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Police block families of protest victims from reaching Parliament
“May I thank the police for making the day so successful, when you barricade roads, you are enforcing the public holiday,” said Karua.
By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago
Police block families of protest victims from reaching Parliament
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Why we mounted police roadblocks and barricades- IG Kanja
“If there is any person who has been arrested by police the usual procedure must follow,” said the IG.
By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago
Why we mounted police roadblocks and barricades- IG Kanja
DCI is after demo planners, Murkomen says
CS Murkomen says tomorrow’s Nairobi demos are legal and police will escort protesters; warns against goonism says DCI are after funders and mobilisers.
By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago
DCI is after demo planners, Murkomen says
We won't cheer failure: Standard Group hits back at Ruto's rant
“We, however, admit that the President, in his post, was right on one thing: “Kenya belongs to all Kenyans”.
By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago
We won't cheer failure: Standard Group hits back at Ruto's rant
Protect protesters, lobby groups tell police
“Any deaths or serious injuries must be immediately reported to IPOA. The NPS must cooperate fully with oversight bodies and preserve all relevant evidence.”
By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago
Protect protesters, lobby groups tell police
Britain warns citizens of tomorrows demos
“The situation could change quickly, especially on key dates, including the anniversaries of the 2024 Finance Bill protests between 25 June and 7 July,” read the notice.
By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago
Britain warns citizens of tomorrows demos
DPP approves murder charges in Utumishi girls inferno
“The DPP notes with concern the recent increase in reported incidents of arson and other acts of criminal conduct in educational institutions across the country.”
By Fred Kagonye 2 days ago
DPP approves murder charges in Utumishi girls inferno
Stay in your lane, Kindiki tells Gachagua
“Your comparative advantage is in matters insults, division. Stay in your lane,” he posted.
By Fred Kagonye 2 days ago
Stay in your lane, Kindiki tells Gachagua
CRBC signs Sh154b JKIA expansion deal
Kenya and China Road and Bridge Corporation sign Sh154.2 billion JKIA modernisation deal, Transport CS Davis Chirchir says.
By Fred Kagonye 2 days ago
CRBC signs Sh154b JKIA expansion deal
NTSA suspends issuance of PSV licences for two years
NTSA suspends licensing of new matatu SACCOs for two years and freezes new or expanded routes for 12 months, cites non-compliance and road safety concerns.
By Fred Kagonye 6 days ago
NTSA suspends issuance of PSV licences for two years
KDF officer dies in hospital
Police are probing whether Kabengi died by suicide or if it was an accident.
By Fred Kagonye 6 days ago
KDF officer dies in hospital
Kenya signs MOU with Armenia
Kenya and Armenia sign MoU to boost bilateral ties, enhance diaspora consultation and cooperation and promote cultural initiatives.
By Fred Kagonye 7 days ago
Kenya signs MOU with Armenia
Protest but do it peacefully, PS Omollo says
The PS said that responsible citizenship and respect for the rule of law remain critical to safeguarding Kenya’s democracy, stability and economic progress.
By Fred Kagonye 7 days ago
Protest but do it peacefully, PS Omollo says
Police hunt for MP Mutai after Kuresoi chaos
Police launch hunt for Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai over alleged involvement in political violence that left three people injured; vow action against all perpetrators.
By Fred Kagonye 6 days ago
Police hunt for MP Mutai after Kuresoi chaos
Pay up, but stop brutalising protesters and critics, Amnesty tells Ruto
"This framework is a significant milestone in Kenya's ongoing pursuit of truth, justice, accountability, and reparations," he said.
By Fred Kagonye 8 days ago
Pay up, but stop brutalising protesters and critics, Amnesty tells Ruto
'We don't know him:' Government denies links to Wicknell Chivayo in JKIA deal
Government denies links to Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, Transport CS Chirchir says he has no role in JKIA upgrade deal, nor is it valued at Sh375 billion.
By Fred Kagonye 7 days ago
'We don't know him:' Government denies links to Wicknell Chivayo in JKIA deal
Five Uasin Gishu students arrested over inferno plot
Three students from the list were questioned over the plot and gave the names of two of the would-be co-conspirators who were also arrested by police.
By Fred Kagonye 9 days ago
Five Uasin Gishu students arrested over inferno plot
Technology, collaboration key in graft fight, Oginde says
“It used to be that money was carried physically from wherever it was stolen. These days it is at the click of a button sent across the world,” he said.
By Fred Kagonye 9 days ago
Technology, collaboration key in graft fight, Oginde says
Sale of IDs to foreigners is an assault on Kenya's sovereignty- Prof Kagwanja
"It is criminal to sell an identity card from a Kenyan office, and not for any purpose other than voting," he said.
By Fred Kagonye 10 days ago
Sale of IDs to foreigners is an assault on Kenya's sovereignty- Prof Kagwanja
Suspects in All Saints Cathedral attack rise to five as DCI makes more arrests
“Places of worship are sanctuaries of peace and reflection, and any individual who seeks to violate their sanctity, threaten public safety or disrupt lawful gatherings will face the law."
By Fred Kagonye 10 days ago
Suspects in All Saints Cathedral attack rise to five as DCI makes more arrests
KNCHR demands action on All Saints Cathedral attack
“Those responsible for planning, financing, organizing, or carrying out the attack must be identified and held accountable.”
By Fred Kagonye 10 days ago
KNCHR demands action on All Saints Cathedral attack
Former Kilgoris MP Gideon Konchellah is dead
Former Kilgoris MP Gideon Konchela dies while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Nairobi, Education PS Ololtuaa confirms; he had been unwell since November last year.
By Fred Kagonye 13 days ago
Former Kilgoris MP Gideon Konchellah is dead
Ruto: Opposition has no plan, just noise
“If you see them in markets, they are not selling tomatoes or chicken; they are not selling anything. They only move around with loudspeakers to make noise,” he said.
By Fred Kagonye 13 days ago
Ruto: Opposition has no plan, just noise
Duale defends Laikipia Ebola facility amid court dispute
"They are precautionary measures designed to ensure that if a suspected or confirmed case arises, our health system can respond swiftly and effectively while protecting the public," he said.
By Fred Kagonye 14 days ago
Duale defends Laikipia Ebola facility amid court dispute
VIDEO: Mbadi heads to Parliament ahead of budget reading
Treasury CS John Mbadi heads to Parliament to present Sh4.8 trillion budget for the 2026/27 financial year, says reforms to boost revenue collection.
By Fred Kagonye 15 days ago
VIDEO: Mbadi heads to Parliament ahead of budget reading
Win of village elders as state allocates Sh3.9 billion stipend
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi says the village elders will be part of the National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) under the Interior Ministry.
By Fred Kagonye 14 days ago
Win of village elders as state allocates Sh3.9 billion stipend
State agencies not left out in Sh4.8 trillion budget as gov't boosts anti-corruption efforts
“These allocations will intensify anti-corruption efforts and reinforce public sector integrity,” Mbadi said.
By Fred Kagonye 14 days ago
State agencies not left out in Sh4.8 trillion budget as gov't boosts anti-corruption efforts
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Ololtuaa: The teacher taking over Basic Education docket
Attention will now turn to Ololtuaa as he seeks to steady the docket, working alongside Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba.
By Fred Kagonye 16 days ago
Ololtuaa: The teacher taking over Basic Education docket
Lawyers disagree with High Court verdict on Gachagua's impeachment
"The real absurdity is declaring that someone's rights were infringed, especially the right to fair hearing, then holding that the process stands either way," noted Muriuki.
By Fred Kagonye 17 days ago
Lawyers disagree with High Court verdict on Gachagua's impeachment
Court asks lawyer to shelve bid to halt Senate debate on Uhuru benefits
While giving the suggestion the judge said that the matter has not been on any order paper set for debate at the Senate and the court could not speculate on the same.
By Fred Kagonye 17 days ago
Court asks lawyer to shelve bid to halt Senate debate on Uhuru benefits
DPP recommends manslaughter charges for South C building collapse
DPP approves manslaughter charges against four people over January building collapse in South C; suspended Nairobi Urban Planning chief officer Analo to face abuse of office charges.
By Fred Kagonye 20 days ago
DPP recommends manslaughter charges for South C building collapse
Comedian Eric Omondi arrested by DCI
DCI arrests comedian Erick Omondi at JKIA, Nairobi for offences allegedly committed under the guise of protests; other protesters were arrested on May 18.
By Fred Kagonye 20 days ago
Comedian Eric Omondi arrested by DCI
Ebola: 56 samples test negative
“I wish to reassure all Kenyans that, as of 5 June 2026, Kenya has not reported any confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease,” said Duale.
By Fred Kagonye 20 days ago
Ebola: 56 samples test negative
We fell short on US Ebola facility communication; Health ministry admits
“We are going to improve the entire ecosystem of communication,” Duale said while on Citizen TV.
By Fred Kagonye 22 days ago
We fell short on US Ebola facility communication; Health ministry admits
'We are not rivals,' Ramaphosa hails Kenya-South Africa ties
Ruto said that health, education, and aviation remain key pillars of cooperation between Kenya and South Africa.
By Fred Kagonye 22 days ago
'We are not rivals,' Ramaphosa hails Kenya-South Africa ties
Gun missing from city spa session recovered in supermarket
The weapon, assigned to an officer attached to the Security of Government Buildings unit, was wrapped in a polythene bag and hidden near fruits in the luggage section of a supermarket.
By Fred Kagonye 23 days ago
Gun missing from city spa session recovered in supermarket
Electricity prices to remain unchanged, says Wandayi
Government withdraws retail power tariff proposal submitted by Kenya Power in March, in bid to shield Kenyans from higher electricity costs, Energy CS Wandayi says.
By Fred Kagonye 23 days ago
Electricity prices to remain unchanged, says Wandayi
Officer dies after Wajir Madaraka Day parade
He was rushed to Wajir County Referral Hospital, where doctors attempted to resuscitate him but pronounced him dead at bout an hour later.
By Fred Kagonye 24 days ago
Officer dies after Wajir Madaraka Day parade
Ruto: Why I okayed US Ebola facility in Laikipia
“We are a responsible government. We know what we are doing. People should relax,” he said.
By Fred Kagonye 24 days ago
Ruto: Why I okayed US Ebola facility in Laikipia
Why the secrecy? Gachagua allies question Ruto over US Ebola facility deal
"What are your strategic national interests in terms of the health and safety of Kenyans and our country's natural resources?" he asked.
By Fred Kagonye 24 days ago
Why the secrecy? Gachagua allies question Ruto over US Ebola facility deal
Aviation policies limit Kenya tourism numbers
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By Fred Kagonye
25 mins ago
Mombasa named a hotspot for drug abuse, NACADA reveals
National
By Wanjiku Kariuki
28 mins ago
Ebola watch: Uganda urges Male Ebola survivors to practice safe sex
Reproductive Health
By Eunice Omollo
51 mins ago