Junet Mohamed's Troubles Deepen as Azimio la Umoja Parties Call for His Removal as Minority Leader
Nairobi - A conglomerate of parties under the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition is calling for the immediate resignation of Minority Leader in the National Assembly, Junet Mohamed. Azimio la Umoja parties called for the resignation of Junet Mohamed. Why Azimio parties want Junet Mohamed to resignIn a statement read on Wednesday, January 14, over 10 parties accused Junet of reckless and defamatory utterances that slander the name and legacy of former president Uhuru Kenyatta. Junet Mohamed was accused of misusing Azimio funds. Photo: Junet Mohamed.
Source:Daily Nation
January 14, 2026 18:46 UTC
The Star's High School Basketball Rankings
Updated Jan. 14, 2026, 1:26 p.m. PTGIRLS1. Oak Park: 13-5, 3-0 Coastal Canyon (CIF-SS No. 6)Comment: Make no mistake, the Eagles are a juggernaut. With incoming transfer talent in the form of star forward Karisma Flores (who has changed her last name from Lewis), 6-foot-4 center Diana Sorrondo and explosive scoring guard Maya Urteaga, Oak Park is poised to become Ventura County’s first Open Division playoff team for girls basketball since Ventura in 2017. The Eagles triumphed over Ventura in an early-season tournament game, 52-42, and that was without Sorrondo or Urteaga.
Source:The Star
January 14, 2026 18:33 UTC
Man cracks up Ruto with pledge to deliver first goats bought with NYOTA funds to State House
The event, held at Archers Post, saw youth from four counties receive the funds. Sailo Lekanapa, one of the 4,159 youth supported under the programme, described the selection process as fair and transparent. When asked how he planned to use his share of Sh22,000, Lekanapa said he had several ideas, but one stood out. NYOTA funds are government-issued grants financed through the World Bank, targeting youth aged 18 to 29, and up to 35 for persons with disabilities. President Ruto has also visited Nakuru, Nanyuki, and Nyeri counties as part of the rollout.
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January 14, 2026 18:19 UTC
Appropriate and unambiguous': White House defends Trump over middle-finger gesture at heckler
The White House has defended US President Donald Trump after he aimed an offensive gesture at a heckler during his appearance at a Ford factory in Detroit on Tuesday. The White House said: "A lunatic was wildly screaming expletives in a complete fit of rage, and the President gave an appropriate and unambiguous response." The heckler has been suspended by Ford, the United Auto Workers union told the BBC's US partner, CBS News. According to the subtitles provided by TMZ, the heckler called Trump a "paedophile protector". Trump was once friends with Epstein before they fell out, which Trump says was years before Epstein was first arrested.
Source:The Star
January 14, 2026 17:53 UTC
Kenyan Newspapers Review, January 14: Boost for ODM Party as UDA Endorses Coalition Plan
On Wednesday, January 14, newspapers reported on the political status quo, with the ruling UDA party warming up to coalition talks with the ODM party. Daily NationThe newspaper reported on the readiness of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party to coalesce with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party ahead of the 2027 General Election. The President Ruto-led party called a special National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Wednesday morning to approve coalition talks with ODM. According to Daily Nation, the session is expected to formally empower Ruto to negotiate with ODM on forming a coalition. To this end, we have mandated the party leader to commence this process.
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January 14, 2026 17:20 UTC
Elias Coke locked-in on competing for playing time as early enrollee
With his arrival on campus now just a handful of days away, Elias Coke is looking forward to coming in and competing this spring with Rutgers football. Given his athleticism but also his production at the high school level, Coke is one of the most intriguing prospects in the Rutgers football class of 2026. The 6-foot-2, three-star wide receiver from Harrisburg (PA) is the No. 18 player in the state comes into the spring with a chance to compete for early playing time. "It feels great, I'm extremely blessed to be getting this opportunity to play college football," Coke told Scarlet Nation.
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January 14, 2026 17:18 UTC
MP Koimburi ditches Gachagua, accuses him of betrayal
Juja MP George Koimburi during an interview on January 14, 2026. [Gitau Wanyoike, Standard]Simmering tension is threatening to tear apart the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Juja MP George Koimburi is the latest to bolt out of the party, after Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba broke ranks with Gachagua. Koimburi publicly announced his decision to cut ties with the former DP over what he termed as betrayal and deceit. Koimburi dismissed claims by Gachagua that he had been ‘bought’ by President Ruto’s government.
Source:Standard Digital
January 14, 2026 16:41 UTC
Trump tariff case: US Supreme Court once again defers decision
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday once again put off a decision over the legality of US President Donald Trump’s global tariffs. While using the IEEPA, Donald Trump imposed heavy tariffs ranging between 10% and 50% on imported goods from around the world. Trump flags risks of overturning tariffsPresident Trump had also expressed his apprehension ahead of the Supreme Court’s decision on Wednesday. I hope the Supreme Court is aware of these Historic, Country saving achievements prior to the issuance of their most important (ever!) PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP.”
Source:News 24
January 14, 2026 16:36 UTC
Robert F Kennedy Jr reveals Trump’s fast-food habit: ‘McDonald’s, candy, diet coke’ — ‘I don’t know how he’s alive’
“The president,” Kennedy replied without hesitation. McDonald’s, Candy and Diet Coke Kennedy said Trump frequently relies on fast food while travelling, singling out McDonald’s, candy and Diet Coke as staples of the President’s on-the-road diet. “The interesting thing about the president is that he eats really bad food — which is McDonald’s — and then, you know, candy and Diet Coke,” Kennedy said. “But he drinks the Diet Coke at all times.”Despite the choices, Kennedy expressed amazement at Trump’s physical resilience. Health under the spotlight Trump’s health has become a renewed focus as he approaches his 80th birthday in June.
Source:The Star
January 14, 2026 16:15 UTC
Kenya wins three-year AGOA extension, securing jobs
[PCS]Kenya has secured a three-year extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) after the United States House of Representatives passed a Bill. The move eases uncertainty that had clouded the country’s export sector and putting jobs at the centre of the decision. Kenya was designated an AGOA-eligible country on October 2, 2000, and became eligible for apparel provisions on January 18, 2001. The talks featured during President William Ruto’s recent visit to Washington, D.C., where Kenya sought enhanced market access to the US. The AGOA extension still requires approval by the US Senate before it becomes law.
Source:Standard Digital
January 14, 2026 16:02 UTC
Open University of Kenya Advertises 56 Job Vacancies, With February 2026 Deadline
The Open University of Kenya (OUK) has announced a recruitment drive to fill 56 vacant academic and administrative positionsThe advertised vacancies span key areas including teaching and learning, science and technology, business and economics, education, ICT, library services, audit, and administrationInterested candidates must apply online by February 2, 2026. The Open University of Kenya (OUK), the nation’s pioneering public specialised university dedicated to flexible learning, has announced a recruitment exercise. Open University of Kenya is seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple vacancies. Source: UGCOUK is inviting applications for fifty-six (56) vacant positions across its academic and administrative divisions, with the application deadline set for February 2, 2026. Notably, applicants with foreign degrees must attach recognition letters from the Commission for University Education (CUE).
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January 14, 2026 15:55 UTC
US freezes visas from these 75 countries. See Full List Here
The US State Department has decided to temporarily pause immigrant visa processing for applicants from 75 countries, starting January 21. According to an internal State Department memo obtained by Fox News Digital, consular officers have been told to deny visas using existing legal powers while the review is underway. The pause applies to 75 countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Prosecutors said many of those involved were Somali nationals or Somali-Americans, leading officials to increase scrutiny of visa applicants from the country. He added that visa processing from the affected countries will stay paused while officials reassess procedures to protect taxpayer resources.
Source:News 24
January 14, 2026 15:16 UTC
From scammed to soaring: Pretend stewardess becomes real flight attendant
PETALING JAYA: An Indonesian woman who previously masqueraded as a stewardess to avoid feeling shame from her family has finally achieved her dream after being hired as a real flight attendant. Majoriti reported that Nisa from Palembang, who recently went viral after impersonating a flight attendant early Jan, was officially hired by Garuda Indonesia. "Irresponsible parties had promised her success in a flight attendant selection test in exchange for payment. Despite the initial failure, Nisa pushed on and took more flight attendant exams and training, leading to her eventual employment. Through their official Instagram account, the academy offered her a free flight attendant training programme while providing moral support.
Source:The Star
January 14, 2026 15:04 UTC
AG Oduor, IG Kanja could face jail after Wamatangi business demolition
Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi tours his demolished business premises along Douglas Wakihuri Road Nairobi on January 14,2025. [Benard Orwongo,Standard]Kenya Railways Corporation (KR) Chief Executive Officer Phillip Mainga, Attorney General Dorcas Oduor and Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja now risk jail after the Tuesday night demolition of a business premises owned by Kiambu governor Kimani wa Matangi. It emerged that Superclean Shine Enterprise Limited sued Kenya Railways and the Attorney General in December last year, following the first threat of demolishing the structures opposite Nyayo Stadium.
Source:Standard Digital
January 14, 2026 14:51 UTC
Kiambu clergy condemn demolition of Governor Wamatangi’s property
The Kiambu Clergy Pastors Forum has condemned the demolition of property belonging to Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi, terming the overnight operation unlawful, inhumane and a setback to economic recovery efforts. Several businesses and installations, including a car yard, car wash facility and a restaurant, were destroyed during the operation. “We are very disappointed because what has been destroyed is people’s property,” Eliud said. We came in to help in the demolition,” Seda said. The incident occurred shortly after Governor Wamatangi, through his company, moved to court seeking protection from what he described as verbal threats of demolition.
Source:The Star
January 14, 2026 14:44 UTC