megawatts of electricity at his Lamu refinery. Four suspects are linked to lawyer Mathew Mbobu's killing, while a domestic tragedy in Mombasa sees a man in custody after allegedly killing his wife and son. Harambee Stars face Eritrea in an AFCON qualifier, with Coach McCarthy calling the team a "sinking ship." The Law Society of Kenya threatens to resume court boycotts over alleged judicial misconduct, and DP Kindiki vows a crackdown on illicit brew manufacturers. Kenya's first commercial oil production gets a boost with a new drilling rig arriving at Mombasa port. President Ruto begins a development tour of the Coast region. Public servants are urged to embrace AI or face redundancy. In Migori, a mine collapse traps two women, with rescue operations ongoing. Security is beefed up in Samburu, Isiolo, and Meru counties to curb cattle rustling. Missing activist Collins Otieno has been found dumped along Thika Road. Meanwhile, over 150 Bonchari households will finally get electricity after 60 years.

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GW70 Drilling Rig Arrives in Mombasa for Kenya's First Commercial Oil Production

Kenya is a significant step closer to commercial oil production with the arrival of a 1,500 horsepower drilling rig, the GW70, at the Port of Mombasa. The rig, valued at over KSh2.59 billion (USD 20 million), marks the beginning of preparations for Kenya's first commercial oil drilling in the South Lokichar Basin. Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote plans to generate 1,000 megawatts of electricity at his planned refinery in Lamu, with a portion to be sold to the Kenyan government. President William Ruto commenced an 8-day development tour of Kenya's Coast region, focusing on land reforms and significant industrial projects including the Lamu refinery groundbreaking where 200,000 title deeds were distributed.

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150 Bonchari Households Set for Electricity After Six Decades in Darkness

Over 150 households in Bonchari Constituency are set to receive electricity for the first time after six decades without power, following the launch of a last-mile connectivity project in Nyabioti village. The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has introduced new fines for homes and businesses that feed excess solar power into the Kenya Power network without approval. The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) is enhancing flood preparedness at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in anticipation of the potential El Niño weather phenomenon.

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KSG Chief Urges Public Servants to Embrace AI or Be Rendered Redundant

Public servants in Kenya must embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) or risk becoming irrelevant in their roles, according to the Director General of the Kenya School of Government (KSG), Prof Nura Mohamed. A total of 169 Kenyan language assistants are set to travel to France for the 2026-2027 academic year, marking a significant expansion of educational ties between the two nations. Meanwhile, a new survey reveals that while a significant majority of young Africans are confident speaking up about issues, they struggle to translate this willingness into tangible policy action.

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Missing Activist Found Dumped Along Thika Road After Search for Fellow Activist

Human rights activist Collins Otieno was found alive after being reported missing for three days, discovered dumped along Thika Road and receiving treatment at Neema Uhai Hospital. He had gone missing while searching for a fellow activist. Detectives have recovered the motorcycle reportedly used by the gunman in the fatal shooting of lawyer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, following the arrest of three suspects in connection with the murder. Eldoret police have also arrested a suspect linked to a series of violent robberies in the Munyaka area following crucial tip-offs from the public.

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Kenya Records Over 11 Billion Cyber Attacks Amid Rising Digital Threats

Kenya faced a significant surge in cyber threats during the 2025/26 financial year, with over 11.1 billion recorded incidents, marking a substantial increase from the previous year. The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi issued a warning about a potential data breach involving personal and health information collected from travelers during Ebola screening at Kenyan ports of entry. Police in Kisumu arrested two suspects following a raid on a city centre shop allegedly linked to a syndicate involved in hacking and tampering with stolen mobile phones.

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Kalonzo Musyoka Seeks to Inherit Raila’s Political Mantle in Western Kenya

Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Ukombozi Alliance, is seeking to inherit the political mantle of the late Raila Odinga in Western Kenya, with his campaign aiming to solidify opposition support ahead of the 2027 General Election. Businessman Ronny Raburu expressed sadness over the dissolution of the Azimio coalition, a name he claims to have coined for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Meanwhile, Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka has urged leaders in Western Kenya to prioritize development over early succession politics, despite ongoing discussions about the region's demand for the Deputy President position in 2027. These three stories are connected through their focus on Western Kenya's political succession dynamics following Raila Odinga's political legacy.

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Court Blocks Arrest of Directors Over Sh195m KPA Tender Row

The High Court in Mombasa has temporarily blocked criminal investigations and potential arrests related to a Sh195 million dispute over container handling machines. The court issued conservatory orders preventing the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) from taking action against a company and its associates. In a separate legal development, a dispute has erupted over a Sh93 billion oil storage deal between Gulf Energy and the Kenyan government concerning the Kipevu Oil Storage Facility. Meanwhile, a businessman and a researcher are suing NCBA Bank Kenya and the State for Sh2 billion in damages after a five-year criminal case that ended in their acquittal in November 2025.

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CCTV, Ballistics Link Four Suspects to Lawyer Mathew Mbobu's Killing

CCTV footage and ballistics analysis have linked four suspects to the killing of lawyer Mathew Mbobu. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has reportedly uncovered new evidence implicating four individuals in the murder of lawyer Willis Otieno Mbobu. In a separate incident, Boniface Muteti, who had been reported missing in Nairobi, has been found injured in Lukenya. A domestic dispute in Shauri Yako village, Mombasa, has also resulted in the deaths of a mother and her 6-year-old daughter, while another man is in police custody in Nyali, Mombasa after allegedly killing his wife and their six-year-old son.

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DP Kindiki Vows Crackdown on Illicit Brew Manufacturers

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has declared a stringent crackdown on manufacturers of illicit brews, vowing to shut down their operations and bring them to justice. In Kiambu, the County Commissioner issued an immediate ban on the collection of empty alcohol bottles by unlicensed individuals, aiming to curb alleged resale of bottles to illegal distillers. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua also pledged to close down all companies involved in manufacturing illicit brews if the united opposition government secures victory in the upcoming 2027 general election. The coordinated efforts signal a intensifying battle against illegal alcohol production and distribution.

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Harambee Stars to Face Eritrea in AFCON Qualifier on Saturday

Kenya's Harambee Stars are set to kick off their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign on Saturday afternoon against Eritrea. Coach Benni McCarthy is facing crucial decisions before the match and has raised concerns about the team's performance, describing the national team as a sinking ship. The government has indicated plans to engage the Salaries and Remuneration Commission on reviewing national team players' allowances. Meanwhile, Uganda secured the bronze medal at the Africa Netball Cup, defeating Kenya with a final score of 46-35.

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Mine Collapse in Migori Traps Two Women; Rescue Operations Underway

A mine collapsed in the Matanda area of Migori County, trapping at least two women inside. Rescue operations are currently underway to save the trapped women. Separately, Kenyan farmers face significant hurdles in adopting modern agricultural technologies due to escalating costs and insufficient financial support. Several families in Samburu are also demanding compensation following the loss of their livestock during a recent security operation aimed at restoring peace in the region.

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Former British soldier Dave Bell nears Kenya after a 29,000km solo ocean journey. Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote plans 1,000 megawatts of electricity at his Lamu refinery. Four suspects are linked to lawyer Mathew Mbobu's killing, while a domestic tragedy in Mombasa sees a man in custody after allegedly killing his wife and son. Harambee Stars face Eritrea in an AFCON qualifier, with Coach McCarthy calling the team a "sinking ship." The Law Society of Kenya threatens to resume court boycotts over alleged judicial misconduct, and DP Kindiki vows a crackdown on illicit brew manufacturers. Kenya's first commercial oil production gets a boost with a new drilling rig arriving at Mombasa port. President Ruto begins a development tour of the Coast region. Public servants are urged to embrace AI or face redundancy. In Migori, a mine collapse traps two women, with rescue operations ongoing. Security is beefed up in Samburu, Isiolo, and Meru counties to curb cattle rustling. Missing activist Collins Otieno has been found dumped along Thika Road. Meanwhile, over 150 Bonchari households will finally get electricity after 60 years.

Former British soldier Dave Bell nears Kenya after a 29,000km solo ocean journey. Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote plans 1,000 megawatts of electricity at his Lamu refinery. Four suspects are linked to lawyer Mathew Mbobu's killing, while a domestic tragedy in Mombasa sees a man in custody after allegedly killing his wife and son. Harambee Stars face Eritrea in an AFCON qualifier, with Coach McCarthy calling the team a "sinking ship." The Law Society of Kenya threatens to resume court boycotts over alleged judicial misconduct, and DP Kindiki vows a crackdown on illicit brew manufacturers. Kenya's first commercial oil production gets a boost with a new drilling rig arriving at Mombasa port. President Ruto begins a development tour of the Coast region. Public servants are urged to embrace AI or face redundancy. In Migori, a mine collapse traps two women, with rescue operations ongoing. Security is beefed up in Samburu, Isiolo, and Meru counties to curb cattle rustling. Missing activist Collins Otieno has been found dumped along Thika Road. Meanwhile, over 150 Bonchari households will finally get electricity after 60 years.

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