Author: Dennis Tarus

Congratulations pour in after Mahmoud Youssouf's AUC Chair win Feb 15, 2025

Kenyan President William Ruto whose candidate Raila Odinga contested in the AUC Chair race was also quick to acknowledge the results.

WATCH: DP Gachagua's Senate impeachment trial Oct 17, 2024

The day will culminate in a debate on the motion regarding Gachagua's proposed removal from office followed by the crucial vote that is set to determi...

WATCH: Senate impeachment hearing of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Oct 16, 2024

The DP is set for a crucial battle in the Senate as he faces 11 charges in an impeachment motion including gross violation of the Constitution, gross...

WATCH: Senate impeachment hearing of Kericho Governor Erick Mutai Oct 14, 2024

Governor Mutai’s political future now rests in the hands of the Senate, as it navigates the allegations against him.

WATCH: DP Rigathi Gachagua responds to accusations in impeachment motion at National Assembly Oct 08, 2024

The process is in accordance with National Assembly Standing Orders No. 64 and 65 relating to the procedure of removal from office by impeachment.

Watch: Launch of Raila Odinga's AUC chair bid at State House Aug 27, 2024

Present are several regional Heads of State and other dignitaries invited by President William Ruto. 

Live blog: MPs vet Ruto's cabinet nominees Aug 04, 2024

The first to appear before the National Assembly Committee on Appointments on Sunday is the Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs CS nominee Hassa...

Live blog: MPs vet Ruto's cabinet nominees Aug 03, 2024

The four-day exercise sees both reappointed CSs and new faces appear before the National Assembly's Committee on Appointments, chaired by Speaker Mose...

Live blog: MPs vet Ruto's cabinet nominees Aug 02, 2024

The four-day exercise sees both reappointed CSs and new faces appear before the National Assembly's Committee on Appointments, chaired by Speaker Mose...

Live blog: MPs vet Ruto's cabinet nominees Aug 01, 2024

The four-day exercise will see both reappointed CSs and new faces appear before the National Assembly's Committee on Appointments, chaired by Speaker...

Ruto convenes Kenya Kwanza PG at State House Jun 18, 2024

The leaders led by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua arrived at State House as early as 7 am.

Safaricom records Sh139.9 billion operating profit May 09, 2024

M-Pesa remained a standout performer, contributing 42 per cent of Safaricom’s service revenue.

Arsenal dealt injury blow as Saka ruled out for three months Apr 01, 2024

Saka had a rare low-key performance at the Etihad and limped off after 78 minutes with the club physio after he appeared to be seen nursing his hamstr...

Kenya's Benda Kithaka wins prestigious global award for cancer prevention Mar 28, 2024

Kithaka is the Founder and Executive Director of KILELE Health, a Kenyan non-profit organisation that promotes cancer prevention and control using the...

JSC appoints Frida Boyani Mokaya as Chief Registrar of Judiciary Mar 19, 2024

Mokaya has over 27 years of experience in the legal profession and before her appointment, she served as the Registrar of the Judicial Service Commiss...

Mar 13, 2024

Student pilot, instructor killed after Safarilink, Cessna aircraft collide in Nairobi Mar 05, 2024

The airline said a scheduled flight was cut short due to a "loud bang".

Rights body Transparency International sounds alarm over withdrawal of graft cases Feb 25, 2024

The two bodies called for EACC to be granted prosecutorial powers which they said would streamline the prosecution process and ensure a more cohesive...

Photos: Ruto opens Kenya Kwanza Executive, PG meeting in Naivasha Feb 19, 2024

The retreat held at the Lake Naivasha Resort is being attended by Cabinet Secretaries, legislatures and other state officials and will run until Wedne...

Wanted fugitive Kevin Kang'ethe rearrested Feb 14, 2024

Kang'ethe was arrested on Tuesday evening in Ngong, Kajiado County.

Four arrested over Embakasi gas explosion Feb 06, 2024

The four include the prime suspect and three other NEMA officials who detectives say were found culpable.

Live updates from Embakasi gas explosion Feb 02, 2024

So far, three people have been confirmed dead and over 200 others injured from the gas explosion.

170,000 Haitian children displaced amid uncertainty over Kenyan police deployment Feb 01, 2024

In less than two weeks, nearly 2,500 people, most of them women and children, have been newly displaced in the capital Port-au-Prince.

Missing Eastleigh girl Rayaan Amin found safe Jan 30, 2024

The family had reached out to the public through social media to help in finding her.

State budget cuts still far from easing Kenya's debt pains - report Jan 29, 2024

In a new report, the Institute of Public Finance (IPF) says that despite cutting budgets to control government spending, high public debt service cost...

Polio vaccination underway in Northern Kenya after outbreak in Garissa Jan 29, 2024

The campaign targets a total of 755,011 children under the age of five across Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa counties.

Ruto to visit Japan in February to bolster bilateral ties Jan 28, 2024

This will be Ruto's maiden visit to the Asian nation since he became President.

Ruto flies to Rome for Italy-Africa summit Jan 28, 2024

Ruto will deliver an address on energy security at the summit as the Chair of the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change...

High Court bars deployment of Kenyan police to Haiti Jan 26, 2024

The judge also ruled that the National Security Council, which includes the President, does not have the power to deploy regular police outside of the...

Court of Appeal stops housing levy deductions Jan 26, 2024

The court also declined an invitation to allow the government to collect the levy pending a hearing of the appeal.

Kenya elected to chair UN Committee on Tourism and Competitiveness Jan 25, 2024

Kenya won the position after two rounds of voting, defeating strong bids from Thailand and Malta.

NYS plans national recruitment from February, warns against corruption Jan 24, 2024

Prospective candidates from Kamukunji and the rest of Nairobi's 16 sub-counties are required to report to the Nyayo Stadium recruitment centre on Janu...

Safaricom restores M-Pesa PayBill service after hitch Jan 23, 2024

Safaricom earlier notified its customers that it was experiencing a recurring service intermittency affecting some of its PayBill payments.

Ruto holds talks with CJ Koome to end Executive, Judiciary standoff Jan 22, 2024

The CJ warned that attacks against the Judiciary were setting up the country for chaos and anarchy but stressed the need for dialogue.

DP Gachagua makes u-turn, says he will not file petition against High Court Judge Jan 18, 2024

Gachagua had claimed that Justice Maina had declared his wealth proceeds of crime without giving him a chance to defend himself.

IMF approves Sh150 billion loan for Kenya Jan 18, 2024

The Executive Board sign-off brings the IMF's total funding commitment to Kenya under all three facilities to more than $4.4 billion.

Kenya, Tanzania agree to resolve KQ flight ban within three days Jan 16, 2024

Tanzania's Foreign Affairs Minister said they had agreed that air travel restrictions between the two countries shouldn’t stand.

National Assembly begins public hearings on Affordable Housing Bill across 19 counties Jan 15, 2024

Some of the counties where the process will be conducted include Nairobi, Wajir, Tana River, Kilifi, Mombasa and Turkana.

Mohamed Egal elected mayor of SeaTac City, Washington Jan 11, 2024

Mohamed has a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Agriculture from the Somali National University in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Three arrested after police seize 196 kilos of bhang in Samburu Jan 09, 2024

66 bales of bhang estimated at a street value of Sh5.9 million were confiscated and have since been secured as exhibits.

1,216 candidates score Grade A in 2023 KCSE exams Jan 08, 2024

Candidates who scored E grade were 48,174.

Government to spend Sh12.8 billion for construction of new classrooms Jan 08, 2024

Machogu said the National Treasury has already released Sh31.34 billion to support learners enrolled in the sub-sector.

Somalia President signs law nullifying Ethiopia-Somaliland port deal Jan 07, 2024

The President said the law is an illustration of their commitment to safeguard our unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity as per international l...

Sudan recalls Kenya envoy over RSF leader General Mohamed Dagalo's visit  Jan 05, 2024

The General is currently in South Africa where he met South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Pretoria.

NEP MPs condemn Ethiopia for violating Somalia's territorial integrity Jan 04, 2024

A section of Members of Parliament from the North Eastern region have expressed their concern over the recent Memorandum of Understanding between Ethi...

"We'll root out corrupt judges", Ruto says as he vows end to end bribery in Judiciary Jan 04, 2024

The president's comments drew sharp criticism from CJ Koome and Azimio leader Raila Odinga.

Nadia Mohamed sworn in as Mayor of St. Louis Park, Minnesota Jan 03, 2024

Her family migrated to Kenya after the civil war in Somalia, and she lived at the Kakuma refugee camp until she was 10.

Ruto: We've triumphed over threat of economic stagnation despite a difficult 2023 Jan 01, 2024

President says Kenya is now in a secure space with regard to the nation's sovereign debt obligations.

High Court halts reposting of teachers to Northeastern region by TSC Dec 31, 2023

The court also ordered TSC to be restrained from taking disciplinary action against its members.

Blow to ex-Judge Chitembwe after Supreme Court dismisses appeal in graft case Dec 28, 2023

The Supreme Court at the same time upheld the gross misconduct finding by the tribunal.

KCSE results to be released in second week of January - CS Machogu Dec 28, 2023

The CS said the compilation, verification and validation of scores are ongoing.

NTSA portal to be shut down for three days to allow for migration of services to eCitizen Dec 27, 2023

The TIMS portal will be shut from Friday, December 29, 2023, at midnight until Monday, January 1, 2024, at midnight.

CS Machogu confirms opening dates for new 2024 school calendar  Dec 25, 2023

Form One students will report to their new institutions on January 15, 2024.

KeNHA announces temporary closure of section of Mombasa Road Dec 24, 2023

The move is meant to allow for the excavation and installation of a cross culvert along the section.

Health Ministry issues advisory to Kenyans ahead of festive season Dec 24, 2023

The CS urged Kenyans to prioritise good hygiene practices to mitigate the occurrence of illnesses caused by consuming contaminated food and water.

El Nino update: Over 94,000 displaced households return home as water levels recede  Dec 24, 2023

Fifty one camps that had been set up to temporarily host Kenyans displaced by floods have also been closed.

TSC reinstates interdicted teachers, sends them back to North Eastern counties Dec 24, 2023

The non-local teachers had refused to return to their schools, citing insecurity in the region.

Former Tourism CS Najib Balala arrested on graft charges Dec 22, 2023

The former CS and two others are set to be arraigned to face 10 charges relating to the construction of the Sh8.5bn Utalii College, Kilifi campus.

David Mugonyi appointed new Director-General of Communications Authority of Kenya Dec 20, 2023

Until his appointment, Mugonyi served as the Head of the Presidential Communication Service.

JKIA blackouts are now a thing of the past - CS Murkomen Dec 20, 2023

The CS said there will now be a seamless transition to backup power during blackouts at JKIA.

Ruto: Kenya will be a visa-free country from January 2024 Dec 12, 2023

Ruto said it shall no longer be necessary for any person from any corner of the globe to carry what he termed as "the burden of applying for a visa to...

Kenya is now out of debt distress - Ruto Dec 12, 2023

The President said the country has had to cut back significantly on expenditure and defer the implementation of critical development programmes to sta...

Loliwe hitmaker Zahara dies at 36 in South Africa Dec 12, 2023

The songbird had been receiving treatment for liver problems that had afflicted her for the past two weeks.

Government announces Elimu Scholarship Programme for vulnerable, refugee learners Dec 12, 2023

Refugee learners, both girls and boys from camp-based schools who attained 240 and 250 marks respectively in the 2023 KCPE exams will also benefit fro...

Ruto pays glowing tributes to Kipyegon, Kiptum after World Athletics Awards triumphs Dec 12, 2023

Ruto described Kipyegon as "an incredible human being, a true champion and a once-in-a-lifetime talent".

Kate Forbes elected President of Red Cross Federation  Dec 12, 2023

Forbes received 88 votes while Kenya's Abbas Gullet came second after receiving 75 votes.

Uhuru meets Chinese Ambassador Zhou Pingjian ahead of 60th anniversary celebrations  Dec 11, 2023

Uhuru conveyed his congratulatory message to the Chinese envoy ahead of the 60th Anniversary Celebrations to mark the Kenya-China relations.

State increases school bursaries under the Constituencies Development Fund Dec 11, 2023

The additional funds will also cater for school feeding programmes, especially in drought-stricken areas.

CS Murkomen seeks police help over possible sabotage after JKIA power outage Dec 11, 2023

The CS on Sunday night said he was forced to make the move considering the frequency of the power disruption, and taking into account the fact that JK...

Ruto: Africa must address barriers hindering youth entrepreneurship Dec 10, 2023

The Head of State said innovation holds the potential to accelerate Africa’s development goals.

NHIF effects new mobile payment changes  Dec 10, 2023

The national health insurer announced that all payments should be made to the Paybill with immediate effect as per the President’s directive for all g...

Newly-appointed Somalia ambassador to Kenya Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle presents credentials to Ruto Dec 07, 2023

The new ambassador affirmed his commitment to building strong ties with Kenya for the mutual benefit of the two nations.

Imported cooking oil safe for consumption - Kebs Dec 06, 2023

Kebs in a statement on Wednesday, said they had sampled, re-inspected and tested the edible oils imported by KNTC.

High Court suspends rollout of new digital IDs Dec 05, 2023

The Maisha Namba requires Kenyans to provide biographical information and biometric data, including date of birth, gender, facial image, parentage inf...

Ruto's State Visit: Key agreements signed between Kenya, India Dec 05, 2023

The President discussed the establishment of India Exim Bank’s regional headquarters in Kenya with its Managing Director Harsha Bangari.

Health, education partnerships to top Ruto's agenda during India State Visit  Dec 04, 2023

Ruto will hold bilateral discussions with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi with discussions spanning areas of agriculture, trade and investment pr...

MPs who went missing during food distribution exercise in Tana River rescued Dec 03, 2023

MPs Ali Wario Shaka (Garsen) and Hiribae Said (Galole) got lost on Saturday evening in Tana River while attempting to distribute food to constituents...

Ruto: We've secured Sh682 billion for green development projects at COP28 Dec 03, 2023

Part of the deal includes a $1.5 billion Green Fertiliser Project between the Kenyan Government and Fortescue Future Industries.

CS Chelugui removes KCC from list of state firms to be sold Dec 01, 2023

The CS said he will now write to the Treasury CS on the issue of the 2019 cabinet resolution.

Traffic police officers banned from carrying firearms while on duty Dec 01, 2023

Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police Mirriam Muli cited misuse of firearms by traffic police officers.

16 more people killed as death toll from El Nino floods in Kenya rises to 136 Dec 01, 2023

Four counties including Tana River, Garissa, Wajir and Mandera have been identified as the worst hit by the floods.

Ruto heads off to Dubai to champion Africa's climate agenda at COP28 Nov 30, 2023

As the Chair of the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change, Ruto is set to deliver a statement on behalf of Africa, high...

Senators now want Sakaja's Pumwani-California rehabilitation project stopped Nov 30, 2023

The residents of the New Pumwani-California estate had written a petition to the County Government of Nairobi requesting that the ownership of the hou...

Kenya Airways to resume direct flights to Mogadishu, Somalia Nov 29, 2023

Kenya Airways has not had active and consistent flights to Mogadishu Somalia since 2006.

Government sets up flood emergency command centre at Nyayo House Nov 29, 2023

The centre will document and report all flood disaster information from across the country following the establishment of a Multi-Agency team due to t...

Kenyans to dig deeper into their pockets as government publishes new health laws Nov 29, 2023

Every Kenyan household whose income is derived from salaried employment will have to pay 2.75 per cent of the gross salary.

UN warns Haiti gang violence spreading, urges speedy deployment of Kenyan-led security forces Nov 29, 2023

Interior CS Kindiki said a pre-deployment mission had been conducted to assess the ground reality, with measures in place to ensure the safety of the...

Inside Kenyan Government's plan to integrate refugees in local communities Nov 29, 2023

The Shirika Plan to integrate 800,000 refugees into local communities will be presented to the Global Refugee Forum next month.

Court halts privatisation of Mombasa, Lamu ports Nov 28, 2023

KPA Managing Director, William Ruto last week told an investors' conference that he was confident that “concession of port assets will attract private...

Blow to Ruto administration as court declares Housing Levy unconstitutional Nov 28, 2023

The court has further barred the government from collecting the levy from employees and employers.

Five candidates shortlisted for NYS Director-General post Nov 28, 2023

The interviews are set to take place next week Monday 4 December 2023 at the NYS Headquarters.

Court halts implementation of Ruto's new Social Health Insurance Fund Nov 28, 2023

According to the new Act, Ruto had proposed all salaried Kenyans pay 2.75 per cent of their income deducted on a monthly basis towards the fund.

Government to sell Kenya Pipeline, KICC and 9 other state firms Nov 27, 2023

Last month, President William Ruto signed a revised privatisation bill into law that makes it easier to sell state enterprises to private companies.

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