From Gem to Lang’ata: How Brian Midiwo Plans to Reshape Capital Constituency Politics
NAIROBI, Kenya 16TH September — carrying a name steeped in Nyanza’s storied political history, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Youth, Brian Midiwo is setting his sights on Nairobi’s high-stakes parliamentary arena. Rooted in the legacy of the late Gem Member of Parliament, Washington Jakoyo Midiwo, the younger Midiwo is charting a fresh path in urban governance, positioning himself as a candidate for the Lang’ata constituency parliamentary seat come 2027 general election. Transitioning political focus from rural strongholds like Gem to a metropolitan constituency like Lang’ata presents unique political dynamics. While traditional rural politics often hinges on regional party allegiance and […]
CFAO MOBILITY KENYA AND NTSA LAUNCH ROAD SAFETY EDUCATION PROGRAMME FOR SCHOOLS, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH KENYA SCOUTS ASSOCIATION AND FIRST STEP ROAD SAFETY INITIATIVES
CFAO Mobility Kenya, in partnership with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), the Kenya Police Service Traffic Department, the Kenya Scouts Association (KSA) and First Step Road Safety Initiatives, has launched an initiative designed to equip school learners with practical road safety knowledge through structured, engaging and competency-based learning materials. The programme further supports participation in the annual Scouts Road Safety Badge competitions, reinforcing safe road-use behaviour from an early age. The programme will equip Kenya Scouts leaders in schools with the knowledge, skills and resources required to champion road safety education among learners and school communities, providing structured […]
Rice farmers urge government to release Sh210m KNTC dues
Rice farmers in the Mwea Irrigation Scheme have urged the Government to fast-track payment of Sh210 million owed to them after they supplied 25,760 bags of rice to the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC). The farmers, through the Mwea Rice Growers Multipurpose Co-operative Society (MRGM), said the delayed payment was affecting their ability to pay school fees, purchase farm inputs and meet household expenses. Speaking at the MRGM offices in Mwea, Chief Executive Officer Anthony Waweru said the Government’s intervention in the rice marketing crisis was welcome, but called for the payment process to be expedited. Waweru said farmers had […]
NCBA Backs Over 10,000 Young Athletes in New PIPSSA Partnership
NCBA Bank has partnered with the Private and International Preparatory Schools Sports Association (PIPSSA) as its Exclusive Financial Services Partner for the 2026/2027 academic year, marking a significant investment in youth development, education, and community impact. The partnership was announced during the PIPSSA Under-11 Soccer Tournament at Crawford International School, where the bank presented PIPSSA with a sponsorship cheque of KES. 1,000,000 million. As part of the partnership, NCBA will support sporting programmes, equipment, competitions, and facilities across PIPSSA’s annual calendar of events. The partnership provides NCBA with the opportunity to engage a network of more than 35 private and […]
FKF Moves to Address Harambee Stars Camp Concerns Ahead of Eritrea Clash
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has moved to clarify the situation surrounding the Harambee Stars camp following concerns over outstanding allowances, welfare of players and the work permit status of head coach Benni McCarthy and members of his technical team. In a statement issued on Wednesday, September 23, FKF acknowledged the concerns but said it remained engaged with the Ministry of Sports, players and the technical team to ensure the national team’s preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers remain on course. The statement comes amid reports that some Harambee Stars players had raised concerns over unpaid allowances, accommodation […]
Nairobi Set for Ksh.38 Billion Indoor Arena at Railway City
Nairobi is set for another major addition to its sports and entertainment infrastructure, with a proposed 10,000-seater indoor arena planned as part of a Ksh.38.2 billion mixed-use development at Nairobi Railway City. The project is being developed by Zaria Group, co-founded by Dallas Mavericks President Masai Ujiri, in partnership with US-based Helios Sports & Entertainment Group. The developers signed a long-term lease agreement with Kenya Railways on April 10, 2026, securing the site for the ambitious development in the heart of the capital. The arena is expected to become the centrepiece of a wider entertainment district designed to host basketball […]
Hussein Mohammed Defends FKF Record as League Kick-Off Remains Caught in Legal Standoff
Football Kenya Federation President Hussein Mohammed faced an unusually large media gathering on Monday as he sought to explain the circumstances surrounding the delayed start of the 2026/27 SportPesa League and defend his administration amid an escalating governance and legal dispute. More than 130 journalists attended the press conference, reflecting the growing national attention around a crisis that has left clubs, players, sponsors and supporters uncertain about when the new league season will finally begin. A visibly charged Mohammed defended his administration’s handling of the crisis and, during a tense question-and-answer session, took aim at some of his critics within […]