00:00
THE
HEAR
This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 18.04.2026.
It displays 154 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
18.04.2026 ⇢ The Day Gachagua Pressured Ruto on Fuel Prices
⌨
Morning coverage focused on Deputy President Gachagua questioning Inspector General Kanja's authority amid allegations of planned disruptions in Dagoretti, with multiple sources reporting his challenge to police leadership. By early afternoon, editorial attention shifted to Gachagua demanding a probe into police collusion with criminal goons, while Inspector General Kanja condemned attacks on police stations and officers across multiple outlets. Evening reports consolidated around Gachagua pressuring the government to lower fuel prices despite President Ruto's interventions, with coverage of his 7-day ultimatum to reduce prices and warnings about potential fuel price reductions from other officials.
18.04.2026
00:00
00:33
00:33
00:36
00:36
04:40
05:31
Ilianza kwa mikutano ya chinichini na ishara za kisiasa za heshima, kisha ukafuata uteuzi wa...
27 seconds ago
05:31
06:03
Promoting Nazi symbols is a criminal offence in Poland and anyone found guilty of publicly promoting Nazism can be imprisoned for up to three...
06:03
06:04
But behind the headlines lies a more complex story, one that reveals the persistent gap between local talent development and access to elite global opportunities.
06:04
06:09
Daily Nation
For decades, ODM was Kenya’s most formidable opposition machine.
06:09
06:15
Friday's meeting is a sign that Anthropic's technology may be too critical for even the US government to do without - despite the Trump...
06:15
06:34
Renard, a two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner with Zambia and Ivory Coast, led Saudi Arabia from 2019 to 2023 before being replaced by Roberto Mancini.
06:34
06:34
Beyond internal struggles, the childbirth experience itself can have a profound impact on a woman’s mental well-being. For many, especially first-time mothers, labour can be overwhelming, invasive, and, at times, traumatic.
06:34
06:35
MWENYEKITI wa kampuni ya Stabex International Ltd, Jackson Chebett, amemshtaki aliyekuwa Naibu Rais...
4 mins ago
06:35
06:58
Inspector General Douglas Kanja has raised alarm over an escalating wave of attacks targeting police stations, officers, and critical infrastructure across the country....
06:58
07:05
According to team manager Gilbert Wesonga, despite recent changes made earlier this week, the squad is well prepared to secure victory in what will be their 15th home match of the season....
07:05
07:05
07:05
07:21
07:23⇢Ruto's IMF Standoff
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions within Kenya's ruling coalition, with multiple sources covering the fallout between President Ruto and the IMF over economic policies (Standard Media) and ODM's strategic positioning amid coalition dynamics (Daily Nation). Meanwhile, coverage continues on security concerns with police warnings over attacks (Nairobi Leo, Kenyans) and domestic political disputes (Taifa Leo).
07:30
Mzee Ombui Orandi mwenye umri wa miaka 97 aliondoka nyumbani kwake kijiji cha Biyonge, Bomachoge...
11 seconds ago
07:30
07:45
The ruling sets the stage for a legal showdown between Lusaka and his cabinet members over the limits of the governor’s…
07:45
07:48
KINSHASA, Apr 17 – The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the March 23 Movement (M23) rebel group said Friday...
07:48
07:53
The Kenya Times
07:53
08:08
Mikel Arteta's men hold a six-point lead at the top of the table, but City have home advantage and a game in hand on the leaders.
08:08
08:15
The potential for the resumption of transit had lifted stock markets on Friday and prompted optimism from Washington, with President Donald Trump telling AFP a broader US-Iran peace deal was "very clo...
08:15
08:15
08:15
08:28
"It is precisely because the international system is under such strain that adherence to international law matters more than ever, especially in this era...
08:28
08:31
Ahead of the visit, pro-government leaders have urged residents to turn up in large numbers to welcome the Head of State and maintain peace, citing the county’s gains from various development programm...
08:31
08:31
Kituo cha Afya cha Kimalel, Baringo Kusini, kilikuwa zaidi ya kituo cha afya cha kawaida vijijini;...
1 min ago
08:31
08:46
Iran reopened the Strait of Hormuz on Friday in the wake of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon, though Tehran threatened to close the vital waterway once again if the US blockade continues....
08:46
09:02
09:09
Martinez was sent-off for pulling the hair of Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin as Carrick suffered his first home defeat in charge on Monday.
09:09
09:15
"Both meetings centered on ongoing regional and international efforts to de-escalate conflict in eastern DRC, a region that has for decades been plagued by...
09:15
09:27
Eastleigh Voice
Senators urged county governments to grant facility managers more autonomy in managing these funds to enable quicker responses to operational challenges.
09:27
09:27
The search targeted David Mbogo Muthee, the Head of Procurement at the NYS Training School in Gilgil, alongside his associate, Naftali Kiperu.
09:27
09:50
Charo, who held the rank of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), reportedly fell ill on Friday night and was rushed to hospital, where he was immediately put on treatment. However, he later succumbe...
09:50
09:50
DCI officers from Nairobi have exhumed the body of a man who was buried mistakenly on March 23 in Mukuli village, Mbihi sub-county, Vihiga county. This is after a family…
09:50
09:52
Turkana County has more new registered voters than Mombasa, Kisumu, Murang'a and Kirinyaga Counties....
09:52
09:53⇢ODM's Structured Talks Demand
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions within Kenya's ruling coalition, with multiple sources covering ODM's call for structured talks with UDA to settle zoning debates (People Daily) and analysis of ODM's strategic positioning amid coalition dynamics (Daily Nation). Meanwhile, coverage continues on regional diplomatic engagements with former President Uhuru meeting envoys over the DRC crisis (Capital FM) and domestic governance issues including court rulings on gubernatorial powers (Kenyans).
09:58
DCI officers from Nairobi have exhumed the body of a man who was buried mistakenly on March 23 in Mukuli village, Mbihi sub-county, Vihiga county. This is after a family…
09:58
10:01
10:01
10:01
Police have launched investigations after a 100-year-old man, Mzee Ombui Orandi, reportedly died in a stampede at Egetuki Centre in Bomachoge Chache Constituency, Kisii County. The tragic incident occurred on…
10:01
10:05
Romero suffered a knee injury, that could also endanger his place in Argentina's World Cup squad, during last weekend's 1-0 defeat by Sunderland in De Zerbi's first match in charge....
10:05
10:13
The rally is part of his ongoing grassroots mobilisation drive aimed at popularising the party while rallying support against William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election....
10:13
10:21
Oburu also addressed reports purporting that a section of party members were seeking to run for the presidency on the…
10:21
10:30
RIPOTI mpya imezua taharuki katika sekta za kilimo na afya nchini Kenya baada ya kufichua kuwa...
29 seconds ago
10:30
10:32
The Kenya Times
10:32
10:33
The Commission disclosed that the probe focuses on claims that officials traded with the NYS through associated companies, resulting in payments estimated at 2...
10:33
10:46
10:50
10:50
10:53
Principal Secretary in the State Department for TVET, Esther Muoria, instructed all institutions under the TVET framework to adopt an attire that reflects each trainee’s technical discipline....
10:53
10:53
TV47 Digital
Youth leader Nick Ongoro has challenged the Siaya County Assembly to reclaim its independence and intensify its oversight role following a major cabinet reshuffle by Governor James Orengo. Speaking to…
10:53
11:02
11:02
11:10
According to his communications team, he also held talks with Freddy Nkurikiye, a Peace and Security Advisor to Faure Gnassingbé.
11:10
11:10
The Kenya Revenue Authority has made life easier for millions of Kenyans who hold a KRA PIN but earn no income. The new system is called PIN with No Obligation,…
11:10
11:27
11:32
OMBI la dharura lililotolewa na familia moja kwa niaba ya jamaa wao aliyekuwa ameathirika vibaya na...
2 mins ago
11:32
11:32
11:32
11:34⇢ODM's Suspended Coalition Talks
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions within Kenya's ruling coalition, with multiple sources covering ODM suspending coalition talks with UDA (Kenyans) and analysis of ODM's strategic positioning (Daily Nation). Meanwhile, coverage continues on economic reforms with 1,000 CEOs advising Ruto on business climate improvements (The Kenya Times) and KRA simplifying tax filing for unemployed Kenyans (TV47 Digital).
11:38
The officers, while on patrol encountered a suspicious individual carrying two black bags. Upon noticing the officers, the individual abandoned the bags and fled...
11:38
11:43
Omtatah said he would “corner them slowly,” referring to the court petitions that have previously stalled government projects, which he argues do not comply with the law....
11:43
11:52
The Standard
11:52
11:52
12:01
12:10
Five of the group subsequently changed their minds and decided to return home, leaving only Pasandideh and Ramezanisadeh in Australia.
12:10
12:10
Photos of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s Bungoma home reveal a simple yet stylish abode, sparking discussions among fans and political rivals alike.
12:10
12:17
Kenyans.co.ke
NPS confirmed that the family had already been informed about his death, with burial arrangements underway to give him…
12:17
12:19
12:19
12:21
12:21
12:22
“The United Nations rules on non-custodial measures remind us that community participation is essential in fostering rehabilitation, reintegration and preventing re-offending” she said adding...
12:22
12:28
12:28
12:28
12:39
Ruto said his government is working to correct “60 years of neglect,” emphasizing that northern Kenya deserves equal access to development and government programmes...
12:39
12:41
Eastleigh Voice
Research supports the idea that light exposure can significantly suppress melatonin levels, reinforcing the importance of minimising artificial light before sleep.
12:41
12:49
The government is considering additional measures to mitigate fuel shortages.
12:49
12:51
Auditor says closures were done irregularly and without explanation.
12:51
13:04
Arteta's side are six points clear of second-placed City ahead of their blockbuster clash at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.
13:04
13:08
13:23
13:23
13:25⇢Ruto's Northern Pushback
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions within Kenya's ruling coalition, with multiple sources covering President Ruto's pushback on development criticism in northern Kenya (Capital FM) and ODM's suspended coalition talks (Kenyans). Meanwhile, coverage continues on economic governance with KRA introducing PINs for Kenyans without taxable income (The Kenya Times) and auditor findings on Hustler Fund defaults (Daily Nation).
13:28
Citizen TV
President William Ruto, who spoke in Mandera Stadium in the company of leaders from the region, urged locals to register for identification cards to access government services,...
13:28
13:37
A 25-year-old man who was arrested for allegedly kidnapping a 17-year-old girl has been found dead in a cell at Malindi Police Station. Lucky Odhiambo Okoth was discovered dangling from…
13:37
13:44
With renewed focus, the Oilers pulled away and comfortably sealed the set 25-17, completing the straight-sets victory.
13:44
13:44
13:54
13:54
Speaking in remarks addressing registration challenges, the President noted that despite the removal of vetting requirements, a significant number of young people, women, and...
13:54
13:56
13:56
14:08
Already 12 points clear with five games remaining and with a +78 goal difference, Bayern's 35th league crown seems a mere formality.
14:08
14:08
Kenya's weather forecast predicts reduced rainfall intensity and scattered showers in Nairobi, Rift Valley, and Lake Victoria, offering relief after heavy downpours.
14:08
14:16
"The American side tweets a lot, talks a lot. Sometimes confusing, sometimes, you know, contradictory," Saeed Khatibzadeh told journalists on the sidelines of an annual Turkish diplomatic forum i...
14:16
14:24
CS Mbadi said his comments were intended to highlight the diverse contributions of different communities during the struggle for independence.
14:24
14:46
The Kenya Times
14:46
14:51
Gachagua warned that a group of officers had allegedly been deployed to Dagoretti ahead of his planned rally, accusing them of conducting surveillance with the intention of disrupting the meeting....
14:51
14:58
15:01
15:01
15:09
15:19
The ongoing Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise has gained significant momentum, with youth-led civic mobilization efforts playing a central role in boosting turnout across the country. According to data…
15:19
15:33
The Kenya Times
15:33
15:34⇢Gachagua's Authority Challenge
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions within Kenya's ruling coalition, with multiple sources covering Deputy President Gachagua questioning Inspector General Kanja's authority amid allegations of planned disruptions in Dagoretti (People Daily, Citizen). Meanwhile, coverage continues on voter registration momentum with youth-led efforts boosting turnout (TV47 Digital, Nairobi Leo) and President Ruto addressing ID card backlogs (Capital FM).
15:36
ODM is reportedly jittery about claims that some top government operatives from the region were propping up and financing candidates against the sitting ODM leaders.
15:36
15:36
A landmark legal battle has been launched by the Akamba community against the Government of the United Kingdom, seeking restitution, land restitution, and a formal apology for colonial injustices that…
15:36
15:45
The body was moved to Kibugi Funeral Home in Kutus, where it awaits a post-mortem examination as investigations continue.
15:45
15:53
15:53
16:09
16:18
PS Raymond Omollo cautioned operators against being used to foment violence or disrupt public order.He urged closer cooperation between operators and security agencies, highlighting the role riders ca...
16:18
16:18
16:18
16:22
16:22
16:25
Omanyo criticised fuel pricing, questioning why neighbouring landlocked countries enjoy lower fuel costs despite relying on transit through Kenya.Her remarks come at a...
16:25
16:25
A suspected outbreak of anthrax has been reported in Ebusunzo village, Ebukola sub-location in Emuhaya Constituency, Vihiga County, leaving one person dead after exposure to an infected cow. According to…
16:25
16:42
The government, the President said, will ensure that the once marginalised region keeps pace with development that has been implemented in other parts of the country.He pointed out that his administra...
16:42
16:45
Nairobi City Thunder has reaffirmed its commitment to long-term growth and competitiveness after falling short of securing a place in the Basketball Africa League (BAL) Playoffs. The Kenyan side, which…
16:45
16:54
Kenyans.co.ke
The latest round of re-appointment shows President Ruto's efforts to streamline operations within several…
16:54
16:54
KCB Women’s Volleyball Team will face Gender Light Club in the Round of 16 of the ongoing Africa Club Championship on April 19, 2026, at the Al Ahly Sports Complex…
16:54
17:03
17:03
17:03
17:03
17:08
17:08
17:09
Capital FM
"Is it that you have surrendered the command of the police to politicians or you have you allowed the National police service to be...
17:09
17:10⇢Gachagua's Police Collusion Demand
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions within Kenya's ruling coalition, with multiple sources covering Deputy President Gachagua demanding a probe into police collusion with criminal goons and Inspector General Kanja condemning attacks on police stations (Capital FM, Standard Media, People Daily). Meanwhile, coverage continues on President Ruto's development pledges for northern Kenya, including hiring 1,800 teachers and ending regional neglect (Citizen, People Daily).
17:12
17:22
The deceased was a key suspect in an abduction case reported earlier this week involving a 17-year-old girl in Malindi Sub-County.DCI ha...
17:22
17:24
The Kenya Times
17:24
17:31
The ex-governor is seeking to be allowed to pay the amount in Sh100,000 monthly instalments.
17:31
17:31
Taifa Leo
IRAN imefunga tena Mkondo wa Hormuz muda mfupi baada ya kuifungua kutokana na kile kilichotaja kama...
8 mins ago
17:31
17:48
According to the lobby, private vehicles are being unfairly targeted, while enforcement gaps persist in the inspection of commercial vehicles, which it claims pose...
17:48
17:49
Wanjigi criticised leaders who have aligned themselves with the current administration, arguing that such moves undermine the welfare of ordinary citizens.He further warned against what he described a...
17:49
17:57
Gachagua accused the President of reneging on campaign promises and burdening Kenyans with high fuel costs.He also criticised remarks attributed to President Ruto on bo...
17:57
18:01
Two Indian-flagged vessels, the cargo ship JAG ARNAV and the oil tanker SANMAR HERALD, both received orders to change their travel routes as they...
18:01
18:05
The Kenya Times
18:05
18:51
Khamenei said during the recent 40-day war, Iran's army has been "courageously" defending the country's soil in tandem with other Iranian armed forces against...
18:51
18:55
The government had granted amnesty to riders whose motorbikes were impounded on account of petty offences....
18:55
18:55
The incident occurred in Imabusi village, where the suspect, identified as Nathan Shimenga, is accused of attacking his children with a panga.The three-year-old girl died from the injuries, while her...
18:55
19:05
The President urged residents to take advantage of the policy shift and register for identity cards, emphasising that proper identification remains essential for accessing government programs and opportunities.
19:05
19:05
19:05
19:22
19:28
The NPS said the congestion has been reported along Saba Saba, Buxton, and the busy Nyali Bridge corridor.According to the police, the gridlock has been caused by ongoing construction works involving...
19:28
19:35
The simmering tensions came into sharp focus on Friday during separate political and empowerment events attended by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula in Migori...
19:35
19:36
The trio left Al Arjat 2 prison, northeast of Rabat, in a police vehicle to go to a police station before being released.
19:36
19:37⇢Gachagua's Fuel Price Pressure
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions within Kenya's ruling coalition, with multiple sources covering Deputy President Gachagua pressuring the government to lower fuel prices despite Ruto's interventions (People Daily) and ODM-UDA cracks widening as zoning disputes spill into Nyanza rallies (Capital FM). Meanwhile, coverage continues on President Ruto's governance actions including addressing ID registration discrimination (Eastleigh Voice) and unfulfilled development projects in Rift Valley (Standard Media).
19:53
Kenyans.co.ke
This comes at a time when EPRA has revealed that the government is currently in negotiations to have fuel imports come…
19:53
20:07
President Ruto told locals the opposition team lacked a plan for the country.
20:07
20:09
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested four suspects linked to a robbery with violence and sexual assault incident reported in Butere. In a statement posted on…
20:09
20:17
Matiang’i urged the youth to move beyond rhetoric and take up decision-making roles across all levels of governance.He called for deliberate efforts to empower the youth through inclusion, investment,...
20:17
20:20
20:39
Brenda Achieng, scored a hattrick as Emily Adhiambo and substitute Elizabeth Opiyo completed the scoreline.
20:39
20:48
A successful women’s football system is not built around occasional international events; it is built on a stable, functional domestic league. It is built on players who are supported consistently, no...
20:48
20:48
21:03
The CS insists that without a strategic mix of subsidies, tax cuts and the government-to-government (G-to-G) framework, pump prices would have reached a breaking point for the common mwananchi....
21:03
21:03
Kenya is bracing for continued rainfall and potential flooding as the KMD warns of heavy downpours. Mixed weather patterns expected across various regions.
21:03
21:21
Mwasambu Pole Mwakai claims more than 100 youth armed with machetes invaded his six-acre piece of land. The group allegedly demanded three acres and constructed tempora...
21:21
21:38
Eastleigh Voice
Gachagua accused the President of failing to honour promises made during the last election campaign and placing extra pressure on households through the rising cost of fuel.
21:38
21:46
Omanyala had warmed up for the final by winning the first semi-final heat in 10.11.
21:46
21:46
Atwoli warned that political instability, outsourcing and the digital economy are threatening jobs and overall economic stability.He emphasised that COTU will push for stronger collective bargaining a...
21:46
22:22
The family has been trapped in an endless cycle of mourning since receiving the devastating news that their son, Mohamud Abdi, died five months ago.The family says he went missing one day, and they ha...
22:22
22:22
22:31
Leo is set to become the third pontiff to visit the fossil fuel-rich southern African country, where around 44 percent of the population identifies as Catholic, after John Paul II in 1992 and Benedict...
22:31
22:40
Eastleigh Voice
Infection in early life has also been linked to longer-term respiratory complications, including recurrent wheezing, asthma, repeated hospital admissions, and reduced lung function later in childhood.
22:40
22:41⇢Gachagua's Wage Pressure Mounts
⌨The newspapers report on escalating political tensions within Kenya's ruling coalition, with multiple sources covering Deputy President Gachagua's push for higher wages amid cost-of-living pressures (People Daily) and ODM-UDA cracks widening as zoning disputes spill into Nyanza rallies (Capital FM). Meanwhile, coverage continues on economic governance with warnings about potential fuel price reductions (Kenyans) and development project criticisms (Standard Media).
22:47
The youth, some of whom had taken part in ambushes and highway attacks, now say they are turning a new leaf, vowing to return home as ambassadors of peace.Pokot, Turkana, Samburu and Maasai youth show...
22:47
22:55
22:55
23:05
On Friday, Tehran had declared the strait, which usually carries a fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas, open after a ceasefire was agreed in Israel's war with Iran's ally Hezbollah in L...
23:05
23:05
George Kimutai, son of President William Ruto, expands his PSV fleet with the Baba Yaga matatu, featuring luxury and innovative design along the Rongai route.
23:05
23:28
23:28
23:33
Flanked by US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr, top medical officials and podcaster Joe Rogan, who has pushed for access to the drugs, Trump signed an executive order that would help federal rese...
23:33