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Daniel Sakari finds his footing as Harambee Stars battle to crucial draw with Angola
Erick Kariuki  |  Aug 08, 2025

Speaking after the game, full-back Daniel Sakari, who was involved in the build-up to the winning goal against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),...

Kenya marks 27 years since 1998 US embassy bombing with renewed pledge to fight terrorism
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 07, 2025

To commemorate the anniversary, the National Counter Terrorism Centre on Thursday reaffirmed its dedication to keeping Kenya safe and preventing futur...

Informant misled KWS in search for missing Lake Nakuru fisherman Brian Odhiambo, says Director General
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 07, 2025

KWS Director General Dr Erastus Kanga told MPs that the informant issued false directions during a site visit to Lake Nakuru before admitting he did n...

Ex-CJ Maraga slams government over e-Citizen scandal, says public funds were looted with impunity
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 07, 2025

Maraga demanded that the government publicly reveal all local and foreign bank accounts used to siphon money through eCitizen and ensure that the acco...

Turkana County launches project to train 1,250 youth as community digital champions
Issa Hussein  |  Aug 08, 2025

According to the county government, applicants seeking to become community digital champions must be residents of the community, active smartphone use...

Ruto signs laws to regulate gambling, shorten tenure of roads agency bosses
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 07, 2025

A key highlight of the new law is the introduction of a minimum bet threshold of Sh20. Any operator who permits bets below this amount risks a fine of...

IEBC sued for inaction on MP recall petitions, accused of violating voter rights
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 07, 2025

IEBC reiterated its support for the principle of recall, but noted that there is currently no valid legislation in place to facilitate the process for...

Eastleigh traders decry soaring taxes during meeting with KRA officials
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 07, 2025

Traders said delays in offloading and clearance of consignments have worsened, resulting in higher storage fees and increased costs for final consumer...

ODPP opposes bail for ex-SSU officers accused of abducting, killing two foreigners and Kenyan driver
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Aug 07, 2025

The officers are accused of involvement in the disappearance and suspected killing of two foreign nationals, Mohamed Zaid Sami Kidwai and Zulfiqar Ahm...

Lamu court sends strong message on defamatory online posts after blogger's conviction
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 07, 2025

In his detailed ruling, Magistrate Mulama pointed out that Mwendwa’s use of the term mwanaharamu—a word the court recognised as highly offensive and s...

IEBC proposes shared broadcast signal to restore trust in 2027 polls
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Aug 07, 2025

IEBC CEO Marjan proposed the idea as a solution to the confusion that arose during the 2022 elections, when multiple media houses independently tallie...

Zambia, Malawi citizens to pay up to Sh1.9 million visa bond to enter US
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 07, 2025

The bond scheme, set to take effect on August 20, requires applicants from the two southern African nations to deposit between $5,000 (Sh644,424) and...

Ethiopian Airlines soars with eight per cent revenue growth despite global disruptions
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Aug 07, 2025

Cargo operations also played a key role in the airline's performance, with 785,323 tonnes of freight moved over the period under review.

US-Kenya ties: Nairobi walks diplomatic tightrope amid deepening ties with China, Iran
Mwangi Maina  |  Aug 07, 2025

But Kenya's apparent pivot to China has caused considerable unease in Washington. President Ruto's April 2025 state visit to Beijing came at the heigh...

Fraud suspects found with dozens of ID cards, SIM cards and electronic gadgets detained
Joseph Ndunda  |  Aug 07, 2025

Police Constable Marvin Gachemi told a Makadara court that Mwangangi had initially been reported for fraud. During his arrest, officers allegedly reco...

Schools warned against transporting students outside legal hours during Meru music festivals
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 06, 2025

The restricted hours were introduced following a spate of deadly accidents involving school buses and were intended to enhance road safety for student...

Schools forced to fundraise after Ministry of Education fails to release festival funds
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2025

The national event has been marred by reports of last-minute fundraisers, stranded learners and schools withdrawing from the festival due to a lack of...

Kenyan communities speak out as Verra moves to reform controversial carbon credit system
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 06, 2025

Chief Justice Martha Koome has emphasised the need for courts to remain alert when dealing with land and carbon rights, ensuring communities benefit f...

Severe aid cuts endanger lives in Ethiopian refugee camps hosting over 395,000 South Sudanese
Mary Wambui  |  Aug 06, 2025

The steep decline in support—largely due to global funding reductions from key donors such as USAID—has severely strained access to essential services...

Ruto defends China trade relations amid US Senate scrutiny of Kenya’s global ties
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2025

Ruto acknowledged that the evolving relationship with China had caused discomfort among some of Kenya’s traditional Western allies, but maintained tha...

Calls grow to disband Kenya’s police service over corruption, brutality and failed reforms
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2025

Vocal Africa, a civil rights advocacy group, stated that the police force has become a symbol of impunity and should be replaced by a devolved structu...

Two men charged with stealing Sh1.1 million in blood collection kits from Kenyatta National Hospital
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Aug 06, 2025

The magistrate released them on a Sh400,000 bond with an alternative cash bail of Sh200,000 each.

Oparanya faults counties for SACCO liquidity crisis, says non-remittance crippling operations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 06, 2025

CS Wycliffe Oparanya said county administrations have withheld millions of shillings deducted from Sacco members, especially medical staff, plunging s...

Erastus Ethekon says IEBC to seek guidance from AG on early campaigning rules
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

Erastus Ethekon said the commission is concerned about rising political activity and aims to define clear campaign timelines to ensure fairness and or...

President William Ruto defends Hustler Fund, says KHRC report politically motivated
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

President William Ruto criticised those questioning the fund’s impact, accusing them of misrepresenting facts and failing to understand the economic c...

Education CS Julius Ogamba defends 40 per cent varsity fee cut, cites higher enrolment
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

CS Ogamba said the reduction, introduced under the student-centred funding model, is a deliberate approach to raise numbers and create sustainable fun...

US halts Sh64 billion in funding for mRNA vaccine projects
XINHUA  |  Aug 06, 2025

The move signals a broader shift in US federal vaccine development priorities.

Kebs on the spot as MPs order withdrawal of disputed levy regulations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Aug 06, 2025

The legislators on Tuesday questioned how a 1990 legal notice had been quietly replaced without fresh tabling before Parliament, accusing Kebs of side...

Kenya's Non-NATO status at risk as US Congress probes Ruto administration over extrajudicial killings, Sudan's RSF links
Lucy Mumbi  |  Aug 05, 2025

A series of recent developments in Nairobi have triggered concern in Washington, with US legislators now calling for a formal reassessment of the part...

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