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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 24.03.2026.
It displays 154 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
24.03.2026 ⇢ The Day Tuju's Hospital Arrest Unfolded
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Morning coverage focused on Raphael Tuju's illness before his scheduled court appearance, with multiple outlets reporting his hospitalization at Karen Hospital and postponed plea. Early afternoon reports detailed Tuju's court petition to block his arrest while hospitalized, alongside President Ruto's comments criticizing opposition figures for exploiting the situation. Evening coverage consolidated around Tuju's dramatic arrest at the hospital, subsequent High Court hearing where he was granted Sh200,000 anticipatory bond, and his ongoing legal efforts to restrict police presence at his bedside.
24.03.2026
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Kenya Power announced system maintenance across nine counties, including Nairobi, Homa Bay, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Kilifi, and Mombasa, on Tuesday, March 24.
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WAKATI Waislamu walipohitimisha mwezi wao mtukufu wa Ramadhani Ijumaa iliyopita, changamoto ya...
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Cash used to implement key State programmes, top official says.
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The Kenya Air Force Golf Club Championship has wrapped up in Nairobi, with standout performances marking this year’s final at Moi Air Base in Eastleigh. Dismus Mukua emerged as the…
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MPANGO maalum wa Rais William Ruto unaohusu kuboresha uzalishaji wa kilimo kupitia mbolea ya bei...
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The university administration has since warned learners that failure to comply with the vacation notice would result in…
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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula faces pressure to merge Ford Kenya with UDA as his party rejects dissolution calls and a High Court ruling faults his dual roles, raising coalition tensions.
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ODM will no longer accept "unilateral" presidential decisions.
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Africa CDC data show millions of preventable maternal and child deaths each year, driven by weak, inefficient health systems. At a global conference, Jean Kaseya urged coordinated, self-reliant reforms.
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07:18⇢Tuju's Karen Homecoming
⌨The newspapers report on the continuing coverage of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's case, with multiple outlets detailing his resurfacing at his Karen home amid police presence and the ongoing narrative of staged disappearance (StandardMedia, PeopleDaily, NairobiLeo, Citizen, YNewsDigital, CapitalFM). Meanwhile, some sources cover political negotiations between ODM and UDA (DailyNation) and a university closure (Kenyans).
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Nairobi Leo
Laikipia University has announced an indefinite closure following unrest involving students that escalated into clashes with police and destruction of property....
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MASHAKA zaidi yalijiri jana baada ya Waziri wa zamani wa Utalii, Raphael Tuju ambaye alikuwa...
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Kisumu County is scaling up efforts to tackle water scarcity, with Kenya’s per capita water availability standing at 405 cubic metres, well below the global standard of 1,000. The figure…
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Two people have lost their lives after being struck by lightning in separate incidents in Makueni County on Monday evening following heavy rainfall experienced across the region. A five-year-old PP2…
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Two people have lost their lives after being struck by lightning in separate incidents in Makueni County on Monday evening following heavy rainfall experienced across the region. A five-year-old PP2…
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Eastleigh Voice
The readout adds that Rubio also expressed his gratitude for Kenya’s significant contributions to peace and security in Haiti and Kenya’s commitment to ensuring a smooth transition to the Gang Suppression Force.
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Eastleigh Voice
The readout adds that Rubio also expressed his gratitude for Kenya’s significant contributions to peace and security in Haiti and Kenya’s commitment to ensuring a smooth transition to the Gang Suppression Force.
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Ruto had earlier denounced the strikes targeting Gulf states, warning that the widening conflict in the region…
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MWENYEKITI wa ODM Gladys Wanga amesema kuwa ODM itajadiliana na UDA kama mshirika sawa na...
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TV47 Digital
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has issued a floods warning advisory to residents along rivers in Kisumu, Tana River and Uasin Gishu counties due to the ongoing heavy…
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Kenyans.co.ke
Teachers have several grievances with the government, including the hiring of 44,000 interns on a permanent basis,…
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09:48⇢Fuel Stations Dry as Floodwaters Rise
⌨The newspapers report on escalating domestic crises, with multiple outlets covering fuel shortages at petrol stations (StandardMedia), flood fatalities rising to 84 as rivers break banks (Citizen), and government flood warnings for Kisumu, Tana River and Uasin Gishu counties (TV47Digital). Meanwhile, political negotiations between ODM and UDA continue to be discussed (Taifaleo, DailyNation).
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AFISI ya Naibu Rais Profesa Kithure Kindiki inataka Sh450 milioni kulipia shughuli za kila siku za...
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In homes across the world, a quiet shift is taking place. Screens have become companions to childhood; soothing babies, entertaining toddlers and filling moments of rest. A child sitting still,…
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TV47 Digital
As Harambee Stars begin their FIFA Series assignment in Rwanda, head coach Bennie McCarthy has, for the first time, opened up about the factors behind Kenya’s 8-0 thrashing by African…
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KAMPENI za kuwania mchujo wa UDA katika eneobunge la Emurua Dikirr zimefikia kipindi cha lala...
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According to KeNHA, the master plan will not only map out viable expressway routes but also establish an implementation…
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Police officers in Busia County have arrested a suspect and seized approximately 100 kilograms of suspected cannabis sativa (bhang) as part of ongoing operations targeting drug trafficking and cross-border smuggling…
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The Kenya Times
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A fire broke out at Ngao Girls Secondary School in Tarasaa Sub-County, Tana River County, on Monday, March 23 evening. Reports indicate that an explosion was heard in one of…
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11:54⇢Floodwaters and Flames
⌨The newspapers report on multiple domestic crises unfolding simultaneously, with flash floods killing 84 people across Kisumu, Tana River and Uasin Gishu counties (EastleighVoice, Citizen) and a dormitory fire at Ngao Girls Secondary School injuring students (TV47Digital). Meanwhile, political coverage continues with sibling rivalry over a parliamentary seat (StandardMedia) and UDA nomination contests (Taifaleo).
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Nandi Senator, Samson Cherargei, has called out former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju over what he termed a staged disappearance. He said that the incident caused unnecessary anxiety across the country…
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Nairobi City County has escalated its revenue enforcement strategy by engaging professional debt collectors, signaling the end of a prolonged grace period for land rates defaulters as the March 31…
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The Kenya Times
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Ex-Jubilee SG Raphael Tuju has been admited at Karen Hospital.
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The court ordered the accused to surrender all his travel documents, including his passport, and barred him from leaving the country while the case is ongoing.
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The court ordered the accused to surrender all his travel documents, including his passport, and barred him from leaving the country while the case is ongoing.
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The Standard
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Daily Nation
Legal team led by Kalonzo requests that plea taking be deferred to a later date.
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The global price of oil continues to skyrocket as Iran’s missiles and drones hit vital infrastructure in Arab Gulf states. Billion-dollar American radar systems have also been targeted and destroyed…
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Ruto revealed the agreement shortly after Orengo's speech during the tour....
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13:43⇢Tuju's Ailing Court Date
⌨The newspapers report on the continuing coverage of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's legal case, with multiple outlets detailing his illness before a court appearance, subsequent hospitalization, and postponed plea (StandardMedia, DailyNation, Citizen). Meanwhile, some sources cover new regulatory measures for live broadcasts (PeopleDaily) and a major tax proposal (TheKenyaTimes).
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Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has moved to the High Court seeking to block his arrest and detention. In an urgent application filed in Nairobi, Tuju accuses the Inspector General…
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A passenger who survived a traumatic aircraft incident involving SafariLink Flight 090 has formally demanded accountability from the airline following the weekend crash-landing at Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Through his…
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The Kenya Times
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Eastleigh Voice
Regular police officers account for the majority of the killings at 120, followed by four by the anti-stock theft unit and one from multi-agency operations.
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Millions of people have a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, which causes the heart’s upper chambers or atria to beat chaotically rather than in a smooth, coordinated rhythm. For…
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Taifa Leo
HIFADHI nyingi za wanyamapori za kijamii Kenya zimekuwa zikitegemea kwa kiasi kikubwa ufadhili wa...
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For decades, ecologists lumped everything bad for animals under one word: stress. But what if animals don’t experience harsh environments as stressful at all? What if it is the opposite?…
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"They asked him to go and hide in his bedroom, then claim that he was abducted."...
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Daily Nation
Tuju also wants police stationed at his hospital bedside withdrawn.
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For decades, unscrupulous dealers have been tampering with fuel, often by mixing in kerosene or diverting export-bound…
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The Standard
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The Kenya Times
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15:29⇢Tuju's Hospital Bed Petition
⌨The newspapers report on the continuing coverage of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's legal saga, with multiple outlets detailing President Ruto's comments about Tuju needing honest friends (StandardMedia, Citizen, NairobiLeo) and Tuju's court petition to block his arrest while hospitalized (DailyNation). Meanwhile, some sources cover police recovering firearms in Turkana and West Pokot (PeopleDaily) and EPRA catching petrol stations selling adulterated fuel (Kenyans).
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KILICHOANZA kama burudani ya kupikia familia na marafiki nyumbani karibu miaka kumi iliyopita kwa...
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Eastleigh Voice
President Ruto dismissed claims made by opposition figures, accusing them of politicising a deeply personal and sensitive situation.
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Brian Okello, the man who was captured in a viral video intervening to rescue a woman during a boda-boda fare dispute has broken his silence, defending his actions amid mixed…
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On the 24th of March every year, Kenya joins the world to mark World TB Day. Tuberculosis (TB) spreads through the air. The simple act of breathing can expose others…
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NMS has grown into a network of over 5,500 users, offering a lifeline for women navigating economic uncertainty.
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TEHRAN, Iran
IRAN Jumanne iliendelea kuirushia Israeli makombora licha ya Rais Donald Trump kusema...
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Kenya has taken a major step in strengthening the use of space-based data for national development following the establishment of the National Earth Observation Data Council (NEODC). The council was…
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TV47 Digital
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has directed all media houses to strictly enforce a mandatory seven-second delay on all live broadcasts without exception. They warned that full legal responsibility…
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Eastleigh Voice
President Ruto dismissed claims made by opposition figures, accusing them of politicising a deeply personal and sensitive situation.
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In a statement, NLC Chairperson Abdillahi Saggaf Alawy said the commission was now fully constituted and ready to begin executing its mandate, including tackling...
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Daily Nation
Tuju also wants police stationed at his hospital bedside withdrawn, saying he remains under police guard while receiving treatment.
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Kenya is set to host the inaugural FIFA Women’s Series, bringing together four national teams for an international tournament at Nyayo National Stadium. The competition will feature Harambee Starlets alongside…
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KWS Director General Erastus Kanga warned that continued harvesting and consumption of fish from the lake could pose serious health risks, declaring: “We are...
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17:16⇢Tuju's Hospital Bed Petition
⌨The newspapers report on the continuing coverage of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's legal saga, with multiple outlets detailing his court petition to block arrest while hospitalized (DailyNation) and President Ruto's criticism of opposition figures for exploiting the situation (EastleighVoice, NairobiLeo). Meanwhile, some sources cover a public health warning about contaminated fish from Lake Nakuru (PeopleDaily, CapitalFM).
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Officers from the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) have successfully rescued an injured lioness at the plains of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, cleaned its wounds and treated the injury In…
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The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has taken a significant step towards digitalising the management of timber trade, with the official reception of the Timber Tracker System (TTS) during a handover…
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A woman has surrendered to police after reportedly strangling her 11-year-old son to death inside a lodging in Mumbuni area, Makueni County. The incident occurred on Sunday, March 22, a…
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Matiang’i emphasized the importance of dignity, unity, and national cohesion throughout the electoral period.
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The petrol retailers have warned that their current stocks could only last the nation for the next two to three weeks.
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The Standard
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The suit, filed by the Centre for Public Policy and Research, argues that the elections were conducted prematurely and in disregard of mandatory procedures set out by the Registrar of Trade Unions.
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TV47 Digital
A family in Kanyaluo Village in Rachuonyo North, Homa Bay County, is demanding justice after their son Clinton Otieno, 27, was reportedly stabbed to death during a violent altercation between…
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County Government of Kirinyaga has launched a new strategy aimed at strengthening the fight against Tuberculosis (TB) disease through early testing and treatment. The Kirinyaga County Strategic Operational Framework for…
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The head of state acknowledged the importance of setting aside political differences to prioritize development, service delivery, and community welfare.
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Kenya Power has announced a series of scheduled power interruptions set to affect 10 counties on Wednesday....
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In court filings, Tuju’s legal team argued that the circumstances of his detention were unlawful and infringed on his fundamental rights.
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President Chapo will participate as guest of honour at the 4th Kenya International Investment Conference which begins on Wednesday at the KICC.
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In court filings, Tuju’s legal team argued that the circumstances of his detention were unlawful and infringed on his fundamental rights.
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19:07⇢Tuju's Anticipatory Bond
⌨The newspapers report on the continuing legal saga of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju, with multiple outlets detailing his dramatic arrest, subsequent High Court hearing where he was granted an anticipatory bond, and his ongoing petition to block police presence at his hospital bed (PeopleDaily, EastleighVoice, DailyNation, StandardMedia, Citizen, NairobiLeo). Meanwhile, some sources cover a potential fuel shortage as petrol station owners issue warnings to the government (Kenyans).
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NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 24 – Kakuzi has posted a Sh387.5 million after-tax profit for its 2025 financial year, marking a dramatic turnaround from the...
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Reports indicate that 25 of them are children and seven are adults.
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The Kenya Times
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According to Dr Njoroge, the bodies included those of 25 children and 8 adults.
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Kenyans.co.ke
Initial reports suggested that 14 bodies were discovered at a mass grave at Makaburini cemetery in Kericho County.
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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale expressed concern over Nairobi County’s poor response to the disease.
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Kenya Met warned of continued rainfall across several counties in its weekly forecast for March 24-30, with temperatures exceeding 30°C in the coastal region
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A pungent smell emanated from freshly dug mass grave as body bags were exposed.
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Beyond online engagement, young Kenyans are mobilising physically, visiting registration centres and spreading civic awareness across counties.
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An Oburu Oginga-led ODM faction has called a March 27, 2026 NDC in Nairobi, where party insiders say top leaders, including Edwin Sifuna and James Orengo, could be removed to enforce discipline.
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