Kindiki to critics: There are no shortcuts to power, wait for 2027 polls

DP Kindiki asks government’s critics to wait for the 2027 elections to challenge the Kenya Kwanza administration, now that IEBC is fully constituted.

By 8 days ago

Fahima Abdallah elected IEBC Vice Chairperson

New IEBC Commission elects Fahima Araphat Abdallah as Vice Chairperson, Chairman Erastus Ethekon confirms.

By 8 days ago

KNCHR: 38 killed, 130 injured during Saba Saba protests

38 people killed, 130 injured during Saba Saba protests, KNCHR says majority of victims youth under 25, including two children.

By 8 days ago

KeRRA Director General Philemon Kandie resigns

Philemon Kandie resigns as Kenya Rural Roads Authority Director General after three years; Board appoints Jackson K. Magondu in acting capacity.

By 8 days ago

Ndindi Nyoro accuses State of negligence during Saba Saba protests

Nyoro, on Thursday, July 10, questioned the effectiveness of the country’s intelligence agencies and demanded accountability from top security officials.

By 9 days ago

Cybervergent listed among 2025 WEF technology pioneers

Among the honorees is Cybervergent, one of the few African firms to receive this global recognition.

By 9 days ago

Motorists warned of traffic disruption along Nairobi - Maai Mahiu Road

KeNHA warns motorists of traffic disruption along the Nakuru–Mau Summit Road and Nairobi–Maai Mahiu–Naivasha Road from tomorrow to July 20, due to scheduled survey.

By 10 days ago

'No one is blocked,' says Masengeli as Kenyans struggle to access Nairobi CBD

Deputy Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli maintains that access to Nairobi’s Central Business District remains open to all.

By 12 days ago

One conversation at a time: How Karume is making space for men's mental health

George Karume has spent the last few years doing something that many men were never taught to do: listen, ask, open up, and be present, not just for performance, but for healing.

By 12 days ago

Family dismisses claims that Boniface Kariuki insulted police before shooting

Bonface Kariuki’s family dismisses claims by former NPS spokesperson Charles Owino that he insulted police, demands justice and appeals for support to clear hospital bill.

By 19 days ago

Inflation rate holds steady at 3.8 per cent in June

Inflation rate holds steady at 3.8 pc in June, KNBS Director General Obudho attributes this to lower prices of commodities such as cooking oil, diesel, and kerosene.

By 19 days ago

Registrar of Political Parties gazettes new Jubilee leadership

Registrar of Political Parties upholds Uhuru Kenyatta as Jubilee Party leader, Jeremiah Kioni as Sec-Gen, dismissing Kanini Kega, Sabina Chege faction which had claimed leadership.

By 19 days ago

KNCHR: 19 killed, 4 rape cases reported during June 25 protests

19 people shot dead, 531 injured, 179 detained and four raped during June 25 demos, KNCHR says, condemns human rights violations.

By 22 days ago

"Ruto must go? tell me how" - President responds to calls for his resignation

“If you want Ruto to go, develop a better plan than the one I have. The one that exists,” he said.

By 22 days ago

LSK dismisses Murkomen's coup claims

LSK dismisses claims that Kenya is on the verge of anarchy, terms Murkomen’s remarks as threats to lives and well-being of citizens.

By 22 days ago

'Wednesday protests were cover for a coup attempt,' claims Murkomen

Interior CS Murkomen alleges Wednesday’s protests were part of a coup attempt, likens chaos to ‘acts of terrorism,’ says DCI investigating suspected financiers.

By 23 days ago

Blackout! KTN off-air

KTN taken off-air following Communications Authority directive to halt live coverage of protests; but coverage continues on KTN News YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter platforms.

By 24 days ago

June 25: How we got here

Many are calling today’s demonstrations a commemoration, with hashtags like #Justice4OurMashujaa and #NeverForgetKE trending across social platforms. 

By 24 days ago

Tide turns on Thika Road as protesters overpower police

Hundreds of protesters on Thika Road have breached police barricades, forcing officers to retreat at Roysambu area. This large crowd is now marching toward the Nairobi CBD.

By 24 days ago

'I support them fully,' Babu Owino says ahead of planned Gen Z protests

An advocate of the High Court, Babu Owino pledged legal and moral support for protesters who may face arrest or injury.

By 25 days ago

DCI to file report on alleged misuse of OCS Talaam's phone

DCI to file report by July 1 on alleged misuse of OCS Talaam’s phone, following claims that extortion messages were sent from the device while in IPOA custody.

By 29 days ago

Unmasked: The bloodthirsty officers behind CBD hawker shooting

Two officers, Masinde Barasa and Duncan Kiprono, caught on video assaulting and shooting a vendor during Tuesday's protests in Nairobi CBD, are set to be arraigned.

By 1 month ago

Ruto assents to Anti-money Laundering Bill

President William Ruto assents to the Anti-Money Laundering Bill of 2025 and Insurance Professionals Bill at State House, Nairobi.

By 1 month ago

Explained: What DIG Lagat's 'stepping aside' really means

According to lawyer Kanjama, the term carries no legal weight in Kenya’s Constitution, as a State officer can only cease to hold office by resigning, being suspended, or in the case of death.

By 1 month ago

Footage reveals what happened at Mbagathi Hospital the night Ojwang died

Newly released CCTV footage from Mbagathi Hospital reveals that Ojwang was left waiting for at least 24 minutes inside a police vehicle before being wheeled into the hospital’s emergency unit.

By 1 month ago

Minnesota lawmaker shot dead, another wounded in targeted attack

Minnesota Rep Melissa Hortman, a Democrat, and her husband shot dead at their home, manhunt underway for the gunman who was impersonating a police officer, authorities say.

By 1 month ago

Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam arrested

Ojwang murder probe: Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam arrested in Eldoret, his lawyer Felix Kiprono says he’s been taken to IPOA headquarters

By 1 month ago

Revealed: The evidence collected in Ojwang's death probe

Among the progress made is the collection and analysis of blood samples from the scene, comparing those found on the cell wall with those on the floor.

By 1 month ago

EU flags Kenya for money laundering, terrorism financing

Kenya among 10 countries added to European Union’s list of high-risk countries for money laundering and terror financing; Uganda, Senegal, UAE removed.

By 1 month ago

Win for Ruto's Housing programme in 2025-26 budget proposal

Treasury allocates Sh102.2 billion towards housing programme; Sh64.5b for construction of affordable units, Sh3.5b to cater for institutional housing.

By 1 month ago

'Unacceptable and heartbreaking,' Ruto says of Albert Ojwang's death

President William Ruto acknowledges Albert Ojwang’s death in police custody, condemns officers’ actions, and calls for a credible, transparent investigation

By 1 month ago

What to know in the 2025 Finance Bill- Wamuchomba

Wamuchomba says that the government plans to impose a tax on all software used in Kenya

By 1 month ago

Police Service orders Samidoh's arrest, halts his salary

Police Service declares Samuel Muchoki, famously known as Samidoh, a deserter, halts his salary after he absconded duty for more than 10 days.

By 1 month ago

Hinga insists COTU supported housing policy in ongoing back-and-forth

Housing PS Charles Hinga dismisses COTU's claims of exclusion in Affordable Housing Regulations, says union was involved from the start as required by law.

By 1 month ago

Government to distribute 6.2 million vaccine doses amid national shortage

According to a press statement issued on 6 June, the doses are currently being cleared at the port and will be immediately dispatched to counties upon release.

By 1 month ago

Ruto meets Orengo, Siaya leaders at State House

Siaya Governor James Orengo on Thursday, June 5, joined President William Ruto and other leaders from the county for a meeting at State House, Nairobi.

By 1 month ago

Court grants DCI access to Koimburi's hospital records in ongoing probe

Court grants DCI warrant to access Juja MP Koimburi’s medical records at Karen and Plainview hospitals to aid ongoing investigations.

By 1 month ago

Government introduces immigration laws exempting some travelers from acquiring eTAs

Government introduces new immigration laws exempting certain groups from acquiring eTAs before entering Kenya; EAC citizens exempted for up to 180 days

By 1 month ago

Stop meddling in other countries' affairs, Wetang'ula tells Karua

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has cautioned Kenyans against jeopardising the spirit of unity in the East African Community.

By 1 month ago

Keep off politics or face action, Kindiki warns public servants

DP Kindiki has cautioned public servants against engaging in political activities, insisting their focus should remain on serving citizens, not playing partisan games.

By 1 month ago