Matatu strike disrupts Nairobi transport as operators air security grievances

A strike by public service vehicle (PSV) operators disrupted Nairobi's transport sector for several hours on Monday morning, stranding hundreds of commuters. The action, which involved blocking major roads, was in protest of alleged insecurity and impoundment of vehicles.

ODM rules out presidential, deputy president claims in talks with UDA

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced it will not seek the President or Deputy President positions in its ongoing power-sharing talks with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). This signals a shift towards policy and governance rather than top executive offices, with ODM focusing on securing a fair share of influence within government.

Protests erupt at Njoro Girls High School over death of Form Four student

Protests erupted on Monday at Njoro Girls High School in Nakuru County following the death of Form Four student Brenda Akinyi, 18, under unclear circumstances. Parents and residents demonstrated, alleging negligence by the school administration regarding her medical attention.

Raphael Tuju resigns as Azimio executive director

Raphael Tuju has officially resigned from his position as Executive Director of the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party. He announced his resignation in a letter to coalition chairman Uhuru Kenyatta.

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CBK Issues Strict Warning on Money Bouquets and Currency Misuse

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) issued a strict warning on February 2, 2026, against the misuse of banknotes for decorative purposes, specifically targeting practices like creating “cash flower bouquets.” The CBK emphasized that such actions deface legal tender and have significant legal and economic ramifications.

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Nyota programme transforming youth livelihoods, Kindiki

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly defended the Kenya Kwanza administration's economic agenda, asserting that President William Ruto's bottom-up approach is already benefiting young Kenyans. Speaking in Kisumu during the launch of the NYOTA youth empowerment program, Kindiki highlighted the government's commitment to transforming livelihoods through job creation and economic inclusion.

Lawyer sues govt over failure to regulate boda boda business

A Nairobi lawyer, Rogers Monda, has sued the Kenyan government over its failure to regulate the boda boda (commercial motorcycle) business, citing rampant road carnage, mob violence, and sexual assaults across the country. He argues that this inaction violates constitutional rights and has led to a significant increase in fatalities and crime.

Mtaji wa Nyota Kisumu: Zaidi ya vijana 8,000 wanufaika

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CBK warns Kenyans against ‘money bouquets', cites currency misuse, damage

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has issued a warning to the public against the practice of creating "money bouquets" and other decorative displays using Kenya Shilling banknotes. This trend compromises currency integrity, interferes with cash processing, and leads to premature withdrawal and replacement of notes at an avoidable cost.

Gov't probes Langata cemetery burials amid concerns over identity, cause of death

The Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services has launched an investigation into the burial of nine individuals, believed to be street-connected persons, at Lang’ata Cemetery in January 2026. Concerns have been raised regarding the unidentified nature of the deceased and the lack of official documentation concerning their identities and causes of death.

Govt Unlocks New Opportunities for Kenyans to Work Abroad

The initiative forms part of Kenya’s broader strategy to leverage labour mobility as a tool for economic development, remittances growth, and skills transfer.

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Pokot Magharibi: Wakazi wapokea dawa baada ya kuumia kwa muda mrefu

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