Author: Lucy Mumbi

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...

Embassy begins emergency travel certificate registration for stranded Kenyans in Saudi Arabia Dec 02, 2025

Officials noted that the drive will allow affected Kenyans to obtain Emergency Travel Certificates (ETCs), even if they do not have valid passports, p...

State sugar mill leases risk exposing consumers to higher prices - report Dec 02, 2025

A World Bank and CAK report warns that 30-year leases of Kenya’s state sugar mills, after major debt write-offs and grants, may entrench dominance and...

1.13 million Kenyan children out of school amid deepening inequalities – report Dec 02, 2025

An Oxfam report shows 1.13 million Kenyan children are out of school, linking dropouts to deepening inequality, underfunded public schools, teacher sh...

NTSA revives alcoblow, night patrols, mobile courts to curb road accidents during festive season Dec 02, 2025

Kenya has reintroduced Alcoblow tests, night patrols and mobile courts nationwide to curb rising festive-season road deaths, with tougher penalties, a...

Nairobi eyes Sh60 billion annual revenue under National Rating Act Dec 02, 2025

Nairobi plans to use the National Rating Act, 2024 to modernise land valuation, tax all 250,000 parcels and unlock about Sh60 billion yearly, as senat...

Government road repairs fall to six-year low as funding cuts bite Dec 01, 2025

For the first time in almost a decade, road construction and maintenance agencies failed to hit their performance benchmarks, missing the target by 5,...

Senators seek extension for taskforce to tackle Sh80 billion county pension debt Dec 01, 2025

The proposal follows concerns over discrepancies in reported debts and the rising penalties that have pushed total liabilities beyond Sh80 billion.

Top schools flagged for illegal fees and uniform procurement in Auditor General’s report Dec 01, 2025

A report by the Auditor General shows that some parents were forced to pay as much as Sh1.2 million for projects initiated by schools, while others pa...

Ruto orders crackdown on those fueling youth violence, warns of strict legal action Dec 01, 2025

The Head of State emphasised that Kenya is governed by the rule of law and that those who use young men as thugs to cause chaos and harm citizens will...

County governments owe Kenya Power Sh5.67 billion in unpaid electricity bills - report Dec 01, 2025

The utility’s financial results indicate that electricity revenues fell five per cent to Sh219.28 billion, while net profit tumbled by 18.7 per cent t...

Governors sound alarm over looming drought, call for urgent grain and livestock reserves Dec 01, 2025

Kenyan governors warn of a looming drought and urge urgent grain, livestock and hay reserves as NDMA data shows rising hunger, malnutrition and confli...

MPs flag systemic failures undermining Social Health Authority Dec 01, 2025

A National Assembly Health Committee report finds unpaid claims, IT outages, and governance gaps are undermining Kenya’s Social Health Authority and s...

Kenya ranked Africa’s most competitive economy in International Institute for Management Development 2025 Index Dec 01, 2025

Kenya has been ranked Africa’s most competitive economy and 56th globally in the IMD 2025 World Competitiveness Ranking, reflecting structural reforms...

Parliament seeks Controller of Budget control of Sh63 billion Housing Levy to curb misuse Dec 01, 2025

A parliamentary committee wants the Controller of Budget to oversee the Sh63bn Housing Levy, citing legal loopholes, weak sanctions and unauthorised a...

TSC confirms shift to SHA cover for teachers from December 1 Dec 01, 2025

Teachers will start using the new Social Health Authority cover from December 1, 2025, with TSC and SHA assuring uninterrupted treatment and wider acc...

Police probe Kariobangi church clash as six injured in youth fight Dec 01, 2025

The incident occurred as the congregation celebrated the election of David Wanyoike as Kariobangi North Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) following...

Marsabit residents demand reopening of Hillo gold mines amid hunger and job loss Nov 30, 2025

Residents also raised concerns over exploitation by Rota System Limited, the investors at the site, arguing that proper public participation had not b...

NOCK warns Kenyans against buying counterfeit Team Kenya merchandise Nov 30, 2025

Warning comes amid rising commercial interest in Olympic-themed merchandise ahead of upcoming international competitions, with concerns that counterfe...

Civil society sues CS Murkomen, IG Kanja over Natembeya, Khalwale security recall Nov 30, 2025

CS Murkomen said the withdrawal was intended to ensure state-issued firearms were not used to interfere with voting.

Tear gas, running battles rock Kariobangi North as rival groups clash during Gachagua church visit Nov 30, 2025

The confrontation broke out just before noon, prompting police to fire tear gas and shoot into the air to disperse the crowd.

Rift Valley tea producers clash over pricing and representation Nov 30, 2025

A parliamentary inquiry reveals significant divisions among Rift Valley tea producers regarding pricing and bonuses, highlighting demands for fair rep...

Public service pension contributors exceed 500,000 as fund grows Nov 30, 2025

The Public Service Superannuation Fund reports a rise in contributors to over 500,000, with assets increasing to Sh242 billion due to strategic invest...

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