Kenya Daily Monitor

According to a report published by Africa Intelligence, Saudi Arabia provided financial support to facilitate the defection of two leaders from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to the Sudanese army. This support is part of an effort to reshape the military and political balance in Sudan and reduce the influence of the Islamist movement within the military establishment. PHOTO:  Caption: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received Al-Burhan at Al-Safa Palace in Mecca The report, citing sources, stated that the support included Major General Al-Nur Ahmed Adam, known as "Al-Nur Al-Qubba," and Ali Rizqallah, known as "Al-Safna." It explained that Al-Safna's joining the army in May was part of an arrangement that included financial support ranging from $800,000 to $2.5 million, while Al-Nur Al-Qubba received approximately $2.5 million in exchange for his defection, along with a number of his men and equipment. According to the report, Riyadh is employing a co...

A document circulating widely on social media, purporting to be a formal "Notice of Intended Peaceful Assembly, Demonstration and Procession" targeting Cabinet Secretary for Tourism Rebecca Miano, has been flagged as fake by informed sources. The notice, dated July 1, 2026, claimed to have been issued by a group of concerned citizens and addressed to the Nairobi Regional Police Commander, detailing plans for a demonstration in Nairobi on July 3, 2026. According to the document, the demonstrators intended to assemble at the National Archives at 9:00 a.m. and march to the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife offices to present a petition. The stated purpose was to express public dissatisfaction over what the organizers described as the CS's excessive involvement in partisan political activities at the expense of her constitutional and statutory responsibilities within the tourism sector. However, the document has been flagged as fake following the discovery of multi...

By Njeri Irungu Kenya has been selected as a pilot country to assess stakeholder needs across the menstrual products value chain, marking a significant step in the development of the world's first International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards for menstrual products. The initiative, being spearheaded through the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), seeks to establish globally recognized quality benchmarks for menstrual products, reinforcing the principle that access to safe and quality sanitary pads is a matter of health, safety, and dignity rather than a luxury. As part of the process, an implementing team comprising representatives from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the Swedish Institute for Standards (SIS), the International Trade Centre (ITC), and KEBS conducted a technical tour of the KEBS Textile, Microbiology, Organic, and Inorganic laboratories. The visit was aimed at assessing the laboratories' readiness to implement...

By Steve El Sabai  NAIROBI, Kenya June 19, 2026   Solaire Africa has officially launched its Nairobi headquarters, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion strategy and reinforcing Kenya's position as a leading destination for renewable energy investment in Africa. The opening of the regional office signals the company's long-term commitment to Kenya and the wider East African market as demand for reliable, affordable and sustainable energy solutions continues to grow. With more than 20 years of experience in power systems manufacturing and renewable energy solutions, Solaire Africa has already established a strong footprint in Kenya, having delivered approximately 3.5 megawatts (MW) of solar installations across residential, commercial and industrial sectors. Speaking during the launch, Solaire Africa Chairman Mohammed Ali Chenagadan said Kenya remains a strategic market for the company's African operations due to its progressive renewable...

By Moses Wachira Kenya continues to lose a significant share of its food production before it reaches consumers, worsening food insecurity, reducing farmer incomes, and increasing environmental waste. Yet emerging innovations in waste management, food recovery, behavioral science, and sustainable agriculture are offering practical solutions that could transform food loss into economic opportunity. Recent educational and community-driven initiatives are championing the concept of "turning waste into value", encouraging schools, farmers, traders, and households to rethink how food waste is managed and utilized. The Hidden Cost of Food Loss in Kenya Food loss and waste remain among the most pressing challenges facing Kenya's agricultural sector. Studies by agricultural and food security organizations estimate that between 30 and 40 percent of food produced in Kenya is lost before reaching consumers. These losses occur at multiple stages of the food value chain, i...

By Njeri Irungu. Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has launched a fierce attack on the government's proposed 2026/27 Budget Estimates and Finance Bill 2026, describing the two as a "twin evil" designed to sustain extravagance in government while pushing ordinary Kenyans deeper into economic hardship. Speaking during a press conference in Nairobi on Friday, the former Deputy President accused the administration of prioritizing luxury and bureaucratic expenditure at the expense of critical sectors such as education, healthcare and agriculture. At the center of his criticism was the allocation of Ksh. 17 billion to State House and the Presidency, which he termed excessive and unjustifiable at a time when many Kenyans are struggling with the rising cost of living. "This is funding opulence and corruption," Gachagua said. "What does State House need Ksh. 17 billion for? Are there schools and hospitals in State House?...