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Spain have been crowned the 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after defeating defending champions Argentina in an intense final that went into extra time. La Roja secured a 1-0 victory thanks to an extra-time goal from Ferran Torres, ending a 16-year wait for their second World Cup title. Torres found …

The Senate Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations has supported the proposal to elevate Thika Municipality into a smart industrial city, saying the town has satisfied the requirements set out under the Urban Areas and Cities Act. After reviewing submissions from the Kiambu County Government, the committee determined that …

Motorists and transport operators will be unable to access NTSA’s online services over the weekend as the authority carries out scheduled system maintenance aimed at improving its digital platforms. The temporary shutdown means users will not be able to access key services such as logbook transfers, driving licence applications, vehicle …

Every year, thousands of students seek to change their university or college courses after being placed by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS). Although the transfer process is conducted online and is relatively simple, many applications are unsuccessful because applicants fail to follow the required procedures. Whether …

Gospel singer Kambua has revealed that she was not interested in starting a new relationship when she first met her husband, Jackson, because she was still recovering from a previous heartbreak. Speaking to Reverend Kathy Kauna on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Kambua said she had just come out of a …

The government has temporarily suspended public access to the official Presidential website after detecting a cybersecurity incident, with investigations and recovery efforts currently underway. In a statement released on Saturday, July 18, 2026, Information, Communications and the Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo said authorities acted swiftly after identifying the …

UDA National Organising Secretary Vincent Musyoka Kawaya has rejected claims that the outcome of the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election reflects the likely direction of the 2027 General Election. Kawaya argued that a single by-election cannot be used to determine the country’s broader political trends, saying the presidential contest will be …

Students who receive placement to a university or technical institution that does not match their expectations can apply for a transfer through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) inter-institutional transfer portal. The transfer window for the 2026 placement cycle is currently open, allowing students to seek admission …

The Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) has served a seven-day strike notice, raising the possibility of major disruptions to air travel and airport operations if its demands are not addressed. The union warned that aviation workers across the country could down their tools after accusing employers of repeatedly breaching the …

The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches its climax on Sunday, July 19, as Spain face defending champions Argentina in the final at New York New Jersey Stadium. The encounter brings together the current European and South American champions in what promises to be one of the tournament’s biggest matches. Match …