Victims of state violence to hold 10-day protests over delayed compensation

Victims and survivors of State violence will hold daily peaceful picketing and demonstrations from June 16 to June 25, 2026, over delays in compensation for victims and survivors of state violence.

By Esther Nyambura 1 day ago

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Why impeached Gachagua may still vie for presidency

LSK President Charles Kanjama says Gachagua remains eligible to seek public office and was legally viable even before the High Court delivered its judgment on Monday, June 8.

By Esther Nyambura 1 day ago

Beyond the oil: Why Africa's financial elite are heading to Luanda

According to AFIS Deputy CEO, the choice is neither accidental nor merely geographical. It reflects Africa's search for a financial system capable of funding its own ambitions.

By Esther Nyambura 2 days ago

Regional and county commissioners reshuffled in major nationwide changes

Interior CS Murkomen reshuffles regional and county commissioners, transfers Rhoda Onyancha from Coast to Nairobi region and Joseph Boen to Kilifi County.

By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago

AFD unveils new Africa investments in energy, AI and entrepreneurship

AFD Group and its partners unveiled a series of new initiatives in energy, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship and sports development during the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi.

By Esther Nyambura 28 days ago

Government opens up power sector to competition, reduces KPLC monopoly

The government has officially gazetted new electricity market regulations that are set to overhaul how power is generated, traded and distributed in the country.

By Esther Nyambura 29 days ago

Search intensified after hyena sighting in Syokimau

KWS says surveillance operations are ongoing to trace a hyena spotted in Syokimau; residents are urged to remain vigilant.

By Esther Nyambura 30 days ago

Detectives link Nakuru cleric's murder to gang posing as security officers

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has linked the murder of Reverend Julius Ndumia Ngari to a criminal gang previously profiled by detectives in 2022.

By Esther Nyambura 30 days ago

NPS defends dismissal of 18 pregnant recruits amid backlash

The National Police Service (NPS) has defended the dismissal of 18 female recruits at the National Police College, Kiganjo, who tested positive for pregnancy.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Body of missing five-year-old boy found in Nyamira tea plantation

The body of Ezra Momanyi, a PP1 pupil, was found on Friday afternoon in a tea plantation in Endemo village under disturbing circumstances.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Detectives arrest 68-year-old woman, seize suspected narcotics in Nairobi

Detectives arrestes 68-year-old woman, recover suspected narcotic drugs in an operation targeting drug trafficking in Nairobi.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Hope, doubt in Laikipia as decades-long road crisis nears resolution

Despite the renewed excitement, many residents remain cautiously optimistic, saying years of broken promises from previous administrations have taught them to wait.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

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'Insensitive': Gender CS sparks backlash with anniversary post amid femicide crisis

Cheptumo is facing growing backlash after celebrating her one year in office with a statement on X, highlighting the ministry’s achievements.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

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Why Kenya will refine its oil in Tanzania, Wandayi explains

Kenya plans to begin commercial oil production in South Lokichar, Turkana, by December 2026, with refining to be done in Tanga, Tanzania, Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi says.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

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ODM alleges Orengo acted pro bono in fund case, later asked for pay

ODM accuses Siaya Governor James Orengo of shifting a pro bono legal arrangement in the Political Parties Fund case into a paid deal, claims Sh40 million was later paid in fees.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Lobby group protests plan to relax fuel standards

Mtetezi has raised fresh concerns about the government's plans to relax fuel quality standards, warning that the move could expose Kenyans to health risks and undermine regulatory systems.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

'Behave like a statesman': Cheruiyot slams Uhuru over political involvement

Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has taken a swipe at former President Uhuru Kenyatta, questioning his continued involvement in public political debates.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

April inflation rate rises to 5.6pc as food, fuel and fares surge

Kenya’s inflation rate rises to 5.6 per cent in April from 4.4pc in March, driven by higher fuel, transport and food costs, KNBS says.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Report exposes the silent crisis facing women journalists in Kenya

A new report by AMWIK reveals that sexual harassment remains a persistent issue, shaping not just how women work, but whether they stay in the profession at all.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

GSU deployed in Tseikuru, Kitui, following deadly bandit attack

Government deploys specialised security units, including GSU and RDU, along Mwingi-Garissa Road to boost security after bandit attack that left seven dead.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Police launch manhunt after deadly Kitui attack

Seven people were killed in a bandit attack in Kitui, with police launching a manhunt after recovering stolen livestock.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Ex-IPOA chair Anne Makori fails to declare wealth, says she forgot documents

Supreme Court judge candidate Anne Makori fails to declare net worth, claims she forgot documents at home; request to submit them later declined as CJ Koome cites rules.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Embattled FKF president declares suspension 'null and void'

Embattled FKF President Hussein Mohammed terms NEC meeting that suspended him illegal, declares decision null and void, amid alleged links to Sh42m CHAN insurance scandal.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

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Experts: 'Why Gaucho is fit for Mama Lucy board'

Political analyst and advocate Martin Oloo argued that hospital boards require diverse representation rather than purely medical expertise.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Ruto assents to VAT Bill allowing fuel tax cut to 8 per cent

President Ruto assents to VAT (Amendment) Bill, 2026, allowing Treasury to cut fuel VAT to 8 percent for 90 days to ease costs.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

KMPDU raises alarm over security and staffing at Ishiara hospital

KMPDU also rejected allegations of negligence against the hospital’s Medical Superintendent, Dr Anthony Nduva, saying no formal disciplinary process had been undertaken.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Murkomen, Kanja to appear before MPs over political violence concerns

Murkomen, Kanja to appear before National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security over rising cases of political violence.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Three Kenyan startups picked for Africa eye health accelerator

Dot Glasses, Zuri Health and Mamy Eyewear are among eight organisations chosen for the Africa Eye Health Accelerator, a programme on quality eye care services.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

KeNHA warns of flooding on Mai Mahiu-Suswa-Narok road

KeNHA warns of flooding and silt on sections of Mai Mahiu-Suswa-Narok (B7) road near Kedong Ranch, advises motorists to use Narok-Njoro-Nakuru (B18) route.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Osotsi: Why I will not challenge ODM removal

Speaking on KTN, Osotsi said he has chosen to move on despite having grounds to question the process.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

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Chaos on the roads as high fuel costs bite

In Rwanda, petrol now retails at about Sh203 per litre, while diesel stands at Sh196 following an early price review triggered by the Middle East crisis.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Experts defend Ruto's State House meetings with clergy

“President William Ruto is not the first President. To be fair, the State House approach and uses are still the same."

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Opposition, Ichung'wah trade blame over Kikuyu town chaos

The United Opposition and Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah have issued conflicting accounts over violence witnessed in Kikuyu, each side blaming the other for the chaos.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

World Bank approves Sh71 billion for Isiolo-Mandera road construction

The World Bank has approved Sh71 billion loan for the development of the Isiolo-Mandera road corridor.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

A new capital by July? Ruto sets timelines for Nairobi overhaul

CCTV installations across the city to be completed within 60 days, President William Ruto says it is part of efforts to improve safety in the capital.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Urban stress pushes Kenyans to turn to pets for mental health support

Urban stress pushes Kenyans to turn to pets for mental health support.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

African electric vehicle firm bets on innovation with US stock listing

Kenya and the rest of Africa could see increased green technology investment after a South African electric vehicle firm agreed to merge with a US-listed company.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Iran faults PS Sing'oei over 'unjustified attacks' remarks

The Iranian Embassy in Kenya has criticised Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei over remarks describing Iran’s attacks on Gulf Countries as unjustified.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

KRA falls Sh84billion short of Q3 target, collects Sh2.04 trillion

KRA misses third-quarter revenue target by Sh84b despite surpassing Sh2 trillion mark, collects Sh2.04 trillion against a Sh2.12 trillion target, driven by domestic taxes and customs collections.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Nyali MP condemns removal of voter awareness billboards

Mohamed Ali said the pulling down of the billboards violates freedom of expression and undermines voter awareness efforts.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago