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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 08.02.2026.
It displays 99 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
08.02.2026 ⇢ The Day ODM Formally Rejected the Azimio Coalition
⌨Morning editorial priority was dominated by the deepening fragmentation of the opposition. Following days of leadership disputes, editors highlighted a formal rejection by ODM of the Azimio coalition's recent reorganization, with James Orengo and Edwin Sifuna declaring the party would run independently in 2027. This was paired with reports on the disruptive emergence of youth leader Oketch Salah, who continues to challenge party stalwarts despite previous attempts to sideline him.
By midday, focus shifted to President Ruto's dismissal of the opposition's internal shake-up as "dead on arrival" while simultaneously facing domestic criticism from former allies who accused him of transactional politics. Simultaneously, editors tracked the human cost of the Russia-Ukraine war as the government confirmed the deaths of four Kenyans fighting for the Russian army.
The evening headlines centered on police accountability following the fatal shooting of a KMTC student and a young woman in Huruma, which sparked local protests. This domestic unrest was juxtaposed with reports of a diplomatic shift as Uganda’s military chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, signaled a reconciliation visit to Nairobi.
By midday, focus shifted to President Ruto's dismissal of the opposition's internal shake-up as "dead on arrival" while simultaneously facing domestic criticism from former allies who accused him of transactional politics. Simultaneously, editors tracked the human cost of the Russia-Ukraine war as the government confirmed the deaths of four Kenyans fighting for the Russian army.
The evening headlines centered on police accountability following the fatal shooting of a KMTC student and a young woman in Huruma, which sparked local protests. This domestic unrest was juxtaposed with reports of a diplomatic shift as Uganda’s military chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, signaled a reconciliation visit to Nairobi.
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Daily Nation
Known for his deep pockets, Uhuru's plan involves bankrolling the outfit.
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For micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), the government is mapping enterprises and rolling out the MSMEs Connect platform to link entrepreneurs with finance, markets, digital tools, and climate-smart solutions.
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MVUTANO ndani ya Chama cha ODM sasa umeingia katika awamu mpya baada ya kuzinduliwa kwa mpango wa...
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Kenyans.co.ke
Witnesses reported hearing an explosion before the fire broke out, suggesting it may have been caused by a gas leak.
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The Kenya Times
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While both initiatives aim to promote wider engagement with citizens and party structures, they reveal deep political and strategic differences among senior ODM leaders ahead of th...
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MHUBIRI maarufu Lucy Natasha, anayejulikana kwa jina la Oracle, amefichua wazi safari yake ya...
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Eastleigh Voice
Among the priority items are the 2026 Budget Policy Statement (BPS), the Debt Management Strategy (DMS), and Sessional Paper No. 3 of 2025, which outlines plans for the partial divestiture of government shares in Safaricom.
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The Kenya Times
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Kenyan police peacekeepers serving under the United Nations mission in South Sudan were awarded medals for playing key roles in protecting civilians, facilitation of humanitarian assistance, securing key installations, and…
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BAADHI ya waliokuwa washirika wakuu wa Rais William Ruto katika kampeni ya urais ya 2022...
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President Ruto’s aide Farouk Kibet on Saturday February 7, 2026 led a team of leaders allied to the Kenya Kwanza Government in campaigns for the UDA Candidate in the race…
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08:58 (05:58)⇢Cracks in the Political Foundations
⌨Kenyan editors have pivoted to the internal fragmentation of major political alliances as the 2027 election cycle approaches. The media highlights a deepening rift within the ODM party between competing grassroots initiatives (Nairobi Leo) and the emergence of Oketch Salah as a disruptive force (Standard Media). Simultaneously, editors are tracking the shifting loyalties within the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition (Taifaleo) and Uhuru Kenyatta’s reported financial strategy to maintain influence over the Azimio outfit (Daily Nation).
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Civil marriage ceremonies are becoming increasingly common, since most people consider them an efficient and cost-…
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Arsenal’s 3–0 victory over Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday February 7, 2026 felt significant, marking more than just another win. The performance was calm, controlled, and purposeful, arriving…
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Y News Digital
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MIILI ya raia wawili zaidi wa Kenya waliokuwa wameajiriwa kama wanajeshi wa Urusi imepatikana...
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Raila’s adopted son and businessman, Oketch Salah has called on ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and other party leaders opposing Party Leader Dr. Oburu Odinga to immediately step aside from…
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A police officer has been arrested in connection with a series of violent robberies reported in Bondo, Siaya County. According to a police incident report filed at Bondo Police Station,…
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Daily Nation
Critics paint the President as a transactional leader who buys loyalty rather than earning it.
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Eastleigh Voice
According to the Commission, the approvals granted for Khaleej Towers violated planning, zoning and building laws, and weak enforcement allowed construction to continue despite clear regulatory breaches.
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MAHAKAMA Kuu imepuuza jaribio la mwanamke kudai nusu ya mali aliyodai kuwa ni ya aliyekuwa mume...
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TV47 Digital
A high-impact intelligence-led anti-narcotics operation has dealt a fresh blow to drug trafficking networks in Machakos County following a coordinated NACADA-led multi-agency raid in Matuu Town, Yatta Sub-County. The pre-dawn…
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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has rejected claims that President William Ruto has sidelined the Luhya community in government appointments, describing the allegations as misleading and politically motivated. Speaking in…
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11:40 (08:40)⇢Ruto's Transactional Loyalty Crisis
⌨Kenyan editors have pivoted toward internal friction within the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition, highlighting accusations that President Ruto maintains purely transactional relationships with his political allies (Daily Nation, TV47 Digital, Capital FM). Simultaneously, the opposition ODM remains fractured as rival grassroots initiatives and leadership disputes persist (Nairobi Leo, Standard Media). This domestic political tension is compounded by regulatory scrutiny into illegal urban developments and persistent economic discontent (Eastleigh Voice, People Daily).
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Kenyan DJ and media personality DJ Dibul has revealed that he was held for two days in Dubai after travelling for what was meant to be a work-related visit. The…
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RAIS Donald Trump alilaani bila kuomba radhi kufuatia video iliyochapishwa kwenye akaunti yake ya...
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Kenyans.co.ke
The 30-year-old Kenyan was last heard from on February 1, with her family raising alarm over her whereabouts.
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The Office of the Attorney General has unveiled a newly established VVIP Marriage Lounge ahead of Valentine’s Day season....
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The Kenya Times
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HATUA ya aliyekuwa Rais Uhuru Kenyatta ya kufufua na kufanya mabadiliko katika uongozi wa...
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Y News Digital
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SWALI: Za kwako shangazi. Rafiki yangu ameniambia eti mpenzi wangu amekuwa akitaka wawe na mpango...
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TV47 Digital
Lang’ata Member of Parliament (MP) and media personality Phelix Odiwuor alias Jalang’o has pledged to sponsor a trip to Old Trafford for die-hard Manchester United fan Kevin Masagara, turning a…
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The Kenya Times
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According to Ruto, waste removal from Dandora will be done gradually as the government enhances plans to develop a…
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Kenyans.co.ke
According to Ruto, waste removal from Dandora will be done gradually as the government enhances plans to develop a…
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Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have launched investigations after a police recruit collapsed and died while undergoing training at the National Police Service Campus, Kiganjo College in…
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SWALI: Nilishiriki burudani na mume wangu kwa mara ya kwanza juzi baada ya kufunga ndoa. Nimegundua...
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Last week, parts of the matatu industry stayed off the roads, leaving commuters stranded and forcing them to pay higher fares.
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14:35 (11:35)⇢Betrayal Shadows the Ruling Coalition
⌨Kenyan editors are foregrounding the internal fragility of political and labor alliances. The media highlights the temporary de-escalation of the matatu strike (Eastleigh Voice) and the deepening fractures within the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition, where President Ruto faces mounting criticism from former allies (Daily Nation, Taifaleo). Simultaneously, regional governors are already positioning themselves for the 2032 succession, reflecting a shift toward long-term ethnic political realignments (People Daily, Capital FM).
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The Kenya Times
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Police allegedly fatally injured a young KMTC student in Huruma Estate....
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As February 14, 2026, approaches, the air in East Africa is thick with the scent of roses and the rustle of banknotes. For years, the “money bouquet”, a lavish arrangement…
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ODM rebels have drawn a red line against President William Ruto, rejecting any talks with UDA as internal divisions…
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Eight confirmed dead in Shanxi biotech factory explosion. Authorities detain company representative and launch full investigation.
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TV47 Digital
Would you trade your passport for a rifle and your future for a frozen trench if the price was right? For many young Kenyans, this isn’t a dark riddle but…
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Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan briefed women at Eastleigh High School on bursaries for 63,000 learners, youth technical training and new schools and health projects, pledging accountability and follow-up on community concerns.
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A political tour by the ODM splinter group led by Siaya Governor James Orengo, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna was met with resistance in Siaya…
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Family grapples with unanswered questions over their kin's death.
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Family grapples with unanswered questions over their kin's death.
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University and college student leaders from Mombasa and Kilifi counties have thrown their weight behind the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leadership and the broad-based government arrangement between President William Ruto…
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Timely Kenya has released its latest ranking of the Top 20 Most Impactful Men in Kenya, a list that brings together leaders, creatives, activists and entrepreneurs whose influence continues to…
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President William Ruto has dismissed Azimio’s leadership shake-up and its impact on the 2027 polls, as ODM formally rejects changes made by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
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Taifa Leo
MFANYABIASHARA maarufu na anayejitambulisha kama “mwana wa kuasili” wa aliyekuwa Waziri Mkuu...
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17:57 (14:57)⇢ODM Rejects the Azimio Shackle
⌨Kenyan editors are focusing on the fragmentation of the ODM party and its deteriorating relationship with President Ruto. The media reports on ODM's formal rejection of Azimio's leadership changes, with various factions issuing resolutions against UDA interference and forced coalitions (Standard Media, Eastleigh Voice, People Daily, Taifaleo, Kenyans). Ruto’s dismissal of the opposition shake-up as ineffective highlights the intensifying 2027 election positioning.
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HIVI umewahi kupiga kura ya chuki? Au dharau? Au ya hasira, ilimradi tu? Kura za aina zote hizo...
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Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru on Sunday, February 8 laid the foundation for construction of a modern maternity wing at Mutithi Health Centre, a move set to transform maternal and newborn…
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President William Ruto became the latest public figure to weigh in on the anticipated bout with a hefty stake.
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WALIMU kote nchini wanakumbwa na changamoto kubwa za kupata huduma za afya chini ya Mamlaka ya Afya...
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ALIYEKUWA Mbunge wa Kieni, Kanini Kega, amejiunga na chama cha aliyekuwa Naibu Rais Rigathi...
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The National Police Service assured the public that “a full documentation and accountability process” was underway.
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People’s Liberation Party (PLP) Leader Martha Karua on Sunday, February 8 strongly condemned what she termed as the systematic violence, sexual assault, and political repression currently targeting women in Uganda…
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WAKAZI na viongozi kutoka ukanda wa Pwani wameendelea kuibua hisia kali kutokana na visa vya...
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Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna says the 2025 ODM–UDA 10-point pact is a fixed framework, not a coalition deal, warning against attempts to extend or reinterpret it ahead of 2027.
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KPLC announced power outages on February 9 across Nairobi, Nakuru, Nyeri, Nyamira, and five other counties to facilitate maintenance and upgrades of power lines.
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Siaya Governor James Orengo has ruled out any ODM–UDA cooperation, insisting in Busia that ODM will field its own 2027 presidential candidate as younger leaders push for a stronger role.
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People Daily
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Y News Digital
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TV47 Digital
In December 2025, Nakuru City came to a near standstill as thousands of worshippers gathered for a crossover crusade organised by the Ministry of Repentance and Holiness Church, led by…
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Uganda’s military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba says he will visit Kenya to offer cows to President William Ruto, framing the trip as reconciliation after past comments that strained relations.
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23:17 (20:17)⇢Blood and Accountability in Huruma
⌨Kenyan editors are foregrounding police accountability following the fatal shooting of a KMTC student and a young woman in Huruma (Kenyans, Nairobi Leo, YNews Digital). Simultaneously, attention shifts to regional diplomacy as Uganda's military chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, signals a reconciliation visit to President Ruto (Eastleigh Voice), despite Martha Karua's public protest regarding sexual violence during Ugandan elections (People Daily).
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Prophet Dr. David Owuor, leader of the Ministry of Repentance and Holiness Church, has recounted the intimate moments he had with captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. In an exclusive interview…
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