Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit of the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) has strongly condemned the alleged abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich and a rise in political goonism.

• The Archbishop warned that growing political intolerance and attacks on freedom of expression could undermine Kenya’s democratic space.
• Key figures involved include Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit and Alex Kiprotich, along with Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of Police.
• Ole Sapit also cautioned youth against being recruited into political violence for short-term financial gain and urged politicians to focus on issue-based campaigns ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Nation Media Group (NMG) has announced significant editorial leadership changes across East Africa, effective September 16, 2026.

• Group Editor-in-Chief Joe Ageyo is moving to Uganda as Editor-in-Chief.
• Harry Misiko is appointed Acting Editor-in-Chief for Kenya.
• The restructuring follows NMG's recent board changes after a controlling stake acquisition by Taarifa Ltd.

Kenya’s Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Peter Tum, has been absolved of a KSh1.84 million surcharge. The State Corporations Appeal Tribunal cleared him of financial liability stemming from an irregular appointment during his time as CEO of the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC).

• KSh1,837,355 surcharge quashed.
• Key individuals: Peter Tum, Dr. Miriam Ndunge Muthoka.
• The Tribunal ruled Tum was not present for the board decision due to a conflict of interest.