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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 01.07.2026.
It displays 104 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
01.07.2026 ⇢ The Day the Cabinet Was Ruled Unconstitutional
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The day was dominated by the High Court's declaration that President Ruto's broad-based government lacks constitutional basis, ordering a reconstitution within 120 days to meet the two-thirds gender rule. This ruling, reported from early morning by Kenyans and later by Daily Nation, set the editorial tone. Morning headlines also tracked the Utumishi Girls Academy murder trial, where eight students pleaded not guilty, and the NTSA's controversial traffic fines paid to private accounts. By afternoon, the focus shifted to the suspension of NTSA's mandatory annual vehicle inspection by the High Court, and a crackdown on fake health products. Evening reports highlighted the fatal shooting of a youth mobiliser inside a PS's car, with seven people grilled, and a train fire causing panic. Throughout the day, editors also noted Babu Owino topping the Infotrak MP performance survey, and the government's cybersecurity push amid rising digital threats.
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His comments came after Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement under US sponsorship last week to pave the way for peace between them and disarm Hezbollah.
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It comes ahead of a planned opposition march on July 8 against what it condemns as government plans to enable the president to cling to power.
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03:03⇢Gender Rule Deadline Looms Over Cabinet
⌨Editors focus on the High Court order for President Ruto to reconstitute the Cabinet within 120 days to meet the two-thirds gender rule (Daily Nation). Meanwhile, Governor Waiguru's criticism of IPOA for failing to curb police abductions gains traction (TV47 Digital), and the agriculture plan targeting 2 million new jobs is highlighted (Eastleigh Voice).
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The poll of 2,022 voters showed Republicans and President Donald Trump's Make America Great Again base were skeptical of foreign aid before getting more details.
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It was among tough new rules introduced to parliament Tuesday in a bid to clamp down on the numbers of irregular immigrants, which will start being put into place towards the end of the year....
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MTU mmoja aliuawa kwa kupigwa risasi huku wengine wawili wakijeruhiwa Jumanne wakati maandamano ya...
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IEBC accuse political leaders of funding goons and then blaming the commission once the damage has been done.
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Since late May, protests have been held against the construction of a luxury hotel backed by Trump’s daughter Ivanka and her husband Jared Kushner in a nature reserve in Zvernec, on Albania's southwes...
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SHA revealed that the current Provider Portal will be progressively phased out before being completely shut down and deactivated....
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The Cabinet has approved additional financing for the Modogashe-Samatar and Rhamu-Mandera road sections, paving the way for faster completion of the 750-kilometre Isiolo-Mandera highway to boost connectivity, trade and economic growth in Northern Kenya.
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HUKU uchaguzi mkuu wa 2027 ukizidi kukaribia, Mbunge wa Kiharu Ndindi Nyoro anakabiliwa na uamuzi...
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Kenyans.co.ke
The decision is expected to shape future presidential appointments by reinforcing that constitutional requirements on…
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If adopted, parents with children in national schools would see annual fees rise from Sh53,554 to Sh87,78.
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HUKU viongozi wa upinzani wakiharakisha juhudi za kuunda muungano kuelekea Uchaguzi Mkuu wa Agosti...
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Eastleigh Voice
However, the lack of visible injuries has raised concern among family members and political leaders, who want experts to establish what may have happened to him during the period he was missing.
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Eastleigh Voice
However, the lack of visible injuries has raised concern among family members and political leaders, who want experts to establish what may have happened to him during the period he was missing.
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A new population law and regulations coming into effect Wednesday extend maternity leave from six to seven months for mothers having a second child as well as offering financial help....
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08:44⇢Cabinet Unconstitutional
⌨Editors focus on the High Court declaring Ruto's Cabinet unconstitutional (Kenyans), while parents reject proposed school fee hikes (Daily Nation). The activist Davis Lichuma remains unresponsive with no physical injuries (Eastleigh Voice). Police digital trackers and Vietnam's baby bonus also feature.
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KARIBU muongo mmoja uliopita, safari ya kuelekea Lamu ilikuwa sawa na kuingia eneo la vita kutokana...
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The directive follows a comprehensive payroll audit conducted by the Ministry of Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes under Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku. The audit expos...
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Citizen TV
Although Kenya is already a signatory to the OAU convention, it has not acceded to the UN Mercenaries Convention.
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NTSA Director General, Nashon Kondiwa, has defended the authority’s decision to require motorists slapped with instant traffic fines to make payments physically at KCB Bank branc...
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The explanation comes amid public uproar after several transactions by motorists who were required to pay for instant…
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TUME Huru ya Uchaguzi na Mipaka (IEBC) imetangaza kuwa watu ambao si maajenti rasmi...
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Eastleigh Voice
Parents have also questioned why they should continue paying additional costs such as transport, uniforms and learning materials when public education is expected to be largely financed by the State.
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Before the defence team could cross-examine him, Juma was assassinated.
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RIPOTI ya Mdhibiti wa Bajeti imefichua kuwa kaunti 10, zikiwemo Nairobi, Mombasa, Machakos, Wajir...
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Bungoma County will in August launch an integrated mass deworming campaign targeting school-going children and vulnerable members of the community as part of renewed efforts to curb the spread of…
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Women, children and vulnerable families are set to benefit from a raft of new policy and legal reforms after the Cabinet approved measures aimed at strengthening protection against gender based…
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Citizen TV
The facility is expected to create employment opportunities, boost incomes for livestock farmers and pastoralist communities, and stimulate economic growth across the region. ...
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Ever since Elon Musk rolled out X's Creator Ads Revenue Sharing program, a hyper-active economy of 'impression farmers' and digital hustlers has exploded across Nairobi
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Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has been ranked as the best-performing MP in Kenya in the latest survey by Infotrak Research....
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The eight students appeared before Justice Diana Kavedza at the Kibera High Court on Wednesday, where each pleaded not guilty to the charges arising from the tragedy.
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12:54⇢The School Fire Murder Plea
⌨Editors focus on the Utumishi Girls Academy murder trial, where eight students pleaded not guilty to 16 counts of murder over a fatal school fire (Eastleigh Voice). Meanwhile, the NTSA controversy over traffic fines paid to private accounts continues, with the agency explaining the issue (Kenyans, Tuko).
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The DP said policy disruption common in Africa weakens investors’ trust and confidence making the continent unattractive for huge investments needed to uplift the region’s development. ...
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Motorists have been receiving notifications and alerts from numbers claiming to be NTSA's, with members of the…
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KUNDI la kwanza la Wakenya wanaotoroka mashambulizi ya kibaguzi dhidi ya wageni nchini Afrika...
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Eight minors from Utumishi Girls Academy have been formally arraigned and charged with murder in connection with the death of a fellow student, with the High Court moving to ensure…
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The survey placed Kabuchai MP Joseph Kalasinga second with 78 per cent, followed by Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and Taveta MP John Bwire, who tied for third place with 76 per cent each....
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The survey placed Kabuchai MP Joseph Kalasinga second with 78 per cent, followed by Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and Taveta MP John Bwire, who tied for third place with 76 per cent each....
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Kenya has stepped up preparations for the Africa Netball Cup 2026 following the successful conclusion of the Kenya Netball Federation (KNF) Cup, which doubled up as the national team selection…
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HALI tegemezi ‘nge’ – na ‘ngali’- hutumiwa kutunga sentensi zinazoashiria kuwa kitendo...
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Citizen TV
These acoustic weapons, also known as sound cannons, project very loud, focused sound over long distances and, in this case, for purposes of dispersing crowds and protesters....
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The government has outlawed the delivery of antibiotics through motorcycle riders and courier services as part of a broader crackdown on the growing circulation of substandard and falsified medicines in…
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Dr. Munyu noted that over the past eight months, the Board has undertaken regulatory reforms aimed at strengthening the integrity of Kenya’s health products regulatory system....
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Before the defence team could cross-examine him, Juma was assassinated.
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Eastleigh Voice
NGEC said the decisions adopted by the Cabinet on June 30 "mark an important step in strengthening Kenya's legal, policy and institutional framework for the protection of women, children and vulnerable families.
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Ruto exposed part of the humiliation that African Countries go through to secure loans from lenders....
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The mandatory inspection by the NTSA has brought confusion amongst motorists, with the inspection expected to happen…
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16:02⇢The Inspection Suspension and the Fake Medicine Crackdown
⌨Editors focus on the High Court suspending NTSA's mandatory annual vehicle inspection (The Kenya Times, Kenyans), while a crackdown on fake health products, including Viagra and HIV kits, is reported (Citizen, TV47 Digital). The Gender and Equality Commission praises Cabinet approval of GBV and child protection reforms (Eastleigh Voice).
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Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has been named Kenya’s top-performing legislator in the latest Infotrak survey, recording an approval rating of 80 per cent to claim the top…
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Internal Security and National Administration PS Dr. Raymond Omollo said Kenya's rapid digital transformation has boosted economic growth and improved public service delivery, but has also heightened...
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Nyokabi's badly bruised body was found next to a popular bar.
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Professor Makau Mutua has called for an investigation into the fatal shooting of 28-year-old Cecil Ouma during an event attended by Youth Affairs and Creative Economy Principal Sec...
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KMPDU Secretary General Dr. Davji Atellah said the union had formally issued the notice after the county allegedly failed to honour commitments contained in the Return-to-Work Agreement (RTWA) signed...
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The complaint, filed by Peter Agoro and John Wagai under the Data Protection Act, challenges the implementation of the Traffic (Motor Vehicle Inspection) Rules, 2026, which came into force on July 1,...
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KILA saa sita mchana kijiji cha Nyanguru, eneobunge la Nyaribari Chache, Kaunti ya Kisii, Mike...
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The project, launched by President William Ruto three months ago, had initially stalled due to China’s slashed funding for large African infrastructure projects under its Belt and Road Initiative....
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The Kisumu County Government has unveiled a six-point security action plan aimed at tackling crime, dismantling criminal gangs and strengthening public safety across the county following a joint security meeting…
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High Court ruled that the political "accommodation" is a breach of Kenya's multiparty democracy.
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Senior Principal Magistrate Betty Koech ruled that Keith Mutuku Muli, Esther Mumbua Mwololo, and Yussuf Said be freed, closing their files.However, she directed that the cases against Christopher Mwen...
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TV47 Digital
Audit reports expose missing title deeds, land grabs, weak planning and billions in public assets at risk as National Land Commission launches new land management guide. Public institutions across Kenya…
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Between January and June 2026, at least seven buildings have collapsed, with at least 17 people succumbing in the…
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Milimani law courts has ordered the detention of Halima Ngache for three days to allow detectives to complete investigations into allegations of cyber harassment arising from posts published on an…
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The police watchdog is investigating allegations of excessive force, unlawful arrests, abductions and officers concealing their identities during the June 25 demonstrations in Nairobi, Mombasa and other parts of the country.
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Citizen TV
Muhoozi may seem entertaining at first, but things can quickly turn ugly as he unfurls a barrage of diplomatic faux pas, tweeting erratically, undermining other nations...
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WAKAZI 28 watalazimika kuikabidhi serikali ardhi yao ndani ya wiki mbili zijazo ili kufungua nafasi...
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18:23⇢The Unconstitutional Cabinet
⌨Editors focus on the High Court ruling that President Ruto's broad-based government lacks constitutional basis, a major legal blow to the administration (Daily Nation). Meanwhile, the IPOA investigates police brutality during Gen-Z protests (Eastleigh Voice), and a journalist is detained for posting Ruto's flight movements (TV47 Digital). The NCA launches building inspections after collapses (Kenyans).
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The police watchdog is investigating allegations of excessive force, unlawful arrests, abductions and officers concealing their identities during the June 25 demonstrations in Nairobi, Mombasa and other parts of the country.
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Kisumu County Commissioner Ramadhan Mwabudzo said that the county has adequate police officers to offer security in such rallies, directing that all leaders issue adequ...
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IPOA said that, despite preliminary findings showing police mounted public order management operations, including erecting barricades along major roads in parts of Nairobi and Mombasa, where only mini...
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Teacher claims he was forcibly and maliciously transferred in violation of his rights.
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Catherine Cherono Tomno demands an apology, retraction and damages from city lawyer Donald Kipkorir over viral NTSA fine payment receipt claims posted on X.
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Justice Francis Kyambia issued the conservatory orders after a case was lodged challenging the new directive requiring annual mandatory inspection of such vehicles. The court said the suspension will...
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A multi-agency security operation has led to the recovery of ten stolen cattle in Turkana County following a recent stock theft incident reported in Pokot North Sub-County. In a statement…
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South African police say more than 900 people were arrested during Tuesday's demonstrations, which saw a number of protests turn violent.
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PS Raymond Omollo says the government is strengthening cyber defences, AI governance and legal frameworks to protect critical digital infrastructure as cyber threats become more sophisticated.
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The report also names three commanders of Sudan's paramilitary forces as being part of the command structure overseeing the war.The report paints what Amnesty describes as a grim picture of one of the...
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Kenyans.co.ke
The train was headed to Mombasa when the flames emerged at the engine carriage.
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Police are investigating the circumstances under which the shooting occurred, with detectives questioning two security officers attached to the Principal Secretary, a director in the State Department...
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As a young girl growing up in rural Nyandarua County, Engineer Maureen Wangui understood the meaning of isolation long before she understood engineering. Reaching her family home was often an…
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Daily Nation
Legislators questioned the pending bills, saying that some lawyers are exploiting this for financial gain.
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Infotrak survey measured public perception of the performance of all MPs, senators and woman reps.
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The Kenya Meteorological Department says most parts of the country will experience a cold but largely dry July, with below-average rainfall in many regions, strong winds along the Coast and reduced visibility due to fog in some highland areas.
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