Pre-2012 voters: Who must re-register?

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has clarified that not all voters who registered before 2012 need to register afresh.

By Esther Nyambura 3 days ago

All KMPDU officials retain seats in fresh elections

All KMPDU officials re-elected in fresh polls; Sec-Gen Davji Atellah retains his seat unopposed, his deputy Miskellah Mbogori wins with 4,339 votes.

By Esther Nyambura 5 days ago

Simba Arati, Mbadi, Babu Owino top Politrack rankings

Babu Owino, John Mbadi and Simba Arati are among public officials ranked top in their respective categories during the STARLEADERS Awards 2026.

By Esther Nyambura 4 days ago

KNCHR compiles 1,563 victims for reparations framework

KNCHR compiles a list of 1,563 victims and survivors of human rights violations, including cases of extrajudicial killings, torture, and abductions.

By Esther Nyambura 4 days ago

KPC appoints acting MD after Joe Sang's arrest in fuel probe

Sang was arrested on Thursday, April 2 in connection with an investigation into substandard fuel.

By Esther Nyambura 4 days ago

IEBC orders fresh registration for voters registered before 2012

Kenyans who registered as voters before 2012 are required to register afresh, IEBC says their details are not captured in current continuous biometric register.

By Esther Nyambura 4 days ago

Rights activist call for firm civic engagement

Activists have called for stronger civic engagement and accountability in governance, urging closer collaboration between institutions, students and grassroots movements.

By Esther Nyambura 4 days ago

COG condemns assault on Governor Lelelit at Senate

CoG chairperson Ahmed Abdullahi accused members of the Senate of subjecting the governor to violence, terming the incident a violation of constitutional rights.

By Esther Nyambura 6 days ago

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Revealed: Fuel stocks to last 16 days only

Kenya has petrol stocks to last 16 days, diesel 19 days and jet fuel 49 days as of March 30, a report by the Ministry of Energy shows.

By Esther Nyambura 6 days ago

Explained: How protest victims will be selected for compensation

KNCHR chairperson Claris Ongangah say the commission is compiling a list of victims from multiple sources, including those who reported directly to KNCHR and other state agencies.

By Esther Nyambura 7 days ago

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I have nothing to run away from, Sakaja breaks silence

Sakaja, who drove himself to Parliament Buildings in a black Mercedes sedan, said his decision to drive himself was meant to demonstrate his willingness to engage with Senate committees.

By Esther Nyambura 8 days ago

NTSA withdraws instant fines system weeks after its rollout

NTSA withdraws the instant fines management system three weeks after rollout, to allow public to understand process of handling minor traffic offenses.

By Esther Nyambura 11 days ago

KWS dismisses forest destruction claims in Nairobi National Park

In a statement, KWS said the move it says is aimed at meeting modern international animal welfare standards.

By Esther Nyambura 11 days ago

New ISO certification raises bar for Kenya's car importers

Cars Kenya secures ISO 9001 certification in industry first.

By Esther Nyambura 12 days ago

From burial to ashes: How bodies are disposed of

Cremation is another common method. It uses high heat to reduce the body to bone fragments and ash, which are then processed into a fine powder.

By Esther Nyambura 13 days ago

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Why Kenyans are warming up to a woman president

A survey by the Reykjavík Index for Leadership 2025 shows that three in four Kenyans are comfortable with a woman president.

By Esther Nyambura 13 days ago

Hoard fuel at your own peril, Ruto warns marketers

Government warns against creating artificial fuel crisis amid shortages, President Ruto says efforts underway to ease challenges arising from Middle East war

By Esther Nyambura 13 days ago

You need honest friends! Ruto tells Tuju

President Ruto says ex-CS Raphael Tuju needs honest friends, accuses his political allies of misleading him, and using his misfortune to push 'unnecessary agendas'.

By Esther Nyambura 15 days ago

Suspected mass grave discovered in Kericho, multiple bodies found

Police launch investigations after a suspected mass grave with multiple bodies, some mutilated, discovered at Makaburini cemetery in Kericho County.

By Esther Nyambura 17 days ago

Passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport

An aircraft en route to Nairobi from Kisumu crash lands at Wilson Airport, no injuries reported so far, police spokesperson Muchiri says.

By Esther Nyambura 18 days ago

'We won't be silenced': Standard Group defiant after attack on journalists

Standard Group condemns attacks on journalists in Kitale, Trans Nzoia, over fake ambulance deal coverage, says it won't be silenced, asks police to arrest and charge those responsible.

By Esther Nyambura 17 days ago

Water supply to State House disrupted after pipeline burst

Affluent Nairobi estates, including State House and Kileleshwa, to go without water until 6pm tomorrow after a burst on Kabete-Kilimani pipeline; restoration underway, Nairobi Water says.

By Esther Nyambura 17 days ago

Kenya evacuates 15 nationals from Iran amid Middle East tensions

Kenya evacuates 15 citizens from Iran via Turkey amid ongoing conflict, they're expected to arrive in Nairobi tomorrow, Diaspora Affairs PS Njogu confirms.

By Esther Nyambura 17 days ago

Seven still missing after March 6 floods as more heavy rains loom

The Ministry said efforts to locate the seven missing persons are still ongoing.

By Esther Nyambura 19 days ago

Nairobi Hospital dismisses claims of collapse amid wrangles

Nairobi Hospital Admitting Staff Association disowns members who met President Ruto, claims meeting was informal and did not follow official structure.

By Esther Nyambura 20 days ago

Ruto defends Nairobi Hospital takeover, cites fraud and mismanagement

President William Ruto has defended the takeover of the 70-year-old Nairobi Hospital, saying the facility is being exploited by fraudsters and requires urgent intervention to prevent collapse.

By Esther Nyambura 22 days ago

Fuel prices remain unchanged despite Middle East tensions

Fuel prices remain unchanged in latest EPRA review; petrol to retail at Sh178.28, Diesel at Sh166.54 and Kerosene at Sh152.78 per litre in Nairobi.

By Esther Nyambura 24 days ago

Floods: Death toll rises to 62 as Nairobi records highest fatalities

The nationwide flood death toll rises to 62, with Nairobi suffering the highest fatalities at 33.

By Esther Nyambura 25 days ago

Heavy rains to hit Nairobi over the next 24 hours - weatherman

Kenya Met issues rainfall advisory for Nairobi and nearby counties, warns of moderate to heavy rain from 9 pm for 24 hours, with possible flooding in low-lying areas.

By Esther Nyambura 26 days ago

Ruto nominates Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung'u for ICC judge post

President Ruto nominates Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung’u as Kenya’s candidate for ICC judge post, to compete with six other candidates in elections from Dec 7 to 17.

By Esther Nyambura 26 days ago

Bite the bullet on governance or forget legacy, Lumumba warns Ruto

Political analyst Prof Patrick Lumumba has told President William Ruto to enforce the rule of law and free institutions from political control.

By Esther Nyambura 28 days ago

How Nairobians and corruption worsened weekend deluge

Former Nairobi County Environment Chief Officer Mosiria blames residents for worsening flooding, saying poor waste disposal, illegal construction are major contributors to the recurring crisis.

By Esther Nyambura 29 days ago

25 killed, hundreds displaced as floods hit parts of country

At least 25 people have died and hundreds have been displaced after flash floods swept across parts of the country following intense rainfall.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Ruto: Government to cover hospital bills for flood victims

Govt to cover hospital costs for people injured or affected by ongoing floods, President Ruto directs immediate deployment of multi-agency response teams to coordinate rescue efforts.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Heavy rains to persist through weekend, Kenya Met warns

Heavy rainfall being experienced in several parts of the country is expected to continue through the weekend, the Kenya Meteorological Department has warned.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Museveni takes over EAC chairmanship from Ruto

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni takes over EAC chairmanship from Kenya’s PresidentRuto for one year; Rwanda to serve as the rapporteur.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Digital abuse, economic empowerment dominate discussions ahead of Women's Day

Young women have been urged to pursue economic independence and remain vigilant against online abuse.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

KQ suspends repatriation flight to and from Dubai

Kenya Airways suspends March 6 repatriation flight to and from Dubai following security guidance from Dubai Airport authorities.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

KFS approves pipeline installation inside Karura Forest

The Kenya Forest Service has granted a special licence to install a section of water transmission pipeline within Karura Forest.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Monica Juma appointed UNODC Executive Director, UN Office at Vienna chief

Former Foreign Affairs CS Monica Juma appointed UN Drugs and Crime Office Executive Director and UN Vienna Office DG, she succeeds Egypt's Ghada Waly.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago