Why has Trump attacked Venezuela and taken Maduro?
Donald Trump says US forces have captured the Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro following large-scale strikes in Venezuela. The strikes inside Venezuela come after a US pressure campaign against the Maduro government, which the Trump administration accuses of flooding the US with drugs and gang members. Trump blames Nicolás Maduro for the arrival of hundreds of thousands of Venezuelan migrants in the US. Without providing evidence, Trump has accused Maduro of "emptying his prisons and insane asylums" and "forcing" its inmates to migrate to the US. There has been a build up of pressure on the Maduro government since Trump began his second term in office last January.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 16:40 UTC
Big ask for KRA as Treasury sets Sh3tr revenue target
New Year, old problem: Kenyans' struggle with high living cost persistsHouseholds across the country are grappling with the steep cost of staples like maize flour, vegetables, and meat as they start the New Year 2026.Business
Source:Standard Digital
January 03, 2026 16:34 UTC
Infrastructure projects to watch out for in Kenya in 2026
The government has unveiled an ambitious slate of infrastructure projects across the country, signaling a transformative period aimed at boosting connectivity, enhancing economic growth, and improving the standard of living. These initiatives span road expansions, railway extensions, sports facilities, water infrastructure, and power transmission projects, reflecting a comprehensive approach to national development. These upgrades are expected to enhance regional trade, reduce road accidents, and improve mobility for millions of Kenyans. The combined infrastructure projects are projected to inject over Sh1.5 trillion into the economy in 2026 alone, creating jobs across construction, transport, logistics, energy, and service sectors. Road and rail upgrades are expected to reduce freight costs by up to 25 per cent, while power and water infrastructure projects will ensure industrial and agricultural productivity gains.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 16:08 UTC
Death toll in Mombasa Road accident rises to eight
The death toll from a road traffic accident along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway has risen to eight. “A road traffic accident occurred along Mombasa Road near Konza City at approximately 10:05 pm, involving a bus and a 19-seater Nissan vehicle. Following the incident, eleven injured patients were received at Machakos Level 5 Hospital,” Kalla told reporters on Saturday. “The situation at Machakos Level 5 Hospital remains calm and under control. “Six people died at the scene, while others sustained injuries and were taken to Machakos Level 5 Hospital for treatment,” Abduba said in a phone interview.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 15:53 UTC
Multiple explosions rock Venezuelan capital Caracas
Donald Trump ordered strikes on military sites in Venezuela, US officials have told the BBC's US news partner CBS, after several explosions rocked the capital, Caracas. Plumes of smoke were seen rising from the Venezuelan capital early on Saturday morning. The Venezuelan government said in a statement that it rejected and denounced US military aggression. US President Trump, who has deployed a navy task force in the Caribbean, has repeatedly raised the prospect of ground strikes in Venezuela. Venezuela's left-wing President Nicolas Maduro has accused the US of intimidation to bring about regime change in his country.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 15:31 UTC
Kuria warns use of political goons poses threat to Kenya’s democracy
Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has warned that the use of hired goons as instruments of political mobilisation poses a serious threat to Kenya’s security and democratic stability ahead of the 2026 and 2027 political cycles. In a statement on Saturday, Kuria cautioned that political violence and organised intimidation could attract international scrutiny, including potential cases at the International Criminal Court (ICC), if left unchecked. “The biggest risk to Kenya’s security and democracy is the use of goons as tools of political Mobilisation in 2026 and 2027,” Kuria said. He linked the warning to conversations he says he has held with members of the diplomatic community, suggesting growing international concern over Kenya’s political trajectory as the country edges closer to the next general election. There have been instances of political intolerance as the opposition and the government continue to warm up ahead of the 2027 polls.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 14:42 UTC
US launches 'large-scale strike' on Venezuela and captures President Maduro, Trump says
The US has captured Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and launched "large-scale" strikes against the country, Donald Trump says. Earlier, Venezuela announced a state of national emergency and said it rejects and denounces "military aggression". "My heart was pumping and legs were shaking," an eyewitness in Caracas tells the BBC as explosions rocked the city. The developments come at a moment of heightened tension between the US and Venezuela as Washington keeps up its military strikes on speedboats in the Caribbean, allegedly carrying drugs. The US says the Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was illegitimately elected and is personally involved in drug-smuggling through the country.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 14:38 UTC
UDA holds first 2026 NEC meeting, sets focus on grassroots elections and by-elections
The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) held its first meeting of 2026 on Friday, outlining key organisational and political priorities for the year, with a focus on upcoming grassroots elections and by-elections. A major item on the agenda was the party’s grassroots elections, scheduled for January 10, 2026, across 20 counties. Beyond internal elections, the NEC discussed by-elections scheduled for February 26, 2026. Party leaders underscored the importance of unity, discipline, and adherence to democratic principles as UDA prepares for an intensive electoral calendar. The statement noted that strong grassroots structures and credible internal processes are critical to consolidating the party’s national position.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 14:13 UTC
Anthony Joshua: Pro Boxer Swapped Seats with Friend Moments Before Accident
Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious road accident in Nigeria. Photo: Anthony Joshua. How was Anthony Joshua's accident? Anthony Joshua survived a grisly road accident in Nigeria. See the post below:What caused Anthony Joshua’s accident?
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 13:25 UTC
Ikkis actor Agastya Nanda is heir to Rs 5000 crore, not because of Amitabh Bachchan or Jaya Bachchan, his father is….
Agastya Nanda, the new face of the Bachchan family, has carved a niche for himself in Bollywood in a short span of time. Agastya is the son of Shweta Bachchan Nanda and industrialist Nikhil Nanda. Jaya Bachchan, a celebrated actress and Member of Parliament, also boasts a net worth estimated to be over ₹1,000 crore. Shweta Bachchan Nanda’s Career and WealthAgastya’s mother, Shweta Bachchan Nanda, stepped away from acting and built her own identity in fashion and writing. A Star Kid With a Promising FutureOverall, Agastya Nanda is not just an emerging actor but also a potential heir to a vast ₹5,000 crore family empire.
Source:News 24
January 03, 2026 09:49 UTC
Boy, 2, dies after falling from 12th-floor in Eastleigh
A two-year-old boy died after falling from the 12th floor of a residential apartment building in Eastleigh, Nairobi, police said. Authorities said investigations are underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. Police said the man was at work on January 1 at a car wash in Rodi Township when the incident occurred. Investigators said they are examining the circumstances surrounding the electrocution, including the power supply at the site. Police noted that similar incidents have been reported at car wash premises, prompting renewed attention to safety standards and electrical wiring practices.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 08:25 UTC
Kenya’s investment hotspots to watch in 2026
Real EstateReal estate remains one of the most prominent investment hotspots for 2026. The stadium, featuring a 60,000-seat FIFA-compliant arena, is expected to support real estate and commercial activity in surrounding areas," it says. As 2026 progresses, this performance reflects investor interest in student housing as part of Kenya’s alternative real estate market. As 2026 progresses, sectors including real estate, agriculture, manufacturing, energy, logistics, and green infrastructure continue to attract attention. Knight Frank notes that alternative real estate growth is supported by student housing, healthcare facilities, affordable housing projects, and PPPs.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 08:12 UTC
Kenya Newspapers Review: Police Under Scrutiny After Murder of Man Linked to Criminal Cartels
Eyewitnesses said the celebrations were peaceful until police officers on a motorbike arrived and attempted to disperse the crowd. He had recently sat for his Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and was eagerly waiting for his results. Mwangi, who was killed on December 23, 2025, was widely known in Maranjau village for his understanding of local criminal networks. Orphaned in 2019, Mwangi lived with his 80-year-old grandmother, Esther Waigumo, who says the family fears justice could be compromised. Attention has shifted to a local bar where Mwangi was last seen.
Source:Daily Nation
January 03, 2026 07:32 UTC
Health services on the brink after US support halted
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi participate in a Health Framework of Cooperation signing ceremony at the State Department in Washington, DC on December 4, 2025. [AFP]The High Court order halting all American-run health programmes in the country, has thrust health into looming crisis, as temporary bridge funding meant to keep services running is set to end in March 2026. Interventions for malaria, tuberculosis (TB), and HIV/AIDS, previously supported by PEPFAR through USAID, remain uncertain amid stalled actualisation of the newly signed Sh322 billion U.S.–Kenya health cooperation framework. The PEPFAR bridge funding was part of an earlier $1.6 billion (Sh 206 billion) package that the Kenyan government was set to receive from the U.S.
Source:Standard Digital
January 03, 2026 07:25 UTC
Six dead, seven injured in Mombasa Road accident
Six people have died while seven others were injured after the vehicles they were travelling in were involved in a grisly road traffic accident along the busy Nairobi–Mombasa highway. During the manoeuvre, the matatu was involved in a head-on collision with a Tahmeed Coach bus that was travelling in the opposite direction, from Mombasa to Nairobi. “Six people died on the spot, while seven others sustained injuries and were rushed to Machakos Level 5 Hospital for treatment,” Abduba said. The initiative, led by Chief Justice Martha Koome, aims to promote efficiency, transparency, and respect for suspects’ rights while enhancing accountability. The courts are intended to help curb road accidents and improve compliance with traffic regulations.
Source:The Star
January 03, 2026 07:18 UTC