Jubilee’s Pauline Njoroge Enters Nairobi Governor Race
Jubilee Party Deputy Organising Secretary Pauline Njoroge has formally declared her intention to contest the Nairobi governor’s seat, becoming the latest aspirant to join the crowded race to unseat incumbent Johnson Sakaja. Speaking on Wednesday, Njoroge said she has already begun grassroots engagements across the capital as part of a listening tour aimed at understanding residents’ priorities before unveiling her campaign agenda. “As leaders, we often assume we know what people want, yet we end up working against the very citizens who elected us. The result is disappointment, misdirected priorities and denial of essential services,” she said. Njoroge said her […]
Air India Grounds Dreamliner After Pilot Raises Fuel Switch Safety Concern
Air India has withdrawn a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner from service after a pilot raised concerns over a possible fault involving the aircraft’s fuel control switch. In a statement issued on Monday, the national carrier said it had notified India’s aviation regulator and initiated urgent checks to assess the issue flagged by the flight crew. “We have informed the regulator and are examining the matter on a priority basis,” the airline said, without disclosing further technical details or the specific flight involved. Boeing confirmed it is engaging with Air India on the issue. “We are in contact with Air India and […]
CBK Cautions Kenyans Over Decorative Use of Banknote
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has cautioned the public against using Kenya Shilling banknotes for decorative and celebratory purposes, warning that the practice damages currency and disrupts cash circulation. In a public notice issued on February 2, 2026, the Bank raised concern over the increasing trend of using cash in flower bouquets, ornamental arrangements and similar displays, particularly during celebrations. CBK noted that in many cases, banknotes are folded, rolled, glued, stapled, taped or pinned, actions that significantly compromise their quality and usability. “The use of adhesives, pins, staples and other materials damages banknotes and interferes with the efficient […]
Safaricom announces Sh0.85 interim dividend as profits surge
Safaricom PLC has declared an interim dividend of Sh0.85 per ordinary share for the financial year ending March 31, 2026, signalling strong financial performance and continued shareholder returns. In a notice to investors, the telecommunications firm said its board approved the dividend during a meeting held on February 4, 2026. The payout will apply to shareholders whose names appear on the company’s register at the close of business on February 25, 2026, with payments expected to be made on or around March 31, 2026. “The Board of Safaricom PLC resolved to approve the payment of an interim dividend of Sh0.85 […]
Ambani’s Wake-Up Call: Time for AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia to Own Their Future
AFC Leopards chairman Bonface Ambani has ignited a far-reaching debate within Kenyan football after issuing a blunt public challenge to the country’s two biggest clubs, AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia, over their continued dependence on government-owned stadiums. In an open letter shared on his Facebook page, Ambani described the impending closure of Nyayo National Stadium and Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani for 2027 AFCON renovations as a defining moment that should force both clubs to confront long-ignored realities. With the government expected to shut down both venues in early March, Ambani warned that the situation would leave the traditional rivals […]
Kakamega Homeboyz Defender Silas Abungana Passes Away at 25
Kenyan football has been thrown into deep mourning following the tragic death of Kakamega Homeboyz defender Silas Abungana, who passed away on Wednesday night while undergoing treatment at Kakamega County General Hospital. The Sportpesa League club confirmed that Abungana died a few minutes before midnight after succumbing to head injuries sustained during an attack on Tuesday night. The 25-year-old’s passing has shocked the football community and left teammates, fans, and fellow professionals grappling with a profound loss. In an official statement released on Thursday morning, Kakamega Homeboyz expressed their devastation at the untimely death of the defender, confirming the circumstances […]
Safaricom announces Sh0.85 interim dividend as profits surge
Safaricom PLC has declared an interim dividend of Sh0.85 per ordinary share for the financial year ending March 31, 2026, signalling strong financial performance and continued shareholder returns. In a notice to investors, the telecommunications firm said its board approved the dividend during a meeting held on February 4, 2026. The payout will apply to shareholders whose names appear on the company’s register at the close of business on February 25, 2026, with payments expected to be made on or around March 31, 2026. “The Board of Safaricom PLC resolved to approve the payment of an interim dividend of Sh0.85 […]