Author: Maureen Kinyanjui

After 13-year wait, four survivors of post-election sexual violence receive Sh16 million compensation Jul 18, 2025

The payment comes 13 years after the petition was filed and signals a significant milestone in Kenya’s response to sexual violence and the broader str...

Maraga unveils campaign website, calls on Kenyans to rebuild the Nation Jul 18, 2025

The website, built by volunteers, invites citizens to volunteer, share ideas, and donate towards his campaign, which he says is focused on restoring t...

Boniface Mwangi, Agather Atuhaire sue Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania over torture, illegal deportation Jul 18, 2025

At the time of the incident, the two had lawfully travelled to Tanzania to observe the treason trial of opposition leader and lawyer Tundu Lissu.

Murkomen links rising insecurity to weak infrastructure and porous borders Jul 18, 2025

He ordered intensified security operations targeting the financiers and operators of these criminal networks.

IRA deregisters 20 insurance brokers over non-compliance Jul 18, 2025

The deregistration was carried out in accordance with Section 196(A) of the Insurance Act, which provides the legal framework for removing brokers fro...

State House faults 'The Economist' over editorial on Kenya's authoritarian drift Jul 18, 2025

The article, titled “William Ruto is taking Kenya to a dangerous place” and published on July 3, criticised Ruto’s governance style, citing rising cor...

Food security in Africa at risk without increased agriculture budgets, ministers warn Jul 18, 2025

The ministers insist that without adequate funding, Africa will remain vulnerable to food shortages, environmental stress, and economic instability.

Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara released on Sh50,000 personal bond Jul 18, 2025

MP Jayne Kihara’s legal team argued in court that the charges were politically motivated and lacked substance, while the prosecution sought to block h...

Petition to dissolve Parliament, Senate over gender rule forwarded to CJ Martha Koome Jul 18, 2025

The petitioners are seeking the dissolution of both the National Assembly and the Senate, as well as an order compelling political parties to comply w...

Judiciary calls for budget increase, says Sh20 billion deficit crippling functions Jul 18, 2025

Chief Registrar Winfridah Mokaya revealed that the Judiciary received Sh22.42 billion in the 2023/2024 financial year against a required Sh43.17 bill...

Sh540 million loss: Auditor General Nancy Gathungu exposes irregularities in book distribution Jul 18, 2025

The audit uncovered glaring irregularities in how books were distributed to public schools. Some schools received more textbooks than required, others...

2027 countdown: IEBC under pressure as poll deadlines lapse, diaspora demands grow Jul 18, 2025

According to CEO Marjan, the upcoming by-elections will be the first major assignment for the new team and will serve as an early test of the commissi...

Treasury CS John Mbadi faults parastatals for prioritising profits over public service Jul 18, 2025

CS John Mbadi said several agencies are treating government funds as a source of returns, a move he described as a misuse of public resources.

EACC busts Sh10.5 million bribery ring at Treasury, arrests four officials Jul 18, 2025

Those arrested include two Senior Pensions Officers, Henry Odhaimbo Otira and Catherine Muthoni Murage, Chief Clerical Officer Byrson Mark, and Wilken...

Government suspends hardship area classification after public backlash Jul 18, 2025

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku said the Ministry of Public Service and the Ministry of Education have agreed to halt the rollout of th...

Mombasa port posts 8.1 per cent cargo growth despite shipping woes Jul 18, 2025

Between January and June, cargo volumes reached 21.3 million tonnes, up from 19.7 million tonnes in the same period last year, according to data relea...

Rex Masai inquest reveals major gaps in police investigation Jul 18, 2025

The officer confirmed that 128 police officers had been deployed in the city centre to cover the June 2024 protests, with most assigned to protect Par...

CA under fire from MPs over June 25 order suspending live protest coverage Jul 18, 2025

MPs sitting in the Public Investment Committee on Social Services, Administration and Agriculture (PIC-SSAA) challenged the Authority’s action, warnin...

HELB turmoil deepens as Chairperson Ekwee Ethuro, CEO Geoffrey Monari clash over Sh12.9 billion shortfall Jul 18, 2025

In an interview on Thursday, Ethuro claimed HELB is financially healthy, dismissing reports of a funding crisis. But in a separate appearance before M...

DPP seeks Sh2 billion fund to boost justice delivery, promote accountability Jul 18, 2025

Treasury CS John Mbadi explained that the Sh2 billion request forms part of a broader national push to strengthen the justice system and promote accou...

MPs grill Equalisation Fund Board over mismanaged projects, misleading reports Jul 17, 2025

MPs accused the board of approving projects that have little to do with its mandate and presenting inaccurate information on their progress.

Defence CS Soipan Tuya urges Kenyans to protect stadiums ahead of CHAN tournament Jul 17, 2025

CS Tuya affirmed the military’s commitment to delivering quality infrastructure for both tournaments.

World risks losing 20 per cent more wetlands by 2050, global report warns Jul 17, 2025

The report provides clear solutions, backed by data and real-world examples, showing that wetland recovery is achievable and cost-effective if governm...

Justin Muturi reveals how he became AG after initially declining the role Jul 17, 2025

Justin Muturi said he had not sought the AG position when Ruto formed his government in 2022 and was caught off guard when President William Ruto insi...

Over 600 air monitors deployed as Africa’s pollution fight gains ground Jul 17, 2025

The Breathe Cities Nairobi initiative, launched in September 2024, aims to cut air pollution by 30 per cent by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. Nairobi i...

Grief and anger as form three student killed during Saba Saba protests laid to rest Jul 17, 2025

James Wambugu, the last-born child of a Directorate of Criminal Investigations officer, was shot on July 7 in Likii Estate, Nanyuki, after skipping sc...

Ruto: Iconic Jacaranda Grounds to be transformed into stadium by September Jul 17, 2025

President William Ruto announced on Thursday during an inspection of ongoing works on the Savannah–Stage 17 Bridge Road in Soweto. He said the project...

Government to roll out app monitoring civil servants’ attendance, working hours Jul 17, 2025

Ruku said the app will help monitor whether public officers are at their work stations, on leave, attending workshops or absent during working hours.

Treasury CS John Mbadi explains why State shunned subsidy as fuel prices hike Jul 17, 2025

Fuel subsidies previously helped keep prices in check, preventing increases of up to Sh9 per litre for diesel, Sh7 for petrol, and Sh8 for kerosene. B...

That’s not me – police officer accused of shooting Rex Masai claims mistaken identity Jul 17, 2025

Murangiri testified that on the day of the protest, he had been deployed at the main entrance of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) a...

MPs demand action over 9,000 pupils who missed 2023 KCPE Jul 17, 2025

Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi urged Parliament to ensure the affected pupils are facilitated to resit the exam and continue with their education.

Thika awaits Senate verdict on city status push Jul 17, 2025

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi, who led county officials to present the resolution, remains hopeful that the Senate will approve the request.

Don’t bury before autopsies- rights groups say, as they demand speedy, transparent probe Jul 17, 2025

The Law Society of Kenya, the Independent Medico-Legal Unit, and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority have urged for timely, transparent postm...

Nairobi’s air pollution fuelling surge in children’s lung disease, experts warn Jul 17, 2025

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), 600,000 children under 15 years die every year due to respiratory infections linked to air pollution...

Betting crisis: Why Kenya cannot ban popular Aviator game Jul 17, 2025

The legislators are investigating the operations of betting and gaming companies in Kenya, citing a growing crisis of addiction.

Labour CS Alfred Mutua pushes for competency-based learning in adult education Jul 17, 2025

Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua on Wednesday revealed that the ministry is fully committed to transforming adult education into a powerful tool...

Rironi–Mau Summit Road expansion to start August amid contractor uncertainty Jul 17, 2025

CS Davis Chirchir told the Senate on Wednesday that the Public-Private Partnership Directorate is still finalising the procurement process and evaluat...

EduAfya audit uncovers 'ghost students', Sh2.3 billion overpayment Jul 17, 2025

EduAfya programme was launched in 2018 under the National Education Sector Strategic Plan, with the aim of increasing access and equity in secondary e...

Governor Guyo warns leaders against politicising Isiolo tragedies, calls for unity and peace Jul 17, 2025

The Governor acknowledged the county had seen a spike in isolated killings in recent weeks, which he said had created fear and uncertainty among resid...

Sh7 fuel levy used to pay contractors, not raise prices – Treasury CS John Mbadi Jul 17, 2025

CS John Mbadi stressed that the decision was deliberate and well thought out, countering claims that the additional charges had increased fuel prices....

PSs told to submit petty cash audit reports by August 14 Jul 17, 2025

In a letter sent to all PSs, Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo instructed that consolidated audit reports, supported by all necessary document...

Four years on: Auditor General Nancy Gathungu still locked out of NHIF claims system Jul 17, 2025

The administrators of NHIF’s outsourced e-claims system refused to grant auditors access to log files, key records that could confirm whether medical...

Shot from behind: Family mourns fisherman killed in Saba Saba protests Jul 17, 2025

A postmortem conducted at the Naivasha Sub-County Hospital mortuary on Wednesday confirmed that he was shot from behind, with the bullet exiting throu...

Kenya turns to smart tech to curb 44 per cent water losses Jul 16, 2025

The move aims to address the growing non-revenue water (NRW) problem, which stands at 44 per cent nationally, translating to an estimated Sh12.37 bill...

Isiolo MCAs return to tense assembly as failed governor’s impeachment triggers leadership changes Jul 16, 2025

The failed impeachment attempt has triggered a wave of political realignments and disciplinary actions within the Isiolo assembly.

Alliance Girls teacher sent on compulsory leave over sexual abuse allegations as TSC launches probe Jul 16, 2025

This development follows mounting public pressure after a report by African Uncensored brought the allegations to light, sparking national outrage and...

Kenya to introduce mandatory digital ID for online sellers in new e-commerce crackdown Jul 16, 2025

The digital seller identity system will rely on technology to confirm the identity of individuals or businesses selling goods online.

Understanding Kenya Power’s tariff categories and how they affect your token amount Jul 16, 2025

The power utility company is now urging customers to familiarise themselves with how tariff grouping works to better manage their electricity costs.

Sifuna demands Senate probe into stalled Nairobi projects amid concerns over public funds misuse Jul 16, 2025

Senator Sifuna's demand for transparency puts pressure on both county and national officials to explain why projects remain unfinished and what action...

Retailers to benefit as State moves to reduce number of business licences Jul 16, 2025

The decision was made during a meeting between the ministry and the Retail Trade Association of Kenya (Retrak), where top officials from both sides ag...

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