- 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…
- The long, drawn-out process of leasing government sugar factories has concluded, and the new operators have moved in seamlessly. The government has been trying unsuccessfully to privatise the sugar factories since the 90s. At that time, they were all in operation but have been grounded and…
- The preamble to the East Africa Community treaty says that the state parties entered the marriage to strengthen their economic, social, cultural, political, technological and other ties for fast, balanced and sustainable development. Member countries were convinced that cooperation at the sub-…
- A Kenyan initiative training youth and women on good agricultural practices through reviving indigenous vegetable cultivation was recently named among four winners of the inaugural Earthna Prize at the Earthna Summit 2025 in Doha, Qatar. Seeds of Change Initiative won alongside Farmer Tantoh…
- Kenyan lawyer and politician Martha Karua on May 18, 2025, became another high-profile official to be deported from Tanzania after ruffling the feathers of senior government officials ahead of the neighbouring country’s November elections. Karua, who was in that country to attend court proceedings…
- Another superb Declan Rice strike earned Arsenal victory over Newcastle to secure the Gunners a place in next season’s Champions League. Mikel Arteta’s side were flat and uninspiring before Rice’s exquisite curling finish from outside the box ensured second-placed Arsenal ended their home campaign…
- Gor Mahia’s chances of defending the Football Kenya Federation Premier League received yet another setback following a 0-0 draw against Murang’a Seal. K’Ogalo travelled to Murang’a hoping to win and boost their chances of winning the title again but ended up dropping more points on Sunday, May 18,…
- Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has warned the government against weaponising the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) against leaders who do not side with the government. Speaking in Machakos on Sunday, May 18, the former vice President said Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya was on…
- Dorcas Rigathi, spouse of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has publicly expressed her dismay over what she describes as a broken promise by President William Ruto, recalling a solemn agreement made during his tenure as deputy president. Speaking when she accompanied her husband, Rigathi…
- Former Harambee Stars goalkeeper Mathews Ottamax has said the Kenyan Premier League can learn lessons from the South African Premier Soccer League. Top of what the Kenyan competition can learn is how to produce and attract quality goalkeepers. “Statistically, I’d argue that the South African PSL is…
- Principal Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Korir Sing’oei, has addressed the detention of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) party leader Martha Karua and her Kenyan counterparts at Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, after being denied entry. In a statement…
- Naivasha Member of Parliament (MP) Jayne Kihara has come to the staunch defence of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, stating that his recent remarks concerning the 2027 general election have been misinterpreted and taken entirely out of context. Speaking when she accompanied Gachagua for a…
- Former Gor Mahia goalkeeper Mathews Ottamax has explained why Ian Otieno should be maintained as the first-choice keeper under Benni McCarthy. When McCarthy named his line-up to take on The Gambia and Gabon in March 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Otieno was given the goalkeeping duties. Ottamax argues…
- Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has said that the Ministry of Health does not have enough money to employ the Universal Health Coverage workers on Permanent and Pensionable terms. Responding to concerns on the plight of UHC workers raised by senators Edwin Sifuna (Nairobi) and Godfrey Osotsi (…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly rebuked former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over remarks suggesting potential violence in the 2027 elections, asserting that Kenya will not return to the dark days of political violence. In a strongly worded statement on his X account on May 17,…
- 2022 Roots Party presidential running mate Justina Wamae has poked holes into the country’s political landscape and party policies. Issuing a statement via her official X account on Sunday, May 18, 2025, Wamae pointed out that leaders who merge parties are united in ideas, therefore, one cannot…
- People’s Liberation Party (PLP) party leader Martha Karua has expressed concerns after she was detained at Mwalimu Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam, upon her arrival in Tanzania. Taking to her official X account on Sunday, May 18, 2025, Karua stated that she had arrived at the…
- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has joined religious leaders and members of the political divide in condemning the government’s economic empowerment projects. Speaking on Saturday, May 17, 2025, Gachagua strongly criticized the state’s move to disburse funds to economic empowerment in sub-…
- Pope Leo XIV will formally take up his role as leader of the global Catholic Church on Sunday, with a Mass in St. Peter’s Square that will draw tens of thousands of well-wishers, including dozens of world leaders and European royalty. Crowds are expected to cram the Square and surrounding streets…
- Here is what you need to know to get up to speed with today’s happenings. Condemnation of Gachagua Leaders allied to the government are expected to continue condemning former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his recent remarks on the 2027 elections. His remarks that the 2007/2008 post-…
- Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Aden Duale has slammed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s political party and accused him of plotting division in the country. The CS who was speaking during a cultural festival in Garissa on Saturday, May 17, 2025, claimed that the former DP’s intention is to…
- Kenya is renowned for its prowess in athletics, with its field and track stars continuing to dominate the world stages. However, beyond the discipline, the country has silently exported more talents, with footballers and volleyball icons now increasingly joining the professional ranks across Africa…
- Crystal Palace are celebrating a historic win in the FA Cup after a 1-0 victory against Manchester City at Wembley. It’s the south London club’s first major trophy – and third time lucky after losing two previous finals they have played in. The win also means Palace have qualified for next season’s…
- Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has strongly condemned the arrest of Mumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya. Speaking when he visited the lawmaker at the Central Police Station where he is being held, Omtatah noted the lawmaker had been arrested under unclear circumstances tied to…
- Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has challenged Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga to ensure the party not only fields a presidential candidate but also captures power in the upcoming elections in 2027. Speaking in Uyoma, Rarienda constituency, during the burial of Dr.…
- Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has challenged Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga to ensure the party not only fields a presidential candidate but also captures power in the upcoming elections in 2027. Speaking in Uyoma, Rarienda constituency, during the burial of Dr.…
- The Vatican’s Office for Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff released an image of the new Ring of the Fisherman, which will be given to Pope Leo XIV during his Mass of Inauguration on May 18. Bearing an image of St. Peter, the ring has New Testament roots and significance. In the Gospel…
- Real Madrid have completed the signing of the Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen. The 20-year-old defender, who has also been targeted by Chelsea, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Liverpool and Newcastle, will join the Spanish club at the end of the season after they agreed to pay a £50m release clause.…
- AFC Leopards midfielder Kayci Odhiambo has revealed that he does not have a preferred playing position, as he declared his readiness to help his team in whatever role he is deployed. The towering midfielder has been arguably Ingwe’s most versatile player, having worn many hats for the club by…
- A day after featuring in an explosive interview, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua took his President William Ruto’s one-term campaign to Kangema, Murang’a County. Accompanied by his lieutenant on Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) party leader claimed that Ruto…
- Anglican Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit has weighed in on the government’s economic empowerment programs rolled out across sub-counties, with the most recent being in the Mt Kenya region. Speaking at Limuru Girls High School, where he attended the ‘One Student, One Tree Launch’ event on Saturday,…
- Sports Principal Secretary Elijah Mwangi has lauded Kenyan athletes for their respective performances in the World Athletics Diamond League games in Doha, Qatar, on Friday, May 16, 2025. Taking to his social media on Saturday, May 17, 2025, Mwangi termed the success of the various track and field…
- Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika on Saturday, May 17, 2025, strongly rebuked former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his comments on post-election violence. Kihika condemned Gachagua’s sentiments, terming them reckless. The first time, the county boss explained that Nakuru bore the brunt of…
- Kapseret Constituency Member of Parliament (MP) Oscar Sudi has sounded a warning to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his remarks on the 2007/2008 post-election violence. Sudi, in a recorded video message shared via his official social media accounts on Saturday, May 17, 2025, warned…
- Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has extended the deadline for Public Benefit Organisations (PBOs) to register under the new regulatory framework by one year, giving them until May 13, 2026, to comply with provisions of the Public Benefits Organisation Act, 2013. In a Gazette Notice…
- Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga has said he does not regret joining President William Ruto’s broad-based government despite opposition leaders calling them out for what they term betrayal. Speaking during a funeral ceremony in Luo-Nyanza on Friday, May 16, 2025, Oburu noted that the same people who had…
- As the world’s forests continue to come under threat from the climate crisis and human-induced deforestation, experts say the next decade will be crucial to save them before it is too late. Ahead of this year’s United Nations Convention on Climate Change (COP30), in November, collective global…
- Former Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) Board Chairman Irungu Nyakera has broken his silence after a billboard he put up in Nairobi to congratulate former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on the launch of his political party was vandalised. Taking to his official X account on…
- Each day, Mercy logs in from a windowless cubicle in Nairobi. Her task is to watch. For hours, she reviews gruesome images, listens to hate-filled audio, and flags content that AI systems cannot yet comprehend. She is not a tech executive or engineer. She is a data worker, paid just over $1 an hour…
- Kenya’s education landscape is undergoing a bold transformation, driven by a powerful mission—to nurture every learner’s potential. At the heart of this shift is the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system, an approach designed to develop engaged, empowered, and ethical citizens who are not only…
- When the two world economic superpowers, China and the United States of America, announced that they would have a discussion on the economy and trade between the two nations, it came as a relief to many countries that also have bilateral trade with the two nations. The two nations must recognize…
- Roy Keane believes the days of everyone wanting to join Manchester United have ended after the club suffered an 18th defeat of the season at Chelsea, which he felt proved they “aren’t really good at anything”. United lost 1-0 thanks to Marc Cucurella’s second-half winner to leave them on 39 points…
- Bodaboda operators in Kenya have long been painted in a negative light, often associated with lawlessness, indiscipline, and now, crime. In recent times, they have been branded as accomplices in phone and handbag snatching incidents, most of which occur with the perpetrators riding boda bodas.…
- Police are looking for a gang of four suspected robbers posing as passengers and operating along Mombasa road that has committed at least five robberies in the last three days. Authorities have also warned hitch-hikers and motorists who offer lifts to strangers to be wary of the dangers they are…
- President William Ruto has praised Kenya’s athletics team for their outstanding performance at the 2025 Doha Diamond League, where the country’s runners delivered a series of impressive victories on the international stage. In a message shared on his official X account on Saturday, May 17, Ruto…
