Activist-turned-politician Boniface Mwangi has been elected as the new leader of Ukweli Party following a National Delegates Conference held in Nairobi. Mwangi announced his election on Saturday, saying party members from across the country participated in the conference that endorsed…
Western Kenya has emerged as a key political battleground as President William Ruto and opposition leaders intensify efforts to win support ahead of the 2027 General Election. On Saturday, Ruto is expected to launch the Shirikiana SACCO at Masinde Muliro…
Lawyer and Safina deputy party leader Willis Otieno has criticized President William Ruto, claiming the Kenya Kwanza administration focused on consolidating power rather than transforming governance. In a statement shared on X on June 13, Otieno argued that the government…
Three police officers sustained injuries after suspected Al-Shabaab militants attacked a Special Operations Group (SOG) camp in Fino, Mandera County, on Friday night. Reports indicate that the militants launched an assault on the camp before security officers responded and engaged…
The United States has committed an additional Ksh6.5 billion to strengthen efforts against the latest Ebola outbreak even as debate continues over the suspended quarantine facility in Laikipia. The U.S. Department of State announced plans to provide $50 million through…
Former Cabinet Minister and ex-Kilgoris MP Gideon Konchellah has died after a long illness. Sources indicated that Konchellah died on Saturday, June 13, while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital. Reports suggest he suffered a cardiac arrest before his death.…
The British High Commission said BATUK personnel did not take part in June 9 protests in Nanyuki. Social media claims wrongly suggested individuals in British military uniforms were involved. Officials confirmed some people wore BATUK uniforms without permission. The High…
Somali referee Omar Artan has received a major appointment from UEFA months after missing out on officiating at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. UEFA announced on Thursday, June 11, that Artan will referee the 2026 UEFA…
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) carried out a full-scale emergency drill on Thursday, June 11, involving simulated aircraft crash scenarios.The exercise saw planes initially scheduled to land at JKIA diverted to Moi International Airport in Mombasa to allow for unhindered…
An aircraft crash-landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Thursday, June 11, triggering an immediate emergency response from aviation and rescue agencies. The Kenya Red Cross confirmed the incident and said emergency teams moved quickly to the scene. The organization…
China Firm Wins Ksh375 Billion JKIA Upgrade Deal Two Years After Adani Cancellation. The government has awarded a Ksh375.4 billion contract for the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to China Communications Construction Company. The project will be implemented through…
US Adds Ksh2.59 Billion to Kenya Ebola Preparedness Funding. The United States has announced an additional Ksh2.59 billion (US$20 million) to strengthen Ebola preparedness in East Africa. The funding raises total US support for the response to more than Ksh28.4…
The National Cereals and Produce Board appointed CPA Samuel Karogo Ndung’u as its new CEO. He previously served as Acting Managing Director before the permanent appointment. The board confirmed the decision in a statement released on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.…
CS Ogamba Announces School Calendar Review. Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba has confirmed that the Ministry of Education will adjust the school calendar by shortening the second term starting from the 2027 academic year. Change to Term Structure Ogamba said…
Lang’ata MP Phelix Odiwuor has pledged to compensate DJ Cahill after the entertainer raised complaints over unpaid performances at several Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) political events. DJ Cahill listed several rallies and party functions where he said he provided entertainment…
IG Kanja Names New GSU Commandant. Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has appointed Johana Kiplangat Tonui as the new Commandant of the General Service Unit (GSU). The National Police Service confirmed the changes on Wednesday, saying Tonui moves from…
Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu has raised concerns over the collection of the Affordable Housing Levy, saying the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) failed to register some eligible taxpayers on the levy system. Speaking before the National Assembly Finance and National Planning Committee,…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced a new strategy aimed at helping the opposition agree on one presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election. Speaking after the High Court ruling on his impeachment case, Gachagua said he will temporarily…
The Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ) has pushed for the arrest and prosecution of Tana River’s Acting County Secretary after he allegedly ignored requests for information about the Inuka Fund. The issue began when the Tana River Civil Society Organisations…
Residents in parts of Kakamega County should prepare for a planned electricity interruption on Wednesday, June 10, after Kenya Power announced maintenance works on its network. In a notice issued on June 9, the utility company said the outage will…
President William Ruto has made changes in the senior ranks of government, moving Principal Secretary Julius Bitok from the Education Ministry. The changes, announced on Tuesday, June 9, involve a direct exchange between two Principal Secretaries. Bitok moved from Principal…
Although the High Court found that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua did not receive a fair hearing during his impeachment trial, the judges stopped short of overturning the process or returning him to office. In their detailed judgment, the three-judge…
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has opened applications for 54 new positions as it seeks to strengthen its workforce and improve service delivery across the country. In a recruitment notice released on June 9, the authority invited qualified candidates to…
The Executive Office of the President has announced plans to dispose of a range of old government assets through a public auction later this month. According to a notice issued on June 9, the exercise will involve the sale of…
The High Court has delivered a significant ruling arising from the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, awarding him KSh 50 million in constitutional damages while at the same time upholding the decision that removed him from office. A…
The High Court has upheld the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, finding that the National Assembly conducted a constitutionally sufficient public participation exercise during the impeachment process. In its ruling delivered on Monday, the court dismissed key arguments…
The High Court has ruled that the National Assembly conducted adequate public participation during the impeachment process of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. In its judgment, the court found that Parliament met the constitutional threshold required for public involvement before…
Kenya and the United States have agreed on a new five-year health partnership worth USD1.6 billion (about Ksh207.4 billion) aimed at strengthening healthcare services across the country. National Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo announced the agreement on Monday, June 8,…
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has moved to secure the release of former Chief Justice David Maraga and other activists arrested during protests along Lang’ata Road on Monday, June 8. LSK President Charles Kanjama confirmed that the society had…
The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) has projected rainfall in parts of the country between June 9 and June 15, even as dry weather dominates most regions. In its latest weekly forecast, the weather agency said counties in the Highlands…