Kenya Daily Monitor

By Njeri Irungu After nearly 20 years of earning a living on the road, 47-year-old Peter Mwaniki is preparing for a different future after emerging as the latest KES 102 million SportPesa Mega Jackpot winner. PHOTO: Peter Mwaniki, the first SportPesa Mega Jackpot winner of 2026, celebrates after winning KES 102 million The father of four secured the grand prize after correctly predicting the outcomes of all 15 football matches in the 15/15 Mega Jackpot draw held last Sunday, becoming the first person this year to claim the top prize. Interestingly, Mwaniki was unaware that he had won until SportPesa contacted him with the news, turning what had been an ordinary Sunday football prediction into an unexpected financial breakthrough. For a man who has spent much of his adult life working as a truck driver to support his family, the KES 102 million windfall presents an opportunity to reconsider his priorities and give his wife and four children greater financial security. Speaki...

By Njeri Irungu Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL) has renewed its support for the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon, committing Sh10 million to the 2026 event as it seeks to promote healthy living and expand opportunities for young people. The company’s sponsorship, channelled through its non-alcoholic brand Heineken 0.0, supports the 21-kilometre race, which attracted 10,500 participants during the marathon held on Sunday. KWAL Commercial Director Alice Mwalimo said the company’s involvement was driven by the need to encourage physical activity while contributing to initiatives that improve community wellbeing. “As a brand, we are committed to supporting individuals in their wellness journey and lifestyle goals, including participating in events like the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon,” she said. The latest contribution brings KWAL’s total sponsorship to Sh25 million since 2024, when it first invested Sh5 million in the event. The company contributed a further Sh10...

By Njeri Irungu Abraham Kiptum and Mercy Rotich clinched the men’s and women’s 42km titles at the 23rd edition of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon, which brought together 30,700 runners in Nairobi on Sunday. The annual race attracted participants from more than 100 nationalities, including over 400 elite athletes, as the event continued to combine competitive running with mass participation and community fundraising. Kiptum and Rotich took the top honours in the full marathon, while Nahason Kipsang and Orba Chemurgor won the men’s and women’s 21km half marathon races, respectively. In the 10km category, Alfred Kimani and Joy Cheptoyek emerged victorious, while Samuel Kuria and Mercyline Ajenjo claimed the men’s and women’s wheelchair race titles. The 2026 edition offered a total of Sh11.24 million in prize money across the various categories. Each winner of the 42km race received Sh2 million, while champions in the half marathon and wheelchair categories earned Sh300...

By John Toris  Kenya has today flagged off exhibits from its micro, small and medium enterprises to Kigali, Rwanda, ahead of the 26th East African Community MSMEs Trade Fair, scheduled for 30th October to 8th November 2026 at the Gikondo Expo Ground in Rwanda. The flag-off, led by Principal Secretary for the State Department for MSME Development, Hon. Susan Mang'eni, took place at the Micro and Small Enterprises Authority's Kariobangi Centre of Excellence in Nairobi.  PHOTO: PS Susan Mang'eni addressing members of the press during the flag Off  at Kariobangi Centre, Nairobi  Held under the theme "Advancing Regional Value Chains in Leather and Horticulture," the fair is expected to bring together more than 1,200 enterprises from the eight EAC Partner States including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, Rwanda, Burundi, DRC and Somalia. Speaking at the event, the PS noted that the EAC market of about 331 million people, with a combined GDP of USD 356 b...

By John Toris  The Association of Consulting Engineers of Kenya (ACEK) has expressed deep shock and sadness over the collapse of a multi-storey building under construction in Eastleigh, Nairobi. Addressing members of the press this afternoon in Nairobi, ACEK President Eng. Gabriel W. Jabong' sent condolences to the affected families, businesses, workers and the Eastleigh community. He said, "Our foremost thoughts are with those who remain unaccounted for." He also welcomed reports that rescue teams had made contact with some of the missing persons and prayed for their safe recovery. PHOTO: President Association of Consulting Engineers of Kenya Eng. Gabriel Jabong'o addressing the press today in Nairobi Jabong' commended the emergency responders, including the Kenya Red Cross, National Police Service, Kenya Defence Forces, Nairobi City County and the National Youth Service, for their tireless work in difficult conditions. He said the priority must be sa...

By John Toris  AA Kenya has yesterday evening honoured individuals and organisations working hard to make Kenyan roads safer. The event, which took place at the Serena Hotel in Nairobi brought together people from government, business, civil society and the transport sector. Speaking at the ceremony, AA Group Managing Director Francis Theuri asked public and private sector players to work together more closely. He said there is a need for continued investment in road safety awareness, responsible road use and practical steps to reduce crashes and protect lives. The awards covered many areas, including corporate road safety, leadership, advocacy, insurance, sustainable mobility, education, media, public transport, traffic enforcement, logistics, community engagement, driver safety and innovation. TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya PLC won the Best Corporate in Road Safety Award, followed by British American Tobacco Kenya PLC, as Finlay's Tea Extracts Kenya took the third posi...