Concerns over building safety grow as the Engineering Board of Kenya demands accountability after recent collapses. Over 100 families in Nairobi's Marurui were displaced following demolitions on disputed land, prompting government plans for stricter safety standards. The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) is pushing for a 12% minimum wage increase, with workers urging President Ruto to fulfil the promise amid rising costs. Meanwhile, Parliament is investigating financial misconduct, with the Football Kenya Federation facing scrutiny over an alleged Sh43 million insurance scandal and a Sh42 million CHAN scandal.
FKF Assures Lawmakers Kenya Ready for AFCON 2027 as Governance Crisis Brews: The Football Kenya Federation has assured lawmakers that Kenya is fully prepared to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Tanzania and Uganda. However, the federation faces a significant crisis with a McDonald Mariga-led faction presenting Parliament with allegations of deep governance, financial, and administrative failures. This comes amid a controversial CHAN insurance deal that has intensified internal power struggles. Meanwhile, the Kenyan Premier League is experiencing a tense run-in, with teams fighting intensely for both league glory at the top and to avoid relegation at the bottom, highlighting the broader challenges facing Kenyan football.
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Waziri Mkuu atetea kazi ya bodi ya usalama majengo: The Engineering Board of Kenya is demanding accountability following a series of building collapses across the country. This comes as over 100 families in Marurui, Nairobi, were rendered homeless after their high-end homes were demolished on a disputed land parcel along the Northern Bypass. Meanwhile, the government has announced plans to address building safety standards and hold responsible parties accountable for substandard construction practices. COTU yatetea nyongeza ya mishahara ya asilimia 12: The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) is advocating for a significant increase in minimum wage, proposing a 12% raise to address workers' economic challenges. Workers are calling on President Ruto to fulfill his promise of a 12% salary increment, citing rising costs of living and financial instability. Some Kenyan workers are additionally proposing the establishment of an alternative workers' organization to challenge the leadership of COTU, reflecting divisions within the labor movement. Bunge lachunguza madai ya ufujaji fedha: The Kenyan Parliament is currently investigating serious allegations of financial mismanagement and misappropriation of funds within various institutions. The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) leadership crisis has intensified as Vice President McDonald Mariga and 8 National Executive Committee Members are summoned by Parliament to reveal details of an alleged 43 Million insurance scandal. Additionally, FKF is facing intense scrutiny over allegations of a Sh42 million scandal related to the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN), sparking widespread calls for accountability within the football governing body.
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The Ministry of Education is launching a new real-time digital system within the next month to tackle persistent textbook shortages affecting Kenya's Competency-Based Education (CBE) curriculum. Separately, the Education Ministry is implementing a policy shift to increase student enrollment in the country's top-performing national and extra-county schools. In Nakuru County, the government will provide free uniforms to all public Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) learners beginning October this year, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on parents and strengthen early learning outcomes.
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FKF Assures Lawmakers Kenya Ready for AFCON 2027 - May 2026
The Football Kenya Federation has assured lawmakers that Kenya is fully prepared to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alongside Tanzania and Uganda. This comes amid a deepening crisis within FKF, with a McDonald Mariga-led faction presenting Parliament with allegations of deep governance, financial, and administrative failures within the federation. The controversy involves a contentious CHAN insurance deal that has intensified internal power struggles. Meanwhile, the Kenyan Premier League is experiencing a tense run-in, with teams fighting intensely for both league glory at the top and to avoid relegation at the bottom. All three stories relate to Kenyan football, spanning international hosting preparations, domestic league competition, and federation governance issues.
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Banks Freeze Billions As Absa Unveils KSh100B SME Boost - May 2026
Kenyan banks have frozen billions of shillings after closing a staggering 78.7 million dormant accounts, as institutions grapple with inactive balances. Absa Bank Kenya has announced a significant financial injection worth KSh 100 billion aimed at empowering Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and individuals across the country. Meanwhile, Del Monte Kenya has announced a contribution exceeding KSh 100 billion to the Kenyan economy, highlighting the agricultural giant's impactful role in the nation's financial landscape. Kenya's diaspora is also evolving its financial contributions, moving beyond remittances to actively investing in Kenyan startups.
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FKF Leadership Crisis Deepens As Executives Face Parliamentary Summons Over Sh43M Insurance Scandal - May 2026
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) leadership crisis has intensified as Vice President McDonald Mariga and 8 National Executive Committee Members are summoned by Parliament to reveal details of an alleged 43 Million insurance scandal. This comes as the federation faces intense scrutiny over separate allegations of a Sh42 million scandal related to the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Deputy President Mariga has addressed allegations of financial mismanagement within the federation under President Hussein Mohammed's leadership. These controversies have sparked widespread concern and calls for accountability within Kenya's football governing body.
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Presidents Ruto And Suluhu Push To Unlock Trade As Fuel Shortage Looms At Port Of Mombasa - May 2026
Presidents William Ruto of Kenya and Samia Suluhu of Tanzania are collaborating to boost trade and investment within the East African region. President Ruto addressed Tanzania Parliament in Dodoma, highlighting a significant oil refinery project set for Tanga region. However, a looming fuel shortage in Kenya is being attributed to significant delays at the Port of Mombasa, raising concerns about potential disruptions to the economy. Fly 748 has meanwhile resumed operations, reopening crucial flight routes connecting Nairobi, Mombasa, and Ukunda.
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The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) is advocating for a significant increase in minimum wage, proposing a 12% raise. Workers are calling on President Ruto to fulfill his promise of a 12% salary increment, expressing their desire for improved living conditions and financial stability. Some Kenyan workers are proposing the establishment of an alternative workers' organization to challenge COTU's leadership, signaling divisions within the labor movement.
