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Ruto, Sakaja to seal cooperation pact at State House
President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja will this afternoon oversee the signing of a cooperation agreement between the two levels of government. Senator Edwin Sifuna warned that any pact entered between the two must comply with the constitution that guarantees autonomy to counties. In 2020, Sakaja said Nairobi experienced a misadventure that resulted in Sh16 billion in pending bills. “The functions bestowed upon the county of Nairobi by the constitution shall remain the functions of the county. For those who think otherwise, they are free to look for another county and another governor, not Sakaja Johnson,” he said.
Source:The Star
February 17, 2026 14:00 UTC
How the tide turned against the leader of South Africa's second-biggest party
For the DA, such criticism is a major blow as it has long positioned itself as being far more democratic and competent than Ramaphosa's ANC. But it has now come under fire from one of its key constituencies - South Africa's mostly white farmers - many of whom vote for the centre-right DA or the right-wing Freedom Front Plus.
Source:The Star
February 17, 2026 13:39 UTC
Džana Pinjo, Snežana Bogićević, Maja Izetbegović to Star in ‘Hedgehogs in the Haze,’ From Oscar Winner Danis Tanović (EXCLUSIVE)
Popular on VarietyDunja, an unemployed teacher and single mom, is trying to reconstruct her life while coping with her abusive ex-husband Kemo, who’s in prison. When a fortune in drugs falls into their hands, the trio decide to use it to take down Kemo’s operation. ‘Hedgehogs in the Haze’ was born out of that process: their experiences, their humor, their lives,” said Danis Tanović who co-directs the series alongside Nermin Hamzagić. The global drama series market is currently marked by a noticeable contraction of market money: commercial investment, broadcaster commitments, and platform financing are substantially lower than they were five years ago. A civil society organization and multidisciplinary production house founded in 2015, RealStage operates as an independent non-profit association engaged in theatre, film, and interdisciplinary arts.
Source:The Star
February 17, 2026 13:34 UTC
Maraga condemns State over violence at Sifuna's meeting
[Peterson Githaiga, Standard]Former Chief Justice David Maraga has condemned Sunday’s violence at the Edwin Sifuna-led political rally in Kitengela, Kajiado County, and accused the government of orchestrating it. I stand firmly with the United Opposition in condemning the teargassing of gatherings, particularly churches,” he said. Maraga said many people were unable to register due to the long distances they have to cover to reach registration centres. “At the moment, ID and voter registration are at the constituency level. Maraga, 75, said he wants to involve the youth in the governance, noting that they had been ignored in the process.
Source:Standard Digital
February 17, 2026 12:24 UTC
We tried a fiber-filled Diet Coke that could be sold in the US. It wasn't for everyone, but it won some fans.
The soft drinks company launched the Diet Coke Fiber+ drink in Asia in 2017. A controlled experimentWe tried both the Diet Coke and Diet Coke Fiber+ for comparison. We brought the whole bureau in for the taste testThe Singapore bureau tried the fiber-enriched diet coke. Aditi BharadeWe brought the team in for the taste test with bottles of fiber Coke and regular Diet Coke. The fiber Coke won new fans at the bureau, with five team members saying they preferred it to regular Diet Coke.
Source:The Star
February 17, 2026 11:42 UTC
Meet first Indian actress to deliver Rs 1000 crore film, not Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Rashmika Mandanna, Aishwarya Rai, or Priyanka Chopra, her name is…
For many years, male celebrities controlled the Rs 1000 crore club, while ladies were rarely given credit for such significant achievements. Remarkably, it's someone who forged her own path to popularity throughout India rather than Anushka Shetty, Deepika Padukone, or Priyanka Chopra. Tamannaaha Bhatia's Rs 1000 crore filmTamannaah starred in S.S. Rajamouli's epic story "Baahubali: The Beginning" in 2015, which went on to earn between Rs 600 and Rs 650 crore globally. With this achievement, Tamannaah changed the record for female actresses at the box office by being the first heroine linked to a Rs 1000 crore movie. Tamannaaha Bhatia's brand collaborationsTamannaah is making headlines for a different purpose apart from films.
Source:News 24
February 17, 2026 11:27 UTC
The Sifuna force: Sifuna rallies draw massive crowds as ODM's internal rifts deepen
The Sifuna force: Sifuna rallies draw massive crowds as ODM's internal rifts deepen 17th February, 2026The simmering power struggle within ODM burst into the open over the weekend, as rival camps led by Oburu Odinga and Edwin Sifuna held parallel political rallies. Sifuna drew massive crowds in Kitengela, Kajiado, signaling growing grassroots backing even as the party’s interim leadership under Oburu pushes its own agenda. The dueling events underscored deepening cracks within the Orange party at a time when unity is critical ahead of 2027. Political observers now say the unfolding contest is more than a personal rivalry it could redefine the party’s identity and succession politics, with some analysts branding Sifuna as the new face of ODM’s combative, reform-driven legacy once associated with Raila Odinga. As the factions consolidate support, the question remains: will ODM close ranks, or is this the beginning of a long-term realignment?
Source:Standard Digital
February 17, 2026 09:54 UTC
Kenyans will get raw deal from Safaricom shares sale, Nyoro says
Why Tullow Oil's sale is a new dawn for TurkanaIt is a profound corporate rescue mission and a second chance to reclaim a destiny that once glittered on the horizon before fading into the painful economic anguish of Tullow’s operational pullback.
Source:Standard Digital
February 17, 2026 09:00 UTC
Milind Soman to Run Hill Highways of Kerala; "Ennal Vaa" Invite by the Star Goes Viral
NewsVoirAdvertisementKochi (Kerala) [India], February 17: India's fitness icon, Milind Soman, has announced a landmark Hill Highway Run in Kerala, scheduled for February 22, 2026. AdvertisementThe run will take place on the Kuttikkanam - Kattappana stretch of the Idukki Hill Highway. Built by the Government of Kerala and funded by the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) at an approximate cost of Rs. The Hill Highway was built with the dual purpose of promoting hill tourism and providing vital connectivity for high-range residents to the mainland. Advertisement"When I saw those reels of the Idukki Hill Highway, the first thing that came to mind was a 'Wah!'
Source:The Star
February 17, 2026 07:54 UTC
Why are more under-50s getting colorectal cancer? 'We don't know'
The "Dawson's Creek" star died last week aged 48 after being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, also known as bowel cancer. Similar to other cancers among young people, colorectal cancer has been linked with being overweight, having a bad diet, not exercising enough, drinking and smoking. "We don't know," Jenny Seligmann, a researcher specialising in colorectal cancer at the University of Leeds in the UK, told AFP. Seligmann said she was also seeing many different subtypes of colorectal cancer in her clinic, which suggests there is not a single cause behind the rise. The most noticeable symptom of colorectal cancer is changes in bowel movements such as diarrhoea or constipation.
Source:The Star
February 17, 2026 07:42 UTC
The Sifuna factor: Moment or movement?
Embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna addresses a rally in Kitengela on February 15, 2026. [Peterson Githaiga, Standard]A political storm is brewing after embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna drew a massive turnout in Kitengela, Kajiado County, despite claims by a rival faction that his position has already been filled. On Sunday, Sifuna held his first rally since the ODM National Executive Council, chaired by party leader Oburu Oginga, announced his replacement over alleged ‘indiscipline’. The unexpectedly large crowd in Kitengela has fuelled speculation about an emerging political wave around him.
Source:Standard Digital
February 17, 2026 04:53 UTC
Audit pins Kenya Railways over SGR operations, dollar dealings
Why Tullow Oil's sale is a new dawn for TurkanaIt is a profound corporate rescue mission and a second chance to reclaim a destiny that once glittered on the horizon before fading into the painful economic anguish of Tullow’s operational pullback.
Source:Standard Digital
February 17, 2026 04:30 UTC
Ruto, Uhuru meet at AU summit in Ethiopia
President William Ruto, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on the sidelines of the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa / HANDOUTFormer President Uhuru Kenyatta on Sunday met President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on the sidelines of the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa. Uhuru participated in several engagements, including the official opening session and a closed-door meeting with sitting Heads of State and country representatives. The AU summit comes at a critical time as Africa navigates economic pressures, climate challenges, and opportunities for deeper continental integration. F ormer President Uhuru Kenyatta at the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa/ HANDOUTThe Summit concluded on Sunday, February 15, at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, following two days of high-level deliberations by African Heads of State and Government. The Assembly was preceded by a state dinner hosted by Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.
Source:The Star
February 17, 2026 02:18 UTC
Kenyan Security Guard Fired Via WhatsApp Text Wins Payout for Underpayment, Unfair Dismissal
The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Machakos awarded former security guard KSh 698,292. The Employment Court in Machakos awarded former security guard KSh 698,292 for unfair dismissal and underpayment. The employer appealed against a lower court's ruling that had awarded KSh 1.09 million to Mboya. Therefore, Mboya was awarded KSh 382,200 for unpaid overtime, KSh 17,929.12 for untaken annual leave, and KSh 400 in unremitted NSSF deductions. The court awarded her five months' salary as compensation for unfair termination, plus unpaid salary, notice pay, bonus, and accrued leave days.
Source:Daily Nation
February 17, 2026 01:25 UTC
Mwaura: State stands in solidarity with women over alleged secret filming incident
Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura / HANDOUTThe government has reaffirmed its support for Kenyan women following reports that a foreign national allegedly recorded and circulated intimate images without consent. In a statement, Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura said the government stands in solidarity with all affected women and has launched a coordinated response to pursue the matter. He said that the alleged act violates constitutional protections on dignity and privacy under Articles 28 and 31 of the Constitution of Kenya. “First, the government condemns in the strongest terms possible the disturbing incident in which a foreign national is alleged to have secretly recorded and circulated images of intimate Kenyan women without their consent,” Mwaura said. Mwaura said the government has directed security, investigative, and prosecutorial agencies to urgently pursue the case in collaboration with international authorities due to its cross-border nature.
Source:The Star
February 17, 2026 00:47 UTC