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2 storiesMaureen Waititu urges women to overcome challenges like deadbeat fathers. Rev. Lucy Natasha discussed "dowry deadlock" in her cross-cultural marriage, highlighting negotiation required for cultural differences.
President Ruto, in Kisumu, called for national unity, urging Kenyans to reject tribal politics and backing a UDA-ODM coalition for 2027 while declaring an end to mediocrity. Elsewhere, Kajiado County grapples with a severe water crisis stemming from over 586 million Kenyan Shillings in water utility debt. The government also launched a 9.1 billion Kenyan Shilling US-backed runway expansion in Lamu and the "Epuka Uchafu, Afya Nyumbani" campaign in Kiambu. The United Opposition issued a two-week ultimatum to the Inspector-General over rogue police, threatening protests. KRA detailed taxpayer deregistration, and lobby groups petitioned PSC over ODPP hirings, while ODM faces an existential crisis over succession.
The Kenyan and U.S. governments have launched a Ksh9.1 billion runway expansion project at Kenya Navy Base Manda Bay in Lamu, aiming to enhance regional peace and security operations. Separately, Kenya is set to host its first International Investment Conference and Trade Fair on Indigenous Knowledge Intellectual Assets (IKIA) in Murang’a County in April 2026. This conference is designed to commercialize ancestral knowledge and promote indigenous crops. In the political sphere, the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party plans to establish a political leadership school. To facilitate this, a UDA delegation led by Secretary General Hassan Omar Hassan is currently in China studying the Communist Party of China's (CPC) expertise in cadre training and grassroots mobilization.
Kajiado County is facing a severe water crisis as its three main utilities reported a combined negative working capital exceeding KSh 586 million. This was revealed during a Senate session where Governor Joseph Ole Lenku responded to an audit report detailing systemic failures and alleged mismanagement. In a separate matter of public administration, a coalition of Kenyan Civil Society Organizations has petitioned the Public Service Commission (PSC) regarding recent staffing changes and job advertisements at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP). Meanwhile, at the groundbreaking for the Law Society of Kenya's (LSK) Wakili Towers in Nairobi, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen affirmed the government's openness to constructive criticism.
President William Ruto is intensifying efforts for coalition talks between his UDA party and ODM leadership while unveiling development projects in Kisumu. Concurrently, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi is urging leaders in the Western region to join the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Mudavadi warned that the region risks political marginalization if it does not unite under the ruling party. In a separate development, Idah Odinga, widow of the late Raila Odinga, thanked President William Ruto for his assistance. She revealed his help was instrumental in honoring her husband's wish to be buried within 72 hours, a request that had surprised the family.
NTT DATA and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have signed a multi-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) to help enterprises scale responsible agentic AI. The partnership focuses on cloud transformation and AI integration to deliver tailored enterprise solutions. Separately, Vertiv has launched Vertiv Next Predict, an AI-powered managed service designed for data center maintenance. This platform provides predictive intelligence by analyzing asset behavior to mitigate risks before they materialize. In the social media space, Instagram is reportedly testing a direct shortcut to “Manus AI” integration. This is one of three significant upcoming changes being developed for the platform.
Kenyan opposition leaders are threatening protests following violent disruptions at their political rallies. The opposition is also threatening widespread protests across the nation, accusing the police of complicity in a recent church attack in Nyeri where tear gas and bullets were reportedly used. The united opposition is also threatening nationwide demonstrations if the individuals responsible for an attack on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are not apprehended. They are calling on authorities to address the incidents and ensure the safety of their political gatherings.
Kenya's public transport sector is facing uncertainty and confusion due to a looming matatu strike scheduled for Monday. The strike is intended to protest the growing incidents of public service vehicles (PSVs) being set ablaze by boda boda operators following road accidents. The announced national strike is threatening widespread disruption and is sparking concern among commuters regarding their travel plans. KTN News Kenya is providing live updates on the unfolding situation.
The Harambee Starlets are holding a one-week mini-camp for 23 home-based players to assess their potential for the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations, with the main camp beginning on February 15. In the SportPesa Premier League, Tusker is set to play Posta Rangers at St. Sebastian Park in Murang'a, while league leaders Gor Mahia will host Sofapaka. The 2025/26 Kenya Cup Matchday 7 features a relegation battle between MMUST RFC, Kisumu RFC, and Nakuru RFC. In the same rugby competition, Kabras Sugar, Menengai Oilers, and KCB Rugby continue their fight for the title.
Mandera Governor Aden Khalif is facing scrutiny regarding the utilization of a KSh 449 million emergency fund. The governor is on the spot over the expenditure of the KSh 449m. Questions have arisen amid concerns about transparency and accountability in the management of public resources for crisis response. The development is being covered by KTN News Kenya as part of its breaking news updates within Kenya.
President William Ruto has called for talks between his United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to form the next government, emphasizing national unity. He is actively engaging with the Luo Nyanza region, signaling a potential political realignment ahead of the 2027 general election. As part of these efforts, President Ruto is reportedly strengthening his political influence in South Nyanza. This move comes ahead of anticipated talks between the UDA and ODM parties.
Bahati, born Kevin Kioko, has publicly reaffirmed his commitment to his wife, Diana Marua, amidst speculation following her clearing her Instagram and the couple unfollowing each other. The incident, which began on January 22, 2026, has led to public debate over whether it is a genuine marital crisis or a marketing stunt. In a separate statement on Thursday, January 29, 2026, media personality Maureen Waititu urged both women and men in Kenya to overcome setbacks such as "deadbeat fathers" and reclaim their personal power. Meanwhile, Reverend Lucy Natasha recently revealed the "dowry deadlock" she encountered when marrying her Indian-descent husband. This highlighted a significant cultural reversal of expectations that required extensive negotiation.
Maureen Waititu urges women to overcome challenges like deadbeat fathers. Rev. Lucy Natasha discussed "dowry deadlock" in her cross-cultural marriage, highlighting negotiation required for cultural differences.
Ruto faces legal challenges over public participation, as he courts Nyanza for UDA-ODM coalition and launches Kisumu projects. Opposition demands IGP arrest officers in Othaya church attack. Idah Odinga reveals Raila's 72-hour burial wish.
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President Ruto, in Kisumu, urged Kenyans to reject tribal politics, backing a UDA-ODM coalition for 2027 and stressing national unity. Separately, he declared Kenya will no longer settle for mediocrity. In other news, Kajiado County faces a severe water crisis due to over 586 million Kenyan Shillings in debt across three water utilities. The government also launched a 9.1 billion Kenyan Shilling US-backed runway expansion at Kenya Navy Base Manda Bay, Lamu, for regional security and the "Epuka Uchafu, Afya Nyumbani" campaign in Kiambu. The United Opposition issued a two-week ultimatum to the Inspector-General over rogue police and attacks, threatening protests. UDA plans to launch a leadership school, drawing inspiration from China's Communist Party. Meanwhile, KRA detailed the taxpayer deregistration process, and lobby groups petitioned PSC over ODPP hirings. ODM faces an existential crisis amid succession concerns.