Nairobi

Global warming acceleration and rising climate risks

22 clusters · 461 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: United Nations warns of 2.6C global temperature rise by end of century

Research published in Geophysical Research Letters confirms that global warming has accelerated significantly. Between 2015 and 2025, the Earth’s average temperature increased by 0.35 °C, a notable rise from the 0.2 °C p

Nairobi building collapses and Eastleigh rescue efforts

3 clusters · 127 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Nairobi building collapse: Four survivors rescued from rubble

In mid-October 2026, a building collapse occurred on Moi Avenue in Nairobi’s Central Business District during a nighttime demolition of the former Club Avenida site. The incident injured at least four people, with one in

Kenya and East Africa El Niño flood preparedness

26 clusters · 33 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Kenya Meteorological Department issues heavy rain and wind alert

Kenya and Tanzania are intensifying preparations for El Niño-related flooding, with the World Meteorological Organization forecasting the phenomenon will persist through February 2027. In Kenya, authorities warn that app

Global industrial-scale online scam industry

4 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Global investment fraud network exposed using AI deepfakes

The global online scam industry has evolved into a highly organized, industrial-scale operation utilizing artificial intelligence and sophisticated psychological tactics. These transnational syndicates, often operating f

Investigation into Mathew Kyalo Mbobu murder

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kenya police officer arrested in Eldoret for high-profile murders

Following the September 9, 2025, killing of lawyer and lecturer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu in Nairobi, the Director of Public Prosecutions has approved murder charges against five suspects. The accused include politician Rose Mb

Weather disruptions and power outages in Africa

5 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Kenya Power announces planned outages in Nairobi and multiple counties

In late September 2026, several African nations faced weather-related disruptions. The Kenya Red Cross advised residents in Kirinyaga and Embu counties to prepare for potential El Niño conditions, including flooding and

Cybercrime and online incitement arrests in Kenya

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Kenya police arrest man for online ethnic incitement

Kenyan authorities have conducted high-profile arrests involving digital offenses. In early October, Albert Komen Kipkechem, also known as Jonathan Kiptum Barmasai, was remanded in custody in Kericho facing charges of cy

African Boxing Elite Championships in Nairobi

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Aziz Abdul disqualified from African Boxing Championships

The African Boxing Elite Championships in Nairobi have been marked by various controversies involving athlete conduct and judging. Nigerian boxers faced disputed decisions in the featherweight and light middleweight ca

African women advocacy for land rights and climate justice

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Rural women in Togo and Senegal advocate for land rights and climate justice

Women across various regions in Africa are intensifying advocacy efforts focused on land rights, climate justice, and economic resilience. In East Africa, women in Nairobi, Kenya, have called for improved disaster respo

World Boxing Africa Elite Championships in Kenya

4 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Algeria leads boxing medal tally at African Championships

The inaugural World Boxing Africa Elite Championships have concluded in Nairobi, Kenya. The event, which marks the first time Kenya has hosted a major continental boxing championship since 1972, served as a critical plat

Ghana Economic Policy and the Accra Reset Program

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: African leaders and investors convene for summits in London and Nairobi

The 13th Financial Times Africa Summit in London convened political leaders, policymakers, and business executives to address economic development and capital mobilization. Participants, including Dangote Group President

Linda Mwananchi movement and Sifuna's presidential bid

7 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Edwin Sifuna sparks political debate in Kenya

The Linda Mwananchi political movement, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, continues to expand its influence ahead of the 2027 General Election. Following a city-wide mobilization tour in Nairobi that included a proces

African aviation market liberalization efforts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: African aviation stakeholders push for Single African Air Transport Market implementation

Efforts to enhance intra-African connectivity and reduce travel costs are centered on the implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM). Currently, only 19 percent of intra-African routes offer direct

Meta Smart Glasses: Escalating Privacy and Legal Battles

89 clusters · 645 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Meta launches camera-free Ray-Ban smart glasses to address privacy concerns

Privacy and legal challenges against Meta’s smart glasses have escalated following reports of intimate data misuse. In early 2026, investigations revealed that data annotators at Sama, a Meta subcontractor in Nairobi, Ke

Microsoft Nairobi engineering centre closure

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Microsoft considers closing Nairobi engineering operations

Microsoft has announced plans to close its Africa Development Centre (ADC) engineering department in Nairobi, Kenya, as part of a global restructuring process. The facility was responsible for developing components for m

Nairobi Senate election contest

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Kenya political landscape shifts ahead of 2027 elections

The Nairobi County Senate race has become increasingly competitive with the entry of nominated Senator Crystal Asige. Asige, an advocate for disability rights, joins the field alongside Winnie Odinga and Lang’ata MP Phel

Road accidents in Kenya

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Kenya road accidents leave four dead and dozens injured

Road accidents in Kenya have resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries across different regions. In September, a head-on collision between a motorcycle and a vehicle on Nairobi’s Kangundo Road killed three people. Thi

Kenyan judicial rulings on corruption and fraud

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Kenya courts rule on corruption and land fraud cases

The Kenyan judiciary has issued several significant rulings regarding corruption and fraud. The High Court upheld the corruption convictions of former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu and three co-accused individuals, i

Nairobi building regulation and land use disputes

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Nairobi court invalidates Parklands building approvals

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has proposed legislative reforms to address unsafe buildings and developer accountability. Appearing before a Senate committee, Sakaja argued that current fines are insufficient for large-

Pan-resistant Candida auris outbreak in Kenya

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Kenya reports second global case of pan-resistant Candida auris

Health experts have identified a pan-resistant strain of the fungus Candida auris in Nairobi, Kenya. This case marks the first recorded instance of such a strain in Africa and only the second globally, following a 2022 c

2029 World Athletics Championships bidding process

5 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Kenya prepares for 2029 World Athletics Championships

The bidding process for the 2029 World Athletics Championships has concluded, with Nairobi, Kenya, selected as the host city. This decision, announced by World Athletics during a council meeting in Budapest, marks the fi

Kenya DCI security and digital service updates

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: DCI expands biometric police clearance services to diplomats

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kenya has been implementing various security and administrative enhancements. Initially, the agency intensified security measures in Nairobi and surrounding areas to co

Kenya gender representation and 2027 election preparations

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Kenya pushes for gender equality and girls' rights ahead of 2027 elections

As Kenya approaches the 2027 General Election, political activity and institutional efforts regarding gender representation are increasing. Individual candidates have begun declaring intentions to run for Women Represen

Global retirement financial security concerns

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Kenya retirement readiness report shows 70% at risk

Reports indicate significant financial anxiety regarding retirement readiness in different regions. In Northern England, polling from the charity Independent Age shows that 59% of adults under 65 lack confidence in havin

Ioanna Touni trip to Kenya

5 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Ioanna Touni shares safari footage from Kenya

Greek influencer Ioanna Touni and her partner, Dimitris Spyridonidis, documented a trip to Kenya that included visits to Nairobi slums, the Maasai Mara, and various local communities. During the visit, Touni noted the d

Kenya and Tanzania SGR infrastructure projects advance

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: East African Standard Gauge Railway projects advance in Kenya and Tanzania

Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) has seen significant growth in both passenger and freight operations. During the first half of 2026, passenger volume reached approximately 1.31 million, representing a 10.3 per cent

Orb Energy solar expansion in East Africa

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Orb Energy secures $2 million for East Africa solar expansion

Orb Energy has secured a $2 million strategic equity investment from KawiSafi Ventures, the for-profit investment arm of Acumen, to expand its commercial and industrial (C&I) solar business across East Africa. The capit

Death and burial of Martha Karua’s father

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Uhuru Kenyatta attends burial of Martha Karua’s father

Martha Karua, leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), announced the death of her father, Mwalimu Jackson Karua, who passed away on September 27 at his home in Kirinyaga County. Following his death, prominent Kenya

Greek influencer Ioanna Touni social media updates

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Ioanna Touni clarifies professional roles and shares Kenya trip

Greek influencer Ioanna Touni has shared various updates regarding her personal life and business ventures via social media. In late August 2026, Touni addressed a social media mishap involving an accidental post made b

Kenya AFCON 2027 preparations

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Talanta Stadium infrastructure projects advance in Kenya

Kenya is advancing administrative and infrastructural preparations to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) alongside Uganda and Tanzania. On the administrative side, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has fac