DNA party unveils candidate for Malava constituency contest

Th Democratic National Alliance (DNA) has unveiled the candidate who will fly the party's flag in the upcoming Malava Constituency Member of Parliament by-election contest.

By Okumu Modachi 7 days ago

Suluhu's ban on foreign traders rattles EAC

Mudavadi says he has asked President Ruto to initiate talks with Tanzania. Trade CS warns the move undermines EAC protocol and would hurt both economies.

By Okumu Modachi 9 days ago

Scholar Din-Kariuki launches book on migration, culture

The book also captures how food, cultural boundaries, and anticipated changes manifest across different cultures globally.

By Okumu Modachi 9 days ago

Kenyan, Chinese Forces celebrates years of collaboration

The event also marked the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese people's war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

By Okumu Modachi 12 days ago

Chaos as 30,000 youths are inducted into Kazi Mtaani initiative

Some 30,000 youths have been onboarded into Kazi Mtaani initiative in an induction ceremony that saw thousands throng Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi.

By Okumu Modachi 13 days ago

COMESA rolls out digital certificate of origin to streamline trade

Traders within the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (Comesa) countries have been urged to use electronic certificates of origin to transact within the region.

By Okumu Modachi 17 days ago

Let the youths decide their future, ODM says

Secretary General Edwin Sifuna insisted that dialogue is an important avenue to address the concerns by Kenyans and especially the youth.

By Okumu Modachi 19 days ago

Democratic National Alliance party urges Ruto to retire after first term

The Democratic National Alliance (DNA) has asked President William Ruto to step down at the end of his first term, describing his administration as brutal and deaf to Kenyans.

By Okumu Modachi 22 days ago

Why you should not miss an elected representative

Last year, Banisa constituents took to the streets, decrying the lack of representation in the National Assembly.

By Okumu Modachi 23 days ago

Liquor traders oppose bid to bar persons below 21 years from taking alcohol

The Small and Medium Liquor Traders Association (Melta) has opposed sections of the Nacada proposed alcohol control regulations, warning that they could cripple livelihoods.

By Okumu Modachi 24 days ago

Omtatah faults Ruto's ethnic framing claims

Omtatah said Ruto's claims are a tactic to divert the public's attention from important issues and an attempt to absolve himself from taking responsibility for his failures.

By Okumu Modachi and Clare Ochieng 27 days ago

How corruption continues to fuel poverty in Kenya

The persistent stealing of public funds has been flagged as a major contributor to poverty in the country, with warnings that graft erodes the value, rights, and worth of individuals.

By Okumu Modachi and Oyoo Faith 28 days ago

Boniface Kariuki mourned amid more police killings

The mask vendor was shot in the head at point-blank range by police in Nairobi on June 25. He succumbed to brain damage after being on life-support machine for nearly two weeks.

By Okumu Modachi 30 days ago

UN rights agency asks State to stop police killings, address concerns

UN Commission on Human Rights "deeply troubled" by the trend of rights violations. Retired CJ Maraga and Cohesion Commission blame failed leadership for discontent.

By Okumu Modachi, Okumu Modachi and Jacinta Mutura 30 days ago

Pressure mounts on state to end killings, violent protests

The UN Commission on Human Rights on Tuesday said it is "deeply troubled" by the recent killings during nationwide protests in Kenya, as well as looting and destruction of property.

By Okumu Modachi and Jacinta Mutura 1 month ago

Businesses suffer as police block access to Nairobi CBD

The heart of Nairobi City, on Monday, stood unnaturally still with empty streets-storefronts shuttered and all business premises remained closed in anticipation of planned protests.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Accept criticism, Kikuyu elders tell Ruto

The Kikuyu Council of Elders has criticised President William Ruto for failing to listen to the voice of the youth and has instead urged him to tolerate dissent.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Tears flow for slain teacher as kin eulogise Ojwang' at solemn mass

Emotional tribute for teacher and influencer Albert Ojwang during his funeral service.Widow says 'see you soon' were his last words to her before his demise in police hands.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Pressure mounts on Ruto to sack security chiefs as Saba Saba nears

Kenyans want Ruto to fire Murkomen, police bossesy over killings and abductions.Groups demand compensation, job creation and respect for human rights.

By Okumu Modachi and Mourice Odiwuor 1 month ago

Police, Quickmart dismiss claims of bodies hidden after Gen Z protests

The heavy police presence at a Supermarket premises in Nairobi's OTC area, several hours after the Gen Z protests cooled down has raised questions over what the state was concealing.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

NACADA urges prevention first in war on drug abuse

The State anti-drug agency has rallied the country to prioritise prevention as the first strategy in the war against alcohol, drug and substance abuse.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Traders lose millions to looters on rampage

Traders in Nairobi's downtown area woke up on Thursday to billowing smoke and charred buildings, the aftermath of Wednesday's protests that left a trail of destruction and despair.

By Okumu Modachi, Okumu Modachi and James Wanzala 1 month ago

Dozens hurt as Kenyans mark first anniversary of Gen Z protests

Injuries mar the first anniversary commemoration of Gen Z protests in Kenya.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Media houses protest blackout as court orders CAK to restore signals

Three mainstream media houses have condemned the shutdown of their television stations by the government terming it an attempt to suppress press freedom and access to information.

By Okumu Modachi and Kamau Muthoni 1 month ago

Delayed justice, insensitive State add more pain to grieving parents

Families of the innocent young people killed in last year's protests are yet to get justice.

By Okumu Modachi and Daniel Chege 1 month ago

IGAD urges member states to honour 10 per cent agriculture budget pledge

IGAD has urged its member states to honour a regional commitment requiring them to allocate at least 10 per cent of national budgets to agriculture.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

'Tolerate dissent', Bishops tell State ahead of demos

The Catholic Church has warned the government against countering dissent through intimidation and instead called on the state to offer protection to those exercising their civic rights.

By Okumu Modachi and Clare Ochieng 1 month ago

Student unrest in technical institutions over fee hikes

Tension is rising high in technical colleges across the country as trainees lament over hike in tuition fees that they said have affected their learning progress.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

State halts market projects funded by the Housing Levy

The government has suspended the controversial utilisation of housing levy funds to construct markets across the country.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Treasury PS: State to automate debt servicing processes

Dr Kiptoo was appearing before the National Assembly Committee on Public Debt and Privatisation to respond to queries on the status of public debt.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

CCTV formatting plot unravels in Ojwang's death

Chief Inspector Samson Talam has been arrested over Albert Ojwang's mysterious death at Central Police Station, as a technician admits being paid Sh3,000 to tamper with CCTV.

By Fred Kagonye and Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Human rights groups demand DIG Lagat steps aside in Albert Ojwang death probe

Human rights groups have now joined the growing number of voices calling for Mr Lagat's resignation

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Kenya-China ties spark 200,000 Jobs, cultural boom

At least 200,000 jobs have been created through the bilateral cooperation between Kenya and China.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Ruto revives Kazi Mtaani: Over 100,000 youths to land climate jobs

At least 100,000 youths are set to benefit from the Kazi Mtaani initiative.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Nations urged to embrace dialogue amid escalating conflicts

Calls grow for nations to use dialogue in resolving escalating conflicts.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Cleric urge Ireland to halt aid to Tanzania over activists' detention

A cleric has urged Ireland to stop foreign aid to Tanzania should it fail to apologise over detention of activists Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan activist and lawyer Agather Atuhaire.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

CSOs warn Finance Bill, 2025 will increase poverty

A group of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has raised concerns over budget proposals in the 2025 Finance Bill that, if passed, will reduce funding for essential programmes

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Pesticides regulator questions Nyandarua potato study

A pesticide regulator has raised concerns over the credibility of a recent study that found Nyandarua potatoes to be unsafe for human consumption.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Expectant woman among eight killed in dawn inferno

An expectant woman was among eight people killed in an early morning fire in Kichinjio area of Makina, Kibra, Nairobi.

By Okumu Modachi and Clare Ochieng 2 months ago

City Hall defies court order, evicts Woodley residents over rent arrears

Court ordered devolved unit to halt the evictions until the matter is fully heard and determined. Some residents say they are lawful title deed holders or beneficiaries of a 2019 rent waiver.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago