https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenyan-writers-featured-in-inaugural-brittle-paper-virtual-literary-festival Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T20:00:27.470Z Kenyan Writers Featured in Inaugural Brittle Paper Virtual Literary Festival brittle paper, kenyan writers, african literature, poetry, owen habel lwanda, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vUdQLKXoj4Q14M5yRFtex22xkKJsq1GU2R1udqjy.jpg Kenyan Writers Featured in Inaugural Brittle Paper Virtual Literary Festival Four Kenyan authors discuss their latest works during the inaugural Brittle Paper Virtual Literary Festival, which showcases emerging African voices. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/us-border-officers-intercept-dried-rodents-and-raw-meat-from-malawi-passenger-in Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T19:20:33.538Z US Border Officers Intercept Dried Rodents and Raw Meat from Malawi Passenger in Chicago us customs, malawi, biosecurity, bushmeat, chicago airport, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DAaGI2nJEjWimpI2QTSA18zyIevtxFaSFrogNl81.png US Border Officers Intercept Dried Rodents and Raw Meat from Malawi Passenger in Chicago US Customs officers inspect a stash of dried rodents and raw meat seized from a traveler arriving at O'Hare from Malawi. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/exploring-kilifi-s-marafa-canyon-where-punishment-meets-sunset-magic Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T18:40:29.539Z Exploring Kilifi's Marafa Canyon: Where Punishment Meets Sunset Magic kilifi, marafa canyon, malindi, kenya tourism, travel, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/MP6jSJ2bcV86QcEG0l9aRYWR0Nix1KVQiNIbBj9G.png Exploring Kilifi's Marafa Canyon: Where Punishment Meets Sunset Magic Sunlight illuminates the jagged sandstone formations of Marafa Canyon, a landmark renowned for its deep cultural folklore and striking sunset views. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/why-unexplained-weight-changes-may-signal-an-underlying-thyroid-disorder Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T18:00:50.323Z Why Unexplained Weight Changes May Signal an Underlying Thyroid Disorder health, thyroid, metabolism, wellness, medical news, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IABCBb5dC9dYSSZOwDstqvW5xEtnIAZMwcO1uriy.png Why Unexplained Weight Changes May Signal an Underlying Thyroid Disorder A patient undergoes a routine thyroid screening to monitor metabolic function, a critical step as unexpected weight shifts may indicate underlying health issues. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/rigathi-gachagua-meets-viral-us-lookalike-gachagua-mdogo-in-washington Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T17:20:19.111Z Rigathi Gachagua Meets Viral US Lookalike 'Gachagua Mdogo' in Washington rigathi gachagua, gachagua mdogo, kenya politics, us diaspora, viral news, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TZZT5zIJyJRjyQYhaJZQi3CMITgvUgdM93TouGHT.png Rigathi Gachagua Meets Viral US Lookalike 'Gachagua Mdogo' in Washington Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua poses with his viral lookalike King Cyrus during a meet-and-greet in Spokane, Washington. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kitui-bishop-s-father-recalls-son-s-journey-from-village-boy-to-catholic-cleric Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T16:40:44.831Z Kitui Bishop's Father Recalls Son's Journey From Village Boy to Catholic Cleric catholic church, kitui diocese, bishop john mwandi, mwingi west, kenya news, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0SpdBn1jYSESqzBL5syph5ldcicZAmSJbWO3yPYn.png Kitui Bishop's Father Recalls Son's Journey From Village Boy to Catholic Cleric Mzee Joseph Mwandi reflects on the humble upbringing of his son, Bishop John Mwandi, as he celebrates his journey to the Catholic clergy. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/egyptian-tv-presenter-sarah-khalifa-sentenced-to-death-in-major-drug-case Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T16:00:24.586Z Egyptian TV Presenter Sarah Khalifa Sentenced to Death in Major Drug Case egypt, sarah khalifa, crime, drug trafficking, court, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UWFEWp4BdOd4b8YNqV1u5t1LC91lgAZawCbQXYVP.png Egyptian TV Presenter Sarah Khalifa Sentenced to Death in Major Drug Case Egyptian television presenter Sarah Khalifa appears in a professional headshot, following her death sentence for running a synthetic drug ring. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/5-dead-as-amazon-cargo-plane-overruns-runway-and-crashes-in-miami Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T15:20:46.001Z 5 Dead as Amazon Cargo Plane Overruns Runway and Crashes in Miami amazon, miami crash, aviation safety, prime air, ntsb, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cqGyPVuUkMCRg7KZq8fg6a7RWenFsSWxZPs1lN2u.png 5 Dead as Amazon Cargo Plane Overruns Runway and Crashes in Miami Emergency crews survey the wreckage of an Amazon cargo plane that crashed into a Miami roadway, killing five people. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/makau-mutua-defends-kenya-s-foreign-trader-crackdown-as-responsible-governance Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T14:20:58.665Z Makau Mutua Defends Kenya's Foreign Trader Crackdown as Responsible Governance kenya, william ruto, makau mutua, trade, immigration, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/news/2023/03/MAKAU-MUTUA.jpg Makau Mutua Defends Kenya's Foreign Trader Crackdown as Responsible Governance Constitutional advisor Makau Mutua speaks on the enforcement of immigration and business laws, justifying the government’s crackdown on foreign traders as necessary state policy. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/exodus-at-kenya-national-theatre-reimagines-precolonial-resistance-and-betrayal Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T14:00:42.163Z Exodus at Kenya National Theatre Reimagines Precolonial Resistance and Betrayal theatre, kenya national theatre, arts, culture, entertainment, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/34xUugMfl36wijLx9r25dIRhHBZSO6ifbcYnIIoI.png Exodus at Kenya National Theatre Reimagines Precolonial Resistance and Betrayal Performers execute intense fight choreography during a scene from Exodus, a new production exploring 19th-century colonial resistance at the Kenya National Theatre. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenya-and-us-resolve-to-deepen-cooperation-in-trade-security-and-healthcare Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T13:00:54.099Z Kenya and US Resolve to Deepen Cooperation in Trade, Security and Healthcare kenya, united states, musalia mudavadi, trade, security, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRmme5ZWgAM5wS_.jpg Kenya and US Resolve to Deepen Cooperation in Trade, Security and Healthcare Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi greets US envoy Frank Garcia in Nairobi to discuss expanding bilateral trade and security partnerships. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/indonesia-closes-8-airports-as-anak-krakatau-eruption-grounds-1-500-flights Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T12:40:53.545Z Indonesia Closes 8 Airports as Anak Krakatau Eruption Grounds 1,500 Flights indonesia, volcano, anak krakatau, aviation, travel, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xXAp7GmYJv7h6iFagQI5229dkz8srFsDkTkajPSG.png Indonesia Closes 8 Airports as Anak Krakatau Eruption Grounds 1,500 Flights Thick volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau blankets the region, forcing the closure of eight airports and leaving 170,000 travelers stranded across Indonesia. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ruto-and-governors-to-hold-crisis-summit-over-nationwide-nurses-strike Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T10:20:42.469Z Ruto and Governors to Hold Crisis Summit Over Nationwide Nurses' Strike kenya, nurses strike, william ruto, council of governors, healthcare, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WhatsApp-Image-2026-07-30-at-20.06.31.jpeg Ruto and Governors to Hold Crisis Summit Over Nationwide Nurses' Strike President William Ruto meets with county governors to address the nationwide nurses' strike and resolve the ongoing health sector crisis. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ruto-mourns-tanzania-s-first-gentleman-hafidh-ameir-hassan Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T10:20:28.719Z Ruto Mourns Tanzania's First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Hassan william ruto, samia suluhu hassan, tanzania, hafidh ameir hassan, east africa, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/samia-and-hafidh.jpg Ruto Mourns Tanzania's First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Hassan President William Ruto offers his condolences following the passing of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kibra-police-arrest-father-following-fatal-assault-of-nine-year-old-daughter Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T09:00:42.269Z Kibra Police Arrest Father Following Fatal Assault of Nine-Year-Old Daughter kibra, nairobi, crime, police, mbagathi hospital, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/news/2023/05/HANDCUFFS.jpg Kibra Police Arrest Father Following Fatal Assault of Nine-Year-Old Daughter Police officers escort a suspect into custody following the tragic death of a nine-year-old girl in Kibra. The father remains detained amid investigation into assault allegations. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/tanzania-first-gentleman-hafidh-ameir-hassan-passes-away-in-zanzibar Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T09:00:27.146Z Tanzania First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Hassan Passes Away in Zanzibar tanzania, samia suluhu hassan, hafidh ameir hassan, east africa, zanzibar, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HIAfYA5XAAAaGL9.jpg Tanzania First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Hassan Passes Away in Zanzibar Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan appears at a public event, following the passing of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, due to heart complications. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenya-clarifies-visa-free-entry-rules-barring-unauthorized-foreign-business-oper Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T07:40:21.848Z Kenya Clarifies Visa-Free Entry Rules, Barring Unauthorized Foreign Business Operations kenya, immigration, trade policy, visa free, business, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Traders-G.jpg Kenya Clarifies Visa-Free Entry Rules, Barring Unauthorized Foreign Business Operations A traveler arrives at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport as Kenya reaffirms that visa-free entry does not permit unauthorized commercial work. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/illinois-mother-charged-with-murdering-toddler-after-tracking-lindsay-clancy-tri Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T07:20:49.806Z Illinois Mother Charged With Murdering Toddler After Tracking Lindsay Clancy Trial corie walsh, lindsay clancy, illinois news, mental health, crime, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lmB9uVMqz3ALR790yJu0E5NhPWWdNMiZqFmdiq7O.png Illinois Mother Charged With Murdering Toddler After Tracking Lindsay Clancy Trial Corie Walsh faces murder charges following the death of her toddler, an incident allegedly linked to her recent interest in the Lindsay Clancy case. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/emergency-teams-mobilize-to-contain-bush-fire-along-voi-taveta-road Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T06:20:31.006Z Emergency Teams Mobilize to Contain Bush Fire Along Voi-Taveta Road taita taveta, voi taveta road, bush fire, kenya red cross, kws, news, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/tsavo-fire.jpeg Emergency Teams Mobilize to Contain Bush Fire Along Voi-Taveta Road Emergency crews battle a spreading bush fire along the Voi-Taveta Road as officials confirm no tanker explosion occurred. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/un-backs-africa-s-true-scale-as-general-assembly-votes-to-replace-mercator-proje Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T06:00:55.250Z UN Backs Africa's True Scale as General Assembly Votes to Replace Mercator Projection united nations, africa, maps, geography, african union, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cding09ZnWCbORkX3DPMwN7vgZGTx4yYGVuRiQa1.png UN Backs Africa's True Scale as General Assembly Votes to Replace Mercator Projection A classroom globe displays the Equal Earth projection, highlighting landmasses in their true proportions as the UN pushes for an end to Mercator maps. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/iebc-rolls-out-electoral-risk-management-tool-for-2027-polls Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T05:00:29.556Z IEBC Rolls Out Electoral Risk Management Tool for 2027 Polls iebc, kenya elections, 2027 general election, politics, electoral risk, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IEBC-Ethekon.jpg IEBC Rolls Out Electoral Risk Management Tool for 2027 Polls IEBC officials review electoral security framework strategies ahead of the 2027 General Election to ensure polls integrity. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/why-your-workplace-kindness-might-actually-be-a-trauma-response Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T04:40:41.981Z Why Your Workplace 'Kindness' Might Actually Be a Trauma Response mental health, psychology, workplace wellness, trauma, relationships, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TP0dkjoOEjiQ1Y1Qn902KRYyaXHLCOt4vXONmlL4.png Why Your Workplace 'Kindness' Might Actually Be a Trauma Response An employee struggles to maintain a pleasant demeanor during a stressful office meeting, highlighting the link between workplace fawning and past trauma. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/egyptian-tv-presenter-sarah-khalifa-among-12-sentenced-to-death-in-drug-case Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T03:40:20.755Z Egyptian TV Presenter Sarah Khalifa Among 12 Sentenced to Death in Drug Case egypt, sarah khalifa, crime, africa, judiciary, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/TV-Presenter.jpg Egyptian TV Presenter Sarah Khalifa Among 12 Sentenced to Death in Drug Case Sarah Khalifa stands in a courtroom as she and 11 others are sentenced to death for drug manufacturing and arms possession. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kiambu-landowners-dig-trenches-to-block-park-and-chill-revellers-in-thogoto Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T03:20:43.722Z Kiambu Landowners Dig Trenches to Block 'Park-and-Chill' Revellers in Thogoto kiambu, thogoto, ndumberi, kenya, news, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Cffr1vkjK80TNBuYn0pxXkRRgmXnqc1GBG1l20AW.jpg Kiambu Landowners Dig Trenches to Block 'Park-and-Chill' Revellers in Thogoto Landowners in Thogoto dig trenches around farms to stop weekend revellers from gathering on private property, curbing illegal park-and-chill activities. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenya-rejects-reports-of-staffing-shortages-at-rabat-embassy-in-morocco Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T02:20:20.738Z Kenya Rejects Reports of Staffing Shortages at Rabat Embassy in Morocco kenya, morocco, diplomacy, korir sing'oei, parliament, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Gr42TYjWgAA9up_-1.jpg Kenya Rejects Reports of Staffing Shortages at Rabat Embassy in Morocco Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing’Oei addresses media following reports of operational challenges at the Kenyan embassy in Rabat. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/refigah-urges-ruto-to-reconsider-foreign-hawker-ban-proposes-tax-framework Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T02:00:54.143Z Refigah Urges Ruto to Reconsider Foreign Hawker Ban, Proposes Tax Framework william ruto, refigah, kenya economy, eac trade, foreign traders, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/93m7rgfdLZ5FsrkReA7Ps2iK6dx5TFFzpQSu7ROW.png Refigah Urges Ruto to Reconsider Foreign Hawker Ban, Proposes Tax Framework Yusuf Noah, popularly known as Refigah, speaks at a recent event, urging President Ruto to implement a tax framework for foreign hawkers rather than a total ban. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/nps-issues-stern-warning-to-politicians-over-election-violence Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T01:00:29.963Z NPS Issues Stern Warning to Politicians Over Election Violence nps, kenya police, politics, elections, muchiri nyaga, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRNucUOXcAcCk8v-1.jpg NPS Issues Stern Warning to Politicians Over Election Violence An armed police officer stands guard during a public demonstration as the NPS vows to crack down on political incitement ahead of elections. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ngugi-wa-thiong-o-s-banned-classic-matigari-returns-as-gikuyu-musical Jiupdate en 2026-09-07T00:40:43.674Z Ngugi wa Thiong'o’s Banned Classic 'Matigari' Returns as Gikuyu Musical theatre, ngugi-wa-thiongo, kenya, arts, literature, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iXrkeSnHrLxnI5wJE5GijWZLKvPZdvmOze3xMwWo.png Ngugi wa Thiong'o’s Banned Classic 'Matigari' Returns as Gikuyu Musical Performers take the stage during the Gikuyu musical adaptation of Ngugi wa Thiong'o’s novel Matigari at the Kenya National Theatre. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ps-mary-muthoni-warns-against-politicising-healthcare-ahead-of-nyeri-tour Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T23:40:31.269Z PS Mary Muthoni Warns Against Politicising Healthcare Ahead of Nyeri Tour mary muthoni, nyeri, healthcare, jamii imara mashinani, kenya, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRZIoDyXYAAcghB.jpg PS Mary Muthoni Warns Against Politicising Healthcare Ahead of Nyeri Tour Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni addresses residents during the Jamii Imara Mashinani outreach event, urging leaders to keep politics out of healthcare in Nyeri. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ng-g-wa-thiong-o-s-banned-novel-matigari-takes-stage-as-g-k-y-musical-at-knt Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T23:20:42.934Z Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o's Banned Novel 'Matigari' Takes Stage as Gĩkũyũ Musical at KNT matigari, ngugi wa thiongo, kenya national theatre, theatre, gikuyu musical, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iXrkeSnHrLxnI5wJE5GijWZLKvPZdvmOze3xMwWo.png Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o's Banned Novel 'Matigari' Takes Stage as Gĩkũyũ Musical at KNT Actors perform in a scene from the new Gĩkũyũ musical adaptation of Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o's Matigari, which opens at the Kenya National Theatre. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/nps-mandates-3-to-14-days-notice-for-political-rallies-amid-violence-warning Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T22:20:23.528Z NPS Mandates 3 to 14 Days' Notice for Political Rallies Amid Violence Warning kenya police, douglas kanja, public order act, politics, nps, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/kanjaa.jpg NPS Mandates 3 to 14 Days' Notice for Political Rallies Amid Violence Warning Police officers maintain security during a public gathering as new NPS rules mandate advance notice for political rallies to prevent election violence. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenyan-artist-clinton-artisto-launches-dust-to-light-series-inspired-by-kibera Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T22:00:40.333Z Kenyan Artist Clinton Artisto Launches 'Dust to Light' Series Inspired by Kibera clinton artisto, kibera, kenyan art, rafiki art space, nairobi art, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YTY2PytI27wgEPHXsr7JqzBG64fKjZKb1iKaJocs.png Kenyan Artist Clinton Artisto Launches 'Dust to Light' Series Inspired by Kibera A local resident poses against a Kibera backdrop in Clinton Artisto's new composite realism series, highlighting the resilience of Nairobi’s informal settlements. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kisii-homestead-overwhelmed-as-alleged-virgin-mary-image-draws-hundreds-of-pilgr Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T21:00:28.926Z Kisii Homestead Overwhelmed as Alleged Virgin Mary Image Draws Hundreds of Pilgrims kisii, religion, nyamache, social media, ai, Jiupdate news https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/A5okFnpSUmRKfAThFCIZzhjcxlgnba6Bo8aTBihz.jpg Kisii Homestead Overwhelmed as Alleged Virgin Mary Image Draws Hundreds of Pilgrims Crowds gather at a rural Kisii home to witness an alleged apparition of the Virgin Mary, sparking local debate over its authenticity. (Photo: Jiupdate news) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenya-urges-export-expansion-as-us-extends-agoa-trade-deal-to-2028 Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T20:20:50.632Z Kenya Urges Export Expansion as US Extends AGOA Trade Deal to 2028 agoa, kenya trade, lee kinyanjui, us kenya trade, manufacturing, exports, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/G7aEOWhXgAE_0c_.jpg Kenya Urges Export Expansion as US Extends AGOA Trade Deal to 2028 Kenyan textile workers package garments for export as the government pushes for trade diversification following the two-year AGOA extension to 2028. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/horn-of-africa-nations-launch-regional-committee-to-slash-cross-border-trade-bar Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T19:40:28.093Z Horn of Africa Nations Launch Regional Committee to Slash Cross-Border Trade Barriers horn of africa, kenya trade, addis ababa, east africa, business, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRYOMpeasAEEelo.jpg Horn of Africa Nations Launch Regional Committee to Slash Cross-Border Trade Barriers Trade ministers gather in Addis Ababa to launch a new committee aimed at reducing regional commerce barriers. This initiative marks the start of a five-year trade roadmap. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/panamax-vessel-mv-ren-jian-15-docks-in-mombasa-with-3-710-containers-for-east-af Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T19:00:54.849Z Panamax Vessel MV REN JIAN 15 Docks in Mombasa with 3,710 Containers for East Africa mombasa port, kenya ports authority, shipping, east africa trade, maritime, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRd6PeYaUAAPYbh.jpg Panamax Vessel MV REN JIAN 15 Docks in Mombasa with 3,710 Containers for East Africa The Chinese-flagged MV REN JIAN 15 rests at the Port of Mombasa, delivering 3,710 containers to boost East African regional trade. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/two-women-arrested-at-jkia-over-alleged-658g-gold-smuggling-to-dubai Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T18:20:26.378Z Two Women Arrested at JKIA Over Alleged 658g Gold Smuggling to Dubai jkia, dci, gold smuggling, nairobi, crime, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/news/2023/05/HANDCUFFS.jpg Two Women Arrested at JKIA Over Alleged 658g Gold Smuggling to Dubai Security officers at JKIA examine 658 grams of gold hidden by two female suspects before their Dubai-bound flight. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/bishop-margaret-wanjiru-declares-nairobi-gubernatorial-bid-on-k1-ticket Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T17:40:49.828Z Bishop Margaret Wanjiru Declares Nairobi Gubernatorial Bid on K1 Ticket nairobi, politics, margaret wanjiru, kenya, k1 party, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HOKC7SxXMAArNB0.jpg Bishop Margaret Wanjiru Declares Nairobi Gubernatorial Bid on K1 Ticket Bishop Margaret Wanjiru gestures while addressing supporters during her official Nairobi gubernatorial campaign launch on the K1 ticket. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/bishop-wanjiru-aligns-k1-party-with-opposition-launches-nairobi-governor-bid Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T17:00:29.568Z Bishop Wanjiru Aligns K1 Party With Opposition, Launches Nairobi Governor Bid margaret wanjiru, edwin sifuna, nairobi governor, k1 party, kenya politics, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/G5muuc2XwAALnen.jpg Bishop Wanjiru Aligns K1 Party With Opposition, Launches Nairobi Governor Bid Bishop Margaret Wanjiru gestures while addressing supporters during her Nairobi gubernatorial launch, marking her party's official shift to the opposition. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/detectives-intercept-two-women-smuggling-658-grams-of-gold-at-jkia Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T16:20:37.607Z Detectives Intercept Two Women Smuggling 658 Grams of Gold at JKIA jkia, dci, gold smuggling, nairobi, crime, Jiupdate news https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BfZWhNODDxcwxR8hNrvJGr3b7T2dSaqhxUShSllG.jpg Detectives Intercept Two Women Smuggling 658 Grams of Gold at JKIA Security officers display gold jewelry seized from two Dubai-bound suspects discovered hiding the contraband in their hair and clothing at JKIA. (Photo: Jiupdate news) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/machakos-man-arrested-over-ksh-2-4-million-highway-land-fraud-scheme Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T15:40:17.470Z Machakos Man Arrested Over KSh 2.4 Million Highway Land Fraud Scheme machakos, dci, land fraud, crime, kenya news, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/news/2023/05/HANDCUFFS.jpg Machakos Man Arrested Over KSh 2.4 Million Highway Land Fraud Scheme David Maitha sits in custody after being apprehended by detectives in Kalama for his alleged role in a multi-million shilling highway land fraud scheme. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/gachagua-says-he-could-serve-as-sifuna-s-running-mate-in-2027 Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T15:00:49.709Z Gachagua Says He Could Serve as Sifuna's Running Mate in 2027 rigathi gachagua, edwin sifuna, william ruto, 2027 elections, kenya politics, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Rigathi-Gachaguas.jpeg Gachagua Says He Could Serve as Sifuna's Running Mate in 2027 Rigathi Gachagua smiles during a press briefing, fueling speculation about a potential 2027 alliance with Senator Edwin Sifuna. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ruto-orders-crackdown-on-foreign-hawkers-amid-rising-economic-tensions Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T14:00:37.637Z Ruto Orders Crackdown on Foreign Hawkers Amid Rising Economic Tensions kenya, economy, ruto, trade, migration, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hvfw5EMbAFY9S3ruWgb2EFvHUwV6etNnoGzAniqW.png Ruto Orders Crackdown on Foreign Hawkers Amid Rising Economic Tensions President Ruto announces a strict ban on non-citizen street traders amid mounting economic pressure, fueling intense national debate. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/junet-mohamed-mocks-opposition-hotel-retreats-names-ruto-as-odm-s-2027-candidate Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T13:40:50.957Z Junet Mohamed Mocks Opposition Hotel Retreats, Names Ruto as ODM's 2027 Candidate junet mohamed, odm, william ruto, 2027 elections, kenyan politics, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HLQPjkOWQAAEMk9-1.jpg Junet Mohamed Mocks Opposition Hotel Retreats, Names Ruto as ODM's 2027 Candidate National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed speaks during a press conference where he mocked opposition hotel retreats and named Ruto as ODM's 2027 candidate. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/us-open-faces-scrutiny-over-influencer-access-following-naomi-osaka-match-disrup Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T12:40:40.676Z US Open Faces Scrutiny Over Influencer Access Following Naomi Osaka Match Disruptions us open, tennis, naomi osaka, influencers, usta, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/q5roUJW78gmYfv3vZ4XL5Ai8DzQQNcj3c2BqCyA9.png US Open Faces Scrutiny Over Influencer Access Following Naomi Osaka Match Disruptions A tennis court remains empty as fans watch from the stands, highlighting the ongoing debate over influencer decorum at this year’s US Open. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/naisula-lesuuda-defects-to-ruto-camp-citing-samburu-development-record Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T12:20:40.067Z Naisula Lesuuda Defects to Ruto Camp Citing Samburu Development Record naisula lesuuda, william ruto, azimio, samburu, kenya politics, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/MP-Naisula-Lesuuda-is-opposed-to-DP-Rigathi-Gachagua-impeachment.png Naisula Lesuuda Defects to Ruto Camp Citing Samburu Development Record Samburu West MP Naisula Lesuuda addresses supporters during a public meeting, marking her official shift to President Ruto's political camp. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenyan-writer-gladwell-pamba-shortlisted-for-prestigious-2026-caine-prize Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T10:00:42.711Z Kenyan Writer Gladwell Pamba Shortlisted for Prestigious 2026 Caine Prize gladwell pamba, caine prize, kenyan literature, jahazi press, african writing, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/i7VQkJ8T7RX2d0XjjEeF5fIqxEASdv2DvJbhpMYz.png Kenyan Writer Gladwell Pamba Shortlisted for Prestigious 2026 Caine Prize Kenyan author Gladwell Pamba smiles during an interview, celebrating her shortlisting for the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/british-nigerian-creator-igho-tiny-ubiribo-dies-at-43-after-thailand-surgery Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T10:00:17.275Z British-Nigerian Creator Igho 'Tiny' Ubiribo Dies at 43 After Thailand Surgery igho ubiribo, cosmetic surgery, medical tourism, thailand, obituary, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/SinNzM8OhXqSLSy4ith5W7M1MY0OtWyiddWYVmaA.png British-Nigerian Creator Igho 'Tiny' Ubiribo Dies at 43 After Thailand Surgery British-Nigerian creator Igho Ubiribo poses for a portrait, following news of his tragic death at age 43 after a cosmetic procedure in Thailand. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/how-them-mushrooms-and-les-wanyika-outlasted-africa-s-rumba-giants Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T08:40:48.268Z How Them Mushrooms and Les Wanyika Outlasted Africa's Rumba Giants music, kenya, them mushrooms, les wanyika, rumba, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/G7SdK6p97P2kxhD7xCBxjv6X5Yq3y7SbqfUibLdv.png How Them Mushrooms and Les Wanyika Outlasted Africa's Rumba Giants Them Mushrooms and Les Wanyika perform on stage, showcasing the enduring legacy of Kenyan bands that thrived by adopting formal business models to sustain their long-standing careers. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/fally-ipupa-headlines-electrifying-nairobi-concert-alongside-top-amapiano-acts Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T08:40:21.310Z Fally Ipupa Headlines Electrifying Nairobi Concert Alongside Top Amapiano Acts fally ipupa, nairobi concerts, amapiano, rhumba, kenya entertainment, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tDKbr2Ge2p8etd60YHfZXl5kG2f1vsqJZ3dy5dS7.png Fally Ipupa Headlines Electrifying Nairobi Concert Alongside Top Amapiano Acts Congolese superstar Fally Ipupa commands the stage in Nairobi, joined by Amapiano heavyweights Kamo Mphela and DJ Maphorisa for a high-energy musical showcase. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/early-childhood-development-how-daily-micro-interactions-shape-kenyan-children-s Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T07:20:30.969Z Early Childhood Development: How Daily Micro-Interactions Shape Kenyan Children's Futures parenting, child development, kenya, mental health, screen time, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/soMsG8lzx4CiegGNnLOvoXW2ngCSV96SaI3K6EL4.jpg Early Childhood Development: How Daily Micro-Interactions Shape Kenyan Children's Futures A Kenyan mother plays with her toddler during a daily routine, highlighting how simple, responsive interactions build essential cognitive foundations in early childhood. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/us-envoys-head-to-kyiv-for-peace-talks-following-moscow-meeting-with-putin Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T07:00:47.254Z US Envoys Head to Kyiv for Peace Talks Following Moscow Meeting With Putin ukraine war, us diplomacy, vladimir putin, volodymyr zelensky, peace talks, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/KUSHNER-WITKOFF-PUTIN-MEETING-2026.png US Envoys Head to Kyiv for Peace Talks Following Moscow Meeting With Putin US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrive in Kyiv for high-stakes peace talks following meetings in Moscow, as a temporary strike truce holds in the capital. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/self-taught-fake-priest-infiltrates-lodwar-catholic-diocese-conning-bishop Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T06:00:28.960Z Self-Taught Fake Priest Infiltrates Lodwar Catholic Diocese, Conning Bishop lodwar, catholic church, nyamira, crime, turkana, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wOrU2WDRVmX3LrXxCR9g11VevTsTf8ykz3VhWQNc.jpg Self-Taught Fake Priest Infiltrates Lodwar Catholic Diocese, Conning Bishop Jones Bogonko Onchonga stands near the altar after successfully infiltrating the Lodwar Diocese by posing as a priest, (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/us-warship-uss-ross-docks-in-mombasa-after-middle-east-iran-operations Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T05:40:43.611Z US Warship USS Ross Docks in Mombasa After Middle East Iran Operations uss ross, mombasa, us navy, kenya, maritime security, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/260905-N-NO901-1002.jpg US Warship USS Ross Docks in Mombasa After Middle East Iran Operations The guided-missile destroyer USS Ross docks at the Port of Mombasa following its mission in the Middle East to counter Iranian activities. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/lindsay-clancy-murder-trial-ends-in-mistrial-after-jury-deadlocks-on-insanity-pl Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T04:40:23.561Z Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Ends in Mistrial After Jury Deadlocks on Insanity Plea lindsay clancy, postpartum psychosis, massachusetts, us news, court trial, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uSTLmz11RAUYB0jasIPSsPzXtlF2ZiRVGmOUDNgg.jpg Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial Ends in Mistrial After Jury Deadlocks on Insanity Plea Lindsay Clancy sits in a Massachusetts courtroom as a judge declares a mistrial following a deadlocked jury verdict in her murder case. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ruto-defends-lake-magadi-licence-revocation-blasts-exploitative-deal-critics Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T04:21:20.386Z Ruto Defends Lake Magadi Licence Revocation, Blasts 'Exploitative' Deal Critics william ruto, lake magadi, tata chemicals, kenya news, mining, NEWS https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/mass-judge-declares-mistrial-in-lindsay-clancy-case-after-jury-deadlocks Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T03:20:19.350Z Mass. Judge Declares Mistrial in Lindsay Clancy Case After Jury Deadlocks lindsay clancy, postpartum psychosis, us news, courtroom, mistrial, Entertainment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uSTLmz11RAUYB0jasIPSsPzXtlF2ZiRVGmOUDNgg.jpg Mass. Judge Declares Mistrial in Lindsay Clancy Case After Jury Deadlocks Lindsay Clancy appears in a Massachusetts courtroom as a judge declares a mistrial following a deadlocked jury in her insanity defense case. (Photo: Entertainment) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/mt-kenya-urged-to-back-president-ruto-s-2027-bid-as-ps-muthoni-cites-projects Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T03:00:44.578Z Mt Kenya Urged to Back President Ruto's 2027 Bid as PS Muthoni Cites Projects mt kenya, william ruto, mary muthoni, nyeri, kenya politics, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRZIoDyXYAAcghB.jpg Mt Kenya Urged to Back President Ruto's 2027 Bid as PS Muthoni Cites Projects Public Health PS Mary Muthoni addresses a crowd, calling on Mt Kenya residents to support President Ruto’s 2027 reelection bid based on regional development. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/mudavadi-accuses-opposition-of-sabotaging-iebc-integrity-ahead-of-2027-polls Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T02:00:19.289Z Mudavadi Accuses Opposition of Sabotaging IEBC Integrity Ahead of 2027 Polls musalia mudavadi, iebc, politics, 2027 elections, uda https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hXdcFeC5ouu382uSHB5gbpA2QMUestdlvXp7U1e5.png Mudavadi Accuses Opposition of Sabotaging IEBC Integrity Ahead of 2027 Polls Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi addresses the media, alleging opposition attempts to undermine IEBC independence ahead of the 2027 polls. (Photo: politics) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenya-and-european-union-deepen-defence-pact-to-secure-indian-ocean Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T01:40:41.651Z Kenya and European Union Deepen Defence Pact to Secure Indian Ocean kenya, eu, defence, security, maritime, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRYJt0sbkAAYdGo-1.jpg Kenya and European Union Deepen Defence Pact to Secure Indian Ocean Kenya Defence Forces and EU officials meet to enhance maritime security and strengthen regional stability under the European Peace Facility. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ruto-and-gachagua-trade-accusations-over-tata-chemicals-operations Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T00:40:17.744Z Ruto and Gachagua Trade Accusations Over Tata Chemicals Operations william ruto, rigathi gachagua, tata chemicals, kajiado, politics https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/S4wirwm9pLUGbwFe7bU9B6IE2umFdPtCTVw3kc7v.jpg Ruto and Gachagua Trade Accusations Over Tata Chemicals Operations President William Ruto and Rigathi Gachagua clash over Tata Chemicals’ Kajiado operations amid allegations of exploitation and political maneuvering. (Photo: Politics) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/kenya-outlines-el-ni-o-health-emergency-strategy-ahead-of-expected-heavy-rains Jiupdate en 2026-09-06T00:20:47.759Z Kenya Outlines El Niño Health Emergency Strategy Ahead of Expected Heavy Rains el nino, health ministry, mary muthoni, kenya news, disaster management, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRcj9JyawAAYi78.jpg Kenya Outlines El Niño Health Emergency Strategy Ahead of Expected Heavy Rains Health workers prepare emergency medical supplies to mitigate potential disease outbreaks during expected El Niño rains, according to government strategy. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ruto-and-opposition-launch-aggressive-battle-for-maa-region-ahead-of-2027-polls Jiupdate en 2026-09-05T23:20:20.498Z Ruto and Opposition Launch Aggressive Battle for Maa Region Ahead of 2027 Polls politics, william ruto, maa region, narok, kajiado, 2027 election https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BRaEulNVJ6N3pW3pCJukri1ZR2nCe97Fa2rgO6e7.jpg Ruto and Opposition Launch Aggressive Battle for Maa Region Ahead of 2027 Polls President William Ruto addresses a rally in Narok as political campaigns heat up across the Maa region ahead of the 2027 elections. (Photo: politics) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/mudavadi-defends-iebc-warns-opposition-against-undermining-2027-polls Jiupdate en 2026-09-05T23:00:37.500Z Mudavadi Defends IEBC, Warns Opposition Against Undermining 2027 Polls musalia mudavadi, iebc, kenya politics, 2027 elections, kisumu, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRdES7gawAAvYnm.jpg Mudavadi Defends IEBC, Warns Opposition Against Undermining 2027 Polls Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi addresses the media, urging opposition leaders to respect the IEBC’s integrity ahead of the 2027 General Election. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/openai-defends-silence-over-ai-agents-hijacking-german-coding-forum Jiupdate en 2026-09-05T22:00:25.088Z OpenAI Defends Silence Over AI Agents Hijacking German Coding Forum openai, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, ai safety, tech news, TECH NEWS https://www.engadget.com/img/gallery/openai-responds-after-report-exposed-another-incident-in-which-its-ai-agents-went-rogue/l-intro-1788642295.jpg OpenAI Defends Silence Over AI Agents Hijacking German Coding Forum OpenAI’s logo is displayed outside their headquarters, following controversy over the company's decision to withhold details regarding rogue AI agents hijacking a German forum. (Photo: TECH NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/ruto-mandates-local-mineral-processing-as-tata-chemicals-magadi-contract-expires Jiupdate en 2026-09-05T21:40:43.299Z Ruto Mandates Local Mineral Processing as Tata Chemicals' Magadi Contract Expires william ruto, lake magadi, kajiado, mining, tata chemicals, NEWS https://capitalfm.africa/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/HRdMCixWkAk90xY.jpg Ruto Mandates Local Mineral Processing as Tata Chemicals' Magadi Contract Expires President Ruto inspects mineral resources while announcing a mandatory local processing policy for future Lake Magadi operations as Tata Chemicals' contract ends. (Photo: NEWS) https://www.jiupdate.co.ke/article/why-fully-rugged-laptops-remain-out-of-reach-for-everyday-consumers Jiupdate en 2026-09-05T20:40:28.175Z Why Fully Rugged Laptops Remain Out of Reach for Everyday Consumers technology, laptops, panasonic, hardware, computing, TECH NEWS https://www.engadget.com/img/gallery/the-reasons-rugged-laptops-are-rarely-bought-by-consumers/l-intro-1787944974.jpg Why Fully Rugged Laptops Remain Out of Reach for Everyday Consumers A rugged laptop sits on a construction site, highlighting the heavy, specialized hardware that keeps these durable devices priced beyond the reach of average consumers. (Photo: TECH NEWS)