Author: Maureen Kinyanjui

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.

Rival Isiolo speakers face Senate over audit failures Dec 10, 2025

Two rival Isiolo County speakers clashed before a Senate committee over unanswered 2023–2024 audit queries, amid court battles, vandalised assembly of...

Parliament moves to protect consumers from exploitative agreements Dec 09, 2025

Empowering courts to intervene in unfair contracts strengthens protections for small businesses, consumers, and other parties who have historically be...

World Bank warns political interference weakening Kenya’s state-owned enterprises Dec 09, 2025

The report urges the government to strengthen governance frameworks, ensure transparency, and tie public funding to measurable outcomes.

President Ruto opens world’s largest black rhino sanctuary in Tsavo West Dec 09, 2025

The sanctuary now forms the world’s biggest black rhino haven, with 200 rhinos consolidated into a single founder population.

WHO warns tobacco use threatens fertility in men, women Dec 09, 2025

The WHO recommends that healthcare providers give focused guidance on quitting to anyone planning or attempting pregnancy.

NTSA raises alarm as road deaths climb to 4,458 in 2025 Dec 09, 2025

The high passenger death toll has raised concerns over speeding, vehicle overloading, and public service vehicles failing to follow safety regulations...

Why NPSC wants IG’s role in 10,000-officer recruitment overturned Dec 09, 2025

The National Police Service Commission has asked the Court of Appeal to overturn a ruling that let the Inspector-General control recruitment of over 1...

Kenyans criticise plan to rename Kipchoge Keino stadium after President Ruto Dec 09, 2025

Nandi Governor Stephen Sang’s plan to rename Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Kapsabet after President William Ruto has sparked sharp criticism from Kenyans,...

Senate, National Assembly clash on proposed electoral law amendments Dec 09, 2025

Kenya’s Senate and National Assembly are deadlocked over the Elections Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2024, exposing sharp divisions on penalties for IEBC...

IEBC warns low voter registration, apathy could undermine future elections Dec 09, 2025

IEBC Chief Electoral Officer Marjan Hussein Marjan said the apathy, combined with logistical challenges, threatens the conduct of democratic, free, an...

KNCHR raises alarm as over 100 femicide cases recorded in three months Dec 09, 2025

KNCHR says many survivors and affected families are still struggling with incomplete investigations and slow progress on reported cases.

Security beefed up in major Tanzania cities amid Independence Day protest fears Dec 09, 2025

Reports from Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mwanza, and Dodoma indicate an unusually heavy presence of police and military units, with armoured vehicles stati...

Kenya’s 5G users hit 1.5 million as adoption accelerates Dec 09, 2025

The growth rate during this period was far higher than the 5.4 per cent rise seen between April and June, signalling that Kenyans are increasingly tur...

152 officers fail integrity tests as EACC flags widespread ethical breaches Dec 09, 2025

Speaking during the release of the report, Chairperson David Oginde said the past year had seen “significant steps” in strengthening Kenya’s anti-corr...

62 PSV drivers suspended over safety violations, ordered to re-test by NTSA Dec 09, 2025

NTSA directed that all the affected drivers undergo re-testing before they can return to service.

Bill targets unsafe pesticide sales on online platforms Dec 09, 2025

The Bill would require digital platforms to implement verification systems capable of confirming seller certification and product registration before...

EACC intensifies war on corruption, recovers Sh3.4 billion in assets Dec 09, 2025

EACC Chairperson David Oginde said the results reflect better collaboration with prosecutors and stronger evidence standards, signalling progress in c...

EACC seeks access to mobile money data, more powers to fast–track graft cases under new bill Dec 09, 2025

If passed, the law will prohibit anyone convicted of corruption from participating in public tenders for ten years, criminalise influence peddling, an...

Out-of-pocket medicine costs surge amid drug shortages in Kenya Dec 09, 2025

The sudden withdrawal of US funding earlier this year has intensified financial pressure on households, disrupting treatment for chronic conditions su...

EACC report exposes billions lost to corruption in state agencies, counties Dec 09, 2025

The EACC has indicated that these investigations will lead to the prosecution of responsible officials, recovery of stolen assets, and reforms to prev...

Senate Bill proposes two-year deadline for land court cases Dec 09, 2025

If passed, the Bill could greatly speed up the handling of land disputes, giving citizens a clearer path to justice in one of Kenya’s most sensitive a...

MPs back move to amend finance law to align audit timelines with Constitution Dec 07, 2025

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has called on accounting officers to hand in their financial statements within one month after the end of the financial...

Why Beryl was buried facing the gate at the Kang’o Ka Jaramogi home Dec 06, 2025

ODM leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga, Beryl’s brother, addressed the questions surrounding the ceremony, explaining that the family’s decision re...

Kindiki unveils Sh1 billion plan to power 6,100 Marsabit homes Dec 06, 2025

Kindiki noted that electricity access plays a big role in improving education, business and security in places that have long remained underserved.

Health Committee approves Bill criminalising hospital detention over medical debts Dec 06, 2025

Parliament’s Health Committee has approved a Bill to criminalise detaining patients or bodies over unpaid medical bills in Kenya, imposing fines and j...

Uganda signals possible social media shutdown ahead of 2026 polls Dec 06, 2025

As Uganda heads toward its 2026 elections, the prospect of restricting online platforms highlights growing fears over political stability, freedom of...

Interns in public institutions to receive stipends, leave and insurance under new law Dec 06, 2025

Parliament has approved the Public Service Internship Bill, 2022, promising stipends, leave and insurance for interns in public institutions, pending...

Tanzania declares December 9 protests illegal as political tensions persist Dec 06, 2025

Tanzanian authorities have banned December 9 protests, calling them illegal amid post-election unrest, disputed death tolls and international pressure...

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