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EBC declares two UDA MCA candidates in Uasin Gishu and Elgeyo Marakwet elected unopposed
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 23, 2025

IEBC confirmed that Tobosei Reuben Kigen of Tembelio Ward, Moiben Constituency, Uasin Gishu County, and Kiprutto Philip Kipkosgei of Metkei Ward, Keiy...

China Road and Bridge Corporation, NSSF endorsed for mega Rironi–Mau Summit Road upgrade
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 23, 2025

The decision follows the evaluation of feasibility studies for the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit (A8) and Nairobi–Maai Mahiu (A8 South) road projects.

Garissa Governor Nathif Jama sounds alarm over Dadaab crisis at IGAD conference
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 23, 2025

Governor Nathif Jama sharply criticized international organisations tasked with managing refugee affairs, accusing them of failing to act despite year...

40 migrants dead, 30 rescued after boat capsizes off Tunisian coast
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 23, 2025

40 bodies, including infants, were recovered, and 30 people were rescued. They were all from countries in sub-Saharan Africa.

IPOA Chair Issack Hassan, Katwa Kigen and 33 others shortlisted for Court of Appeal judge positions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2025

JSC said it will announce interview dates soon and encouraged the public to provide, in writing, any information concerning the shortlisted candidates...

Why Raila declined to sue Miguna Miguna for defamation - Lawyer Mwangi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2025

He added that Raila viewed lawsuits against critics as a threat to freedom of expression and saw tolerance as part of public service.

How Raila picked me to be his legal adviser for 14 years- Paul Mwangi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2025

He described working with Raila as both demanding and fulfilling, saying the ODM leader expected professionalism and independence from his team.

Government to use new AI system in placement of Grade 9 students to senior schools
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2025

The AI-driven system is designed to promote equity and fairness by ensuring that all learners, regardless of their location, get equal chances of join...

Foreign envoys pay tribute to Raila Odinga across Kenyan missions
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 23, 2025

Mudavadi was joined by members of the diplomatic corps, including ambassadors Gisele Fernandez (Mexico), Guo Haiyan (China), T.B.H. Witjaksono Adji (I...

‘Impeach Kahiga’ – Nyeri erupts after governor’s controversial comments on Raila’s death
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 22, 2025

Senator Wamatinga said that although Governor Kahiga had resigned as vice chair of the Council of Governors, he now had a moral obligation to step dow...

‘The weight is over’: KNH doctors remove 20kg of tissue from teen with rare breast condition
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 22, 2025

The removed tissue accounted for 37 per cent of her total body weight, leaving her unable to walk comfortably, attend school, or live a normal life.

KEBS responds to UK travel advisory, says methanol in Kenya ‘too bitter to be consumed’
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 22, 2025

KEBS reassured the public that no methanol in Kenya can be mistaken for alcohol, countering UK warning on poisoning risks.

NCIC to summon Governor Mutahi Kahiga, warns ODM leaders over Bondo remarks
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 22, 2025

In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, NCIC Chair Samuel Kobia said the Commission has received a complaint regarding the governor’s ut...

Government condemns Governor Mutahi Kahiga’s remarks, warns against hate speech
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 22, 2025

The Government, through its spokesperson, Isaac Mwaura, expressed concern over Kahiga’s comments, emphasising that leaders must uphold the values of t...

High Court suspends enforcement of disputed sections of cybercrime law pending petition hearing
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 22, 2025

The court’s decision offers temporary relief to rights activists who argue that Kenya’s new cybercrime law threatens privacy, free speech, and media f...

IGAD Chief urges action over irregular migration, joblessness in Horn of Africa
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 22, 2025

Gebeyehu revealed that more than 1.5 million citizens from IGAD countries migrate to the Middle East and Gulf states annually, through the dangerous R...

Leaders respond to Governor Mutahi Kahiga’s remarks on Raila Odinga
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 22, 2025

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga dismissed Kahiga’s comments, claiming he was not speaking for himself but acting as a mouthpiece for Deputy President R...

Human trafficking ring busted in Nigeria, two women bound for Somalia rescued
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 22, 2025

The suspect and the two victims were handed over to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) for further investigati...

Council of Governors to elect new vice chair following Mutahi Kahiga's ouster
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 22, 2025

CoG chairperson Ahmed Abdullahi condemned Kahiga’s remarks, describing them as “untimely, reckless and unspeakable” at a period of national mourning.

UK warns citizens visiting Kenya, Uganda of methanol poisoning from fake alcoholic drinks
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 22, 2025

Methanol is an industrial alcohol that can be found in antifreeze and paint thinners. In some countries overseas, it is illegally mixed with spirit-ba...

Over 40 people dead after multi-vehicle crash on Kampala–Gulu highway in Uganda
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 22, 2025

The bodies of the deceased have been transported to the same hospital mortuary for post-mortem examinations and identification.

Mutahi Kahiga resigns as Council of Governors Vice Chair, apologises for remarks on Raila's death
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 22, 2025

He apologised to the family of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and to Kenyans.

Governor Kahiga faces uproar over 'insensitive' remarks on Raila Odinga’s death
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 22, 2025

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Chairperson and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga criticised Kahiga, describing his comments as “primitive, insensitive...

Legal storm brews over Kenya’s cyber law as petitioners cry foul on privacy and expression
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 21, 2025

The petitioners argue that the new cybercrime law violates constitutional rights to privacy, free expression, and data protection, and was passed with...

Kenyan CEOs warn of tough times as high costs, taxes squeeze businesses
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 21, 2025

Concerns over taxation also increased sharply, with the proportion of CEOs identifying it as a major challenge climbing from 15 per cent to 19 per cen...

High Court halts Litein Boys High School fire levy row, allows students back after dorm fire
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 21, 2025

In his interim ruling, Justice Joseph Sergon urged both parties to find a practical compromise that would allow students to return to class as the cas...

Maraga blasts Ruto for hurried signing ‘draconian’ laws on day of Raila’s death
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 21, 2025

Maraga, who was flanked by officials of his Green Movement Party of Kenya in Nairobi, said Ruto's action is a mockery of the Constitution and constitu...

Eastleigh’s Sgt. Kahande Street turns hazardous as stagnant water, traffic jams worry locals
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 21, 2025

The flooded section has made movement difficult for both pedestrians and motorists who rely on the road to access Yusuf Haji Avenue and Nairobi’s Cent...

Kenya Magistrates and Judges Association ushers in new leadership team as Justice Mulwa takes over as President
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 21, 2025

Magistrates Rhoda Yator was elected Vice President, Tom Mark Olando took the position of Secretary General, while Hassan Omar Daffa was elected Vice S...

IGAD proposes single digital visa to boost regional trade, travel
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 20, 2025

As it stands, visitors from outside the IGAD region must apply for separate visas to enter each member country, a time-consuming process that has slow...

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