Kenya bets on Bamboo to power a green economy

Kenya will on September 18 join the rest of the world in marking World Bamboo Day 2025 under the theme "Bamboo for Planet, People and Climate Solutions."

By Sharon Wanga and Mercy Kahenda 16 days ago

DCI officer's firearm discharges at Bungoma court, injures five

Five people hospitalised after a shooting incident involving a DCI officer's firearm at Bungoma Law Courts; no serious injuries or fatalities, Judiciary says.

By Sharon Wanga 17 days ago

Report: 42 million people in IGAD face acute hunger, Sudan worst hit

Report: At least 1.8m people in ASAL counties are facing food insecurity due to prolonged drought, humanitarian group warns number could rise to 2.1m by January 2026.

By Sharon Wanga 17 days ago

Blow to Panyako as petition seeks to bar him from Malava by-election

Petition filed seeking to bar Seth Panyako, a Board Member at the Local Authorities Provident Fund (LAPFUND), from contesting the Malava parliamentary by-election.

By Sharon Wanga 17 days ago

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When every prick means survival for teens

Johnny Chege lives with type 1 diabetes, managing his condition through daily insulin injections, strict meal planning, and family support while navigating the challenges it brings.

By Sharon Wanga 18 days ago

Scars of tradition:The fight to end FGM in Isiolo

For communities in northern Kenya, FGM remains tightly bound to identity, purity, and marriageability.

By Sharon Wanga 18 days ago

KANU SG Wainaina clears air after arrest over lawyer Mbobu's murder

KANU National Secretary General George Wainaina has broken his silence following his arrest in connection with the shocking murder of Advocate Kyallo Mbobu.

By Sharon Wanga 18 days ago

Fuel prices drop slightly in latest EPRA review

EPRA reduces fuel prices in latest review, petrol by Sh0.79, diesel Sh0.11 and kerosene Sh0.80, petrol to retail at Sh184.52, diesel Sh171.47 and kerosene Sh154.78 in Nairobi.

By Sharon Wanga 18 days ago

No August salaries for Nairobi County employees

Nairobi County notifies employees of August salary delay due to late release of equitable funds from National Treasury.

By Sharon Wanga 23 days ago

UNICEF warns childhood obesity surpasses underweight globally

Childhood obesity has now surpassed underweight as the more common form of malnutrition globally, UNICEF warns.

By Sharon Wanga 23 days ago

No evidence of judges' misconduct in Sh3b land case, Judiciary says

Judiciary refutes claims of misconduct by 18 judges in the Sh3B land case involving Muiri Coffee Estate and KCB, says no evidence supports allegations by Kungu Muigai.

By Sharon Wanga 23 days ago

Convent condemns assault of junior nun in viral video

Franciscan Sisters of St Joseph has expressed regret over an assault incident involving two nuns, which has sparked public outrage after a video of the altercation went viral.

By Sharon Wanga 23 days ago

Ruto calls for urgent global financial reforms to unlock climate action

President William Ruto has renewed calls for reforms of the international financial system, warning of Africa's debt burden and shrinking fiscal space.

By Sharon Wanga 25 days ago

Photos: Dalmas Otieno's body arrives at Lee Funeral home

Body of former Minister and Rongo MP Dalmas Otieno has been moved to the Lee Funeral Home in Nairobi.

By Sharon Wanga 25 days ago

Gideon Moi mourns Dalmas Otieno as a visionary leader

KANU chairman Gideon Moi has mourned the passing of former Cabinet minister and Rongo MP Dalmas Otieno, describing him as a visionary and dependable leader.

By Sharon Wanga 25 days ago

Mudavadi, US Deputy Secretary, discuss Haiti mission

Foreign and Diaspora Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi calls Deputy US Secretary of State Christopher Landau regarding the fragile security situation in Haiti and the future of MSS.

By Sharon Wanga 29 days ago

How malnutrition and poor diets hurt Kenya's growth

Good nutrition is the cornerstone of healthy living, productivity, and economic growth, yet Kenya continues to grapple with persistent and emerging nutritional challenges.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Bore denies house row claims, defends Namibia envoy nomination

Florence Bore has addressed the controversy surrounding a house dispute with Gatanga MP Edward Muriu, saying the matter was amicably resolved.

By Sharon Wanga and Irene githinji 1 month ago

AU Commission calls for ceasefire in Sudan after landslide kills over 1,000

AU Commission has urged Sudan's warring factions to halt fighting and allow humanitarian access, after a massive landslide kill over 1000.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Super Metro confirms fatal accident on Thika Road

Super Metro bus set on fire after fatally hitting a boda boda rider near Juja City Mall along Thika Superhighway, authorities say investigations underway.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

UN Climate Week kicks off in Addis with focus on climate action

The second United Nations Climate Week started on Monday, September 1, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

DCI begins probe on 1188 SHA fraud cases

DCI has confirmed receiving 1,188 case files linked to alleged fraud within the Social Health Authority (SHA).

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

HIV patients anxious over failure to conduct viral load test amid reagents shortage

According to Ministry of Health guidelines, once a person is placed on antiretroviral therapy (ART), their viral load should be checked at least once a year to monitor treatment progress

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Kakamega County staff to receive half salaries over SHA delays

Kakamega County to pay health workers on contract half salary for August, senior health officer Hillary Kaverenge cites non-payment of SHA claims for two months and reduced cash collections.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Kenya pushes for local medical innovations to transform healthcare

Kenya positions itself as a continental hub for digital health and medical innovations, as stakeholders intensify calls for homegrown solutions to tackle healthcare challenges.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Senate invites ICT experts to audit Kericho assembly electronic voting system

Senate Speaker Kingi directs ICT Authority to assign two IT experts to Kericho County Assembly legal team to verify if electronic voting occurred, and how many MCAs participated.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

KNH transforms lives through specialised surgical camp

KNH has successfully conducted a week-long specialised surgical camp that restored hope to patients through advanced reconstructive procedures.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

DPP cracks whip on corrupt governors

DPP orders prosecution of Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok and ex-Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati over corruption-related offenses.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Senate remains weak 15 years after constitution, says Otiende Amollo

As Kenya marked 15 years since the promulgation of the Constitution, Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo says Parliament has made some gains but the Senate remains weak.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Katiba at 15: How Judiciary has fared

Katiba at 15: Court infrastructure has grown in 15 years; High Court registries in all counties, Magistrates' Courts are 143 from 111, while Court of Appeal has 4 benches in major cities.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Kenya Moja leaders demand Duale, SHA bosses quit over fraud claims

Kenya Moja leaders led by Nairobi Senator Sifuna demand Health CS Duale and SHA chair Mohammed resign, urge inquiry into fraud claims.

By Gloria Milimu and Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Kenya, Ismaili Imamat sign MoU on climate, health and education

Kenya and Ismaili Imamat sign MoU to collaborate on climate change, urban regeneration, healthcare, education, and other sectors.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Aga Khan V arrives for first Kenya visit

Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, has arrived in Kenya for his first official visit.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Experts push for early warning systems at climate forum

Delegates to review performance of the June to September 2025 season, present regional climate outlook for October to December 2025, and discuss strategies to manage the forecast's implications

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Maraga: Ruto's anti-graft taskforce is cosmetic and deceptive

Former CJ David Maraga has dismissed President William Ruto's formation of an anti-corruption task force as a mere sugarcoating strategy meant to hoodwink Kenyans.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Kindiki: Govt to step up support for Harambee Stars after CHAN performance

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has lauded Harambee Stars for reaching the quarterfinals of the ongoing CHAN tournament, promising full support for the upcoming games.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Ruto urges Japan to invest in Kenya's tech and green economy

President Ruto urges Japanese investors to scale up their presence in Kenya, highlighting opportunities in technology, renewable energy, and green growth as priority areas for collaboration.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Senators want Ruto summoned over bribery claims

Senate Accounts Committee Chairperson Moses Kajwang' urges House speakers to summon President Ruto to provide evidence on extortion claims.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

Govt names new bosses at KNH,JOOTRH

Health Ministry appoints Richard Lesiyampe Leserian as acting CEO Kenyatta National Hospital, Joshua Clinton Ombiri as acting CEO Jaramogi Oginga Odinga hospital.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago

DCI arrests mastermind of Meru illegal power connections

DCI attached to Kenya Power arrests key suspect believed to be the mastermind behind illegal electricity connections in Igembe North and Igembe South, Meru County.

By Sharon Wanga 1 month ago