Author: Lucy Mumbi

Private sector warns against government plan to control business advocacy under new Bill Dec 07, 2025

The Bill, developed by the State Department for Investment Promotion under Principal Secretary Abubakar Hassan, aims to create a legal framework for e...

Health Ministry denies sharing Kenyans’ private medical data under US partnership Dec 07, 2025

Duale said the framework strictly protects citizens’ privacy and focuses only on aggregate-level data, ensuring no individual medical records or ident...

Labour Ministry warns KUPPET over ‘illegal’ election plans using suspended amendments Dec 07, 2025

The warning follows multiple complaints from teachers, who argue that the proposed election framework favours incumbents and violates the court’s stay...

Seven killed in Nairobi-Mombasa highway crash involving matatu and truck Dec 07, 2025

The bodies of those who died have been taken to the Moi Referral Hospital-Voi morgue, and the injured were admitted to the same facility for urgent ca...

Pharmacy Board urges Kenyans to report any adverse drug reactions amid spike in cases Dec 07, 2025

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) said it has recorded 432 suspected incidents between July and September 2025, with the majority involving adults...

Wetang'ula warns EAC arrests over travel documents threaten regional integration Dec 07, 2025

Wetang’ula called on legislators across the region to enact laws that remove barriers to the free movement of people and trade, stressing that unity a...

Women MPs demand swift justice after brutal attack on woman in Meru circumcision procession Dec 07, 2025

KEWOPA said that while six suspects have been arrested, justice must be delivered quickly and fully, and all remaining perpetrators must be identified...

MPs dismiss claims that foreign firms sideline Kenyan transporters Dec 07, 2025

This follows concerns raised by local operators over limited access to contracts and alleged preferential treatment for foreign companies.

University lecturers petition IMF over unpaid wages, SRC interference in Kenya Dec 07, 2025

UASU petitioned the IMF Wage Bill Mission to Kenya over what it describes as persistent breaches of collective bargaining rights and long-standing pay...

Kenya’s electricity demand hits all-time high of 2,439 MW, straining power generation capacity Dec 07, 2025

Kenya Power said the 2,439.06 megawatts (MW) peak recorded on December 4, 2025, marks the highest power demand in Kenya’s history, highlighting the ur...

Nairobi County dismisses claims of parking fee hike amid confusion over new tariff policy Dec 04, 2025

Nairobi County Receiver of Revenue, Tiras Njoroge dismissed suggestions that City Hall is preparing to hike parking charges, saying the county leaders...

Court certifies urgent petition over Sh17 billion waste contract awarded to Ghanaian firm Dec 04, 2025

The organisation is seeking an order compelling the county to provide the requested information at its cost and a declaration that the county’s conduc...

Ruto backs IMF partnership as key to Kenya’s debt, economic reforms Dec 04, 2025

The President also noted that the Fund’s continued engagement has offered vital expertise in managing external debt and technical support across multi...

Senate invites public views on Autism Management Bill, 2025 Dec 04, 2025

The Senate is seeking public views on the Autism Management Bill, 2025, which proposes a national framework for early detection, care and data on auti...

2 per cent of Kenyans own over half of the country’s arable land - KHRC report Dec 04, 2025

A KHRC report finds less than two per cent of Kenyans control over half of arable land, worsening food insecurity, weakening county revenues and deepe...

Petition filed to nullify law restructuring 65 state corporations Dec 04, 2025

A new law restructuring 65 State-owned enterprises in Kenya faces a court challenge, with petitioners arguing it centralises power in the National Tre...

Senate targets KEMSA in plan to turn devolved institutions into executive agencies Dec 04, 2025

A Senate committee has proposed restructuring KEMSA and other state corporations into executive agencies to clarify national-county roles, curb fundin...

Kenya needs 58,590 more teachers for 2026 senior school transition - TSC Dec 04, 2025

Kenya’s TSC projects a shortage of 58,590 teachers for Grade 10 in 2026, with STEM and specialised subjects hardest hit, as over one million learners...

Debt, wages devour 68 per cent of Kenya’s revenue, leaving citizens struggling - KHRC report Dec 04, 2025

A KHRC report says Kenya now spends 68% of ordinary revenue on debt and wages, breaching legal limits and shrinking funds for health, social protectio...

Kenya secures deal with Russia to free citizens recruited to fight in Ukraine Dec 04, 2025

Kenya has reached an agreement with Russia to release Kenyans recruited to fight in Ukraine, after months of talks, with its Moscow embassy already he...

CS Kagwe announces policy overhaul for sugar, tea and miraa to protect farmers’ earnings Dec 04, 2025

Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe detailed 30-year leases for four state sugar mills and wide-ranging tea reforms targeting Sh100 per kilo by 2027, aiming t...

KNEC warns parents over social media scams to alter KCSE, KJSEA scores Dec 04, 2025

KNEC has warned parents, teachers and candidates about social media scams claiming to alter KCSE and KJSEA results, stressing anonymised marking and u...

Kenya sees major boost from visa-free policy as tourist numbers hit 1.8 million Dec 03, 2025

The growth also followed an expansion in international flight services, with several airlines increasing their frequencies into Nairobi and Mombasa. K...

Mandera County declares severe drought emergency as water sources dry up Dec 03, 2025

Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif said the crisis has depleted over 95 per cent of surface water sources, forcing residents to rely almost entirely on bore...

Bill proposes Sh10 million fines, imprisonment for illegal organ harvesting Dec 03, 2025

A new Kenyan Bill proposes fines of up to Sh10 million and 10-year jail terms for unauthorised organ removal, creates a national regulator and follows...

MPs demand SHA clears Sh10 billion in pending NHIF bills within three months Dec 03, 2025

The committee, chaired by Seme MP James Nyikal, noted that reimbursements under SHA have been inconsistent, with some facilities recording no disburse...

Isiolo leaders give Samburu herders 48-hour ultimatum to vacate Chari grazing fields amid surge in killings Dec 03, 2025

Nearly 20 people have been killed in the area since mid-year, alongside others in Gotu, Chaffa Gafarsa and Baranbate on the eastern bank of the Ewaso...

National Employment Authority bans 400 recruitment agencies for fake overseas jobs Dec 03, 2025

Kenya’s National Employment Authority has banned at least 400 recruitment agencies for sending Kenyans to non-existent jobs abroad, amid a wider crack...

IEBC blames police officers for by-election violence, maintains poll largely successful Dec 03, 2025

IEBC Commissioner Alutalala Mukhwana said the commission’s role was largely executed, while the five per cent of unfulfilled responsibilities fell to...

Human rights groups give IEBC, EACC 14 days to address by-election malpractice Dec 03, 2025

Human rights and observer groups have given IEBC and EACC 14 days to act on voter bribery, intimidation and violence in recent by-elections, warning o...

Kenya Railways adds extra Nairobi–Mombasa trains for festive season rush Dec 03, 2025

Kenya Railways will run additional Madaraka Express trains between Nairobi and Mombasa from December 8, 2025, to January 5, 2026, to ease festive-seas...

Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo pleads not guilty to impeachment charges before Senate Dec 03, 2025

Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo has pleaded not guilty before the Senate to two impeachment charges linked to Bunge Mashinani, staff recruitment and med...

DPP tables 88 postmortem reports in Paul Mackenzie murder trial Dec 03, 2025

In an emotional testimony, 60-year-old Titus Ngonyo Gandi recounted how he lost five members of his family during the Shakahola incident, including hi...

Inquiry reveals Mombasa's government buildings still inaccessible to PWDs Dec 03, 2025

Senators have faulted the Lands Ministry over years of inaccessibility in key Mombasa government buildings, demanding timelines for lift repairs, asse...

TSC extends junior school internship contracts by another year despite growing unrest Dec 03, 2025

TSC explained that the extension aligns with the Teacher Internship Policy and Guidelines (2019) and is intended to ensure a smooth transition while p...

Report links Batuk soldiers to rape, abuse and impunity in Laikipia and Samburu Dec 03, 2025

A Kenyan parliamentary committee has linked British Army personnel in Laikipia and Samburu to sexual violence, UXO deaths, injuries and environmental...

Seven arrested over Kariobangi North church chaos as police pursue more suspects Dec 03, 2025

Police added that more arrests are expected once investigators conclude photographic and acoustic analysis reports.

MPs propose part-time roles for TSC chair, commissioners to save Sh70 million annually Dec 03, 2025

Parliament is reviewing a Bill to convert TSC chair and commissioners to part-time roles, aiming to save about Sh70 million annually while expanding r...

State agencies, counties owe Kenya Power Sh4.67 billion in unpaid bills - Auditor General Dec 03, 2025

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu said the unpaid bills cover 140.06 million units of electricity, highlighting persistent revenue collection challenges...

Senate begins two-day plenary impeachment trial for Nyamira governor Nyaribo Dec 03, 2025

Governor Nyaribo was impeached on two grounds: gross violation of the Constitution and other laws, and abuse of office.

Tanzania President Samia defends use of force on protesters, cites ‘attempted coup’ threat Dec 02, 2025

President Samia Suluhu said the deployment was necessary to prevent protesters from toppling her administration, dismissing criticism from neighbourin...

Museums go fully digital as National Museums of Kenya unveils new ticketing system Dec 02, 2025

National Museums of Kenya has launched a cashless eCitizen ticketing system at major sites, giving visitors 30 days to use old tickets as it phases ou...

Over 16,000 in the dark as Kenya Power struggles to procure essential meters, transformers Dec 02, 2025

Kenya Power has repeatedly cited ongoing lawsuits that disrupt procurement processes, alongside challenges in acquiring wayleaves for power lines, as...

Tough decisions stabilised the economy, saved Kenya from shame – Ruto Dec 02, 2025

President Ruto says scrapping subsidies and delaying some debt payments were painful but necessary steps to stabilise Kenya’s economy and avoid a sove...

Home Science hit hard as teachers exit for lucrative private ventures -  TSC director Dec 02, 2025

Kenya faces a 137,500 teacher shortfall, with key subjects like Home Science, Social Studies and Creative Arts hit hardest, as thousands of trained te...

Government commits Sh27 billion to upgrade TVET institutions nationwide Dec 02, 2025

Kenya has allocated Sh27 billion to upgrade TVET institutions and Sh2 billion for fast-tracked funding, targeting two million trainees by 2027 and exp...

MPs push for urgent funding boost for Auditor General’s office Dec 02, 2025

The committee, in its report, called for an increase in the OAG’s annual budget to internationally recognised standards and to the constitutional mini...

122 electrocuted as illegal connections, encroachment rise - Kenya Power Dec 02, 2025

21.7 per cent of the fatalities were caused by faulty wiring at customer premises, 12.2 per cent by structures or activities near power lines and 11.2...

ICC ends 13-year probe into Kenya’s post-election violence as two fugitives remain at large Dec 02, 2025

Although the investigation has formally ended, the ICC said it is not fully disengaging from the Kenya situation. Two active arrest warrants remain in...

Why voter registration in by‑election zones will resume after 28 days Dec 02, 2025

IEBC will restart voter registration in by-election areas only after the 28-day petition period lapses, as opposition signals disputes and the commis...

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