Citizen Reporter

February 24, 2026 04:42 (EAT) • 9 hours ago

17 suspects arrested in security crackdown at the Coast

The raids come amid growing concern over increased criminal activities and gang-related incidents.

February 24, 2026 04:40 (EAT) • 9 hours ago

Pressure, stress driving some students towards drug abuse

NACADA’s findings also showed that 26.6% of students reported current substance use, suggesting the problem is not just experimental but ongoing for many learners.

February 24, 2026 02:21 (EAT) • 11 hours ago

CS Kagwe calls for embracing of private investors to boost economy

Kagwe stressed that Kenya must position itself as a country that welcomes and protects enterprises to foster economic stability.

February 24, 2026 11:10 (EAT) • 14 hours ago

Uganda: Prison guard on the run after killing his two bosses at Kiboga Prison

In a press release dated February 23, 2026, the Prisons Service said the incident occurred at about 10:00am when No. 13544 Warder Anguyo Moses opened fire on his supervisors, killing them.

February 24, 2026 10:42 (EAT) • 15 hours ago

DCI: Five to face murder, attempted murder charges in C&M Lounge shooting

In a press statement dated February 24, 2026, the DCI said the shooting occurred in the early hours of Sunday, January 25, 2026, prompting detectives to launch investigations and secure the scene for processing.

February 24, 2026 08:00 (EAT) • 18 hours ago

MRE breaks ground on Ksh.400M Manyanja Mall to tap Eastlands retail demand

In a statement dated February 24, 2026, the company said the investment — covering land acquisition and construction — is aimed at positioning Manyanja Mall as an integrated retail hub in one of Nairobi’s fastest-growing urban corridors.

February 24, 2026 07:54 (EAT) • 18 hours ago

AMG Foundation launches new library in Mukuru kwa Njenga

Now spanning five locations, Murang’a (Kangunduini and Githumu), Nanyuki, Kibera, and Mukuru, these libraries exist for one reason: to give every child, especially in underserved communities, access to knowledge, opportunity, and a fair chance at a brighter future....

February 24, 2026 06:35 (EAT) • 19 hours ago

Forbes names Tala among world’s 50 hottest fintechs in 2026 ranking

The recognition comes as the digital lender continues its international expansion, even as artificial intelligence start-ups dominate investor attention and funding.In 2025, Tala expanded operations across Latin America and India, with plans to enter the Dominican Republic and Vietnam...

February 24, 2026 03:32 (EAT) • 22 hours ago

Kenya banks on bioeconomy to boost agriculture, cut imports, create youth jobs

NACOSTI scientist Rael Adhiambo noted that bioeconomy focuses on the sustainable use of biological resources to spur economic growth.She noted that Kenya’s economy is heavily anchored on agriculture, forestry, and tourism sectors that can be strengthened through science, technology, and innovation l...

February 24, 2026 02:45 (EAT) • 23 hours ago

Kenyan-made training tool boosts keyhole surgery skills for women's health

Specialist surgical expertise remains unevenly distributed, with advanced procedures largely concentrated in major urban centres. In many facilities, open surgery is still common, contributing to longer hospital stays, higher infection risk and increased costs for patients....