Ride for donkeys: A journey on two wheels and the heart of a nation
From Nairobi to Murang’a, Kirinyaga, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Meru, Isiolo, and beyond, I saw donkeys everywhere. Some were hauling water, some carrying firewood, some just resting under the sun. In Samburu and Marsabit, the dirt roads would have broken lesser spirits, but the communities there owned donkeys like family. One man told me his four homesteads collectively owned nearly one hundred donkeys. Donkeys are not just animals here; they are wealth, culture, and survival, and they are under threat.
Source:Daily Nation
January 13, 2026 19:11 UTC
KJSEA Placement: Nairobi Dad's Struggle after Daughter Was Placed in Day School Despite Top Marks
Source: FacebookHis daughter had excelled in her examinations, achieving results that should have placed her comfortably in a reputable secondary school. Why Wambũgũ's daughter was discouragedIn an interview with TUKO.co.ke, he shared that when the government’s placement results were released, the family was stunned. “She asked me, ‘What was the point of studying so hard, only to end up in a day school?’” Wambũgũ recalled. Wambũgũ recounted how he had pent-up anger in him as he didn’t understand how the system could fail his child. For Wambũgũ, this journey is a reminder that behind every school placement statistic is a family fighting, feeling, and hoping.
Source:Daily Nation
January 13, 2026 18:42 UTC
CS Ruku orders fast-tracked fire risk sensitisation after Kamukunji blaze
“The national government is ready to supplement the efforts of the Nairobi County Government to ensure residents are better protected from these devastating infernos,” Ruku said. In Kamukunji’s Kitui Village informal settlement in Pumwani Ward, a fire that broke out on Sunday night destroyed three rows of dwellings, leaving about 150 households homeless. The affected families are in urgent need of iron sheets (mabati), timber or poles, mattresses, blankets and food assistance. The government, through the State Department for Special Programmes, has moved swiftly to cushion the affected families. He called for intensified community sensitisation meetings and public engagements to raise awareness on fire risks and prevention measures.
Source:The Star
January 13, 2026 18:17 UTC
NTV Kenya: 2021 New York Marathon champion Korir suspended for doping
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Source:Daily Nation
January 13, 2026 18:16 UTC
Video of Fancy Cars Spotted at Alliance Girls During Admission of Grade 10 Students Trends
A parent shared a sneak peek into the admissions at Alliance Girls. Source: FacebookWeeks after the candidates who sat for the Kenya Junior Secondary Education Assessment (KJSEA) received their results, they arrived at their respective high schools for Grade 10 admissions from Monday, January 12. A trending TikTok video showed parents taking their children to Alliance Girls’ High School in luxury cars, which filled the parking lot and reflected the school’s elite status. The parent who shared the clip was equally mesmerised by the grand display of the vehicles. In a post, the governor shared sweet family photos as he and his wife accompanied his daughter for the Grade 10 admission.
Source:Daily Nation
January 13, 2026 17:54 UTC
DP World Insists On Continued Operations at Berbera Port Amid Somalia-UAE Tensions
MOGADISHU—Dubai-based ports and logistics giant DP World announced on Tuesday its commitment to maintain operations at Berbera Port in Somaliland, despite the Somali government’s recent decision to annul all agreements with the UAE, including crucial port contracts and defense collaborations. This announcement comes at a time of rising tensions in the region, particularly following the Israeli government’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state. “DP World is committed to ensuring the effective and safe functioning of the port while promoting trade and economic growth for Somaliland and the broader Horn of Africa,” the company told Reuters. The UAE has established strong economic and security partnerships with Somaliland, underscored by a significant $442 million investment from DP World aimed at developing and managing Berbera Port in the semi-autonomous region. In response to the Somali government’s actions, both Puntland and Jubaland states, which are members of the federal government, issued statements declaring the termination of diplomatic relations with the UAE terminal as unlawful.
Source:Daily Nation
January 13, 2026 17:42 UTC
Fake Priest Who Promised Mali AFCON 2025 Title Arrested After Collecting KSh 5m
A priest who promised AFCON 2025 title to Mali has been arrested. Source: UGCMali were eliminated from AFCON 2025 after they lost to Senegal 1-0 at the quarter-final stage. Sinayogo had collected over 33,500 euros (KSh 5 million) from fans, promising to deliver the AFCON title to Mali. Mali at AFCON 2025Mali exited AFCON 2025 without winning a single game in regulation time. Of all the teams that qualified for this year's quarter-finals, only Mali haven't won an AFCON title before.
Source:Daily Nation
January 13, 2026 17:17 UTC
Prophet Owuor Claims He Warned Venezuela of US Intervention
Controversial Kenyan preacher Prophet David Owuor has claimed to have predicted the U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, two months before it happened. "After Donald Trump cleared the land, I heard Donald Trump saying that now we can start developing it," Owuor stated during the press briefing captured in the video. Prophet David Owuor. The prophecy has gained attention following President Nicolás Maduro's detention by US forces in early January 2026, after Owuor had traveled to Venezuela at Maduro's personal invitation. The Lord is calling for national repentance in Venezuela," Owuor stated in the video.
Source:Daily Nation
January 13, 2026 17:08 UTC
Venezuela crisis: Trump planning another BIG move next week? US to use Venezuela’s…; is it good or bad for India?
---Advertisement---Why Trump may lift sanctions on Venezuela? Recently, Donald Trump had signed an executive order, preventing courts and courts and creditors from seizing Venezuelan oil revenue held in US Treasury accounts. As per Trump’s order, the money from Venezuelan oil sales will be “safeguarded to promote peace, prosperity, and stability in Venezuela”. Venezuela holds approximately $5 billion in SDRs, which the US is now planning to use to boost its economy. 9,000 crore) of dividends stuck in Venezuela, money which has been frozen due to US sanctions.
Source:News 24
January 13, 2026 16:51 UTC
Man excites Eldoret after taking up 48-hour challenge to sit on top of a tree
A 29-year-old man whose friends have been affected by drug abuse has caught public attention in Eldoret after undertaking a 48-hour challenge to sit on top of a tree as part of public sensitisation against the drug menace. Thomas Kipkemboi, also known as Kapkeno, climbed the tree on Monday and is expected to complete the challenge on Wednesday at 2 pm. The tree is at Nandi Gardens, which is a public park in Eldoret city, where hundreds of people have been turning up to cheer him on. He explained that he prepared for the challenge by not eating or taking drinks to avoid the need to use the toilet within the 48 hours of the Challenge. The posters are changed every hour by his friends who support the initiative and climb the tree to reach him.
Source:The Star
January 13, 2026 16:45 UTC
KHRC raises concerns over Uganda internet shutdown ahead of elections
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has expressed concern over the Uganda Communications Commission’s (UCC) decision to suspend public internet access and restrict some mobile services ahead of Uganda’s general elections. “KHRC warns that cutting off the internet may exacerbate the situation.”The commission urged the UCC to reconsider its decision. Observers and rights advocates have raised concerns over the trend of internet restrictions during elections in parts of the region. Ugandan opposition presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, criticised the government’s decision to impose a temporary nationwide internet shutdown. Some citizens view the shutdown as a restriction of rights, while others see it as a precautionary measure to safeguard the electoral process.
Source:The Star
January 13, 2026 16:43 UTC
Malaysia records lowest unemployment rate in 11 years, says Ramanan
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's labour market continues to perform well with an unemployment rate of 2.9% in November 2025, the lowest level in 11 years, says Datuk Seri Ramanan Ramakrishnan. The Human Resources Minister said the country's labour market remained resilient despite facing economic transitions, rapid technological advancements and changing global work practices. Ramanan said according to the Statistics Department of Malaysia (DOSM), total employment increased to 17.09 million people while the employment-to-population ratio rose to 68.8%$, indicating that more Malaysians have successfully entered the labour market. "This shows that the economy was not only providing more jobs but, more importantly, improving the quality of those jobs," he said. He said these efforts were strengthened through MYFutureJobs developed by PERKESO and powered by real-time labour market data.
Source:The Star
January 13, 2026 16:24 UTC
On the Radar: Ruto to launch NYOTA programme in Samburu
On the RadarPresident William Ruto will today roll out the NYOTA Project (National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement) programme in Samburu County. The funding targets 6,982 entrepreneurs across Nyeri, Murang’a, Nyandarua and Kirinyaga counties under the five-year programme supported by the World Bank. The funds were handed over during an event at the Kabiru-ini ASK Grounds in Nyeri, attended by Ruto. The Nyota programme has already been rolled out in Kakamega, Eldoret and Nakuru counties. The lawmakers will meet Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii, railway and road agencies (KeNHA, KURA, KeRRA, KRC and NTSA) to deliberate on the South Lokichar Field Development Plan.
Source:Daily Nation
January 13, 2026 16:17 UTC
Counties weighed down by huge bank loans
A report by the Controller of Budget, Margaret Nyakang'o, reveals that several Kenyan counties are heavily burdened by high-interest bank loans used to cover salaries and utilities. Nairobi leads significantly, with the Executive owing Sh6.04 billion and the Assembly Sh243.7 million. Other heavily indebted regions include Machakos Executive (Sh544.25 million), Homa Bay Executive (Sh471.48 million), and Kisumu Executive (Sh289.07 million). Vihiga Executive and the assemblies of Nyandarua and Laikipia also face substantial debts. This reliance on commercial loans highlights a growing financial strain within county governments across the country.
Source:The Star
January 13, 2026 16:16 UTC
Nilachal Carbo Metalicks Expects Favorable Impact from Anti-Dumping Duty on Imported Metallurgical Coke
Nilachal Carbo Metalicks Limited has informed the stock exchange about a Ministry of Finance notification that is expected to positively impact its business operations. Anti-Dumping Duty Notification DetailsThe Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) issued Notification No. 41/2025-Customs (ADD) dated December 31, 2025, imposing anti-dumping duty on imports of Low Ash Metallurgical Coke. The enhanced pricing environment is likely to support domestic realizations for Nilachal Carbo Metalicks. Company BackgroundNilachal Carbo Metalicks Limited operates in the metallurgical coke manufacturing sector, producing low phosphorus low ash metallurgical coke and coke fines.
Source:The Star
January 13, 2026 16:05 UTC