- Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah has on June 9, 2025, called for the immediate suspension and arrest of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Eliud Lagat following the death of Albert Ojwang in police custody. Wajackoyah, in an interview with a local TV station, argued that Lagat’s continued presence…
- he Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has expressed serious concern following the death of Albert Omondi Ojwang’ while in custody at Nairobi’s Central Police Station. In a statement released on Monday, 9 June 2025, KNCHR strongly condemned what it described as a “premature police…
- The three-judge bench appointed by Chief Justice Martha Koome to hear and determine the petition filed by two activists, challenging the nominees of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), will kick off on June 23, 2025. The bench, consisting of Lady Justice Roselyne Aburili as…
- National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has commended Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja for moving swiftly in addressing the circumstances surrounding the controversial death of Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody at Nairobi’s Central Police Station. While speaking in…
- Inter Milan appointed Cristian Chivu as coach on Monday in place of Simone Inzaghi who left following the Italian side’s 5-0 Champions League final loss to Paris St Germain, with their former player signing a two-year deal. Romanian Chivu, who left Parma after less than four months in charge,…
- Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji has called on President William Ruto to resign if he is weary of leading the country, sparking a fresh wave of debate over the presidency’s accountability and governance challenges. Speaking on June 9, 2025, during a constituency event in Embu County, Mukunji said Ruto…
- Syn-Coll, a synthetic tripeptide known as Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, has emerged as a molecule of interest in the scientific community due to its potential impacts on collagen synthesis and extracellular matrix (ECM) regulation. This peptide, designed to mimic endogenous sequences found in collagen,…
- Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has demanded the immediate sacking of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, accusing him of failing to address the growing insecurity in the country. Addressing the media on Monday, June 9, 2025, Cherargei decried the rising cases of lawlessness and criminal…
- The Kenya Simbas were handed a tough reality check on Monday, June 9, 2025, afternoon after falling 42-24 to South Africa U20 (Junior Boks) in their ongoing tour of South Africa. The match, played in Stellenbosch, saw the Simbas surrender a commanding halftime lead, conceding five converted tries…
- Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has castigated former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his recent efforts to court the Kamba community, using what he calls the cousin narrative. In a lengthy statement posted on his X account on Monday, June 9, 2025, Kaluma questioned the sudden closeness…
- Uriah Rennie, the first Black Premier League referee, has died at the age of 65. Tributes have described the Jamaica-born official, who grew up in Sheffield, as “trailblazing” and an inspirational figure who “broke down barriers”. He started refereeing in non-league football at the end of the 1970s…
- Kenya’s national football team, Harambee Stars, are bracing for a critical international friendly clash against Chad on June 10, 2025, in Morocco. Harambee Stars assistant coach Anthony Kimani has been upbeat about the team’s progress. Speaking on June 9, 2025, just before the match, he noted that…
- Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has come out to speak on Governor George Natembeya’s mistake, which he believes could cost him the opportunity to be seen as presidential material. Amisi says Natembeya’s desire to become president may remain a dream. While speaking on a local radio station on Monday, June 9,…
- Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has urged Kenyans to reject divisive language and embrace national unity, emphasising that all citizens are united as one family. Speaking at a media briefing held at the Mombasa County Commissioner’s office on Monday, 9 June 2025. Mwaura condemned the use of…
- Kenya is set to become a continental leader in vaccine and pharmaceutical production, following a landmark partnership with China aimed at establishing state-of-the-art local manufacturing hubs by 2028. This was announced on Monday, June 9, 2025, during a high-level meeting between Health Cabinet…
- The National Treasury Cabinet Secretary, John Mbadi, is set to present the Ksh4.239 trillion national budget for the 2025/2026 Financial Year before a joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday, June 12, 2025. This will mark his first official Budget Day address since taking office. The expansive…
- Kenya National Volleyball League outfit Prison Queens has lauded a trio of its players and their former star for earning nods in the Kenya National Volleyball team, Malkia Strikers. Three of the wardens’ current players have been named in Geoffrey Omondi’s provisional squad released on Monday, June…
- Trans Nzoia County Governor George Natembeya has called for an immediate investigation into the death of Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody. In a statement on X, on Monday, June 8, 2025, the embattled governor condemned the circumstances surrounding Ojwang’s death and called for justice. “It…
- Kiambu Senator Karungo wa Thang’wa has launched a scathing attack on the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) following the mysterious death of Albert Ojwang while in police custody, accusing the agency of peddling falsehoods and covering up state brutality. In a tweet on his official X…
- Former Agriculture Minister Kipruto Arap Kirwa has called for politicians to tone down divisive rhetoric, specifically targeting former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s ‘cousins’ slogan. Speaking on a television programme, on Monday, June 9, 2025, Kirwa warned that such language could deepen…
- Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has condemned the death of Albert Ojawang, who died hours after being arrested by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) over a social media post. In a statement on X on Monday, June 9, 2025, the senator drew a chilling parallel to the 1977 death of South…
- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pointed the finger at Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat, accusing him of orchestrating the brutal death of Albert Ojwang, a young Kenyan allegedly killed by police. Gachagua’s scathing remarks, posted on X on Monday, June 9, 2025, have…
- Nyaribari Chache Member of Parliament Zaheer Jhander has voiced concern over the country’s political climate, calling for an end to early campaigns. The United Democratic Alliance-allied MP observed that the ongoing politicking is both premature and harmful. Speaking during a live TV interview on…
- The Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) has released the provisional squad for the Malkia Strikers, the national women’s volleyball team, as they gear up for the FIVB World Championship. “Malkia Strikers 2025 Provisional Squad is out! The road to begins as Kenya gears up for the FIVB World Champs (…
- Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has explained his past criticism of the government, asserting that much of it was conceived from having scant information on government projects and development agendas. Speaking during a live TV interview on Monday, June 9, 2025, Wandayi, who was a staunch…
- Kenya Volleyball Federation champions General Service Unit (GSU) dominated the individual players’ awards as the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) came to a close on Sunday, June 8, 2025. GSU won the championship after narrowly defeating the Portmen in the decisive Game 3 tie on Sunday. The two…
- Tribe is emerging as a point of discourse as we brace ourselves for yet another high-stakes electoral season. The crossroads are too familiar to Kenyans, with alternatives presented as two: The promise of a broad-based government and the roar of The People’s Loyal Opposition. On paper, these sound…
- Experts are calling for urgent investment in data-driven innovation to safeguard food security as concerns grow over declining soil fertility across Kenya and the wider African region. Parmesh Shah from the World Bank said that without reliable data, efforts to restore soil health will remain…
- Portugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo shed tears of joy as they won their second Nations League title on Sunday, June 8, 2025, insisting that winning trophies with his country beats all club honours. Ronaldo’s 138th international goal in the second half took the final to penalties after a 2-2 draw…
- A section of ODM leaders from the Nyanza region have called for patience and unity among their supporters as the country gradually edges closer to the 2027 General Election. The leaders urged the electorate to await the final word from ODM leader, Raila Odinga, on the political direction the party…
- Nigeria’s government is scrambling to provide emergency relief aid after raging floods 10 days ago left more than 200 people dead, 121 injured and more than 1,000 missing in the country’s north-central state of Niger. Vice-President Kashim Settima, representing President Bola Tinubu, last Wednesday…
- Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings. Ruto’s 1,000 days in office Monday, June 9, 2025, marks 1,000 days since President William Ruto took office on 13th September 2022. Everyone’s talking about whether he has delivered on his promises. Kenyans will be kicking…
- Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is under mounting pressure to widen its scouting net and tap into the wealth of football talent emerging from private schools, with coaches, parents as well as teachers warning that countless gifted players are being overlooked due to the federation’s long-standing…
- new round of talks aimed at resolving a trade war between the US and China is set take place in London on Monday, June 9, 2025. US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that a senior US delegation would meet Chinese representatives. Over the weekend, Beijing confirmed that Vice Premier He…
- Kenya attracted Ksh82.5 billion in startup funding in 2024, reaffirming its status as Africa’s top destination for venture capital, according to the newly released Kenya Innovation Outlook 2024 report. The funding accounted for 29 per cent of all startup capital raised across the continent, placing…
- There is a nexus between the consumption of fake products and people’s health. That is why our attention has been drawn to a report released on Saturday, June 7, 2025, showing that the consumption of counterfeit products in Kenya was at an all-time high, making it one of the fastest-growing illicit…
- Kenya’s Harambee Stars extended their winless run under new head coach Benni McCarthy after settling for a nil-all draw against Chad in an international friendly staged at the Stade de Marrakech, Morocco, on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Despite creating better chances and dominating possession,…
- Players in the beverages industry have been encouraged to adopt innovative, efficient and sustainable packaging for their products to meet increasing consumer demand and minimise environmental impact. “Packaging plays a crucial role in ensuring products reach consumers safely. That’s why…
- The Orange Democratic Movement Party (ODM) is not leaving the broad-based government any time soon, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi says. Speaking in President William Ruto’s home turf of Uasin Gishu county, Mbadi said they are in Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza-led government to stay, adding…
- Africa’s industrial moment can’t wait. With the promise of a 1.5-billion-person market under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), a rising generation of innovators, and deep untapped industrial potential, Africa is laying the groundwork for a new era of production. But momentum alone…
- Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu has raised queries in the livestock development department over irregularities in the supply and delivery of tree seedlings to various counties, amounting to Ksh449.3 million. Gathungu has also raised a red flag regarding poor workmanship in the drilling of boreholes…
- The world holds about $486 trillion worth of assets, according to the 2023 Financial Stability Board report. Yet, there remains an annual funding gap of over $4 trillion for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, as noted in the 2024 UNCTAD report. This gap must be closed. As…
- The government will have to be prudent and strategic to steer the country out of the current troubling economic situation in the coming financial year 2025/26. As it stands, the current stock of public debt is valued at Ksh11.5 trillion, up from the Ksh11.2 trillion in January this year. …
- Victims of human-wildlife conflict (HWC) have been paid over Ksh2.8 billion as compensation, Conservation Secretary, State Department for Wildlife, John Chumo has said. Chumo explained that the drive has seen the pending bills reduce from Ksh4.1 billion inherited two years ago to about Ksh2.3…
- COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli is embroiled in a very unseemly spat with Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga over the government’s supposed intention to expand the use of the housing levy beyond affordable housing. The first thing that one wonders is why such high-profile figures, who…
- President William Ruto has dismissed his critics, maintaining that no amount of opposition, name-calling or intimidation will derail his mission to transform Kenya. Speaking on Sunday, June 8, 2025, when he attended a church service at the Church of Christ in Africa, Ruto said that he is focused…
- The reverberating “one term” chants directed at President William Ruto are growing louder across Kenya, echoing through political rallies and capturing national attention. What began as political jabs has evolved into an organised Opposition movement threatening to make Ruto a one-term President.…
- Landowners and developers in Kiambu County have been hit with a sweeping overhaul of their land policies affecting all developments. The county, through a notice, announced stringent new restrictions under updated spatial planning rules that will govern every application for land development. The…
- The Inspector General of the National Police Service (NPS) Douglas Kanja has interdicted several police officers following the mysterious death of Albert Ojwang’ while in custody. In a statement on Monday, June 9, 2025, NPS spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga revealed that the interdictions would pave the…
- A section of stakeholders is calling on the national government to formally recognise seaweed as a cash crop and unlock its full economic potential for coastal communities. According to Alfred Rono, the Seaweed Project Coordinator at Plan International, the marine plant is currently categorised and…
