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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 24.08.2026.
It displays 100 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
24.08.2026 ⇢ The day Gachagua declared his presidential bid
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The day's dominant story was Rigathi Gachagua's formal declaration of his 2027 presidential bid, covered by multiple outlets. He stated he is 'not a kingmaker' and announced a tour of Nyanza to launch his campaign. This follows his ongoing defiance of NCIC summons and accusations against Ruto, CS Joho, and IEBC vice chair of plotting against him. The opposition also moved toward unity, with the United Opposition pledging to back a single candidate. Meanwhile, IEBC clarified that a degree is not required for top elective positions, and ODM pushed for its policies to be included in Ruto's manifesto. Other developments included the death of Kirinyaga MCA Beatrice Njoki and Super Metro's denial of ferrying goons to Gachagua's event.
24.08.2026
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RAIS William Ruto ameweka wazi tofauti kati ya viongozi wa upinzani ambao yuko tayari kufanya nao...
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The dispute centred on how KRA reconstructed his taxable income after examining his banking records against income.
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Uhuru says the late former VP Wamalwa’s legacy of integrity, maturity and respect for political diversity should inspire leaders to protect Kenya’s democratic freedoms.
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"The King is receiving antibiotics for a bacterial infection in his blood and has responded to this treatment"
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RAIS Mstaafu Uhuru Kenyatta na Rais William Ruto wameendeleza mvutano wao wa kisiasa huku...
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Kenyans.co.ke
the announcement is likely to send the government into the drawing board as interest into the top seat grows.
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President William Ruto has accused Uhuru Kenyatta of choosing to remain active in opposition politics instead of taking on the role of a statesman and unifying figure after leaving...
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Nairobi residents will have to pay up to Ksh100,000 for certain events under new rules.
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ALIYEKUWA Naibu Rais, Rigathi Gachagua amesema hatafika mbele ya Tume ya Kitaifa ya Uwiano na...
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Eastleigh Voice
Nderitu said it would therefore be wrong to accuse the commission of ignoring electoral violations.
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08:09⇢Mudavadi's 2032 Presidential Gambit
⌨Kenyan media are focusing on political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with Mudavadi declaring his presidential interest (People Daily) and Ruto accusing Uhuru of choosing opposition (Nairobi Leo). Gachagua's defiance of NCIC summons continues (Taifaleo), while IEBC faces court halts in Ol Kalou by-election (Eastleigh Voice).
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08:09⇢Mudavadi's 2032 Presidential Gambit
⌨Kenyan media are focusing on political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with Mudavadi declaring his presidential interest (People Daily) and Ruto accusing Uhuru of choosing opposition (Nairobi Leo). Gachagua's defiance of NCIC summons continues (Taifaleo), while IEBC faces court halts in Ol Kalou by-election (Eastleigh Voice).
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Demonstrations in the capital New Delhi were triggered by the leak of the national medical entrance test.
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Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta on Sunday, August 23 launched a veiled attack at his successor, President William Ruto, insisting that he will not be cowed not to speak his mind…
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Ruto and his allies have sustained their attacks on Uhuru, accusing the former president of sponsoring the opposition,…
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The Israeli military believes Hamas was behind the launches, which did not carry explosives, and may have been testing how Israel would respond.
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ALIYEKUWA gavana wa Nairobi, Mike Sonko amepoteza kesi Sh385 milioni za ushuru kwenye mvutano...
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TV47 Digital
Broadcasting and Telecommunications Principal Secretary Stephen Isaboke on Sunday, August 23 joined Kisii Governor Simba Arati during the launch of the Etaya Tournament 2026 at Masakwe Comprehensive School in Kitutu…
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According to Bloomberg, any new production from the site would likely be years away.
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WANASIASA sasa wanamtaka Gavana Abdulswamad Nassir awajibike baada ya walinzi wake kuhusishwa na...
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Nairobi, Kenya, 24th August, 2026 – SUN Mobility, a global leader in battery swapping technology, in partnership with Vivo Energy, today launched its open-architecture battery swapping ecosystem in Kenya, establishing the country…
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Nairobi Leo
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has declared his intention to run for President in the 2032 General Election....
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The explanation comes amid reports that the buses were used to ferry goons to disrupt a political rally organised by…
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BUNGE la Kenya linakabiliwa na kibarua kigumu cha kupitisha kwa haraka sheria muhimu za uchaguzi,...
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The treasury CS further vowed to mobilise support for Kaluma.
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11:33⇢Super Metro Denies Ferrying Goons to Gachagua Event
⌨Kenyan media are focusing on political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with Super Metro denying claims it ferried goons to disrupt Gachagua's Kirinyaga event (People Daily, Kenyans), and Mudavadi declaring his 2032 presidential bid (Nairobi Leo). Additionally, the Senate ordered a 60-day probe into former energy officials over fuel data manipulation (Eastleigh Voice), and Treasury CS Mbadi criticized Babu Owino as a 'juvenile politician' (Citizen).
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11:33⇢Super Metro Denies Ferrying Goons to Gachagua Event
⌨Kenyan media are focusing on political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with Super Metro denying claims it ferried goons to disrupt Gachagua's Kirinyaga event (People Daily, Kenyans), and Mudavadi declaring his 2032 presidential bid (Nairobi Leo). Additionally, the Senate ordered a 60-day probe into former energy officials over fuel data manipulation (Eastleigh Voice), and Treasury CS Mbadi criticized Babu Owino as a 'juvenile politician' (Citizen).
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Daily Nation
The dispute centred on how KRA reconstructed his taxable income after examining his banking records against income.
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Eastleigh Voice
Odhiambo said the claim that Kenya is not facing a goons crisis was not simply a disagreement over words but a denial of what citizens are experiencing.
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TV47 Digital
Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has clarified that charges contained in the Nairobi City County Finance Act, 2026, do not target ordinary content creators, influencers or small-scale digital creators, following concerns…
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The Bills were published in 2024, passed by the Senate and transmitted to the National Assembly for consideration and concurrence.
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Mobile money was used as the payment method in 51 of 102 reported computer fraud cases reviewed between February and July 2026.
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The State Department of Housing admitted that the multibillion-shilling project now requires Ksh400 billion annually to…
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Eastleigh Voice
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has clarified that a university degree is currently not a requirement for candidates seeking the three elective positions.
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Daily Nation
At 13, Lakita lost her leg. At 19, she graduated high school to a standing ovation, having survived three tumours, two stem cell transplants, and a rare genetic condition that means cancer will...
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Koyabe served as the Founding Partner and Technical Director at Africa Cyber Expertise.
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Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Commissioner An Nderitu has revealed that a university degree is not a requirement to run for public office in the 2027 Gener...
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SERIKALI imekataa wito wa upinzani na mashirika ya kiraia kwa Mahakama ya Kimataifa kuhusu Uhalifu...
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TV47 Digital
The daughter of Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni and First Lady Janet Museveni has been consecrated as a bishop. Pastor Patience Kokundeka Museveni Rwabwogo, the third-born child and second daughter of…
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The survey, conducted by the Campaign for Safer Alternatives (CASA), found that half of Kenyan consumers who use nicotine pouches and vapes said they rely on the products to help them quit smoking, wh...
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15:04⇢Gachagua's 2027 Plot Accusations
⌨Kenyan media are dominated by political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with Gachagua accusing Ruto, CS Joho, and IEBC vice chair of plotting against him (People Daily), while the government rejects opposition calls for ICC intervention over attacks (Taifaleo). IEBC clarifies that a degree is not required for top elective positions (Eastleigh Voice, Nairobi Leo).
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15:04⇢Gachagua's 2027 Plot Accusations
⌨Kenyan media are dominated by political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with Gachagua accusing Ruto, CS Joho, and IEBC vice chair of plotting against him (People Daily), while the government rejects opposition calls for ICC intervention over attacks (Taifaleo). IEBC clarifies that a degree is not required for top elective positions (Eastleigh Voice, Nairobi Leo).
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BURUDI Nabwera alikuwa miongoni mwa wanasiasa wasomi zaidi waliohitimu kutoka taasisi mashuhuri za...
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Sakaja said the charges under the Act are aimed primarily at professional and commercial film productions that require extensive use of public spaces and county infrastructure....
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TV47 Digital
Super Metro and AIC Ziwani Church Nairobi have dismissed claims by Kirinyaga Woman Rep. Njeri Maina that its buses had ferried goons allegedly brought from Nairobi to disrupt DCP Party…
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Prof. Kindiki stated that the government has released all the monthly payments up to August leaving no pending allocations thus enabling the 47 devolved units to fund their activities....
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Several people are nursing arrow wounds.
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According to a charge sheet seen by Citizen Digital, Mulwa, Rose Mbithe Mulwa, alias Rose Mbithe Ndetei, and Chris Mulwa are accused of murdering Dr Mutiso on July 29, 2026, at about 9:30am along Mawe...
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Ransomware, social engineering, malware, distributed denial of service attacks and AI assisted attacks were among the threats identified by KE CIRT/CC.
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Citizen TV
Super Metro further rejected the allegations linking the youths to political activities, saying their presence in Kirinyaga was unrelated to the meetings.
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CHAMA cha ODM kinataka baadhi ya sera zake muhimu zijumuishwe katika manifesto ya uchaguzi ya Rais...
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The ruling comes amid KRA's push for taxpayers to clear historical tax debts under the 2026 tax amnesty, offering…
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Beatrice Njoki Mitaru, Kirinyaga's MCA for persons with disabilities, passed away on August 24, at the Outspan Hospital, leaving a legacy of inclusion and advocacy.
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Nderitu said the court also considered the number of Kenyans holding university degrees, citing the 2019 Census figure…
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Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions in eight counties, including Nairobi and Mombasa, on Tuesday....
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The Tribunal, chaired by Innocent Muganda, directed that the matter be handled on an expedited basis and ordered the Registrar to respond to the application.
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17:26⇢ODM's Manifesto Push and IEBC's Degree Clarification
⌨Kenyan media are focusing on political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with ODM pushing for its policies to be included in Ruto's manifesto (Taifaleo) and the IEBC clarifying education requirements for elective seats (Kenyans). Additionally, the death of Kirinyaga MCA Beatrice Njoki, a disability rights advocate, is being covered (Tuko).
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17:26⇢ODM's Manifesto Push and IEBC's Degree Clarification
⌨Kenyan media are focusing on political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with ODM pushing for its policies to be included in Ruto's manifesto (Taifaleo) and the IEBC clarifying education requirements for elective seats (Kenyans). Additionally, the death of Kirinyaga MCA Beatrice Njoki, a disability rights advocate, is being covered (Tuko).
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Many castigated Itumbi for his unethical response, and for having the audacity to publish private hospital information regarding patients not under his watch, wondering how information that was suppos...
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The Head of State said the administration is rolling out highly transformative policies entailing improved salaries, provision of better healthcare and dignified houses in a bid to make correctional s...
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Police in Uganda have once again put to task the reverred Canine Unit, this time round using a special sniffer dog to recover stolen items and arrest a suspect promptly.…
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As the 2027 political contest begins to take shape, a new question is emerging in Ukambani: can Augustus Kyalo Muli build the kind of regional political insurgency associated with Edwin…
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Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko is set to move to the High Court after losing a Sh385 million tax dispute with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), escalating his long-running battle…
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SERIKALI imepunguza zaidi bei ya mbolea na mbegu za mahindi katika juhudi za kuwasaidia wakulima wa...
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Gachagua revealed he had come to a decision on his future in opposition after extensive consultations which spanned 55…
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The appointment could ease the dispute over the State’s prolonged failure to implement the court order, although questions remain over whether the Board has been fully operationalised.
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DPP says Ms Mulwa will be charged alongside her mother and brother.
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Inasmuch as the term 3 funds have been released, there are still disputes on whether the funds are enough to cater for…
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The suspect, Wesley Kipkoech Langat, is accused of acting on behalf of a magistrate at the station by demanding the money from an accused person in exchange for securing a lenient penalty in the case....
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Gachagua said his legal team would continue challenging his removal through the courts and expressed confidence that the Court of Appeal would overturn the earlier decision.
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The opposition leaders also reiterated their determination to make Ruto a one-term President, framing their unity as a strategy to defeat him at the ballot.
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MJANE wa aliyekuwa Waziri Mkuu Raila Odinga, Ida Odinga, amemuidhinisha mwanawe Raila Junior...
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21:38⇢Gachagua's 2027 Gambit
⌨Kenyan media are dominated by political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with Gachagua declaring his presidential bid and touring Nyanza (People Daily, Eastleigh Voice), while the opposition unites behind a single candidate to challenge Ruto (Citizen). Additionally, Ida Odinga endorses Raila Junior for Kibra parliamentary seat (Taifaleo).
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21:38⇢Gachagua's 2027 Gambit
⌨Kenyan media are dominated by political maneuvering ahead of 2027, with Gachagua declaring his presidential bid and touring Nyanza (People Daily, Eastleigh Voice), while the opposition unites behind a single candidate to challenge Ruto (Citizen). Additionally, Ida Odinga endorses Raila Junior for Kibra parliamentary seat (Taifaleo).
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The $103,265 fee for H-1B visas would serve as a "revenue mechanism" to recoup the costs of administering the lawful immigration system, the Department of Homeland Security said in its new proposed ru...
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Eastleigh Voice
The Patriotic Front suffered a humiliating defeat in 2021 as voters reacted to poor economic performance. This resulted in a new government led by Hakainde Hichilema and his United Party for National Development.
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