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Our oceans are in trouble: how to move beyond the outrage and start taking real action
The Conversation  |  Jun 27, 2025

Habitat loss through coastal development threatens many coastal ecosystems, including estuaries and mangroves, which are vital nurseries for many fish...

Matiang'i blames 'poor leadership' for Kenya's woes upon return from US
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 20, 2025

Matiang’i said Kenya has enough capable leaders and called on all citizens to unite and work toward finding solutions.

IEBC seeks Sh57.4 billion for 2027 polls amidst budgetary concerns
Barack Oduor  |  Jun 13, 2025

The commission plans to spend Sh57.4 billion in the 2027 General Election.

MPs reintroduce criminal penalties for elections held in ungazetted polling stations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 11, 2025

The clause, which was part of the Election Offences (Amendment) Bill, had initially proposed to ban the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commissio...

Thousands join plastic pollution fight as Diani Beach festival kicks off in Kwale
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 10, 2025

The initiative brings together more than 60 partners, including governmental and non-governmental organisations, for a series of workshops, exhibition...

Coast hoteliers urge tougher anti-pollution measures to protect marine life and boost tourism
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 10, 2025

The industry stakeholders voiced concerns over the persistent dumping of waste, including disposable diapers, plastic bottles, and microplastics along...

Nairobi leads in plastic waste despite single-use papers ban as report shows alarming pollution levels
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 10, 2025

Nairobi accounts for a third of all non-recyclable waste in Kenya, with the city’s urban areas producing nearly 30 per cent of daily plastic garbage,...

Ethiopian parliament passes Bill banning single-use plastic bags
XINHUA  |  Jun 05, 2025

According to data obtained from the Ethiopian Environmental Protection Authority, plastic bags constitute 46 per cent of the plastic waste generated b...

Gen Zs are the new force behind shifting consumer priorities, trends - study
Alfred Onyango  |  Jun 03, 2025

Generally, the shifting trend paints a picture of a maturing consumer base, where purchase decisions are increasingly driven by expectations of produc...

Ruto’s government faces backlash as most Kenyans say they’re worse off than in 2022
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 28, 2025

The poll, released on Wednesday, paints a grim picture of the national mood, showing that across all nine of Kenya’s regions, overwhelming majorities...

Most Kenyans expect Raila to run for President in 2027 - TIFA poll
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 28, 2025

The findings come amid growing uncertainty over Raila's political future after joining forces with President William Ruto in forming the broad-based g...

Only 20 per cent of Kenyans believe 2027 General Election will be free and fair - TIFA poll
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 28, 2025

TIFA found that belief in a credible election is deeply divided along political lines.

Workers union warn politicians against threatening IEBC officials ahead of 2027 polls
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 18, 2025

The warning follows recent remarks by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, who suggested that the country could descend into chaos if the IEBC al...

KU Hospital performs first kidney transplants, boosting Kenya’s specialised care
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 10, 2025

The process involved training medical staff at Apollo Hospital in India, acquiring advanced equipment, and forming partnerships to support transplant...

Half of Kenyans unsure about credibility of 2027 General Election - TIFA poll
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 07, 2025

Those surveyed cited political interference as their main concern.

Political turncoats: Why Kenyan politicians only reveal the "truth" when out of power
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 28, 2025

Political analyst Kazungu Katana says that politicians must not be believed even if what they are revealing is true, because they are doing it for the...

City residents living along Nairobi River assured of new homes, not evictions under revitalisation plan
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 28, 2025

Mumo Musuva, the vice-chairman of the Nairobi Rivers Commission, made it clear that the project would not result in the displacement of local resident...

Government delivery will inform 2027 campaigns - Owalo
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 27, 2025

Owalo said the government’s success in delivering on its promises will significantly influence the narrative of future political campaigns.

Martha Karua declares 2027 presidential bid, urges Kenyans to elect woman leader
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 21, 2025

Karua said previous male-led administrations have failed to unite the country.

Matiang'i's presidential bid sparks political storm
Barack Oduor  |  Apr 21, 2025

During a recent Jubilee delegates' meeting in Keumbu, Kisii County, on April 6, Kioni reiterated that the former CS had been cleared to fly the party'...

Journalist Silas Apollo died from blunt force trauma, broken ribs, autopsy reveals
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 14, 2025

The autopsy also confirmed significant internal bleeding as the cause of death.

Court delay deepens pain for 2007-08 post-poll GBV survivors
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 12, 2025

While the appeal was expected to provide clarity and hope, the postponement has instead caused new pain.

Nairobi County cracks down on CBD shops over noise pollution
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 09, 2025

Mosiria emphasised the importance of maintaining a quiet and conducive environment, particularly in an area that is home to learning institutions and...

Uganda’s boda boda bikes are deadly polluters: Study models how going electric could save lives
The Conversation  |  Apr 09, 2025

Air pollution is the second leading cause of death worldwide, causing over 1 million premature deaths each year in Africa. Over 30,000 of these deaths...

EU, poll observers warn of risks in slow election planning
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

EU Ambassador to Kenya Henriette Geiger pointed out that with no IEBC commissioners currently in office, key tasks such as boundary delimitation and p...

ELOG renews push for voter register audit amid fraud allegations
Charles Adinda  |  Mar 19, 2025

ELOG's renewed push follows recent claims by Royal Media Founder SK Macharia, who alleged voter fraud in previous elections, including the 2022 Genera...

NEMA closes factories in Nairobi, Samburu and Kilifi over pollution concerns
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 08, 2025

NEMA stressed the importance of complying with environmental regulations to safeguard the environment while conducting industrial activities.

Duale admits Nairobi River cleanup tougher than expected
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 27, 2025

The CS pointed out that the government initially underestimated the challenge.

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