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Iran's new leader vows to keep Strait of Hormuz closed in first statement
Iran will keep blocking the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping channel, according to a statement read on state TV attributed to the new supreme leader. Iranian state media say Iranian forces were behind at least one strike. Since his appointment, he has not been spotted on state TV, and his message was read aloud by the presenter. Iran's state TV news channel has referred to him as a “veteran of the Ramadan war”, without giving any further confirmation as to whether he has been injured. However, the only Royal Navy mine-hunting ship that was stationed in Bahrain, HMS Middleton, recently returned to Portsmouth for planned maintenance.
Source:The Star
March 12, 2026 19:31 UTC
President Ruto stuns in Kapsabet Boys uniform at centenary celebrations
President William Ruto captivated Kenyans after wearing the Kapsabet Boys' uniform on Thursday. The President had attended the Kapsabet Boys' Centenary Celebrations, a monumental event marking 100 years since the establishment of the national school. The prestigious boys’ school has celebrated a century of academic excellence, infrastructural growth, and rich heritage. Maiyo said Ruto joined Kapsabet Boys in 1985 and slept in cube 5, which he alluded to as being the fifth president of Kenya. The president mused that Kapsabet Girls' is the only girls' school with ‘old boys,' pointing to the school being previously a boys' school in 1924.
Source:The Star
March 12, 2026 18:18 UTC
DJ Fat Tony recalls being diagnosed with HIV in 2002 as doctors told him it had 'gone to his brain' after losing 'all of his peer group' to the disease
DJ Fat Tony recalled the day he was diagnosed with HIV in 2002 and doctors told him it had 'gone into his brain.' Tony was ultimately left in a coma for four months because he went untreated for an unknown amount of time. I had already lost all my peer group years before that 85' to 95'.' Everyone was there one day and the next day they were gone. Tony had an epiphany and he soon quit drugs cold turkey, spending six months in rehab to beat the addiction.
Source:The Star
March 12, 2026 18:13 UTC
Court affirms Noordin Haji's appointment as NIS boss
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Source:Standard Digital
March 12, 2026 17:36 UTC
From Sh35b to 45b? MPs poke holes in Talanta Stadium construction
Construction ongoing at the Talanta Sports City stadium. [FILE]A parliamentary committee has now questioned the rationale that saw the transfer of construction works of Talanta City Sports Stadium from Sports Kenya to Ministry of Defense. They also questioned the subsequent change in the initial cost.
Source:Standard Digital
March 12, 2026 17:35 UTC
News24 vs SAAI
This narrative was even carried in the media in some foreign countries; the Akkerland Boerdery farms were cited as an example. The articled was intended to counter that narrative, and sought to show that there was no such expropriation of white farms without compensation. It is common cause that the land was indeed sold by private treaty for R80m to a mining company. The appellant did not dispute that the above steps were taken, but insisted that no expropriation took place, with or without compensation. Well, here is the problem: is it true, as the Ombud says, that a complete expropriation and transfer of title to the government occurred?
Source:News 24
March 12, 2026 17:10 UTC
Kakamega: Familia zilizopoteza wapendwa wao katika maandamamo na ya 2024 wahofia kutofidiwa
6:48 pm | NTV Video 373 views Duration: 2:35Baadhi ya familia zilizoathirika kwenye mswada tata wa fedha wa mwaka wa 2024 kaunti ya kakamega Wamepinga vikali uwezekano wa mkataba mpya kati ya chama cha uda na odm wakisema hauna faida kwao baada ya serikali kushindwa kutimiza ule uliowekwa kati ya serikali na mwendazake raila odinga. Subscribe to NTV Kenya channel for latest Kenyan news today and everyday. Get the Kenya news updates, discussions and other exciting shows. Website: ntvkenya.co.ke || Paper: Daily Nation || Twitter: @ntvkenya || Facebook: NTV Kenya || Instagram: NTV Kenya
Source:Daily Nation
March 12, 2026 17:03 UTC
Kabete: Wakazi wa Kiahuria waandamana wakilalamikia kuongezeka kwa visa vya mauaji ya kina mama
6:55 pm | NTV Video 952 views Duration: 2:38Wakazi wa Kiahuria, eneo bunge la Kabete, wameandamana wakilalamikia kuongezeka kwa visa vya mauaji ya kina mama katika eneo hilo. Subscribe to NTV Kenya channel for latest Kenyan news today and everyday. Get the Kenya news updates, discussions and other exciting shows. Website: ntvkenya.co.ke || Paper: Daily Nation || Twitter: @ntvkenya || Facebook: NTV Kenya || Instagram: NTV Kenya
Source:Daily Nation
March 12, 2026 17:03 UTC
CS John Mbadi Given 60 Days to Disclose New Loan Contracts
The National Treasury has been handed a 60-day ultimatum by the Senate to disclose details of all new loan agreements and securitisation plans amid growing concerns over Kenya’s rising debt burden. The directive was issued by the Senate Finance and Budget Committee on Thursday during a tense session at Parliament Buildings, where lawmakers demanded full transparency on recent borrowing and the legal obligations attached to the loans. According to the committee, Kenya’s national debt had reached approximately Ksh12.2 trillion by December 2025, prompting senators to demand what they described as a “bird’s eye view” of all contractual terms, risks, and repayment obligations tied to the government’s borrowing. An image showing the entrance of the National Treasury buildings Photo National Treasury. This means that Kenya is among the countries feeling the strain, largely due to loans used to finance the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) linking Mombasa and Nairobi.
Source:Daily Nation
March 12, 2026 17:00 UTC
U.S. & IEA to Release 400 Million Barrels of Oil to Prevent Global Fuel Crisis
Kenyans and several countries staring at a possible fuel crisis have received temporary relief after the United States announced emergency measures aimed at stabilising global oil prices and supply. The announcement followed concerns that escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could disrupt global energy supply chains and trigger sharp increases in fuel prices across import-dependent economies such as Kenya. According to the statement, the countries will jointly release about 400 million barrels of oil and refined products from their strategic reserves in a move requested by President Donald Trump to lower global energy prices. The move is expected to ease global supply concerns at a time when fears of disruption in the Middle East had begun triggering speculation over a potential spike in fuel prices and transport costs worldwide. The emergency intervention comes as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global oil transit route, intensify following threats by Iran to close the strategic passage amid the ongoing conflict in the region.
Source:Daily Nation
March 12, 2026 16:36 UTC
Ruto appoints Abdillahi Saggaf Alawy as NLC chair alongside 6 commissioners
President William Ruto/FILEPresident William Ruto has appointed Abdillahi Saggaf Alawy as the new chairperson of the National Land Commission (NLC), alongside six commissioners who will serve for a six-year term. According to the gazette notice, the appointments were made under Article 250(2)(c) of the Constitution and in line with Section 7(2) of the National Land Commission Act (Cap. The same notice confirmed the appointment of six commissioners who will serve alongside the chairperson in managing the affairs of the constitutional body. The commissioners include Susan Kihika Oyatsi from Kakamega County, Daniel Murithi Muiruri from Meru County, Kigen Vincent Cheruiyot from Kericho County, Julie Ouma Oseko from Siaya County, Mohamed Abdi Haji Mohamed from Mandera County, and Mary Jiane Sentei from Kajiado County. The National Land Commission is one of Kenya’s independent constitutional commissions tasked with managing public land on behalf of national and county governments, advising on land policy and investigating historical land injustices.
Source:The Star
March 12, 2026 15:28 UTC
Handcuffed star dubbed the 'alpha male' threatens to rent out his property to migrants or prisoners as neighbours hit out at his plans
A star of reality TV show Handcuffed dubbed the 'alpha male' has threatened to rent out his property to migrants or prisoners, sparking the ire of neighbours. The developer - described on the show as a 'gym-buff property developer' who 'embodies traditional ideals of masculinity' - was handcuffed to feminist Jo. He added that he's heard Mr Wincott has been described as an alpha male on the Channel 4 programme. Speaking about Mr Wincott, he said: 'You haven't even been here five minutes and you've upset everyone. Responding to the claims made against him, Mr Wincott said that HMOs provide a more affordable form of accommodation than self-contained flats.
Source:The Star
March 12, 2026 15:21 UTC
'Fingers on the trigger': Deadly warnings for Iranians being urged to take action
His call came as the security atmosphere inside Iran has intensified. As an internet blackout has continued, checkpoints have been set up in many neighbourhoods and streets. On Wednesday, Iran's semi-official Fars News Agency, which is close to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), alleged that Israeli drones had targeted several checkpoints in Tehran.
Source:The Star
March 12, 2026 14:31 UTC
Woman Claiming to Be Bahati’s Sister Emerges after DNA Results: "Sio Pesa Tunataka"
Source: FacebookIn recent weeks, Bahati has been the centre of attention on social media after a woman, identified as Judith Makokha, claimed to be his biological mother. Now, a new woman has emerged, alleging that she is Bahati’s sister. In a viral TikTok video, she expressed disappointment over the DNA results, questioning why the public and Bahati doubted her alleged mother’s claims. The woman also alleged that the DNA results may have been manipulated and hinted at external parties influencing the saga. The singer urged Judith and her family to respect the DNA results, seemingly putting an end to all the drama, saying:“DNA results were released.
Source:The Star
March 12, 2026 14:28 UTC
Our European or we, the Europeans? – Balkanweb.com
90 minutes, 11 boys and De Biazi cannot be forgotten nor can we avoid our civic and national duties. The hell we have surrendered to cannot be saved if we lie to ourselves with the elixir of 90 minutes, 11 boys and De Biazi. We can only get out of the hell if we decide to do what we believe our 11 boys who went to the European Championship have done. Let's not drown the 11 red and black boys with our national need to be exalted. The 11 boys and De Biazi gave us our European Championship.
Source:News 24
March 12, 2026 13:57 UTC