Maraga, Sifuna camps and United Opposition vow single anti-Ruto candidate
The United Opposition has reassured Kenyans it will field a single presidential candidate in 2027 to oust President William Ruto, with the Maraga and Sifuna camps both signalling alignment with a unified ticket. Source: Daily Nation, May 15, 2026.
Wildlife PS under fire over Sh300m compensation cash diversion
The Wildlife Principal Secretary is under fire over allegations that Sh300 million earmarked for compensation to families of wildlife-attack victims was diverted — families say they have waited years for what they describe as a pittance. Source: Daily Nation, May 15, 2026.
MP Nyoro tables bill to cut fuel prices by Sh26
MP Ndindi Nyoro is seeking a parliamentary amendment to exempt petroleum products from VAT — a move he says would slash pump prices by Sh26 per litre and reverse part of the latest EPRA-driven hike. Source: Daily Nation, May 15, 2026.
Festus Kiprop wins Endo Ward by-election
Festus Kiprop garnered 4,475 votes to win the Endo Ward by-election, with the DCP’s Rotich losing Emurua Dikirr to UDA’s Keter as the Opposition flagged growing voter discontent ahead of 2027. Source: Daily Nation, May 14–15, 2026.
Kenya targets North African startups in Nairobi innovation push
Kenya is positioning itself as a gateway for North African startups expanding into Sub-Saharan Africa, hosting more than 60 Kenyan and six Tunisian startups at the IPDAYS Nairobi x Silicon Savannah Startup Fair 2026. Source: Africa Center / Konza Technopolis, May 15, 2026.