Fresh divisions have emerged within the Jubilee Party weeks before the Ol Kalou by-election slated for July 16. Former Nyeri Town MP Ngunjiri Wambugu claimed that some senior party officials want Jubilee’s candidate to withdraw from the race. He said…
Kibwezi West Member of Parliament Mwengi Mutuse is mourning the loss of his brother and sister-in-law after a fatal road accident. The lawmaker announced the deaths of Stephen Ngei Musyoka and his wife, Giannaphina Mumbua Ngei, on Saturday, June 20.…
Traders at Gikomba Market suffered huge losses after a fire broke out early Sunday morning and destroyed goods worth millions of shillings. The fire reportedly started at around 4 a.m. before spreading rapidly through several sections of the market. Videos…
Kenyan bodybuilder and fitness influencer Gachau Njoroge was reportedly hospitalized after suffering a technical knockout during the Vurugu II boxing event held on Saturday. Gachau faced Filipino fighter Phil Castro in one of the night’s most anticipated bouts. The match…
Jalang’o Clarifies Claims of Being Used to Fight Sifuna. Lang’ata MP Phelix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalang’o, has rejected claims that political actors are using him against Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. The lawmaker said his political decisions come from personal…
Kenyan motorists could soon get relief at fuel stations after global crude oil prices recorded a sharp decline. The drop followed easing tensions in the Middle East. The latest CBK bulletin shows Murban crude oil prices fell to Ksh9,642 per…
Kenya’s foreign exchange reserves fell by Ksh11.77 billion during the past week. New data from the Central Bank of Kenya shows reserves dropped to USD13.149 billion. The reserves stood at USD13.240 billion a week earlier. Despite the decline, the stock…
Thousands of teachers have raised concerns after noticing higher PAYE deductions in their June payslips. Many say the changes appeared without any prior communication from TSC. Reports indicate that most affected teachers lost about Ksh108 more in income tax. The…
Defence Ministry Named Best Performing Government Ministry. The Ministry of Defence has emerged as the best-performing ministry in the 2024/25 financial year. President William Ruto presented the award during a conference in Nairobi. Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya received the…
Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has responded to criticism over his absence during the vote on the Finance Bill 2026, saying official commitments outside the country prevented him from attending the National Assembly session. The lawmaker addressed the issue…
Police have launched a search for a UDA Member of Parliament after he was identified as the main suspect in violent clashes that left three people nursing gunshot wounds in Nakuru County. In a statement issued on Friday, June 19,…
A UDA Member of Parliament has been arrested following violent clashes during a political event in Nakuru County. The lawmaker was taken into custody as police launched investigations into the incident that left several people injured. The confrontation involved rival…
Kenya has opened discussions with India on expanding cooperation in oil exploration, drilling, and energy investment. The talks aim to attract expertise and capital to support the country’s efforts to develop its petroleum resources. Officials from both countries held high-level…
Chaos erupted in Nakuru County on Friday after supporters of Governor Susan Kihika and Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai clashed during a public event. The confrontation unfolded at Imoja Secondary School, where Kihika had organized a women and youth empowerment…
Rresident William Ruto has warned against any actions that could lead to chaos, destruction of property, or disruption of essential services ahead of the June 25 protest anniversary. He urged citizens to uphold peace while exercising their constitutional rights. He…
President William Ruto has directed all public institutions to adopt merit-based hiring and promotion systems. He warned that underperforming civil servants will be removed as the government intensifies reforms in the public service. He issued the directive during the National…
Starehe Boys’ Centre and School has announced an early closure for the mid-term break, changing its academic schedule due to ongoing concerns over school unrest affecting parts of the country. The institution confirmed that learners will break earlier than originally…
Kikuyu Member of Parliament and National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has told salaried workers that the government still plans to revise the Pay As You Earn tax structure. He said the absence of the proposal in the 2026 Finance…
The Ivorian Football Federation has confirmed that striker Elye Wahi will not travel to Canada with the national team. Officials said the player failed to obtain the documents required for entry into the country. FIF issued the update on Thursday,…
A proposal to reduce the tax filing period from six months to four months has sparked concerns among taxpayers and business owners. Critics argue that the shorter timeline could make compliance more difficult for many Kenyans. Supporters say the move…
Kabuchai MP Majimbo Kalasinga has claimed that his removal from the National Assembly was a calculated move to affect the outcome of the Finance Bill 2026 vote. Speaking shortly after leaving Parliament on Thursday, June 18, 2026, Kalasinga alleged that…
Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok and 10 senior county officials have been sentenced to 30 days in civil jail for contempt of court. The ruling was issued by the Kericho Employment and Labour Relations Court on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Lady…
Siaya Governor James Orengo has called on Kenyans to participate in commemorations marking the anniversary of last year’s anti-government protests. He urged citizens to stay away from work and schools on June 25, 2026, as they honour those who died…
Parliament has approved additional funding for the 2025/2026 financial year, paving the way for payments to teachers involved in national examinations. The allocation targets officers who supervised, invigilated, and assessed examinations across the country. Lawmakers approved the funding after adopting…
Kenyan traders and exporters could increasingly adopt the Chinese yuan for international transactions as trade ties between Kenya and China continue expanding. The shift may reduce dependence on the United States dollar in some business deals. Economists say increased yuan…
Kenya and the United States are close to signing a major minerals agreement. The deal could unlock the vast mineral wealth found at Mrima Hill in Kwale County. Estimates place the in-ground value of the deposits at about Ksh8.1 trillion.…
Thousands of unemployed Kenyan teachers could soon access job opportunities abroad through a government-backed initiative. The Teachers Service Commission has intensified efforts to implement the Mwalimu Majuu programme aimed at connecting educators with international employers. TSC held talks with the…
Kuria Kimani Clarifies Claims of Rental Income Tax Increase in Finance Bill. Molo Member of Parliament Kuria Kimani has rejected claims that the government plans to increase rental income taxes for landlords. He assured Kenyans that the proposed changes will…
KRA Extends Working Hours as Tax Deadline Approaches. The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has extended service hours to help taxpayers meet the June 30 filing deadline. The changes started on June 17 and will run during the final days of…
A postmortem has confirmed that 16-year-old Form Three student Silvester Muigai died from a single gunshot wound to the head. Authorities linked the death to the June 9, 2026 protests in Nanyuki, Laikipia County. The report showed that experts recovered…