Ruku appears before NCIC over hate speech claims

Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku grilled by NCIC over hate speech and incitement; commission to deliver ruling next week alongside that of Paul Otuoma, Peter Kaluma.

By Ronald Kipruto 4 days ago

Matiang'i questions Sh2.8bn police uniform tender

Former CS and Jubilee deputy party leader Fred Matiang’i has questioned the government’s decision to procure new police uniforms, arguing use of existing public institutions and capacity.

By Ronald Kipruto 5 days ago

Amnesty Kenya urges state to expedite probe into enforced disappearances

Amnesty International Kenya has called on the government to expedite investigations and bring justice to victims of enforced disappearance and hold perpetrators accountable.

By Ronald Kipruto 6 days ago

Kenya yetu, wajibu wetu: Ruto's message as Katiba turns 16

KATIBA 16: President Ruto says Judicial independence is non-negotiable; calls for institutional independence, saying courts must remain free to interpret the constitution.

By Ronald Kipruto 9 days ago

William Ruto: No Kenyan should die for criticising government

President William Ruto has said no Kenyan should lose their life, liberty or dignity for criticising the Government, expressing an unpopular opinion or taking part in a peaceful demonstration.

By Ronald Kipruto 9 days ago

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How social media is fuelling Kenya's tribal fault lines

Digital misinformation, social media manipulation and toxic tribal profiling are threatening to fracture Kenya’s social fabric, according to a recent report by Code for Africa.

By Ronald Kipruto 11 days ago

Tanzania Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi resigns

Tanzanian Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi announces resignation, cites retirement from active politics and public service.

By Ronald Kipruto 11 days ago

Ruto to critics: Show us what you have done for Kenyans

 President William Ruto told his opponents to focus on their agenda and vision instead of engaging in political rhetoric.

By Ronald Kipruto 13 days ago

Wasaga calls for independent state bodies to curb political intolerance

Advocate Peter Simba has called for independent state institutions to enforce the law without regard to political alliances, saying this would help curb political intolerance.

By Ronald Kipruto 16 days ago

Criminal liability does not expire, Maanzo warns politicians sponsoring goons

Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has warned politicians sponsoring political goons that criminal liability does not expire, urging President William Ruto to end tolerance of poll violence.

By Ronald Kipruto 17 days ago

Kagombe on DCP switch: 'I came here as Saul, but now I have become Paul'

Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe has defended his decision to leave UDA and join DCP, saying the move reflected the wishes of his constituents.

By Ronald Kipruto 18 days ago

Why cereal growers warn Kenya is facing a food crisis

Kenya is facing a food crisis driven by an inefficient market and too few investors, Cereal Growers Association (CGA) Chairman Nahshon Ngetich has warned.

By Ronald Kipruto 23 days ago

Misinformation could distort Kenya's 2027 election, analysts warn

Political analysts have warned that misinformation and disinformation could distort Kenya’s 2027 General Election by pushing voters to choose leaders based on emotion rather than facts.

By Ronald Kipruto 24 days ago

Stop branding rivals 'moles', Kioni cautions opposition leaders

Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni has urged the opposition to close ranks and present a united front against President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 general election.

By Ronald Kipruto 25 days ago

Government sounds El Nino alarm, puts 18 counties on high alert

Gov’t says 18 counties at risk experiencing El Nino from October, Kenya Meteoroligical Service Authority warns that this year’s rainfall will be strong, 97 per cent chance to be felt up to 2027.

By Ronald Kipruto 26 days ago

NTSA steps up footbridge crackdown, arrests 50 pedestrians

National Transport and Safety Authority arrests 50 pedestrians for failing to use Allsops footbridge on Thika Road, arraigned before Milimani Law Courts.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Nyoro: Why Vision 2060 may not match Vision 2030

Former Kiambu Governor James Nyoro has criticised President William Ruto's Vision 2060 blueprint, saying it lacks bipartisan support.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Gynecologists have raised alarm over nurses strike as maternal care suffers

KOGS raises concern over the risk of maternal and child deaths due the  ongoing nationwide nurses strike, citing disruption of healthcare services across the country.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Mandago warns Gachagua against inciting Rift Valley ahead of Nakuru tour

Uasin Gishu senator Jackson Mandago has cautioned the opposition against spreading tribal and divisive politics ahead of the planned Nakuru campaigns.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Ruto defends Vision 2060, calls for national unity in shaping Kenya's future

President William Ruto has defended the proposed Vision 2060 National development plans, urging the nation as a whole to take part in the discussion.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Lawyer defends media's right to election results as Senate weighs livestream ban

Lawyer Ndegwa Njiru says the media has every right to collect election results and report them.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

'Leadership is not measured by insults,' Wiper defends Kalonzo

The Wiper Patriotic Front has defended party leader Kalonzo Musyoka against recent attacks on his development record, saying they are meant to distract Kenyans.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Mechanics recognised for keeping Kenya's farms moving

Keeping the machinery in good working condition is critical to maintaining productivity and preventing costly delays during peak farming seasons

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Kasmuel McOure: ODM has 'nothing to lose' in Mount Kenya

ODM youth league leader Kasmuel McOure says the party has nothing to lose in the Mount Kenya region, arguing it has never enjoyed political support there.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Somalia's opposition leaders call for inclusive political settlement ahead of AUSSOM security transition

Political leaders in Somalia have appealed to AU troop-contributing countries to prioritise an inclusive political settlement before implementing any further security transition.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Njeri Maina: Kenyans on their own, govt orchestrating Ol Kalou violence

Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina has accused the government of orchestrating violence during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

LSK lists Koome, Mwilu among judges targeted in court boycott

Law Society of Kenya lists CJ Koome and DCJ Mwilu among nine judges and judicial officers to be affected by courts boycott on Thursday.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Jubilee condemns Gachagua's call for tourists to boycott Kenya

The Jubilee Party has condemned former DP Gachagua's call for tourists and investors to shun Kenya, warning it would hurt millions who depend on tourism.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

LIVE BLOG: Ol Kalou voters head to the polls as UDA, DCP battle for Nyandarua seat

Voting begins in Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, Nyandarua Conty; IEBC opens 144 polling stations across five wards for 73,480 registered voters.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

No fuel, no problem: Ol Kalou candidate turns up to vote on a donkey

People's Renaissance Movement candidate Timothy Kamau Kariuki arrives at Kieni Primary School in Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County, on a donkey to cast his vote

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Rights group condemns arrest of election observer in Ol Kalou vote

Defenders Coalition condemns arbitrary arrest of rights defender Allans Ademba at Ol Kalou by-election polling station, demands immediate release.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Gachagua calls for disbandment of IEBC

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua accuses govt of trying to bungle Ol Kalou by-election after five polling stations attacked, vows to champion disbandment of IEBC for ignoring irregularities.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

'You have a date with destiny,' Gachagua warns Kanja ahead of Ol Kalou by-election

DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused IG Kanja of losing command of the National Police Service, blaming rogue plainclothes officers for insecurity in Ol Kalou a day before election.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Nyutu: State-backed intimidation tainting Ol Kalou poll

Murang'a Senator Joe Nyutu has accused the government of intimidation in the Ol Kalou by-election, also faulting the (IEBC) for being bias.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Kega reports to police day after alleged attack in Ol Joro Orok

EALA MP Kanini Kega arrives at the Oljororok police station to record statement following Monday attack after DCP Ol Kalou rally.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Sonko gifts Junior Starlets Sh1 million after qualifying for U-17 World Cup

The Junior Starlets booked their place at the World Cup after defeating South Africa's Bantwana 3-1 in the second leg of the final qualifying round, completing a commanding 5-1 aggregate victory.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Ruto says tribal politics derailing development

President William Ruto has assured Kenyans of an all-inclusive country in matters of development, saying no region will be marginalised or left behind.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Conservationists demand halt to Kenya forest excisions

Lobby groups call on government to stop all activities resulting in destruction of public forests, urge public participation and environmental assessment.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

How a new bill could deny gig workers employee protections

Kenyan gig workers have called on government to amend three clauses in the Business Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, saying they favour foreign investors over local worker.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

'Shameful': Orengo hits out at Saba Saba roadblocks

Siaya Governor James Orengo has criticised the government for mounting roadblocks in Nairobi during the 36th Saba Saba Day commemoration, terming the move shameful conduct.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago