- The government has closed the major Internally displaced persons camp at PBB Prayer Centre, which housed 46 families who lost their homes in the Mai Mahiu floods, giving victims hope for rebuilding their lives. On Saturday, the disaster management team, formed after the tragedy, met with the…
- The National Elections Board of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has suspended the grassroots election for Nairobi County, which was initially scheduled for June 10th, 2024. This decision comes after an order issued by the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal on June 6th, 2024, halting the…
- A man who attempted to rape a 22-year-old woman after offering her a ride is recuperating at a Kiambu hospital after a failed suicide attempt. The incident, reported at Kandara Police Station in Murang'a on Wednesday, occurred when the woman accepted a ride home from Kaburigi Trading Centre. The…
- A man who attempted to rape a 22-year-old woman after offering her a ride is recuperating at a Kiambu hospital after a failed suicide attempt. The incident, reported at Kandara Police Station in Murang’a on Wednesday, occurred when the woman accepted a ride home from Kaburigi Trading Centre. The…
- Diane Rwigara, an outspoken critic of Rwandan President Kagame, has been barred from standing in next month’s presidential election. Only Mr Kagame and two other politicians - Frank Habineza of the Democratic Green Party and independent Philippe Mpayimana - were cleared by the electoral body. Ms…
- The trial of 51 individuals, including three Americans, accused of attempting to overthrow the president of thee Democratic Republic of Congo last month, has begun. The hearing is being broadcast live on national TV and radio from N’dolo military prison in the capital, Kinshasa. The defendants were…
- The economy is set to receive a major boost following the government's launch of a Ksh 5.8 billion gold refinery in the Lidambitsa area of Ikoloman constituency, Kakamega County. This gold refinery, the first of its kind in the country, is expected to be operational by June next year, marking a…
- Police in Marsabit have recovered an illegal assault rifle and arrested a suspect during a security operation targeting individuals involved in a murder in Kargi location, Loiyangalani sub-county. Marsabit County Criminal Investigations Officer (CCIO) Luka Tumbo reported that an AK-47 rifle loaded…
- A Molo Sub County taxi driver is set to undergo a DNA examination and mental disorder assessment pending the completion of investigations into the death of his lover, who was found unconscious inside his car. The suspect, Eric Wachira, will also have his phone taken for forensic analysis, along…
- The Nyeri Environment and Land Court has extended the conservatory order concerning the Ihithe-Ndunyu Njeru section of the Aberdare National Park and Forest Reserve Highway Project. This decision, announced by Justice James Olola, marks the third conservatory order issued following the expiry of…
- The Nyeri Environment and Land Court has extended the conservatory order concerning the Ihithe-Ndunyu Njeru section of the Aberdare National Park and Forest Reserve Highway Project. This decision, announced by Justice James Olola, marks the third conservatory order issued following the expiry of…
- The Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ) has directed the Cabinet Secretary for Health Nakhumicha Wafula to facilitate access to information relating to the final report of the task force set up to review and evaluate scientific information on the safety of Genetically Modified Organisms (…
- The new East African Community (EAC) Secretary General, Veronica Mueni Nduva, took the oath of office on Friday evening at State House in Juba, Republic of South Sudan. Nduva was sworn in during the 23rd Extra-Ordinary Meeting of the EAC Heads of State that was held virtually and chaired by Salva…
- The new East African Community (EAC) Secretary General, Veronica Mueni Nduva, took the oath of office on Friday evening at State House in Juba, Republic of South Sudan.
- The four police officers and two other people suspected of breaking in and stealing from a stationery motor vehicle will spend the weekend in custody pending the ruling on their detention on Monday.
- The UN General Assembly on Thursday elected Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama and Somalia to serve as non-permanent members on the Security Council for two-year terms beginning on 1 January next year.
- Kibwezi West Member of Parliament Mwengi Mutuse has called for sobriety and due diligence from both parties in the ongoing nationwide debate about the one man, one shilling, one vote revenue sharing formula. The Maendeleo Chap Chap MP asserts that in order to advance fair development and shared…
- Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance leader Raila Odinga has expressed his vehement opposition to Finance Bill 2024. The Opposition chief termed the Bill a regressive taxation proposal that goes ruthlessly after the poor. Should it be ratified, Raila warns that low-income citizens will be hit with…
- Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Alliance leader Raila Odinga has expressed his vehement opposition to Finance Bill 2024. The Opposition chief termed the Bill a regressive taxation proposal that goes ruthlessly after the poor. Should it be ratified, Raila warns that low-income citizens will be hit with…
- The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has partnered with a number of local companies to launch a campaign dubbed - Abiria ni Mayai – to sensitize on road safety and its benefits. The campaign initiated by social media platform Lipa Likes and supported by Kenya Commercial Bank and…
- The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has partnered with a number of local companies to launch a campaign dubbed – Abiria ni Mayai – to sensitize on road safety and its benefits. The campaign initiated by social media platform Lipa Likes and supported by Kenya Commercial Bank and…
- Kenya drew 1-1 with Burundi in their 2026 World Cup qualifier played Friday at Bingu National Stadium,Lilongwe,Malawi. Substitute Duke Abuya scored first for Kenya in 72nd minute but Burundi replied with five minutes to go through Mike Sudi Abdallah forcing the 1-1 draw. Kenya remains third un…
- Huawei has picked six countries including Kenya where the Chinese tech giant plans to support flagship projects which promote innovation in Protected and Conserved Areas (PCA).
- Africa’s leather industry workshop on Cluster Development concluded today in Nairobi. The five-day workshop marked by insightful discussions and strategic planning, was graced with a compelling closing address by the Industrialisation Principal Secretary Nobby Macharia, . Organized by the Africa…
- Kenya is calling for the development and review of standards and quality certifications in the leather sector to help increase production of leather and leather goods from Africa. Speaking during the Regional Training Workshop on Cluster Development organized by the Africa Leather and Leather…
- A report by Twaweza indicates that a majority of Kenyans do not have a health insurance to resort to in case of illness. In its findings, Twaweza says Kenyans cite the cost as the reason behind their inability to acquire a medical cover. The report released Thursday shows that 53% of citizens have…
- Ian Njoroge, the youth who allegedly assaulted and robbed a traffic police officer along Kamiti Road, has been released a bond of Ksh700,000. Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Ben Mark Ekhumbi did not grant Njoroge the option of a cash bail, citing the seriousness of the offense committed.…
- Kenya plays Burundi in one of the nine World Cup qualifiers scheduled Friday across the continent. The match will be played at Bingu National Stadium,Lilongwe,Malawi. The encounter will be beamed live on KBC Channel 1 from 4pm East African Time. Kenya is searching its second win of the campaign in…
- Kenya plays Burundi in one of the nine World Cup qualifiers scheduled Friday across the continent. The match will be played at Bingu National Stadium,Lilongwe,Malawi. The encounter will be beamed live on KBC Channel 1 from 4pm East African Time. Kenya is searching its second win of the campaign in…
- Labour and Social Protection CS Florence Bore held talks with Ms. Amy Pope, Director General of the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), on the sidelines of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, Switzerland. The meeting, which was also attended by Labour PS Shadrack…
- Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has issued a stern warning to land grabbers in Nairobi. Sakaja announced that the County has reclaimed over 700 pieces of land so far, with many more targeted for recovery. The Governor spoke on Friday after a joint effort with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption…
- Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe arrested last week over the alleged murder of a boda boda rider in Thika has been freed by a Machakos court. The MP who was arraigned in court on Friday has been released on a cash bail of Ksh1 million or an alternative bond of Ksh.2 million and a surety
- Poultry, particularly chicken, is a beloved source of protein worldwide, enjoyed in countless culinary preparations across the globe. However, maintaining its safety is crucial to prevent foodborne illnesses caused by bacteria such as Salmonella. As a microbiologist in the poultry industry, I often…
- Informal settlements and estates hosting flower farm workers have been identified as some of the major hotspots in cases of child abuse and neglect in Nakuru County. According to data from the Department of Children Affairs in Nakuru, over 9,000 cases were reported in the 11 sub-counties with…
- New guidelines to support African governments to improve food safety across the continent’s vast informal food sector are set to be developed for the first time. The African Union (AU) and the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) have joined forces to produce the first framework for…
- In a significant move towards securing the financial future of Kenya’s public servants, the Public Service Superannuation Scheme (PSSF) Strategic Plan 2023-2027 was unveiled on Friday ahead of the Annual General Meeting held at the Kenya School of Government. Chief of Staff & Head of Public…
- In a significant move towards securing the financial future of Kenya's public servants, the Public Service Superannuation Scheme (PSSF) Strategic Plan 2023-2027 was unveiled on Friday ahead of the Annual General Meeting held at the Kenya School of Government. Chief of Staff & Head of Public…
- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is investigating the alleged fraudulent acquisition of public property situated in Karen, Nairobi. The land, Parcel No. LR No. 12037 measuring 5.12 acres, belonging to Nairobi County Government, is in the hands of private developers who are demanding…
- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is investigating the alleged fraudulent acquisition of public property situated in Karen, Nairobi. The land, Parcel No. LR No. 12037 measuring 5.12 acres, belonging to Nairobi County Government, is in the hands of private developers who are demanding…
- Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed to artists to create content that promotes societal values and norms, across generations while attending the launch of musicians and content creators Kevin and Diana Bahati’s new reality show. Mr Gachagua also urged artists of all genres to shun, and…
- Ian Ngige Njoroge, the 19 year old captured on video assaulting a police officer along Kamiti Road will appear before Court for hearing of his application to be released on bail.
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has signed the IGAD Protocol on Transhumance following a successful meeting with the IGAD Secretariat Delegation.
- China's total value of goods traded in the first five months of this year reached 17.5 trillion yuan ($2.46 trillion), marking a 6.3 percent year-on-year increase, official data shows.
- The Kenya National Highway authority (KeNHA) has put on notice owners and drivers of long distance trailers following an increase in cases of overloading. According to Webuye Weighbridge Operation Manager Seth Ongwaye, three trucks ferrying goods from Kitale to Lodwar were arrested on Wednesday.…
- Teachers Service Commission (TSC), Education, Roads and Defense sectors have received the highest allocation in the estimates of Recurrent and development expenditure for the 2024/25 Financial Year. National Assembly on Thursday considered the estimates ahead of budget reading next week as the…
