Kenya Forest Service Stories

KFS refutes land grabbing claims at Menengai Crater, says boundary gazetted
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 07, 2025

The Service emphasised that the areas referenced in the viral posts lie outside the gazetted forest boundary, and that the forest itself remains fully...

LSK announces March 2026 elections for key leadership positions
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 07, 2025

The current Council, which assumed office on 22 March 2024, is completing its two-year term. It is headed by Faith Odhiambo, who became the 51st LSK p...

Kenyan mothers turn to herbal remedies to boost breast milk
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Nov 07, 2025

Fenugreek, locally known as methi among Indian-Kenyan communities, has been used for generations as a spice and postpartum tonic. Fennel seeds have lo...

Rights groups demand repatriation of Kenyan teacher shot dead in Tanzania
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 07, 2025

Amnesty International Kenya, Vocal Africa and Defenders Coalition condemned the ongoing violence, human rights violations and breakdown of the rule of...

Met Department forecasts wet, sunny conditions across Kenya in next five days
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 07, 2025

In the Highlands west of the Rift Valley and the Lake Victoria Basin, counties such as Kisumu, Siaya, Homa Bay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Trans Nzoia, B...

Kenya deregisters 680 rogue job agencies in crackdown on fake overseas recruiters
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 06, 2025

The government’s crackdown follows viral protests and growing outrage from young Kenyans conned out of millions.

Kenyan teenager Damien Odera pens long term deal with Swiss giants FC Zürich
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 06, 2025

The 18-year-old, son of current Murang’a Seal head coach and former Harambee Stars midfielder Osborne Monday, has been part of Zürich’s youth setup si...

Harambee Starlets tactician Odemba scoops SJAK Coach of the Month after WAFCON qualification
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 06, 2025

Odemba guided the Harambee Starlets to a historic second qualification for the 2026 Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

Tusker FC coach Okere predicts fierce clash against Bidco in high-stakes FKF Premier League showdown
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 06, 2025

Coming off a 1-1 draw against Kakamega Homeboyz at Bukhungu Stadium, the Brewers are looking to build on their recent momentum and climb higher from t...

Communications Authority of Kenya takes LSK to court over controversial cybercrime law
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 06, 2025

The Communications Authority accuses LSK of abusing court process as legal battle over Kenya’s cybercrime law intensifies.

IGAD at the heart of Kenya–Ethiopia effort to turn borderlands into hubs of opportunity
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 06, 2025

Kenya and Ethiopia have signed landmark IGAD-backed agreements on health, education, and women’s trade, marking a major step toward turning their once...

Survivors of 1998 Nairobi bombing renew plea for justice, US compensation
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 06, 2025

Survivors say 27 years of silence and broken promises have deepened their pain, urging Presidents Ruto and Trump to finally deliver justice and dignit...

Five traffic cops nabbed in EACC sting operation over bribery on Kisumu–Busia highway
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 06, 2025

EACC said the five were caught actively engaging in constant bribe collection from motorists entering or exiting the border town.

Government dismisses reports of boarding fee increase in public senior schools
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 06, 2025

The ministry’s clarification follows widespread reports indicating that senior boarding schools would begin charging a uniform annual fee of Sh53,554...

SUPKEM refutes claims linking Huruma mosque to affordable housing project
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

SUPKEM clarified that it has partnered with development stakeholders to construct modern income-generating infrastructure on a section of the property...

Elgeyo Marakwet landslide death toll rises to 35 as 16 people remain missing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

Mwaura emphasised that the Government is fully committed to mobilising personnel, equipment, and specialised units to sustain recovery efforts during...

Ngong Road users warned of daily diversions near Junction Mall until December 10
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

KURA urged motorists to exercise caution, follow all traffic signs and obey instructions from police officers and traffic marshals on site.

KEMRI, Health Ministry warn of potential malaria outbreak in Kakamega
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

According to the forecast summary for November-December 2025, Kakamega faces a high risk of malaria epidemic, while Kisii and Nandi are at no risk.

KNH conducts first cochlear implant surgeries on 50 children
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

The surgeries, carried out in collaboration with Moroccan specialists, mark a major milestone in paediatric hearing care, bringing advanced treatment...

MPs push back against Sh10 million road fund cut per constituency
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir, appearing before the National Assembly’s Transport and Infrastructure Committee, defended the pl...

Activists petition Parliament to summon PS Sing’Oei over abducted Kenyans in Uganda
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

They are urging the National Assembly to investigate the circumstances that led to the arrest and abduction of Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, determine...

Treasury CS Mbadi reaffirms Kenyan shilling stability, rejects claims of currency manipulation
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 05, 2025

Mbadi said the steadiness of the shilling reflects prudent macroeconomic management and growing investor confidence in Kenya’s economic trajectory.

Edward Omondi's strike seals Kenya Police win over Sofapaka in coach Stojanovic’s debut
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 05, 2025

The win marked a perfect start for new head coach Dusan Stojanovic, who took charge of the defending champions on Sunday following the departure of Bu...

NCIC dismisses disbandment reports, affirms full operations
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 05, 2025

NCIC Chair Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia said the reports were “incorrect, misleading and a misrepresentation of the facts.”

Kenya launches Sh120 million cochlear implant programme to help deaf children hear
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 05, 2025

The Sh120 million programme at KNH will fund life-changing ear implants for children with severe hearing loss, making advanced treatment accessible un...

KeNHA to map out alternative routes for motorists as Rironi-Mau Summit toll highway plans advance
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 05, 2025

Under the proposed tolling framework, passenger cars will pay Sh8 per kilometre, with the rate increasing by 1 per cent annually.

EACC raids homes, offices of senior Sports officials over Sh3 billion graft claims
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 05, 2025

The operation, conducted pursuant to court orders, is part of ongoing investigations into allegations of unlawful acquisition of public property, amou...

Murkomen urges Turkana to fast-track land allocation for Todonyang immigration post
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 05, 2025

Murkomen said that on September 7, 2018, the Border Control and Operations Co-ordination Committee (BCOCC) sanctioned a survey that identified the nee...

Ruto admits Kenya is rationing electricity, says at least Sh1.2 trillion needed to boost capacity
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2025

Ruto said his government has launched a Sh1.2 trillion investment plan to expand capacity, part of broader efforts to position Kenya as an industrial...

Kenya leads Africa in AI adoption and data privacy - report
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 05, 2025

Despite identifying a lack of technical expertise as the top challenge (48.8 per cent), the report notes that Kenyan firms have defied the odds throug...

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