- With just over two years before the next General Election, Kenya’s political barometer is indicating rising temperatures as the countdown begins in earnest. The political landscape has shifted dramatically since the last election, although the main players in the 2022 vote are still very much on…
- Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) league defending champions Equity Hawks went ahead to crush University of Nairobi (UoN) Dynamites 75-29 in what was more of a one-sided clash at Africa Nazarene University. Hawks asserted their dominance from the opening tip-off on both ends of the court, combining…
- Kenya Premier League side Gor Mahia has part ways with its head coach Sinisa Mihic. In a statement on Monday, May 19, 2025, the club, which sits third in the log, said it had part ways with the tactician on mutual agreement. Mihic’s two assistants, Zedekiah “Zico” Otieno and Michael “Nam” will…
- The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an operation targeting individuals who attacked Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) officers and obstructed them from conducting a search in Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s home. In a statement, DCI noted that EACC…
- The High Court has issued temporary orders stopping the National Assembly from vetting the proposed Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Commissioners until May 29, 2025. This comes after activists Kelvin Roy Omondi and Boniface Mwangi filed a petition seeking to stop the vetting…
- The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has expelled nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba from its membership. UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar, in a press statement issued on Monday, May 19, 2025, noted that the party’s Disciplinary Committee had resolved that Orwoba be expelled from the…
- Democracy for Citizens (DCP) Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has revealed how he managed to evade an extensive police dragnet mounted at major exits in Murang’a, where he attended a church service on Sunday, May 18, 2025. The former deputy president, turned fierce government critic, revealed that he…
- Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) party leader Rigathi Gachagua has vowed to continue with the one-term movement despite facing threats from the government. Speaking on Monday, May 19, 2025, during a press conference at his Karen home, the former deputy president claimed that his newly launched…
- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Monday, May 19, 2025, revealed that he is protected by civilian licensed firearm holders. Addressing the press alongside his allies, the former DP indicated that he constituted the said team to escort him, claiming that the decision was informed by the…
- Democracy for Citizens (DCP) Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has dared the government to arrest him, noting that waylaying him on the roads will not intimidate him or his supporters. Speaking during a press conference in Nairobi on Monday, May 19, 2025, Gachagua condemned police action on Sunday, May…
- Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) party leader Rigathi Gachagua has accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of intending to eliminate him. Speaking on Monday, May 19, 2025, during a press conference at his Karen home in Nairobi, Gachagua claimed that he had received intelligence reports that…
- Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has warned the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) against what he terms arbitrary raids on leaders’ homes without conducting prior intelligence. In a statement on Monday, May 19, 2025, Amisi says the independent commission will have to issue an explanation to the…
- Belgut Member of Parliament Nelson Koech has moved to cool down the simmering diplomatic row between Kenya and the US following President William Ruto’s remarks in China, which rattled Washington, compelling Idaho Senator Jim Risch to call for the reassessment of ties with Nairobi. In a statement…
- One person has died after a boat carrying migrants sank while attempting to cross the English Channel, according to French officials. The Maritime Prefect of the Channel and the North Sea said 61 survivors had been rescued overnight and taken to Boulogne-sur-Mer after their “overloaded boat” broke…
- The Holy See Press Office announced that Pope Leo XIV met with the Vice President of the United States of America, James David Vance, on Monday morning. The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, and their wives were also present at the audience. The US Vice President and Secretary of State…
- Francis Atwoli, Secretary General of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions, Kenya (COTU), has once again demanded the abolition of the National Employment Authority (NEA), accusing it of promoting modern-day slavery. In a post on his official X account on Monday, May 19, 2025, Atwoli expressed…
- Masalani town in Ijara Sub County has suffered a severe water crisis for the last two months following the disconnection of electricity at the Masalani water supply. According to Masalani watchdog chairman Mr Abdullahi Abdi and women’s groups’ chairlady Amina Yussuf, some residents paid their water…
- Kakamega Homeboyz talisman Moses Shumah has relayed his gratitude to fans as he ramps up his hunt for the Football Kenya (FKF) Premier League’s Golden Boot for the 2025 season. The Homeboyz striker moved clear of FC Talanta’s Emmanuel Osoro after netting his 17th goal of the season on Sunday, May…
- As countries grapple with aid cuts and financial uncertainty, the World Health Organisation (WHO) is urging the adoption of low-cost, pre-qualified HIV rapid tests to ensure continued access to critical HIV services. Switching to affordable and quality-assured tests, particularly as the first step…
- Hackers have stolen a ‘significant amount of personal data’ from the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) in the yet another cyber-attack. The personal data of people who applied to the Legal Aid Agency since 2010, including criminal records, was accessed and downloaded in a cyber attack in April this year,…
- Kenya’s industrial and manufacturing drive is dying a slow, painful death – not because of a lack of ideas, ambition, or talent, but because we have glorified one of the biggest threats to economic growth: the government. The brutal truth must be said – working for the government or doing business…
- A month after the government launched the Shirika Plan, an initiative aimed at integrating refugees among host communities, queries have been raised about its sustainability. Shirika Plan has faced criticism from refugees, host communities, and civil society organisations. Stakeholders have raised…
- Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has come out strongly in support of the police raid carried out on Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s Kitale residence on Monday, May 19, 2025. He dismissed claims by various opposition leaders that the raid was part of a broader political crackdown on government…
- Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (Saccos) have been urged to intensify investments in product development and adoption of new technology to endure competition, especially from commercial banks. Cooperative Bank of Kenya vice chairman Macloud Malonza observed that commercial banks have…
- Embakasi North MP James Gakuya has criticised Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen over what he termed as selective outrage in their condemnation of recent remarks made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Speaking on K24 TV on May 19, 2025,…
- Seamless adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) through the enactment of policy and regulatory frameworks is critical to accelerating the growth of Africa’s digital economy and unlocking employment opportunities for the youth, technology executives said at a forum in Nairobi. The half-day forum,…
- Defending champions Kenya’s men’s and women’s national basketball teams are set to defend their titles at this year’s FIBA Africa Nations League (FANL) 3×3 Under-23 World Cup qualifiers, scheduled to tip off from June 3-9, 2025, in the West African country of Benin. Speaking to People Sports on May…
- Kenya’s public sphere is increasingly saturated with confusing and contestable information and perspectives aimed at shaping political discourse. New actors have emerged, focusing primarily on the production and dissemination of editorial content. Interestingly these emergent editorial spaces,…
- Bidco United and KCB FC will square off this afternoon, Monday, May 19, 2025, at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos in a do-or-die FKF Premier League showdown. Kickoff is at 1:00 pm, with both sides desperate for a turnaround as the league enters the home stretch. Fight for survival Bottom-placed Bidco…
- Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has declared that the Kenya Kwanza government will continue to make arrests of persons who violate the law of the land. Speaking on Monday, May 19, 2025, during an interactive session after an address to the nation, Mwaura termed the recent crackdown on…
- Look at the chief economic and strategic spots across Africa — ports for key trade corridors, mines that produce critical minerals, large renewable energy projects — and you will find the United Arab Emirates. As the United States and, to a lesser extent, China reduce their investment, aid and…
- DAP-K party leader Eugene Wamalwa has on Monday, May 19, 2025, strongly condemned the police raid at Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s residence in Milimani, Kitale. A contingent of police officers stormed the governor’s home without explanation, sparking widespread concern and protest from…
- The UN Food Systems Stocktaking Moment youth preparatory meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, offered an unexpected but powerful lens through which to reflect on the role of technical and vocational education and training centres (TVETs) in supporting food systems across generations. While the global…
- Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) over the weekend led a multi-agency operation, targeting two Container Freight Stations (CFSs), among them Kencont – a facility reportedly linked to the family of the late former President Daniel arap Moi. The operation, which began under the cover of darkness on…
- Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined other African Union leaders in a renewed push for peace and stability in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). In a statement posted on his official X account on May 19, 2025, Uhuru announced that he had held a high-level meeting with fellow Panel of…
- Certain parts of Masalani in Garissa and Tana River counties hosting National Intelligence Service (NIS) bases have been designated as protected areas with restricted access. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, in a Gazette Notice dated May 16, announced that the Masalani NIS Campus in…
- Sofapaka hat-trick hero Jack Onganya deflected praises from himself, instead opting to credit an overall impressive performance as the key to Sunday, May 18, 2025, league victory over Tusker FC. The Batoto Ba Mungu playmaker not only dictated proceedings throughout the game but also claimed the…
- A petition seeking to stop the vetting and approval of President William Ruto’s nominees for the positions of chairperson and commissioners of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will be heard on Monday, May 19, 2025. Justice Lawrence Mugambi on Friday adjourned the case…
- Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei has come out strongly to condemn the detention of former Chief Justice Dr Willy Mutunga, activist Haniffa Falsafi, and Hussein Khalid in Tanzania. The three were arrested while en route to attend a court session involving a detained Tanzanian…
- Plans to have former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangi run for the presidency on a Jubilee Party ticket have been sealed, an MP said on May 18, 2025. Nakuru Town West MP Samwel Arama yesterday revealed that plans were at an advanced stage to hand over the party’s political mantle to Matiang’…
- The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (Supkem) Isiolo Branch has expressed dissatisfaction with the national office for sidelining it in important matters that require its participation. Speaking to journalists in Isiolo town, the officials said they were duly elected in office, and it is sad that…
- The government was forced to pay a whopping Ksh 4.3 billion as interest charged on delayed payments for 15 projects. Auditor General Nancy Gathungu said the interest could have been avoided if the payments had been made. The interests relate to loans procured by the government for various projects…
- Mikel Arteta has promised a big summer of transfers to make Arsenal worthy Premier League title contenders next season. The manager confirmed at least ‘four or five players’ will be departing at the end of this season. They include Jorginho, who is joining Brazilian side Flamengo, and the Celtic-…
- Orwaki village in Nyakenimo Sub-Location in Nyamira County was plunged into mourning on the night of May 17, 2025, after a son allegedly murdered his 62-year-old father before setting his body ablaze. Frankline Stima Ouru, 20, accused his father of seducing his wife. Ouru arrived at his father’s…
- A showdown is looming in Parliament where senators are demanding a role in the vetting of nominees to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). In a move that could reignite long-standing supremacy battles between the Senate and the National Assembly, the senators decried their…
- Police have arrested a man suspected to have killed his friend and dismembered his body into two in Chemamul village, Ololunga in Narok South on Saturday. By yesterday, only the lower part of the body –which was positively identified by the relatives -had been found dumped about 200 metres from the…
- The government has warned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of arrest if he “continues to incite Kenyans”. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said Gachagua was not above the law. “There are people threatening us. They think they are above the law (and) cannot be arrested and that…
- Senators have rejected the constitutional amendment initiative spearheaded by members of the National Assembly and are now crafting parallel proposals to alter the country’s supreme law. The proposed Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill seeks to embed the National Government Constituency…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s office is requesting an additional Ksh625.4 million, with Ksh100 million earmarked for renovations of Harambee House Annexe and the official Karen residence, and Sh525.4 million for recurrent expenditure. Documents presented to the National Assembly’s Departmental…
- Here is what you need to know to get up to speed with today’s happenings. Salasya to appear in court Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salaysa is finally expected to be arraigned in court this Monday, 19, 2025, in Nairobi. Salaysa, who was arrested during his tour of the county of Isiolo, has…
