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Kenya to implement instant fines for traffic violations to curb road deaths
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 18, 2025

Chirchir said the new system will use cameras at major junctions to automatically detect offenders and issue fines, cutting down on court backlogs and...

Treasury CS Mbadi: E-procurement rollout will proceed despite High Court suspension
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 18, 2025

CS Mbadi argued that manual procurement systems have been a major source of corruption and revenue loss.

Over 3,300 Kenyans killed in road crashes in first nine months of 2025, NTSA report reveals
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 17, 2025

Pedestrians account for 1,285 deaths, followed by 858 motorcyclists, 568 passengers and 309 drivers.

EACC raids homes, offices of four senior Garissa County officials in Sh1.2 billion graft probe
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 17, 2025

The EACC said the operation forms part of an ongoing investigation into irregularities in the award of county contracts.

Kenya shines in Tokyo, secures second place on World Athletics medal table
Charity Pancras  |  Sep 17, 2025

Kenya’s success in Tokyo cements its place as a global athletics powerhouse.

Africans shine on Day Five of 2025 World Championships in Tokyo
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 17, 2025

Kenya, meanwhile, took the spotlight through Cherotich, who stormed to gold in 8:51.59 to reclaim the title for her nation for the first time since 20...

Kenyan runner Diana Chepkorir suspended over doping violation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 17, 2025

The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) said Chepkorir had been flagged through her Athlete Biological Passport.

Faith Cherotich smashes championship record to win women's 3,000m steeplechase gold at 2025 Tokyo World Championships
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 17, 2025

Kenya’s Reynold Cheruiyot also secured bronze in the men’s 1500m final.

Murkomen says Kenya and Uganda finalising deal to resolve Lake Victoria row
Mary Wambui  |  Sep 17, 2025

Murkomen also announced plans to establish a patrol base at Usenge Beach, which will work with Muhuru Bay and Isebania posts under a multi-agency team...

Court upholds KNEC's lucrative exam distribution tender
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 17, 2025

Justice Chigiti concluded that there were no grounds to overturn the procurement process, confirming that Knec and the PPRB acted lawfully.

LSK faults CS Murkomen over defiance of High Court ruling on masked police officers during protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 16, 2025

LSK has urged the public to report any officers acting in violation of the ruling, saying it is prepared to take legal action against those found culp...

Faith Kipyegon makes history with fourth 1,500m world title at the 2025 Tokyo World Championships
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 16, 2025

Kipyegon's dominant run saw her finish 2.77 seconds clear of the field, extending her unbeaten streak in the 1,500m to 22 consecutive races over the p...

Lobby demands arrest of CS Oparanya after High Court revives corruption case
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 16, 2025

The the lobby said the ruling was a landmark victory against impunity and a clear affirmation that the DPP cannot operate without accountability.

High Court quashes DPP’s move to drop Sh56.7 million graft charges against CS Oparanya
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 16, 2025

Oparanya, had been lined up for trial over claims of conflict of interest, abuse of office, money laundering, and conspiracy to defraud the county gov...

EACC, IPOA partner to ensure corruption-free police recruitment
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 16, 2025

The partnership aims to enhance integrity in the upcoming recruitment exercise and address long-standing corruption concerns within the National Polic...

Tanzania makes history as Alphonce Simbu wins men’s marathon gold at 2025 Tokyo World Championships
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2025

He unleashed a powerful sprint in the final 10 metres to edge Germany’s Amanal Petros, who also finished in 2:09.48, but had to settle for silver.

France’s Gressier wins men’s 10,000m, ending Kenya’s 24-year wait for gold
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 14, 2025

France's Jimmy Gressier stunned the field with a powerful sprint in the closing metres, winning gold in 28:55.77 — his country's first-ever world titl...

Tokyo 2025 medal standings: Kenya & USA on Top, Italy leads overall count
Charity Pancras  |  Sep 14, 2025

Italy currently tops the overall medal count with three medals, two silver and one bronze.

How Kenyans perfomed at World Championships in Tokyo on day one
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 13, 2025

In the women’s 1500m, Kenya showcased its depth and strength. World and Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon cruised through her heat in 4:02.55 to advance...

Faith Kipyegon’s 1500m world record in Eugene officially ratified
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 13, 2025

Faith Kipyegon stopped the clock at 3:48.68, trimming 0.36 seconds off her own record of 3:49.04 set in Paris on July 7, 2024.

Kenya’s mixed 4x400m relay team disqualified despite record run in Tokyo
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 13, 2025

The team of Brian Tinega, Mercy Adongo, Allan Kipyego, and world 800m champion Mary Moraa lit up Heat 2 with a blistering 3:10.73, finishing second be...

Uganda proposes Bill to regulate medicines, supplements and cosmetics
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 13, 2025

The Bill aims to replace the outdated National Drug Policy and Authority Act of 1993 and introduce a modern framework that addresses current health ri...

Africa’s top athletes take centre stage at Tokyo 2025 Championships
Erick Kariuki  |  Sep 12, 2025

More than 2,000 athletes from nearly 200 nations are competing for 147 medals across 49 events, transforming Tokyo’s National Stadium into the epicent...

Inside Sh433 billion drive to cut methane emissions from African farms
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 12, 2025

Without intervention, experts from the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) warn that the emissions could triple by 2050.

Ultimate guide to selecting the perfect scented candle for your home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 13, 2025

One of the most crucial factors in selecting a quality scented candle is understanding the different types of wax and their health implications.

TSC announces strict invigilation guidelines ahead of national exams
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

Supervisors with conflicts of interest will be reassigned, and centre managers will verify the details of all personnel and submit records to KNEC. KC...

World Athletics Championships adjusts marathon start times amid Tokyo heatwave
Amina Wako  |  Sep 11, 2025

The decision, made public on Thursday, comes after temperatures in the Japanese capital reached 33°C this week.

MPs summon Treasury CS Mbadi, PS Kiptoo and PPRA chief over e-procurement system implementation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2025

This follows the annulment of the mandatory use circular by Parliament and a recent High Court suspension.

Government halts overseas medical referrals under SHA to curb abuse by cartels
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2025

The move follows revelations of widespread abuse of the scheme by cartels and unregulated foreign hospitals.

OCS Talaam, five others to remain in custody pending bail application
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 11, 2025

Albert Ojwang died on June 8, 2025, while in custody at Central Police Station. Police initially reported that he had sustained self-inflicted injurie...

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