March 16, 2025: Top news events to look out for today

Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings.
Political leaders at church services
Various political leaders are expected to grace church services in different places nationwide.
President William Ruto and his Deputy Kithure Kindiki are expected to attend prayers and then later speak, defending various projects and political decisions taken by their administration in recent weeks, including the framework between the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).

On the other hand, the Opposition led by Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka is also expected to attend a church service and later use the platform to sustain criticism of the Kenya Kwanza administration.
Junior Starlets face Uganda
All eyes will be on Junior Starlets, who will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage as they face Uganda in the second leg of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup qualifier at Nyayo Stadium on Sunday, March 16, 2025.
The Kenyan youngsters hold a crucial 2-0 advantage from the first leg and will aim to seal their place in the next round with the home supporters backing them.
Coach Mildred Cheche’s side delivered a solid performance in the first encounter at Nakivubo Hamz Stadium in Kampala, securing a comfortable lead that puts them in a favorable position ahead of the return leg here in Nairobi.
FKF PL actions
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League will continue on Sunday, March 16, 2025.
AFC Leopards will lock horns with Shabana FC at Kenyatta Stadium Machakos at 4:00 pm. With the league entering a crucial stage, AFC Leopards will be looking to close the gap at the summit and mount a serious challenge for the title.

Currently they have 35 points and Ingwe trail league leaders Kenya Police by 10 points following their 3-1 win over Murang’a Seal on Saturday, March 15, 2025.
In the other match, Mara Sugar FC will welcome Bidco United FC at Green Stadium in Awendo. This will be an early kickoff slated for 2:00 pm.
Pastor Dorcas to preach in the US
Pastor Dorcas Rigathi is expected to minister in the US on Sunday, March 16, 2025. In a poster, Pastor Dorcas revealed that she would be speaking at a church event in Seattle where gospel singer, Kambua, would also be in attendance.
That would be a continuation of her ministerial works in Seattle, which started on Friday, March 14, 2025.