Author: Maureen Kinyanjui

EACC reclaims Sh21 million public land in Mombasa after 17-year legal battle Dec 13, 2025

The land was first allocated to Isaac Munyi Njeru through an allotment letter dated January 24, 1996, issued without any application.

139 nations back UN General Assembly call for Israel to respect UN sites, international law Dec 13, 2025

The draft resolution, introduced by Norway alongside more than a dozen other countries, was supported by 139 member states. 12 nations voted against i...

UN Security Council adopts resolution to strengthen youth role in peace and security Dec 13, 2025

The resolutio calls on UN member states to deepen their engagement with youth in peace initiatives and to expand national action plans under the Youth...

UN urges Ethiopia and Eritrea to respect border pact amid rising tensions Dec 13, 2025

UN chief Antonio Guterres expressed concern over what he described as “renewed tensions” and urged both countries to step back from hostile actions.

UN Security Council extends sanctions oversight on Al-Shabaab Dec 13, 2025

The renewed mandate allows naval inspections to enforce an arms embargo, restrict charcoal exports, and regulate improvised explosive devices (IEDs) t...

Explainer: How KJSEA 2025 results determine senior school pathways Dec 13, 2025

Kenya has released the 2025 KJSEA results under a new eight-level grading scale. Here is how scores are reported, what the points mean and how they gu...

Djibouti confirms Eritrea’s formal exit from IGAD regional bloc Dec 13, 2025

In its role as the chair in office of IGAD, the Republic of Djibouti said it had taken note of Eritrea’s decision, describing it as a sovereign choice...

Senate launches probe into Ritz-Carlton Maasai Mara project Dec 13, 2025

Nominated Senator Miriam Omar filed a petition citing potential harm to fragile ecosystems, contamination of water sources, and disruption of traditio...

Kenya, Sweden partner to curb billions lost in post-harvest food waste Dec 13, 2025

Trade and Industry PS Juma Mukhwana said the initiative is designed to create a stronger, more reliable food system by promoting value addition and su...

Bus driver recounts fatal crash that killed Cyrus Jirongo on Nakuru–Naivasha Highway Dec 13, 2025

The bus driver, Kamau Githinji, said he was on a scheduled trip from Nairobi to Busia, carrying 65 passengers, when the crash occurred shortly after d...

President Ruto leads nation in mourning former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo Dec 13, 2025

Former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, 64, died in a road accident early Saturday at around 3:00 am along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway when his car collided wi...

Water Resources Authority regulator warns illegal users of fines and jail terms Dec 13, 2025

Kenya’s Water Resources Authority has warned individuals and organisations using water without permits that they face fines, jail terms and prosecutio...

UNEA-7 concludes in Nairobi with bold global environmental commitments Dec 13, 2025

UNEA-7 in Nairobi closed with 186 nations adopting 11 resolutions, a Ministerial Declaration and UNEP’s new strategy, setting a roadmap to tackle clim...

Over 150,000 students fail to progress to Grade 9 under CBC Dec 13, 2025

New KNEC data show more than 150,000 CBC learners in Kenya failed to reach Grade 9, with boys dropping out in higher numbers and similar attrition see...

Former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo dies in early-morning crash along Nairobi–Nakuru highway Dec 13, 2025

Relatives and friends said the former MP was driving himself and was alone in the vehicle. Earlier, Jirongo had met a group of Western leaders in Kare...

Ministry of Lands publishes riparian reserve notice as Nairobi River cleanup intensifies Dec 12, 2025

The Ministry of Lands will begin marking riparian reserves along Nairobi’s river network on 22 December 2025, a legal demarcation drive tied to a Sh50...

President Ruto announces plan to build 60km Nairobi–Thika Expressway Dec 12, 2025

President William Ruto announced on Friday while addressing the country during the 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations at Nyayo Stadium.

President Ruto pitches National Infrastructure Fund as engine for long‑term growth Dec 12, 2025

President William Ruto has signed a new law overhauling Kenya’s state corporations and anchoring a National Infrastructure Fund to channel privatisati...

Ruto approves renaming of Talanta Stadium to Raila Odinga International Stadium Dec 12, 2025

The announcement follows increasing calls for the renaming, which gained traction during the 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations at Nyayo National Stadium i...

Uhuru Park set for food, music and culture as three-day Nairobi Festival kicks off Dec 12, 2025

The festival will run under the theme Experience the Vibe of the City, and organisers have lined up a wide list of activities meant to showcase Nairob...

Indigenous women sound alarm over growing threats from conflict, inequality Dec 12, 2025

Participants urged policymakers, development partners, and human rights defenders to step up efforts to end violence against indigenous women and girl...

Explainer: From Madaraka to Jamhuri, tracing Kenya’s road to freedom Dec 12, 2025

Jamhuri Day, observed on December 12, 1964, celebrates Kenya’s full independence as a republic. “Jamhuri” translates to “republic” in Swahili.

SACCO lending surges to Sh131.8 billion as demand for land, school fees, farm credit rises Dec 12, 2025

Land purchases attracted Sh17.37 billion while housing loans reached Sh15.33 billion, underscoring SACCOs’ critical role in helping members acquire la...

Kenya faces deepening drug shortages as delivery times hit 24 days Dec 12, 2025

Kenya’s public health facilities now wait an average of 24 days for essential medicines, as Kemsa’s fill rate drops to 55 per cent, leaving patients f...

Government eyes handing NTSA’s smart driving licence programme to private investor Dec 12, 2025

The shift comes as authorities try to complete the long-delayed modernisation initiative designed to bring order and reliability to Kenya’s transport...

Kenya losing Sh684 billion in untapped export earnings, KAM study shows Dec 12, 2025

Miriam Bomett, KAM’s head of policy and regulatory advocacy, said the country must address structural and regulatory challenges to close the export ga...

Elephant numbers soar as rare species decline, wildlife census shows Dec 12, 2025

Elephants have increased to 41,952, up from 36,280 in 2021, while black rhinos have grown to 2,102, reflecting a 4 per cent population rise and signif...

Consumers to get more units for less as electricity tariffs decline Dec 12, 2025

The reduction in power costs comes at a critical time, giving households more purchasing power during the holidays and helping businesses lower their...

Gavi to channel vaccine funds directly to Kenya in major policy shift Dec 12, 2025

The change mirrors a recent move by the United States (US), which announced that funding for HIV products will now go directly to governments.

Most Kenyans killed by police were shot in the back while fleeing - IMLU report Dec 11, 2025

An IMLU report says 97 Kenyans were extrajudicially killed by police in a year, most shot from behind while fleeing protests, with Nairobi the epicent...

Commission sounds alarm as new data shows rising gender-based violence in Kenya Dec 11, 2025

NGEC says the statistics reflect a broader national crisis that leaves millions of women and girls vulnerable to abuse.

Kenya records over 1,000 homicides as family and community conflicts rise Dec 11, 2025

Nairobi County reported the highest number of cases at 80, followed by Kilifi with 47, Homa Bay with 42, and Kiambu and Narok tied at 41 each.

MPs to hold public hearings on proposed sale of 15 per cent Safaricom stake to Vodacom Dec 11, 2025

The planned transaction will raise its stake to 55 per cent. The sale of the 15 per cent stake, comprising 6,009,814,200 shares, is expected to genera...

New Bill hands NCIC swift powers to curb hate speech, divisive conduct Dec 11, 2025

A 2025 amendment Bill seeks to give Kenya’s NCIC power to issue prohibition notices, halt harmful conduct within seven days and tighten conflict-of-in...

Weak taxation of wealthy costs Kenya Sh130 billion annually, report finds Dec 11, 2025

A new Oxfam and IPF report finds Kenya loses up to Sh130 billion annually due to weak taxation of the wealthy, limiting funding for key services such...

Counties exposed as Auditor General flags major in emergency preparedness Dec 11, 2025

The report raises serious concerns about adherence to financial management laws, putting millions of residents at risk from floods, fires, famine, dis...

Senate committee approves Bill protecting governors from early impeachment Dec 11, 2025

By setting clear rules, timelines, and communication requirements, the Bill seeks to protect county officials from politically motivated impeachments...

15 Kenyans set for deportation as US labels them 'worst of the worst' Dec 11, 2025

Their alleged crimes include violent offences, domestic violence, fraud, drug-related offences, assault, aggravated assault with weapons, kidnapping,...

UNESCO adds Diwali to global cultural heritage list Dec 10, 2025

With this recognition, Diwali becomes the 16th Indian tradition to join UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

Renewed fighting in South Kivu threatens fragile US-brokered peace deal Dec 10, 2025

Rwanda and DR Congo are accusing each other of violating a new US-brokered ceasefire, as Burundi alleges Rwandan destabilisation, raising doubts over...

Police officers returning from Haiti to be honoured at Jamhuri Day parade Dec 10, 2025

Kanja said including the officers in the national parade would allow Kenyans to recognise the work they carried out in difficult circumstances.

President Ruto confers Senior Counsel rank on 54 top Kenyan lawyers Dec 10, 2025

President William Ruto has conferred the Senior Counsel rank on 54 Kenyan lawyers via a special Gazette Notice, recognising their exceptional service...

Tanzania police issue fresh warning against nationwide demonstrations Dec 10, 2025

The police recalled an update shared shortly after midnight on December 9, in which they assured citizens that joint security and defence teams would...

Nairobi orders staff to submit academic, professional records by January 15 Dec 10, 2025

The county board explained that these directives form the basis of the plan to run a complete review of academic and professional papers for every emp...

Experts urge government to embed health in Northern Corridor infrastructure planning Dec 10, 2025

During peak periods, over 3,500 trucks traverse the Northern Corridor daily, carrying goods while workers confront fatigue and other health risks, acc...

Edible oil imports climb to Sh26 billion on global price hikes Dec 10, 2025

The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) reported that Kenya imported 183,139 tonnes of edible oils during the period, a modest rise from 182,209 tonn...

Parliament to debate Bill ending private settlements in SGBV cases Dec 10, 2025

The Bill’s introduction has reignited national debate over how best to protect victims, prosecute offenders, and ensure that justice is delivered with...

TSC faces Sh5 billion shortfall as teacher promotions stall Dec 10, 2025

Many more teachers become eligible each year, and the lack of adequate resources is threatening to slow career progression and affect the quality of i...

Basuba residents in Lamu East face decades of abandonment, MPs say Dec 10, 2025

The Ward currently lacks chiefs and assistant chiefs, leaving residents without formal leadership or local governance.

Cancer care delays hit KNH as key machines breakdown Dec 10, 2025

KNH has repeatedly faced difficulties with its Linear Accelerator (Linac) machines, which are essential for administering precise radiotherapy.

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