- State and non-state actors in the gender sector have called for concerted efforts to address the alarming rise in sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) across the country. Deputy Inspector General of the Administrative Police Service, Gilbert Masengeli, speaking during a visit to the Nanyuki…
- 38 suspects have been apprehended in connection with recent attacks targeting innocent members of the public along Thika Highway, Waiyaki Way and Jogoo Road. Police officers launched a swift crackdown to hold the perpetrators accountable, leading to the arrests. The suspects are currently in police…
- 38 suspects have been apprehended in connection with recent attacks targeting innocent members of the public along Thika Highway, Waiyaki Way and Jogoo Road. Police officers launched a swift crackdown to hold the perpetrators accountable, leading to the arrests. The suspects are currently in police…
- Former Nyandarua Governor Daniel Waithaka Mwangi and ex-County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Water and Natural Resources Grace Wanjiru Gitonga have been convicted in a Ksh50 million corruption case. The former governor was found guilty of abuse of office and failure to comply with…
- A Milimani Anti-Corruption Court magistrate has recused himself from hearing a case against Thika Chief Magistrate Stellah Atambo citing a long-standing personal and family friendship with the accused.
- Ruto said his government is aware of land disputes in various parts of the country, including Nairobi adding affected families must be provided with alternatives before any evictions take place. The post I will not allow forceful evictions, President Ruto pledges appeared first on KBC Digital.
- President William Ruto has undertaken to ensure that no forceful evictions will be carried out until affected families are provided with alternatives. Ruto, who Friday interacted with the residents and traders of Ruai underpass, Chokaa, Kayole Junction and Njiru Stage, Nairobi, said the government…
- The government has introduced stringent measures that will guarantee Kenyans working abroad a conducive environment. Labour and Skills Development Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime, said the government has inked bilateral labour agreements that seek to safeguard Kenyan employees from…
- Meru County Governor Kawira Mwangaza suffered a major blow after the High Court sitting in Milimani, Nairobi, upheld her impeachment by the Senate last year. Justice Bahati Mwamuye ruled that the process was lawful and constitutional. She further observed that she was unable to make further…
- Drama ensued at the court precincts after the verdict, as elated Meru residents erupted in songs, while others chanted, "Justice for Meru." The post Blow to Governor Mwangaza as High Court upholds impeachment appeared first on KBC Digital.
- The High Court is expected to deliver its judgment on Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza’s petition regarding whether she will remain in office following the Senate’s decision to impeach her in August 2024. Senators voted to remove Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza from office on three charges, all of which…
- If the High Court sitting in Nairobi overturns the Senate's decision to remove Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, the governor will be left with only two CECMs in office. The post Governor Kawira at crossroads: Will she survive? appeared first on KBC Digital.
- Pope Francis passed another “quiet night” in the Rome hospital where he has been battling pneumonia in both lungs for a month, the Vatican said Friday. Although he is no longer in critical condition, the 88-year-old pontiff still receives respiratory assistance through a nasal cannula during the…
- The Vatican press office said it would issue another medical bulletin Friday evening but might stop sending a daily morning update. The post Pope’s ‘quiet night’ after month in hospital appeared first on KBC Digital.
- Five suspects linked to the murder of Molo activist Richard Otieno will remain in police custody pending the determination of their bail application. Peter Okech, Joseph Kihara, Evans Aseka, Geoffrey Ndung’u, and Stephen Masheti all pleaded not guilty to the charge before Nakuru High Court,…
- Richard Otieno was murdered outside his gate in Elburgon Town on January 18, 2025. The post Five suspects deny killing Molo activist Richard Otieno appeared first on KBC Digital.
- Sudan has suspended all imports from Kenya for the latter’s hosting of activities involving the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in late February. “The import of all products from Kenya via all ports, crossings, airports, and entry points is suspended starting from this date until further…
- "The import of all products from Kenya via all ports, crossings, airports, and entry points is suspended starting from this date until further notice" said a decree issued by Sudan's Acting Minister of Trade and Supplies The post Sudan bans all imports from Kenya appeared first on KBC Digital.
- Calls for unity, political harmony, and religious tolerance took center stage at the inaugural Parliamentary Iftar dinner, hosted by the two Speakers of Parliament on Thursday evening. Leaders at the event, led by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula urged Kenyans to emulate the…
- Calls for unity, political harmony, and religious tolerance took center stage at the inaugural Parliamentary Iftar dinner, hosted by the two Speakers of Parliament on Thursday evening. Leaders at the event, led by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula urged Kenyans to emulate the…
- Nearly 10 million people across Kenya, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda are facing a food crisis (IPC Phase 3 or worse), representing a 4.3% increase since January 2025. South Sudan alone accounts for approximately 61% of the affected population across these four countries. According to the latest…
- As of February 28, 2025, the number of people with insufficient food for consumption in five selected East African countries remains at 45.3 million The post EAC faces severe food crisis appeared first on KBC Digital.
- Reports indicate 14 people have died in a tragic accident that occurred early this morning at Migaa area, Molo, along the Nakuru-Eldoret highway. According to initial reports, the 3 a.m. accident involved a Kitale shuttle matatu that was hit by a trailer whose driver reportedly lost control. Police…
- Eight men, four women and a child reportedly perished in the 3.am accident involving a trailer and a Kitale matatu shuttle The post 14 people die in Molo accident appeared first on KBC Digital.
- The African Union Commission (AUC) ushered in the newly elected leaders Thursday, following formal handover from the outgoing leadership. On 15 February 2025, the Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson were elected and sworn-in at the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and…
- The National Police Service (NPS) has appealed for information from members of the public that may assist in investigations of fatal accident along Ngong Road. According to a statement from NPS, the accident which occurred at Adams Arcade on Thursday, involved a government vehicle, resulted in the…
- The First Lady, Mama Rachel Ruto, Thursday extended the pilot school milk program to Nakuru County benefitting Testai Primary School and Menengai Comprehensive School. Every child in the pilot schools will enjoy a packet of milk twice a week for one year. This is part of the First Lady’s initiative…
- The government has launched a new national identity card registration drive targeting marginalized groups, including communities living along national borders, prisoners and high school students. Immigration and Citizens Services Principal Secretary (PS) Julius Bitok announced the initiative on…
- It’s a moment of relief and celebration for members of Siana Group Ranch after the court dismissed a six-year-old case that had barred them from developing their land adjacent to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The Environment and Lands Court (ELC) Judge, Justice Charles Mbogo, ruled in favor of…
- The United Nations on Sunday said reports of entire families being killed in northwestern Syria was “extremely disturbing” and it called for an immediate halt to the violence. UN rights chief Volker Turk demanded prompt investigations into the killings and said those responsible must be held to…
- Pope Francis, who is responding well to treatment for pneumonia, thanked his doctors and healthcare workers Sunday as he missed delivering a fourth straight Angelus prayer in person. The 88-year-old, in Rome’s Gemelli hospital since February 14, issued a written Angelus in which he thanked those…
- A Syrian war monitor said Sunday that security forces and allied groups killed 830 Alawite civilians over the past four days, revising upwards a previous toll. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the latest deaths among Alawite civilians pushed the overall toll in violence since Thursday…
- A prominent French journalist on Sunday announced he was stepping down from his role as an expert analyst for broadcaster RTL after provoking an uproar by comparing French actions during colonial rule in Algeria to a World War II massacre committed by Nazi forces in France. Jean-Michel Aphatie, a…
- A prominent French journalist on Sunday announced he was stepping down from his role as an expert analyst for broadcaster RTL after provoking an uproar by comparing French actions during colonial rule in Algeria to a World War II massacre committed by Nazi forces in France. Jean-Michel Aphatie, a…
- The Government through the Ministry of Public Service, has plans to establish Huduma Centres in each sub-county and constituency in the country as part of the Bottom Up Transformative Agenda (BETA) and Kenya Vision 2030.
- Over 150 students from various institutions attended a first-of-its-kind Physio-Fusion symposium that was held on Saturday at the AMREF International University in Nairobi. The symposium was organised to enlighten students on the research done on new methods of handling patients who need…
- Kwale County Governor Fatuma Achani has awarded Ksh 50 Million worth of tenders to 42 women Groups in Kwale County to mark the International Women's Day celebrations.
- The Principal Secretary for Culture, Arts, and Heritage, Ms. Ummi Bashir, has called for increased funding for the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) to enhance its support for the creative sector. Appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Sports and Culture, Ms. Bashir lamented that…
- PCS Musalia Mudavadi has called on Parliament to fast-track passage of the Assumption of the Office of President and Transition of Executive Authority Bill, 2025 aimed at establishing formal mechanisms to facilitate presidential transitions.
- Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called on Parliament to fast-track passage of the Assumption of the Office of President and Transition of Executive Authority Bill, 2025 aimed at establishing formal mechanisms to facilitate presidential transitions after the outcome of a general…
- Governor Anne Waiguru Minji Minji Football Cup Season II is running under the theme ‘Fomu ni Futaa Badala ya Kamnyweso’ (The Plan is Football Instead of Alcohol) as it will be used as a platform to raise awareness on drug and substance abuse through sports. The post 180 teams battle for Ksh 1.5M in…
- The agreement between Kenya Kwanza and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is not about power-sharing or the 2027 elections, President William Ruto has said. The President said the agreement he and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga signed on Friday is intended to foster unity of purpose to drive…