THE EAST AFRICA REPORT

  By Jameson   Abraham Kiptum and Mercy Rotich won the men’s and women’s 42km races respectively at the 23rd Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon held on Sunday. Nahason Kipsang and Orba Chemurgor claimed the men’s and women’s 21km half-marathon titles, while Alfred Kimani and Joy Cheptoyek won the 10km races. Samuel Kuria and Mercyline Ajenjo emerged victorious in the men’s and women’s 21km wheelchair races. The winners shared a total prize purse of Sh11.24 million, with the full marathon champions each receiving Sh2 million. Winners of the half-marathon and wheelchair races took home Sh300,000, while the 10km champions earned Sh200,000 each. Winning teams in the Corporate Relay and Persons with Disabilities categories received Sh100,000 each. The event attracted 30,700 participants from more than 100 nationalities, including over 400 elite athletes. It was supported by record sponsorship of Sh273 million, with runners competing along Nairobi’s Southern Bypass, which offers vi...

  By Zak The Association of Consulting Engineers of Kenya (ACEK) has expressed shock at the collapse of a multi-storey building under construction in Eastleigh, Nairobi. It has called for a forensic investigation and stronger enforcement of construction standards. In a statement issued today, ACEK President Eng. Gabriel W. Jabong'o extended condolences to affected families, workers, businesses and the Eastleigh community. He said the priority must remain preserving life and continuing rescue operations. According to official reports cited by the association, rescue teams have made contact with some of the missing persons, and efforts to reach them are continuing. ACEK commended the Kenya Red Cross, National Police Service, Kenya Defence Forces, Nairobi City County, National Youth Service and other agencies for working under extremely challenging conditions. No cause yet ACEK cautioned against speculation, saying only a detailed forensic engineering investigation can establish what ...

By Zak AA Kenya has honoured individuals and organisations for their efforts to promote road safety at the Road Safety Excellence Awards 2026, held at Serena Hotel in Nairobi on Friday night. The event brought together representatives from government, the private sector, civil society and the transport industry to recognise initiatives aimed at promoting responsible road use and reducing road crashes. Speaking at the ceremony, AA Kenya Group Managing Director Francis Theuri called for stronger collaboration between the public and private sectors to improve road safety. He stressed the importance of sustained investment in public awareness campaigns, responsible road use and practical interventions to save lives. TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya PLC won the Best Corporate in Road Safety Award, followed by British American Tobacco Kenya PLC and Finlay’s Tea Extracts Kenya. KCA University Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer Prof. Isaiah I. C. Wakindiki topped the CEO of the Year...

By Gideon Nzyoki   Nairobi, Kenya | October 22, 2026 — The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has announced intensified countrywide enforcement operations targeting counterfeit alcohol, tobacco products, agricultural inputs and school stationery as Kenya approaches the festive season and the planting period. ACA Board Chairperson Nelson Ributhi Gaichuhie said the crackdown would focus on products that expose consumers to health risks, undermine legitimate businesses, deprive the government of revenue and threaten the livelihoods of farmers and students. Speaking in Nairobi on Thursday, October 22, Gaichuhie warned that counterfeit and illicit trade continued to impose a heavy burden on Kenyans, extending beyond financial losses to public health, education and food security. “Counterfeit and illicit trade imposes a cost on our country that cannot be measured in money alone. It is borne by the farmer whose harvest fails because of counterfeit inputs, by the consumer exposed to dangero...

B y Gedion Nzyoki   Nairobi, Kenya | October 22, 2026 — The Southern Bypass will be temporarily closed from midnight on Saturday ahead of the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon scheduled for Sunday, October 25, as police announce traffic diversions and organisers unveil revised race start times and route changes. Nairobi Regional Traffic Commander Joseph Chirchir said the closure would allow organisers to complete preparations and ensure the safety of runners during the annual sporting event, which is expected to attract thousands of participants. The affected roads are expected to begin reopening from midday on Sunday, with normal traffic flow anticipated to resume by 2:00 p.m. Chirchir urged motorists to plan their journeys in advance and cooperate with police officers and traffic marshals who will be deployed along the affected routes. Southern Bypass Closure: Alternative Routes for Motorists Motorists using the Southern Bypass have been advised to follow designated diversion ...

  From left : Nairobi City County Deputy Director of Public Health Mackline Saitera, County Public Health Officer Margaret Sunguti and Reckitt Country Manager for Kenya and East Africa, Mustapha Bugaje during Global Handwashing Day celebrations at Moi Avenue Primary School in Nairobi, where learners, parents and community members were sensitised on proper handwashing practices to prevent disease. Dettol has partnered with Nairobi City County to promote proper handwashing among learners and raise awareness of the importance of good hygiene in preventing disease as part of activities to mark Global Handwashing Day. The event, held at Moi Avenue Primary School in Nairobi’s Central Business District, brought together more than 1,200 learners, parents and residents under the theme “Be a Handwashing Hero”. The event featured interactive hygiene education sessions and practical demonstrations on the importance of washing hands with soap and water. Dettol also donated soap and handwashing ...