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[Capital FM] Kisii — The first day of grade ten admissions for students transitioning to senior secondary schools saw low turnout in many schools across Kisii and Nyamira counties, a departure from previous years when schools would be crowded with parents and learners.

[Capital FM] Kilifi — The Orange Democratic Movement has approved the initiation of coalition negotiations with the United Democratic Alliance as part of early preparations for the 2027 General Election.

[Capital FM] Nairobi — Police have arrested 15 suspects following chaos that erupted during a church service attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in Gatundu, Kiambu County.

[Capital FM] Five NBA players with ties to Africa are in the lead to feature at the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles from February 13-16, 2026.

[Capital FM] Nairobi — Ali Abdullahi Surraw has been sworn in as the new Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) Secretary and Chief Executive Officer.

[Capital FM] Nairobi — National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) Chief Executive Officer Roy Sasaka Telewa has appeared before the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to record a statement over allegations of possession of unexplained wealth valued at approximately Sh1 billion.

[Capital FM] Nairobi — The National Treasury has formally moved to divest a 15 percent equity stake in Safaricom PLC to the Vodacom Group, a transaction valued at approximately Sh244.5 billion ($1.6 billion).

[Capital FM] Nairobi — Residents living around the Ruai Sewer Plant are calling on the government to take urgent action to curb methane gas emissions from the facility, citing serious health and environmental concerns.

[Capital FM] Nairobi — Over 20 Congolese doctors working in Kenya have filed an application at the High Court seeking to compel the government to renew their practising licences and work permits, arguing that the recent suspension is unlawful, discriminatory, and jeopardises patient care.

[Capital FM] Nairobi — When IShowSpeed’s helicopter swept across Nairobi and Talanta Stadium came into view, his reaction was instant: pure awe.