Do not be lazy, get to work, Gachagua tells opposition

“My work is to ensure Ruto goes home. I am not sleeping. All the meetings here at Wamunyoro are on how to send Ruto home,” he said.

By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago

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How Kenyans turned US student aid into a multimillion-dollar fraud racket

US prosecutors allege that he ran the scheme between November 2025 and May 2026 by enrolling ghost students in several colleges and universities.

By Fred Kagonye 4 days ago

'We are not in broad-based deal blindly,' says Oburu

“We are there consciously and we are there knowing what we are doing. We have structures through which we work.”

By Fred Kagonye 4 days ago

ODM demands deputy president's post in return for backing broad-based deal

“The leaders who are here, don’t we have anyone who is fit to become a Deputy President?” he asked.

By Fred Kagonye 4 days ago

Sifuna's Equitable Party rebrands as Linda Mwananchi, names officials

The Equitable Party rebrands as Linda Mwananchi Party, proposes Edwin Sifuna as party leader, Caroli Omondi as Sec-Gen. Kawira Mwangaza, Patrick Makau and Faith Odhiambo named deputy party leaders.

By Fred Kagonye 5 days ago

Gachagua: I will back Sifuna's presidential bid if he's named opposition candidate

“I will even replace Commando [George Natembeya] in the role he has been given as the director of the presidential campaign, and I will lead it myself,” Gachagua said.

By Fred Kagonye 5 days ago

'We expected a rescue plan, not a football match announcement'; Sifuna faults Ruto

“If you ever find yourself in the problems that our bothers in the Ukrainian detention camps are in, my assurance if you agree for me to become president, I will come for you personally,” said Sifuna.

By Fred Kagonye 5 days ago

KNCHR condemns alleged abduction of Tanzanian activist in Kenya

Further, the lobby group cited the alleged abductions of Tanzanian nationals Maria Tsehai Sarungi and Mshabaha Hamza, reportedly at gunpoint in Nairobi over the past two years.

By Fred Kagonye 6 days ago

How Judiciary is readying to handle 2027 elections- Koome

“Our responsibility is to ensure that the courts have the institutional capacity, professional competence and operational systems necessary to administer electoral justice effectively,” she said.

By Fred Kagonye 7 days ago

Ex-EACC boss Halakhe Waqo among nine shortlisted for IEBC CEO post

Former EACC CEO Halaqe Waqo among nine candidates shortlisted for IEBC chief executive post; interviews scheduled for November 12 and 13.

By Fred Kagonye 7 days ago

Ruto leaves the country for Russia

President Ruto departs for Russia, to attend the third Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum; to position Kenya for commercial partnerships and address security challenges.

By Fred Kagonye 8 days ago

KenGen Board appoints Ronoh Kibet as new CEO

KenGen board appoints Ronoh Kibet Charles as CEO, succeeding Engineer Peter Njenga, who is retiring; he will take office on February 1, 2027.

By Fred Kagonye 11 days ago

Who is behind the ill-fated Eastleigh building? Police begin hunt

One more person rescued from the collapsed Eastleigh building and taken to KNH for treatment; 66 construction workers accounted for, Kenya Red Cross says.

By Fred Kagonye 11 days ago

Pregnant woman rescued from collapsed Eastleigh building

Pregnant woman rescued from collapsed Eastleigh building and rushed to hospital; she becomes the second person rescued on Saturday, bringing total number of survivors to four.

By Fred Kagonye 11 days ago

Sleuths arrest officer linked to Kyalo Mbobu, Dr Mutiso murders

Detectives arrest Inspector Kenneth Kipkemboi Sang in connection with the murders of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu and Dr Victoria Mutiso; he was on the run before being intercepted in Eldoret.

By Fred Kagonye 11 days ago

Man accused of murdering Ohangla dancer Sheila Odoyo arrested after two years

“With the suspect nowhere to be found, detectives followed leads, pieced together intelligence and pursued every available avenue to bring him to justice.”

By Fred Kagonye 11 days ago

Oryx exits Tanzania gas business in asset sale to ASAS

“Africa remains at the heart of Oryx Energies' business and its long-term ambitions,” said Oryx in a statement.

By Fred Kagonye 12 days ago

DPP Renson Ingonga makes changes in his office

“The Transfer and Deployment letters will be issued in due course. However, affected officers are required to report by January 11, 2027,” he said.

By Fred Kagonye 12 days ago

MTRH quarantines one person after contact with suspected Ebola case

Suspected Ebola patient at MTRH in Eldoret is asymptomatic but under close monitoring after contact with a suspected case 20 days ago, CEO Dr Kirwa says, following public concern.

By Fred Kagonye 13 days ago

'My remarks were a figure of speech,' Hassan Omar tells IEBC

UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar asks IEBC to dismiss charges over his September 11 remarks, argues that if found liable, he should receive only a warning.

By Fred Kagonye 14 days ago

KEG, CJAK condemn arrest of Citizen TV's Francis Odee

“A journalist covering a public event should not be arrested or physically harmed for doing their job,” said CJAK chairperson Joseph Muraya.

By Fred Kagonye 15 days ago

Italy's bet on Kenya's construction industry

According to the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), the country and Kenya’s trade experienced 35 per cent growth in 2025 and stood at Sh45 billion.

By Fred Kagonye 15 days ago

Police investigate Kitale incident that left two officers injured, vehicle damaged

“Such conduct is unacceptable and has no place in a democratic society governed by the Constitution and the rule of law,” he said.

By Fred Kagonye 18 days ago

KRA intercepts drones, mobile phone at JKIA

Inside were two DJI Mini 3 Pro drones, two controllers and two batteries, one DJI Air 25 drone, its controller, battery and accessories as well as mobile phones.

By Fred Kagonye 18 days ago

Sudan General Al-Burhan's silence questioned after strikes along Egypt border

Military spokesman Colonel Ahmed Atman on October 12, 2026, said that Egypt’s security agencies would carry out a campaign against illegal gold mining along the border.

By Fred Kagonye 18 days ago

Ida Odinga condemns politicians' conduct at Raila's anniversary

“Reports that individuals may have been paid and transported to the gathering for the purpose of heckling, intimidating or disrupting invited guests are deeply disturbing,” said Mama Ida.

By Fred Kagonye 18 days ago

Abdullahi Saajo's plan for Wajir North constituency

In August 2026, he was endorsed Garen Council of Elders where he called on Wajir residents to acquire identity cards and register as voters.

By Fred Kagonye 18 days ago

Ruto assents to two tax laws at Eldoret State lodge

President Ruto assents to KRA (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and Tax Laws (Amendment) Bill, seeking to cut VAT on petroleum products from 16pc to 8pc and improve tax administration.

By Fred Kagonye 19 days ago

DPP approves charges in alleged Sh3.9b VAT scam

DPP approves charges against five individuals and 12 companies accused of conspiring to defraud the government of Sh3.9 billion in VAT.

By Fred Kagonye 20 days ago

ICC deputy prosecutor visits Kenya ahead of regional conference on sexual violence

The conference will bring together legal, investigative and prosecutorial experts to strengthen the investigation and prosecution of sexual violence.

By Fred Kagonye 20 days ago

'Tunataka Oburu!' Youths chant for missing ODM leader at Baba's anniversary

“Tunataka Oburu, Oburu ako wapi? Tunataka power, tunataka Oburu”…We want Oburu, where is Oburu? We want Oburu…” the crowds sang.

By Fred Kagonye 20 days ago

Ruth Odinga threatens to quit ODM

“He always said that people should have the right to speak. He stood for social justice and the democracy we are enjoying today.”

By Fred Kagonye 20 days ago

DCI rolls out biometric clearance to diplomats

The roll out follows the launch of the system on July 23, 2026, by Interior Cabinet Secretary Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen at DCI headquarters.

By Fred Kagonye 21 days ago

IEBC summons Hassan Omar over dead voters remark

IEBC summons UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar to appear on Wednesday, Oct 21 over remarks about deceased voters, urges political restraint ahead of 2027 polls.

By Fred Kagonye 21 days ago

Obey court decision, septuagenarian tells Mbarire, Embu County

The judge found no evidence that notice had been issued to affected stakeholders before the road was closed and converted for another public use.

By Fred Kagonye 21 days ago

Kenya to participate in Russia-Africa Summit

“Our discussions with Ambassador Tkachenko also focused on advancing Kenya’s interests in energy, food security and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.”

By Fred Kagonye 22 days ago

Nairobi woman denies Sh7 million fraud charges

Caroline Imbwayi denied defrauding Dennis Ondieki Monari, the director of Denim Enterprises Limited on the diverse dates between February and March 2024 through deception.

By Fred Kagonye 22 days ago

Nairobi to host Africa Blockchain Festival

The Blockchain Festival Founder Olubunmi Fabwano, said that Nairobi playing host reflects the city’s growing importance in shaping the continent’s next phase of digital development.

By Fred Kagonye 25 days ago

Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting (Photos)

President Ruto chairs cabinet meeting.

By Fred Kagonye 26 days ago

Police recover firearm, and livestock in Turkana operation

The driver of the lorry was arrested and taken to Kainuk police station where the lorry is also being detained for transporting the animals without proper documentation.

By Fred Kagonye 27 days ago