World Cup 2026 football fever dominates searches: Massive surge in following World Cup matches including Côte d'Ivoire vs Norway and France vs Sweden.
Archived Pulse in Kenya
Country pulse digest
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Archived Pulse in Kenya
Kenyan interest is intensely focused on the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, particularly games involving Côte d'Ivoire, Norway, France, and Mexico. Alongside this sports enthusiasm, there is increased attention on Kenya Revenue Authority customs transit goods licensing amid regulatory concerns.
Active topics
10
Search volume
79.3K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
10
Sports70% (7)
Money10% (1)
Culture10% (1)
Technology10% (1)
Why people are curious
People in Kenya are mainly curious to follow and stay updated on the live events, results, and player performances during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as indicated by the 'following' intent on multiple football-related searches. The rise in queries about customs transit goods licensing shows an explanatory intent, where users seek to understand regulatory frameworks and compliance processes affecting business or trade activities. The interest in Tony Ndiema carries a 'remembering' intent, as people look to commemorate his life and contributions to music.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Growth in searches about KRA customs transit goods licensing: Increasing interest in Kenya Revenue Authority customs transit goods licensing indicates concerns over trade regulations.
Kenyan cultural interest peaks on Tony Ndiema's legacy: Tributes and remembrances rise for Luo musician Tony Ndiema following his recent passing.
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Kenya
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01
SportsSurging
france vs sweden
Searches focus on Kylian Mbappé's performance in the France versus Sweden World Cup match.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growthSearch volume up 3900%
kylian mbappé
02
SportsNew
côte d'ivoire vs norway
People are searching for updates and information about the World Cup match between Côte d'Ivoire and Norway.
50K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
norway vs ivory coastivory coast vs norway
03
SportsNew
mexico vs ecuador
The Mexico versus Ecuador World Cup match is being closely followed, including live updates and weather impacts.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
04
MoneyNew
kra customs transit goods licensing
There is growing interest in licensing rules for transit goods under Kenya Revenue Authority customs regulations.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
05
SportsNew
world cup results
People in Kenya are actively following live updates and results of the FIFA 2026 World Cup, especially matches involving Mexico.
1K+ searches · 50% growthFirst recent appearance
mexico national football teammexico
06
CultureNew
tonny ndiema
Many in Kenya are searching to remember and learn about Luo musician Tony Ndiema, who recently passed away.
500+ searches · 600% growthFirst recent appearance
tony ndiema
07
SportsNew
viktor gyökeres
Viktor Gyökeres is prominently featured in recent football transfer rumors and discussions.
200+ searches · 1,000% growthFirst recent appearance
08
SportsNew
argentina vs cape verde
Cape Verde's national football team and president express confidence ahead of their World Cup match against Argentina.
200+ searches · 100% growthFirst recent appearance
09
SportsNew
portugal vs croatia
The upcoming World Cup round of 32 match between Portugal and Croatia is drawing significant viewer interest.
200+ searches · 200% growthFirst recent appearance
sport pesa
10
TechnologyNew
whatsapp usernames
WhatsApp is introducing usernames, allowing users to reserve unique identifiers for chatting and enhancing privacy.
200+ searches · 300% growthFirst recent appearance
Why it matters
SurgingSearch attention is rising quickly across recent snapshots, backed by 20K+ recent searches and 1000% growth. People are searching to follow a developing event.
Search volume up 3900%Confidence: medium
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Kylian Mbappé weaves through Sweden defense for brilliant goal, giving France lead - FOX Sports
Best Kylian Mbappe Prop Bets Today: France vs Sweden World Cup Predictions 2026 - FanDuel
Tracking Every Kylian Mbappé Goal At The 2026 World Cup - FOX Sports
Kylian Mbappé scores twice to tie Messi for World Cup lead with 6 goals, France beats Sweden 3-0 - KKCO 11 News
World Cup: Kylian Mbappé scores twice to tie Lionel Messi for lead with 6 goals as France beats Sweden 3-0 - Chicago Tri…
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.