Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has defended Kenya's Ebola preparedness and quarantine measures in court against challenges from the Katiba Institute and the Law Society of Kenya. Public Health PS Muthoni has stressed the critical need for fully equipped Ebola quarantine centres, even at significant expense, to prevent potential outbreaks. At the same time, concerns have been raised that Ruto and Aden Duale would be held accountable for any risks associated with Ebola.

The Director of Public Prosecutions has approved charges against former Nairobi County planning chief Patrick Analo Akivaga and 80 other individuals, including developers and construction professionals, in connection with the deadly collapse of Manzil Towers in South C, Nairobi. The charges include manslaughter and criminal negligence. The collapse occurred on January 2, 2026, and claimed the lives of two security guards. Additionally, Nairobi County officials are among those facing criminal charges for their roles in the incident.

Kenya is intensifying its surveillance and preparedness measures against the Ebola Virus Disease, having screened over 80,000 travelers at various points of entry. All 56 suspected samples tested have been negative for the virus. The government is reinforcing surveillance and preparedness measures due to regional links to outbreaks in neighboring Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Kenya has confirmed it remains free of Ebola despite regional outbreaks.

Kenyans are expressing significant fear and anger over the United States establishing a quarantine facility at the Laikipia Air Base to handle potential Ebola cases from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Kakamega County government is establishing two Ebola quarantine centres to bolster Kenya's preparedness against the virus. Meanwhile, opposition leaders are intensifying their campaign against the proposed Ebola facility in Laikipia.

A wave of unrest, including fires and strikes, is sweeping through Kenya's schools, raising serious concerns about student safety, overcrowding, and deteriorating relationships between learners and administrators. Several secondary schools in the Gusii region have been closed due to student unrest and fires within their premises. Following recent school fires, a group of Kenyan church leaders is advocating for the gradual abolition of boarding schools, attributing them to rising student indiscipline.

Kenya's national women's football team, the Harambee Starlets, are set to face hosts Zambia in a FIFA Four Nations Tournament match as part of their preparations for the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament kicks off this weekend, with the Starlets beginning their campaign in what signals the start of their international competition. This follows their recent friendly match preparations against the same opponent. The team is gearing up to face Zambia, also known as the Copper Queens, in what represents a significant encounter for their ongoing development. The match serves as crucial preparation ahead of the continental tournament.

Kenya's national women's football team, Harambee Starlets, are preparing to face Zambia in the Four Nations tournament, with the match scheduled for this afternoon. The team is set to face off against Coppers Queens in a match for the FIFA Four-Nation Tournament as part of their ongoing development. Eighteen nations have confirmed their participation in the 2026 World Cup Rafting Championship African leg, set to be held in Kenya. The fifth edition of the Nairobi City Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, drawing a record number of participants. The 2026 Africa Davis Cup Group IV tournament has also been officially launched, marking a significant event for Kenyan tennis.

Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia have secured a major sponsorship boost, renewing their partnership with Kansai Plascon Kenya Limited for Sh30 million. The club is projected to earn over KSh170 million after a highly successful season. Joe Waithira has been awarded the top scorer award in the FKF Premier League after scoring 19 goals, while Enock Morrison also received recognition at the FKF Premier League Awards following their exceptional performances. The Football Kenya Federation, led by its President Hussein Mohammed, has called for player welfare to be prioritized in the advancement of football across Africa. Gor Mahia has also secured a new sponsorship deal providing financial boost ahead of their journey in the CAF Champions League.

A group of Kenya Kwanza leaders from Western Kenya are demanding the Deputy President slot in the 2027 General Election, asserting it is their region's turn. Kalonzo Musyoka is reportedly planning a Sh25,000-a-plate dinner as part of his efforts to launch his 2027 presidential bid. In Busia County, calls for enhanced voter education and constitutional awareness are growing, driven by ongoing public discussions on the proposed 2026/2027 Finance Bill and the upcoming 2027 General Election.

Kenya's Public Health PS Muthoni has stressed the critical need for fully equipped Ebola quarantine centres, even at significant expense, to prevent potential outbreaks. Mukungu has stated that Ruto and Aden Duale would be held responsible for any risks associated with Ebola. Opposition leaders have intensified their campaign against the proposed Ebola facility in Laikipia.