National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has expressed strong confidence that projects launched by President William Ruto in Western Kenya will reach completion before the next general election. He delivered this message while addressing congregants at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in…
Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC) Commissioner and former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama’s ex-wife, Joyce Nzisa Mwongela, is set to be buried at her parents’ home in Kilome, Kilungu, Makueni County. Nzisa passed away on February 16, 2026, following a long illness,…
A U.S.-based Kenyan pastor has resigned from his leadership role at Jesus Compassion Ministry U.S. He announced the decision after the church invited President William Ruto to an event in Kenya. Pastor Charles Wachira issued a public statement on Sunday…
Kakamega County Government has confirmed an intergovernmental partnership with the national government on education funding. The agreement establishes a legal framework for issuing bursaries and scholarships within the county. Governor Fernandes Barasa announced the development through a gazette notice dated…
Violence disrupted the Linda Wananchi rally in Kakamega town on Saturday. Leaders had organised the event under Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna. A tear gas canister landed near the dais during speeches. The incident caused panic among supporters near the podium.…
A campaign trailer donated to Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been attacked in Kisumu. The vehicle serves the Linda Mwananchi campaign team. Sifuna confirmed the incident on Friday, February 20. He said attackers pelted the trailer with stones. The attack…
Kenya has taken a decisive step toward commercial oil production. The country has acquired an onshore drilling rig worth Ksh1.9 billion. The equipment will support drilling in the South Lokichar Basin in Turkana County. Gulf Energy E&P BV announced the…
Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama won the February 19 election to become the 52nd President of the Law Society of Kenya. He secured leadership of an organization that represents more than 20,000 practising advocates across Kenya. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced a major media interview targeting Kalenjin language stations. He intends to address crosscutting national issues. Gachagua shared his plans on his verified Facebook page. The post gained wide attention across social platforms. Gachagua…
A Kenyan businesswoman, Sheila Mutundi, has unveiled plans to launch an airline named after the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The announcement, made from her base in Singapore, marks a bold step into aviation for the model-turned-entrepreneur, with ‘Raila…
Patrick Makau has openly signaled interest in running for the Machakos governor seat in the 2027 general election, a move that could trigger an intense political contest within his own party and reshape the county’s leadership race. The Mavoko Member…
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) warned Kenyans about fake employment letters circulating online. The authority confirmed these letters are fraudulent and do not come from KPA. Fraudsters use the authority’s logo and official formatting to make the letters appear real.…
Kithure Kindiki has rejected claims that his position as Kenya’s second-in-command is at risk. He spoke directly to supporters in Meru, insisting he remains firmly in charge and in control. Kindiki told the crowd to ignore rumors suggesting opponents want…
All primary and secondary schools across Kenya will close for an half-term break for five days. The five-day pause applies to both learners and teachers. It falls midway through the first term to give a structured break. The mid-term break…
Ledama Olekina has challenged the real value of modern political rallies across Kenya. He argued that many rallies now function more as public entertainment than serious civic engagement.He shared his criticism through a public post on X during a tense…
Oburu Odinga addressed confusion around the secretary general position within Orange Democratic Movement during a Mombasa church service. He rejected claims that the party expelled Edwin Sifuna and called those claims inaccurate. He stated that party organs removed Sifuna from…
President William Ruto has dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s remarks on drought relief food distribution. Speaking in Mandera on Thursday, the President said Gachagua lacks the moral authority to comment on such matters. He accused his former deputy of…
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja says police will arrest any governor who ignores a Senate summons. He issued the warning while appearing before the Senate Public Accounts Committee on February 12. Kanja told senators that the Constitution gives the…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has dismissed claims that its partner party, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), influenced the removal of Edwin Sifuna as Secretary General. ODM Deputy Party Leader Abduswamad Nassir told NTV on Thursday, February 12, that the…
The Clinical Officers Council and the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) have cleared a clinical officer in Bomet County of rape allegations that were widely reported over the weekend. The claims caused widespread public concern and dominated media headlines.…
A 30-year-old man was fatally attacked by an elephant in Kasigau, Taita Taveta County, on February 8, authorities confirmed. The man went missing earlier that day, prompting a frantic search by local residents and wildlife officers. Rescue and law enforcement…
Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka triggered a dramatic moment in Nakuru County after a snake disrupted his public rally.The incident happened on Tuesday, February 10, during a political meeting attended by several opposition leaders. Snake Disrupts Rally Mid-Speech Former Interior Cabinet…
Uganda Police arrested four suspects over an alleged cyber fraud operation targeting social media users across the country.Investigators say the group impersonated Natasha Museveni Karugire, daughter of President Yoweri Museveni, to solicit money from victims. Police spokesperson ACP Kituuma Rusoke…
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga faces a legal challenge from her deputy, Oyugi Magwanga, over office access. The dispute has now moved from internal tension to an active court battle. Magwanga went to court seeking orders to force reopening of…
Trans Nzoia County may lose access to its funds after Senators moved to block withdrawals. The move comes as Governor George Natembeya struggles to pay outstanding gratuity for former staff. The Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) issued the warning…
The Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) has stopped the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) from recruiting new teachers. The court’s decision targets positions currently held by contract teachers in Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, and Lamu counties. Justice Jemimah Keli issued an…
The Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) has summoned Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja after he failed to arrest and produce Samburu Governor Lati Lelelit. The summons followed a Senate directive that the governor appear before the committee to…
The trial for teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody, is scheduled to begin on March 17, 2026. The High Court issued hearing dates and pretrial directions to ensure the case proceeds efficiently. Justice Diana Kavedza…
Kenya’s political space witnessed a sharp public exchange between Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The exchange followed allegations surrounding violence at a church event in Othaya, Nyeri County. The dispute unfolded through social media statements…
Kenya has emerged as a key destination for controversial disciplinary camps receiving children sent from Europe. A new investigation by Finland’s public broadcaster Yle exposed severe abuse within these institutions. The investigation revealed that parents living in Finland and Sweden…