Ruto tasks new envoys with strategic trade and job opportunities for youth
NAIROBI, Kenya Jan 20 – President William Ruto has officially dispatched a new batch of Kenya’s ambassadors and high commissioners to their respective diplomatic missions abroad. Speaking during the ceremony, President Ruto described representing the country on the international stage as the ‘greatest honour in public service,’ noting that the diplomats carry the hopes, values, and aspirations of the nation. The Head of State said the envoys have a clear mandate to safeguard Kenya’s national interests, foster mutually beneficial relations, and represent the Kenyan people with dedication and commitment. President Ruto emphasized that the diplomats will pursue economic diplomacy guided by Kenya’s new roadmap to transform the country into a first-world economy through the National Infrastructure Fund and the Sovereign Wealth Fund. He said the envoys will focus on securing strategic trade and investment opportunities that advance Kenya’s development agenda, create dignified livelihoods for young people, and accelerate the nation’s journey toward shared prosperity.
Source:Daily Nation
January 20, 2026 20:47 UTC
Lawyers to wait longer in fight for engagement with public entities
[Edward Kiplimo, Standard]Over 18,000 lawyers in Kenya will have to wait until at least Friday January 23, 2026, to know their fate over engagement with public entities. Despite a plea with the High Court, Judge Samwel Mohochi did not vary his decision of January 12, which barred all public entities from engaging private law firms and lawyers. “The legal fees for all services to public entities are always capped and no lawyer can be paid above the stipulated amounts,” he submitted. “The county is unable to comply with legitimate court orders, including that ordering payments of fees. She deposed that the same ensured the public service was efficient and effective and promoted the values and principles of public service, to avoid wastage of public resources.
Source:Standard Digital
January 20, 2026 20:17 UTC
Nguni Ward MCA Dismisses Claims He Was Assaulted for Chanting ‘Tutam' at Burial
Nguni Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) Jeremiah Mutua has come out to dismiss reports alleging that he was assaulted in opposition territory for openly backing the Kenya Kwanza government. Mutua clarified that the incident in question took place on January 17, during a burial ceremony of the mother of Nuu Ward MCA Judith Wanza. According to the MCA, the ceremony began peacefully, and he was warmly received by mourners. The MCA added, "The attackers are well known, and several were clearly captured in widely circulated videos. "Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, my party leader, stands out as a proven and dependable leader with a strong track record of good governance.
Source:Daily Nation
January 20, 2026 19:07 UTC
World’s largest railway station was built 125 years ago, not in India, China, Japan, UK, its in…, name is…
1 / 8Grand Central Terminal in New York, USA, is the world’s largest railway station. Grand Central Terminal: A World Record Holder If you’ve ever visited New York, you’ve likely seen Grand Central Terminal. It’s the largest railway station in the world by the number of platforms, earning a spot in the Guinness World Records. Built by New York Central Railroad, it replaced steam trains with electric trains after a deadly 1902 Park Avenue tunnel accident. Daily Operations and Commuter Hub Grand Central is primarily used by Metro-North Railroad commuter trains.
Source:News 24
January 20, 2026 19:01 UTC
What Is NATO? Members, purpose, and role in global security
He has not ruled out using force, raising concerns in Europe about the possibility of a direct confrontation between NATO allies. 3 / 8Formation and Purpose of NATO NATO was formed on April 4, 1949, by 12 countries from Europe and North America. Reuters reports that Trump’s 10% tariffs on some European allies could potentially lead to a direct confrontation between NATO members. 7 / 8Funding NATO Each NATO member contributes to the alliance’s operating costs based on a formula linked to Gross National Income (GNI). Notably, all these countries, along with the US, are NATO members.
Source:News 24
January 20, 2026 19:01 UTC
Guatemala riots: State of emergency declared as prison riots see guards taken hostage and several killed
Shortly after police freed one prison on Sunday morning, suspected gang members launched attacks on officers throughout the capital. View 5 Images Police officers were killed in attacks (Image: Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. It also grants police powers to detain individuals without court orders if they're suspected gang members. View 5 Images Officers were taken hostage (Image: )Security forces can now ban vehicle movement in specific areas or conduct searches. The changes lengthened prison sentences for gang members who commit crimes.
Source:The Star
January 20, 2026 18:51 UTC
Taskforce unearths 390 suspicious labour recruitment agencies
Labour CS Alfred Mutua during a media briefing on the crackdown and arrest of fraudulent recruitment agencies and individuals involved in illegal labour mobility in Kenya. [Benard Orwongo, Standard]There are up to 390 suspicious recruitment agencies currently under probe, it has emerged. This is according to the findings of a taskforce formed in 2025 to probe the agencies by listening to grievances and investigating fraud in the labor mobility program. It comprises members from the Ministry of Labour, Attorney General's Office, the Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Directorate of Public Prosecutions. "It takes time before a case can be built that needs proper evidence that can stand the day in court," Mutua stated.
Source:Standard Digital
January 20, 2026 18:34 UTC
Etale: ODM is united and will remain so
However, in a statement on Tuesday, ODM communications director Philip Etale dismissed the claims as unfounded. ODM is united and the D in the party is at work,” Etale said. “We must remain united as a party and we do not intend to chase anyone away. “There’s only one indivisible ODM party led by party leader Oburu Oginga. During Sunday’s rally, Winnie warned that ODM risked losing public support due to leaders she accused of betraying its founding values.
Source:The Star
January 20, 2026 17:12 UTC
ODM should be handed over to me with immediate effect – Babu Owino
His remarks follow the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and his brother Oburu Oginga, after which Oburu took over as party leader. Babu Owino argued that ODM should not delay internal reforms and insisted that the party be handed over to him without hesitation. ODM should be handed over with an immediate effect, and you are looking at the party leader as we speak,” he said. Last Wednesday, party leader Oburu Oginga said the party would not expel anyone, instead urging dissatisfied members to leave voluntarily. “There’s only one indivisible ODM party led by party leader Oburu Oginga.
Source:The Star
January 20, 2026 16:17 UTC
Wanja Nyarari Recounts Heartbreaking Final Moments with Her Sister Before Death
Wanja Nyarari shared the messages her late sister gave to her kids before she passed away. Photo: Wanja Nyarari. Wanja Nyarari explained how her sister approached death with courage. Photo: Wanja Nyarari. Source: FacebookWhat did Wanja's sister say to her kids?
Source:The Star
January 20, 2026 13:16 UTC
Why Mount Kenya's voting bloc challenges presidential hopefuls
[Courtesy]Politicians eyeing the presidency in the forthcoming 2027 General Elections have been warned to treat the slippery Mount Kenya region with caution. The Mukurweini MP argued that Mount Kenya also has a strong ability to mobilize voters during general elections, particularly when it feels threatened or sidelined. “That is the day the voting bloc started shifting towards William Ruto and that was quite early,” he observed. He said President Ruto benefited from a similar political strategy now being deployed in Mount Kenya by his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua. “When William Ruto, who was not really a son of Mt Kenya, was chased away, the people of the mountain revolted.
Source:Standard Digital
January 20, 2026 13:06 UTC
Davos 2026: Karnataka industries minister Patil pitches Vijayapura for Coke plant
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Source:The Star
January 20, 2026 12:48 UTC
Muhoozi issues 48-hour ultimatum for Bobi Wine to surrender to police
A collage of Uganda Opposition leader Bobi Wine and General Muhoozi KainerugabaA fresh political confrontation has erupted in Uganda after General Muhoozi Kainerugaba posted a public ultimatum giving opposition leader Bobi Wine 48 hours to surrender to the police. “You ordered the raid on my house to harm me,” he wrote, arguing that he had “escaped” an alleged attempt to capture him. Bobi Wine further said the security establishment of serious acts he called “atrocities against Ugandans,” saying he would “resurface” on his own terms. Bobi Wine said he managed to escape, although his wife and other family members remain confined at the residence. Bobi Wine attributed widespread speculation about his whereabouts to a nationwide internet shutdown and the heavy security presence at his home, which he said led neighbours to believe he had been abducted.
Source:The Star
January 20, 2026 12:36 UTC
Rs 15 lakh, one bold idea, and three friends who quit Zepto to build Rs 15000000000 company, name is…, business is…
Three friends, a tiny office, and one bold idea, within nine months, they turned it into Snabbit, one of India’s fastest-growing startups, now valued at Rs 1,800 crore, making everyday tasks effortless for millions. Three IIT Friends Turn Their Luck AroundRahul, Neha, and Vikram were working as executives at Zepto when they dreamed of doing something different. Growth and Valuation in Just Nine MonthsBy June 2025, Snabbit had over 50 lakh downloads, 12 lakh active users, more than 3.5 lakh registered service providers, and 15 lakh monthly bookings. Within nine months, Snabbit’s valuation soared to Rs 1,800 crore, making it one of India’s fastest-growing startups. The company plans to expand into healthcare, beauty-at-home, pet care, and home renovation services, making everyday life even easier for users.
Source:News 24
January 20, 2026 12:31 UTC
Husband Recounts Botched Cosmetic Surgery That Killed Lucy Wambui in Court
Fresh details have emerged regarding the botched cosmetic surgery that claimed the life of Lucy Wambui in October 2024. This was after her husband appeared in court on January 19 and provided his account of how the ordeal unfolded. Taking the witness stand at the Kibera Law Courts, the husband told the magistrate that he did not sign any consent form at the clinic. Upon arriving home, the witness said Wambui's condition worsened, and he attempted to rush her back to the facility. Lucy Wambui underwent a liposuction surgery and BBL on October 16, 2024, at Body by Design Clinic in Nairobi, before her condition worsened, which led to her demise.
Source:Daily Nation
January 20, 2026 12:30 UTC