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Kasipul MP Were murder suspect Ebel Ochieng denied bail after threat against prosecutor
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Jun 04, 2025

In response to the threat, Justice Kavedza ordered increased courtroom security and noted that the accused had threatened to kill the prosecutor.

Sakaja: Nairobi's development stalled by land rate defaulters
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 04, 2025

Sakaja also revealed that residents living in council houses without paying land rates for more than 10 years had been evicted, saying the city had lo...

Azerbaijan opens Nairobi embassy as it marks 20 years of ties with Kenya
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 03, 2025

The embassy, inaugurated on Tuesday, is a visible sign of Azerbaijan's ambitions to strengthen its footprint in sub-Saharan Africa.

Raila hosts Somaliland President Abdirahman Abdilahi in farewell dinner, rekindling ties
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 03, 2025

President Abdirahman described Odinga as "an esteemed statesman and one of the dearest friends of Somaliland".

Government reveals it spent Sh500 million on constructing Homa Bay's Raila Odinga Stadium
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 31, 2025

Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura stated that the modern 12,000-seater stadium was part of the state’s broader plan to promote development in histo...

Eastleigh's California Food Court offers unique dining experience with tasty Halal delights
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 31, 2025

The rice, warm and comforting, had a subtle smokiness that blended seamlessly with the freshness of the vegetables and the chicken, juicy and tender,...

Engineers: Bribe demands, system failures hindering building approvals in Nairobi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 31, 2025

Other engineers described additional frustrations, including delays in payment confirmations and unclear communication channels, which further slow do...

Global temperatures projected to remain elevated until 2029 - report
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 31, 2025

The WMO projects that average near-surface global temperatures for each year between 2025 and 2029 will range between 1.2 degrees Celsius and 1.9 degr...

Three suspects detained in Sh10.4 million Safaricom Sacco fraud case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 30, 2025

Kaburu was arrested in May 2025 at a mall parking lot in Nairobi, while Ombogo and Mugambi were arrested in a lodge at the Namanga border.

Toi Market traders demand fresh public participation on perimeter wall, fire station plans
Barack Oduor  |  May 29, 2025

They are asking for speedy engagement between the county government and the traders, who fear that a delay in modernising the project might see it pol...

Defiant Somaliland opens diplomatic mission in Nairobi despite Kenya’s official objection
Barack Oduor  |  May 29, 2025

Somaliland’s mission in Nairobi serves as its representation office in Kenya, with its key roles including trade and investment, consular services, po...

Court declines bid to halt Nairobi’s Green Army initiative amid labour rights petition
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 28, 2025

Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled that halting the programme at this stage would be premature and instead directed that the matter be heard and determine...

Sh455 billion Mombasa-Nairobi Expressway construction set for early 2026 start
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 28, 2025

The project is being driven by Usahihi Expressway Limited, with Everstrong Capital, a US-based investor, leading the sponsorship and fundraising effor...

Kangemi residents move to court to stop eviction for affordable housing project
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 26, 2025

George Mbugua, speaking on behalf of the affected parties, claims that they are the beneficial owners of land within the Nairobi River Corridor and ha...

Kenya launches panel to review health benefit tariffs, promote equity and cost-effective care
Charity Kilei  |  May 26, 2025

The committee will conduct thorough reviews, analyse Kenya’s disease burden, and provide expert recommendations to inform policy decisions grounded in...

Thunder fall just short in Kigali thriller as BAL debut ends in heartbreak
Erick Kariuki  |  May 26, 2025

Nairobi City Thunder came agonisingly close to ending their debut BAL campaign with a win, but a buzzer-beating three-pointer from APR’s Obadiah Noel...

Nairobi City Thunder win first ever BAL game
Erick Kariuki  |  May 24, 2025

Nairobi City Thunder became the first Kenyan side to win a Basketball Africa League game after an 85-76 upset over South Africa’s Made By Ball - leavi...

Property owners in Nairobi urged to enrol titles in City Hall database
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 24, 2025

The registration process, which targets previously unlisted properties, will be handled at locations spread across the affected wards.

Six arrested as police recover stolen phones worth Sh3 million in Nairobi
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 24, 2025

Nairobi Regional Police Commander George Sedah pointed out that phone theft is increasingly becoming a cross-border crime.

Ruto extends Kibera affordable housing registration by two days
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 23, 2025

The exercise, which was initially set to end on Saturday, has already seen over 11,000 people enlisted.

Nairobi United secure FKF Premier League slot
Erick Kariuki  |  May 23, 2025

Nairobi United are headed to the top flight. A 2-1 comeback win over 3K FC at Dandora Stadium has confirmed their promotion to next season’s FKF Premi...

City residents seek Sakaja’s attention over shrinking parking spaces amid fears of land grabbing
Barack Oduor  |  May 23, 2025

A spot check by the Eastleigh Voice in the CBD on Thursday morning revealed the ongoing struggle for parking. Many motorists were seen circling blocks...

Nairobi City Thunder still eyeing playoff spot in BAL despite winless start
Rama Mohammed  |  May 22, 2025

After a challenging start to their debut Basketball Africa League (BAL) campaign, Nairobi City Thunder remain determined to turn things around. With t...

High court orders Nairobi Water MD Nahashon Muguna to vacate office in five days
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 22, 2025

Eng Muguna's contract as the MD is expiring on May 27, the same date he turns 60, but the NCWSC Board had extended his term in office to May 26, 2028.

Sakaja suspends eviction of over 10,000 Mukuru Kwa Ruben residents to allow for talks
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 22, 2025

The contested 100-acre parcel of land has been at the centre of a dispute between the residents, who have lived in the area for years, and a private d...

City Hall targets matatu chaos with new operating rules
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 21, 2025

According to the draft Nairobi City County Permit to Operate Regulations, 2025, the county official responsible for public transport will decide how m...

Freemasons Society sues Nairobi City County Government over Sh19 million land rate dispute
Carolyne Kubwa  |  May 21, 2025

In the case filed by the Masonic Trustees, the society claims that the county was aware that they were exempt from paying rates.

Mukuru Community Justice Centre condemns alleged forced evictions over affordable housing project
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 20, 2025

The organisation asserted that the actual residents of the area are not among the selected beneficiaries of these housing allocations and alleged that...

Inside the 13,248-unit Mukuru kwa Njenga affordable housing project
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 20, 2025

President William Ruto on Tuesday officiated the handover of 1,080 units, describing the project as a turning point in Kenya’s housing sector.

City Hall seizes Taifa Road parking lot over Sh41.1 million debt
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 20, 2025

The facility, which serves hundreds of motorists daily, will now be managed by City Hall until the full amount is paid.

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