The start of 2026 has been marked by tragedy for Senate Speaker Amason Kingi following the sudden death of his bodyguard on New Year's Day. Speaker Kingi took to social media to mourn his fallen bodyguard, describing their relationship as one that transcended professional boundaries. Senate Speaker Amason Kingi (right), with his late bodyguard, Cpl. The position demanded exceptional commitment and loyalty, attributes Speaker Kingi openly praised while paying tribute to him. The National Police Service is yet to release an official statement regarding the circumstances surrounding the officer's death.

Jane Nyambura and her two-year-old daughter Tianna Kabutha/ FAMILYA family in the Kangari area in Kigumo constituency, Murang’a County, is mourning after a 25-year-old woman killed her daughter before dying by suicide. Esther Njeri, her mother, explained that she left her second-born daughter at home with her granddaughter in the morning and headed to Kangari market, where she trades. Njeri’s last-born son, who is in Grade Nine, had spent the day at home with his elder sister and saw her holding a rope. He opened the door, saw his sister, and ran to the neighbours for help. Catherine Wanjiru, a family friend, said Nyambura had seemed fine, though she had been jobless since graduating with a finance degree in 2024.

A building under construction has collapsed in South C.In a statement, the Kenya Red Cross said the building collapsed early this morning in the South C Shopping Centre area, Nairobi County. The collapsed building stood next to other structures that are also under construction. On July 31, last year, a wall collapsed at a construction site on 147 Rhapta Road, injuring several workers. Earlier in February, one person passed away when a three-storey building under construction collapsed on Third Avenue in Parklands, Nairobi. Witnesses said the building collapsed at around 5:20 pm on February 11, after construction had ended and most workers had left.

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Makhadzi was involved in a serious road accident hours to the new year. After reports of the accident and injuries circulated widely, Makhadzi’s label, Makhadzi Entertainment, took to social media to address the issue. Her social media pages are currently being managed by her team, who promised to share updates on her condition as they emerge. See the full statement below:Photos from the alleged accident later surfaced on social media. Many took to social media to wish her a speedy recovery, expressing concern and sending prayers for her well-being.

President William Ruto delivers New Year message to Kenyans at the Eldoret State Lodge, on December 31, 2025. [PSCU]Every new year, we laugh at the viral clip of someone editing their resolutions: “buy a car” becomes “buy a carpet,” “save Sh1 million” shrinks to “save Sh10,000,” achieved by deleting the three zeros and “start my own business” cleverly morphs into “mind my own business.” It is funny and satisfying, but it also captures a deeper truth that dreams are not set in stone.

Mutahi Ngunyi did not emerge from the wilderness to comment on Uhuru Kenyatta. He served as a presidential adviser. [File, Standard]Kenyan politics has a cruel afterlife. It does not simply retire its actors; it recycles them, often in undignified ways. It is remembered, resented, and weaponized long after it has left office.

On Friday, January 2, 2026, the Kenyan newspapers on January 2, 2026, the Kenyan newspapers featured President William Ruto's proposal to create a new police unit. Daily NationPresident William Ruto plans to create a specialised digital intelligence unit to combat misuse of the internet. The StarThe publication reported that President Ruto seems to be implementing a well-planned, multifaceted plan to undermine the Opposition and break through its established strongholds. According to Oburu, the party head is the automatic presidential candidate, as he insisted that the party regulations are clear. Parents have complained that some students were transferred to various senior schools without asking for a review or transfer.

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The milestone was shared by Rishad Premji, the current chairman of Wipro and son of founder Azim Premji, on social media platform X. His son Azim Premji was only two years old at the time. In 2019, Azim Premji stepped down as chairman, handing over leadership to his son Rishad Premji. He has donated about 74 per cent of his Wipro shares to the Azim Premji Foundation, which supports education and healthcare initiatives in India. From a small oil and soap maker to a global technology company, Wipro’s 80-year journey is a story of vision, resilience and long-term thinking.

Allocation praised as timely to combat hygiene, maintenance and safety woes in flatsRESIDENTS of People’s Housing Programme (PPR) flats across Johor Baru are applauding the state government’s allocation of RM100mil to urgently improve and maintain their homes. The PPR flats are home to 32,367 residents. Housewife Eng Siu Mei, 42, who has lived at PPR Kempas Permai since 2016, said cleanliness was a major concern. “All facilities, from parking to lifts and building maintenance, need proper attention. Of this total, RM100mil has been earmarked for the maintenance and repair of PPR flats, government rental houses and public flats.

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has mourned the death of his bodyguard, Corporal John Lwane Lumumba, describing him as family and a dedicated professional taken too soon. The Speaker noted that Lumumba was more than a security officer to him, praising his dedication, professionalism, and unwavering loyalty in the discharge of his duties. One minute we were walking together and chatting jovially, and the next I received the devastating news that you were no more,” Kingi said. “To me, you were not just a bodyguard; you were family. Kingi extended his condolences to Lumumba’s family, friends, and colleagues, praying for strength and comfort during the difficult period.

Ole Sapit cited high taxation, interest rates, electricity costs, and what he described as relentless borrowing as key factors squeezing families and businesses. Corruption continues to weaken our economic foundation,” Ole Sapit said. Even as crime is addressed through the law, the church stands for self-regulation, accountability and the dignity of belief,” Ole Sapit said. Echoing the economic concerns, Ole Sapit highlighted reports of rising school fees, warning that such increases could prevent children from poor families from accessing education. “The Ministry of Education categorically clarifies that there has been no increase in school fees for public secondary or senior schools.

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has penned a hopeful new year message saying 2026 will see a stronger and united opposition as the country heads to 2027 general elections. He said 2026 would lay the foundation of what would happen in2027 and wished Kenyans good health and wisdom that would enable them to elect good leaders for the sake of the future generations. On Trans Nzoia matters, Natembeya said his administration had worked with the people of Trans Nzoia to correct the mess caused by the previous regimes. “We are now out of that bad situation, and I thank the residents of Trans Nzoia for giving me the chance to serve them. I wish the people of Trans Nzoia and all Kenyans a happy 2026 full of blessings," Natembeya said.

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Oginga has declared that he will be the party’s presidential candidate if ODM opts to contest the 2027 General Election on its own. Oburu said the ODM constitution is explicit that the party leader automatically becomes its presidential candidate in the event the party chooses to go it alone. That presidential candidate is clearly stated in the constitution of our party, and it is the party leader. I am the presidential candidate for ODM if ODM decides that it goes it alone,” Oburu said. The ODM party leader added that ODM is closely monitoring the implementation of the 10-point agenda signed between Raila Odinga and President William Ruto.