Victims with cuts and gunshot injuries were rushed to Negombo Hospital, north of the capital Colombo following overnight fighting between inmates from two drug gangs, police said....
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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 07.07.2026.
It displays 91 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
07.07.2026 ⇢ The Day Saba Saba Was Arrested
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Saba Saba dominated editorial priorities from dawn, with police roadblocks stranding commuters and a strike notice issued in Mombasa. By mid-morning, heavy deployments and arrests in Nairobi CBD defined the coverage, as outlets ran live blogs and photo essays of the clampdown. The narrative shifted briefly to a school unrest at Nyabisase, where students and teachers clashed, and to a court ruling on ODM leaders' cabinet appointments. Evening reports confirmed ten arrests and noted utility cuts at police stations over unpaid bills. The day's arc moved from preemptive protest suppression to its aftermath, with historical retrospectives on Saba Saba's legacy appearing alongside the crackdown.
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Daily Nation
Natembeya announces plans to unveil new political party that politicians in the region will use to contest in the 2027 elections.
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Pyrotecnico, the company hired by the White House's Freedom 250 organization, had set a goal of breaking a world record by launching 850,000 fireworks, though experts had warned that setting off so ma...
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A spot check by Kenyans.co.ke showed both private and public service vehicles lined up at various checkpoints, with…
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Eastleigh Voice
IEBC said the proposed limits were developed after assessing the cost of running campaigns at different elective levels while considering the varying conditions across electoral areas.
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The Ministry of Health has issued an update on the ongoing transition of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers to permanent and pensionable terms under County Governments....
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A section of transport operators have issued a seven-day strike notice in Mombasa over NTSA fines as police tighten security ahead of the planned Saba Saba protests
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08:59⇢Saba Saba Roadblocks Grip Nairobi
⌨The media focuses on the Saba Saba protests, with police roadblocks stranding motorists in Nairobi (Kenyans) and transport stakeholders issuing a strike notice in Mombasa (Tuko). Meanwhile, IEBC proposes campaign spending limits of Sh4.43 billion for presidential candidates (Eastleigh Voice).
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Some commuters were forced to walk towards the city after public service vehicles were stopped before reaching the CBD. Drivers who encountered delays sought alternative routes to avoid the long queues caused by the security checks.
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MSAJILI Mkuu wa Ardhi yuko hatarini kukamatwa baada ya Mahakama ya Mazingira na Ardhi kumpata na...
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The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has forecast rainfall across 36 counties this week....
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TV47 Digital
Spain booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after substitute Mikel Merino struck a dramatic late winner to seal a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Portugal…
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Belgium produced a ruthless display to eliminate co-hosts the United States from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, cruising to a convincing 4-1 victory in their Round of 16 clash in…
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Kenya Power announced scheduled outages on July 7 across Nairobi, Nyeri, Kisii, Kwale, and Kilifi for essential maintenance and upgrades lasting up to eight hours.
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HUKU zikisalia siku kumi pekee kabla ya uchaguzi mdogo wa ubunge wa Ol Kalou, ushindani huo...
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Students seeking admission to law courses are advised to confirm an institution's licensing status before…
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Aerial footage broadcast by state television showed the streets of Qom -- home to about 1.5 million people -- packed with mourners.
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Saba Saba Day commemorates Kenya’s pro-democracy movement led by figures such as Kenneth Matiba, Charles Rubia, and Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.
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What began as a protest against the appointment quickly descended into running battles between students and teachers, with stones flying across the school compound.
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TUME Huru ya Uchaguzi na Mipaka (IEBC) imefufua mpango wake wa kudhibiti matumizi ya fedha katika...
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Mzee Chepkok asked the court to allow him to purchase an alternative piece of land for his embattled son away from his property so that he can enjoy his peace.
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11:21⇢Saba Saba's Heavy Hand
⌨The media focuses on Saba Saba demonstrations with heavy police presence and roadblocks in Nairobi (Daily Nation, Eastleigh Voice). Meanwhile, an elderly man seeks court order to eject his son over death threats (Citizen), and universities face law program licensing issues (Kenyans).
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Police officers have mounted roadblocks along several key roads leading to Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) ahead of the planned Saba Saba protests....
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TV47 Digital
Six people have been killed and seven others injured following a fatal accident along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway. The accident that occured at around 1:50 am Tuesday, July 7 near Kapiti…
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Citizen TV
Gachagua urged residents not to hand over their identification documents.
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Kenya’s Gen Z-led protests of 2024 drew global headlines. For weeks, young people mobilised against proposed tax increases, the rising cost of living, unemployment, corruption and what they saw as…
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The court declined an application by Kerich's lawyers to suspend the sentence pending the hearing of fresh applications, and directed that he present himself to the relevant authorities for committal...
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Baboons are one of the most widespread of Africa’s primate groups. They range across sub-Saharan Africa and into the Arabian Peninsula. Baboons’ ability to spread across such a vast geographic…
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Moses Wetang'ula gives The Standard newspaper 48 hours to retract an alleged nepotism story, apologise and remove the article or face legal action.
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Kenya National Police DT SACCO has been named the Best Performing Deposit-Taking (DT) SACCO in the country after scooping the top award and five other accolades during the 104th International…
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TV47 Digital
Nairobi, Kenya 4th July – Thousands of revellers gathered at Ngong Racecourse on Saturday as Millennials Cookout delivered another unforgettable celebration of nostalgia, music, food and culture. Inspired by the golden era of…
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Eastleigh Voice
Over the past three months alone, IMO has recorded 24 attempted and actual incidents of piracy and armed robbery against ships in the region, involving increasingly dangerous weapons and escalating violence against innocent seafarers.
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The Africa Forward Summit, which recently concluded in Nairobi, focused on the responsible utilization of the continent’s vast renewable energy resources as catalysts for industrialization, job creation, and equitable climate…
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Saba Saba Day commemorates Kenya’s pro-democracy movement led by figures such as Kenneth Matiba, Charles Rubia, and Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.
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Saba Saba Day commemorates Kenya’s pro-democracy movement led by figures such as Kenneth Matiba, Charles Rubia, and Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.
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The claims come days ahead of the July 16 by-election in Ol Kalou, as candidates intensify their campaigns ahead of…
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WASHUKIWA saba waliokamatwa kutokana na shambulio la Ijumaa kwenye msafara wa Linda Mwananchi huko...
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14:10⇢Saba Saba's Arresting Grip
⌨Saba Saba protests dominate coverage, with police arresting several in Nairobi and roadblocks across the city (Eastleigh Voice, Nairobi Leo, Daily Nation). Meanwhile, KFS invites views on a Meru forest airstrip (Citizen), and Moses Wetang'ula issues a 48-hour ultimatum to The Standard over a nepotism story (Tuko).
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Citizen TV
Prof. Kindiki said the 60, 000-capacity modern sporting facility along Ngong Road in Nairobi is being finalized and will be one of the best stadiums to ever be constructed in Kenya and will be among t...
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Africa’s climate crisis is no longer being defined by a shortage of ideas. The continent’s biggest challenge is finding the money, political will and systems needed to transform proven local…
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The ruling follows a petition filed by seven Kenyans who sought the court's intervention after Parliament delayed…
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A coalition of human rights activists, civil society organisations and concerned citizens has formally petitioned Parliament to establish a joint inquiry into alleged extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, torture, abductions and…
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The body of a Kenya Forest Service (KFS) staff member, Esther Wairimu Keige, has been found weeks after she was reported missing....
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TV47 Digital
The Amboseli-Tsavo Ecosystem has lost yet another giant, with the death of Tusker ‘One Ton’. For more than five decades, One Ton, was part of the world renowned ecosystem, embodying…
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In Kenya's capital Nairobi, police shut down roads and swarmed on a tiny group of protesters that had managed to gather in the city centre.
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From the historic 1990 pro-democracy protests to today's calls for accountability, here's how Saba Saba became one of Kenya's most enduring symbols of democratic struggle.
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TV47 Digital
The Golden Boot is sure to be one of the most hotly contested prizes, with Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland vying for top spot. For every footballer, winning…
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SIKU chache tu baada ya mtu mmoja kuuawa wakati wa shambulio dhidi ya msafara wa Linda Mwananchi...
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High Court rules that the explosive claims must be tested at a full trial.
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Plainclothes and uniformed police officers detained the protesters before the demonstrations could begin.
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MUUNGANO wa upinzani umeangukiwa na mizimwi ya dhiki chungu nzima za kisiasa.
Muungano huo...
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17:05⇢Saba Saba's Arresting Grip
⌨Saba Saba protests dominate coverage, with police arresting several in Nairobi CBD before demonstrations could begin (Citizen). A historical retrospective on Saba Saba's significance is also featured (Eastleigh Voice). Meanwhile, High Court rules on recalling MPs (Kenyans) and on spy software case involving Ruto aides (Daily Nation).
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The ruling stems from a court petition challenging the appointment of CS's Mbadi, Oparanya, Joho, Wandayi, and…
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The court held that the suit raises serious triable issues that can only be determined through a full hearing and not at the preliminary stage.
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The orders, issued by Hon. Andrew Muma, will remain in force until July 27, 2026, when the matter will be mentioned for further directions.
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Six of those detained were picked up in Pangani while the remaining four were arrested in the Central Business District (CBD).
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Irrigation Principal Secretary Ephantus Kimotho said the Gwa Kiongo Irrigation Project in Mirangine Ward, Ol Kalou, will be implemented in two phases, with each phase bringing 250 acres under irrigati...
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eCitizen has announced that some users attempting to access government services through the platform may experience delays in receiving OTP verification codes via SMS....
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MP Gikaria dismissed claims that the collection of ID details was aimed at influencing the vote, arguing that Kenya's electoral system relies on biometric verification rather than identity cards alone...
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MP Gikaria dismissed claims that the collection of ID details was aimed at influencing the vote, arguing that Kenya's electoral system relies on biometric verification rather than identity cards alone...
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The students were arrested after they were allegedly found coercing fellow learners to participate in protests.During the unrest, the students reportedly smashed window panes in nine dormitories while...
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Kenya joined 136 countries in voting against a US procedural motion, allowing the UN General Assembly to debate the humanitarian and economic impact of the decades-old embargo on Cuba.
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The clarification follows widespread concern on social media on Tuesday after many Kenyans reported receiving a "Search results not found" message when they entered their national ID numbers on the vo...
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Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said Tuesday's demonstrations were unlawful, arguing that police had not received the legally required notice ahead of the protests....
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Multiple police stations in Nairobi are without electricity and running water due to unpaid bills, disrupting essential services and compromising officer conditions.
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ODM leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has called on the government to gazette Saba Saba Day as a national holiday in honour of the sacrifices made and the democratic gains achiev...
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School administrators are now counting losses running into millions of shillings following the five-hour rampage.More than 50 CCTV cameras were destroyed by students in what school officials believe w...
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22:53⇢Nyabisase School in Flames
⌨The media shifts focus to a school unrest in Nyabisase, with detectives probing the destruction of property (Citizen). Meanwhile, the High Court rules on the appointment of ODM leaders to Cabinet (Kenyans), and Kenya backs Cuba at the UN (Eastleigh Voice). Police stations in Nairobi face utility cuts over unpaid bills (Tuko).
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The IEBC says a routine ICT system upgrade has temporarily disrupted online voter verification, voter transfers and changes to voter details, while in-person registration services remain available.
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The massive refinery -- similar to Dangote's sprawling complex in Nigeria -- will be based in Lamu, an island off the coast of Kenya, Edwin Devakumar, the vice president in charge of oil and gas at Da...
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Trump on Sunday published a doctored image on his Truth Social platform showing Meloni looking at him as if adoringly in a post accompanied by the words: "Restraining Order Needed"....
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