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June 3, 2026, 8:13 pm
All of Africa Today - June 3, 2026
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The Tomato Economy - What Kenya's Most Viral Food Price Tells Us About Inflation
- [Capital FM] Nairobi, May -- For millions of Kenyan households, survival is becoming an increasingly delicate balancing act.
Statement On Ebola Response Efforts and Cooperation With Kenya
- [U.S. Embassy Nairobi] Nairobi -- We are aware of the court action filed in Kenya and are actively working with the Kenyan government to resolve any objections and communicate our shared objectives to the Kenyan people. The United States and Kenya share a historic health partnership that over decades has benefitted both Americans and Kenyans. Our joint response to the current Ebola outbreak is a natural extension of our longstanding cooperation.
Kenya-US Disease Agreement 'Began in 2015' - Govt
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale says that the cooperation agreement between Kenya and the United States on threat reduction and biological and infectious diseases programmes was first signed during former US President Barack Obama's State visit to Kenya in 2015.
President Ramaphosa to Host President of Kenya
- [SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday host Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto on a State Visit to South Africa, with the two leaders expected to strengthen bilateral relations, expand trade and investment opportunities, and advance cooperation on regional and continental priorities.
Govt to Keep Power Tariffs Unchanged After Withdrawing KPLC Review Bid
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI,Kenya,June 3-Kenyan households, businesses and manufacturers will continue paying current electricity rates after the government withdrew a retail electricity tariff review application that had been submitted by the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) in March.
Energy Ministry Withdraws Electricity Tariff Review Application
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum has announced the withdrawal of a retail electricity tariff review application that had been submitted by Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) on March 31.
Kenya Economy Steady At 4.6pc, but Debt and Energy Costs Weigh On Outlook - EBRD
- [Capital FM] Kenya's economy is projected to maintain steady but subdued growth in the near term, even as rising energy costs, tight fiscal space and global trade disruptions weigh on broader sub-Saharan Africa's outlook, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).
Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit to Adopt NYPD-Style Tech and Data Policing Model
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has said technology- and data-driven policing will form the backbone of the planned Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit (NMPU), as Kenya accelerates efforts to modernise urban security and law enforcement systems.
Utumishi School Fire Probe - Court Approves 21-Day Detention of 9 Students As Investigations Intensify
- [Capital FM] Naivasha -- The Naivasha Law Courts has allowed police to detain nine Utumishi School students for 21 days to allow police to continue investigations into a dormitory fire that killed 16 learners.
Why Gor Coach Akonnor Is Breathing Sigh of Relief After Winning Premier League Title
- [Capital FM] Having clinched his second career title, Gor Mahia head coach Charles Akonnor has baptised the K'Ogalo fanbase as the 'most demanding' he has worked under.
JOOTRH Activates Ebola Emergency Preparedness Measures Amid Uganda Outbreak Fears
- [Capital FM] Kisumu -- Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) in Kisumu has activated emergency preparedness measures, including isolation units, staff training and enhanced surveillance systems, amid growing concerns over the risk of Ebola spreading into Kenya from neighboring Uganda.
EACC Arrests Nyamira Assembly Clerk Over Office Block Tender Fraud
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) have arrested Nyamira County Assembly Clerk Duke Simeon Onyari over allegations of corruption and the suspected loss of Sh30 million linked to the construction of the County Assembly office block.
Ruto Receives Credentials From Four New Envoys At State House
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has formally received Letters of Credence from four newly appointed diplomats, officially accrediting them to begin their diplomatic missions in Kenya.
MoH Clears Suspected Ebola Case in Kiambu After Laboratory Tests Return Negative
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Ministry of Health (MoH) has declared a suspected Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) case referred for testing from AAR Hospital in Kiambu County resolved after laboratory analysis on samples turned negative.
Resurgent Omanyala to Battle Top Sprinters for Glory At Rome Diamond League
- [Capital FM] Commonwealth Games champion Ferdinand Omanyala will be back in action in the Diamond League at the fourth leg of the prestigious competition in Rome on Thursday evening.
10 Individuals, Firms to Repay Sh51.5mn Obtained in Kilifi County Fraud Scheme
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has secured a major victory in its fight against corruption after ten individuals and companies were convicted and sentenced over their role in a Sh51.5 million fraud and money-laundering scheme involving the County Government of Kilifi.
COFEK Seeks Ouster of Education PS Julius Bitok, Cites Passport Scandal Allegations
- [Capital FM] The Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) has petitioned the Public Service Commission (PSC) to initiate proceedings for the removal of Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok, citing what it terms as breaches of constitutional values, integrity concerns, and failures in public administration.
Murkomen, Sakaja Benchmark With NYPD As Kenya Moves to Establish Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has begun a high-level learning tour of the New York Police Department (NYPD) as Kenya moves forward with plans to establish the Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit (NMPU), a major security reform initiative aimed at strengthening safety and law enforcement in the capital.
Duale to Explain Ebola Preparedness, U.S. Deal Before National Assembly Plenary
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale is slated to brief the National Assembly plenary on Kenya's preparedness to manage the Ebola Bundibugyo virus and to clarify the nature of any arrangement between Nairobi and Washington.
Govt to Release Second Nyota Business Grant Tranche On June 30
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government will disburse the second tranche of the NYOTA business support start-up capital on June 30 in a simultaneous nationwide payout benefiting 122,147 youth across all 1,450 wards, the Ministry of Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development has announced.
Kenyan-Built UrbanTok Promises What Global Platforms Haven't - Real Money for African Creators
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- A Kenyan technology company is betting that the future of Africa's creator economy will not be built in Silicon Valley but right here at home.
Katiba Institute Says Denied Access to Laikipia Ebola Site As Court Flags Non-Compliance Concerns
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The High Court has been informed that officials from Katiba Institute were denied access to a site in Laikipia allegedly identified for an Ebola quarantine, exposure, and treatment facility, raising concerns over compliance with existing court orders.
Uphill Task Awaits Kenyans in Women's 5000m At Rome Diamond League
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, June 3, 2026 - Japan-based runner Margaret Akidor will lead a three-woman Kenyan contingent in the women's 5000m at the fourth leg of the Diamond League in Rome on Thursday evening.
Journalists Eyeing 2027 Seats Must Notify MCK - CEO David Omwoyo
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has asked media practitioners intending to vie for elective positions in the next General Election to formally notify the council.
United Opposition to Back Single Candidate in Ol Kalou By-Election
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The United Alternative Government has resolved to field a single candidate in the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026.
Why Harambee Starlets Boss Odemba Is Unhappy With Tanzanian Giants Simba Queens
- [Capital FM] Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba has laid bare the intense bureaucratic and logistical hurdles stretching her technical bench to the limit as the team finalizes preparations to depart for the Four Nations Tournament in Zambia.
Treadway, Invasion Commit $1.25 Billion to Back African Startups Through New Incubation Platform
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya,June 3- Treadway Investment Bank and Invasion Limited have unveiled a new startup incubation platform targeting African entrepreneurs, backed by a $1.25 billion (Sh161 billion) funding commitment over the next five years as the partners seek to address persistent financing gaps facing early-stage businesses across the continent.
Hoving Shines At Great Rift Valley Lodge As Battle for Somabay Amateur Golf World Cup Tickets Hots Up
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, June 3, 2026 - The Great Rift Valley Madaraka Edition successfully concluded with an impressive display of competitive golf, producing a new crop of qualifiers who will continue their journey towards the National Grand Finale of the Road to Somabay World Cup - Egypt 2026.
Kenya Considers Mandatory 21-Day Quarantine for High-Risk Travelers
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Ministry of Health says all incoming travellers may soon be required to present certified exit surveillance reports from their countries of origin, alongside detailed screening documentation shared with airlines and transport operators.
