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TheOnlineKenyan

Daily Kenyan news summaries delivered as AI-powered audio briefs. Stay informed with the latest breaking news, politics, business, sports, and more from Kenya through intelligently curated content.

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4:44

Kenya News Brief - Sunday, Jan 18, 2026

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2026/01/18

A classroom roof collapse in Nakuru East killed one pupil and injured several others as strong winds battered the area; separately, three people are trapped after a truck accident in Kiserian. Meanwhile, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has secured his seventh term amidst widespread violence, with a death toll of at least 12 people. Opposition leader Bobi Wine alleges fraud and reports his family is under house arrest, sparking condemnation from Kenyan civil society groups. Domestically, State

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4:35

Kenya News Brief - Friday, Jan 16, 2026

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2026/01/16

Kenya has secured a significant trade deal with China, allowing 98% of its exports, particularly agricultural goods, duty-free access. Domestically, the Treasury will review NADCO report recommendations, including enhanced devolution funding. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Agriculture plans feed reserves to prevent a 50 billion Kenyan Shillings loss from drought-related livestock deaths. Nairobi County has urged striking doctors to resume work, assuring progress on their demands. KeNHA announced partial

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5:04

Kenya News Brief - Thursday, Jan 15, 2026

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2026/01/15

The UDA party plans repeat grassroots elections within 30 days and is in talks with ODM to formalise a coalition ahead of the 2027 polls. In Nairobi, Kenya Railways will continue demolishing properties, including those linked to Governor Wamatangi, for AFCON 2027 infrastructure. Separately, the KWS has warned the public against a fake online job recruitment scam. The 1.1 billion Kenyan Shillings Finland Education Scholarship case against Senator Mandago resumed in Nakuru, while an ally of DP

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4:56

Kenya News Brief - Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026

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2026/01/14

President Ruto has launched a 540 million Kenyan Shillings monthly cash transfer program for 90,000 youth, urging politicians to empower, not exploit. He also disbursed 103.9 million shillings in business support in Samburu. Meanwhile, the US House extended AGOA until 2028, benefitting Kenyan exports. The Real Estate Stakeholders Association dismissed claims that 85% of Kenyan buildings are substandard. KNEC released Grade 6 and special needs assessment results. DCI charged two brothers over a 5

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4:56

Kenya News Brief - Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026

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2026/01/13

President Ruto has pledged universal education access, releasing 44 billion Kenyan Shillings for junior to senior school transitions and launching the NYOTA Project in Nyeri, disbursing 173.2 million shillings to youth. Meanwhile, the High Court halted hiring private lawyers for public offices. Health was also a key focus as Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi lauded the Kenya-US health deal, crucial for millions battling HIV, Malaria, TB, and diabetes, with Kenya aiming for its first locally

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3:52

Kenya News Brief - Monday, Jan 12, 2026

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2026/01/12

Two people died in a Karen building collapse, attributed by the NCA to formwork system failure. Politically, Eliud Owalo resigned as Deputy Chief of Staff, signalling his 2027 presidential ambitions. Experts caution that Toyota, Nissan, and Mazda vehicle owners are vulnerable to fake spare parts, risking both safety and finances. Meanwhile, American streamer iShowSpeed's Nairobi visit caused a frenzy, drawing huge crowds, halting traffic, and setting livestreaming records, thereby showcasing Kenya

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4:00

Kenya News Brief - Sunday, Jan 11, 2026

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2026/01/11

President William Ruto and various Cabinet Secretaries have gazetted new appointments and re-appointments across several government agencies and state corporations, impacting key sectors like trade, export promotion, geothermal development, and revenue management. Meanwhile, a health report stresses the importance of women understanding bacterial vaginosis (BV) for accurate diagnosis and timely treatment, as it's frequently confused with yeast infections or UTIs. This episode features AI-powered

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5:02

Kenya News Brief - Saturday, Jan 10, 2026

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2026/01/10

Police have arrested four suspects in a Teachers Service Commission (TSC) recruitment scam that defrauded unemployed teachers of over 40 million Kenyan Shillings. This comes as Education CS Ogamba warned politicians, including Gachagua, to steer clear of Grade 10 student placements. In parallel, the High Court has halted the University of Nairobi's Vice-Chancellor recruitment over legality issues, while examination results for 1,180 students were cancelled due to cheating. This episode features

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5:06

Kenya News Brief - Friday, Jan 9, 2026

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2026/01/09

Nearly 1 million candidates await their KCSE results this Friday, key for university and college placements. In other news, the Ombudsman has urged the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to reform its delayed teacher pension system and called for disciplinary action against police officers and National Employment Authority officials regarding the First Choice job scam. Politically, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino is pushing for an ODM National Delegates Convention to elect new leadership. Meanwhile, drug

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4:30

Kenya News Brief - Thursday, Jan 8, 2026

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2026/01/08

Inspector General Douglas Kanja has ordered a nationwide traffic crackdown on accident blackspots as schools reopen, following a rise in road accidents. In Nairobi, Lands CS Alice Wahome and architects are blaming City Hall for the South C building collapse over illegal approvals. In Uasin Gishu, police seized illicit alcohol in a renewed crackdown. Meanwhile, the opposition is questioning the extension of the IEBC's technology contract, and Kalonzo Musyoka addressed the Somali community after his

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3:53

Kenya News Brief - Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026

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2026/01/07

Former KNUT Secretary General Wilson Sossion warns of a Grade 10 CBC crisis due to unprepared teachers. IPOA is investigating the fatal police shooting of a 14-year-old in Mombasa. Two Kenyan police officers were arrested in Tanzania for an unauthorized pursuit. Meanwhile, ODM's internal rules on removing a Secretary General were clarified after a petition against Edwin Sifuna was withdrawn. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

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3:12

Kenya News Brief - Tuesday, Jan 6, 2026

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2026/01/06

Tragedy struck the Nairobi-Nakuru highway as a head-on collision claimed 10 lives, with survivors blaming the Greenline bus driver. In the wake of the South C building collapse, the government may deregister the architect, and the DPP has given the IG seven days for investigations. Governor Sakaja is pushing for county prosecutorial powers to tackle rogue developers. The government is also enforcing strict compliance checks on school transport and plans action against medics promoting unproven

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3:49

Kenya News Brief - Monday, Jan 5, 2026

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2026/01/05

Nairobi Governor Sakaja is pushing for prosecutorial powers for counties, citing stalled cases against rogue developers after the South C building collapse. This comes as former Deputy President Gachagua alleges US fraud proceeds funded President Ruto's campaign, urging an investigation. In economic news, Kenya has exited the COMESA Sugar Safeguard, aiming to boost the domestic sugar industry. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

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3:11

Kenya News Brief - Sunday, Jan 4, 2026

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2026/01/04

A tragic road accident near Konza City claimed six lives and critically injured seven, while two individuals are trapped in a collapsed South C building. This adds to a worrying trend of 16 road fatalities in the first 72 hours of 2026. Separately, the KMPDC has vowed action against medics endorsing unproven faith healing claims at a Nakuru crusade. Internationally, US forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, facing narco-terrorism charges. This episode

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3:16

Kenya News Brief - Saturday, Jan 3, 2026

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2026/01/03

Following a building collapse in South C, MPs are calling for the suspension of construction in parts of Nairobi. Meanwhile, the government has disbursed over 44.2 billion Kenyan Shillings in capitation to public schools for Term One. Kenyan workers face job displacement risks this year due to AI and economic pressures, as KAA pushes for a new JKIA airport to ease congestion. Elsewhere, KWS will compensate a Siaya man who killed a python, while Nacada warns against drug lords targeting youth, and

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4:08

Kenya News Brief - Friday, Jan 2, 2026

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2026/01/02

President Ruto has declared 2026 a "watershed year" for Kenya, citing gains in health and agriculture. He announced a new 700-member DCI Anti-Narcotics Unit to tackle drug and illicit alcohol abuse, terming it a national emergency. This comes as 2025 ended with significant unemployment and high food prices. In other news, the Pharmacy and Poisons Board warned of fake IBRANCE breast cancer medication in circulation. Schools reopen January 5, while Fred Matiang'i urged IEBC to prioritise voter

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3:56

Kenya News Brief - Thursday, Jan 1, 2026

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2026/01/01

President Ruto has declared substance abuse a national emergency, leading to the formation of a new 700-member DCI unit to combat drug trafficking and illicit alcohol by 2026. Meanwhile, Kenyans faced challenges in 2025 with unemployment and high food prices, particularly affecting the youth. In Trans Nzoia, residents on gazetted land face a 5-day eviction notice, with warnings of forced removal and crackdowns on illegal firearms. Separately, EPRA is taking stern action against widespread fuel

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3:46

Kenya News Brief - Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025

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2025/12/31

An Infotrak poll identifies Raila Odinga's passing in India as 2025's most significant event, amidst reports of half of Kenyans experiencing economic stress and a quarter facing mental breakdowns. This comes as ODM grapples with succession politics, with Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna calling for a vote and CS Wycliffe Oparanya pondering his party future, while Ruth Odinga defended Sifuna. Meanwhile, the Education Ministry set new dates for Grade 10 placement reviews, the CBK licensed 42 more

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3:30

Kenya News Brief - Tuesday, Dec 30, 2025

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2025/12/30

A domestic flight with 50 passengers veered off the taxiway at JKIA, with no reported injuries. Former Chief Justice David Maraga will lead the Ukatiba Movement, opposing alleged government plans to scrap presidential term limits and Prime Minister Mudavadi's proposed 2027 constitutional referendum. In related news, Senator Edwin Sifuna criticized the Turkana oil project's development, citing opaque ownership as President Ruto's biggest scandal. Meanwhile, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir

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4:22

Kenya News Brief - Monday, Dec 29, 2025

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2025/12/29

The Education Ministry has rejected 66,000 Grade 10 placement appeals due to limited school capacity. An Infotrak poll places Fred Matiang'i as President Ruto's closest 2027 challenger, though 31% remain undecided. Nairobi County extends its public garbage bin rollout to estates. IGAD reaffirmed Somalia's sovereignty, even as a separate report states Israel formally recognized Somaliland. The Raila Odinga Stadium is on track for AFCON 2027, while three traffic police officers were arrested for

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