President William Ruto has appointed gospel musician Paul Waiganjo as an advisor on development matters under the Office of the President. Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano announced the appointment on Sunday, June 7, during a church service in Ol-Kalou, Nyandarua…
Eric Omondi Released on Ksh100000 Bond After JKIA Arrest Eric Omondi Released on Ksh100000 Bond After JKIA Arrest Comedian Eric Omondi secured release on a Ksh100,000 bond after his arrest at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on June 5. He…
Former Chief Justice David Maraga faced arrest on Monday morning after he joined a protest opposing planned infrastructure development near Nairobi National Park. Police officers arrived shortly after the protest started and detained him at the scene. Officers placed him…
Alliance High School has suspended learning and sent students home following a fire incident reported within the institution on Thursday morning. School principal David Chomba confirmed that a blaze broke out at the school’s mattress storage area in the early…
American officials have defended plans to set up an Ebola isolation centre in Kenya, arguing that the country’s location makes it well placed to support emergency responses during disease outbreaks in the region. Speaking at the White House on June…
Trump Nominates Henry Wooster as Next US Ambassador to Kenya U.S. President Donald Trump has nominated veteran diplomat Henry Wooster as the next United States Ambassador to Kenya. The nomination now awaits approval by the U.S. Senate. The announcement was…
KRA Clarifies Who Must File Tax Returns Ahead of June 30 Deadline The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has clarified that not all individuals with a KRA PIN are required to file tax returns. The explanation offers relief to some taxpayers…
Thousands of teachers in Kenya could soon benefit from faster career progression after the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) proposed major reforms to its Career Progression Guidelines (CPG). The changes aim to address long-standing complaints about delayed promotions and stagnation in…
Lenana School Closed Indefinitely After Night Unrest, Parents Ordered to Pick Students Lenana School in Nairobi has been closed indefinitely after unrest broke out during night preps on Monday, June 1. Parents have been directed to pick up their sons…
Kenyans enrolled in the Social Health Authority (SHA) Lipa Pole Pole programme can now opt out using a simplified mobile-based process. The authority introduced the update to improve convenience for contributors. SHA confirmed that members no longer need to visit…
Ex-Priest Arrested Over Tax Boycott Calls Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a former Catholic priest over alleged social media posts targeting the government. The 44-year-old suspect was arrested on June 1, 2026, during an operation…
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has established two new police stations to improve security services in Uasin Gishu and Kajiado counties. He announced the move through a gazette notice dated May 29, 2026. The new stations include Chagaiya Police…
Panic gripped the Maasai Mara airstrip on Monday, June 1, after a Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft crash-landed at the facility. Videos from the scene showed the white aircraft, registration 5Y-SOP, resting nose-down on the airstrip with its tail lifted into…
A Mercedes-Benz vehicle burst into flames after a serious road accident at the Ole Sereni section of the Nairobi Expressway on Sunday, May 31. CCTV footage captured the dramatic moments leading to the crash. The video shows the Mercedes-Benz moving…
The United States responded after the High Court temporarily stopped plans to establish an Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya. The ruling came on May 29, 2026. In a statement issued on May 30, US Under Secretary Jeremy Lewin said the…
Mitumba Traders Propose New Tax on Clothes​​ as they push for a 5% levy on imported second-hand garments under Finance Bill 2026. Mitumba traders have proposed a five per cent presumptive tax on imported second-hand clothes as the government reviews…
Court Rules on Petition Seeking to Oust Wetang’ula as Speaker​​, dismissing contempt claims over National Assembly majority dispute. High Court has dismissed a petition seeking to have National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula cited for contempt of court over his handling…
Kenya Power Staff Arrested in EACC Bribery Sting The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) arrested a Kenya Power employee and his accomplice in a bribery sting over alleged electricity reconnection demands. In a statement on May 29, 2026, the EACC…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched a full probe into the fire tragedy at Utumishi Girls Senior Secondary School in Gilgil, Nakuru County, that left 16 students dead. In a statement on May 29, 2026, the DCI confirmed…
Good News as Government Signals Possible Fuel Price Reduction amid easing global oil pressure and stable fuel supply nationwide. The government has signaled a possible reduction in fuel prices as pressure in the global oil market eases. Energy CS Opiyo…
Health CS Summoned Over US-Ebola Quarantine Deal The Parliamentary Health Committee has summoned Health CS Aden Duale and senior ministry officials over the proposed US Ebola quarantine centre in Kenya. Lawmakers directed the officials to appear next Tuesday. The summons…
Court Stops Proposed Ebola Quarantine Facility in Kenya after Katiba Institute challenged the US-linked plan in High Court. The High Court in Nairobi has stopped the government from establishing or operationalizing any Ebola-related quarantine or treatment facility in Kenya under…
Rubio and Ruto Discuss Ebola Response as US pledges millions to strengthen Kenya’s preparedness and regional health response. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held talks with President William Ruto over the ongoing Ebola outbreak and joint response efforts…
Ruto Says G-to-G Partners Oppose Dangote’s Oil Refinery Plan President William Ruto has said fuel suppliers under Kenya’s government-to-government deal are opposing plans to build an oil refinery in Mombasa. He spoke on Thursday, May 28. Ruto said billionaire Aliko…
Ruto Speaks on What Will Happen If He Loses 2027 Election President William Ruto has urged Kenyans not to panic over the 2027 General Election outcome, saying everything rests on God’s will. He spoke on Thursday, May 28. Ruto said…
US Military to Set Up Ebola Quarantine Facility in Central Kenya The United States Military will establish a quarantine facility in central Kenya within a week to house Americans exposed to Ebola. The virus continues spreading in parts of the…
Three Drown inside Septic Tank in Makindu Three people, including a father and his son, died after drowning inside a septic tank at Makindu Boys High School in Makueni County. The incident happened on Thursday, May 28. Reports indicate that…
Kenyans Earning Below Ksh 30000 Will Not PAYE Tax President William Ruto has announced plans to remove PAYE tax for low-income workers earning up to Ksh30,000 monthly. The proposal aims to reduce pressure on salaried Kenyans struggling with the high…
Authorities Call on Kenyans to Help Trace Two Missing Children in Nairobi after red alert issued and search efforts intensified. The State Department for Children Services issued a red alert for two children who disappeared from Komarok Estate in Nairobi.…
Trouble is emerging inside the ruling United Democratic Alliance after leaders allied to President William Ruto turned against Secretary General Hassan Omar. A section of Mount Kenya leaders has now given Omar 48 hours to resign from his position. READ…