- The government is implementing development programmes to meet the current, pressing needs while addressing long-term needs of citizenry across the country.
- The Dalai Lama said Saturday he dreamed of living for decades more, as the Buddhist spiritual leader prayed with thousands of exiled Tibetans on the eve of his 90th birthday. Thumping drums and deep horns reverberated from the Indian hilltop temple, as a chanting chorus of red-robed monks and nuns…
- The Government of Kenya has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to strengthening science, technology and innovation (STI) as critical pillars for sustainable development and economic transformation.
- Three decades after the Srebrenica genocide, relatives are still looking for and burying the remains of more than 8,000 men and boys killed by Bosnian Serb forces, revealing the painful scars cut deep into the country. On July 11, 1995, Bosnian Serb forces stormed the Muslim enclave of more than 40…
- Rescue teams pulled more bodies from the rubble of a five-storey building collapse in Pakistan overnight, taking the toll on Saturday to 14 as the recovery operation continued for a second day. The residential block crumbled shortly after 10:00 am on Friday in the impoverished Lyari neighbourhood…
- A court in Nakuru has released Molo Member of County Assembly Mr Joseph Ngware Ng’ang’a and his personal assistant, Mr. Simon Munene arrested in connection with the June 25 anniversary protests.
- Rescuers were desperately searching for at least 20 girls missing from a riverside summer camp, officials said Friday, after torrential rains caused a “catastrophic” flash flood that killed at least 24 people as it swept through south-central Texas. “At this point we’re at about 24 fatalities,”…
- US President Donald Trump said Friday he was “very unhappy” about his telephone call with Vladimir Putin on the war in Ukraine, saying the Russian leader just wanted to “keep killing people.” “It’s a very tough situation. I told you I was very unhappy with my call with President Putin. He wants to…
- US President Donald Trump said Friday he was “very unhappy” about his telephone call with Vladimir Putin on the war in Ukraine, saying the Russian leader just wanted to “keep killing people.” “It’s a very tough situation. I told you I was very unhappy with my call with President Putin. He wants to…
- Hamas on Friday said it was ready to start talks “immediately” on a proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, where the civil defence agency said Israel’s ongoing offensive killed more than 50 people. The announcement came after it held consultations with other Palestinian factions and before a visit on…
- Hamas on Friday said it was ready to start talks “immediately” on a proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza, where the civil defence agency said Israel’s ongoing offensive killed more than 50 people. The announcement came after it held consultations with other Palestinian factions and before a visit on…
- Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has defended President William Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration against opposition criticism, asserting that the government remains focused on delivering meaningful development and economic empowerment to all Kenyans. Speaking during an Economic…
- The Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes Geoffrey Ruku has reaffirmed the government’s strong commitment to bringing services closer to the people, eliminating the need for long and costly travel in search of essential public…
- Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has firmly defended President William Ruto’s leadership, asserting that the Head of State will serve two full terms. Speaking at a funeral ceremony in Kapcherop, Elgeyo Marakwet County, Sudi dismissed opposition chants of “Ruto Must Go” and “One Term,” urging critics to await…
- The Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) has launched a digital platform for verification of certificates. Basic Education PS Julius Bitok said the app-based platform, which is being piloted with the Public Service Commission, will expedite the authentication of certificates and qualifications…
- More than 500 people have been killed in the vicinity of the US- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s sites since late May, the United Nations said Friday. An officially private effort, the GHF began operations on May 26 after Israel halted supplies into the Gaza Strip for more than two…
- A huge explosion at a petrol station in a Rome suburb on Friday left 45 people hurt, two of them seriously, and rattled windows across the Italian capital. The blast around 8:20 am (0620 GMT) was preceded by a fire caused by a gas leak during refuelling, according to Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri.…
- Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has reaffirmed ODM’s place in the broad-based government, stating that the party remains committed to championing social justice and delivering development for all Kenyans.
- Guatemala threw its full support behind Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara on Thursday, calling it the only realistic path to resolving the decades-old territorial dispute.
- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has filed a suit for recovery of prime public land valued at Ksh 200 million located in the heart of Eldoret Central Business District. The parcels of land known as ELDORET MUNICIPALITY BLOCK 7/210 and BLOCK 7/248, measure a total of 3.44 acres and…
- Turkana County has launched a one-week Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) to increase registration numbers to the Social Health Authority (SHA). The exercise targets to net at least 100,000 people registered by the end of the campaign. As part of efforts to boost uptake of the initiative, Deputy…
- President William Ruto on Thursday held talks with His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales during his United Kingdom visit. President Ruto said the fruitful bilateral discussions were rooted in a shared commitment to mutual progress and prosperity for the two countries while also addressing pressing…
- Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has raised the alarm over organised criminal groups exploiting the Gen Z-led demonstrations to sow chaos and destruction. While affirming the constitutional right of every Kenyan to peacefully protest, Kagwe condemned the rising cases of property…
- Governor Dr. Wilber Ottichilo has officially signed into law the Vihiga County Appropriation Bill for the 2025/2026 Financial Year, unlocking critical funding for priority sectors, including health, education, and infrastructure.
- The Government is committed to ensuring that ethical and inclusive adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is embraced by Kenyans to enhance payment systems and public service delivery.
- Ndiang’ui Kinyagia has been summoned to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters to record a statement following his sudden reappearance in court today (Wednesday).
- Chaos erupted during the funeral procession for slain teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang on Thursday afternoon in Homa Bay County, after a group of irate youths intercepted the convoy transporting his body to his rural home in Kokwanyo Village ahead of his burial scheduled for Friday.
- Principal Secretary, State Department for Public Service and Human Capital Development Dr. Jane Kere Imbunya has officially joined the Governing Board of the Eastern and Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI). The induction session, held at ESAMI’s headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania, was led…
- Boniface Mwangi died from a severe head injury caused by a rubber bullet, according to the results of a postmortem conducted at Kenyatta National Hospital. Pathologist Dr. Peter Ndegwa, who conducted the examination, revealed that four bullet fragments were found lodged in Mwangi’s brain. He noted…
- Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi has outlined the benefits Kenya stands to gain from the newly signed Kenya-UK Strategic Partnership 2025–2030, describing it as a vehicle for transforming the country’s economy.
- Elders from Mt. Kenya East have strongly reaffirmed their support for Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki, condemning what they described as “tribal wars” being fueled by impeached former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. In a resolute statement issued in Runyenjes and dubbed “The Runyenjes…
- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has urged Kenyan leaders to uphold respectful and dignified politics, while condemning the opposition for allegedly promoting arrogance, insults, contempt, greed, and tribalism. Speaking in Taveta during a women empowerment event, that also took place in…
- Students at the 2025 Kenya Music Festivals (KMF) are not only showcasing their artistic prowess but also actively championing the importance of insurance adoption and wealth creation in line with this year’s theme, “Securing Lives Transformed and Wealth Created through Life, Health, and Wealth…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has defended the ongoing national economic empowerment programmes spearheaded by his office, asserting that the government is committed to directly supporting citizens beyond election periods. Speaking during the Taveta Constituency Economic Empowerment Programme at…
- Dr. Anne Rwamba Gitau, CEO and Secretary of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), has exited the Commission after completing her 10-year tenure at the helm. Margaret Njoka, Director, Corporate Services, has assumed the role in acting capacity until a substantive Commission Secretary/CEO…
- First Lady Rachel Ruto has called for stronger partnerships to sustain and expand school feeding initiatives to improve nutrition and learning outcomes in public primary schools.
- Cabinet Secretary for Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, Hassan Joho, has criticized opposition leaders who are currently faulting President William Ruto’s administration. He pointed out that many of the critics previously held powerful government positions but failed to bring about…
- A suspect linked to a robbery with violence in Parklands has been arrested in Eldoret town. The arrest follows leads and reports at Parklands Police Station on June 28, 2025, pointing to a specific vehicle believed to have been used during the crime. The suspect was found in possession of a silver…
- President William Ruto has revealed that over 1,000 medical facilities have been shut down for defrauding the Social Health Authority. Speaking during an engagement with Kenyans living and working in London, United Kingdom, the President warned that a crackdown had been launched to rein in…
- Missing lawyer and blogger Ndiang’ui Kinyagia has finally appeared in a Nairobi court, moments after he resurfaced. Family lawyer Wahome Thuku shared an update on Thursday morning regarding Kinyagia’s whereabouts, putting to rest speculation about his alleged abduction. Thuku said Kinyagia, who has…
- Safeguarding human rights and the dignity of forensic psychiatry patients as well as enhancing legal frameworks and increasing the number of trained professionals have been cited as key in efforts aimed at reforming forensic psychiatry in the country. A meeting held at the Mathari National Teaching…
- KEMSA has kicked off its annual nationwide stocktaking exercise aimed at driving accuracy, accountability, and operational excellence across the country’s health supply chain.
- Armed with shocking statistics and a mother’s determination, Meru Women Representative Karambu Kailemia has declared war on what she describes as Kenya’s most devastating youth crisis, launching an ambitious campaign to reach tens of thousands of young people in Meru County. Breaking from…
- Armed with shocking statistics and a mother’s determination, Meru Women Representative Karambu Kailemia has declared war on what she describes as Kenya’s most devastating youth crisis, launching an ambitious campaign to reach tens of thousands of young people in Meru County. Breaking from…
- WHO launches initiative urging countries to raise prices on tobacco, alcohol,sugary drinks by at least 50pc by 2035 through health taxes to curb chronic diseases
- The Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohamed Amin, is expected to appear in court at 11 am, following an order issued on Tuesday by High Court Judge Chacha Mwita. The judge on Tuesday directed Amin to present himself in person to explain the whereabouts of lawyer and blogger Ndiang’ui…
- Kenya and the United Kingdom have committed to a modern, forward-looking partnership grounded in shared history, mutual respect, and the exceptional talents of our people.
