Why it won't be easy for Kenya to slay monster of corruption
Deeds, Not Words, Count in the Fight Against CorruptionThe Kenyan government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) were scheduled to meet this February to agree on a governance strategy to address systemic corruption that constrains economic growth. According to media reports, the IMF has made it abundantly clear Kenya government must come up with a credible anti-corruption plan to qualify for additional aid. While every effort to end endemic corruption is welcome, Kenya’s problem has never been about coming up with credible policy papers, but rather implementing the recommendations.
Source:Standard Digital
February 25, 2026 21:00 UTC
Wanga: Why I don't agree with Sifuna on broad-based deal and Oburu's leadership
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga speaks during ODM's Linda Ground grassroots meetings in Ragumo, Kisumu East Constituency. /HANDOUTDuring that meeting, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir proposed that the party appoint a caretaker leader to steer it through the transition period. The proposal was seconded by ODM Deputy Party Leader Governor Simba Arati and was unanimously endorsed by the NEC, Wanga said. She stated that Sifuna, in his capacity as Secretary General, oversaw the swearing-in of Oburu Odinga as party leader. According to her, Sifuna travelled to Mombasa but did not attend the meeting, later indicating that he had missed his flight.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 20:35 UTC
Wife of second victim killed in 2025 explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant files lawsuit against U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel for wrongful death
(File Photo: Source for Photo: The Clairton Coke Works, a U.S. Steel coking plant, is seen Monday, Aug 11, 2025, in Clairton, Penn. (AP Photo/Gene Puskar)Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News(Clairton, PA) The wife of one of the two men who died from the August 11th, 2025 explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant outside of Pittsburgh has filed a lawsuit against U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel. The wife of fifty-two-year-old Steven Menefee of Clairton recently filed the lawsuit in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas to sue for a wrongful death. The family of thirty-nine-year-old Timothy Quinn of Fitz Henry of Westmoreland County, who was the other man that died in this explosion last year, also filed a lawsuit against Nippon Steel last week. Both complaints allege that the explosion at the 13-14 Coke Battery transfer area was caused by the rupture of an 18-inch cast-iron valve, which released coke oven gas into the area, which then ignited.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 19:59 UTC
New galleon arrives ready for revamp of Diana memorial playground
The wooden ship, built from mountain larch in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps, made its maiden voyage, ready for its installation in Kensington Gardens. Drone footage showed the first half of the structure being carefully lifted by a crane into the royal park where it will serve as a new “full-scale” ship for children to enjoy. It was brought across the North Sea from Rotterdam in Holland to Tilbury in Essex and then by road to London. The Royal Parks charity said the £3 million was being spent after the previous equipment “reached the end of its life”. Andy Williams, park manager for Kensington Gardens, said: “We are delighted to have the new galleon – the centrepiece of the Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Playground – here in Kensington Gardens.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 19:27 UTC
Sky News Australia to rebrand as News24 after licensing deal ends
First Name Last Name Your Email Address (Required)Sky News Australia announced it will rebrand as News24 in late 2026 after Sky opted not to renew a licensing agreement that allowed the Australian channel to use the Sky name. Sky News Australia has operated under the Sky brand since its launch on Feb. 19, 1996, initially as a joint venture between BSkyB, Seven Network and Publishing and Broadcasting Limited. Following the sale of Sky UK to Comcast, the Australian channel continued to use the Sky News branding under a licensing arrangement. “Welcome to News24,” Whittaker wrote in a column published Feb. 20. Along with the new brand, News24 has updated its broadcast facility in Sydney with new studios and control rooms, which will debut later in 2026.
Source:News 24
February 25, 2026 19:18 UTC
Vihiga Family in Mourning After 3 Cousins Die Together While Headed to School
Source: UGCThe three girls, who were cousins, had set off together on a motorcycle ride to school, a routine journey that ended in unimaginable loss. How Vihiga cousins diedDiana Muhonja, an aunt to the deceased, told TUKO.co.ke that the motorcycle was struck from behind by a speeding lorry near the school gate. Diana described the girls as close-knit cousins who shared not only blood ties but dreams for the future. “Yes, the driver could be wrong by speeding and also the rider by miscalculation, but the road there is too narrow. It was reported that they were rushing back home while the rest of the family remained behind for the vigil after the emotional ceremony.
Source:Daily Nation
February 25, 2026 19:13 UTC
The East African Insider – Week 14th February -20th February 2026
IntroductionAs February 2026 unfolds, East Africa continues to solidify its position as a compelling frontier for strategic investment. Across the border, Tanzania is attracting global interest in gold value addition, creating new avenues for downstream investment and industrial partnerships. Even Somalia is emerging as a digital frontier, building coordinated public infrastructure to unlock fintech, e-commerce, and cross-border investment opportunities. TanzaniaTanzania's gold sector attracts global investment interest for industrial upgradingTanzania has attracted renewed interest from the World Gold Council, signalling deeper cooperation with the government as it pushes to expand gold investment, strengthen small-scale mining, and accelerate value addition within its mineral sector. With global demand rising for responsibly sourced gold and Tanzania positioning itself within the formal global gold market, this engagement presents significant opportunities for foreign investors in downstream processing, capacity building, geological services, and value-added mining ventures.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 18:11 UTC
Inside Michelin star chef's new Merseyside restaurant with £75 lunch menu
A new restaurant has opened in the Wirral from a decorated chef and his wife. Chef Tony Parkin and wife Laura opened DAISE earlier this month in a partnership between the 42-year-old chef and Open Restaurant Group (ORG). Tony previously held a Michelin star at Cliff House Hotel in Waterford, Ireland, where he spent two years, before moving back to England at the start of 2025. The dad also appeared on BBC ’s Great British Menu and brings with him a wealth of experience, having also won a Michelin star during his time at the Tudor Room at The Great Fosters Hotel in Egham. Whereas the midweek and lunch short tasting menu costs £75 per person.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 18:08 UTC
Campa tests Coke-Pepsi duopoly
RIL’s Campa tests Coke-Pepsi duopoly of 30 years. RIL relaunched Campa Cola at INR10 a bottle – half the price charged by rival brands. It’s a familiar playbook deployed during Jio’s price war. The initial results are encouraging but will the younger buyers change loyalty? Budget 2026 jolted markets by hiking STT to curb speculation, while doubling
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 17:39 UTC
Mambo bado, tulizeni boli, Ruto tells opposition during Nairobi tour
“Wale wananipigia makelele, sijui ‘Kasongo’, ‘one term’, nataka niwaambie mambo bado, tulizeni boli, mimi bado niko kazini,” he said. “They will come with their tribalism, their theatrics, their tricks, and ‘Kasongo.’ I will come with these young people because they have gained employment through affordable housing,” he said. The President maintained that he would campaign on his administration’s track record, including affordable housing, economic reforms and expanded access to education. “I will come with affordable housing, with economic initiatives, and with the education we have provided to our children. Ruto was accompanied by Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris, Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi and Lang’ata MP Phelix Odiwuor, among other leaders.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 17:27 UTC
Kakamega: Wakazi walalamikia ukosefu wa umeme kwa kipindi kirefu
7:03 pm | NTV Video 193 views Duration: 2:43Wakazi wa Mumias Mashariki na Magharibi kaunti ya Kakamega wamelalamikia ukosefu wa umeme kwa kipindi kirefu maeneo hayo wakisema wengi wamekadiria hasara kubwa kwa biashara yao haswaa wale ambao biashara zao zinategemea umeme. 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
February 25, 2026 16:40 UTC
Teso Kusini: NMG yazindua NIE katika shule ya upili ya wasichana ya Mtakatifu Monica Chakol
7:05 pm | NTV Video 214 views Duration: 2:57Furaha na nderemo zimeshuhudiwa katika shule ya upili ya wasichana ya Mtakatifu Monica Chakol katika eneo bunge la Teso Kusini kaunti ya Busia baada ya shirika la Nation Media Group kuzindua mpango wa magazeti katika masomo au NIE. 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
February 25, 2026 16:40 UTC
Opposition questions alleged issuance of Kenyan passport to Sudan rebel leader
WiperWiper Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka speaking in Nyamache, Kisii County on Wednesday/HandoutWiper Patriotic Front (WPF) party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has questioned President William Ruto’s administration over reports that a Sudanese rebel leader is holding a Kenyan passport. Kalonzo said the alleged issuance of Kenyan travel documents to militia leaders could hurt Kenya’s image abroad and raise national security concerns. His remarks followed reports that a senior Sudanese militia figure recently sanctioned by the United States is listed as holding a Kenyan passport. “Now the Ruto government is issuing passports to militia leaders from Sudan and thus jeopardising relationships with friendly countries. “Our tea has lost a huge market in Sudan after the Ruto administration started dealing with militia leaders,” Kalonzo said.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 16:34 UTC
The scientific reason why once you pop, you just can’t stop eating Pringles
But it turns out it’s not a lack of impulse control that keeps us reaching for another; there’s actually a scientific reason why you keep eating them, and it’s pretty grim. There’s science behind why they’re so addictive (Picture: Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)Why can’t we stop, once we’ve popped? I don’t really ever eat Pringles (as I can’t stop), but now all I’m craving is Pringles.’And @ljollik claimed: ‘How crazy is that! According to the official Pringles website, the potato crisps are made mostly from dried (dehydrated) potatoes, starches, flours, salt, and seasonings. Frederic started working on the unique crisps back in the 50s, as he was hoping to find an alternative to ‘greasy’ potato chips.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 16:06 UTC
Ruto meets Duchess of Edinburgh as Kenya, UK deepen ties
President William Ruto today held talks with Her Royal Highness Sophie Helen Rhys-Jones, the Duchess of Edinburgh, at State House Nairobi, where the two reaffirmed the strong diplomatic and economic ties between Kenya and the UK. Ruto said the partnership will focus on expanding trade, attracting new investments and deepening collaboration in key sectors that support economic growth and job creation. Ruto said trade between Kenya and the UK has continued to grow steadily, delivering mutual economic benefits. In 2025, Kenya exported goods worth Sh243 billion to the UK, compared to imports valued at Sh133 billion, resulting in a favourable trade balance for Kenya. The visit by the Duchess of Edinburgh reflects the deepening bilateral engagement between the two countries as they seek to broaden cooperation in trade, investment, climate action and development for the benefit of their people.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 15:51 UTC