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 […]
Ruto, Infantino Discuss FIFA Partnership, Mombasa Stadium and AFCON 2027
President William Ruto and Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed held talks with FIFA President Gianni Infantino in New York on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, with football development, infrastructure and Kenya’s preparations for AFCON 2027 featuring prominently in the discussions. According to Hussein Mohammed, the meeting focused on strengthening the Kenya-FIFA partnership and accelerating the development of football through youth development, infrastructure and capacity building. Among the projects discussed was the FIFA Arena initiative and the development of a modern technical centre aimed at supporting football development in the country. The possibility of constructing […]
Sharks, Mombasa United Playoff Deal Offers Breakthrough After Weeks of FKF Turmoil
After weeks of court battles, conflicting orders, postponed fixtures and an increasingly bitter governance dispute, Kenyan football may finally have found a way out of the crisis that has kept the 2026/27 FKF Premier League on the starting blocks. Football Kenya Federation has brokered an agreement for Kariobangi Sharks and Mombasa United to settle the promotion and relegation dispute through a two-legged playoff, with both clubs allowed to use their newly registered players. The first leg will be played in Mombasa on October 1, followed by the return leg in Nairobi on October 6. The development represents a significant shift […]
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 […]