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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 09.03.2026.
It displays 128 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
09.03.2026 ⇢ The Day Ruto Launched the Infrastructure Fund
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Morning coverage consolidated around political tensions, with multiple outlets reporting on ODM's internal clashes over a 10-point agenda fallout and the supremacy tangle between Deputy President Gachagua and Interior CS Kindiki over Mt Kenya political turf. By midday, editorial priority shifted to governance developments, with mainstream and digital sources reporting on NTSA's rollout of automated instant fines for traffic offenders and President Ruto signing the National Infrastructure Fund Bill into law. In the afternoon, coverage focused on the implementation of the National Infrastructure Fund, with multiple outlets reporting that the JKIA airport expansion would be the first project financed, while political reporting continued with Azimio coalition removing prominent figures like Joho, Oparanya, and Junet Mohamed from key positions.
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Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has called for unity and collective action in responding to the devastating floods affecting parts of the country, warning leaders against politicising the tragedy. Speaking amid…
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Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has reiterated the need for Nairobi to be treated differently, noting that the capital is not just a county but also the country’s capital city serving…
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Three people died in an accident in the Otonglo area of Kisumu. CS Aden Duale confirmed his safety and appealed for proper care for the injured victims.
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KITUO cha polisi cha Sameri Park, Kitengela, Kaunti ya Kajiado hakina umeme miaka miwili tangu...
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Sifina, Orengo-led Linda Mwananchi camp describes the March 7 anniversary as a day of political betrayal.
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KULIKUWA na taharuki katika uwanja wa ndege wa Moi, jijini Mombasa jana baada ya mkoba usiokuwa na...
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Eastleigh Voice
Moments after, Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) pledged loyalty to the country's new supreme leader.
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MATUKIO ya kisiasa yanayoendelea kushuhidiwa nchini yamezua hofu kuwa siasa za ukandamizaji na...
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The governor spoke in an interview on Sunday where he claimed the chronic flooding was a national issue, rather than a…
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Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has called for accountable and people-centred leadership across Africa, saying the continent’s democratic future depends on leaders who prioritise the wellbeing of ordinary citizens. Speaking…
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07:52⇢ODM's Fractured Agenda and the Mt Kenya Tangle
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Daily Nation, People Daily, Standard Media) and digital populist sources (Tuko, Kenyans) report on political tensions, with coverage focusing on internal ODM clashes over a 10-point agenda fallout and a supremacy tangle between Deputy President Gachagua and Interior CS Kindiki over Mt Kenya political turf. Some outlets (The Kenya Times, TV47 Digital) shift to governance issues including NTSA's instant fines system and calls for compassionate leadership.
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Three people have lost their lives, and 19 others injured following an accident involving Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale's motorcade....
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Eastleigh Voice
He defended the county’s emergency response to the floods, including the deployment of rescue boats in affected estates, adding that the level of investment needed to transform Nairobi into a modern global capital far exceeds the county’s current financial capacity.
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WAKENYA wana mwaka huu na mwaka ujao pekee kufanya Mtihani wa Kitaifa wa Kidato cha Nne (KCSE)...
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The Ministry of Health has dismissed social media reports claiming Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale was involved in a road accident....
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Kenyans.co.ke
NTSA has indicated that motorists who commit traffic violations will start receiving instant notifications via SMS.
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The Kenya Times
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WABUNGE wamekataa kuidhinisha fedha zaidi kwa ukarabati na uboreshaji wa jengo lililokodishwa...
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More than 300 families from Osodo village in Karachuonyo Constituency, Homa Bay County, have been displaced after River Miriu burst its banks following the ongoing heavy rains. The floods forced…
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During his reign, Ali Khamenei spoke only in general terms about the future leadership of the Islamic Republic.
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Daily Nation
Mojtaba Khamenei represents both continuity and contradiction in the revolutionary system.
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KONGAMANO la wajumbe wa ODM (NDC) la Machi 27 limegeuka jukwaa la vita vya kisheria na huenda...
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Discover how Kenya’s NTSA Instant Fines and the Kenya–Japan digitised accident reporting project will transform traffic enforcement.
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10:07⇢NTSA's Automated Fines Rollout
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (People Daily, Citizen, Capital FM) and digital populist sources (Kenyans) report on NTSA's automated instant fines system for traffic offenders, with coverage focusing on implementation details and enforcement mechanisms. Some outlets (TV47 Digital, Eastleigh Voice) continue reporting on flood displacement in Homa Bay County and Nairobi's emergency response, while others (Standard Media, Taifaleo) cover political developments including corruption allegations and ODM constitutional tensions.
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The proposed visit has intensified rivalry between supporters of the Linda Ground and Linda Mwananchi factions, with each side trading accusations as preparations for the trip continue.
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Former Engin Firat, the immediate former coach of Harambee Stars, has died after suffering a heart attack at the age of 55. His Lebanese club Nejmeh SC confirmed the news…
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TV47 Digital
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has officially launched the Instant Fines Traffic Management System, a new automated platform designed to enhance transparency and efficiency in traffic enforcement across…
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President William Ruto has signed the National Infrastructure Fund Bill 2026 into law....
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MACHO yote sasa yapo kwa Gavana wa Homa Bay Gladys Wanga akijiandaa kumteua naibu wake wiki hii...
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The Judiciary has gazetted 15 Small Claims Courts across the country and established a new Court of Appeal station in Kakamega and Meru with the changes set to take effect…
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Tuko
Nairobi's floods claim lives as families search for missing loved ones. Reports reveal changing rainfall patterns and severe impacts on agriculture and safety.
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TV47 Digital
In Kenya, political communication is increasingly unfolding outside the newsroom. Politicians are bypassing journalists, speaking directly to citizens through curated social media posts, influencer campaigns and video messaging, leaving traditional…
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12:49⇢Ruto's Infrastructure Seal
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Citizen, The Kenya Times, Nairobi Leo) and digital populist sources (YNews Digital, Kenyans, Capital FM) report on the National Infrastructure Fund's implementation, focusing on President Ruto signing the bill into law and the JKIA expansion project. Meanwhile, some outlets (People Daily, Eastleigh Voice, Taifaleo) continue covering political tensions, including Deputy President Gachagua's claims about Mount Kenya divisions and ODM factional clashes.
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DUBAI, UAE
UONGOZI wa kidini wa Iran umechagua makabiliano badala ya maridhiano kwa kumteua...
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Daily Nation
Failure to settle fine within 7 days results in interest payment and inability to transact on NTSA platforms.
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The High Court has set July 8, 2026 as the hearing date for the case against police officer Klinzy Barasa Masinde, who is charged with the murder of mask vendor…
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President William Ruto has revealed that the expansion of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) will be the first project to be financed by the National Infrastructure Fun...
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Speaking during the assent of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) Bill, Ruto said that the government itself would…
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SERIKALI iko katika hatua ya mwisho ya kuwezesha sehemu za Bandari ya Mombasa na Lamu kusimamiwa na...
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Assets Recovery Agency failed to prove that the vehicle was bought using funds looted from the NYS.
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Life was not always easy for Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, the wife of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who recently opened up during a show about the painful journey that shaped…
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TV47 Digital
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja on Monday, March 9 chaired the first implementation committee meeting under the cooperation agreement between Nairobi City County and the National Government, setting the stage for…
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The expansion of JKIA will be the first major project financed through this new mode.
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A TI-Kenya study finds the presidency and political elites still dominate senior public appointments, weakening integrity vetting, sidelining public input and disadvantaging women, youth and Persons with Disabilities.
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15:06⇢Ruto's Infrastructure Fund Takes Flight
⌨Multiple mainstream national outlets (Daily Nation, Nairobi Leo, The Kenya Times) and digital populist sources (Kenyans) report on President Ruto's announcement that the JKIA airport expansion will be the first project financed by the newly established National Infrastructure Fund. Some outlets (TV47 Digital) also cover Nairobi Governor Sakaja's first implementation meeting with national government officials, while others (Eastleigh Voice) report on Transparency International's findings about presidential dominance in public appointments.
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When political activist Francis Gaitho complained about being cyber-bullied over his weight, several people responded by telling him to "unfat".
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Assets Recovery Agency failed to prove that the vehicle was bought using funds looted from the NYS.
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People Daily
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KAMPENI za mapema zinazoendelea kushuhudiwa nchini ni jambo la kusikitisha ambalo linapaswa...
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Daily Nation
Two damning reports have exposed deep-rooted tribalism in at least 19 varsities.
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The Kenya Times
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Additionally, a Court of Appeal sub-registry has been set up at Embu Law Courts, bringing the number of sub-registries to five.
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The PS appeared to have teary eyes in the video she shared on her TikTok account....
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The Kenya Times
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Capital FM
Ensure your child is registered before May 22, 2026.
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TV47 Digital
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has congratulated Amb. Dr. Monica Juma on her appointment as Executive Director of the United Nations Office on…
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KISWAHILI ni lugha ya Kibantu ambapo aghalabu maneno huundwa kwa kutumia konsonanti na irabu.
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KWS said the Amboseli Main Airstrip had become unusable due to ongoing rains in the area, forcing authorities to halt landings and take-offs until...
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Traders hit by the Yare Plaza fire in Eastleigh met leaders to seek support, discuss rebuilding their businesses, and push for a local fire station as repairs to the mall begin.
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17:36⇢Azimio's Shifting Leadership
⌨The newspapers report on political realignments within the Azimio coalition, with Citizen covering Junet Mohamed's removal as Parliamentary Group leader and People Daily reporting on Ndindi Nyoro's complaint about being barred from launching an office. Meanwhile, Daily Nation and regional sources like Eastleigh Voice focus on governance issues, including tribalism in universities and local recovery efforts after a fire.
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Through the partnership, stockists will gain access to credit facilities tailored for agri-SMEs, enabling them to secure working capital to restock essential products such...
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Azimio la Umoja has removed Junet Mohamed as its Parliamentary Group Leader in the National Assembly, appointing Suba South MP Caroli Omondi in a wider leadership shake-up affecting several senior figures.
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Junet was among several prominent leaders dropped by the coalition due to their affiliations with the government,…
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The Kenya Meteorological Department warned of heavy rains through March 8, as floods devastate homes. Some counties at risk include Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu.
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Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition has removed several top leaders, including Ali Hassan Joho and Junet Mohamed, and appointed Suba South MP Caroli Omondi as its National Assembly parliamentary group leader.
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Nyoro instead called for the reversal of the Sh7 per litre fuel levy and the additional 8 percent VAT on petroleum products.
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Motorists on Kenyan highways may face instant fines of up to KSh 10,000 for traffic violations, with new automated enforcement via surveillance cameras.
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The leather sector was cited as a prime example, where African countries process only a small share of hides and skins but import finished...
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Out of the 1,120 health facilities shut down for fraud, 55 percent belong to Muslims.
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Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions in six counties, including Nairobi and Machakos, on Tuesday....
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The Kenya Times
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Sakaja announced that the cooperation agreement between Nairobi City County and the national government will be…
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The Kenya Times
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Capital FM
The caucus was unveiled during a meeting at Nyayo Gardens, where supporters said the initiative will help popularise Kiniti’s presidential ambitions across the country.
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By Enock Nyanchoga Monari (Board Member-Media Council of Kenya) Kenya’s media sector is under growing financial strain, and the warning signs are becoming harder to ignore. Traditional advertising revenues that…
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The Kenya Times
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Four senior police commanders charged over the killing of Baby Samantha Pendo and 2017 Kisumu unrest deaths want the High Court to quash charges, citing vague counts and rights violations.
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Capital FM
Among its key concerns is the need for greater public awareness about the offences covered under the new system and the specific fines attached...
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20:26⇢Azimio's Purge of Prominent Figures
⌨The newspapers report on political realignments within the Azimio coalition, with multiple sources (People Daily, Kenyans, Citizen) covering the removal of prominent figures like Joho, Oparanya, Wandayi, and Junet Mohamed from key positions. Meanwhile, some outlets (TV47 Digital, Daily Nation, Eastleigh Voice) shift focus to governance issues including media sustainability, healthcare fraud, and police accountability cases.
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TV47 Digital
By Angella Langat, MBS, director at the National Syndemic Diseases Council In 2025, the World Health Organization recommended six-monthly injectable lenacapavir as an additional HIV prevention option. Kenya has now…
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By Angella Langat, MBS, director at the National Syndemic Diseases Council. Following the recent introduction of Lenacapavir in Kenya, some media stations described Lenacapavir as an “HIV prevention vaccine.” It…
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Capital FM
Mishael Otieno Okumu, however pleaded not guilty to all the counts.
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Daily Nation
One motorist reported being fined Sh10,000 for driving at 128km/h on Thika Road.
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Kenya’s Judiciary held Closing of File Proceedings in Nairobi to honour late Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim, highlighting his human rights advocacy and landmark constitutional and piracy rulings.
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The Kenya Times
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Y News Digital
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Kenya’s Met Department forecasts reduced rainfall from March 10–16 but warns of isolated heavy showers and temperature extremes, days after floods and storms left 42 dead and nine people missing.
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