The Kenya Pipeline Company’s (KPC) debut on the stock market has attracted massive interest, with the National Treasury reporting that the offer was oversubscribed by 5.7%. Treasury CS John Mbadi shared the results on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, revealing that investors applied for more than 12.4 billion shares, even though only 11.8 billion were available. This surge in demand pushed the total subscription rate to 105.7%. “Having received full subscription of the offer shares signals a resounding vote of confidence in the government’s privatisation agenda,” Mbadi said. How the Shares Were Distributed The government has divided the shares among different The post Kenya Pipeline IPO Oversubscribed as Investors Snap Up 12.4 Billion Shares appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kenya Railways has issued a warning to passengers against bringing tools or similar equipment on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). The state corporation clarified its stance on social media in response to a traveler asking if they could carry such gear on the train. According to Kenya Railways, tools fall under the list of restricted items as defined by the Madaraka Express Passenger Service Conditions of Carriage. ”Hello, Tools are among the items restricted on the train, as outlined in the Kenya Railways Corporation Madaraka Express Passenger Service Conditions for Carriage,” the corporation stated. Kenya Railways has confirmed that tools The post Kenya Railways Expands List of Items You Can’t Carry on SGR appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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Aspiring candidates within the Jubilee Party have reached out to party leader Uhuru Kenyatta, demanding a clear explanation for the surprise selection of former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i as the 2027 presidential candidate. These members worry that the party leadership sidelined other qualified contenders by skipping standard internal processes. In a letter dated March 3, 2026, the group calling itself the Jubilee Aspirants Forum 2027 warned that the mystery surrounding Matiang’i’s endorsement has sparked frustration and confusion among the party’s rank and file. The forum’s Acting Convenor, Ngunjiri Wambugu, laid out several pointed questions in the letter: “I seek a The post Uhuru Kenyatta Pressured to Explain Matiang’i Jubilee Endorsement appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The High Court has cleared Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya of all criminal charges, declaring that his arrest and prosecution for alleged corruption were unlawful and infringed upon his constitutional rights. Delivering the ruling at the Milimani Law Courts, Justice Bahati Mwamuye criticized investigators for “unconstitutional actions” throughout the arrest and investigation process. The judge determined that the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) broke the law when they blocked Natembeya from seeing his lawyers during his arrest on May 20, 2025. Justice Mwamuye noted that this decision violated his constitutional right to legal counsel and a fair trial. The court The post Governor Natembeya Corruption Case Collapses as High Court Declares Arrest Unlawful appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

A group of Nairobi County Assembly Members (MCAs) has announced a plan to kick Governor Johnson Sakaja out of office. Led by South B MCA Waithera Chege and Baba Dogo MCA Godfrey Majiwa, the lawmakers claim they have gathered more than enough signatures to officially table an impeachment motion. During a press briefing on Tuesday, Waithera Chege explained that the group intended to submit the motion formally but hit a roadblock when the clerk failed to show up. “I want to thank the Nairobi MCAs for approving the proposed cooperation agreement between the Nairobi County Government and the National Government The post Sakaja Impeachment Motion Gains Momentum After Signature Push appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Siaya Senator and ODM party leader Oburu Odinga has warned politicians against turning the helicopter crash that killed Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno and five others into a political tool. While attending a requiem service for the victims at the Africa Gospel Church (AGC) in Karen, Nairobi yesterday, Oburu noted that some leaders might try to suggest foul play without any proof. He called for restraint and urged everyone to show respect for the families currently mourning their loved ones. “Politicians who have very little agenda will always want to read some malice in the death of other politicians,” Oburu The post Johana Ngeno Helicopter Crash: Oburu Odinga Warns Politicians Against Playing Politics With Tragedy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

A fresh attempt to impeach Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has split City Hall down the middle. While the assembly’s majority leadership has rejected the ouster and thrown its weight behind a new Ksh 80 billion cooperation deal with the national government, a group of opposing lawmakers is pressing forward. On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, a group of MCAs led by Deputy Minority Leader Waithera Chege announced they had finalized an impeachment motion featuring 22 separate counts against the governor. However, their plans hit a snag when they could not locate the clerk of the county assembly to officially receive and The post City Hall Split as Azimio MCAs Reject Sakaja Impeachment Push appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Court of Appeal has turned down a request from the Assets Recovery Agency (ARA) to freeze the release of funds belonging to former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko. In a ruling delivered by a three-judge bench, the court explained that it cannot legally suspend a “negative order” – a type of ruling that simply dismisses a case – issued by the High Court. The agency moved to the appellate court to pause a decision made by Justice Nixon Sifuna on October 1, 2025. In that earlier ruling, the High Court dismissed the ARA’s forfeiture lawsuit, ordered the agency to pay The post Mike Sonko Frozen Funds Case Takes Twist After Judges Question ARA’s Legal Strategy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The High Court has stepped in to pause any activity at Muthurwa Market and the Nairobi River’s banks. This decision follows an urgent lawsuit from local traders who are fighting to stop looming evictions and demolitions. The court certified the case an urgent matter and scheduled a full hearing for all parties on March 10, 2026. Until then, the judge explicitly ruled that “the current status quo on the suit land be maintained.” The petitioners brought several concerns to the court’s attention. These include impending deadlines – authorities gave them only 14 days to vacate before the bulldozers arrive; massive The post Nairobi River Evictions Paused in Muthurwa Market Demolition Case appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kenya’s weather experts are advising farmers to prepare for a brief pause in the current rains starting late next week. Edward Muriuki, the acting director of the Kenya Meteorological Department, explained that a shifting tropical weather system called the Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) is moving into a new phase. This shift will temporarily block cloud formation and cut off rainfall across the country. “Rainfall is likely to be enhanced over much of the country during the first half of March. Dry spells are expected to occur during the second half of the month when the Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) is predicted to The post Kenya Long Rains Forecast Signals Brief Dry Spell Before April Downpours appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Herald Reporter SPORTING disciplines like football possess the power to unite diverse peoples, fostering cohesion and a profound sense of belonging for communities, fans and players alike, President Mnangagwa has… The post New dawn for local football . . . Sport possesses power to unite diverse people, President appeared first on herald.

Herald Reporter ZIMBABWE yesterday scooped the Destination of the Year — Natural Wonders Award at the Pacific Area Travel Writers Association Awards held on the sidelines of ITB Berlin 2026… The post Zim scoops Destination of the Year Award appeared first on herald.

Herald Reporter GOVERNMENT has assured the nation that it holds sufficient fuel reserves to meet demand for the next three months, allaying fears of potential shortages due to ongoing conflict… The post ‘We’ve 3 months fuel reserves’ appeared first on herald.

Martin Kadzere Senior Business Reporter THE 2026 Tobacco Marketing Season officially kicked off yesterday, with the first bale fetching a price of US$4.60 per kilogramme. While the atmosphere at the… The post First tobacco bale fetches US$4,60 per kg as selling season begins appeared first on herald.

Blessings Chidakwa Senior Reporter HATCLIFFE suburb woke up to an extraordinary show of care and compassion as Mother Zimbabwe, First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa, brought the Toddlers Warm Bowl Initiative… The post First Lady takes Toddlers Warm Bowl to Hatcliffe . . . shares love with several food hamper distribution appeared first on herald.

Tafadzwa Zimoyo Zimpapers Entertainment Editor IS Ritz Mcleish the SECOND most popular artist in Zimbabwe right now? Is she more popular than Jah Prayzah? These are not questions being asked… The post IS RITZ MORE POPULAR THAN JAH PRAYZAH OR IT’S JUST A ‘FAKE’ RESULT?. . . Social media star picked FOUR times more votes than Jah appeared first on herald.

Ray Bande in MUTARE GOVERNMENT will soon put its performance contract system for top officials into law, with provisions for rewarding performance and sanctioning under-performance, as the country’s central authority… The post Legislation of performance contracts on the cards appeared first on herald.

ARMED robbers targeted a Mukuru employee, as she parked her car in Bulawayo’s CBD yesterday, and marched her into the shop where they stole about US$119,220. The robbers stormed off… The post HOW ARMED ROBBERS CORNERED MUKURU EMPLOYEE, STOLE US$119K appeared first on herald.

Business Reporter THE Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority has announced an increase in diesel and petrol blend prices, attributing this to shifts in the international market. With immediate effect, diesel will… The post Diesel, petrol prices up appeared first on herald.

Arron Nyamayaro A 59-year-old man from Tynwald lost his car to robbers while attending a funeral in Marlborough on Tuesday. Charles Mahuwe parked his dark blue Honda Fit Hybrid, registration… The post MAN LOSES CAR AT MARLBOROUGH FUNERAL appeared first on herald.

Mukudzei Chingwere in MBERENGWA THE Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that all minerals mined are declared, moving away from the previous practice of companies reporting only those minerals… The post Declare all minerals, add value: VP appeared first on herald.

Arron Nyamayaro A KOMBI driver, who was arrested for overloading pupils during a school run, has been sentenced to four months in prison. He can alternatively pay a fine of… The post DRIVER, WHO OVERLOADED PUPILS INTO HIS KOMBI, SENTENCED TO FOUR MONTHS IN PRISON appeared first on herald.

Tadious Manyepo Zimpapers Sports Hub PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has launched the BIGGEST and RICHEST football tournament in the history of the game in this country. He unveiled the US$25million ZIFA Munhumutapa… The post PRESIDENT LAUNCHES US$25M FOOTBALL’S BIG GAME CHANGER appeared first on herald.

Nelson Gahadza Zimpapers Business Hub Zimbabwean platinum production is expected to rebound by 3 percent to about 518 000 ounces in 2026, benefiting from operational stabilisation and incremental efficiency gains… The post Zim platinum production seen rebounding in 2026 appeared first on herald.

THE story of two brothers who spent four years in prison for a crime they did not commit is both heartbreaking and deeply unsettling. It forces us to confront uncomfortable… The post EDITORIAL : SPARE A THOUGHT FOR THE TWO BROTHERS appeared first on herald.

Mutare Bureau ONE of two men, who pretended to be Good Samaritans by accompanying a businessman to his home during the night but later robbed him along the way, has… The post MAN JAILED FOR FIVE YEARS FOR STEALING US$160, CELLPHONE appeared first on herald.

Tadious Manyepo Zimpapers Sports Hub FOR the last 13 months, Zimbabwe’s football has been in transition onto a path to reclaim its position as the country’s flagship sport. And ZIFA’S… The post MASSIVE GAME-CHANGER . . . glamour, glitz as ZIFA Munhumutapa Cup unveiled appeared first on herald.

Nqobile Bhebhe Zimpapers Business Hub Fidelity Gold Refinery has announced the immediate implementation of the new 10 percent export surrender threshold for small-scale gold producers, following a directive from the… The post Fidelity starts paying 10pc ZiG to small-scale gold miners appeared first on herald.

Eddie Chikamhi Zimpapers Sports Hub RARELY does a local knock-out football competition grab global attention. But yesterday, the echoes rang far and wide following the launch of the lucrative Munhumutapa… The post Infantino endorses flagship tournament appeared first on herald.

Tapiwanashe Mangwiro Simbisa Brands’ operating profit jumped 27 percent to US$31,9 million in the half-year to December 31, 2025, driven by solid volume growth, cost containment and store expansion across… The post Simbisa Brands revenue jumps 16pc as interim dividend surges appeared first on herald.

Tinashe Kusema Zimpapers Sports Hub THERE is an argument to be made that Takunda “TJ” Chifokoyo could arguably be the hardest working man in all of Zimbabwe rugby. The Zimbabwe… The post Sables take centre stage as Victoria Cup returns appeared first on herald.

Victor Maphosa Mashonaland East Bureau DEVOLUTION funds are significantly improving access to healthcare in Mutoko by facilitating the construction of local clinics, thereby reducing travel distances for villagers. These initiatives… The post Devolution brings healthcare closer to people in Mutoko appeared first on herald.

Zvikomborero Parafini A MAIZE broking firm has been dragged to court facing charges of allegedly duping Empower Bank of US$160,000. Super C Group and its director, Alvin Nyaradzai Mparutsa, appeared… The post MAIZE BROKING FIRM IN US$160K FRAUD appeared first on herald.

Freeman Razemba Senior Reporter A leading Swedish media development organisation, Fojo Media Institute, is set to collaborate with local institutions to train female journalists in investigative journalism and climate‑change reporting… The post Swedish institute backs Zim in journalist training drive appeared first on herald.

Langton Nyakwenda and Cutworth Masango DESCRIBED by FIFA president Gianni Infantino as a momentous occasion for Zimbabwean football, the ZIFA Munhumutapa Challenge Cup launch attracted football’s aristocracy at the Celebration… The post All hail historic tourney appeared first on herald.