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From silence to strength: South Sudan women leaders speak out and drive change
UN News  |  Nov 23, 2025

From homes to community halls, women like Awrelia are finding their voices and reshaping what the future can look like – for their daughters, their fa...

Death toll in Elgeyo Marakwet landslide hits 37, 11 people still missing
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 08, 2025

Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura, in a statement on Saturday, said the response involves multiple agencies and community partners working together...

The hidden danger in crushed pills: Why altering children’s medicine can be risky
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 07, 2025

Health experts warn that crushing tablets or opening capsules to make medicine easier for children to swallow can alter dosage, reduce effectiveness,...

Elgeyo Marakwet landslide death toll rises to 35 as 16 people remain missing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2025

Mwaura emphasised that the Government is fully committed to mobilising personnel, equipment, and specialised units to sustain recovery efforts during...

AG, NPS back Harun Mwau in petition to bar police commission from recruiting constables
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 22, 2025

Mwau argues that the power to recruit, employ, and discipline members of the National Police Service lies solely with the Inspector General (IG) of Po...

President Ruto cites big wins in jobs, digital economy and housing in 3-year scorecard
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 22, 2025

In a press briefing on Monday, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura highlighted development initiatives that the president says have transformed sever...

City businessman Kakan Maiyo freed on Sh10,000 police cash bail after dramatic arrest
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 11, 2025

Plain-clothed detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations carried out the arrest at his office, entering forcefully before taking him i...

Kenya blames Egypt, Iran, UAE for fuelling Sudan war in explosive geopolitical accusation
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 16, 2025

claimed that the involvement of mercenaries from countries like Russia and Colombia was undermining peace efforts and deepening regional instability.

UDA extends registration deadline for ward-level elections to June 6
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2025

The party believe this extension will increase participation and help ensure fair and wide representation across the 22 counties involved in this phas...

Mwaura: Deportation of Karua, Mutunga won’t harm Kenya-Tanzania relations
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 19, 2025

Mwaura emphasised that each country within the regional bloc manages its internal affairs independently. He noted that the deportations, including tha...

UDA to conduct repeat grassroots elections in Mombasa, Tana River on May 17
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 13, 2025

The announcement comes just four days after UDA officially opened the online registration portal for its Phase II Ward-level Grassroots Elections.

Waudo Street never sleeps: Inside Eastleigh’s vibrant night food and game scene
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 06, 2025

The visitors are not limited to Eastleigh residents. People travel from other parts of Nairobi, including South C, Parklands, and Jam Street. They par...

Locals fear resurgence of crime as streetlights fail on Eastleigh’s Waudo Street
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Feb 20, 2025

Waudo Street is a crucial route in California Ward, serving as an alternative for motorists avoiding traffic congestion on Mohamed Yusuf Haji Avenue.

UDA to hold second phase of grassroots elections in April 2025
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 13, 2025

Elections in the remaining counties of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Isiolo, Taita Taveta, Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu, and Tana River will be h...

Eastleigh's Waudo Street descent into disrepair less than two years after tarmacking
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 29, 2025

Waudo Street which was constructed under Governor Johnson Sakaja, now has multiple potholes and becomes excessively muddy after rains.

Government committed to reconstituting IEBC -Gov't spokesperson
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 09, 2024

Justice Lenaola recently criticised the executive and legislature for prioritising politically expedient bills while neglecting critical reforms, incl...

State appeals to doctors to resume negotiations as December strike looms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 30, 2024

Atellah said the doctors' union now expects the government to fulfil its obligations and implement the agreements as a matter of urgency.

Gov't spokesperson: Why State is considering 30-year lease of JKIA to Adani Group
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 11, 2024

The government has said the aim is to position JKIA as a competitive regional hub, similar to other upgraded airports in the region, such as those in...

Postmortem exercise to begin next week as death toll in Hillside fire tragedy hits 21
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 07, 2024

Mwaura on Saturday extended condolences to the families and friends of those who lost their lives or suffered injuries in the fire even as the postmor...

State to inspect development projects countrywide following claims of abandonment
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 05, 2024

The announcement follows a series of exposés by lawyer-turned-activist Morara Kebaso, who has independently documented numerous incomplete or abandone...

Optimism as Kamukunji Jua Kali Association set to elect new officials
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 17, 2024

The elections will be conducted by Ministry of Trade officials as the association falls under the micro and small enterprises category

How poor communication left Ruto in tight corner
Ragow Khamis Musa  |  Aug 17, 2024

Public communication by the state mostly adopts a one-way approach, resulting in incoherent government messaging.

Antique street lighting initiative brightens California ward in Eastleigh
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 29, 2024

Waudo Street, one of the busiest roads in California, has become a vibrant hub, especially in the evenings.

Waudo Street residents, businesses affected by lack of street lights
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jul 15, 2024

The few floodlights along this road have also stopped working, causing inconvenience for both users and businesses.

High Court revokes appointment of Anthony Mwaura as KRA Chairman
Joseph Ndunda  |  Jul 15, 2024

Justice Gikonyo said Mwaura's appointment at the time he was facing criminal and corruption-related charges was in violation of Article 10 of the Cons...

Ruto speaks to Uhuru after ex-President's office raises budgetary concerns
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 11, 2024

The president has formed a team, led by the Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, to immediately address all the issues raised

Uhuru Kenyatta's office denies government's claims on financial allocations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 10, 2024

Dena revealed that despite a parliamentary allocation of Sh655 million for the 2022–2023 financial year, the office only received Sh28 million, a mere...

Mwaura calls for stricter gun issuance rules to curb misuse
Vincent Ombati  |  Jun 05, 2024

Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura noted that not everyone is entitled to hold a firearm, though those who keep them are motivated by the desire to...

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