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Weatherman warns of continued heavy rains, strong winds across Kenya until Monday
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 06, 2025

The advisory also warns of strong southerly to south-eastern winds, particularly in coastal areas and in parts of the South-eastern lowlands, North-ea...

IPOA probes police shooting that left three dead in Narok
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 06, 2025

The victims were reportedly shot after police allegedly opened fire on a group of individuals said to have invaded private land within the Angama Cons...

Content creators give BCLB 48-hour ultimatum to suspend gambling ad ban
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 05, 2025

While acknowledging the need to address gambling concerns in the country, they said a total ban would not produce the intended results.

Women lead sanitation drive in Tana River to curb cholera ahead of floods
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 04, 2025

With technical guidance and financial backing from the Supporting Community-Led Response initiative, more than 300 households constructed latrines and...

Kenyan Muslim organisations launch Sh5.4 million Udhiyah programme for Gaza amid deepening humanitarian crisis
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 04, 2025

The donation will fund the Gaza-Udhiyah programme, which involves the slaughtering of cattle in Egypt.

Five-minute breakfast: Make the perfect avocado toast
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Jun 04, 2025

You do not need to be fancy; just ripe avocado, good bread, and a pinch of salt are enough to give you a powerful start.

Showers and sunshine: Mixed weather patterns expected across Kenya this week
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 03, 2025

Areas expected to receive rain include the Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, the Lake Victoria Basin, the Central Rift Valley, and coastal c...

Tanzanian police chief Faustine Mafwele accused of leading torture, abduction of activists
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 02, 2025

According to reports, Mafwele, aged 47, is accused of leading a criminal gang involved in numerous human rights abuses, including extrajudicial killin...

Mother’s struggle mirrors Kenya’s youth nicotine crisis amid flavoured product surge
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 02, 2025

The World Health Organisation warns that tobacco use remains the leading preventable cause of death globally and a major contributor to noncommunicabl...

Helpless in the face of hunger: Gaza families pray for deliverance – or death
UN News  |  Jun 01, 2025

Nothing encapsulates the despair more than Zeenat’s final plea: “Let the war end. Give us a break. Otherwise, let all countries come together and drop...

Arab ministers slam 'Israel's obstruction' in decision to postpone West Bank visit
DW News  |  Jun 01, 2025

The ministers slammed the reported Israeli decision, calling it a "flagrant violation of Israel's obligations as the occupying power," the ministry ad...

More than 20 Palestinians killed at aid distribution site — reports
DW News  |  Jun 01, 2025

At least 21 were killed and scores more injured, according to a Red Cross field hospital and numerous witnesses, cited by The Associated Press.

Betting firms to finance rehabilitation of addiction victims under proposed gambling law
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 01, 2025

The government argues that it cannot continue shouldering the cost of addiction treatment while betting firms rake in billions in profits without taki...

Eight fruits and vegetables Kenyans should avoid putting in the fridge
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 31, 2025

Storing certain fruits and vegetables in the fridge can do more harm than good, affecting their taste, texture, and nutritional value.

Rise of matcha: The bright green craze that’s more than just a trend
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 31, 2025

With its bold, earthy taste, creamy texture, and promises of everything from better focus to glowing skin, matcha is more than just a photogenic latte...

IEBC nominee Hassan Noor confirms Junet Mohamed kinship, vows no bias if appointed
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 31, 2025

While the committee noted that being related to a political leader is not inherently problematic, they underscored that such a relationship must be ta...

IEBC nominee Hassan Noor: Commission is “not an island”, it can't operate in isolation
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 31, 2025

Hassan emphasised that the IEBC functions within a broader framework of government and must work closely with other institutions to ensure credible el...

IEBC commissioner nominee Hassan Noor: I was a solution during 2007/2008 crisis, not the problem
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 31, 2025

During the 2007 crisis, Hassan was the Provincial Commissioner for Rift Valley.

Watch: Nominated IEBC commissioner Fahima Abdalla faces vetting panel
Dennis Tarus  |  May 31, 2025

Fahima, 32, holds a Masters of Arts degree in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi and a Bachelor of Commerce degree in acco...

IEBC commissioner nominee Mukhwana dismisses fears over lawyers causing divisions in electoral body
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 31, 2025

Mukhwana said what matters is mutual respect among commissioners, not their professional background.

Watch: Nominated IEBC commissioner Francis Aduol faces vetting panel
Dennis Tarus  |  May 31, 2025

Aduol is a former Vice-Chancellor of the Technical University of Kenya (TUK), serving the institution between 2013 and May 2023.

IEBC commissioner nominee Moses Mukhwana: My legal work for ANC was not political
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 31, 2025

Mukhwana said his involvement with the party was limited to legal consultancy and not political decision-making.

Watch: Nominated IEBC commissioner Hassan Noor Hassan faces vetting panel
Dennis Tarus  |  May 31, 2025

Hassan was nominated by President William Ruto on May 8, 2025, as part of the process to reconstitute the electoral body.

Duale suspends licences for distribution of nicotine products, orders re-application in 21 days
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 31, 2025

All individuals and companies previously licensed must reapply within 21 days and provide full compliance documentation.

Watch: Nominated IEBC commissioner Moses Mukhwana faces vetting panel
Mercy Asamba  |  May 31, 2025

Moses Mukhwana was nominated by President William Ruto on May 8, 2025, as part of the process to reconstitute the electoral body following the expiry...

Digital creators push back on new gambling advertising guidelines
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2025

The content creators said the decision to ban influencers from gambling promotions was made without proper consultation.

How to make yummy loaded fries at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  May 30, 2025

The popular dish, known for its generous toppings and bold flavours, is easier to make than most people think.

Wanyama withdraws from Harambee Stars squad for Chad friendlies, Austin Odhiambo called up
Erick Kariuki  |  May 30, 2025

Initially named in the squad for the matches scheduled to take place in Morocco on 7 and 10 June, Wanyama has since been excused, citing “personal com...

Outdated laws, illegal sites threaten betting oversight despite Sh96.7bn revenue
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2025

While these numbers highlight the financial contribution of betting to the economy, the BCLB warned MPs that the fast-growing industry is difficult to...

State bans celebrities, influencers from gambling ads in sweeping reforms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2025

Outdoor advertising is limited to electronic billboards, with a cap of two ads per hour per operator. Formats such as wall branding or bus wraps are p...

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