Crme de la crme: Learners take bold social stand at State Concert

After two weeks of gripping performances and stiff competition at the Kenya National Drama and Film Festival 2026 held at Kagumo Teachers College.

By Mike Kihaki 11 hrs ago

Kenya, Portugal move to fast-track bilateral deals

Kenya and Portugal have agreed to accelerate the conclusion and implementation of key bilateral agreements, signaling renewed momentum in diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two countries.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Gen Z plans fresh protests as fuel prices hit record highs

A fresh wave of protests is looming in the country, with Gen Z activists mobilising both online and on the streets as fuel prices surge to record levels, deepening Kenya’s cost-of-living crisis.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Teacher sues KEWOTA, TSC over alleged salary deductions

TSC immediately halts KEWOTA deductions from female teachers' payslips following KTN expose, deductions were to take effect on April 18.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Oxford Union invites Makau Mutua for debate on self-determination

Renowned Kenyan legal scholar Prof. Makau Mutua has been invited to speak at the historic Oxford Union in the United Kingdom.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Murkomen blames politicians for rising insecurity

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has criticised political actors, describing them as the biggest security threat facing the country due to their alleged role in mobilising youth for violent activities.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Festival explores heavy emotional burdens learners carry in school

At the National Drama Festival, students are using performance art to expose hidden struggles in schools, from mental health challenges to unsafe environments and academic pressure.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Girls shine as boy's struggle in the drama festival

Girls’ schools have emerged winners at this year’s national drama and film festival, dominating the stage, scooping top awards and setting the tone on thematic expression.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

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Clergy, political leaders warn of rising hooliganism

Clergy and political leaders are raising alarm over a surge in hooliganism, warning it could destabilise Kenya ahead of the 2027 elections.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

UK's new envoy to Kenya, Matt Baugh, takes office

Matt Baugh has taken his new role as the United Kingdom High Commissioner in Kenya to strengthen ties between the two countries.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Mvurya hosts new CAF boss, unveils AFCON 2027 roadmap

Kenya has stepped up preparations for the historic co-hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with Sports CS Salim Mvurya signaling a renewed push for global-standard delivery.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

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Learners spotlight CBE gaps, generational change, mental health in drama

Learners at the national drama and film festival are using performance arts to highlight issues such as education inequality, mental health, and systemic gaps in Kenya’s CBE Sytem.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

UoN lecturers demand substantive leadership

The Universities’ Academic Staff Union (UASU) University of Nairobi chapter has raised concerns over a deepening leadership and financial crisis at the University of Nairobi.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

'I will not resign!' - Energy CS Wandayi says

Energy CS Wandayi says no officials knew oil was outside G-to-G deal; confirms DCI probe denying coercion in resignations of three energy chiefs

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Fesbeth, Shimo la Tewa, Dagoretti shine as drama festival winners crowned

The curtains fell on this year’s Kenya National Drama and Film Festival with a celebration of creativity, innovation and powerful storytelling.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

KWS cautions the public against eating bush meat

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has issued a public health warning after residents in Kamenu Location, Thika West Sub-County, Kiambu County, killed and slaughtered a hyena on Saturday morning.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Kabare Girls: 'Going Viral' expose digital pressure and identity crisis

In a powerful and humorous yet deeply reflective narrative titled Viral, Kabare Girls used the stage to unpack the growing influence of social media on learners.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Opposition leaders say Kenya risks sliding into anarchy over rising goonism

In a powerful and humorous yet deeply reflective narrative titled ‘Viral,’ Kabare Girls used the stage to unpack the growing influence of social media on learners.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

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DRAMA REVIEW: Students take centre stage to challenge tradition, injustice and social change

Kenyan learners are turning the theatre stage into a powerful arena for social reflection, using storytelling, dance and spoken word

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Learners mirrors in parental neglect and education inequality in drama festival

Deep social challenges facing families and schools took centre stage during the Kenya National Drama and Film Festival at Kagumo Teachers Training College.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Nairobi CBD road closures: What you need to know

Traffic to be temporarily disrupted within CBD today; City Hall way, Supreme Court and Wabera Street to be closed to public ahead of President Ruto’s address to Nairobi County Assembly.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

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Students have one month to apply for university and college courses

About a million learners who sat the KCSE examination last year have one month to apply for placement to universities, colleges and technical training institutions.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Learners turn stage into nation's mirror, expose social cracks

Students at the National Drama Festival used theatre and dance to expose parental neglect, education inequality and technology’s growing influence.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

How US plans to support Kenya's maternal care

175 health facilities in 31 counties have received essential maternal and newborn care equipment, aimed at boosting hospitals’ capacity to manage childbirth complications and early-life emergencies.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Leaders condemn assault on Vihiga Senator Osotsi

Vihiga Senator and former ODM deputy party leader Godfrey Osotsi, attacked by unknown assailants in Kisumu, rushed to hospital; Senator Sifuna called for police action.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

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Confusion on CBE tickles at drama festival

Confusion over the new Competency-Based Education grading system took centre stage at the national drama festival, as students highlighted parents’ struggles to interpret KJSEA results.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

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CBE chaos: Grade 10 learners grapple with shortage of teachers

Grade 10 learners under the CBE system are struggling due to teacher shortages, infrastructure gaps and confusion over subject specialisation pathways.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

2026 University and College placement application window open

KUCCPS opens the 2026 application portal for universities, colleges and TVETs; exercise to run for one month, from April 7 to May 6.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

Education sector gets major boost as Ruto signs supplementary budget

Kenya’s education sector is set to receive billions of shillings in additional funding following the signing of the Supplementary Appropriations Bill No. 16 of 2026 by President William Ruto.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Transporters raise concerns over fuel supply disruptions

The Kenya Transporters Association raise concerns over fuel supply disruptions, demand government declares true status of stocks and urgently engage stakeholders to avert crisis.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

MPs raise concern over rising doping cases

The Sports and Culture Committee has called for strengthening anti-doping systems to protecting the integrity of Kenyan athletics and safeguarding the reputation of the country’s athletes.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

Battle of Titans as students tackle societal issues at drama festival

Students at the 2026 Kenya National Drama and Film Festival are using plays, narratives, and cultural performances to address pressing societal issues.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

DP slot for political survival

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) “Linda Ground” wing, are using the Deputy President slot to negotiate political survival and influence within President William Ruto’s broad-based government.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

Govt to crackdown on age cheating and doping in school sports

Education Ministry to crack down on age cheating and doping in school games and sports, PS Bitok warns teachers who abet the vice will face disciplinary action

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

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Social themes take centre stage as National Drama Festival opens

The 2026 Kenya National Drama and Film Festival in Nyeri is spotlighting pressing social issues as students use the arts to explore governance, environment, and cultural identity.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Clergy call for love, peace and renewal as Christians celebrate Easter Sunday

Kenyans joined Christians across the world in marking Easter Sunday, the most significant celebration in the Christian calendar.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Govt. assures stable fuel supply

Government assures of sufficient fuel stocks despite turmoil in the petroleum sector after top officials resign, Energy CS Wandayi says investigations are ongoing.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Ruto vows crackdown on oil cartels

President William Ruto announce a crackdown on cartels in the oil sector, declaring that his administration will move decisively to dismantle networks manipulating the country’s fuel supply.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

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Moses Kajwang: Governors must be held to account

State of the Nation on auditing governors on corruption in counties

By Mike Kihaki 14 days ago

Court bars KNUT elections pending hearing of case

With the temporary injunction in place, union officials and members will have to wait until the court hears the matter on April 20.

By Mike Kihaki 14 days ago