- Covid19 cases are rising again as a new variant begins to circulate in some parts of the world. The World Health Organization said Wednesday the rise is primarily in the eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Asia and western Pacific regions. Airport screening in the United States has detected the new…
- The world is facing a new form of climate denial – not the dismissal of climate science, but a concerted attack on the idea that the economy can be reorganised to fight the crisis, the president of global climate talks has warned. André Corrêa do Lago the veteran Brazilian diplomat who will direct…
- Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu has raised a red flag over the government’s move to write off Ksh6 billion loans taken by Kenyans from the Hustler fund. Appearing before the Budget and Appropriations Committee (BAC), which is receiving submissions relating to the 2025/2026 budget estimates, Gathungu…
- Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has urged the National Assembly Budget Committee to approve all funding requests made by the Office of the Auditor General, describing it as the only institution he fully trusts in Kenya’s governance ecosystem. Speaking during a session of the National Assembly’s Budget…
- President William Ruto’s public apology during the National Prayer Breakfast has stirred fresh calls for accountability from opposition leaders, who insist that words alone are not enough without real, tangible action. Opposition parties, under the Party of Liberal Progress (PLP), responded, urging…
- Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has suspended all labour inspections on all employers countrywide. Announcing the move on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during the 66th annual general meeting of the Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE), Mutua revealed that the step would make…
- Marcus Rashford’s camp have reportedly met with Barcelona as the forward eyes a move away from manchtser United in the summer. The 27-year-old, who joined Aston Villa on loan in January, is set to permanently end his association with his boyhood club and will be available for £40 million. Rashford’…
- Reigning Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi is among the athletes set to miss the 800m race in the 2025 edition of the Kipkeino Classic Continental Tour. The event is set to be staged at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi, scheduled for Saturday, May 31, 2025. Also missing in the list is Tsephiso…
- Members of Parliament (MPs) acting under the orders of the National Assembly speaker, Moses Wetang’ula, were denied an opportunity to see the ailing Juja MP, George Koimburi, at his Karen Hospital ward on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Relaying the information on the floor of the National Assembly on…
- Political analyst and governance expert Javas Bigambo has raised questions about the credibility, methodology, and intent behind opinion polls in Kenya. Bigambo highlights long-standing concerns about bias, data interpretation, and public manipulation in Kenya’s political landscape. “Ordinarily,…
- Leader of the majority party in the National Assembly, Kimani Ichung’wah, has appealed to the residents of Juja constituency to consider recalling their Member of Parliament (MP), George Koimburi. Speaking during the National Assembly plenary session on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Ichung’wah indicated…
- Maendeleo ya Wanawake Organisation (MYWO) has issued a strong call for political tolerance and responsibility as the country inches closer to the 2027 general elections. Speaking during the organization’s national executive retreat held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, MYWO Chairperson Reyhab Mwikali…
- The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) has issued a stark warning about the increasing presence of substandard cement in the Kenyan market, raising grave concerns over public safety and the integrity of the nation’s construction industry. In an official statement released Wednesday, May 28,…
- Medical Services Principal Secretary Ouma Oluga has vowed to weed out unqualified health practitioners from the health service. In a statement on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, the Ministry of Health revealed that it will embark on the digitisation of the health workers’ roll to rid the sector of quacks…
- KCB Rugby Football Club has announced a raft of managerial changes at the club, with Dennis Mwanja named the new interim head coach at the den. Mwanja, who also doubles up as the Kenya Lionesses coach, will replace Oliver Mang’eni, whose contract is due to expire on June 30, 2025. The club has…
- In a rare and emotional address, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and First Lady Janet Museveni publicly apologized to Ugandans for the missteps and failures that have occurred during their nearly four decades in power. Speaking during a national address on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Museveni…
- CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba has warned that if East Africa will not be able to host the African Nations Championship (CHAN), then it may lose the hosting rights for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Kenya and Tanzania are in the race to complete the stadium renovation works just two…
- Kenya’s aspiration to become a premier medical tourism destination in Africa by 2030 faces a significant challenge a shortage of specialized healthcare professionals. Speaking during an interview with a local radio station, National Chairman of the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) Peterson…
- The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) has submitted a comprehensive set of proposals on the Finance Bill 2025, urging the National Assembly to adopt reforms that balance revenue generation with economic growth and taxpayer fairness. “In response to the call for proposals on…
- Nearly half of Kenyans believe the political alliance between President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga could enhance the fairness of the 2027 General Elections, according to the latest survey by TIFA Research released on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The poll, conducted between May 2, 2025,…
- A new survey by TIFA Research, conducted between May 2-6, 2025, has pinpointed the soaring cost of living as the most significant failure of President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza government. The TIFA National Public Issues Survey: State of the Nation, Kenya Kwanza Government Performance, 2027…
- A significant portion of the Kenyan public believes that Orange Democratic Movement [ODM] leader Raila Odinga may shift political gears and support President William Ruto’s re-election bid in 2027. According to the second release of the National Public Issues Survey by Trends and Insights for…
- Lugari Member of Parliament Nabii Nabwera has dismissed claims surrounding the arrest and impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, terming the process as politically charged and unhelpful to ordinary citizens. Speaking during an interview with a local TV station on May 28, 2025,…
- Kenyans across the political divide consider corruption the biggest factor hindering the country’s development. According to a National Public Issues Survey released on May 28, 2025, by Trends and Insights Africa (TIFA), poor leadership also ranked as the highest factor. “ For all Kenyans as well…
- Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu has expressed deep frustration over what he termed as double standards by the National Assembly and state institutions following the intense focus on former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s recent remarks. Speaking during a morning show, the senator criticised the…
- Kenyan leaders from across political, religious, and social spheres gather this morning at Safari Park Hotel for the 22nd edition of the National Prayer Breakfast. The venue buzzed with high-level arrivals, handshakes, and dignified nods as protocol officers usher in an array of notable guest.…
- Kenyan leaders from across political, religious, and social spheres gather this morning at Safari Park Hotel for the 22nd edition of the National Prayer Breakfast. The venue buzzed with high-level arrivals, handshakes, and dignified nods as protocol officers usher in an array of notable guest.…
- A recent survey conducted by TIFA Research from May 2-6, 2025, has revealed that 50% of Kenyans believe the presidency of Donald Trump will have a negative impact on the country. The findings, part of TIFA’s second release of its National Public Issues Survey, titled State of the Nation, Kenya…
- A new national survey released by TIFA Research on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, reveals that only 22% of Kenyans support the Broad-Based Government (BBG), the informal alliance between President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga. The poll, conducted between May 2, 2025, and May 6, 2025, sampled…
- A growing number of Kenyans are expressing deep concern over the country’s trajectory, with a majority feeling that the nation is steadily moving in the wrong direction. This is according to the latest findings from the Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA) National Public Issues Survey, whose…
- The 22nd annual Kenya National Prayer Breakfast (KNPB), themed ‘Rise and Rebuild’, is ongoing at the Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi. The interdenominational gathering has been graced by President William Ruto, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, and Senate…
- Victor Wanyama is officially back in Harambee Stars colors, and not just for sentiment. Head coach Benni McCarthy has named the veteran midfielder in his provisional squad for the upcoming friendlies against Chad, scheduled for June 7 and June 10, 2025, in Morocco. Wanyama, who retired from…
- Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has voiced grave concerns over the transition of staff from the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the newly established Social Health Authority (SHA). Speaking under Standing Order 53(1) during the Senate seating on May 27, 2025, Khalwale demanded…
- Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu has raised alarm over rising insecurity and political intimidation in the country, urging the International Criminal Court (ICC) and international community to intervene. Speaking on a local TV station on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Nyutu said Kenya was headed into a…
- Discussions about end-of-life care are deeply personal and grounded in cultural and religious values. Advance care planning is giving instructions on your medical care when you are unable to speak for yourself. The Conversation spoke to Dr John Weru about Kenya’s work towards holding this sensitive…
- One of the key drivers of biodiversity loss identified by scientists again during last week’s International Day for Biological Diversity is invasive alien species (IAS). The focus of this year’s biodiversity day was on the linkages between the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs…
- “I don’t know why, but I hate my newborn baby. They make me sick,” that confession from a new mother is telling. And it is a common silent pain, especially among first-time young mothers. Although motherhood is often painted as a time of boundless happiness, the truth is that many young women…
- Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings. Prayer breakfast One of the important events to look out for today is the National Prayer Breakfast, which will take place at the Safari Park Hotel. Held under the auspices of the Speakers of the National Assembly and the…
- African Games men’s 400m champion Chidi Anthony Okezie has told fans to expect something very fast, faster than lightning, at the sixth edition of the Absa Kip Keino Classic, set for Ulinzi Sports Complex in Nairobi this Saturday. The 31-year-old Nigerian speed ace has pledged to dominate the men’s…
- The public service is bleeding, and the wound is self-inflicted. For too long, the government has allowed a festering scandal to undermine the integrity of its institutions: public servants wielding fake academic and professional certificates. This is not a minor administrative oversight; it is a…
- Police Bullets are still in a celebratory mood. Understandably, they seem not to get enough of it. They fired their way into history once again, clinching back-to-back Football Kenya Federation Women’s Premier League titles after a dominant season that saw them collect 46 points from 20 matches,…
- Players in the ride-hailing industry have faulted the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for the challenges they face while filing invoices on the Electronic Tax Invoice Management System (ETIMS). Most of the service providers process numerous invoices on a daily basis, hence becoming a challenge for…
- In any functioning democratic system, law enforcers are entrusted with the duty of protecting citizens, upholding justice, and ensuring that no individual falls victim to the shadows of impunity. Yet apparently, a disturbing pattern is becoming deeply rooted: the unwillingness or outright refusal…
- Kenya’s economic recovery is losing steam, with the World Bank expecting gross domestic product (GDP) growth to slow to 4.5 per cent in 2025 from an earlier forecast of about 5 per cent, citing higher debt risks and declining private sector credit. The subdued performance comes amid mounting fiscal…
- Albert Odero delivered a stellar performance, dropping a game-high 23 points to inspire Nairobi City Thunder (NCT) to their first-ever win at the Basketball Africa League (BAL), as they stunned South Africa’s Made By Basketball (MBB) 85-76 at the BK Arena in Kigali. His clinical display, alongside…
- Many Kenyans were asking, “When will Fred Matiang’i return to Kenya and declare his political stand?” He came and went straight to where his life began, where he would be told the truth. He landed in Kisii and Nyamira counties to mammoth crowds, changing the political chessboard for 2027. For many…
- A Senate committee has ordered Machakos County Assembly Speaker and members to convene a Special Sitting and have plenary sessions, operations and other programs within seven days. The directive comes after the County Assembly Speaker Anne Kiusya suspended the business of the House indefinitely on…
- The East Africa Device Assembly Kenya Limited (EADAK), a local smartphone manufacturer, is proposing the exemption of imports of inputs for locally assembled mobile phones from value-added tax (VAT) to enable the continuous supply of affordable smartphones in the country. Finance Bill 2025/26,…
- In 2018, Kenya took a significant step in education reform by introducing the National Education Management Information System (NEMIS). The system was designed to digitise education data management by centralising records, improving learner tracking, guiding policy formulation, and enhancing…
- Confederation of African Football (CAF) Secretary General Véron Mosengo-Omba has reiterated that Kenya will host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), despite acknowledging delays in infrastructure and logistical preparations. Speaking during an inspection tour of key CHAN venues in Nairobi…
