Author: Maureen Kinyanjui

Uganda: One dead, several injured in Iganga campaign violence Nov 29, 2025

Several individuals linked to the violence have been arrested and are now in police custody, as the Uganda Police Force continues to investigate the i...

Government unveils national action plan to boost hazardous threat response Nov 29, 2025

Interior PS Raymond Omollo described the plan as “a testament to Kenya’s resolve to protect its people, strengthen national systems, and ensure that n...

AfDB pledges Sh2.1 billion for new civil engineering, blue economy centre at TUM Nov 29, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the project places TUM at the centre of Kenya’s long-term plan to grow skills in maritime and coastal d...

KNBS data shows uneven food price shifts as inflation dips slightly Nov 29, 2025

Food, transport and household utilities continued to carry the biggest influence on the inflation basket, making up more than half of the weighting us...

MPs push to replace 1974 Standards Act after talks with KEBS Nov 29, 2025

If approved, the new Standards Act will overhaul KEBS operations, tighten enforcement measures and raise the level of consumer protection across the c...

Civil society raises alarm over 2027 election readiness after chaotic by‑elections Nov 29, 2025

The groups say the ugly scenes captured across different regions show that the country is drifting toward a dangerous electoral environment unless ear...

EACC traces Sh22.9 billion, recovers Sh3.4 billion in fight against corruption Nov 29, 2025

EACC said oversight remains ongoing in both national and county spaces, with a focus on reforms, deterrence and recovery of wealth obtained unlawfully...

Parliamentary Budget Office warns Sh2.2 trillion projects at risk over funding delays Nov 28, 2025

The PBO notes that in the current financial year, over a third of the development budget relies on external support, underscoring the country’s depend...

UoN lecturers, workers demand implementation of 2017–2021 CBA Nov 28, 2025

Workers argue that delays in signing and implementing the CBA have left staff struggling financially and facing uncertainty about their professional b...

Deposed Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Embaló flown to Senegal as coup deepens Nov 28, 2025

Senegal’s foreign ministry confirmed that Embaló had been flown in on a chartered military aircraft and was “safe and sound” after Ecowas-led discussi...

AFA orders macadamia traders to declare stocks ahead of harvest ban Nov 28, 2025

The directive follows an earlier advisory issued on November 10, cautioning that macadamia harvested within that timeframe will not be cleared for exp...

ELOG flags electoral violence, ballot secrecy breaches in November 27 by-elections Nov 28, 2025

ELOG urged the IEBC to enforce strict compliance with assisted voting procedures, take decisive action against breaches of ballot secrecy, and scale u...

16 arrested over attack on Peter Kaluma during Kasipul by-election Nov 28, 2025

During the attack, MP Peter Kaluma and his bodyguard were confronted by a group of youths while at the polling station, and his firearm was reportedly...

President Ruto launches Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit, Maai Mahiu–Naivasha road projects Nov 28, 2025

The Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit Road stretches 175 kilometres, while the Nairobi–Maai Mahiu–Naivasha Road covers 58 kilometres.

Harrison Kombe wins Magarini parliamentary seat with 17,909 votes Nov 28, 2025

Harrison Kombe previously lost the seat in 2024 when the Supreme Court upheld the nullification of his 2022 election following a petition by Stanley K...

Murkomen warns perpetrators of by-election violence will face action Nov 28, 2025

The by-elections, conducted in 22 constituencies, were disrupted in certain areas by clashes, property damage, and heightened tensions.

KNEC CEO David Njengere summoned over failure to release withheld KCSE result Nov 28, 2025

The High Court has ordered that the exam result be issued within 14 days from November 25, 2025, ahead of the CEO’s hearing.

Counties intensify pressure on national government over park revenue-sharing model Nov 28, 2025

The push follows the recent handover of Amboseli National Park management to Kajiado, allowing the county to oversee tourism operations and directly c...

Maxine Wahome seeks acquittal as prosecution closes case in Assad Khan murder trial Nov 28, 2025

The court will now consider the defence and prosecution’s final submissions before deciding whether Maxine Wahome faces trial or can be acquitted.

UDA's Ahmed Maalim Hassan wins Banisa by-election, succeeds late brother as MP Nov 28, 2025

Ahmed Maalim Hassan garnered 10,431 votes, defeating his closest challenger, United Progressive Alliance (UPA) candidate Nurdin Maalim Mohamed, who re...

David Ndakwa edges out Seth Panyako as UDA retains Malava seat Nov 28, 2025

David Ndakwa captured the seat with 21,564 votes, outpacing Panyako, who garnered 20,210 votes in what turned out to be a razor-thin finish.

UDA, Wiper and DCP claim key MCA seats in by-elections Nov 28, 2025

Mandera County saw Ahmed Maalim Hassan of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) win the Banisa Ward by-election, obtaining 10,431 votes.

UDA’s Leo Wa Muthende wins Mbeere North parliamentary seat Nov 28, 2025

Wa Muthende secured 15,802 votes, narrowly surpassing his closest rival, Newton Kariuki of the Democratic Party (DP), who garnered 15,308 votes.

Moses Omondi wins Ugunja by-election, extending ODM’s Siaya stronghold Nov 28, 2025

Orodi Odhiambo of the Wiper Party trailed with 1,819 votes in second, while Fredrick Ochiel of the United Democratic Movement (UDM) came third, receiv...

Boyd Were succeeds late father, clinches Kasipul MP seat in sweet victory for ODM Nov 28, 2025

The IEBC confirmed that Boyd secured 16,819 votes, comfortably defeating independent candidate Philip Aroko, who received 8,476 votes.

Treasury’s plan to abolish six development authorities raises fears over 423 projects, 1,500 jobs Nov 27, 2025

According to the Treasury, the targeted agencies have roles that overlap with county governments, prompting the decision to dissolve them. Together, t...

CS Kagwe urges bold reforms in agriculture sector as Intergovernmental Agriculture Forum opens in Naivasha Nov 27, 2025

CS Kagwe reminded participants that IGAF is more than a conference; it is a constitutional responsibility designed to reinforce cooperation and positi...

Governor Sakaja unveils six-borough structure to enhance service delivery Nov 27, 2025

Each borough will be managed by a dedicated borough manager, responsible for coordinating all county services within their area.

Tension as rival camps clash in Mbeere North polls Nov 27, 2025

The election day drama intensified when DP leader and former National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi confronted a man from neighbouring Nyeri, MCA Kir...

Kenya Kwanza adds Sh3 trillion to national debt in three years, CBK reveals Nov 27, 2025

The report indicates that when President Ruto assumed office in 2022, the national debt stood at Sh8.7 trillion in the 2021/22 financial year. By June...

SHA transition sparks tension as teachers cite lack of consultation, legal violations Nov 27, 2025

Teachers’ unions, which earlier indicated openness to the change, now say they have stepped back after receiving widespread concerns from their member...

MPs outline conditions to be met before forests can be degazetted Nov 27, 2025

Section 34 of the Act allows Parliament to revoke the registration of public forests following a petition.

Cases of police misconduct rises despite overall drop in crime -Report Nov 27, 2025

Following a dramatic 70.4 per cent rise the previous year, these offences increased by another three per cent during the 2024-25 review period. The re...

DAP-K’s Seth Panyako alleges assassination attempt, claims attack targeted his family Nov 27, 2025

Seth Panyako said his driver was seriously injured in an attack he alleges was orchestrated by individuals connected to government circles the previou...

Steady voter turnout marks start of Kasipul, Ugunja by-elections Nov 27, 2025

In Kasipul, the main contenders are ODM’s Boyd Were and independent candidate Philip Aroko, though seven other candidates are vying for the seat.

Voting underway in Magarini, Malava, Mbeere North and Banisa Nov 27, 2025

In Banisa, Mandera County, voters began arriving at Banisa Primary School promptly at 6:00 am. This polling centre has four stations, with separate qu...

By-elections: KNCHR warns of rising tension as voting kicks off in 24 contested areas Nov 27, 2025

As part of its role, KNCHR said it had deployed commissioners, staff and field teams in all the areas holding by-elections. These teams will observe t...

CBK warns of rising debt distress, urges fiscal coordination Nov 26, 2025

CBK Governor Kamau Thugge said the country still meets its obligations, but repayment pressures are increasing, and fiscal space is narrowing.

Murkomen warns politicians against deploying supporters to by-election tallying centres Nov 26, 2025

CS Murkomen's remarks followed rising claims by various politicians that they would deploy their followers to monitor the vote count, a move he said o...

Judiciary faces Sh576.6 million pending bills amid budget review Nov 26, 2025

By June 2025, spending had reached Sh22.439 billion, corresponding to an absorption rate of 98 per cent. Recurrent expenditure was nearly fully utilis...

Murkomen defends recall of Natembeya's security detail ahead of Thursday's by-elections Nov 26, 2025

CS Murkomen warned that anyone found hovering around polling stations without a valid reason would be treated as a suspect.

Retirees demand action over Sh4 billion Nairobi Water pension arrears Nov 26, 2025

The retirees say more than Sh4 billion in arrears owed to various pension schemes has left hundreds of families in hardship, while management and coun...

City Hall moves to recognise urban farmers in policy review Nov 26, 2025

Urban farming trends such as balcony and kitchen gardens have grown rapidly, particularly after the Covid-19 pandemic, as families sought alternative...

MPs protest delays in 37 sports academy projects Nov 26, 2025

PS Elijah Mwangi revealed that only 15 academies were under active construction, while the rest faced funding gaps, land disputes, and limited contrac...

Tanzania challenges EU debate on Tundu Lissu and post-election crisis Nov 26, 2025

The government said the issue, which touches on its internal affairs and reputation, was being advanced without allowing Tanzania to respond or correc...

PS Hinga defends Makongeni demolitions, says majority of tenants were paid Sh150,000 Nov 26, 2025

Makongeni Estate, covering 139 hectares under the Kenya Railways Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme, is among Nairobi’s older estates. The redevelopment...

KeNHA orders removal of illegal structures, unapproved billboards along highways Nov 26, 2025

Encroachments along road reserves have long posed challenges, often creating traffic hazards, blocking drainage systems, and disrupting planned road e...

IEBC warns voters against photographing ballots, violence as by-elections near Nov 26, 2025

Commissioner Alutala Mukhwana said officers in uniform and plainclothes will be stationed in sensitive areas to monitor developments and prevent any d...

Kenya secures Sh407 million grant to upgrade Mau Summit–Malaba Road Nov 26, 2025

The grant will support a full feasibility study for a proposed public-private partnership (PPP) project aimed at improving the 243-kilometre stretch t...

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