Eastleigh Voice

Eastleigh Voice » EALA MP Suleiman Shahbal warns against attempts to push Joho out of ODM
20 Jan 2026 - Describing Joho’s influence, Suleiman said the CS has cultivated a strong public image through his ability to organise major events and connect with…
Eastleigh Voice » Bullet recovered in Kwale shooting as rights groups demand justice
20 Jan 2026 - While the recovery of the state-issued bullet provides tangible evidence, human rights advocates insist that it does not absolve officers involved…
Eastleigh Voice » Court allows Mandera Governor Mohamed Adan Khalif to continue Parklands flats project
20 Jan 2026 - The application sought to suspend work on a 10-storey residential development with 160 housing units along Sixth Avenue.
Eastleigh Voice » Government unveils new system for fairer fertiliser distribution
20 Jan 2026 - Farmers have reported difficulties obtaining fertiliser at National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) depots, particularly during the March-to-May…
Eastleigh Voice » Junet dismisses claims of ODM split, insists party remains united
20 Jan 2026 - Junet Mohammed described the party as indivisible, with fully functional structures that maintain cohesion and order.
Eastleigh Voice » Sale of Safaricom’s 15 per cent government stake will not impact operations, says CEO
20 Jan 2026 - Safaricom and Treasury officials have assured MPs and Kenyans that a planned sale of 15 per cent government shares, cutting the state stake to 20 per…
Eastleigh Voice » State vows timely completion of 740km Isiolo–Mandera highway to boost northern Kenya development
20 Jan 2026 - Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has reaffirmed timely completion of the Sh100bn Isiolo–Mandera road, citing enhanced security and inter-agency…
Eastleigh Voice » Man charged with impersonating Head of Public Service Felix Koskei in Sh10 million bribery case
19 Jan 2026 - A Nairobi man has been charged with impersonating Head of Public Service Felix Koskei to demand a Sh10 million bribe from a Kenya Rural Roads…
Eastleigh Voice » Kenya Airports Authority inspects key airstrips to ensure safety and timely completion
19 Jan 2026 - The Kenya Airports Authority has begun a two-day inspection of upgrade works at Kerenga and Itembe airstrips in Kericho and Bomet counties, checking…
Eastleigh Voice » USAID funding cuts force aid groups to slash staff and strengthen local coordination
19 Jan 2026 - Since January 2025, Trump’s shutdown of USAID and deep foreign aid cuts have forced major NGOs to close offices, lay off staff and rethink funding…
Eastleigh Voice » FIDA warns Kenyans against sharing viral videos, cites serious legal consequences
19 Jan 2026 - FIDA-Kenya has warned Kenyans against sharing a viral video of an intoxicated woman, citing privacy and dignity protections in law and stressing that…
Eastleigh Voice » Kenya Railways to resume freight operations on revamped Uplands–Kijabe–Longonot line
19 Jan 2026 - Kenya Railways has completed repairs on the Uplands–Kijabe–Longonot line and is preparing to resume freight services, restoring a key cargo route…
Eastleigh Voice » Lavington dream home turns into Sh65 million fraud case as property dealer faces trial
19 Jan 2026 - A Nairobi court heard how a buyer paid Sh65m for a Lavington house later found with structural defects, triggering a criminal fraud case against the…
Eastleigh Voice » NTSA suspends four PSV operators over deadly festive season crashes
19 Jan 2026 - Among them are The Guardian Coach Limited, Nanyuki Express Cab Services Ltd, Monna Comfort Sacco and Greenline Company Ltd, all of which were found…
Eastleigh Voice » Atheists in Kenya founder seeks President Ruto’s statement in cybercrime case, requests bail review
19 Jan 2026 - Mumia, who was in court during his pre-trial directions, also sought review of his Sh500,000 cash bail, saying he is not able to raise it.
Eastleigh Voice » Police officer arrested over suspected fatal shooting of Nyeri businessman as IPOA launches full probe
19 Jan 2026 - The incident, which occurred around midnight at Rubis Karatina, sparked local unrest as residents blocked the Nairobi–Karatina highway and damaged…
Eastleigh Voice » Court declines to withdraw Salasya hate speech case until MP issues public apology
19 Jan 2026 - Senior Resident Magistrate Paul Mutai ruled that the case would only be withdrawn after the legislator issues a public apology and participates in a…
Eastleigh Voice » Government plans to spend Sh100 million annually on influencers to promote its image
19 Jan 2026 - The funds are intended to support a coordinated digital communication drive aimed at “positively profiling the government brand,” in collaboration…
Eastleigh Voice » US Embassy in Nairobi to be closed on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
18 Jan 2026 - The US Embassy in Nairobi will close on Monday, January 19, 2026, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Consular services resume Tuesday, with urgent cases…
Eastleigh Voice » Police recover 22 cattle stolen from Meru in coordinated Isiolo operation
18 Jan 2026 - Police in Isiolo recovered 22 cattle stolen from Meru after a shootout with bandits, fully restoring a stolen herd of 52 animals and highlighting…
Eastleigh Voice » Government bans use of tea farmers’ funds as loan collateral in KTDA reforms
18 Jan 2026 - Under the reforms, multiple factory bank accounts have been ordered closed, with KTDA directed to operate a single general account to improve…
Eastleigh Voice » MPs, Controller of Budget clash over judges’ pension fund control
18 Jan 2026 - While the CoB insists that her office must authorise all withdrawals to safeguard public funds, MPs argue that the fund falls outside her…
Eastleigh Voice » Government to roll out JamboTel secure communication system across all state institutions
18 Jan 2026 - According to the National Treasury’s draft 2026 budget policy statement, the platform, known as JamboTel, will allow government offices to…
Eastleigh Voice » Two Iranian nationals arrested in Thika for allegedly swindling shopkeeper of Sh15,000
18 Jan 2026 - The suspects were identified by a fellow trader who had fallen victim to a similar trick a month earlier, leading to their arrest and current…
Eastleigh Voice » Omtatah dismisses claims he’s frustrating county development, says actions grounded in law
18 Jan 2026 - The senator was responding to accusations by Governor Paul Nyongesa Otuoma, his deputy Arthur Odera and Teso South MP Mary Emaase, who have blamed…
Eastleigh Voice » Three arrested for stealing fuel at Sultan Hamud Railway Station in Makueni
17 Jan 2026 - Responding swiftly, officers from Kenya Railways and Port Police raided the scene and seized evidence, including two 20-litre jerrycans and two 18-…
Eastleigh Voice » Defence CS highlights role of culture and technology in shaping future defence leadership
17 Jan 2026 - The CS, who is also a student at NDC, noted that the event brought together senior strategic thinkers currently training at the college and emerging…
Eastleigh Voice » President Ruto announces plans to build new world‑class airport to boost Kenya’s global competitiveness
17 Jan 2026 - Ruto said construction of the new airport is expected to begin in April or early May this year, describing the project as critical to the country’s…
Eastleigh Voice » Mudavadi departs for Paris ahead of historic Africa-France Summit
17 Jan 2026 - During his visit, Mudavadi will hold bilateral talks with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, focusing on strategies to ensure this year’s…
Eastleigh Voice » Francis Atwoli re-elected unopposed as KPAWU General Secretary
17 Jan 2026 - Francis Atwoli has served as COTU Secretary General since his first election in August 2001. He has been General Secretary of KPAWU since 1994.
Eastleigh Voice » Kenya Space Agency launches satellite-backed project to save Mountain Bongo
17 Jan 2026 - Known for its reddish-brown coat with white stripes and spiralled horns, the antelope faces severe threats from habitat loss, poaching, disease, and…
Eastleigh Voice » Seized drug assets to fund rehabilitation centres, says Murkomen
17 Jan 2026 - CS Murkomen said authorities are shifting focus from only arresting drug offenders to targeting the financial backbone of organized drug networks.
Eastleigh Voice » UN rapporteur publishes letter faulting Uganda over Oyoo, Njagi abductions
17 Jan 2026 - The communication, dated November 13 last year, remained confidential for 60 days before being released, giving the Ugandan government adequate time…
Eastleigh Voice » Police officer, businesswoman killed while escorting cattle in Samburu
17 Jan 2026 - The attack, which also left four men injured, highlights the continuing threat of banditry in the region despite ongoing security operations.
Eastleigh Voice » CJ Koome designates four courts to tackle drug trafficking cases
17 Jan 2026 - The courts will now operate as Special Magistrates Courts with exclusive authority to hear and determine drug-related cases with municipal and cross-…
Eastleigh Voice » MPs dismiss petition opposing luxury hotel project in Ngong Forest
17 Jan 2026 - Ngong Forest, initially covering 2,850 hectares under Proclamation 44 of 1932 and gazetted in 1964, has now shrunk to 1,224 hectares due to…
Eastleigh Voice » KTDA appoints Francis Miano as acting CEO after Muthaura exit
17 Jan 2026 - Miano is a registered professional engineer and has spent several years at KTDA, where he currently serves as the head of the Group Technical…
Eastleigh Voice » IEBC steps up preparations for February 26 by-elections
17 Jan 2026 - The Commission on Friday emphasised that voter education, security arrangements, staff readiness, and effective coordination are critical to a smooth…
Eastleigh Voice » Auditor General Nancy Gathungu raises alarm over gaps in relief food programmes
17 Jan 2026 - Gathungu flagged a “lack of a formal policy framework guiding relief food operations” and stressed that the department does not properly monitor the…
Eastleigh Voice » Tennis star Angella Okutoyi secures government support after funding appeal
17 Jan 2026 - Earlier, Angella Okutoyi shared that she currently lacks sponsorship, making it difficult to cover travel, accommodation, entry fees, coaching, and…
Eastleigh Voice » Breakthrough in Shakahola trial as key suspect pleads guilty to 191 murders
16 Jan 2026 - During the hearing before Justice Diana Kavedza, Amanya admitted serving as a grave digger and providing security within the Shakahola forest,…
Eastleigh Voice » Kenya, Canada push for safe migration as World Cup spurs job interest abroad
16 Jan 2026 - Labour Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime said Kenya’s youthful population presents an opportunity for the government to facilitate access to…
Eastleigh Voice » 87 per cent of buildings in Kenya not designed by professionals and unsafe
16 Jan 2026 - The revelation comes as the nation reels from the South C building collapse that left scores dead and many counting losses.
Eastleigh Voice » Morocco deepens bilateral ties with Kenya, appoints first defence attaché
16 Jan 2026 - General Kahariri welcomed Morocco’s efforts in advancing cooperation between the two defence forces and revealed that a framework to guide defence…
Eastleigh Voice » NPS condemns Nandi Hills police assault, says officers to face action if found guilty
16 Jan 2026 - The spokesperson confirmed that the Inspector General of Police has personally reviewed the footage and has directed the Internal Affairs Unit to…
Eastleigh Voice » Court acquits Chinese scrap dealer in Sh1.3 million power equipment vandalism case
16 Jan 2026 - Luo Minghui, the proprietor of Jinxin Commercial Limited, was set free on all charges by Chief Magistrate Derrick Kuto, who faulted the prosecution…
Eastleigh Voice » IG Douglas Kanja, IPOA order probe into viral Nandi Hills police assault
16 Jan 2026 - IPOA has deployed a rapid investigations team to the scene to conduct thorough inquiries to establish the sequence of events, assess the conduct of…
Eastleigh Voice » Five arrested by EACC, one sought in Sh348.9 million Homa Bay tender probe
16 Jan 2026 - The Commission has been investigating the suspects for possible abuse of office and violations of procurement laws, and has since forwarded the case…
Eastleigh Voice » Four arrested by EACC, two sought in Sh348.9 million Homa Bay tender probe
16 Jan 2026 - The Commission has been investigating the suspects for possible abuse of office and violations of procurement laws, and has since forwarded the case…
Eastleigh Voice » Court asked to authorise cremation, repatriation of British woman’s remains in Malindi
16 Jan 2026 - According to court papers, the deceased was unmarried, had no children and had no known surviving next of kin capable of making burial arrangements.