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Transporters issue 7-day ultimatum over empty container backlog
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2025

To alleviate the bottleneck, Kifwa has suggested establishing temporary storage yards in Miritini, Jomvu, and Mazeras, allowing empty containers to be...

ICC prosecutors seeks life sentence for Janjaweed commander Ali Kushayb over Darfur atrocities
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 17, 2025

The case stems from the early years of the Darfur conflict, which erupted in 2003 when non-Arab communities rose against the Khartoum government, accu...

Why are so few environmental criminals on Interpol’s ‘most wanted' list?
The Conversation  |  Nov 17, 2025

Interpol’s red notices are one of the few ways to understand international law enforcement priorities. When nations submit a red notice, these alerts...

Rwanda lifts eight-year ban on South African agricultural products
New Times  |  Nov 15, 2025

The ban had been imposed in December 2017 on the importation of meat, dairy and milk products, fruits and vegetables from South Africa.

Kenya’s criminal gangs trace back to independence era, NCIC says
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 14, 2025

After independence, NCIC says the emergence and evolution of criminal gangs was largely influenced by politics, particularly the creation of the Kenya...

NCIC warns of criminal gangs using social media to recruit, mobilise
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2025

Many gangs involve minors, some as young as 11, while most members are between 15 and 35 years old, often armed with knives, pangas, and occasionally...

Six communities dominate jobs in parastatals and public universities, NCIC says
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 13, 2025

They are Kikuyu, Kalenjin, Luo, Luhya, Kamba, and Kisiis, while the least dominant groups include the minority groups like Gabra, Illchamus/Njemps, Re...

Kenya reports decline in criminal cases, police misconduct on the rise
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2025

While the overall number of crimes decreased, offences such as assault, theft, and drug-related crimes remain the most common.

Over 170,000 livestock targeted as Mandera and Garissa ramp up vaccination drives
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 09, 2025

Thousands of herders in Mandera and Garissa set to protect their livestock and livelihoods through coordinated vaccination campaigns.

US ends Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese nationals
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 07, 2025

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on Wednesday that South Sudanese living in the US will have a 60-day grace period to leave before...

Eight arrested in Molo fraud syndicate as police recover hundreds of SIM cards, IDs
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

During the raid, officers recovered hundreds of assorted SIM cards, multiple national identification documents, several mobile phones, and various mot...

Government orders all sugar re-packagers to register by November 17 to curb substandard products
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 04, 2025

The Kenya Sugar Board said the registration will help enhance traceability, tighten quality control and curb the sale of adulterated sugar in the mark...

KCSE enters third week as government steps up efforts to ensure smooth exams amid floods
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said all measures had been put in place to guarantee a smooth and credible examination process despite the o...

Tanzania opposition urges ICC and UN to investigate mass killings after disputed elections
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 02, 2025

Reports indicate that more than 700 people have been killed since protests erupted on Wednesday, after demonstrators took to the streets to contest th...

KNEC enforces strict rules to safeguard 2025 national exams
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 27, 2025

Examination containers will be opened at 6:00 am for both assessments, while the KCSE exams will commence at 7:00 am.

KNEC rolls out smart digital padlocks to secure exam papers and curb leaks
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 27, 2025

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the locks, being piloted for the first time, are linked to the KNEC command centre, allowing officials...

KNEC reinforces anti-malpractice rules as millions of learners to sit 2025 exams
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 26, 2025

According to KNEC CEO David Njengere, approximately 3.4 million learners will be sitting for the KPSEA, KJSEA, and KCSE exams this year.

Education ministry warns against exam cheating as KNEC flags Telegram leaks
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 26, 2025

The warning comes as KNEC raised an alarm over the rampant use of Telegram channels to leak examination papers during the ongoing tests.

Sudan among countries facing widespread mine and explosive contamination – UN report
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 23, 2025

The severe humanitarian impact of explosive ordnance contamination has rendered some land unsuitable for cultivation and increased the risk of civilia...

Nine common household items that could be silent killers
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 19, 2025

Awareness and simple changes can reduce exposure to these hidden household toxins, protecting your health and that of your family.

5.7 million people face food insecurity in Haiti
UN News  |  Oct 12, 2025

A striking 1.9 million – or 17 per cent of the population – are suffering emergency levels of acute food insecurity, which leaves them with food gaps,...

ICC convicts Darfur militia leader Ali Kushayb of 27 war crimes and crimes against humanity
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 06, 2025

In a historic ruling—the first ICC conviction linked to the Darfur conflict—the three-judge panel found Ali guilty of planning and personally particip...

Schools warn national exams integrity at risk as delayed funds disrupt preparations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 06, 2025

School heads say the delays have crippled operations, leaving institutions unable to purchase essential materials and equipment needed for exam sessio...

Sudan war: ICC judges to decide fate of ex-militia leader accused of Darfur atrocities
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 03, 2025

Abd-Al-Rahman, a suspected former leader of the pro-government Janjaweed militia, is accused of 31 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity, s...

How KNEC plans to curb exam cheating in 2025 national examinations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 03, 2025

The council will also pilot digital smart padlocks in 250 exam storage containers. These locks will allow real-time monitoring and reduce the risks of...

World’s largest cruise ship, Legend of the Seas, set for 2026 debut after historic launch
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 03, 2025

The launch involved a 12-hour operation in which 92 million gallons of water, equivalent to more than 140 Olympic-sized pools, were pumped into the dr...

Kenyan, Guyanese nationals indicted in Sh84.1 billion US Health Commodities Diversion Scheme
Mary Wambui  |  Oct 02, 2025

The investigation focused on the approximately $650 million USAID-funded KEMSA Medical Commodities Programme (MCP).

Court orders KCAA to reinstate, compensate ex-employee Sh2.2 million
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 02, 2025

KCAA was ordered to pay her Sh2,221,104, equivalent to six months' salary, as general damages for breach of constitutional and contractual rights.

Court blocks DCI from accessing medical records in Russian war probe
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 30, 2025

The orders will remain in force until October 8, 2025, when the matter will be mentioned for further directions.

High Court dismisses Omtatah’s petition on JSC bias in judge promotions
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 27, 2025

Justice Mugambi concluded that the claims of discrimination and marginalisation were unsubstantiated, affirming that judicial appointments and leaders...

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