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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 10.01.2026.
It displays 90 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
10.01.2026 ⇢ The Day of the Karen Building Collapse
⌨Morning editorial focus transitioned from the logistical release of the 2025 KCSE results to localized success stories and systemic anomalies, notably reports of primary school learners sitting for the national secondary exams. Media attention also pivoted to the tragic death of politician Cyrus Jirongo in a road accident, with editors shifting from breaking news to forensic analysis of the crash site.
By midday, the UDA grassroots elections dominated the cycle as President Ruto was photographed voting in Uasin Gishu, while his deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, escalated the executive rift by claiming his life was in danger following police confrontations. Simultaneously, internal ODM friction intensified as Oburu Oginga issued a public defiance against party rebels demanding leadership changes.
The late afternoon was overtaken by breaking reports of a fatal building collapse in Karen, Nairobi. Editors prioritized this as a symptom of urban failure, linking it to expert warnings earlier in the day that 85% of Nairobi's high-rises are structurally unsound.
By midday, the UDA grassroots elections dominated the cycle as President Ruto was photographed voting in Uasin Gishu, while his deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, escalated the executive rift by claiming his life was in danger following police confrontations. Simultaneously, internal ODM friction intensified as Oburu Oginga issued a public defiance against party rebels demanding leadership changes.
The late afternoon was overtaken by breaking reports of a fatal building collapse in Karen, Nairobi. Editors prioritized this as a symptom of urban failure, linking it to expert warnings earlier in the day that 85% of Nairobi's high-rises are structurally unsound.
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Kenya Track Survey ranks top-performing Permanent Secretaries in President William Ruto’s government, highlighting energy, irrigation, housing, and security.
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It produced the highest number of students qualifying for university admission in eight years.
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A video allegedly filmed post-crash of Cyrus Jirongo’s fatal accident has emerged, sparking speculation as investigators confirm no foul play in the fatality.
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ILO warns that global uptake remains low, with just 54 out of a possible 187 member states on board, representing a compliance rate of only 29 per cent.
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These incidents, which triggered waves of grief and intense public scrutiny, often prompted formal investigations but rarely resolved the lingering doubts....
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RAIS William Ruto anapanga kutumia...
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According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the suspect is accused of manipulating health-related…
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WAZIRI wa Elimu, Bw Julius Migos Ogamba, amewataka wanasiasa kujitenga na masuala ya elimu,...
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While the official results are expected from KNEC soon, the provisional outcome provides an early outlook of how the…
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Four years ago, a brilliant girl from Lake View Primary School in Nandekere Village, Budalangi Constituency, Busia County, had just scored 408 marks in her Kenya Certificate of Primary Education…
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Justice Jorum Abuodha barred the University of Nairobi Council from proceeding with the recruitment process pending the hearing and determination of a case filed by Professor Duke Omondi Orata.
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Oburu also revealed that the party was in the process of forming a negotiation team that would engage partners within…
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IDADI ya watahiniwa waliopata alama ‘A’ katika mtihani wa Kidato cha Nne Kenya (KCSE) mwaka...
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09:00 (06:00)⇢Scholastic Triumph and Tragic Mortality
⌨Kenyan editors are pivoting from the initial logistics of the 2025 KCSE release to celebrating specific top-performing schools and individual success stories (Standard Media, YNews Digital, Daily Nation, Taifa Leo, TV47 Digital). Simultaneously, the tragic death of Cyrus Jirongo in a road accident has shifted from breaking news to forensic scrutiny and public memory of political fatalities (Tuko, Nairobi Leo).
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President William Ruto has re-appointed Bishop Dr. Stephen Mairori to be a Non-Executive Chairperson of the Board of the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA).…
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The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has renewed its warning against the operation of school buses outside the legally approved hours of 6am to 6pm, citing heightened risks to…
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As KCSE results were released, one familiar pattern returned. Boni Khalwale celebrated a child’s success again.
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KWA mwaka wa pili mfululizo, idadi...
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Omoto faces several charges, including obtaining money by false pretences contrary to Section 313 of the Penal Code, as well as falsification of health...
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Eastleigh Voice
The draft plan, which is yet to be submitted to Parliament, outlines how the government will balance recurrent costs and development across these areas.
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A 35-year-old mother of two has shocked the entire Kapchorwa Village in Emgwen Constituency, Nandi County, after scoring a B- (Minus) in her Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination.…
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NACADA described the reappointment as a strong endorsement of the Authority’s leadership and a clear signal of the government’s unwavering commitment to intensifying the...
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MABADILIKO katika kuhesabu alama za...
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NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 10 – President William Ruto on Saturday took part in the ongoing United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroots elections, casting his vote...
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Some vehicles in Mr Gachagua's convoy were damaged during a confrontation with police in Sagana on Friday.
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Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called on United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party members to turn out in large numbers for the grassroots elections set for today (January 10) to affirm…
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At Koilelel Primary School, President Ruto queued like any other member to cast his vote in the UDA grassroots elections
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The appointment is part of a raft of measures to include members of his newly formed alliances ahead of the 2027…
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11:40 (08:40)⇢UDA Grassroots Ballots Cast
⌨Kenyan editors are pivoting to the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) grassroots elections, highlighting President Ruto’s participation at Koilel Primary School (People Daily, Capital FM, TV47 Digital). Simultaneously, the rift within the executive deepens as Rigathi Gachagua claims his life is in danger following police confrontations (Daily Nation). Analysis of the 2025 KCSE results continues, focusing on university qualification trends and systemic shifts (Taifaleo, Standard Media).
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Nyahururu athletes in Nyandarua County had a feel of Ekiden running, which is essentially road running relay popular in Japan where the event is a culture and a national competition…
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The elections are aimed at electing ward- and constituency-level party officials to strengthen UDA’s organisational structures ahead of upcoming political engagements.
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WIZARA ya Elimu imefuta matokeo ya watahiniwa 1,180 wa Mtihani wa Kitaifa wa Kidato cha Nne (KCSE)...
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The collapse of a South C building sparked outrage as experts demand accountability, warning that over 80% of Nairobi high rise buildings may be unsafe.
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Oburu said those disputing his leadership should seek redress through the party’s constitutional structures rather than public attacks.
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The party leader castigated those within ODM who are doubting his ability to steer the party....
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Oburu Oginga challenged members opposing his leadership, daring them to test his legitimacy at the party’s upcoming National Delegates Conference (NDC).
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Daily Nation
'I was a bit scared, nervous, believing that something could go wrong, but when I received the Knec response, my face brightened.'
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Siaya Deputy Governor William Oduol has officially declared his candidacy for the position of Governor of Siaya County in the 2027 General Election, running on an Orange Democratic Movement (ODM)…
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A somber mood engulfed Malindi Sub-County Hospital Mortuary as family, friends, and residents of Chakama Sub-Location gathered to witness the postmortem of a man killed in a tragic elephant attack…
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RAIS wa Uganda Yoweri Kaguta Museveni ametangaza Januari 15 na 16, 2026 kuwa sikukuu za kitaifa ili...
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15:23 (12:23)⇢Oburu Defies the Orange Rebels
⌨Kenyan editors have pivoted to the internal friction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), focusing on Oburu Oginga’s aggressive defense of his leadership against internal critics (Eastleigh Voice, Nairobi Leo, Capital FM). Simultaneously, media attention remains on the executive’s activities, specifically President Ruto’s participation in the UDA grassroots elections (Citizen) and his recent government appointments aimed at cementing political alliances (Kenyans).
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As celebrations over the release of the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results continue across the country, a remarkable story of determination and resilience has emerged from Radiro Village…
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On Wednesday, January 7, Trump signed an executive order withdrawing from the organisations, agencies, and commissions following his administration’s review of US participation and funding.
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The Kenya Wildlife Service has confirmed the death of Samuel Macharia Wanjohi, a porter who disappeared while hiking the Sirimon–Shipton route within Mt. Kenya National Park on December 23, 2025.…
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TV47 Digital
A multi-agency team led by the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has struck a major blow against counterfeit alcohol syndicates in Machakos County, recovering…
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Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya has defended his decision to kneel for prayer during Prophet David Owuor’s recent crusade in Nakuru, stating that personal faith matters more than…
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Residents in these areas are advised to confirm that their voter information is accurate and up to date to avoid challenges on election day.
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JAJI Njoki Ndung’u amechaguliwa kuwa mwakilishi wa Mahakama ya Juu katika tume ya kuajiri...
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At least 1.3 million people are living with HIV and AIDS in Kenya, and approximately 21,009 people are estimated to…
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Dr Ester Mwura emphasised the dangers of relying on assumptions and neglecting proper hand hygiene. She highlighted that failing to wash hands regularly contributes significantly to the spread of diseases such as diarrhoea, which makes children more vulnerable to illness and remains a leading cause of mortality among children under five in Kenya.
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A little-known secondary school that has long supported needy girls in Makueni County has emerged as one of the top performers in the 2025 KCSE examinations, recording the best improvement…
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The incident comes less than a fortnight after another 12-storey building collapsed in Nairobi's South C estate,…
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Radio personality DJ Xclusive has urged Kenyans to abandon the increasingly popular tree-hugging challenge, dismissing it as a misguided social media trend with little long-term value. In an Instagram post…
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19:30 (16:30)⇢Fatal Crumble of Karen's Concrete
⌨Kenyan editors have pivoted toward Nairobi's precarious urban infrastructure following a fatal building collapse in Karen (Standard Media, Kenyans, Citizen). This follows recent warnings that 85% of the city's high-rises are structurally unsound (Tuko). Concurrently, the media is tracking internal friction within the ODM as Oburu Oginga remains defiant against critics demanding a National Delegates Conference (Nairobi Leo, Capital FM).
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Radio personality DJ Xclusive has urged Kenyans to abandon the increasingly popular tree-hugging challenge, dismissing it as a misguided social media trend with little long-term value. In an Instagram post…
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The Kenya Red Cross said the building collapsed at a construction site along the busy Ngong Road corridor, prompting an immediate emergency response.
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According to reports, the collapse occurred when the first floor caved in as workers were laying the slab foundation at the building’s entry. So far, roll call has been taken, and all other workers at the site have been accounted for.
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Fresh concerns over fire safety in Nairobi’s central business district have emerged after yet another blaze broke out around Luthuli Avenue on Saturday evening. The latest incident occurred on January…
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Preliminary investigations by Nairobi City County Government have established that the collapse of a residential building under construction in Karen was caused by structural failure arising from poor workmanship and…
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TV47 Digital
Preliminary investigations by Nairobi City County Government have established that the collapse of a residential building under construction in Karen was caused by structural failure arising from poor workmanship and…
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The author said the book seeks to explain who Sayid Mohamed was and the role he played in Somali resistance during the colonial period.
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