Fresh divisions have emerged within the united opposition after senior leaders differed over when and how the coalition should identify its presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election. The disagreement surfaced on Sunday, July 5, as former Attorney General Justin…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched a manhunt for four armed suspects who robbed customers at a restaurant in Nairobi’s Westlands area before fleeing on motorcycles. The robbery happened on Saturday night, July 4, at a restaurant along…
Eight suspects are in police custody over an alleged SIM swap scheme that reportedly stole more than Ksh1.2 million from an M-Pesa shop operator in Marsabit. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced the arrests on Saturday, July 4. Detectives…
The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast five days of rain and cold weather across several regions from Saturday, July 4, to Wednesday, July 8. The department says Western, Nyanza, Rift Valley, Central and Coastal counties will receive rainfall during the…
Six people have died and five others suffered injuries after a 14-seater matatu collided with a trailer at Kamara near Mau Summit along the Nakuru-Eldoret Highway. The fatal crash happened at about 8:30pm on Friday, July 3, in the Nyanja…
Traffic along Thika Road came to a standstill on Friday morning after a group of youths blocked sections of the highway near Pangani, disrupting transport and leaving hundreds of commuters stranded. Witnesses said the youths erected barricades along the busy…
Political analyst Herman Manyora has warned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that his 45-day political conclave must produce clear results or risk damaging his political influence. Speaking on his YouTube channel on Friday, July 3, 2026, Manyora said Kenyans expect…
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has met Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi ahead of the Linda Mwananchi movement’s political tour of Kisii and Nyamira counties. Maraga shared the update on Thursday, July 2, through his social…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has declared its readiness to nominate women leaders for Cabinet positions after the High Court ordered President William Ruto to comply with the two-thirds gender rule within four months. Speaking on Thursday, July 2, ODM…
Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs has broken his silence following the fatal shooting of youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma. He said he will fully cooperate with investigators to help establish the truth. Fikirini addressed the press on Thursday, July 2,…
A Kitengela man has appealed for government intervention after his wife allegedly left for Saudi Arabia without informing him. He now cares for their three children alone. Benerd Ongaki said his life changed on June 19 after he dropped his…
Court Blocks Kenya Railways Eviction of Muthurwa Residents. The High Court has stopped Kenya Railways from evicting residents living in Nairobi’s Muthurwa Estate. Instead, Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled that the agency must first meet constitutional safeguards. On Thursday, July 2,…
Police in Nyandarua have launched a manhunt for a former Member of County Assembly (MCA) and a County Assembly official following overnight political chaos in Ol Kalou ahead of the July 16 parliamentary by-election. Authorities say the suspects allegedly took…
Patrick Riang’a is a Kenyan entrepreneur, automotive sales expert and businessman best known for his leadership role at Car Soko, one of Kenya’s leading motor vehicle marketplaces. He built his reputation in the automotive industry after leaving a successful career…
The Kenyan government has banned the parallel importation of medicines and other health technologies, ending a system that allowed traders to import patented drugs without the patent holder’s consent. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the decision on Thursday, July…
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has appointed Tom Mulwa as its new board chairman, replacing Kiprono Kittony, whose six-year tenure ends on July 12, 2026. Mulwa will officially assume the role on July 13. The NSE Board announced the leadership…
KRA Announces 6-Month Tax Amnesty for Kenyans with Tax Arrears. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced a six-month tax amnesty that will allow eligible taxpayers to clear outstanding tax arrears without paying accumulated penalties and interest. Speaking during a…
Constitutional lawyer Makau Mutua has urged security agencies to crack down on boda boda riders who continue to violate traffic rules in Nairobi, saying the growing lawlessness threatens public safety and the city’s image. In a statement posted on X…
High Court Suspends NTSA Annual Vehicle Inspection Rule. The Kiambu High Court has temporarily stopped the implementation of the National Transport and Safety Authority’s (NTSA) mandatory annual inspection requirement for privately owned, non-commercial vehicles after a legal challenge. Justice Francis…
Kenya’s top security agencies have launched a new joint strategy to intensify the fight against money laundering as the country pushes to exit the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. The agencies agreed to strengthen investigations, intelligence sharing and…
President William Ruto has suffered a major legal setback after the High Court declared his Cabinet unconstitutional for failing to comply with the two-thirds gender principle. The court ordered the President to reconstitute the Cabinet within 120 days to meet…
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah and Governor Paul Otuoma have called for an independent investigation into the fatal shooting of Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) Busia Campus student Laura Wesonga. The two leaders urged the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to…
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has withdrawn criminal charges against former Merishaw School principal David Gideon Kariuki and the school’s examination hall operator Alex Kasaine Kataiyo. The two had faced allegations linked to the 2025 KCSE examination. The DPP…
Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has criticised reports that some national government officials plan to travel to the United States for the FIFA World Cup final. He argued that taxpayers should not finance foreign trips that offer little benefit to…
The National Police Service (NPS) has recovered another illegal firearm after a Tana River resident voluntarily surrendered an AK-47 rifle to police. The latest recovery strengthens the government’s ongoing campaign against illegal firearms through community cooperation. NPS announced the recovery…
Morara Kebaso Joins Jubilee Party to Vie Borabu MP Seat. Political activist-turned-politician Morara Kebaso has announced that he will vie for the Borabu parliamentary seat on a Jubilee Party ticket. The decision puts the INJECT Party he founded less than…
Kenya and Rwanda have strengthened their trade partnership after signing three agreements to facilitate bulk petroleum imports through the Port of Mombasa. The new framework will allow Rwanda to purchase refined fuel under a Government-to-Government (G2G) arrangement and transport it…
US Senator James Risch has called for a review of Washington’s security relationship with Uganda following the shutdown of three major media outlets. He argued that attacks on press freedom undermine Uganda’s credibility as a security partner. In a statement…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has published the official 2026 register of licensed medical practitioners, dental practitioners, health facilities and ambulance providers. The council urged Kenyans to verify healthcare providers before seeking treatment. In a public notice…
DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa has announced that the united opposition will challenge the government’s planned annual inspection of private vehicles older than four years. He said the opposition believes the proposed regulation is unlawful and will impose an unnecessary financial…