NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – The Nairobi County Government has begun the induction of its new Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Board at the Kenya School of Government, marking a renewed drive to restore order and strengthen regulation in the liquor sector. The move is aimed at improving coordi...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – Incumbent Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga has taken an early lead in the county’s gubernatorial race, according to a new Swiss Poll survey, widening the gap between her and her closest challengers. The poll places Wanga at 58.7 percent, signalling strong support as politi...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has warned that a deepening trust deficit remains one of Africa’s greatest threats to peace, stability, and effective conflict resolution. Speaking during the 2026 Johannesburg Arbitration Week, Kenyatta said that while agreements in peace...
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 5 – The Senate has kicked off debate on a proposed law seeking to remove miraa from the list of narcotic and psychotropic substances, setting the stage for a high-stakes clash between economic interests and public health concerns. The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substan...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – The arrival of more than 47,000 metric tons of American grain to Mombasa marks an expansion of U.S.-Kenya trade and the beginning of a project to enhance agricultural productivity in Kenya. Proceeds from the sale of the hard red winter wheat will be reinvested to fund th...
President William Ruto brought a lighthearted touch to a solemn State House ceremony in Nairobi when he paused his speech to playfully call out the audience for their lukewarm reception. The president injected a dose of humor after noticing what he described as “mean” clapping from the g...
A court in Kibera has ordered Beatrice Wangari to remain in custody for 10 days as detectives investigate the sudden death of veteran gynecologist and former Nairobi Hospital director Dr. Job Obwaka. In a ruling delivered on Monday, Deputy Registrar Barbara Alice Akinyi authorized the police to hold...
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei is turning up the heat on the former administration by filing a formal motion in the Senate to slash or outright scrap the retirement benefits of former President Uhuru Kenyatta. This legislative push aims to give Parliament the power to revoke, reallocate, or modify t...
The Kenyan government has called on its citizens living in South Africa to stay alert following rising tensions and isolated incidents targeting foreign nationals in parts of the country. The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria issued the advisory on May 4, directing it at hundreds of thousands of Ken...
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is drawing a firm line in the sand, setting steep conditions before even considering pre-election coalition talks with President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA). At the heart of their demand is a massive financial settlement; the party insists tha...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – The debate surrounding a controversial plan to strip former President Uhuru Kenyatta of his retirement benefits is expected to escalate today, with leaders set to intensify exchanges in the Senate after a motion by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei. The motion, tabled on Mo...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – The United Democratic Alliance has rescheduled its party nomination exercise for Ol Kalou Constituency in Nyandarua County to Friday. The announcement was made by the party’s National Elections Board Chairman Anthony Mwaura, following feedback from party members and cand...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – The United States has called on Kenyan media to strengthen ethical standards and transparency, warning that undisclosed external influence risks eroding public trust in journalism. Speaking at the University of Nairobi on Wednesday, U.S. Chief of Mission Susan Burns said...
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 5 — The (IEBC) is shifting focus to youth in informal settlements as it seeks to close registration gaps ahead of the 2027 General Election, following the conclusion of the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise. Speaking during Capital in the Morning show, IEBC C...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – President William Ruto drew laughter and applause from Tanzanian Lawmakers after opening his address with a humorous take on the journey of the Kiswahili language during his historic speech in Parliament in Dodoma. Ruto, who is on a state visit to Tanzania, was invited t...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 4 – The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria has issued a safety advisory urging Kenyans living in South Africa to remain vigilant following recent demonstrations that have reportedly affected foreign nationals in parts of the country. In the advisory, the High Commission calle...
NAKURU, Kenya May 4 – Nakuru County Government has prioritised children with special needs in its 2026 bursary allocations as part of efforts to promote equity and inclusive education. Governor Susan Kihika said no child with special needs, disabilities, or from vulnerable backgrounds should b...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 4 – Avenews, an agri-fintech company operating in Kenya and the wider East African region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Grebe Enterprises Limited aimed at strengthening the efficiency of the farm inputs supply chain and improving access to agricultural...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 4 – Siaya Governor James Orengo has reasserted his central role in securing the Orange Democratic Movement’s (ODM) claim unpaid public funding, even as the party escalates demands for the immediate release of Sh12 billion it says is owed by the State. In a statement that lay...
NAIROBI, Kenya May 4 – Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has issued a scathing rebuke of leaders allied to President William Ruto, accusing them of orchestrating a sustained campaign to discredit former president Uhuru Kenyatta. In a statement, the former National Assembly Speaker condemne...
Residents of Elgeyo-Marakwet County inspect a destroyed homestead after a deadly landslide tore through the area, flattening houses and damaging farmland following days of intense rainfall. Photo/Courtesy A series of devastating landslides triggered by relentless heavy rains has claimed at least 18 ...
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has revealed that the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) is urging him to run for the presidency in the 2027 General Election, a move that adds significant weight to his expected bid. Speaking on Sunday, May 3, 2026, during a church service in Kajiado, Gachag...
President William Ruto has unveiled a bold plan to weave the creative arts into the very fabric of Kenyan neighborhoods. In a new directive, the president announced that every future affordable housing project will now include fully equipped audio-visual studios. Speaking on Saturday evening at the ...
President William Ruto has announced a major change to how schools receive money, promising to release capitation funds before the start of every term. Speaking on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at AIC Githumu in Kandara, Murang’a County, the President explained that this shift aims to keep classrooms running...
