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Kenya’s envoy Mohamed Ruwange presents credentials to Saudi Crown Prince amid recall uncertainty
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 01, 2025

Should Ruwange—who has yet to complete the standard four-year ambassadorial term—be recalled, his replacement could wait nearly a year or more to pres...

Ex-MUA Insurance CEO threatens legal action over defamation, contract breach
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 01, 2025

They added that a PwC forensic audit commissioned by MUA cleared her of any wrongdoing, stating there was no evidence of intentional concealment or di...

Victor Wanyama joins FIFPRO Global Player Council to shape future of world football
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 30, 2025

The council gives active players a voice in key discussions on employment standards, the international match calendar, player welfare, online abuse, a...

Former Chesumei MP and Boston Marathon winner Elijah Lagat dies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 30, 2025

Known for his commitment to dialogue and inclusivity, Elijah Kiptarbei Lagat consistently engaged with his constituents to ensure their voices were he...

Hailstorms, floods devastate farmlands in Tigray, Amhara regions
Addis Standard  |  Sep 30, 2025

In the Amhara region, flooding, hail, and landslides during the rainy season have also caused widespread destruction. In Meket Woreda of North Wollo Z...

China, Zambia and Tanzania seal Sh181 billion deal to revive Tazara rail link
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 29, 2025

According to Zambia’s government, the funding will cover the refurbishment of the rail line as well as the purchase of locomotives, passenger coaches,...

KWS probes suspected poisoning of six lions in Maasai Mara
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 29, 2025

KWS said four of the animals have fully recovered, while the remaining two continue to receive close medical monitoring.

Autism explained: What science says about causes and concerns
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 27, 2025

Autism spectrum disorder affects communication, interaction, and perception. WHO estimates nearly 62 million people worldwide, about 1 in 127, live wi...

New Bill proposes Sh5 million fine for false wealth declarations in State appointments
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 27, 2025

If passed, the new Bill would close gaps in the process by ensuring all declarations are verifiable, making it harder for nominees to rely on unverifi...

CS Oparanya calls for mergers to stabilise small SACCOs, strengthen sector
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 26, 2025

Currently, Sasra only oversees Saccos with deposits of Sh100 million or more, leaving many smaller co-operatives under the Commissioner of Co-operativ...

Austine Odhiambo returns as McCarthy names final squad for World Cup qualifiers
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 26, 2025

The Gor Mahia playmaker, regarded as one of the most creative talents in the SportPesa League, is back as Kenya aims to end its qualification journey...

Government condemns death of Kilimani domestic worker, calls for swift justice
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 25, 2025

Kavayo reportedly died following harassment and abuse by her employers while performing her duties in Kilimani, Nairobi.

Matatu SACCOs to transform into transport cooperatives in new regulatory overhaul
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 25, 2025

The move, which is part of regulating the Sacco industry, requires that those genuinely engaged in savings and credit business apply to be regulated b...

Paracetamol and vaccines not linked to autism, says WHO
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 25, 2025

The global health body emphasised that autism remains a complex condition influenced by a mix of genetic and environmental factors, with no single cau...

75 per cent of the world’s poorest children live in Sub-Saharan Africa - report
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 24, 2025

In 2024, the findings show that over 311 million children in the region lived in households surviving on less than $3 (Sh388) a day, the revised globa...

New Bill seeks wealth declarations from non-teaching staff in public schools
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 24, 2025

The proposed amendment has reignited wider scrutiny of governance in education, with critics questioning whether reforms should target individual staf...

Saudi Arabia's Grand Mufti, Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah al-Sheikh, dies
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 24, 2025

The Royal Court confirmed his death in a statement, noting that funeral prayers were held at Riyadh's Imam Turki bin Abdullah Mosque after Asr prayers...

Families of 21 boys killed in Hillside dorm fire sue state and school for negligence, cite violation of right to life
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 24, 2025

Parents accuse them of negligence, dereliction of duty and failing to enforce safety standards in schools, arguing that the September 5, 2024, tragedy...

Proposed law seeks to protect street hawkers from harassment and regulate trade
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 24, 2025

If passed into law, the Bill will help county governments manage street vendors and hawkers, who have long protested against harassment and other unfa...

ICC charges ex-Philippine President Duterte with crimes against humanity
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 23, 2025

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested in Manila on March 11 and has been held in ICC custody in the Netherlands since then, though...

30 years of advancing gender equality: Achievements, setbacks, and the road ahead
UN News  |  Sep 23, 2025

Some 708 million women are excluded from the labour market by unpaid care work. Even those who work are pushed into lower paid jobs. Women are exclude...

Ethiopia’s two bids at democracy have failed: What it will take to succeed
The Conversation  |  Sep 22, 2025

The country has two unfavourable choices: support a non-democratic government to consolidate political order and then gradually help it achieve democr...

Arab League welcomes Britain, Canada and Australia's recognition of Palestine
XINHUA  |  Sep 22, 2025

Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul-Gheit said the move also aligns with the demands of the people in those countries to support the Palestinian...

Maraga condemns "misuse of public funds" through government empowerment programmes
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 21, 2025

Maraga condemned what he described as the blatant diversion of taxpayers’ money for political purposes.

Kenya officially submits bid to host 2029 or 2031 World Athletics Championships
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 20, 2025

Speaking from Tokyo, where he met World Athletics President Lord Sebastian Coe, CS Mvurya stressed that the bid is anchored on strong leadership, gove...

Sudanese artists display exhibitions in Nairobi to rally for peace
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 20, 2025

Exiled Sudanese journalist and human rights defender Khalid Mohammed told the Eastleigh Voice that the exhibition is significant because it tells the...

Reports of UAE visa ban on Ugandans false, says envoy
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 19, 2025

The clarification follows widespread speculation that the UAE - a key destination for Ugandans seeking employment opportunities - had introduced restr...

Activists seek ban on dangerous pesticides threatening health, bees and exports in Kenya
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 18, 2025

The case cites evidence linking exposure to highly hazardous pesticides to severe health complications, including cancers, neurological disorders, rep...

Kenyans can now get police clearance certificates at select Huduma Centres
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 18, 2025

Previously, applicants were required to visit the Directorate of Criminal Investigations headquarters in Nairobi or regional DCI offices to collect th...

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