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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 05.04.2026.
It displays 95 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
05.04.2026 ⇢ The Day Gachagua Confronted the DCI
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Morning coverage focused on escalating developments in the fuel corruption scandal, with multiple outlets reporting President Ruto's warning against oil cartels, the government's halt of a second fuel shipment, and the appointment of an acting EPRA director general following Daniel Kiptoo's resignation. By midday, editorial attention shifted to Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's claims linking President Ruto to recovered funds from the scandal, with outlets covering his vow to attend the Ol Kalou MP's funeral despite Ruto's presence. Evening reports consolidated around the confrontation between Gachagua and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, with multiple sources covering the DCI's dismissals of his remarks, threats of legal action, and his explosive claims about a 'trade war' behind the fuel arrests.
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The Kenya Times
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Daily Nation
The scandal threatens to destabilise President Ruto’s flagship Sh106 billion Kenya Pipeline Company privatisation.
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Eastleigh Voice
In a joint letter to EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra, the ministers outlined the scale of the problem and stressed the need for a coordinated response, highlighting that rising energy costs are being felt immediately by families and businesses across the continent.
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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has shared new details surrounding a tragic road accident involving Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) Managing Director Captain William Ruto...
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The less-hyped boxer Portifas Odipo, popularly known as Majembe, delivered a statement victory on Saturday night after overpowering crowd favourite Ferdinand Omondi, alias Mbavu Destroyer, at the Kasarani Indoor Arena…
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The extra spending raises the total national budget to Sh4.7 trillion, compared to the Sh4.3 trillion approved by Parliament in June 2025.
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The less-hyped boxer Portifas Odipo, popularly known as Majembe, delivered a statement victory on Saturday night after overpowering crowd favourite Ferdinand Omondi, alias Mbavu Destroyer, at the Kasarani Indoor Arena…
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The orders come after the grade 10 learners completed their first term of studies in senior school, with a shortage of…
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07:44⇢The Pipeline's Poisoned Privatization
⌨The newspapers report on escalating developments in the fuel import scandal, with multiple mainstream national outlets (DailyNation, StandardMedia, CapitalFM) covering new arrests of energy bosses and the threat to President Ruto's privatization plan, while Deputy President Gachagua's defense continues to be highlighted. Meanwhile, some outlets focus on other government pressures including a revenue shortfall (EastleighVoice) and a textbook crisis (Kenyans).
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MAAFISA wanne wakuu kutoka Wizara ya Kawi, Mamlaka ya Udhibiti wa Kawi na Petroli (EPRA) na Kampuni...
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Some of the counties have been flagged for suspicious medical claims linked to private health facilities under the…
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USAMBAZAJI wa vitabu vya Gredi 10 nchini umekwama baada ya shule nyingi kukosa kuwasilisha taarifa...
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TV47 Digital
A fresh storm has erupted in Kenya’s boxing scene following explosive claims by Nairobi County Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service, Geoffrey Mosiria, who has alleged that the…
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Kisii and Nandi have been listed as high risk counties of malaria outbreak in April and May, this is according to an alert jointly developed by the Kenya Meteorological Department,…
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The Kenya Times
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In the wake of a tough and humbling loss, popular actress Dorea Chege stepped forward with words that cut deeper than the defeat itself – words filled with warmth, pride,…
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Maraga turns up the heat on IEBC, demanding urgent reforms and warning that election integrity must be protected long before Kenyans head to the...
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Kenyans.co.ke
This comes after the country experienced above-normal rainfall, which resulted in the deaths of tens of people and the…
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Eastleigh Voice
According to the association, the enforcement focuses solely on vehicle compliance while ignoring passenger welfare, creating dangerous situations for commuters.
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President William Ruto has publicly congratulated rising Kenyan boxing star Majembe after a dramatic victory over Mbavu Destroyer in what has quickly become one of the year’s most talked-about sporting…
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Ruto congratulates Majembe after his controversial knockout win over Mbavu, pledging support to revive boxing in Kenya.
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Homa Bay Woman Representative Joyce Osogo has called on President William Ruto and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to put in place firm measures to curb electoral violence…
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12:01⇢The Fuel Scandal's Privatization Threat
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political pressures, with multiple mainstream national outlets (DailyNation, StandardMedia, CapitalFM, PeopleDaily, TV47Digital) covering the fuel scandal's threat to President Ruto's privatization plan, electoral violence concerns, and by-election preparations. Meanwhile, some outlets highlight public service disruptions including transport enforcement issues (EastleighVoice) and delayed rains (Kenyans).
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Investigators have also summoned executives from Oryx Energy Limited to assist with ongoing inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the fuel deal.
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The Kenya Pipeline Company PLC MD Joe Sang and the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority director general Daniel Kiptoo were arrested over the fuel scandal.
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'Wetang’ula is increasingly seen as a spectator in his own backyard...' — Justin Muturi
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'He is increasingly seen as a spectator in his own backyard...' — Justin Muturi
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The program also sought to encourage hospital deliveries and improve maternal health outcomes in the county.
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'Egerton University is like a baobab tree, and it has been brought down by human ants.' — Prof Njenga
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TV47 Digital
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has appointed Dr Joseph Oketch as its acting director general following the resignation of Director General Daniel Kiptoo Bargoria. In a statement on…
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Majembe routed Mbavu Destroyer in a technical knockout, clinching the victory of the hyped Vurugu boxing match....
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Eastleigh Voice
Kiptoo, alongside Petroleum Principal Secretary Mohamed Liban and Kenya Pipeline Company Managing Director Joe Sang, resigned following arrests and investigations into claims of manipulated fuel stock data and irregular procurement in Kenya’s petroleum supply chain.
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The Kenya Times
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Kiptoo stepped down amid ongoing probes into claims of manipulation of national fuel stock data.
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The Kenya Times
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14:39⇢The Fuel Scandal's Missing Millions
⌨The newspapers report on escalating developments in the fuel scandal, with multiple mainstream national outlets (TheKenyaTimes, PeopleDaily, CapitalFM, TV47Digital) and digital populist sources (Tuko) covering President Ruto's response, the missing recovered funds, and the appointment of an acting EPRA director general following the resignation of Daniel Kiptoo. Meanwhile, some outlets highlight other issues including corruption at Egerton University (DailyNation) and a boxing match (NairobiLeo).
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Head coach Mildred Cheche has named her final 23-player squad to represent Kenya in the opening round of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Namibia, as the Junior…
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These cartels in the energy sector will not be allowed to operate freely - President Ruto.
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Uhuru recently revisited his advice to Mt Kenya against electing President Ruto....
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Eastleigh Voice
Kenya has halted a second fuel shipment after new details emerged about a cargo under investigation, as key energy officials resign. The government insists supplies are stable and stocks remain sufficient.
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The president spoke for the first time on the Ksh4 billion fuel scandal which saw several top bosses, including EPRA…
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Idara ya Hali ya Hewa nchini Kenya imetoa onyo kwa wakulima kwamba mvua ya Aprili itakuwa chache...
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RIPOTI ya Mkaguzi wa Hesabu za Serikali Nancy Gathungu imeanika hali mbaya ya magereza nchini hali...
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Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts significant rainfall throughout April. Communities urged to prepare for floods, while farmers enhance drainage systems.
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The Kenya Times
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Iten, the world-renowned “Home of Champions” in Elgeyo Marakwet County, continues to shine on the global athletics stage after being honoured in 2019 with the prestigious World Athletics Heritage Plaque. …
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TV47 Digital
Cartels in the petroleum industry out to profit from the crisis in the Middle East will be severely punished, President William Ruto has warned. The President said the government will…
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Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said the campaign team for President William Ruto’s re-election bid is working on increasing his margin of victory come 2027. Mudavadi said he is…
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The Kenya Times
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Tuko
Former governor Mike Sonko accused Baby James' family of blackmail, revealing a complex tale of trust and betrayal. He shared their social media conversations.
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Kenyans.co.ke
Gachagua courted controversy on Sunday, April 5 after name-dropping President William Ruto in the sensational Ksh500…
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MBUNGE wa Likoni, Mishi Mboko ameomba Waziri wa Usalama wa ndani Kipchumba Murkomen kuingilia...
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19:05⇢The Second Shipment's Halt
⌨The newspapers report on escalating developments in the fuel corruption scandal, with multiple outlets (CapitalFM, EastleighVoice, StandardMedia, PeopleDaily, TV47Digital, Kenyans) covering the government's halt of a second fuel shipment, widening investigations, and President Ruto's warning against oil cartels. Meanwhile, some outlets highlight political tensions involving Deputy President Gachagua (PeopleDaily, Kenyans) and 2027 election positioning (TV47Digital, NairobiLeo).
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A Shanzu court has ruled that preacher Paul Mackenzie and 95 co-accused have a case to answer over the Shakahola massacre, moving the terrorism-linked trial into the defence phase.
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The DCI has addressed allegations made by Rigathi Gachagua that President William Ruto demanded Ksh500 million allegedly recovered from senior officials implicated in the Ksh4.8 bi...
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“I am asking all eligible Kenyans who have not registered to vote to do so. With a vote, you will have power to choose...
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DCI has warned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his Sh500 million fuel allegations, rejecting his claims and reviewing his Gatundu North remarks for possible legal breaches.
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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding the ongoing probe into the alleged Ksh4...
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President William Ruto has vowed a firm crackdown on alleged fuel cartels after senior energy officials resigned over manipulated stock data, promising accountability and consumer protection in Kenya’s energy sector.
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In less than two years, Kenya will once again stand at a critical crossroads. The 2027 General Election is shaping up to be one of the most consequential in the…
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DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua claims arrests of top energy officials stem from a fuel trade dispute tied to Kenya’s G-to-G import scheme, alleging high-level profiteering and warning of rising fuel and living costs.
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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding the ongoing probe into the alleged Ksh4...
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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding the ongoing probe into the alleged Ksh4...
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