Is the State targeting Gachagua? A chronology of attacks since his ouster
DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua./HANDOUTFormer Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has come under a wave of relentless attacks as the country edges closer to the high-stakes 2027 General Election, triggering fresh debate over political intolerance. The repeated incidents, unfolding across funerals, church services and public rallies, have fuelled speculation over whether the attacks are random acts of lawlessness or part of a calculated effort to neutralise rivals ahead of the next poll.
Source:The Star
January 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
Free education? Only in name as parents shoulder rising school fees
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Source:Standard Digital
January 27, 2026 07:30 UTC
KPC stake sale: Kenya's strategic play in East Africa's oil and gas rush
More holes in payslip as new NSSF rates set to come into forceSalaried workers, already reeling from enhanced statutory deductions, are bracing for a further squeeze on their pay from February 1 as a scheduled increase in NSSF contributions takes effect.
Source:Standard Digital
January 27, 2026 07:30 UTC
Winnie Byanyima Reveals the Dire Health Condition of Detained Kizza Besigye
The wife of Ugandan opposition leader Dr Kizza Besigye, who was captured by Ugandan agents in Nairobi in 2024, Winnie Byanyima, has disclosed that President Yoweri Museveni's former personal physician is in declining health while being held at Luzira Maximum Security Prison. In an update following a visit by Besigye's personal physician, Byanyima said her husband's condition continues to deteriorate, noting that he is only beginning to respond slowly and painfully to treatment. Meanwhile, she disclosed that prison authorities have refused to transfer Besigye to a private medical facility, forcing his personal doctor to repeatedly travel through heavy traffic to the prison to attend to him. Ugandan opposition figure Kizza Besigye being wheeled away from a past court hearing. Besigye, who started as President Museveni's personal doctor, is a human rights activist and opposition leader in Uganda who has mentored many politicians in the country, including musician-turned-politician Bobi Wine.
Source:Daily Nation
January 27, 2026 07:01 UTC
How trolls tormenting Pierce Brosnan’s wife have ‘taken toll’ on couple… as pals say latest attack has left star reeling
WHEN Pierce Brosnan first laid eyes on sultry brunette Keely Shaye at a beach party in Mexico, he fell head over heels. But insiders tell us that Pierce, who shares sons Dylan and Paris with Keely, has reached his limit with it all. She is the most beautiful woman in my eyes. A couple of years ago, Pierce is reported to have hit out at one cruel post, which has since been deleted. She is the most beautiful woman in my eyes.
Source:The Star
January 27, 2026 06:53 UTC
Kenya's ex-deputy president alleges assassination attempt in church attack
Prominent Kenyan opposition figure Rigathi Gachagua has alleged there was an attempt on his life during a Sunday church service. He had previously accused his former ally President William Ruto of ordering the attack but did not provide any evidence. Ruto has not commented but government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura accused Gachagua of staging the attack. Gachagua said that after he was helped to safety, the attackers set his car on fire and "mercilessly" beat up those gathered outside the church. On Monday, government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said Gachagua had orchestrated the attack himself.
Source:The Star
January 27, 2026 06:34 UTC
Truphena Muthoni's 72-hour tree-hugging record ratified by Guinness World Records
Tree-hugging Ambassador Truphena Muthoni./FILEThe Guinness World Records has recognised Truphena Muthoni's 72-hour tree-hugging world record. In a statement on Monday, January 26, Guinness World Records described Muthoni's feat as an act by a "passionate environmental activist from Kenya sending a strong message about protecting the Earth after hugging a tree for three whole days." "Truphena Muthoni has set the record for longest marathon hugging a tree with an unbelievable total of 72 hours," Guinness World Records said. According to Guinness World Records, Abdul Hakim Awal (Ghana) broke it in 2024 with 24 hours, 21 min, 4 sec, and Truphena first came along in February 2025 to take the title after setting a new 48-hour record. “The first attempt was a statement, a way to reintroduce humanity to the Earth through a simple, intimate act,” Truphena told Guinness.
Source:The Star
January 27, 2026 05:42 UTC
Eliud Owalo: What I will do if elected president
Presidential aspirant Eliud Owalo./HANDOUTFormer Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Delivery and Government Efficiency Eliud Owalo has detailed his vision for the country should he mount a successful presidential bid. Owalo argued that corruption remains the single most destructive threat to Kenya’s economic stability, estimating that the government loses at least Sh2 billion daily through graft. If elected, he pledged to enforce a sweeping clean-up anchored on digitalization of revenue systems and historical audits. If I’m elected president, I will reopen all cases of corruption from 2010 to date. Youth unemployment, Owalo noted, remains a major national challenge that requires innovation and structural reforms.
Source:The Star
January 27, 2026 05:12 UTC
Scotland announce squad after replacing Bangladesh in T20 World Cup
Scotland have announced their squad for T20 World Cup 2026 after replacing Bangladesh in Group C. This marks their seventh appearance at the marquee event and the side will be captained by Richie Berrington with Owen Dawkins as the head coach of the side who are now prepared for international challenge. Zainullah Ihsan receives maiden call-upThe squad has some notable changes with Zainullah Ihsan earning maiden-call up after he became recently eligible to represent Scotland. Also Read: T20 World Cup: Will Pakistan boycott India matches or the entire tournament? “The coaching staff, selectors and I are all really excited about the squad that has been picked. Bangladesh made multiple venue change requests but ICC remained firm on its stand that changing venue last minute for a team isn't logistically possible.
Source:News 24
January 27, 2026 05:01 UTC
From deepfakes to grooming: UN warns of escalating AI threats to children
Organisations that advocate for children report that predators can use AI to analyse a child’s online behaviour, emotional state, and interests to tailor their grooming strategy. Organisations that advocate for children report that predators can use AI to analyse a child’s online behaviour, emotional state, and interests to tailor their grooming strategy. AI is also enabling offenders to generate explicit fake images of real children, driving a new form of sexual extortion. That's why we set out these child online protection guidelines. Global organisations are urged to integrate children’s rights across all AI-related policies and strategies.
Source:Daily Nation
January 27, 2026 04:44 UTC
Mariam Njoki: This is why I switched allegiance to Qatar
[File, Standard]Mariam Lufti Njoki, formerly Christine Njoki is over the moon even as she awaits approval by World Athletics to represent her new country – Qatar. The fast-rising star says she has switched allegiance as she looks to achieve her dream of competing at the premier athletics competitions – World Championships and the Olympics. On Sunday, Njoki competed at the 35th edition of Discovery Kenya Cross Country in Eldoret and successfully defended her title. “Representing Qatar is a big motivation for me because it is tough to make it to the top and to get selected to represent Kenya,” Njoki says. In Njoki’s case, Athletics Kenya had released Njoki to her new federation – Qatar Athletics Federation but World Athletics Nationality Review has to confirm whether the deal was genuine before approving it.
Source:Daily Nation
January 27, 2026 04:30 UTC
T20 World Cup: Will Pakistan boycott India matches or the entire tournament? Report gives shocking update
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced on Monday that a final decision regarding Pakistan’s participation in next month’s T20 World Cup has been postponed. “If Pakistan decide to withdraw, Bangladesh would be given the opportunity to replace them in Group A and play all their matches in Sri Lanka as per BCB’s original request. Sources close to the issue told HT that the ICC is planning to recall Bangladesh as a replacement if Pakistan pulls out of the tournament. The absence of a proper reason to withdraw from the tournament is one of the reasons why the PCB is reluctant. Also Read: Pakistan told to skip T20 World Cup 2026, avoid humiliation amid Mohsin Naqvi’s boycott threatsThe PCB is said to be seeking other options.
Source:News 24
January 27, 2026 03:54 UTC
Ruto pledges action as femicide report exposes national crisis
President William Ruto receives the gender-based violence report from Dr Nancy Baraza at State House, Nairobi, Monday, January 26, 2026. [PCS]President William Ruto on Monday received the report of the Technical Working Group on Gender-Based Violence, including femicide, and pledged a coordinated national response to end the scourge. It details the scale and complexity of gender-based violence (GBV) in Kenya, highlighting domestic violence, harmful cultural practices, femicide, and technology-facilitated abuse. “This report lays bare the fears and hopes of Kenyans, especially survivors of gender-based violence,” noted Ruto, adding, “Violence rooted in gender, power, or inequality is a betrayal of our Constitution, our values, and our humanity.”The report calls for GBV, including femicide, to be treated as a national crisis requiring urgent action. Ruto explained that the government will review all recommendations through Cabinet, relevant ministries, and agencies to determine policy, legislative, and administrative measures.
Source:Standard Digital
January 27, 2026 02:44 UTC
Gangster Goldy Brar’s parents arrested for extortion in Punjab: Police
The Muktsar police on Monday said that foreign-based gangster Goldy Brar’s parents were arrested in connection with an extortion case. According to PTI, Muktsar SSP Abhimanyu Rana said that Goldy Brar’s father Shamsher Singh and his mother Preetpal Kaur were arrested in the case. The SSP said that Goldy’s parents have a house in Adesh Nagar in Muktsar, but they are originally natives of Faridkot. Goldy Brar is one of the accused in the murder of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala in 2022. Police have identified 1,200 associates of 60 foreign-based gangsters and their 600 family members who are allegedly involved in criminal activities.
Source:News 24
January 27, 2026 02:34 UTC
NTV Kenya: US restricts visas for two members of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council
US restricts visas for two members of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential CouncilThe U.S. State Department said on Sunday it was imposing visa restrictions on members of Haiti’s Transitional Presidential Council and revoking the visas of two council members and their immediate families. The State Department did not immediately respond to a request for more information. Rubio insisted that the council dissolve as scheduled but emphasized the importance of Fils-Aime remaining in his post, a State Department spokesperson said. Two council members called on Friday for the removal of Fils-Aime from his post. The council was appointed in 2024 to oversee a move toward Haiti’s first election in a decade.
Source:Daily Nation
January 27, 2026 02:26 UTC