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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 02.04.2026.
It displays 132 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
02.04.2026 ⇢ The Day the ODM Moved Against Sifuna
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Morning coverage focused on the assault on Samburu Governor Lelelit outside the Senate, with multiple outlets reporting the Council of Governors' condemnation and the governor's defiant response, continuing the institutional tensions between county and national governments from previous days. By midday, editorial attention shifted to escalating political conflicts, with reports of a court halting President Ruto's project on a Kikoku shrine and Gachagua's criticism of Ruto's Gikomba market demolitions. Evening reports consolidated around the ODM party's disciplinary proceedings against Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, with multiple sources covering the initiation of formal processes to remove him.
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HATUA ya Rais Mstaafu Uhuru Kenyatta na Kiongozi wa DCP Rigathi Gachagua kuchangamkiana hadharani...
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The public show of camaraderie points to possible reunion ahead of 2027 elections.
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06:05⇢The Former Leaders' Public Embrace
⌨The newspapers report on the public interactions between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with multiple outlets framing them as significant political developments ahead of the 2027 elections (StandardMedia, Taifaleo, DailyNation, NairobiLeo). Some sources also cover Kenya Power's planned maintenance affecting multiple counties (PeopleDaily, Tuko).
06:05⇢The Former Leaders' Public Embrace
⌨The newspapers report on the public interactions between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with multiple outlets framing them as significant political developments ahead of the 2027 elections (StandardMedia, Taifaleo, DailyNation, NairobiLeo). Some sources also cover Kenya Power's planned maintenance affecting multiple counties (PeopleDaily, Tuko).
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TV47 Digital
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has rolled out a new digital platform that allows taxpayers to file their returns through WhatsApp, in a move aimed at making tax compliance easier…
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The African Development Bank projects Kenya’s economy will grow 5.4% in 2026, driven by private investment and infrastructure, while warning of debt, conflict and political risks across Africa.
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Capital FM
The initiative, anchored in a three-year renewable MoU will see 600 farmers benefit from infrastructure support, capacity building and structured market access.
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KATIBU Mkuu wa ODM Edwin Sifuna amesema kuwa Linda Mwananchi imevumbua mbinu za kujivumisha kwa...
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Tuko
Mohamed Amin’s future as the DCI boss hangs in the balance amid contract expiry on April 1, political lobbying, and scrutiny over his controversial tenure.
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Union leaders who toured the venue expressed confidence that everything is in place for a smooth and credible electoral process.
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High-end cars that were parked at the petrol station were also burnt, with emergency responders able to put out the…
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The Ministry of Education has moved to address concerns over the credibility of some graduates from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology....
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Eastleigh Voice
Kagika said the government has successfully piloted the Electronic Pension Management Information System (e-PMIS) and is now rolling it out across all ministries, departments and agencies. Once fully implemented, retirees will be able to submit claims online, receive automated approvals and monitor their pensions from home.
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The Kenya Times
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WASHINGTON, Amerika
RAIA wengi wa Amerika wanaonekana kuchoshwa na vita dhidi ya Iran na wanataka...
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United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed former Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kenya....
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KITUI, Kenya – A major crackdown on drug trafficking in Kitui County has resulted in the seizure of cannabis (bhang) valued at one million shillings and the arrest of a…
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The Kenya Times
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The coordinated raids yielded over 5,600 rolls of ready-to-use bhang, three rolling flags, cannabis in various other forms, polythene bags, weighing scales, and rolling...
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08:53⇢Trump's Corruption Haven Flag
⌨The newspapers report on Kenya being flagged as a corruption haven by the Trump administration, with StandardMedia detailing allegations of bribes and opaque tender deals. Meanwhile, multiple outlets cover the arrest of a drug trafficker and seizure of cannabis in Kitui (TV47Digital, CapitalFM), while others discuss the uncertain tenure of DCI boss Mohamed Amin (Tuko) and the appointment of a former Haitian prime minister as UN Resident Coordinator (NairobiLeo).
08:53⇢Trump's Corruption Haven Flag
⌨The newspapers report on Kenya being flagged as a corruption haven by the Trump administration, with StandardMedia detailing allegations of bribes and opaque tender deals. Meanwhile, multiple outlets cover the arrest of a drug trafficker and seizure of cannabis in Kitui (TV47Digital, CapitalFM), while others discuss the uncertain tenure of DCI boss Mohamed Amin (Tuko) and the appointment of a former Haitian prime minister as UN Resident Coordinator (NairobiLeo).
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SEKTA ya utalii katika eneo la Pwani, imeathiriwa na jinsi Pasaka imefika mapema, ikifanyika karibu...
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The Kenya Times
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NTSA has invoked the doctrine of mootness, which bars courts from determining disputes where there is no longer a live controversy.
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The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has asking the High Court to dismiss the case challenging the rollout of its Instant Fines Management System saying its a misuse of…
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Kenyans.co.ke
The U.S. reiterated its commitment to working with countries to combat corruption, noting that it has spent decades…
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The ruling follows a prolonged dispute dating back to 2021 when the firm was hired to represent the county in a land petition.
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Eastleigh Voice
In line with its consumer advisory role, KFCB urged parents, caregivers and guardians to monitor the audio-visual content that children under their care access and consume.
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NIA ya Rais William Ruto kuunganisha vyama tanzu ndani ya Kenya Kwanza chini ya chama cha UDA...
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Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti met Maureen Mwende, Sammy Kioko' sister, post viral unpaid bills saga, promising due process in settling the KSh 19 million debt.
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The Council of Governors on Thursday April 2, 2026 strongly condemned what it describes as a shocking and unacceptable assault on Samburu County Governor Lelelit Lati, outside the Senate precincts…
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The Kenya Times
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ZAIDI ya wahanga 1,224 wa maandamano wametuma maombi ya kulipwa fidia ya Sh2 bilioni, takwimu za...
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"He apprised me on the gravity of the situation in the region, and in particular the repercussions of IRGC’s unjustified attacks of critical infrastructure...
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11:42⇢Governor's Senate Assault
⌨The newspapers report on the assault on Samburu Governor Lelelit Lati outside the Senate, with multiple outlets covering the Council of Governors' condemnation and the governor's defiant response (TV47Digital, TNXAfrica, Taifaleo). Meanwhile, some sources highlight international relations, including Kenya's solidarity with the UAE over Gulf infrastructure attacks (CapitalFM) and Trump's criticism of Kenyan corruption (Kenyans).
11:42⇢Governor's Senate Assault
⌨The newspapers report on the assault on Samburu Governor Lelelit Lati outside the Senate, with multiple outlets covering the Council of Governors' condemnation and the governor's defiant response (TV47Digital, TNXAfrica, Taifaleo). Meanwhile, some sources highlight international relations, including Kenya's solidarity with the UAE over Gulf infrastructure attacks (CapitalFM) and Trump's criticism of Kenyan corruption (Kenyans).
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Following the reports, the government has stepped in to investigate the allegations to uphold academic standards and…
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Eastleigh Voice
The System, which was initially scheduled to go live on March 9, had faced scrutiny in court, prompting NTSA to reassess its implementation strategy. The review also aims to ensure that the system is fully compliant with the law and that motorists are adequately informed about how fines are applied.
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Nairobi Leo
The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has warned of heavy rainfall and flooding in some parts of the country this month....
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The foreigner was found unresponsive in a toilet block.
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Efforts to curb new HIV infections in Homa Bay County received a boost as the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council (NSDCC) took part in a Cultural Day event at Tom…
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The Kenya Times
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Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka told the Eastleigh Voice that the wrangling is unwarranted and that both the governors and the senators could be culpable of giving and receiving bribes.
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Suppliers in Machakos County have been assured that the county government is committed to settling all verified pending bills in a transparent and structured manner. Speaking during an annual…
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Joy Kamau, appeared before the court facing multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit a felony, obtaining money by false pretenses and forgery.
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The disruption will impact the supply of over 140 million liters to these five counties, with residents and…
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It is early Easter for over 100 patients at the Kisii County Referral Hospital after Governor Simba Arati waived their medical bills. The county boss made a visit to the…
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Kenyan content creator Diana Marua has sparked a conversation online after declaring that she will not carry another child for her husband, musician Kevin Bahati, unless he parts with Ksh…
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13:40⇢The Shrine's Judicial Shield
⌨The newspapers report on escalating institutional conflicts between national and county governments, with multiple outlets covering a court halting President Ruto's project on a Kikuyu shrine (StandardMedia), political figures visiting Gikomba Market after demolitions (PeopleDaily, TNXAfrica), and senators and governors' standoff threatening devolution (EastleighVoice). This continues the theme of institutional tensions from previous days.
13:40⇢The Shrine's Judicial Shield
⌨The newspapers report on escalating institutional conflicts between national and county governments, with multiple outlets covering a court halting President Ruto's project on a Kikuyu shrine (StandardMedia), political figures visiting Gikomba Market after demolitions (PeopleDaily, TNXAfrica), and senators and governors' standoff threatening devolution (EastleighVoice). This continues the theme of institutional tensions from previous days.
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"We have put in a requisition for an additional 400 million Shillings, particularly in the event that the Middle East crisis exerts extreme pressure,...
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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has revealed that all former top state leaders, including ex-presidents and vice presidents, are beneficiaries of the Social Health Authority (S...
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WASHINGTON, Amerika
MATUMAINI ya kumalizika kwa vita kati ya Amerika-Israel na Iran yameyeyuka...
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The recent meeting between Agikuyu Council of elders and the former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has raised mixed reactions with young leaders from Geta Ward in Kipipiri Constituency, Nyandarua County…
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The Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration and Chair of the Steering Committee on National Celebrations, Dr. Raymond Omollo, was in Wajir County on April 2, 2026 for…
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Gachagua argued that the demolition carried out earlier in the week left traders without a place to operate, raising concerns over how such actions are implemented.
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Stakeholders are already pressing the government to review VAT, which makes up a significant portion of key products…
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Daily Nation
Samburu governor was involved in a confrontation with MPs over his lack of accountability.
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Different stakeholders, parents and caregivers of people living with autism condition have today held an awareness walk within the streets of Nyahururu town aimed at sensitizing the community about the…
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Calm has returned to Koguta in Muhoroni Sub County after a consultative forum brought together community leaders and West Valley Sugar Company Limited (MUSCO 2025), ending a land dispute that…
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Taifa Leo
Wasomi njie mefanya, yalo masomo shuleni,Wasomi mi nawaonya, sasa mlipo nyumbani,Wasomi sije...
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Kindiki appealed to the traders to give the government a few months to complete construction of a modern 7 multi-storey market.
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16:15⇢Governor's Senate Accountability Clash
⌨The newspapers report on escalating tensions between national and county governments, with multiple outlets covering Governor Lelelit's confrontation with the Senate over accountability (DailyNation, TV47Digital) and Gachagua's criticism of Ruto's Gikomba market demolitions (EastleighVoice, CapitalFM). Meanwhile, some sources highlight economic concerns including fuel shortages (StandardMedia) and VAT changes (Kenyans).
16:15⇢Governor's Senate Accountability Clash
⌨The newspapers report on escalating tensions between national and county governments, with multiple outlets covering Governor Lelelit's confrontation with the Senate over accountability (DailyNation, TV47Digital) and Gachagua's criticism of Ruto's Gikomba market demolitions (EastleighVoice, CapitalFM). Meanwhile, some sources highlight economic concerns including fuel shortages (StandardMedia) and VAT changes (Kenyans).
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The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has reported a notable improvement in corporate governance standards among Kenyan issuers, with the overall score rising to 79% in the 2024/2025 financial year from…
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Speaking in Embu, Kindiki emphasised that political positions are fleeting, while community bonds endure.
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UBOMOAJI wa sehemu ya Soko la Gikomba Jumanne umewaacha maelfu ya wafanyabiashara wakiwa wamekwama...
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NTSA emphasised that the Easter period often sees a surge in travel and, consequently, an increase in road accidents,…
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TULIPOMTEMBELA Judith Munyasa katika kijiji cha Nzoia A, Kaunti ya Bungoma, tulimpata akikagua...
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Tuju claimed that Amin and a lawyer he had accused in court had been trailing him for close to a month....
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Kenya has taken a significant step in strengthening the welfare of its security officers with the launch of the Usalama Cover, a specialised medical scheme designed for members of the…
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A tragic accident claimed the lives of a Kirinyaga couple returning from the burial of ex-senator Daniel Karaba. Residents raised concerns about road safety.
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“Do you really think there is anyone who can threaten me?” Ruto posed.
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Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has accused the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) of inaction and alleged harassment following a security incident in Karen that he says put his life…
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The highly anticipated Maasai Mara University Half Marathon is set to kick off on April 5, 2026, in Narok County, with more than 200 athletes expected to battle it out…
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Thrills and spills as Juma pledges to deliver WBA title for over 50 million Kenyans at SportPesa Boxing set for Nairobi on Friday night It’s thrills and fills as five…
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Kahiga has defended his political shift, saying he will continue backing President Ruto because the govt is working for Kenyans.
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Eastleigh Voice
On Thursday, delegates from all 110 KNUT branches converged at the college for a Special Delegates Conference to oversee nominations, which, according to the KNUT constitution, must be conducted a day before the election and at the same venue.
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Grief and shock swept through Ggaba Early Childhood Development Program in Kampala on Thursday after a man violently attacked children at the school, leaving four of them dead. According to…
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19:08⇢The Registration Drive and Union's Race
⌨The newspapers report on multiple institutional and political developments, with several sources covering electoral preparations as IEBC outlines voter registration procedures (PeopleDaily) and KNUT holds leadership elections (EastleighVoice). Meanwhile, political alignments continue with Kahiga backing Ruto (CapitalFM) and Tuju making claims against DCI boss Amin (NairobiLeo).
19:08⇢The Registration Drive and Union's Race
⌨The newspapers report on multiple institutional and political developments, with several sources covering electoral preparations as IEBC outlines voter registration procedures (PeopleDaily) and KNUT holds leadership elections (EastleighVoice). Meanwhile, political alignments continue with Kahiga backing Ruto (CapitalFM) and Tuju making claims against DCI boss Amin (NairobiLeo).
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MVUA inayoendelea nchini inatarajiwa kunyesha katika maeneo mengi ya Kenya mwezi mzima wa Aprili,...
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Kenyans.co.ke
The move comes amid growing tension in ODM, with the Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi faction positioning itself as a rival…
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The party further directs Sifuna to appear before a disciplinary panel constituted by the National Executive Committee (NEC) under the Internal Dispute Resolution Mechanism (IDRM) on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 10:00 am at a venue to be communicated later.
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Sifuna has four days to explain why disciplinary action should not be taken against him.
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Nairobi Deputy Governor Njoroge Muchiri has moved to solidify support for the redevelopment of Gikomba Market, following a high-level meeting with market leaders aimed at accelerating plans for a modern…
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Kenya could soon review taxes on fuel as the government moves to shield consumers from the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi now says…
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The government has signed a deal with KCB Group to roll out solar power in schools across the country starting May, in a move aimed at cutting energy costs and…
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You’ll spot them wandering the streets, hands intertwined, backpacks slung, laughter spilling into the air as they head out to grab eggs for a simple ugali mayai dinner. Young, in…
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Sifuna has been instructed to respond to the allegations by Wednesday, April 8, and to appear before a disciplinary panel on April 10, 2026,...
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The weatherman warned that the intensifying rains could trigger flash floods, soil erosion, and waterlogging in flood-prone areas.
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The Kenya Times
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