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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 04.03.2026.
It displays 139 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
04.03.2026 ⇢ The Day the Constables' Pay Rise Was Announced
⌨Morning coverage consolidated around government salary increases for police, prisons and NYS officers, with multiple outlets reporting details of implementation from July 2026 and the highest pay rise since independence.
By midday, editorial priority expanded to include domestic governance developments, with Kenya Pipeline IPO oversubscription raising Sh106 billion and corruption cases involving public officials, including the DPP approving bribery charges against a prosecutor.
In the afternoon, coverage tracked Kenya Meteorological Department's heavy rainfall warnings for Nairobi and surrounding counties, while continuing to report on MP Johana Ng'eno's legacy through revelations about his 'prophecy fees' and memorial services.
By midday, editorial priority expanded to include domestic governance developments, with Kenya Pipeline IPO oversubscription raising Sh106 billion and corruption cases involving public officials, including the DPP approving bribery charges against a prosecutor.
In the afternoon, coverage tracked Kenya Meteorological Department's heavy rainfall warnings for Nairobi and surrounding counties, while continuing to report on MP Johana Ng'eno's legacy through revelations about his 'prophecy fees' and memorial services.
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CHAMA cha ODM kimeonya UDA kwamba, hakitakubali muafaka wowote ambao utaruhusu chama hicho tawala...
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Daily Nation
The learners have died under preventable circumstances.
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Daily Nation
A Wanyonyi confirmed that he applied to reserve the name.
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Eastleigh Voice
Delayed payments and corruption emerged as the top obstacles, each cited by 20.68 per cent of the respondents, followed by lack of feedback (17.24 per cent) and complex tender procedures (13.8 per cent).
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MAUTI ya Mbunge wa Emurua Dikirr Johana Ng'eno yamezua kumbukumbu kuhusu safari yake ya kisiasa...
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Sakaja described the project as a fulfilment of their joint commitment under the “Ruto–Sakaja pact” on service delivery.
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The warrants of arrest came less than a month after the Health CS admitted that there were losses of billions of…
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KMPDU Secretary General Davji Atellah confirmed that a breakthrough had been achieved after talks with the administration of Governor Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir.
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Sakaja has been a man under siege since last year, with many, including top MPs, accusing him of failing to deal with…
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ALIYEKUWA waziri wa Kilimo Mithika Linturi ametangaza kuwa atawania kiti cha ugavana wa Meru na...
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Members of Parliament on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, paid glowing tributes to Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno, who perished in a grisly plane crash on February 28. Lawmakers described Ngeno…
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The wreckage, registered as 5Y-DSB, has now been transported to Nairobi for in-depth forensic and technical analysis. Some components will also be sent abroad for specialist metallurgical testing and detailed data recovery.
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The Ministry of Interior has announced a salary increment for police officers, prison wardens, and National Youth Service (NYS) personnel....
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However, several high-profile ODM lawmakers have publicly rejected the removal as unconstitutional and procedurally flawed, saying it violated party rules on how top officials...
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08:27⇢Sifuna's Removal Fractures ODM
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Daily Nation, Capital FM, People Daily) and regional sources (Kenyans, Taifaleo) report on domestic political developments, including ODM party divisions over Sifuna's removal and Nairobi MCAs reviving Sakaja's impeachment bid. Meanwhile, some outlets (Standard Media, The Kenya Times) continue coverage of government accountability issues and corporate shake-ups.
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Police constables will receive up to Ksh18,000 in an increase as new trainees from police colleges are set to get an…
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Toyota Gazoo Racing has assembled a five-car line-up for the 2026 WRC Safari Rally Kenya, set to take place from March 12 to 15 in Naivasha. The manufacturer will field…
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WAPELELEZI wamemaliza kukusanya ushahidi muhimu katika eneo ilipotokea ajali ya helikopta iliyomuua...
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Enos Amanya, also known as Haleluya, pleaded guilty to multiple counts of murder and related offences connected to the deaths of 429 people.
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Just days ago, Wolverhampton Wanderers languished at the bottom of the Premier League, having collected only nine points from 26 matches dangerously close to Derby County’s record-low 11-point total from…
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KADRI nafasi za ajira za afisini zinavyozidi kuadimika humu nchini, Wakenya wengi hasa vijana...
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Bribery is a criminal offence under Kenya’s Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act. Oversight of police conduct falls under the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, while corruption investigations are mandated to the…
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The County Government of Kirinyaga has commenced the laying of underground high density water pipes to supply clean domestic water to over 30,000 households in Mwea Sub-County. Works for extension…
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US President Donald Trump has stated he does not care whether Iran participates in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as uncertainty grows over the country’s involvement due to escalating regional…
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The registration desks have been set up alongside the ongoing People’s Dialogue Festival, a civic engagement forum bringing together citizens, political leaders, and civil...
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10:36⇢The Registration Drive and Salary Rises
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Capital FM, People Daily) and regional sources (Kenyans, Nairobi Leo) report on domestic political and governance developments, including IEBC's voter registration drive for youth and government salary increases for security personnel. Meanwhile, some outlets (The Kenya Times, Standard Media) continue coverage of accountability issues, with PS Bitok explaining exam cheating policies and CS Mbadi admitting misleading MPs.
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Members said they would work closely with the Budget and Appropriation Committee and the Departmental Committee on Education to ensure KNEC receives adequate allocations.
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With Ksh1.3 trillion the government could fund the Ministry of Education for nearly two financial years at the current…
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Taifa Leo
SIRI ya kilimo ipo katika uchakataji wa mazao, hii ndiyo kauli ya Jimmy Aluvisia.
Kitaaluma,...
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The Kenya Times
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Kenya’s Constitution outlines clear rules for elections. Under Article 88 and the Elections Act, the official campaign period opens 12 months before a General Election, meaning that for the August…
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The Talanta Afrika Festival is making its debut this May, bringing together top music talent across three East African cities. Headlining the event are Jamaican dancehall sensation Vybz Kartel and…
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The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) confirmed that a comprehensive review of the inquiry file forwarded by the EACC had revealed...
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The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) confirmed that a comprehensive review of the inquiry file forwarded by the EACC had revealed...
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Discover high-end living at Northlands Heights Apartments in Ruiru, featuring security, lush landscaping, and diverse housing options near Nairobi's key amenities.
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Kenyans.co.ke
Gikomba is one of the largest markets for second-hand clothing in the region and has been subject to a push and pull…
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TV47 Digital
Police, Prisons and National Youth Service officers are set to receive the last phase of their salary increases in July, the government has announced, in what officials describe as the…
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The pay adjustment targets lower-ranking officers within the Kenya Police Service, Kenya Prisons Service, and the National Youth Service.
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In a heartfelt tribute on Wednesday, Naiyanoi painted the picture of a love that began in tender years, grew in public life and now faces the pain of sudden loss.
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12:47⇢The Constables' Pay Rise
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Capital FM, TV47 Digital, Nairobi Leo) and regional sources (The Kenya Times) report on government salary increases for police, prisons, and NYS officers, with details on implementation from July 2026. Meanwhile, some outlets (Citizen, Eastleigh Voice) continue coverage of MP Ng'eno's memorial service and family mourning, while others (Kenyans) report on the court blocking Gikomba Market demolition.
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Kenya’s Harambee Starlets will take on Ivory Coast tonight in their second warm-up match ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The clash kicks off at 10…
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Capital FM
Hinga said the experience highlighted how unforgiving digital spaces can be, noting that public figures often face intense scrutiny over personal matters.
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Uganda and Rwanda, as well as local investors, were among some of the largest investors who purchased the 12 billion…
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TV47 Digital
As the community goes to sleep in Sagalla Ward, Voi Constituency, Taita Taveta County, elephants roam the night. During the dry season, the sound of approaching footsteps can be heard…
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The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved bribery charges against Samuel Mugo Kiarie, a prosecutor stationed at the Makadara Law Courts in Nairobi. In a statement dated March 4,…
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Mvua kubwa inatarajiwa kuanza Jumatano hadi Jumamosi, Machi 7, 2026, hali inayoongeza hatari ya...
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The High Court has quashed a corruption case against Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and awarded him Sh2.5 million in general damages for violation of his constitutional rights. In a…
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The Kenya Times
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According to the Commission, the probe relates to tender awards issued under the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) in Bungoma County during the...
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The Kenya Times
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Strong demand pushes Kenya’s first IPO in 11 years above target.
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JUMA hili tunaangazia uandishi wa insha ya tawasifu. Tawasifu ni maelezo yanayoandikwa na mtu...
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14:37⇢Pipeline's Bounty and the Governor's Vindication
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Daily Nation, Capital FM, TV47 Digital) and regional sources (The Kenya Times) report on domestic governance developments, focusing on the Kenya Pipeline IPO oversubscription and corruption cases involving public officials. Meanwhile, some outlets (People Daily, Eastleigh Voice, Citizen) continue coverage of the Nandi helicopter crash aftermath, including survivor details and memorial services.
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Kindiki said President William Ruto had personally reached out to the affected families and would attend the final funeral rites.
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RODRIGO Gomes na Andre walifunga mabao mawili dakika za jioni na kusaidia wavutamkia Wolvehampton...
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British F1 icon Lewis Hamilton has marked a major milestone – 20 seasons in Formula One! The Brit has reflected on his incredible journey, filled with highs and lows, and…
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TV47 Digital
The Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA) has intensified efforts to boost performance in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects in Bungoma County through targeted…
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KNEC published timetables and guidelines for the 2026 KPSEA, KJSEA and KCSE exams....
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The Kenya Times
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Nairobi County Assembly Majority Leader Peter Imwatok and 72 Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) have distanced the Azimio Coalition from an alleged impeachment attempt against Governor Johnson Sakaja, terming…
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At the heart of the discussions was the shared goal of strengthening maritime security in the Western Indian Ocean, a region critical to Kenya’s...
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Eastleigh Voice
The aspirants, organised under the Jubilee Aspirants Forum 2027, said lingering questions over political cooperation frameworks and the basis of Matiang’i’s endorsement have created confusion among supporters and triggered frustration within party ranks.
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Jubilee Party Deputy Chairperson, Jeremiah Kioni, has announced that the party will begin holding its own meetings alongside those of the opposition coalition, United Opposition. While addressing journalist in Nyahururu…
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The Kenya Times
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High Court of Kenya has halted the planned demolition of Gikomba Market and subsequent eviction of over 3,000 traders along Nairobi River after the Member of Parliament for Embakasi East,…
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Kenyans in Dubai now have a chance to return home and escape escalating tensions between the US, Israel and Iran following the ongoing conflict that has claimed civilian lives. This…
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16:37⇢Ng'eno's Prophecy Fees Revealed
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Standard Media, People Daily, Citizen) and regional sources (The Kenya Times, Eastleigh Voice) continue coverage of MP Johana Ng'eno's legacy, focusing on revelations about his 'prophecy fees' and political advice. Meanwhile, some outlets (Capital FM, TV47 Digital, Nairobi Leo) report on government actions including Kenya-Denmark maritime security talks, Kenya Airways repatriation flights, and KNEC exam timetables.
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Daily Nation
KQ said move follows approval of slots by Dubai International Airport.
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LEO hii tutarejelea umuhimu wa matumizi ya kinaya kwa kuangazia swali la muktadha...
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TV47 Digital
The Court of Appeal has declined to stay a High Court decision that ordered the unfreezing of millions of shillings belonging to former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko Mbuvi Gideon Kioko…
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Kenya Met cautioned Kenyans to avoid trees and windows during the heavy showers....
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JUZI nimeondoka Israel kukalipuka! Hadi kufikia jana, rafiki zangu waliojua kwamba nilizuru taifa...
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Newcastle United begins a five-game stretch that feels less resemblant of a football schedule and more like a referendum on the club’s entire sporting project. When they kick off against…
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Athletics Kenya (AK) has suspended all activities organised by Scholarbook International within Kenya, citing non-compliance with the federation’s mandatory anti-doping regulations and event management requirements. In a statement, AK said…
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Kenyans.co.ke
The advisory followed an earlier notice of heavy rainfall in most parts of the country, with the weatherman asking the…
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Kenya has officially taken over the Chairmanship of the Jobs for Youth in Africa (JFYA), marking a significant shift in the continent’s fight against youth unemployment. The leadership mantle was…
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Eastleigh Voice
Majority Leader Peter Imwatok on Wednesday said the focus should now shift to implementing the cooperation agreement rather than engaging in political battles that could derail development.
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The Standard
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TV47 Digital
Uganda President Yoweri Museveni on Wednesday, March 4 recounted a recent incident that saw him, his wife, Janet Museveni, and daughter survive a near car accident at his country ranch…
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South Africa is mourning the death of veteran politician and anti-apartheid campaigner Mosiuoa Lekota, who has died at the age of 77 after a period of illness. The Congress of…
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TV47 Digital
The atmosphere at Africa Gospel Church in Karen, Nairobi, was heavy with grief and reverence on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, Senate…
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18:58⇢The Rain's Warning Echo
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Daily Nation, People Daily, TV47 Digital) and regional sources (Nairobi Leo, Kenyans) report on Kenya Meteorological Department's heavy rainfall warnings for Nairobi and surrounding counties, with advisories to avoid trees and windows. Meanwhile, some outlets (The Kenya Times, Eastleigh Voice, Citizen) continue coverage of domestic governance developments including BRT upgrades, Nairobi MCAs split over Sakaja impeachment, and political party registration opposition.
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Knec's accumulated deficit as of June 2025 stood at Sh2.79bn.
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AFISI ya Mkurugenzi wa Mashtaka ya Umma (DPP) imeagiza mwendesha mashtaka mmoja anayehudumu katika...
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Following the agreement, both county officials and union leaders urged health workers to resume duty within 24 hours to ensure full restoration of services across public hospitals and health centres.
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The United States has confirmed that the leader of an Iranian unit accused of plotting to assassinate President Donald Trump has been killed in a military operation. US Defense Secretary…
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Daily Nation
Sombre congregation gathered for requiem mass for six men who perished in the chopper crash.
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ODM leaders say the party’s 10-point agenda with UDA does not expire on March 7, stressing the date marks an MoU anniversary and progress report, not the end of the reform pact.
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The Standard
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ALIYEKUWA waziri Raphael Tuju na watoto wake watatu, wametozwa faini ya Sh100,000 kila mmoja kwa...
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Y News Digital
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The Kenya Times
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