Agnes Wanjiru Nanyuki Stories

Defence Secretary Healey meets Agnes Wanjiru’s niece, reaffirms UK commitment to justice in murder case
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 14, 2025

The meeting comes weeks after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) approved charges against a former British soldier linked to the killing in 201...

Gaza humanitarian crisis escalates as Israel cuts aid over delayed return of dead hostages
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 14, 2025

According to a note seen by Reuters and confirmed by the UN, no fuel or gas will be allowed into Gaza except for specific humanitarian infrastructure...

KDF recruitment reveals alarming substance abuse among hundreds of Garissa youth
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 14, 2025

The high disqualification rate has reignited concerns about youth substance abuse in Garissa, with local human rights activist Mohamed Hussein calling...

Youth from Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, South Sudan urged to lead peace efforts in Karamoja
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 14, 2025

Local leaders, including Lorengkippi Chief Nathan Longorio, praised the initiative, highlighting its deliberate transfer of peacebuilding knowledge fr...

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale faces UDA disciplinary action for supporting rival in Malava by-election
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 14, 2025

The committee said Khalwale’s support for the opposing candidate in Malava has been “open, vocal, conspicuous and substantial” to clearly demonstrate...

Kenya’s stock market reaches major milestone with single-share trading
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 14, 2025

The upgrade from “Restricted” to “Pass” now allows investors to trade in single shares, making the market more accessible to retail participants and b...

Madagascar’s political crisis deepens as President Rajoelina dissolves parliament
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 14, 2025

In an attempt to ease the unrest, Rajoelina sacked his entire government last month, but street clashes have continued, resulting in deadly confrontat...

Government’s increased revenue strategy faulted amid missed targets, public backlash
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 14, 2025

The PBO attributes these missed targets to deep-seated inefficiencies, citing poor implementation of tax policies, weak enforcement mechanisms, and wi...

New certificate of origin rule faces doubts over import undervaluation controls
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 14, 2025

Introduced through the Finance Act 2025, the directive redefines the term certificate of origin as an official document issued by a competent authorit...

Githurai MCA asks EACC to probe Sh17 Million roadworks irregularities
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 14, 2025

The MCA has asked the EACC to investigate whether due process was followed in procurement, whether the payments were aligned with the actual work done...

President Andry Rajoelina confirms he fled Madagascar, citing threats to his life
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 14, 2025

According to AP News, the speech was originally planned for national television but had to be broadcast on Facebook after members of the rebelling mil...

Lenacapavir: A promising breakthrough for HIV prevention in pregnant, breastfeeding women
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 14, 2025

In 2024, 20,105 adults were newly infected with HIV - a sharp rise from 3,353 cases recorded in 2023. Infections among children also surged from 606 t...

Controller of Budget flags 16 counties for concealing true staff expenditures
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 14, 2025

Only eight counties complied with the legal limit: Kilifi (24 per cent), Siaya (26 per cent), Tana River (27 per cent), Nakuru (30 per cent), Kwale (3...

African Union rejects any unconstitutional change of government in Madagascar
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 14, 2025

The AU's Peace and Security Council (PSC) emphasised that the army must "uphold its constitutional mandate and refrain from meddling in political affa...

Venezuela closes embassies in Norway and Australia, opens new ones in Africa amid tensions with the West
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 14, 2025

The decision follows a period of escalating friction between Venezuela and the United States. Washington has accused Venezuelan ships of drug traffick...

Ruto launches Konza smart city phase one, promises 10,000 homes and 10,000 jobs
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 13, 2025

According to the President, over 4,000 Kenyans are currently employed at Konza, with projections for 10,000 jobs in light manufacturing by 2026.

Experts warn developing nations’ debt burden denies millions essential services
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 14, 2025

The appeal comes as many developing nations struggle with high interest rates, currency depreciation, and worsening climate shocks — factors that have...

Kibra MP Orero apologises after ‘takataka’ slur as his driver fined for traffic violation
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 13, 2025

In the widely shared clip, Orero was seen with his driver, George Oduor, referring to the journalist as “takataka” (rubbish). The MP has since express...

Should Nairobi be a county? The capital city's management crisis that refuses to go away
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 13, 2025

Urban planner Peter Ogolla suggested that Kenya should emulate global capitals managed directly by their national governments.

Visa users get first pick as AFCON 2025 ticket sales kick off in Morocco
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 13, 2025

The 2025 tournament is expected to attract thousands of fans from across Africa and beyond.

Rajoelina flees Madagascar as military mutiny and protests escalate
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 13, 2025

The evacuation reportedly followed an understanding reached with French President Emmanuel Macron, though French officials insist they are not interve...

Muinami Street upgrade brings hope to Pumwani and California residents and traders
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 13, 2025

Many expressed relief that the long-awaited construction has finally begun, saying it will ease movement and boost local businesses.

Kenya’s ambassador to Guinea Isaac Parashina presents credentials to junta leader, eyes stronger ties
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 13, 2025

Parashina, who is based in Abuja, Nigeria, serves concurrently as Kenya's top diplomat to Benin, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, a...

Claris Ogangah sworn in as new KNCHR chair, vows to defend rights of all Kenyans
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 13, 2025

Ogangah, in her acceptance speech, announced that she'll ensure that all Kenyans, especially the marginalised and voiceless, are protected and heard.

Kenya’s manufacturing growth slows despite increased borrowing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

The sector’s real GDP expanded by one per cent compared to 3.2 per cent in the same period last year, even as loans to manufacturers rose by Sh17.2 bi...

Parliamentary Budget Office warns government borrowing risks slowing economic recovery
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

In its recent report, the Parliamentary Budget Office highlighted that while private sector credit has shown some gains, continued heavy borrowing by...

Babu Owino: Why I am the best bet for Nairobi Governor
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

The MP noted that despite internal party dynamics within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), he remains committed to the party and its leader, Raila...

Kenya loses Sh194.8 billion annually to illicit financial flows, Transparency International warns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

The report notes that these losses, driven by corruption, trade misinvoicing and tax evasion, are eroding government revenue, limiting social services...

New Bill proposes harsher penalties, mandatory compensation for SGBV offenders
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

The proposed legislation aims to introduce “double punishment” measures, ensuring offenders face both custodial sentences and financial restitution to...

MPs demand full disclosure of public land in legal disputes amid missing title deeds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

The Public Investments Committee on Social Services Administration and Agriculture said the report will guide potential inquiries into ownership and r...

Stay ahead of the news! Click ‘Yes, Thanks’ to receive breaking stories and exclusive updates directly to your device. Be the first to know what’s happening.