January 07
Kenya: Nairobi Police Arrest Four, Seize Large Quantities of Suspected Cannabis in South B and Kahawa West
Capital FM
Nairobi police officers have seized significant quantities of suspected cannabis sativa in two separate operations in the city, resulting in the arrest of four suspects. Read more »
Kenya: Shofco Awards 6,504 Full Scholarships to Students in Informal, Marginalised Areas
Capital FM
As schools reopen across the country for the 2026 academic year, thousands of students from informal settlements and marginalised communities in 11 counties are returning to… Read more »
Kenya: The Matatu Musical Causes Ripples in the Entertainment Scene Ahead of Its Premiere
Capital FM
The Matatu Musical is one of the most anticipated stage productions in Nairobi this year. It is set to premiere on January 22, 2026, at the Kenya National Theatre. Ahead of the… Read more »
Kenya: 'Why I Signed for Nairobi United,' - Ex-Tusker Attacker Reveals
Capital FM
Nairobi, Kenya, January 7 2026 - United's new signing John Njuguna admits the allure of playing continental football was too strong to resist. Read more »
Kenya: Imports Widen Current Account Deficit to Sh135.3bn in Q3
Capital FM
Kenya's current account deficit expanded further in the third quarter (Q3) of last year, driven by higher imports relative to exports. Read more »
Kenya: Kapsabet Marathon Runner Weldon Cheruiyot Dies During Morning Training
Capital FM
An upcoming international athlete collapsed and died on a street in Kapsabet during a routine morning training session. Read more »
Tanzania: Two Kenyan Police Officers Arrested in Tanzania Over Cross-Border Arrest Attempt
Capital FM
Two Kenyan police officers have been arrested by Tanzanian authorities during an attempted cross-border arrest in the Horohoro area of Tanzania. Read more »
Kenya: Kennedy Buhere - Why Junior School Autonomy Is the Wrong Policy Choice
Capital FM
Junior School (JS) teachers are increasingly calling on the government to grant the Junior School level full autonomy, separating it from both primary and secondary education. Last… Read more »
Kenya: IG Kanja Reviews Plans to Establish National Police University
Capital FM
The National Police Service's ambition to establish a National Police University continues to gain momentum, marking a transformative chapter in police training and leadership… Read more »
Kenya: Kisumu Traders Rebuild As Kondele and Kibuye Markets Receive Sh3 Million Each Empowerment Funds
Capital FM
After years of disrupted trade, vandalism and lost stock caused by recurrent street demonstrations in Kisumu, small-scale traders at Kondele and Kibuye markets are beginning to… Read more »
Kenya: Search At South C Building Collapse Enters Sixth Day As Victim Is Buried
Capital FM
The search at the site of the South C building collapse has entered its sixth day, with rescue teams working tirelessly to clear the remaining rubble with authorities hoping to… Read more »
Kenya: Nyota Project Phase Two Business Support Rollout Set to Begin in 27 Counties
Capital FM
The government is set to roll out the NYOTA Project Business Support Component Phase Two following the successful completion of mandatory classroom training by youth beneficiaries… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Support Women's Autonomy in Marriage and Reproduction Decisions, but Divided On Abortion
Afrobarometer
Majorities say schools should teach sex education and schoolgirls who get pregnant should be allowed to continue their education. Read more »
January 06
Ethiopia: More Than 20 Ethiopian Migrants Killed in Road Accident
Nile Post
At least 22 migrants have been killed and 65 others injured after a lorry they were travelling in overturned in Ethiopia's north-eastern Afar region, authorities have confirmed. Read more »
East Africa: Diageo Agrees to Sell East African Breweries Stake to Asahi
Daba Finance
Diageo has agreed to sell its entire 65% stake in East African Breweries plc to Japan's Asahi Group Holdings, marking a major ownership shift in one of Africa's largest beverage… Read more »
Kenya: Manuva Njaanuary Na Odibets - Odibets Rolls Out January Blues Promo
Capital FM
Kenyan betting firm Odibets has rolled out an exciting January promotion dubbed "Manuva Njaanuary na Odibets", offering customers a daily opportunity to win Sh1,000 in cash… Read more »
Kenya: Alai Denies Drawing Gun in Kilimani Restaurant Dispute With Babu Owino
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Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly (MCA) Robert Alai has denied claims that he drew a firearm during a confrontation with Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino at a… Read more »
Kenya: Why KCB Took a Minority Stake in Pesapal
Capital FM
KCB Bank Group has opted for a minority investment in payment solutions firm Pesapal as part of a strategy to gain exposure to the fast-growing fintech sector while avoiding the… Read more »
Kenya: NCCK Distances Itself From Prophet Owuor, Backs Medical Treatment and Church Regulation
Capital FM
The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has distanced itself from the teachings and practices of self-styled prophet David Owuor, insisting that no religious leader should… Read more »
Kenya: Sabrina Carpenter Released 2025's Most Annoying Songs, Study Says
Capital FM
Sabrina Carpenter released the most annoying songs of 2025, according to a new study. Read more »
Kenya: Sossion Calls for Continuous Review of CBE Pathways
Capital FM
Veteran trade unionist Wilson Sossion has called for a continuous review of the Competency Based Education (CBE) pathways to ensure they remain relevant to learners and aligned… Read more »
Kenya: Fear Grips Wasare Village As Hippo Attack Leaves Woman Critically Injured
Capital FM
Residents of Wasare village in Nyakach Sub-county are living in fear following a series of deadly encounters with hippopotamuses straying from Lake Victoria, the latest attack… Read more »
Kenya: KPC Shares Set to List At NSE in January, Says Ruto
Capital FM
Shares of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) are set to begin trading at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) in January, President William Ruto has said, signalling progress in the… Read more »
Kenya: Boat Riding Competition Shines Spotlight On Fish-for-Sex Menace in Rarieda
Capital FM
Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) Founder and CEO Dr. Kennedy Odede has rolled out an innovative boat-riding competition at Luanda Kotieno Beach in Rarieda, Siaya County, aimed… Read more »
January 05
Kenya: High-Profile Adani Power Deal Among Projects Halted By State
Capital FM
The government has officially announced the termination of the Adani-sponsored Power Transmission Lines project, which had faced intense public scrutiny after receiving approval… Read more »
