Month June 2026

UAE to Help Kenya Modernise KDF

Kenya has started discussions with the United Arab Emirates aimed at strengthening the Kenya Defence Forces. The talks focus on improving military technology, operational readiness, and long-term defence capabilities. Senior officials from the National Treasury and the State Department for…

DCI Warns Students Criminal Records May Block Future Employment

The government has cautioned students across all levels against engaging in criminal activities. Officials warned that such behaviour could affect future job opportunities through police clearance records. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura shared the warning on Sunday, June 14. The notice…

Kenya Protests Israel Travel Ban Over Ebola Concerns

Kenya has formally protested Israel’s decision to restrict travel from several African countries. The government described the move as unjustified and based on inaccurate assumptions about Ebola cases in the country. Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei issued the protest…

Ruku Says Ruto Has 70% Support in Meru for 2027

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has projected strong backing for President William Ruto in Meru County during the 2027 General Election. He said residents remain firmly behind the Kenya Kwanza administration despite growing political competition. Speaking during a television…

Ruto Heads to France for G7 Summit

President William Ruto is set to travel to France for the upcoming G7 Summit, marking another high-level international engagement for the Head of State. Kenya will attend as the only African nation invited to the global meeting. Ruto announced his…

US Adds Ksh6.5 Billion to Ebola Response

The United States has committed an additional Ksh6.5 billion to strengthen efforts against the latest Ebola outbreak even as debate continues over the suspended quarantine facility in Laikipia. The U.S. Department of State announced plans to provide $50 million through…

Former Minister Gideon Konchellah Dies After Illness

Former Cabinet Minister and ex-Kilgoris MP Gideon Konchellah has died after a long illness. Sources indicated that Konchellah died on Saturday, June 13, while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital. Reports suggest he suffered a cardiac arrest before his death.…

Planes Diverted from JKIA to Mombasa During Emergency Drill

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) carried out a full-scale emergency drill on Thursday, June 11, involving simulated aircraft crash scenarios.The exercise saw planes initially scheduled to land at JKIA diverted to Moi International Airport in Mombasa to allow for unhindered…

Aircraft Crash-Lands at JKIA as Emergency Teams Respond

An aircraft crash-landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Thursday, June 11, triggering an immediate emergency response from aviation and rescue agencies. The Kenya Red Cross confirmed the incident and said emergency teams moved quickly to the scene. The organization…