- The suspect in the shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers on Saturday worked at a private-security company that claims he has experience around the world.State Rep. Melissa Hortman, 55 years old, and her husband were shot and killed in their Brooklyn Park home. Elsewhere in Champlin, state Sen. John…
- Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Defence, Soipan Tuya, has vowed to furnish the country with full information on what exactly caused the Kenya Air Force plane crash in Viramboni village, Ndavaya, Kwale County. In a statement issued late on Saturday, June 14, 2025, CS Tuya explained that she had…
- Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina has called for the questioning of the security officers captured on the CCTV footage showing what transpired when Albert Ojwang was taken to the facility. In a statement on Saturday, June 14, 2025, Njeri Maina called for the grilling of the officers while…
- Former Nyeri Town MP Ngunjiri Wambugu has defended his constant criticism of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, months after they fell out. In a statement on Saturday, June 14, 2025, Wambugu, who served as Gachagua’s communication strategist and advisor, insisted that his constant criticism…
- Hours after CCTV footage of Albert Ojwang’s final moments at Mbagathi Hospital emerged, Kenyans from different sectors have continued to pile pressure on the National Police Service (NPS) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to come clean on what transpired. In a statement on…
- Police have recovered 75 bales believed to be dried cannabis sativa following a successful operation in Ambalo, Sololo Sub-County, Marsabit County. The National Police Service (NPS) confirmed the operation in a statement on Saturday, June 14, 2025, indicating that two individuals were apprehended…
- Former England soccer captain David Beckham and actor Gary Oldman were knighted in King Charles’ annual birthday honours list on Saturday, June 14, 2025, while sculptor Antony Gormley was made a Companion of Honour. Beckham, 50, joined Manchester United as a trainee in 1993, going on to make almost…
- Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has questioned the source of funds in Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s Economic Empowerment Programme. Speaking in Mumias on Saturday, June 14, 2025, Sifuna questioned how an individual can donate Ksh100 million in one week. “The economy is bad, and we are seeing…
- Motorists in Kenya are bracing for higher costs at the fuel pumps as the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has increased the price. “In accordance with Section 101(y) of the Petroleum Act 2019 and Legal Notice No.192 of 2022, we have calculated the maximum wholesale and retail prices…
- Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has stated that the agreement signed between the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) does not exist. Speaking in Mumias on Saturday, June 14, 2025, Sifuna stated that the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two…
- FIFA-accredited referee Josephine Wanjiku has been selected to officiate at the 2024 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which will be hosted by Morocco from 5 to 26 July 2025. “FKF congratulates her on this well-deserved appointment and celebrates the strides Kenyan referees…
- Nairobi United have been officially crowned the 2024/25 National Super League (NSL) champions, capping a brilliant season with a 0-1 win against MOFA at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium (Mamboleo Stadium) in Kisumu on Saturday afternoon, June 14, 2025. The result, confirmed by the team, marked…
- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has issued a bold warning to police officers, cautioning them against executing unlawful orders from their superiors. Gachagua insists that when things go awry, the officers will be left to bear the consequences alone while those above them walk free under…
- DAP-K party leader Eugene Wamalwa, on Saturday, June 14, 2025, held a meeting with a high-level delegation from the Kikuyu Council of Elders at his Kiminini home in Trans Nzoia. In a statement shared on his official X account on Saturday, June 14, 2025, Wamalwa revealed that the elders had…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has declared his absolute loyalty to President William Ruto amid ‘yes sir’ critics. Speaking in Wote, Makueni Constituency, on Saturday, June 14, 2025, during the Economic Empowerment programme, he affirmed his respect for the head of state. Further, he stated that…
- FKF President Hussein Mohammed has now broken his silence following the death of McDonald Mariga and Victor Wanyama’s mother, joining the growing list of Kenyans mourning with the family of the football legends. In a statement posted on his X account on Saturday, June 14, 2025, Hussein sent his…
- NEW DELHI, June 14 (Reuters) – Air India’s deadly plane crash that killed at least 270 people has triggered a wave of speculation about what led to the world’s worst aviation disaster in a decade, but authorities are slowly narrowing down areas of investigation. The Boeing (BA.N) opens a new tab. …
- Emurua Dikir MP Johanna Ng’eno has publicly called out Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, urging him to stop interfering in the work of other leaders and instead focus on fulfilling his mandate to the people of his county. Speaking during an empowerment event in Mt Elgon, Bungoma County, on…
- Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has come out to call for the disbandment of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), accusing it of failing Kenyans. In a lengthy post on his X account on Saturday, June 14, 2025, the legislator demanded that the authority be disbanded, citing its inability…
- Busia County Senator Okiya Omtatah has strongly condemned the ongoing destruction of Shamata Forest in Nyandarua County, where numerous trucks have been spotted ferrying freshly cut trees, raising serious concerns about the person who issued this order. In a statement shared on Saturday, June 14,…
- As Father’s Day is celebrated on Sunday, June 15, 2025, fathers everywhere are taking a moment to reflect on the profound impact of parenthood. This is a special occasion celebrated globally to honour and appreciate fathers and father figures for their vital role in families and society. In Kenya…
- Over the past 25 years since its establishment, the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has vigorously spurred the dynamic growth of China-Africa cooperation, becoming a model of solidarity and cooperation among the Global South. During the Beijing Summit of the Forum last year in September…
- The Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy (MKWC), which is part of the historic Mount Kenya Safari Club, has made an intentional move to tap artificial intelligence to transform conservation efforts, to keep the endangered mountain Bongo safe. Led by entrepreneur and conservationist Humphrey Kariuki,…
- With the public now shifting their focus to the slain teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang, who died while in custody at the Central Police Station, former Roots Party running mate Justina Wamae has come out to call for a shift in the management of police cells to the prisons department. In a…
- Show me a Kenyan father who does not appreciate a good grill, and well, I will give you my seat at my favourite barbecue restaurant. The point is, I love barbecue and I would be loath to give up my seat. But I know Kenyan dads love meat just as much as they love a […]
- Google’s Open Buildings dataset is quietly transforming how health workers, governments, researchers, and NGOs are tackling some of Africa’s most complex development challenges. From guiding flood response in Nairobi to improving access to healthcare in Rwanda and boosting childhood immunisation in…
- Is the African Union on its deathbed? Or has it already died? Vital questions begging for answers. So many negative happenings are currently defining the African continent, begging the question as to the presence and relevance of African political leadership, which is clearly missing in action.…
- Vaginal odour is a common experience that can be influenced by various factors, including the menstrual cycle, disease and even diet. All private parts have a natural scent, and a strong or unpleasant odour, particularly when accompanied by discharge or other symptoms, may indicate a potential…
- The winner of the 2024/25 FKF Premier League season could be decided tomorrow, June 15, 2025. Table leaders Kenya Police FC have the best opportunity to dethrone record champions Gor Mahia if they manage to beat Shabana at Machakos Stadium. A total of nine matches have been lined up across the…
- Kenya’s sports docket has received a total allocation of Ksh16.69 billion in the 2025/2026 national budget, an increase of Ksh169 million from the previous financial year, with National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi outlining a vision to “harness national pride,…
- Former Nairobi Town Clerk and governance expert Philip Kisia has come out to strongly criticise IPOA Chairman Issack Hassan’s presence at the press conference where the Inspector General of Police and the Deputy Inspector General issued a statement following the controversial death of teacher and…
- Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings. Ojwang murder probe This is a subject that is expected to shape the national discourse since it happened. The probe, conducted by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), has unearthed a number of issues, which…
- Come July 1, 2025, importing a used car into Kenya will become a costly affair, thanks to a decision by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to introduce a new way of valuing imported vehicles. The move, which involves adopting a revised Current Retail Selling Price (CRSP) schedule, is already…
- Management committees running the various coffee co-operative societies in the Ukambani region have been cautioned against mismanagement and plunder of farmers’ cash from the coffee proceeds. Cooperative Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparaya said on Thursday, June 12, 2025, that the rampant reports of…
- In an important global conversation in Mombasa almost went unnoticed because of the understandable national uproar over the killing of influencer Albert Ojwang in police custody. Regrettably, the torture and murder of the influencer remain the cruel face of police brutality, which attracted half-…
- Kenya’s top chess club, Equity Bank, made its historic debut at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship on Wednesday, where 17-year-old Kyle Kuka stunned a top English opponent with a brilliant comeback, salvaging pride in a tough opening round against the world’s elite. The tournament features…
- When Jael retired from her corporate job at just 36, she was not chasing early success or burnout recovery — she was chasing peace, lots of it, she says. The city, with its haste, noise and endless bills, no longer served her. She prescribed herself a chill pill. So she packed up everything, left…
- The murder in police custody of a teacher and blogger, Albert Ojwang’ has once again thrust a high-ranking police officer and the entire National Police Service into the eye of a storm. While the previous flare-up had the Deputy Inspector General in charge of the Administration Police Service,…
- Kisumu County Secondary Schools Sports Association (KCSSSA) has avoided an early showdown between boys’ football defending champions Kisumu Day and last year’s runners-up Agai Mixed Secondary by placing the archrivals in separate pools in this year’s fixtures. According to competition details…
- The debate at the just concluded United Nations Ocean Conference centred on how humanity’s survival is grounded on how we manage our relationships with the ocean and the environment. The third UN ocean summit in Nice, France, witnessed various entities showcasing their efforts to protect marine…
- Kenya’s democratic journey, though relatively young compared to mature democracies, has been repeatedly tested at the ballot box. Though elections have become defining moments—episodes where hope for renewal is so often overshadowed by suspicion, confusion, and claims of betrayal, it has stood…
- The third leg of the LOOP Safari Gravel Series will take place today, June 14, 2025, at the iconic Hell’s Gate National Park in Naivasha. The race, which is expected to attract over 500 cyclists, also doubles as a UCI Gravel World Series Qualifier, making it one of the most anticipated events on…
- Concerns have been raised over the apparent vandalism of the property at the Mukurwe Wa Nyagathanga traditional shrine following years of abandonment. Mukurwe Wa Nyagathanga is a shrine that is held in high regard by the Kikuyu community as it is believed to be the origin of their forefathers. This…
- Since Sunday, Kenya’s law enforcement and investigative agencies have been putting their limbs in all their orifices while explaining how Albert Ojwang, a 31-year-old teacher, died at the hands of our murderous police officers. Considering that this was not an accident, as he was healthy at the…
- With over 1.8 million Kenyans facing food insecurity and more than 500,000 children under five years suffering from malnutrition, the government is turning to Science, Research, and Innovation (SRI) to tackle the crisis. This was revealed by Prof Shaukat Abdulrazak, Principal Secretary, State…
- As malaria continues to be a major public health threat in Kenya, the government has been urged to scale up the local production of antimalarial drugs to reduce dependency on imports and enhance the fight against the disease. Despite progress in malaria control over the past two decades, the…
- As the 2027 general election approaches, Kenya’s political landscape is steadily taking shape, though many questions remain—particularly within the ODM party and the broader Azimio coalition. At the centre of this unfolding drama is Raila Odinga, the veteran opposition leader and ODM party head,…
- Investigations into the brutal murder of teacher-cum-blogger Albert Ojwang at Nairobi’s Central Police Station have revealed the great lengths rogue police officers go to tamper with evidence to interfere with criminal investigations. The case of Central Police Station bears striking similarities…
- As Kenya’s Competency-Based Education (CBE) system continues to take shape, one of its most transformative features is the introduction of pathways, tracks, and learning areas—a structure designed to personalise learning and align education with the diverse talents, interests, and career…
- President William Ruto has announced that the government intends to establish a Ksh150 billion pharmaceutical manufacturing hub in Murang’a. The President said the facility will be constructed on the land that was ceded by Del Monte and has been earmarked to be transformed into an industrial hub.…
