Ex-IPOA chair Anne Makori fails to declare wealth, says she forgot documents

Supreme Court judge candidate Anne Makori fails to declare net worth, claims she forgot documents at home; request to submit them later declined as CJ Koome cites rules.

By Esther Nyambura 2 days ago

Embattled FKF president declares suspension 'null and void'

Embattled FKF President Hussein Mohammed terms NEC meeting that suspended him illegal, declares decision null and void, amid alleged links to Sh42m CHAN insurance scandal.

By Esther Nyambura 5 days ago

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Experts: 'Why Gaucho is fit for Mama Lucy board'

Political analyst and advocate Martin Oloo argued that hospital boards require diverse representation rather than purely medical expertise.

By Esther Nyambura 8 days ago

Ruto assents to VAT Bill allowing fuel tax cut to 8 per cent

President Ruto assents to VAT (Amendment) Bill, 2026, allowing Treasury to cut fuel VAT to 8 percent for 90 days to ease costs.

By Esther Nyambura 13 days ago

KMPDU raises alarm over security and staffing at Ishiara hospital

KMPDU also rejected allegations of negligence against the hospital’s Medical Superintendent, Dr Anthony Nduva, saying no formal disciplinary process had been undertaken.

By Esther Nyambura 13 days ago

Murkomen, Kanja to appear before MPs over political violence concerns

Murkomen, Kanja to appear before National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security over rising cases of political violence.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

Three Kenyan startups picked for Africa eye health accelerator

Dot Glasses, Zuri Health and Mamy Eyewear are among eight organisations chosen for the Africa Eye Health Accelerator, a programme on quality eye care services.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

KeNHA warns of flooding on Mai Mahiu-Suswa-Narok road

KeNHA warns of flooding and silt on sections of Mai Mahiu-Suswa-Narok (B7) road near Kedong Ranch, advises motorists to use Narok-Njoro-Nakuru (B18) route.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

Osotsi: Why I will not challenge ODM removal

Speaking on KTN, Osotsi said he has chosen to move on despite having grounds to question the process.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

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Chaos on the roads as high fuel costs bite

In Rwanda, petrol now retails at about Sh203 per litre, while diesel stands at Sh196 following an early price review triggered by the Middle East crisis.

By Esther Nyambura 15 days ago

Experts defend Ruto's State House meetings with clergy

“President William Ruto is not the first President. To be fair, the State House approach and uses are still the same."

By Esther Nyambura 16 days ago

Opposition, Ichung'wah trade blame over Kikuyu town chaos

The United Opposition and Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah have issued conflicting accounts over violence witnessed in Kikuyu, each side blaming the other for the chaos.

By Esther Nyambura 19 days ago

World Bank approves Sh71 billion for Isiolo-Mandera road construction

The World Bank has approved Sh71 billion loan for the development of the Isiolo-Mandera road corridor.

By Esther Nyambura 19 days ago

Urban stress pushes Kenyans to turn to pets for mental health support

Urban stress pushes Kenyans to turn to pets for mental health support.

By Esther Nyambura 21 days ago

A new capital by July? Ruto sets timelines for Nairobi overhaul

CCTV installations across the city to be completed within 60 days, President William Ruto says it is part of efforts to improve safety in the capital.

By Esther Nyambura 21 days ago

African electric vehicle firm bets on innovation with US stock listing

Kenya and the rest of Africa could see increased green technology investment after a South African electric vehicle firm agreed to merge with a US-listed company.

By Esther Nyambura 21 days ago

Iran faults PS Sing'oei over 'unjustified attacks' remarks

The Iranian Embassy in Kenya has criticised Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei over remarks describing Iran’s attacks on Gulf Countries as unjustified.

By Esther Nyambura 22 days ago

KRA falls Sh84billion short of Q3 target, collects Sh2.04 trillion

KRA misses third-quarter revenue target by Sh84b despite surpassing Sh2 trillion mark, collects Sh2.04 trillion against a Sh2.12 trillion target, driven by domestic taxes and customs collections.

By Esther Nyambura 23 days ago

Nyali MP condemns removal of voter awareness billboards

Mohamed Ali said the pulling down of the billboards violates freedom of expression and undermines voter awareness efforts.

By Esther Nyambura 23 days ago

Liban, Sang, Kiptoo's resignation does not absolve them in fuel probe, DCI says

DCI says resignation of Liban, Sang and Kiptoo as Petroleum PS, KPC and EPRA bosses, respectively, does not exonerate them from their charges.

By Esther Nyambura 26 days ago

Pre-2012 voters: Who must re-register?

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has clarified that not all voters who registered before 2012 need to register afresh.

By Esther Nyambura 26 days ago

All KMPDU officials retain seats in fresh elections

All KMPDU officials re-elected in fresh polls; Sec-Gen Davji Atellah retains his seat unopposed, his deputy Miskellah Mbogori wins with 4,339 votes.

By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago

Simba Arati, Mbadi, Babu Owino top Politrack rankings

Babu Owino, John Mbadi and Simba Arati are among public officials ranked top in their respective categories during the STARLEADERS Awards 2026.

By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago

KNCHR compiles 1,563 victims for reparations framework

KNCHR compiles a list of 1,563 victims and survivors of human rights violations, including cases of extrajudicial killings, torture, and abductions.

By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago

KPC appoints acting MD after Joe Sang's arrest in fuel probe

Sang was arrested on Thursday, April 2 in connection with an investigation into substandard fuel.

By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago

IEBC orders fresh registration for voters registered before 2012

Kenyans who registered as voters before 2012 are required to register afresh, IEBC says their details are not captured in current continuous biometric register.

By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago

Rights activist call for firm civic engagement

Activists have called for stronger civic engagement and accountability in governance, urging closer collaboration between institutions, students and grassroots movements.

By Esther Nyambura 27 days ago

COG condemns assault on Governor Lelelit at Senate

CoG chairperson Ahmed Abdullahi accused members of the Senate of subjecting the governor to violence, terming the incident a violation of constitutional rights.

By Esther Nyambura 28 days ago

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Revealed: Fuel stocks to last 16 days only

Kenya has petrol stocks to last 16 days, diesel 19 days and jet fuel 49 days as of March 30, a report by the Ministry of Energy shows.

By Esther Nyambura 28 days ago

Explained: How protest victims will be selected for compensation

KNCHR chairperson Claris Ongangah say the commission is compiling a list of victims from multiple sources, including those who reported directly to KNCHR and other state agencies.

By Esther Nyambura 29 days ago

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I have nothing to run away from, Sakaja breaks silence

Sakaja, who drove himself to Parliament Buildings in a black Mercedes sedan, said his decision to drive himself was meant to demonstrate his willingness to engage with Senate committees.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

NTSA withdraws instant fines system weeks after its rollout

NTSA withdraws the instant fines management system three weeks after rollout, to allow public to understand process of handling minor traffic offenses.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

KWS dismisses forest destruction claims in Nairobi National Park

In a statement, KWS said the move it says is aimed at meeting modern international animal welfare standards.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

New ISO certification raises bar for Kenya's car importers

Cars Kenya secures ISO 9001 certification in industry first.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

From burial to ashes: How bodies are disposed of

Cremation is another common method. It uses high heat to reduce the body to bone fragments and ash, which are then processed into a fine powder.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

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Why Kenyans are warming up to a woman president

A survey by the Reykjavík Index for Leadership 2025 shows that three in four Kenyans are comfortable with a woman president.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Hoard fuel at your own peril, Ruto warns marketers

Government warns against creating artificial fuel crisis amid shortages, President Ruto says efforts underway to ease challenges arising from Middle East war

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

You need honest friends! Ruto tells Tuju

President Ruto says ex-CS Raphael Tuju needs honest friends, accuses his political allies of misleading him, and using his misfortune to push 'unnecessary agendas'.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Suspected mass grave discovered in Kericho, multiple bodies found

Police launch investigations after a suspected mass grave with multiple bodies, some mutilated, discovered at Makaburini cemetery in Kericho County.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago

Passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport

An aircraft en route to Nairobi from Kisumu crash lands at Wilson Airport, no injuries reported so far, police spokesperson Muchiri says.

By Esther Nyambura 1 month ago