All of Africa Today - May 14, 2026
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Explainer - What the 2026 PBO Regulations Mean for NGOs and Civil Society in Kenya
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya's nonprofit and civil society sector is entering a new legal era following the rollout of the Public Benefit Organizations (PBO) Regulations, 2026, which operationalize the Public Benefit Organizations Act, 2013.
Ignore Fake Graphic Attributing Inflammatory Remarks to Kenyan President William Ruto Ahead of 2027 General Elections
[Africa Check] Ignore fake graphic attributing inflammatory remarks to Kenyan president William Ruto ahead of 2027 general elections
Safaricom Ordered to Pay Sh11mn Over Massive Subscriber Data Breach
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Safaricom PLC has been dealt a major legal blow after the High Court ordered the telecommunications company to compensate 11 subscribers for violating their constitutional rights in a landmark data privacy case linked to one of Kenya's biggest alleged customer information bre
Fuel Price Review Expected As Kenyans Brace for Another EPRA Announcement
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenyans are anxiously awaiting the latest fuel price review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), expected Thursday evening, amid continued volatility in global oil markets triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Voting Underway in Emurua Dikirr, Porro and Endo By-Elections Amid Ruto-Gachagua Rivalry
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Voting is underway in three electoral areas across the country in a politically significant contest that is once again shaping up as an early supremacy battle between President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Ruto Support Weakening but Fragmented Opposition Could Hand Him 2027 Lifeline - Poll
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto's political dominance appears to be weakening ahead of the 2027 General Election, but a deeply fragmented opposition could still hand him a second term, according to a new national survey by TIFA Research.
PWC Warns Finance Bill 2026 Could Make Digital Payments Costlier
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Tax advisory firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has warned that proposed tax measures in the Finance Bill 2026 could increase the cost of digital payments and tighten the tax burden on cross-border technology services as the government moves to widen its revenue base.
President Ruto Tops 2026 Presidential Preference At 24%
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A new TIFA Research 2026 opinion poll has placed President William Ruto in the lead in the race for preferred presidential aspirant, even as a tightly contested field emerges among several leading political figures.
The City That Wakes Up Running
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The parking lot at Nairobi's KOFISI Square fills up well before 7:30 on a Saturday morning. Gone are the hangover sunglasses and bleary faces suggesting a big Friday night out. The people stretching against the curb, adjusting their running watches, or just standing and chatt
Kindiki Leads Preferred Ruto Running Mate Race With 59pc Ahead of Wanga's 12pc - Tifa Poll
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is the overwhelming favourite to be President William Ruto's running mate in the 2027 General Election, according to the latest TIFA Research poll released in May 2026.
Senate Defends Gachagua Impeachment Process As Constitutional in Court Battle
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Senate has defended its handling of the impeachment proceedings against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, telling the court that it acted fully within the Constitution and followed all applicable parliamentary procedures.
New Rules Open Kenya Power Grid to Private Electricity Traders
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government has introduced new regulations allowing private electricity generators, large consumers and retailers to trade power through a liberalized market system that opens the national grid to non-discriminatory access.
Stakeholders Oppose Plan to Transform KNBS Into Authority
[Capital FM] Nakuru -- A section of stakeholders participating in public hearings on the proposed Statistics Bill 2026 in Nakuru have raised concerns over key proposals in the draft law, warning that some amendments could expose the country's statistical system to political interference and possible
Dr. Gikonyo Defends Medical Records in Court Amid Scrutiny Over Gachagua Documentation
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Cardiologist Dr. Daniel Kibuka Gikonyo has defended the integrity of his medical records presented in court, telling the judge that the discrepancies raised by lawyers do not amount to inconsistencies but instead reflect separate treatment timelines.
Three Arrested in Sh5.2mn Fraud Targeting Public Trustee Estates Account
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Detectives have arrested three suspects linked to a sophisticated fraud syndicate that siphoned Sh5,226,735 from the Public Trustee Administration Estates Account under the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice.
MPs Raise Alarm Over Zero Budget for Tourism Agencies
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Members of Parliament have raised concerns over the exclusion of key tourism agencies from the proposed 2026/27 budget, warning that the move could derail Kenya's tourism growth agenda.
Lake Victoria Basin Commission Prepares for Inaugural Lake Victoria Day Celebrations in Mwanza
[Capital FM] Kisumu -- The Lake Victoria Basin Commission (LVBC) has announced that preparations are complete for the inaugural Lake Victoria Day celebrations scheduled for May 18-21 in Mwanza, Tanzania, marking a major regional milestone in efforts to protect East Africa's largest freshwater lake.
Gachagua Was Given Fair Hearing During Impeachment, Court Told
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Lawyers representing the National Assembly of Kenya have defended the impeachment proceedings against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, telling the court that the process was conducted lawfully and in full compliance with constitutional requirements.
Tanzania Accused of Ignoring EAC Court Order On Match Imports
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Tanzanian authorities have been accused of defying an order issued by the East African Court of Justice suspending a controversial excise duty on Kenyan-made safety matches.
President Ruto Strengthens Science and Research Sector By Granting Kaist and Kemri University Status
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has officially awarded university charters to the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), elevating the two institutions to full university status in a move aimed at strengthening Keny
KNH Murder Suspect Kalombotole Could Be Sent to South Africa for Mental Assessment
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- A court has ordered a fresh psychiatric evaluation for murder suspect Kennedy Kalombotole following conflicting medical reports on his mental fitness, with the judge indicating that he could be referred to South Africa for further assessment if local specialists fail to reach
Co-Op Bank Q1 Net Profit Up 21.3pc to Sh8.41bn
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Co-operative Bank of Kenya has posted a 21.3 percent jump in net profit to Sh8.41 billion for the first quarter ended March 2026, driven by higher interest income and growth in customer deposits and lending.
SADC Participates in the Inaugural Africa Forward Summit 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya
[SADC] The Executive Secretary of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), His Excellency Mr. Elias M. Magosi, participated in the inaugural Africa Forward Summit 2026 held from 11 to 12 May 2026 in Nairobi, Republic of Kenya, under the theme "Africa-France Partnership for Innovation and G