The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), together with other government agencies, is reviewing speed limits. The move responds to complaints from motorists regarding the rollout of the controversial instant fines. The review coincides with the temporary suspension of the…
Motorists across Kenya could soon face serious fuel access challenges as suppliers begin rationing petrol and diesel, raising the risk of a nationwide shortage. According to Petroleum Outlets Association of Kenya Chairperson Martin Chomba, several distributors have already run out…
Tiaty MP William Kamket Mourns Death of 13-Year-Old Son Outspoken Tiaty Member of Parliament William Kamket is grieving the loss of his 13-year-old son. The young boy, Bill Ballot, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, under circumstances that have not…
Kenya Power has announced scheduled power interruptions in four counties as part of routine maintenance activities. The planned outages will affect parts of Kericho, Kisii, Nyamira, and Nyeri counties on Monday, March 16. In Kericho County, the interruption will affect…
Russia will no longer recruit Kenyans into military operations following a bilateral agreement between the two countries. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi announced the decision during a joint press conference with Russian officials in Moscow on Monday, March 16. Mudavadi…
Mary Juma Deya, widow of the late controversial televangelist Bishop Gilbert Deya, was found dead at her Bondo home. Her death comes just nine months after Gilbert Deya died in a road accident, shocking his followers and reigniting attention on…
Cancer patients across Kenya will now access enhanced treatment support under the Social Health Authority (SHA) scheme. The government increased the oncology package by Ksh250,000, responding to months of public concern over high treatment costs. SHA Oncology Package Upgraded Interior…
More than 800 personnel from the French Army have arrived in Kenya to support a growing defence partnership. The troops travelled aboard three French warships that recently docked at the Port of Mombasa. The mission focuses on military training and…
EPRA has announced new fuel prices for the March–April review period. The latest update comes as Kenyans closely monitor petroleum costs following global oil market uncertainty linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
The government of Israel has announced scholarships for Kenyan students aiming for postgraduate studies. These opportunities focus on sustainable development and community empowerment across African societies. In a notice dated Saturday, March 14, the Israeli mission in Kenya confirmed applications…
Several learners are feared dead after falling into a septic tank while watching William Ruto’s motorcade pass by. Rescue teams and community members rushed to pull students from the sewage pit as chaos unfolded. The incident occurred at Kapsabet School…
The Lake Basin Development Authority (LBDA) has accused Fairways Hospitality Kisumu Limited of manipulating the judicial system to avoid paying more than KSh25 million in rent arrears. The authority claims the company has continued occupying its property while frustrating efforts…
CCTV footage shows armed men storming former PS Irungu Nyakera’s hotel in Kisumu early Wednesday. The attackers carried machetes and sticks, overpowering the security officer at the gate around 5:15am. They rushed inside, breaking furniture, kitchen equipment, and other hotel…
Detectives from the Banking Fraud Investigations Unit (BFIU) have arrested a man accused of mutilating Kenyan currency notes and sharing the act on social media. Authorities identified the suspect as Maximilian Motara. In a statement on Tuesday, March 10, the…
The National Transport and Safety Authority has released a detailed list of 35 traffic offences and penalties. The announcement came as the government rolled out a new instant fines system. The notice was issued on Tuesday, March 10. Authorities say…
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has successfully secured a 20-year prison sentence against a man convicted of defiling a minor in Kericho County. On Monday, March 9, the ODPP confirmed that Victor Kiplangat Cheruiyot was found…
The government, through the Ministry of Information, Communications, and Digital Economy, requested TikTok assurances on election-period misinformation. Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo met with TikTok leadership to discuss safety measures. He sought clarity on tools to detect misinformation and prevent coordinated…
Shocking details have emerged from an audit report showing that more than 50 children under the age of five died at the Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital. The revelations appear in the latest audit report released by Nancy…
At least one person has died and three others sustained injuries after a city shuttle bus lost control and crashed into several vehicles on Monday morning. The accident occurred near Pan Afric Hotel along Valley Road, causing major traffic disruption…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has officially launched the instant fines traffic management system. The authority confirmed on Monday, March 9, that motorists committing traffic violations will now receive instant notifications via SMS. “The Instant Fines Traffic Management…
Former Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat has died after suffering a heart attack. Firat passed away on Monday, March 9, according to confirmation from his club Nejmeh SC. He served as the club’s first-team coach at the time of…
Nairobi has been hit by devastating floods following heavy overnight rainfall, leaving 23 people dead and causing widespread disruption across the city. The National Police Service (NPS) confirmed the fatalities as part of an ongoing emergency response. Widespread Damage and…
Kericho residents were left shocked on Thursday evening after a massive Simotwet tree suddenly collapsed in central Kericho. The fall happened just hours before the burial of Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ng’eno, who died in a helicopter crash on February…
Kenya Airways has appointed four new members to its Board of Directors. The announcement, made on Thursday, March 5, revealed the names of the new non-executive directors. The newly appointed directors are Kiprono Kittony, Chris Diaz, Winnie Iminza Nyamute, and…
A Form Three student has been arrested after a fight with another pupil turned deadly in Embobut, Elgeyo Marakwet County. Police say the suspect allegedly struck a Grade Nine student during a confrontation at Kaptul village on March 2. The…
Fear has gripped residents living around the Lake Victoria basin after fishermen found live bombs. The incidents immediately alarmed communities and raised urgent safety concerns along the lake. Fishermen discovered the first explosives on Sunday, March 1, at Litare in…
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has announced strong participation in the Kenya Pipeline Company Initial Public Offer. He confirmed that Kenyans and local institutional investors purchased 7.9 billion shares during the offer. Mbadi said the government raised Ksh106.7 billion from…
The National Youth Service has announced fresh recruitment for Private and Cadet Officers across several categories. The agency invited qualified Kenyans to apply and outlined strict eligibility requirements for all applicants. NYS stated that all prospective candidates must meet general,…
The Auditor General has addressed claims that Ksh1.3 trillion from the eCitizen platform is unaccounted for. Her office clarified that it never reported missing funds or financial mismanagement on the platform. Social media spread the allegations widely, especially on X,…
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has firmly rejected claims about secretive agreements with the Adani Group regarding the JKIA modernisation project. KAA confirmed that the government entirely funds the project and that it will strictly follow public procurement laws and…