Study finds long-term heart rate rhythms in 70 per cent of people
The factors governing infradian rhythms in humans remain unclear, but may involve a combination of hormonal, environmental and genetic causes.
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Kimani names 41-man provisional squad for Tanzania U23 AFCON qualifiers
The Emerging Stars will play the first leg at Nyayo Stadium on September 28 before heading to Tanzania for the return match on October 6, with the aggregate winner progressing to the second round.
Read briefingSnail shells could help reconstruct prehistoric cyclones - study
Researchers found that the shell did not grow continuously during the snail's life, with periods of rapid growth separated by periods of little or no growth.
Read briefingHigh Court upholds law barring retired presidents from holding political party office
Justice L Mugambi says the restriction protects Kenya’s democracy while allowing former presidents to remain party members and participate in politics.
Read briefingRed Sea crisis escalates as Houthis seize islands and threaten vital oil shipping routes
The Houthi takeover of the Hanish islands deepens the Red Sea crisis, putting further pressure on Saudi oil shipments and raising fresh concerns over global fuel prices and shipping costs.
Read briefingTaita Taveta launches 28-day land drive to resolve decades-old ownership disputes
Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime said securing ownership documents would help settle disputes that have persisted for decades and give affected families formal recognition of their land rights.
Read briefingAfrica’s air travel relies on distant foreign hubs: Why it’s time to fix the continent’s broken connectivity
Aviation disruptions linked to the Gulf crisis have exposed Africa’s costly dependence on foreign hubs and the urgent need for stronger intra-African air connectivity.
Read briefing𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐢𝐧𝐞 - Ruto says 2027 election should mark end of tribal politics
Ruto calls for an end to tribal politics as leaders, residents and businesses across Kenya push for unity, better health services and new opportunities.
Read briefingWage bill crisis deepens as 42 counties spend more than 35 per cent of revenue on salaries
Only five counties stayed within the legal 35 per cent threshold as 42 others spent up to 63 per cent of their revenues on salaries and allowances, squeezing funds available for development.
Read briefingMzima pipeline leak cuts water supply to parts of Mombasa, Kilifi and Taita Taveta counties
A major leak inside Tsavo West National Park has disrupted water supplies across parts of Mombasa, Kilifi and Taita Taveta, with repairs expected to take 36 hours.
Read briefingSchools urged to strengthen student leadership structures to prevent unrest and address grievances
Schools are being urged to empower student councils and strengthen dialogue with learners as concerns grow over protests, strikes and disruptions in Kenyan schools.
Read briefingOrengo and Sifuna set for talks as Linda Mwananchi seeks one candidate to challenge Ruto in 2027
The two leaders will negotiate their presidential ambitions as Linda Mwananchi pushes to unite the opposition behind a single candidate to challenge President William Ruto in 2027.
Read briefingRuto vows to keep Raila Odinga’s legacy alive, pledges to strengthen ODM ahead of 2027
Ruto says Raila’s legacy must live on through a stronger ODM, reaffirming cooperation between the two parties as Kenya heads towards the 2027 General Election.
Read briefingNew report on climate ‘overshoot’: what it means for Africa and how faster action can limit the damage
African governments must strengthen warning systems and protect health, food, water and infrastructure, while wealthy countries and international funders provide the money and technology needed.
Read briefingAnthropic CEO calls for slower AI development over safety risks
He warned that if the trend continues, humans could struggle to understand and control the increasingly powerful systems they create.
Read briefingKenya’s forex reserves hit Sh1.97 trillion, boosting cushion ahead of El Niño rains
The latest reserve position is equivalent to 6.3 months of import cover, well above the CBK’s statutory requirement to endeavour to maintain at least four months of import cover.
Read briefingZambia anthrax outbreak kills 60 wild animals, infects 12 people
The confirmation triggered a wider government response, with a multidisciplinary team deployed to investigate the outbreak and assess how far it has spread. Zambia's Health Ministry is also coordinating the response to the human cases.
Read briefingKCB, Kabras open Christie 7s with wins as title race heats up
Both KCB and Kabras are targeting a podium finish at Christie 7s, with the final standings set to determine the overall National Sevens Circuit champion.
Read briefingGambia clamps down on protests after power cut unrest
In his address, Mukhtar stressed that police understood the frustration behind the demonstrations but warned that grievances over electricity and other issues must be raised peacefully and within the law.
Read briefingHuman Rights Watch warns of rising violence ahead of Kenya’s 2027 elections
The attacks have been reported at civic and political events in Nairobi, Nyandarua, Kisumu and Homa Bay since June. On June 12, about 100 men reportedly stormed a civil society meeting at All Saints’ Cathedral in Nairobi, beating participants and stealing their phones and bags.
Read briefing𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐢𝐧𝐞 - More than 200 Ololama families left homeless after clashes
Although peace has returned to the area, the families remain deeply worried as the El Niño rains approach, with their young children lacking proper spaces to learn.
Read briefingSurveyors warn property owners as El Niño strengthens ahead of October rains
The warning comes as the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) says the El Niño event is continuing to strengthen and is expected to reach very strong intensity before peaking towards the end of the year.
Read briefingEthiopia expands domestic drone production as conflicts persist across regions
The expansion of Ethiopia’s drone capability comes as federal forces continue to confront armed insurgencies in several parts of the country.
Read briefingAnthropic reports fourth AI hacking incident as top researcher quits over safety concerns
According to Anthropic, the incident was discovered during testing and had initially been missed as the company conducted a broader review of previous AI security incidents.
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