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…
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…
Sifuna Removed From Senate Energy Committee Headed By Oburu. Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has lost his position in the Senate Energy Committee following a new committee reshuffle. Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot announced the changes on Wednesday, June 17 during…
Martha Karua has stepped forward in the opposition race for 2027 presidential ticket competition. She announced her ambition during a televised interview held on Sunday night, June 14, 2026. She said she will compete for the united opposition nomination against…
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has projected strong backing for President William Ruto in Meru County during the 2027 General Election. He said residents remain firmly behind the Kenya Kwanza administration despite growing political competition. Speaking during a television…
President William Ruto is set to travel to France for the upcoming G7 Summit, marking another high-level international engagement for the Head of State. Kenya will attend as the only African nation invited to the global meeting. Ruto announced his…
A political standoff has escalated over the fate of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) interns in Kenya. Tensions now pit the national government against county administrations. Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has urged UHC health workers to ignore opposition from the Council…
Activist-turned-politician Boniface Mwangi has been elected as the new leader of Ukweli Party following a National Delegates Conference held in Nairobi. Mwangi announced his election on Saturday, saying party members from across the country participated in the conference that endorsed…
Western Kenya has emerged as a key political battleground as President William Ruto and opposition leaders intensify efforts to win support ahead of the 2027 General Election. On Saturday, Ruto is expected to launch the Shirikiana SACCO at Masinde Muliro…
Lawyer and Safina deputy party leader Willis Otieno has criticized President William Ruto, claiming the Kenya Kwanza administration focused on consolidating power rather than transforming governance. In a statement shared on X on June 13, Otieno argued that the government…
Lang’ata MP Phelix Odiwuor has pledged to compensate DJ Cahill after the entertainer raised complaints over unpaid performances at several Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) political events. DJ Cahill listed several rallies and party functions where he said he provided entertainment…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced a new strategy aimed at helping the opposition agree on one presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election. Speaking after the High Court ruling on his impeachment case, Gachagua said he will temporarily…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appointed Nyandarua Senator John Methu as the new Secretary General of the Democracy for the Citizens Party. The announcement came during a press briefing at the party headquarters in Nairobi on May 25. The…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has intensified political competition after positioning himself as a leading opposition presidential contender ahead of 2027. His growing confidence has triggered internal friction within opposition ranks and raised concerns about possible vote splitting. Rising Self-Positioning…
The British High Commission in Nairobi has dismissed a document circulating online as fake. The letter falsely claimed to address a meeting request involving former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the UK Prime Minister’s Office. Officials confirmed the document did…
President William Ruto has made a significant leadership change at the Communications Authority of Kenya by appointing Charles Kamau Karondo as the new Chairperson of the agency. In 2022, Karondo was appointed Chairperson of the Athi Water Works Agency, earning…
A political gathering turned chaotic after a reported confrontation between Robert Nyasuna and Onyango Koyoo over speaking time during a public event. The incident attracted large crowds before tensions escalated and forced security officers to intervene. According to eyewitnesses, the…
Fresh details have emerged in court regarding William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The revelations relate to Gachagua’s hospitalisation in October 2024. Cardiologist Dan Gikonyo testified before court on Wednesday, May 13. He disclosed that President Ruto personally…
William Ruto and several African leaders have called for an end to aid dependency. They want stronger investment partnerships focused on trade and industrial growth. The leaders spoke during the Africa Forward Summit held in Nairobi from May 11 to…
Samuel Muchina Nyaga, who previously served as the personal assistant to late Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho, has won the United Democratic Alliance ticket ahead of the July 16 Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. Results released by the party on Friday,…
Oburu Oginga has resurfaced after a two-week absence from the public eye, with the ODM party confirming that he is in good health and currently within the country. In a video shared on social media on Friday, May 8, Oburu addressed…
Yvonne Chepkurui Kones has announced her intention to contest the Bomet senatorial seat ahead of the 2027 elections. Her entry sets up a high-stakes political contest in Bomet County. She is married to Nelson Koech, popularly known as Sonko. Her…
Fred Matiang’i has warned the government over rising frustration among public officers. He said the level of dissatisfaction within state ranks should concern any serious administration. Speaking on April 19, Matiang’i claimed many public officers feel tired and frustrated by…
Raphael Tuju has moved into Dari Business Park on Sunday morning. He said he will occupy the property under an existing court order. He explained that the court order blocks any sale, transfer, or lease of the disputed property. He…
A viral video showing Oburu Odinga declaring a 2027 presidential bid has sparked confusion, but checks now confirm the clip is old. The video spread widely on April 17, raising questions about his current position and the future of ODM’s…