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April 20, 2026, 7:19 am
Ruto Explains Why Fuel Costs More in Kenya
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has defended fuel prices in Kenya, attributing them to the country's economic status and infrastructure demands.
'Everything Is On the Table' - Oburu On Pre-2027 Coalition Talks With UDA
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- ODM leader Oburu Oginga has declared that "everything is on the table" in ongoing negotiations with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), even as fresh cracks emerge within the fragile broad-based government arrangement ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Oburu Oginga Warns Against 'Reckless Tax Removal' Amid Fuel Price Pressure
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- ODM leader Oburu Oginga has cautioned against the "reckless removal of taxes" as pressure mounts on the government to further cut pump prices, despite recent interventions that have offered only partial relief to consumers.
'He Is Not the Pope' - Oburu Escalates Clash With Sifuna, Says Raila Was 'Fed Up' With Him
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- ODM Leader Oburu Oginga has escalated the party's internal standoff with Edwin Sifuna, declaring the embattled Secretary General "is not the Pope" and insisting party discipline must prevail amid a contest over his removal from office.
NACADA Seizes Sh4.1mn Ethanol Haul in Runda Crackdown
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has seized a large consignment of illicit ethanol valued at over Sh4.1 million in a targeted operation in Runda Estate, Westlands Sub-County.
Gachagua Claims Kindiki's Emissary Sought Leniency Amid Rising Political Tensions
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his criticism of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, rejecting calls to tone down his attacks.
Ruto Heads to Italy for a 3-Day State Visit
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto will embark on a 3-day State visit to Italy to hold bilateral talks with President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Three Gang Rape, Robbery With Violence Suspects Arrested in Butere
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Police have arrested three suspects linked to a chilling incident of robbery with violence and gang rape in Butere.
KRA Scraps Nil Returns, Introduces 'Pin With No Obligation' to Ease Compliance Burden
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has scrapped mandatory Nil Returns and introduced a new "PIN with No Obligation" (PWO) category, marking a significant shift in Kenya's tax compliance framework.
Government Moves to Strengthen Teachers' Healthcare Under SHA
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving healthcare access for teachers, with a renewed focus on strengthening benefits, enhancing accountability, and boosting service delivery across health facilities.
President Ruto Signs Tax Relief Law Reducing Fuel VAT By Half for Three Months
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has signed the VAT (Amendment) Act 2026 into law, temporarily reducing Value Added Tax on fuel from 16 percent to 8 percent for a period of 90 days in a move aimed at easing pressure on consumers and stabilising fuel prices.
All of Africa Today - April 16, 2026
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Chinese Ant Smuggler Sentenced to a Year in Jail by Kenyan Court
- [allAfrica] A Chinese national, Zhang Kequn, has been sentenced to a year in prison for attempting to smuggle thousands of live queen garden ants out of Kenya.
President Ruto - Govt to Do Everything Possible to Cushion Kenyans From Oil Price Surge
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has announced a raft of emergency measures aimed at shielding Kenyans from rising living costs triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, including a temporary reduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) on fuel.
Two Arrested As Police Recover Stolen Gun in Rongai
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Detectives in Kajiado North have arrested two suspects and recovered a firearm that had earlier been stolen from a police officer.
KNCCI Warns of Economic Strain As High Fuel Costs Hit Transport Sector
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) has warned that persistently high fuel prices are straining the transport sector and could spill over into broader economic instability if urgent support measures are not introduced.
IMF Cuts Kenya's 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.5pc From 4.9pc
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded Kenya's economic growth forecast for 2026 to 4.5 percent from an earlier projection of 4.9 percent, citing rising inflation and global uncertainties.
University Education Watchdog Summons Former CS Mukhisa Kituyi Over Claims On Mmust Graduation Records
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Cabinet Secretary Mukhisa Kituyi has been summoned by the Commission for University Education (CUE) to appear before it over allegations he made against Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.
Parliament Begins Scrutiny of Bill Aimed At Lowering Fuel Costs
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- A Bill seeking to amend the Value Added Tax has been formally introduced in the National Assembly through a legislation process known as First Reading.
Why World Athletics Rejected Bid By Kenyan Athletes to Change Nationality to Turkey
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI -- World Athletics have rejected an appeal by five Kenyan athletes, including former world record holder Brigid Kosgei, to change their nationality to Turkey.
University Student Charged Over Alleged Whatsapp Hacking of Journalist
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- A university student was on Friday charged with hacking into the WhatsApp account of a journalist, in a case highlighting the growing threat of cybercrime.
Nairobi to Host Medexpo 2026 As Healthcare Demand Rises
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi will host the 26th edition of MEDEXPO Kenya 2026 from April 22 to 24 at the Sarit Expo Centre, amid rising demand for medical equipment and specialised healthcare services in East Africa.
Unesco Completes Flood Resilience Project in Tana River Basin
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- UNESCO has completed a one-year project aimed at strengthening flood resilience in Kenya's Tana River Basin, a region frequently hit by devastating floods.
Oburu Says No Formal Engagement With Uda Yet, Backs Zoning Plan
- [Capital FM] Kisumu -- ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has clarified that political engagements with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has not yet begun, dismissing reports suggesting that any negotiations had been halted.
Tough Start for Shujaa At Sevens Championships After Loss to Australia
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI -- The national men's rugby 7s team narrowly lost 14-5 to Australia in their first game at the World Sevens Championships in Hong Kong on Friday afternoon.
Nairobi Police Declare Tuesday's Fuel Protests Illegal Over Lack of Notice
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud has warned that planned protests over rising fuel prices scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, will not be permitted, citing failure by organisers to notify authorities as required by law.
Munala Reveals Reason for KCB's Perfect Run At Africa Volleyball Club Champs
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, April 17, 2026 - KCB Ladies Volleyball team coach Japheth Munala says his players are reaping the rewards of consistency and teamwork after a perfect start at the Africa Club Championships in Cairo, Egypt.
State Set to Commission Mama Rachel Hospital As Works Near Completion
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The construction of the Mama Rachel Specialist Hospital in Mutuini, Nairobi County, is now in its final stretch, with the facility 91 per cent complete and expected to be ready for commissioning by the end of April, according to the government.
Ex-Harambee Stars Midfielder Finds New Home After Departing Murang'a Seal
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI -- Immediate former Murang'a Seal head coach Osborne Monday has been named as an assistant coach at Shabana.
Aga Khan University Hospital Opens Gigiri Specialty and Executive Clinic to Expand Access to Care
- [Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi has launched a new Specialty and Executive Clinic in Gigiri, marking a continued expansion of its outpatient network aimed at improving access to specialised healthcare services.
