Kenya and Italy have officially launched a comprehensive Action Plan for 2026–2029, deepening their ties through the framework of the Mattei Plan for Africa. President William Ruto and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni finalized the agreement during high-level bilateral talks during the president’s official visit to Rome. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Italy’s flagship initiative, which Meloni introduced in early 2024 to build fair, collaborative relationships across the continent while tackling migration, energy security, and regional development. State House confirmed that this roadmap will steer joint efforts between the two nations over the next three years. To ensure The post Ruto Signs Deal Positioning Kenya as Italy’s Gateway to Africa appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The High Court of Kenya in Nairobi heard on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, that a crucial piece of evidence in the Starlet Wahu murder case may be irretrievably lost after the main suspect’s mobile phone was formatted, wiping all stored data. Testifying before Justice Alexander Muteti, Inspector Alex Chokera revealed that investigators had planned to extract key digital evidence from John Matara’s phone. The data, including text messages, images, videos, and WhatsApp conversations, was expected to shed light on communication between the suspect and the victim in the weeks leading up to her death. Instead, forensic examiners found the device empty. The phone, marked as Exhibit B in The post Formatted Phone Leaves Investigators Empty-Handed in Starlet Wahu Murder Case appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

President William Ruto has pitched Kenya as a premier investment destination for Italian capital, positioning the country as one of Africa’s most promising economic hotspots. Speaking at the Italy–Kenya Business Forum in Rome on Monday, April 20, 2026, the president assured investors that Kenya offers a fertile market for profitable growth, supported by robust, business-friendly frameworks. The president highlighted Kenya’s strong economic standing, noting its position as Africa’s 6th largest economy. He pointed to the country’s macroeconomic stability, specifically citing an inflation rate that has settled at approximately 4% – reaching a six-month low of 4.4% earlier in 2026. This The post Why Ruto Says Kenya Is the Best Bet for Italian Investors Right Now appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has officially ruled out an extension for the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise, which is set to conclude on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. During an assessment tour in Meru County on Tuesday, April 21, IEBC Commissioner Hassan Noor Hassan emphasized that with only seven days remaining, citizens must act quickly. He revealed that Meru had only achieved 50% of its target, with approximately 40,000 out of a projected 80,000 new voters registered by Monday evening. “We are not giving extra time… seven days are there. Kenyans have an opportunity within these seven The post IEBC Refuses to Extend Voter Registration Deadline 2026 appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

President William Ruto has told Kenyans living abroad to approach social media news with caution when tracking developments back home. During his official visit to Italy, the President warned that a significant portion of online content remains misleading or entirely fabricated. He noted that the surge of misinformation and disinformation on digital platforms often distorts the actual situation on the ground in Kenya. “You read a lot of stories on social media, most of which is fake, misinformation; three quarters of it is disinformation,” Ruto said. “It is good to get a correct picture of where we are as a The post President Ruto to Kenyans Abroad: Don’t Trust Everything Online appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kenya’s fiscal gap is expected to widen as the ripple effects of the Middle East conflict drive up energy and food prices, placing significant strain on public finances and increasing the nation’s borrowing requirements. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warns that higher import costs and rising inflation risks are beginning to stifle economic growth and dampen revenue collection, leading to a more challenging economic outlook for the country. Consequently, the IMF adjusted its projections, now expecting the budget deficit to hit 6.4% of GDP in 2026 – a notable increase from the 5.6% forecasted in late 2025. The multilateral lender The post IMF Warns Kenya’s Budget Deficit Set to Surge as Fuel and Food Prices Rise appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Kenya Police Service (KPS) has clarified the operational mechanics of cash bail, framing it as a procedural necessity within the justice system rather than a punitive measure. In an update shared on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the service explained that cash bail acts as a refundable security deposit. This payment guarantees that an accused person will meet their legal obligations, such as reporting to a police station or attending court proceedings on scheduled dates. By fulfilling these conditions and attending every required appearance, the individual remains eligible for a full refund of the amount paid. The KPS noted that The post Kenya Police Explain Cash Bail Rules Every Kenyan Should Know appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The government plans to launch a new recruitment framework anchored on meritocracy to ensure qualified young people secure positions based on their skills and credentials. Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku announced the shift in Yatta, Machakos County, during a relief food distribution exercise. He explained that the state will deploy advanced technology throughout the public service and government institutions to eliminate nepotism and corruption. The Cabinet Secretary noted that for years, political connections and influence often dictated job placements, frequently sidelining more experienced or qualified candidates. “This will be a thing of the The post No More Connections? Govt Moves to End Nepotism and Bribery in Public Service Jobs appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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Zvamaida Murwira and Nyore Madzianike ZIMBABWE and Botswana must leverage their respective natural resources endowments and opportunities to help lift their people out of poverty into prosperity, President Mnangagwa has… The post Leverage natural resources to uplift citizens: President…Zim-Botswana to scale up relations appeared first on herald.

Nigeria international Umar Sadiq ended his goal drought, as his strike helped Valencia hold Mallorca to a 1-1 draw in Tuesday’s La Liga tie. Prior to the trip to Mallorca, Sadiq had failed to score in his last seven matches for Valencia. The 29-year-old now has two goals, two assists in 14 games for Valencia [...] The post La Liga: Sadiq Ends Goal Drought As Valencia Hold Mallorca To Away Draw appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chelsea fans turned on manager Liam Rosenior as the club’s slim hopes of Champions League qualification suffered another setback, following a 3-0 thrashing away to fellow European hopefuls Brighton, RTE reports. Albion piled pressure on Blues boss Rosenior by leapfrogging their opponents into sixth place in the Premier League table, thanks to goals from Ferdi [...] The post Chelsea’s UCL Qualification Hopes Suffer Another Setback After 3-0 Loss At Brighton appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles striker Sadiq Umar netted the crucial equalizer for Valencia in their hard-fought 1-1 draw against Mallorca on Tuesday, Soccernet.ng reports. ​Coach Carlos Corberán named Sadiq in his starting XI for the Week 33 La Liga fixture. With both teams sitting just a few points above the relegation zone heading into the match, avoiding […]

Former Chelsea winger Pat Nevin has warned that Tottenham Hotspur faced a genuine threat of relegation from the Premier League. Recall that Tottenham are without a top-flight victory in 2026 and have managed only two since the 26th of October, as all signs point to them dropping to the Championship. In a chat with Mega [...] The post Ex-Chelsea Winger: Tottenham Favourite To Go Down appeared first on Complete Sports.

National Sports Commission, DG Bukola Olopade has expressed relief following the decision by World Athletics to reject Favour Ofili’s bid to switch allegiance to Turkey. Olopade reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to the 23-year-old sprinter. The Commission’s chief urged Ofili abandon the nationality switch and assured her of full institutional support going forward. “I am grateful that [...] The post We Are Happy She Got Rejected! Olopade Urges Ofili to Rethink Dumping Nigeria appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Pep Guardiola has eased Manchester City’s fears that Rodri could be ruled out for the remainder of the Premier League season, but the Spain midfielder is set to miss Wednesday’s trip to Burnley. The 2024 Ballon d’Or winner was instrumental to City’s critical 2-1 win over title rivals Arsenal on Sunday before being forced off [...] The post Man City Key Player Ruled Out Of Burnley Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Victor Osimhen is working against time to be fully fit for the highly anticipated Istanbul derby in the Turkish Süper Lig on Sunday. According to Turkish sports journalist Kaya Temel, Osimhen is expected to undergo intensified training sessions in the coming days, with his availability for the starting lineup still uncertain. “Osimhen will do extra [...] The post Victor Osimhen Pushing to Be Ready for Fenerbahçe Clash appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

England internationals, Rachel Daly and Millie Bright have opened up on their unforgettable clash with the Nigeria women’s national football team, Super Falcons at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The encounter, which saw England pushed to the limit before advancing via penalties, has now been labelled by the players as the “hardest game” and [...] The post “HARDEST GAME EVER!” – England Stars Relive Tug-of-War Clash Against Super Falcons at 2023 World Cup appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

British boxer Lawrence Okolie has expressed confidence that his name will be cleared after it was alleged that he failed an anti-doping test ahead of his scheduled fight against Tony Yoka this weekend. Tuesday’s press conference scheduled to take place in Paris to promote the bout was cancelled at the last minute following the result [...] The post I’m Confident Any Investigation Will Clear My Name –Okolie Speaks On Alleged Failed Drugs Test appeared first on Complete Sports.

Kano Pillars have been fined N15m by the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, for misconduct, Completesports.com. The Sai Masu Gida were charged by the NPFL for falling to provide adequate, and effective security in their matchday 35 encounter against Rivers United. Kano Pillars further breached league rules following the encroachment of their supporters into the [...] The post NPFL Fines Kano Pillars N15m For Misconduct appeared first on Complete Sports.

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The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has openly shared his relief following the decision by World Athletics to reject proposed switch of allegiance to Turkey from Nigeria star sprinter, Favour Ofili Speaking after the ruling, Olopade described the development as a positive outcome for Nigerian athletics, reiterating that the country remains [...] The post “COME BACK HOME!” – NSC Olopade Begs Favour Ofili After Turkey Switch Fail appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

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Bayelsa United will not be relegated to the second-tier league, the Nigeria National League (NNL), Tarilaye Nwankwe, Chairman of the club’s Management Committee, has exclusively told Completesports.com. Bayelsa United Chairman Backs Survival Chances The ‘Restoration Boys’ are 19th in the standings with 40 points, with only three rounds of matches remaining in the 2025/2026 NPFL [...] The post NPFL: Bayelsa United Won’t Be Relegated — Chairman Nwankwe Insists appeared first on Complete Sports.

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons have climbed one place to 36th in the latest FIFA Women’s World Ranking, confirming their status as Africa’s top women’s football team, Soccernet.ng reports. The new ranking, released by FIFA on Tuesday, shows a slight but important improvement from the 37th position the team held in December 2025. While the move may […]

Victor Osimhen is expected to make his highly anticipated return to action for Galatasaray in a Turkish Cup quarter-final tie against Gençlerbirliği at the RAMS Park on Wednesday. Osimhen has missed Galatasaray’s last four games due an arm injury. The Nigeria international was named in the matchday squad for last Saturday’s league clash against Gençlerbirliği [...] The post Osimhen Back For Galatasaray Turkish Cup Tie Vs Gençlerbirliği appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Terem Moffi and Zaidu Sanusi are closing in on a major moment in their careers as FC Porto push towards the Primeira Liga title, Soccernet.ng reports. If results go their way, Porto could be crowned champions as early as May 2. That would mean a first major club trophy for Moffi and a second […]

Former Nigeria international Mutiu Adepoju has back Celtic striker Kelechi Iheanacho for a potential return to the Super Eagles following his recent performances. Iheanacho has struggled with injuries throughout the season, particularly ongoing hamstring issues that have restricted his game time since joining in the summer. Despite limited opportunities, the 29-year-old has recorded six goals [...] The post AFCON Winner Backs Iheanacho For Super Eagles Return appeared first on Complete Sports.

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has described Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi as the greatest footballer in history. The Spanish international made this known following his 2026 Laureus World Young Sportsperson of the Year award win. Yamal, who expressed his hope to follow in his footsteps, told TribalFootball that Messi is a true icon, having been part [...] The post He’s The Best Footballer In History –Yamal Lauds Messi appeared first on Complete Sports.

Danish football club Midtjylland have revealed that their 19-year-old star Alamara Djabi has undergone surgery for life-threatening injuries after being stabbed over the weekend. The incident took place at around 3:30am on Sunday in the Danish city of Herning, and Midtjylland have now given an update on Djabi’s condition. A club statement read: “Alamara Djabi [...] The post 19-Year-Old Player Undergoes Surgery For Life-Threatening Injuries After Stabbing appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles defender Zaidu Sanusi is a major doubt for Porto ahead of their Portuguese Cup clash against Sporting CP this Wednesday, April 22, according to Soccernet.ng. ​Sanusi has been a pivotal figure for the Dragons this season. After struggling to secure a consistent spot in the starting eleven last year, he has evolved into […]

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger still believes the Gunners will win this season’s Premier League title, despite losing to Manchester City at the Etihad. Arsenal’s hopes of winning a first league title suffered another setback following their 2-1 defeat to City on Sunday. Rayan cherki gave City the perfect start with a brilliant solo goal [...] The post I Believe Arsenal Will Still Win EPL Title This Season —Wenger Insists appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons moved to 36th position in the lastest women’s ranking released by the Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, on Tuesday. Justine Madugu’s side were previously ranked 37th, and climbed just one spot in the latest ranking. The current African champions were last in action in an international friendly against the Indomitable Lionesses [...] The post Super Falcons Climb To 36th Spot In Latest FIFA Ranking appeared first on Complete Sports.

Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez has continued to be a subject of interest from clubs across Europe ahead of the summer transfer window. Fernandez has caught the eye with his impressive performances for the Light Blues this season. The centre-back arrived the Ibrox from English League One club, Peterborough United last summer. The 24-year-old was named [...] The post More Clubs Join Super Eagles Defender Chase appeared first on Complete Sports.