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Motorists Association of Kenya decries state plan to inspect private vehicles older than four years
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jun 24, 2025

According to the Ministry of Transport, the proposal aims to enhance road safety, reduce harmful emissions, and ensure vehicles remain roadworthy.

MPs raise alarm over 60 years of statelessness in Kenya, back recognition for Pare, Chuka communities
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 19, 2025

The DG noted that Kenya had in recent years recognised previously stateless groups such as the Makonde, Pemba, Shona, and Kenyans of Asian descent aft...

Kenya Railways nears completion of Sh4.2 billion Mombasa SGR terminus, 26km city link line
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 16, 2025

Once operational, the upgraded line will enable Madaraka Express passengers and users of all seven SGR stations in Mombasa to reach the central busine...

Judiciary vows security reforms one year after Makadara Magistrate Kivuti’s shooting
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 16, 2025

Magistrate Kivuti was shot while presiding over a court case, an incident that shocked the nation and exposed critical security lapses within judicial...

Budget execution at risk as Treasury misses revenue target, funding delays persist
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 07, 2025

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has confirmed that the World Bank cash will now arrive at least a month later, after delays in passing...

Parliament awards itself Sh48 billion amid austerity, service cuts
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 05, 2025

The budget approved by the Budget and Appropriations Committee allocates Sh28.6 billion to the National Assembly, Sh8.2 billion to the Senate, Sh9.4 b...

DPP granted more time to decide on charges for four filmmakers linked to BBC's 'Blood Parliament' documentary
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 28, 2025

When the matter came up for a mention on Wednesday, a senior prosecutor applied for adjournment, saying they needed more time to make a decision on wh...

Why you shouldn’t make your bed right away, and what science says about it
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 27, 2025

Making your bed too soon after getting up could be creating a cosy haven not just for you, but for millions of microscopic organisms, specifically, du...

Treasury CS Mbadi invites public input for June 12 Budget Statement
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 22, 2025

The budget will cover the 2025/26 financial year and aims to address economic recovery, the cost of living, job creation, and the government’s develop...

How to make flavourful Swahili coconut fish dish samaki wa kupaka at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 18, 2025

Whether you are by the ocean or in an urban apartment in Nairobi, you do not need to travel to Mombasa to enjoy this dish.

Rwanda denies destabilising eastern Congo, accuses DRC government of fuelling unrest
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

Rwandan government spokesperson Yolande Makolo responded by blaming the Congolese government for destabilising the area through support of armed group...

Makuto: What Kenya can learn from Rwanda’s professional volleyball system
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 16, 2025

Kenyan international Elphas Makuto has lauded Rwanda’s professional volleyball structure after a successful season with Rwanda National Police VC, urg...

Activists want Ruto’s appointment of Prof Makau Mutua declared unconstitutional
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 14, 2025

The petitioners argue that the creation of the office and appointment were unconstitutional due to their financial implications and the alleged failur...

Roads take lead again as state boosts budget to Sh171.9 billion in infrastructure push
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 09, 2025

The survey reveals that most of the funds have been channelled toward improving trunk and primary roads, upgrading secondary and minor roads, and main...

Treasury CS Mbadi: No legal cap on number of presidential advisors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 07, 2025

Mbadi said the Constitution only limits the number of Cabinet Secretaries, not advisors, and that the president is fully within his rights.

From studio to cell: Filmmakers arrested over BBC exposé narrate ordeal in hands of police officers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

In an interview with investigative journalist John-Allan Namu, Wambugu recalled arriving at Denver’s office around 3 pm and spending about 30 to 45 mi...

Kivutha Kibwana: How I survived assassination attempt while serving as Makueni Governor
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

During his tenure, a witness in the petition to suspend the Makueni County government revealed that Kibwana had narrowly escaped an assassination atte...

Outrage forces state to release 'Blood Parliament' filmmakers amid fears of more exposés
Barack Oduor  |  May 03, 2025

Following the arrest of the four filmmakers, Kenyans online expressed their displeasure and frustration, with many believing their involvement in the...

Freed but not silenced: Fury erupts over arrest of BBC filmmakers behind Gen Z protest exposé
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

The creative industry and civil society have interpreted the police action as part of a broader pattern of repression targeting independent voices tha...

Police release four filmmakers arrested over BBC documentary ‘Blood Parliament’
Mary Wambui  |  May 03, 2025

The film that exposed the identities of some of the security officers behind the shootings that led to the killings triggered a public outcry and cond...

Inside Kivutha Kibwana’s legacy of people-centred governance before going back to lecture halls
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

His transition into politics came when he became the Member of Parliament for Makueni Constituency, eventually serving in various senior state positio...

KNLS seeks Sh112m to revamp ageing libraries amid staff shortage and expansion plans
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 02, 2025

Nzivo said that the library service is struggling with a serious staff shortage, operating with only 165 employees against a required 317.

From critic to advisor: Prof Makau Mutua defends Ruto's appointment amid backlash
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

He added that he would not be distracted by those questioning his appointment, stating that many of his critics would likely have accepted such a posi...

President Ruto appoints Prof Makau Mutua as Senior Advisor on Constitutional Affairs
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 30, 2025

Ruto said Prof Mutua, who is a close ally of ODM leader Raila Odinga, brings vast experience in legal, constitutional, and human rights matters to the...

Opposition leaders accuse Ruto government of extrajudicial killings and land grabbing, reject IEBC process
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 29, 2025

They alleged that organised land fraud has become a national crisis, perpetrated by syndicates protected by the police and a judiciary they believe is...

How religious extremism in Kenya reflects delayed reforms and weak law enforcement
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 26, 2025

The Musyimi taskforce recommended the formulation of a policy framework to deal with religious extremism, sects and cults to ensure transparent and re...

Civil Society raises alarm over credibility of 2027 polls following shortlisting of Ruto allies
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 24, 2025

Professor Ogolla questioned how the Dr Makanda-led panel arrived at what he described as “a shortlist resembling a selection of regime loyalists.”

Four feared dead as makeshift video cafe collapses into septic tank in Bamburi
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 21, 2025

The café had been constructed above the aged septic tank, which caved in under the weight of the occupants.

Iconic Malian musician Amadou Bagayoko of Amadou & Mariam dies at 70
Reuters  |  Apr 05, 2025

Their 2004 album "Dimanche a Bamako" (Sunday in Bamako) put them on the international map and the 2008 release "Welcome To Mali" was nominated for the...

Campbell Scott case: Murder suspect to face trial as co-accused becomes state witness
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Ingonga dropped charges against Mutinda, who has been directed to assist the police in capturing two other suspects who remain at large.

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