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‘We were told not to cry’: The untold mental health crisis facing Kenya’s men
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 22, 2025

Like many others in his situation, Erick Mwari turned to substances to cope, numbing emotional pain with harmful distractions.

Over 10,000 students in Kamukunji receive bursaries worth Sh71.5 million
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 21, 2025

Speaking at the event, Kamukunji Member of Parliament Yusuf Hassan highlighted the importance of education in transforming lives and addressing povert...

Tears flow as Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan recalls life in exile, activism struggles with Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o
Barack Oduor  |  Jun 20, 2025

Addressing a gathering at a memorial event organised by the University of Nairobi to celebrate Ngũgĩ’s life and work, Yusuf moved the audience with po...

Sudan's new PM Kamil Idris unveils technocrat cabinet, setting up clash with armed factions
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 20, 2025

The PM set the stage for a confrontation with entrenched armed factions that have held sway under previous power-sharing arrangements.

Kenyatta National Hospital on the spot over power struggle at the helm
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 18, 2025

Legislators said the continued absence of Dr Kamuri from committee sessions undermines parliamentary oversight and could point to deeper problems in h...

NEMA shuts down over 200 illegal gold mining sites along River Turkwel in Turkana
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 10, 2025

During the suspension, NEMA will conduct environmental inspections at the affected sites to determine their level of compliance.

RSF capture Um Dehilib in South Kordofan as fighting escalates in Sudan
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 08, 2025

Local media reports indicate that the RSF joined forces with the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North, a militia group led by Abdelaziz al-Hilu, t...

CBK Governor Kamau Thugge sent away by MPs for submitting incomplete diversity reports
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 06, 2025

Dr Thugge acknowledged the shortcomings of his report and accepted responsibility for the oversight. He assured the committee that he would address th...

Sudan’s Prime Minister Kamil Idris dissolves government amid transition push
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 02, 2025

Kamil, who was sworn in on Saturday after being appointed by Sudan’s head of state and army chief, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, did not indicate when the t...

High court bars DCI, DPP from arresting Malala over Kakamega chaos, grants anticipatory bail
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 28, 2025

Malala says he received information on plans to arrest him for hosting his DCP leader, Rigathi Gachagua, at his homecoming party in Kakamenga earlier...

Kampala tops list of most corrupt districts in Uganda – IGG report
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 28, 2025

According to Kamya, Kampala recorded the highest number of corruption cases, totalling 253, between July and December 2024, leading among the 134 dist...

Ex-NFL star Rickey Bolden to lead 22nd National Prayer Breakfast on Wednesday at Safari Park Hotel
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 27, 2025

Known for his compelling storytelling and messages of faith, leadership and moral courage, Bolden will deliver the keynote address at the interfaith g...

Malala given 72 hours to appear before police over Kakamega chaos
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 27, 2025

The incident was triggered when police disrupted Malala's planned homecoming event.

From addiction to advocacy: How one man’s battle with drugs sparked mental health movement
Charity Kilei  |  May 22, 2025

Moved by the number of young men falling into the same trap he had escaped, he founded Chipukeezy—a youth group that uses sports to promote mental hea...

IGAD welcomes Kamil El-Tayeb’s appointment as Sudan’s PM, urges inclusive dialogue
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 21, 2025

The position had remained unfilled since January 2022, when civilian leader Abdalla Hamdok resigned in the wake of a military coup orchestrated by al-...

AU welcomes appointment of Kamil Idris as Sudan's new prime minister
Mwangi Maina  |  May 20, 2025

AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf commended the move by Sudan's junta leader, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, to appoint Kamil Idris, a former UN official...

Nearly half of CBK jobs held by two ethnic groups, Senate told
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 14, 2025

CBK currently has 1,311 employees. Of these, 325 are Kikuyu and 258 are Kalenjin. Luo staff number 139, followed by Kamba (123), Luhya (113), Kisii (9...

President Ruto postpones tour of Ukambani region
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 14, 2025

The visit was slated to commence on Wednesday, May 21. Ruto was set to inspect major development projects such as Konza City, Thwake Dam and Wote Stad...

Uganda to deduct traffic fines from salaries of government officials
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 13, 2025

Additionally, should government officials fail to pay the fines within six months, their vehicles will be auctioned by the state. According to Obiye,...

Moses Kivevu: Farming hero feeding Kiambiu slum against all odds
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 12, 2025

For the residents of Kiambiu, Kivevu's farm has become a vital source of nourishment and a symbol of what urban agriculture can achieve in difficult c...

Sewage crisis deepens forcing Eastleigh traders to wear gumboots at work
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 08, 2025

They now work in stagnant wastewater, which has created an unsafe and unhygienic environment.

Kamukunji residents participate in public debate on proposed NG-CDF law
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 05, 2025

The NG-CDF has faced legal challenges over the years, with critics arguing that it encroaches on county governments' roles.

Niger enters gold refinery deal with sanctioned Kenyan businessman Kamlesh Pattni
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 24, 2025

Pattni himself signed the agreement on behalf of Suvarna. Despite Pattni's controversial reputation, which includes sanctions imposed by the United St...

Kenya on the verge of agreeing with US to scrap 10% import tariff - PS Mukhwana
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 23, 2025

He added that Kenya hopes the agreement will be extended to ensure the continuation of a strong bilateral relationship, noting the urgent need to fina...

Kenya unveils new manufacturing blueprint to double exports by 2028
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 23, 2025

Spearheaded by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) in partnership with the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry, the strategy seeks to...

Bungoma, Kwale County Commissioners' residences declared State Lodges
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 18, 2025

The latest additions offer President William Ruto more options during his countrywide tours.

Banks navigate perfect storm to post Sh181bn in profits
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 14, 2025

This is an improvement from the Sh162.3 billion recorded during a similar period in 2023, underlining the sector’s ability to withstand economic press...

Kamworor and Cherono win Rotterdam Marathon as Biwott shines in Paris
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 13, 2025

Geoffrey Kamworor and Jackline Cherono led Kenya’s charge at the 2025 Rotterdam Marathon, while Bernard Biwott impressed with a personal best to win i...

Street families mark International Day with hope and calls for inclusion in Kamukunji
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 13, 2025

The families were served breakfast and lunch and received free medical checkups.

Isiolo Governor condemns demolition of homes, accuses Isiolo OCS of abuse of power
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2025

The demolitions, carried out by police officers under the command of the Isiolo Officer Commanding Station (OCS) on Friday, left scores of residents h...

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