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PS Omollo: Drug abuse crisis affecting one in six Kenyans
The PS noted that the crisis is no longer distant, but personal to many Kenyans.
By Mate Tongola 11 days ago
PS Omollo: Drug abuse crisis affecting one in six Kenyans
Two suspected robbers killed after mob justice in Ngara, Nairobi
Officers from Parklands Police Station intervened and rescued the four, who were in critical condition.
By Mate Tongola 11 days ago
Two suspected robbers killed after mob justice in Ngara, Nairobi
Mother, two children die in suspected murder-suicide in Nyamira
Police recovered a colourless 300ml bottle branded "Club Passion," suspected to have contained the poison.
By Mate Tongola 15 days ago
Mother, two children die in suspected murder-suicide in Nyamira
UDA tasks Ruto to open ODM coalition talks ahead of 2027 polls
The committee further ordered the organisation of ward-level party elections nationwide within 30 days after the repeat polls.
By Mate Tongola 15 days ago
UDA tasks Ruto to open ODM coalition talks ahead of 2027 polls
Uganda suspends KTN hours before General Election
MultiChoice said it had been instructed to suspend the channel pending further communication from the UCC.
By Mate Tongola 16 days ago
Uganda suspends KTN hours before General Election
IShowSpeed: From YouTube to Nairobi streets
IShowSpeed has more than 48 million subscribers on YouTube
By Mate Tongola 18 days ago
IShowSpeed: From YouTube to Nairobi streets
'Hot air': Millie Odhiambo dismisses Owalo's presidential bid
Millie termed the move as politically unrealistic without the backing of a major party.
By Mate Tongola 18 days ago
'Hot air': Millie Odhiambo dismisses Owalo's presidential bid
US issues a do not travel advisory to Somalia, South Sudan and Mali
The current list of Level 4 nations, totaling 21, encompasses countries across Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and beyond.
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
US issues a do not travel advisory to Somalia, South Sudan and Mali
HELB releases Sh1.56bn in second-semester upkeep funds
TVET institutions have received Sh4.33 billion, supporting 150,212 students.
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
HELB releases Sh1.56bn in second-semester upkeep funds
Raila's aide Maurice Ogeta appointed Mombasa security adviser
Abdulswamad said the appointment was informed by Ogeta's many years of service and experience,
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
Raila's aide Maurice Ogeta appointed Mombasa security adviser
Police order crackdown after 31 die in road crashes
NPS termed the recent trend a national crisis that demands urgent action.
By Mate Tongola 23 days ago
Police order crackdown after 31 die in road crashes
DCI rules out foul play in Jirongo's death
DCI says no evidence so far suggesting foul play.
By Mate Tongola 24 days ago
DCI rules out foul play in Jirongo's death
Migori man injured in forced circumcision attack
The victim was at his home in Bogesi village when three brothers attacked him.
By Mate Tongola 24 days ago
Migori man injured in forced circumcision attack
Captured Maduro first casualty in US push to stamp supremacy in Western hemisphere
Venezuela's political crisis took a dramatic turn over the weekend, with President Nicolas Maduro experiencing one of the most consequential reversals of his decades-long grip on power.
By Mate Tongola and Agencies 25 days ago
Captured Maduro first casualty in US push to stamp supremacy in Western hemisphere
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Owner of collapsed South C building identified
Yussuf is the sole director of Abyaan Consulting Limited, the firm that was both the developer and contractor of the project.
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
Owner of collapsed South C building identified
Playing with fire: Danger of fireworks during celebrations
As the world ushered in 2026, Kenyans gathered in towns and neighbourhoods to celebrate the new year, lighting up the skies with dazzling fireworks at the stroke of midnight.
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
Playing with fire: Danger of fireworks during celebrations
Prime suspect in Ang'ata Barrikoi killing arrested
Sakuyiai was arrested in Lolgorian on December 31, 2025, by detectives following forensic leads.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Prime suspect in Ang'ata Barrikoi killing arrested
At a glance: Leaders' New Year wishes as Kenya welcomes 2026
Various leaders have called for unity, peace, and renewed commitment to development.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
At a glance: Leaders' New Year wishes as Kenya welcomes 2026
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Troubling skies: Inside the surge in aircraft crashes
More than 15 aircraft have crashed across the country since the start of 2025.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Troubling skies: Inside the surge in aircraft crashes
Nyoro accuses government of plot to raise 2026 school fees
According to Nyoro, the move would overburden parents who are already struggling
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Nyoro accuses government of plot to raise 2026 school fees
Sifuna reignites push for Luhya presidency in 2027
The Nairobi Senator also dismissed calls for his removal as ODM's Secretary-General over alleged sabotage of the broad-based government.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Sifuna reignites push for Luhya presidency in 2027
Over 211,000 learners approved in Grade 10 placement review
Education Ministry revises senior school placement review period to January 6-9, 2026; 355,457 review applications received so far, with over 211,000 approved.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Over 211,000 learners approved in Grade 10 placement review
Former Shinyalu MP Daniel Khamasi dies at 79
Khamasi was first elected to Parliament in 1997 on a Ford-Kenya party ticket.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Former Shinyalu MP Daniel Khamasi dies at 79
KeNHA warns of traffic congestion on Nairobi - Nakuru highway
KeNHA also confirmed that traffic has since been successfully restored along the Salgaa-Kibunja section.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
KeNHA warns of traffic congestion on Nairobi - Nakuru highway
Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim dies after long illness
Ibrahim became the first Kenyan Somali to be admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim dies after long illness
Nairobi County approves two menstrual off days for women employees
The initiative recognises menstrual health as a critical workplace wellness issue.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Nairobi County approves two menstrual off days for women employees
Captain George Kamal takes charge at KQ as Allan Kilavuka disembarks
Kilavuka will proceed on terminal leave ahead of the expiry of his contractual tenure.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Captain George Kamal takes charge at KQ as Allan Kilavuka disembarks
Ruto honours tree-hugging activist with state award
Truphena has also been appointed the Ambassador of the 15b tree planting campaign.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto honours tree-hugging activist with state award
28 injured as Easy Coach bus rams trailer in Salgaa
The bus was travelling from Nairobi to Kisumu at the time of the accident.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
28 injured as Easy Coach bus rams trailer in Salgaa
Jamhuri Day: Roads where traffic will be disrupted
Drivers using Lang'ata Road will be diverted through the Madaraka Roundabout toward Lusaka Road.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Jamhuri Day: Roads where traffic will be disrupted
JSC appoints 100 new magistrates to boost justice delivery
The appointments raise the total number of magistrates to 660, serving in 143 Magistrates' Courts.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
JSC appoints 100 new magistrates to boost justice delivery
Faces of top performers KJSEA
According to the Kenya National Examinations Council, the top performers scored 90 marks and above across all examinable subjects.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Faces of top performers KJSEA
Gachagua casts doubt on Sh208B health deal
Gachagua questioned the credibility of the agreement, arguing that it lacked public participation.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Gachagua casts doubt on Sh208B health deal
Ruto set to launch National Infrastructure Fund
Ruto says the Fund will provide the financial muscle Kenya has long lacked to deliver on large-scale infrastructure plans.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto set to launch National Infrastructure Fund
LSK announces vacancies for top leadership positions
Qualified members have been invited to submit nomination papers for the 2026 - 2028 term i
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
LSK announces vacancies for top leadership positions
How EACC saved the country Sh16.5b in 12 months
EACC processed 4,183 corruption reports during the year, launching investigations into 1,846 cases.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
How EACC saved the country Sh16.5b in 12 months
Uganda's Electoral Commission condemns violence at Bobi Wine's rally
The Commission urged parties facing disagreements to resolve them through dialogue rather than confrontation.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Uganda's Electoral Commission condemns violence at Bobi Wine's rally
US to review ties with Tanzania over rights and security concerns
The U.S cited a series of actions it says threaten longstanding cooperation between the two countries.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
US to review ties with Tanzania over rights and security concerns
MCK condemns Gachagua over 'dangerous' attack on journalist Letoo
Media Council said Gachagua's comments amounted to incitement and posed a direct threat to the reporter's safety.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
MCK condemns Gachagua over 'dangerous' attack on journalist Letoo
UK responds to Kenyan parliamentary inquiry on BATUK conduct
However, London expressed disappointment that its submission was not reflected in the committee's conclusions.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
UK responds to Kenyan parliamentary inquiry on BATUK conduct