World Cup Football Dominates Sports Searches: The 2026 FIFA World Cup games, notably Belgium vs Iran and Egypt vs New Zealand, are key focal points with large followings and intense interest in in
Archived Pulse in Kenya
Country pulse digest
Monday, June 22, 2026
Archived Pulse in Kenya
In Kenya, search trends are heavily influenced by the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, especially games involving Belgium, Iran, Egypt, and Uruguay. Significant public concern exists around scheduled electricity interruptions by KPLC.
Active topics
15
Search volume
64.4K
Leading topic
Sports
Attention mix
What the country is searching
15
Sports47% (7)
Politics13% (2)
World13% (2)
Weather7% (1)
Technology7% (1)
Entertainment7% (1)
Money7% (1)
Why people are curious
The Kenyan public's curiosity is driven by their desire to follow important global sports events like the FIFA World Cup for live updates, player news, and betting information, reflecting a strong sports following intent. Worry caused by scheduled electricity interruptions prompts users to seek detailed information to prepare and adapt, indicating a worrying intent. Political developments such as the UK leadership changes attract followers interested in current affairs abroad. Technological innovation and entertainment advancements prompt explanatory intent as users want to understand new devices, features, and streaming service partnerships.
What to know now
The pulse, explained
Scheduled Electricity Interruptions Stir Worry: Planned electricity outages by KPLC have caused concern among Kenyans seeking detailed schedules and affected areas.
UK Political Shakeup Engages Kenyan Audiences: Growing attention on UK politics follows Keir Starmer's resignation, and the Labour leadership contest involving Andy Burnham.
Rising Tech and Streaming Interest: Technology and entertainment interests grow, particularly around Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro and DStv's partnership with Samsung for streaming access in
Ranked searches
What people are curious about in Kenya
The leading searches, their context, and the related questions forming around them.
01Politics
uhuru park
Concerns are rising over plans to encroach on Uhuru Park for infrastructure projects, leading to public alarm and legal challenges fueled by fears of land grabbing and.
1K+ searches · 900% growth
02Sports
belgium vs iran
People are actively following the Belgium vs Iran match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, searching for game predictions, odds, and live updates.
20K+ searches · 1,000% growth
iran vs belgiumbelgium vs iran prediction
03Sports
new zealand vs egypt
Search interest for the Egypt vs New Zealand World Cup match surged with focus on Mohamed Salah's key performance.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growth
egypt vs new zealandmohamed salah
04Sports
uruguay vs cabo verde
Fans are following the Uruguay vs Cape Verde World Cup game closely due to surprising performance and match developments.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growth
cape verde vs uruguayuruguay vs cape verde
05Sports
spain national football team vs saudi arabia national football team standings
The Spain national football team recently competed against the Saudi Arabia national football team with notable performances from players like Lamine Yamal.
10K+ searches · 1,000% growth
spain
06Weather
kplc electricity interruptions june 22
There are scheduled electricity interruptions announced by KPLC on June 22, prompting concerns and searches about power outages.
5K+ searches · 1,000% growth
07World
armed forces
Public interest has surged around armed forces, highlighted by celebrations, military exercises, and political discussions concerning defense and military policy.
2K+ searches · 1,000% growth
08Technology
iphone
Interest in Apple's iPhone is surging as people seek information about the new iPhone 18 Pro release and iOS 27 AI features.
2K+ searches · 200% growth
09Entertainment
dstv
There is heightened interest in DStv due to its new partnership with Samsung, integrating the DStv Stream app pre-installed on Samsung smart TVs in Africa to expand streaming.
1K+ searches · 700% growth
10Politics
keir starmer
Keir Starmer has resigned as UK Prime Minister, prompting a leadership contest with Andy Burnham as a key candidate.
1K+ searches · 900% growth
andy burnham
11Sports
argentina vs austria
Fans and experts are following predictions and odds for the upcoming Argentina vs Austria match in the 2026 World Cup.
1K+ searches · 300% growth
12Money
export
Recent export controls and bans involving countries like China, the US, and Iran have significant economic and geopolitical implications.
500+ searches · 600% growth
Politics / Worrying | 23 hours ago
uhuru park
Reporting and context
Source coverage helping explain why this topic is moving.
Uhuru Park land grab fears spark official clarification - Daily Nation
Alarm over plans to hive off Uhuru Park for road project - the-star.co.ke
Green Belt Movement raises alarm over Uhuru Park encroachment plan - People Daily
Nairobi County hit with Sh311m legal fee over Uhuru Park renovation case - Daily Nation
Lobby Group Opposes Plan to Excise Uhuru Park, Central Park for Highway Expansion - KDRTV
The wider weekly pattern
Curiosity trail
Related searches that led here, appeared alongside it, or followed.