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High Court grants ex-Gor Mahia star Gattuso Sh1 million bond in child murder case
Joseph Ndunda  |  Sep 17, 2025

Gattuso and his co-accused, Silvia Aoko, are charged with killing a three-year-old girl in April 2024 in Nairobi’s Lucky Summer area.

Audit uncovers 50,000 ghost learners in secondary schools as verification hits 50 per cent
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 17, 2025

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok told the National Assembly’s Education Committee, chaired by Julius Meli, that the verification exerc...

Kenya’s coffee export earnings jump to Sh37.7 billion in 2023/2024
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 17, 2025

The country’s coffee reached key global markets, including Belgium, the USA, Germany, South Korea, and Sweden, demonstrating Kenya’s strategic presenc...

Autopsy confirms fatal head injuries on construction worker found dead at Talanta Stadium
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 16, 2025

Vocal Africa CEO Hussein Khalid said the family, which is now demanding justice, believes the fatal injuries may be linked to disputes over unpaid wag...

Juja MP George Koimburi charged in Sh10 million land fraud case
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Sep 15, 2025

Senior Principal Magistrate Robinson Ondieki released the MP on a cash bail of Sh100,000.

Probe launched after body of missing construction worker found at Talanta Sports Stadium
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2025

Kyengo, reported missing on September 6, was found in a water sump behind the stadium terraces under construction, raising questions over possible fou...

TSC deregisters 69 teachers over sexual abuse and misconduct
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2025

TSC Director of Legal, Labour and Industrial Relations Cavin Anyuor said the commission had received 111 cases, ranging from sexual relations with lea...

Ex-Alliance Girls teacher accused of sexual abuse found guilty of misconduct, TSC says
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 15, 2025

TSC Director of Legal, Labour and Industrial Relations Cavin Anyuor told the Senate Education Committee that an investigation conducted on July 25, 20...

Sudan conflict: AU, IGAD support three-month truce and inclusive civilian transition plan
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 14, 2025

In a joint statement on Sunday, the AUC and IGAD expressed support for calls made on Friday by the Quad—comprising Egypt, Saudi Arabia, the United Ara...

Inside Ruto’s bag of goodies aimed at appeasing frustrated Kenyan teachers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 14, 2025

The meeting at State House, Nairobi, brought together more than 10,000 teachers, union leaders and school heads’ associations, who pressed the governm...

Ruto reserves 20 per cent of affordable housing units for teachers
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 13, 2025

The President also defended his decision to host teachers at the State House, stressing that the event was not a political gathering but a forum to de...

Simple steps to making a creamy cappuccino at home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 13, 2025

Whether it is a chilly morning or a mid-afternoon slump, this comforting drink offers the perfect pick-me-up.

Uganda Law Society condemns killing of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu, says East Africa’s rule of law under siege
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Sep 12, 2025

In a statement released on Thursday, ULS President Isaac K. Ssemakadde said Mbobu’s death was “not merely a loss to the legal fraternity but a grievou...

Ultimate guide to selecting the perfect scented candle for your home
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 13, 2025

One of the most crucial factors in selecting a quality scented candle is understanding the different types of wax and their health implications.

Kenya condemns Israeli airstrike on Doha, says it violates Qatar’s sovereignty
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2025

The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs called for restraint, terming the strike a violation of Qatar’s sovereignty and incompatible with the Uni...

73% of Kenyans believe government not doing enough to stop abductions, extra-judicial killings - TIFA Report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2025

The findings show that a clear plurality of Kenyans, 35 per cent, believe the police and other state security agencies are mainly responsible for extr...

Over 30 aid workers kidnapped in South Sudan this year
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 11, 2025

They added that several of the hostages were later freed after ransom payments were arranged through local intermediaries.

Hope for farmers as Taita Taveta embarks on coffee revival plan
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2025

Many of the county’s more than 5,200 coffee growers abandoned their plantations between 2017 and 2018 after years of poor earnings, pest attacks, and...

How tuition fee cut is forcing universities to rethink survival strategies
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2025

The survival plans, anchored on numbers and increased government support, are designed to ensure universities continue to operate effectively despite...

Fear and mistrust keep police abuse victims silent, report finds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2025

The study paints a grim picture of public confidence in criminal justice institutions, with only 14.3 per cent of respondents saying they trusted the...

Kenya wastes Sh72 billion worth of food annually, leaving millions hungry - report
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2025

According to the findings, Kenya loses up to 36 per cent of maize, 23 per cent of potatoes, 34 per cent of fish and as much as 56 per cent of fresh fr...

IPhone 17 redefines selfies with AI-enhanced front camera and smart framing
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Sep 11, 2025

The selfie camera now supports 4K video at 60fps, along with cinematic stabilization, making it ideal for vloggers, influencers, and remote workers re...

CS Kabogo proposes removal of wayleave fees to speed up fibre expansion
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 10, 2025

The issue of wayleave fees has been contentious, with state agencies and counties frequently clashing.

DCI refutes harassment claims by Human Rights Watch official Otsieno Namwaya
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 09, 2025

DCI dismissed the claims a day after Otsieno Namwaya, the Associate Director of Human Rights, spoke to The Eastleigh Voice about his alleged harassmen...

Justice and Equity Council backs suspension of Ruto’s compensation panel
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 09, 2025

In a statement, the group urged courts to fast-track cases related to police accountability, including petitions seeking reparations for victims of ab...

Africa urges wealthy nations for $50 billion annual climate support amid rising crises
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Sep 08, 2025

AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said Africa’s exposure to climate shocks, such as droughts and floods, was undermining development and...

Human Rights Watch official Otsieno Namwaya says police target him instead of rights abusers
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 09, 2025

Speaking exclusively to The Eastleigh Voice on Monday, Namwaya alleged he was facing harassment and intimidation because of his work.

Kenya's voluntary NSSF contributions drop by 47 per cent to Sh1 billion
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 08, 2025

Data from the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA) shows that members’ additional voluntary contributions fell by Sh906.7 million in 2024, declining to...

Schools enter third week without capitation as 98 per cent submit enrolment data
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 08, 2025

The verification, which began last week, follows a special audit report by the Auditor General that revealed billions of shillings may have been lost...

The high cost of waste: Nairobi's landfills and the hidden toll on human health
Charity Kilei  |  Sep 07, 2025

For residents in areas such as Dandora, Majengo, and Shauri Moyo, these are not just eyesores—they are health hazards that slowly and silently erode q...

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