- In the heart of Kenya’s coastal belt, where the dusty plains of Kilifi and Tana River once lay quiet and underused, a silent transformation is underway, one that could shape the future of the nation’s food supply. The Galana-Kulalu Food Security Project, once written off after a string of early…
- Kenya Sevens captain George ‘Japolo’ Ooro is set to make his much-anticipated debut for KCB Rugby Club at the Driftwood 7s in Mombasa this weekend. The tournament, held at the Mombasa Sports Club, kicks off on Saturday, July 26, 2025, to Sunday, and marks the start of the 2025 National Sevens…
- With just weeks remaining until Africa’s most anticipated esports tournament reaches its climax in Lagos, Nigeria, Kenya’s Delta eSports has unveiled its official 2025 roster for the Carry1st Africa Cup and Call of Duty®: Mobile World Championship qualifiers. In a fiery social media announcement on…
- Hon Sabina Chege, a Jubilee Party-nominated MP who supports President William Ruto, on Friday, July 25 2025, during an exclusive interview with K24 TV, responded to reports that the Kenyan government plans to stop offering free education in primary and secondary schools. In a rare and honest moment…
- Boda boda operators have warned against the passage of the proposed Public Transport (Motorcycle Regulation) Bill (Senate Bill No. 38 of 2023). They said if passed, millions of families will be pushed deeper into poverty and bring chaos to one of the country’s most vital economic lifelines. It is…
- On any given weekend across Kenya, small groups of people meet. Some sit on plastic chairs under mango trees. Others gather in church halls, classrooms, or urban flats. The agenda is simple: contributions, loans, updates. But behind this simplicity lies a complex, highly functional financial engine…
- Right back Eugene Ikutwa says his move to Tusker FC is the fulfilment of a dream, and now, his focus is firmly on winning trophies with the 13-time FKF Premier League champions. The 22-year-old has joined the Brewers on a two-year deal from Bidco United ahead of the 2025/26 season. Tusker, one of…
- Former Harambee Stars goalkeeper Matthews Ottamax has decried the long-term neglect of national team legends ahead of the 2024 African Nations Championship scheduled for August 2-30, 2025, in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. Taking to his social media, the legendary goalkeeper urged the relevant…
- While Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering Financing of Terrorism (CFT) laws in Kenya were designed to combat financial crimes and terrorism, concerns about their potential misuse and human rights implications have once again reared its ugly head. For some time, there have been worries about…
- The announcement that fish from Lake Naivasha is safe for human consumption has brought a much-needed relief to the lakeside economy, saving hundreds of fishermen, fishmongers, and traders from fears of government ban. For months, growing fears over pollution had raised alarm among residents and…
- Kenya Airports Authority (KIA) has announced a new plan to upgrade Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and Wilson Airport after the collapse of a bid to hand over the operations of the regional gateway to India’s Adani Group. The move comes amid mounting concerns over poor infrastructure,…
- Raila Odinga has always been a man of the people. For years, he has stood on the side of Kenyans when it mattered most. He has fought against injustice, corruption and bad governance. But today, as the 2027 elections approach, Raila finds himself in a very tight spot. Kenyans are hurting. Life is…
- Kenya could not have been where it is, with a struggling healthcare system, had the country not ignored numerous red flags over the impending donor funding cuts, health stakeholders have said in Nairobi. Dr Willis Akhwale, the National End Malaria Council adviser, yesterday gave a chronology of…
- County governments have been urged to prioritise youth empowerment in agriculture by allocating adequate resources to agribusiness in their annual plans. This call comes as concerns grow over the limited support for youth-led farming ventures, despite agriculture being one of the key drivers of…
- Rabai Kaya elders have united to defend Kaya Mudzi Mwiru in Kilifi County from being grabbed by tycoons. The elders raised the alarm after several attempts to convince them to sell the sacred shrine. The angry elders said the move is a plot to kick them out of their shrines and take over the land…
- National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and his Ministry of Education counterpart Migos Ogamba yesterday shocked lawmakers after they admitted that the country can no longer continue to offer Free Primary and Day Secondary Education due to inadequate resources. The duo further dashed the…
- A convicted robber who escaped from the Kibera courthouse on Wednesday had previously received a death sentence for another robbery case, which was commuted to 20 years’ imprisonment in April following his appeal. Alex Kibisu, 29, described as a serial robber, successfully appealed his December…
- The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has documented concerning patterns of excessive force, lack of accountability, and inadequate preparedness by police during protests held across the country in June and July. In a report released yesterday, IPOA acknowledged some commendable…
- Sexual offenders, including paedophiles, may soon face mandatory chemical castration under controversial proposals by a task force led by former Deputy Chief Justice Dr Nancy Baraza. The 42-member Technical Working Group on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), formed in January to address Kenya’s alarming…
- As Kenya heads into the long campaign stretch ahead of the 2027 General Election, a growing number of political and religious leaders are sounding the alarm over rising levels of toxic rhetoric and political polarisation. Political observers and civic actors are increasingly getting concerned that…
- Senate has initiated a constitutional amendment process that, if passed, will enhance its legislative powers, expand its role in budget-making and provide for special procedures for passage of financial legislation. The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, seeks to amend 25 Articles in the…
- Political temperatures in Nakuru County are on the rise following a fiery exchange between Governor Susan Kihika and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The spat, which centres around allegations of political interference and intimidation, marks fresh tensions in the deepening rift among…
- New proposals from the Dr Nancy Baraza-led task force aims to introduce sweeping reforms in the battle against sexual violence. Most notably, mandatory chemical castration for paedophiles and a complete ban on out-of-court settlements in gender-based violence (GBV) cases. While these…
- A refrain sometimes heard among Kenyan bureaucrats when caught with their hands in the national till is to rebuke their detractors and tell them that the national resources, which they are accused of misusing, do not belong to those who complain. A minister once told the public that the nation’s…
- Fuel adulteration has plagued Kenya’s petroleum sector for decades. Unscrupulous dealers mixed kerosene with fuel and diverted export products into domestic markets, damaging engines, reducing efficiency, and causing massive economic losses. Today, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (…
- As Kenya seeks a path to growth and development, it is essential to recognise the critical role its youth play in shaping the country’s future. With over 70 percent of the population under 35, young people are the country’s true wealth – a significant force that can drive economic progress,…
- Detectives in Isiolo have intensified search for violent protesters who torched a breakdown lorry that the police intended to use in towing the Isiolo County Assembly Speaker’s official vehicle from his residence. The move came as a recovery effort following reluctance by the immediate occupier…
- Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho has issued a three-month ultimatum to the contractor handling the long-awaited Sh1.4 billion National Mariculture Resource and Training project (Namaret) in Shimoni, Kwale County. Joho, who spoke during the official launch of Kenya…
- Nairobi Chief Officer for Public Health, Tom Nyakaba, has announced that the county has secured 100 acres at Kamiti Prison and an additional 50 acres at Embakasi Garrison to ease pressure on the overstretched Lang’ata Cemetery. Nyakaba, who was before the Nairobi County Assembly Committee…
- In a historic, long-awaited judgement, the world’s top court has ruled that climate change is an existential threat and that aggrieved countries can sue each other over emissions of planet-warming gases. But Judge Yuji Iwasawa, president of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague,…
- Farmers are set to benefit from greater access to financing as the government moves to formalise agricultural financing through a national policy and supporting regulations. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Agriculture alongside the National Treasury and Ministry of Planning, is…
- The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is leading the call for small and medium enterprises to leverage the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) as a viable, sustainable, and cost-effective option for businesses expansion. CMA CEO Wycliff Shamiah called for a shift in mindset in a move that can end the…
- With the completion of key infrastructure upgrades and the establishment of robust governance frameworks, Chan24 organisers in Nairobi believe the upcoming event (slated for August 2-30) stands on a solid foundation. In a “Pamoja Chan24 Preparedness” report released by the Local Organising…
- Kenya’s Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has named a bold 25-man squad for next month’s Africa Nations Championship (Chan), turning to recalled striker Masoud Juma and fresh local talent as the hosts prepare for their historic tournament debut on home soil. The 29-year-old striker, whose last…
- Michael Forbes has been at odds with President Donald Trump since the day the US leader turned up with a plan to build a golf resort next to his farm on Scotland’s northeast coast. That was nearly 20 years ago, and Forbes, a retired quarry worker and salmon fisherman, has not lost any of his […]
- The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) Secretary General, Hezron Obaga, has engaged with youth leaders from Nakuaru County. According to a statement by the DCP party on Thursday, July 24, 2025, the meeting was held at the party’s headquarters in Nairobi as part of a push for inclusivity within…
- Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa has renewed his scathing criticism of President William Ruto’s administration, accusing it of being the most corrupt government since independence. Speaking during an interview on a local TV station on July 23, 2025, Wamalwa said the…
- Professional wrestler Terry Bollea, better known as Hulk Hogan, died on Thursday at the age of 71, according to World Wrestling Entertainment. Bollea is widely recognized as the biggest wrestling star of all time and helped WWE become the behemoth that it is today. In the 1980s and 1990s, Bollea’s…
- Runyenjes MP Karemba Muchangi has sounded the alarm over the systematic weakening of Kenya’s key oversight bodies, warning that chronic underfunding and lack of enforcement powers pose a serious threat to constitutional governance. While moving a motion on July 24, 2025, on the Second Report of the…
- Nandi County Senator Samson Cherargei has sounded the alarm over persistent transport inefficiencies at the Malaba border point, describing the facility as a critical but underperforming trade hub. He called on the government to urgently address the bottlenecks affecting transport and logistics,…
- Nominated Senator Hezena Lemaletian has raised alarm over the lack of political awareness among Kenyans, particularly in marginalised regions. Speaking during a live Senate session on July 23, 2025, Lemaletian called for urgent civic education to bridge the information gap between elected leaders…
- Internal Security Principal Security Raymond Omollo has reviewed the security infrastructure of the Nyayo National Stadium in preparation for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) games. In a statement on Thursday, July 24, 2025, the Ministry of Interior stated that the safety of the players,…
- Senator Enoch Wambua of Kitui County has sounded the alarm over rising security concerns at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) and within the parliamentary precincts, urging the government to take immediate action to safeguard lives and restore public confidence. Speaking during a Senate session on…
- In a passionate address to the Senate on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale expressed deep concern over the soaring cost of university education following the rollout of the new Higher Education Funding Model in 2023. Speaking during the Fourth Session of the Thirteenth…
- Blogger and IT expert Ndiangui Kinyagia has informed the court of his fears for his life, urging protection from being arrested. Appearing before Justice Chacha Mwita on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Kinyagia told the court that he is terrified of what would happen to him in case the state agents arrest…
- Nandi County Senator Samson Cherargei has called for the inclusion of university hostels in the government’s Affordable Housing Programme, raising alarm over the increasingly dire conditions faced by students in public universities. Speaking during a Senate session on Thursday, July 24, 2025,…
- Saboti Member of Parliament (MP) Caleb Amisi’s clarion call for a total renaissance in Kenya has reignited public debate over the country’s direction under President William Ruto. Declaring the situation a “national emergency” and using the #RutoMustGo hashtag, Amisi’s message struck a chord with…
- The government has called upon the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) to commit funding and technical support for regional peace efforts. Speaking on Thursday, July 24, 2025, when she convened the IGAD Regional Forum for Eminent Personalities and Leaders on Peace in Nairobi, Gender,…
- Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa has given the County Government of Kiambu seven days to resolve the ongoing doctors’ strike or face Senate action. The strike, now in its 58th day, has paralysed public healthcare in the county, leaving hospitals deserted and thousands of patients without critical…
- People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has stated that she still holds a firm belief that she was the rightful winner of the 2017 Kirinyaga gubernatorial election, even though her opponent, Anne Waiguru, was declared victorious. Waiguru won the Kirinyaga gubernatorial seat in the 2017…
