- Taxpayers will continue to pay billions of shillings to external lawyers procured by county governments to defend them in various legal matters after senators declined to bar governors from seeking the services of external law firms. It now means the devolved units, and taxpayers, will continue to…
- The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) boss, Mohammed Amin, has revealed that some of the missing persons’ reports and disappearance cases were personal decisions linked to love triangles. Amin said that although the DCI was keen on treating all reports of missing persons, disappearance…
- The return of former Cabinet Minister Fred Matiang’i (left) from the US has emboldened his supporters, who want him to hit the road running and market himself ahead of the 2027 General Election. The former CS, who came back into the country on Thursday night, ended the anxiety among his supporters…
- There is not enough money for the elderly cash transfer scheme, after MPs failed to increase the budget in the recent Supplementary Estimates II for 2024/2025. Despite President William Ruto’s directive to prioritise elderly payments before salaries, financial constraints made this impossible, said…
- A parliamentary committee has raised concerns about the ownership of the Kiambu National Polytechnic land. The committee on education chaired by Tinderet MP Julius Melly, which toured the facility, questioned the control of the land by the Board of Trustees, despite legal provisions transferring…
- Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani and County Commissioner Steve Orinde have dismissed a recent report by the National Crime Research Centre (NCRC) that ranked Kwale among counties most affected by juvenile gangs. During events at Matuga Girls and Kwale High National Schools, the two leaders said the…
- Lawmakers have raised concerns over rogue miraa drivers following increased cases of road accidents along the Nairobi-Meru highway. The MPS cited personal stories where they have either had to give way or brake instantly because of undisciplined miraa drivers. They want the National Transport…
- Christians across the world are celebrating Easter. This is one of the most significant days in the Christian calendar. It honours the resurrection of Jesus three days after his death by crucifixion. For many Christian churches, Easter is the joyful conclusion to the Lenten season of devoted prayer…
- Content creation is more than just vibes in Kenya— it is the hustle, generating revenue for youths and keeping them busy. Its significant contribution to the country’s economic growth has even received a boost with President William Ruto promising a digital revolution. However, new charges such as…
- As Brazil, this year’s United Nations annual climate summit host, faces criticism for its continued interest in oil production, a leading development expert has come to the country’s defence. “Brazil has been portrayed by the media, activists and other commentators as either angel or devil over its…
- Junior Starlets head coach Mildred Cheche has explained why Kenya lost to Cameroon in a FIFA U17 World Cup qualifier at Nyayo Stadium. Kenya were beaten 1-0 by the Central Africans on Sunday, April 20, 2025, and Cheche has said her players were surprised and under pressure. “For most of the players…
- A Boeing (BA.N), jet intended for use by a Chinese airline landed back at the planemaker’s U.S. production hub on Sunday, a victim of the tit-for-tat bilateral tariffs launched by President Donald Trump in his global trade offensive. The 737 MAX, which was meant for China’s Xiamen Airlines, landed…
- Democratic Republic of Congo suspended former President Joseph Kabila’s political party and ordered his assets seized over accusations of supporting Rwandan-backed rebels in the east, the government said. The 53-year-old, who ruled from 2001-2019 and only stepped down after deadly protests against…
- Kenya fell to Cameroon with a 1-0 defeat during a FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier staged at Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, April 20, 2025. The Junior Starlets now have a mountain to face and conquer, given that they will be hosted by the Central Africans for the return leg duel. Meanwhile,…
- President William Ruto has called on Members of Parliament (MPs) and governors to allow the national government to manage the road maintenance levy, saying this would lead to better utilisation of the funds. Speaking after Easter Sunday service in Ntulele, Narok County, on Sunday, April 20, 2025,…
- Mombasa Catholic Diocese Archbishop Martin Kivuva has expressed concern over President William Ruto’s administration’s increasing loan borrowing, questioning whether the funds are being used for their intended purposes. Speaking after Easter Sunday mass on April 20, 2025, in Mombasa, Kivuva said…
- Saboti MP Caleb Amisi has warned politicians eyeing the presidency in the 2027 General Election, cautioning them against relying on tribal alliances to unseat President William Ruto. In a statement shared via his X account on Sunday, April 20, 2025, Amisi advised that any serious presidential…
- DHL Express is suspending deliveries to the US worth more than $800 (£603, Ksh103,649.16) because of a “significant increase” in red tape at customs following the introduction of Donald Trump’s new tariff regime. The delivery giant said it will temporarily stop shipments from companies in all…
- Githunguri constituency Member of Parliament (MP) Gathoni Wamuchomba has declared her interest to become Kenya’s president in the near future. Taking to her official X account on Sunday, April 20, 2025, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) lawmaker who has since shifted her allegiance to former…
- China’s ambassador to the United States, Xie Feng, has urged Washington to seek common ground with Beijing and pursue peaceful coexistence while warning that China stood ready to retaliate in the escalating trade war. Speaking at a public event in Washington on Saturday, details of which were…
- Tusker FC have an opportunity to climb to the summit of the FKF Premier League table when they take on Nairobi City Stars on April 20, 2025, following a dramatic weekend that has intensified the race for the title. Heading into the Sunday afternoon clash at Kenyatta Stadium, the brewers sit second…
- Embakasi East Member of Parliament (MP) Babu Owino now says he is the only one capable of beating President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Speaking at the Legacy Church in Westlands, Babu confidently confirmed that he will be on the ballot in the upcoming elections; he, however, did not…
- Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Hussein Mohammed has rallied behind Junior Starlets as they face Cameroon in the 2025 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers campaign in a crucial match that will be played at Nyayo National Stadium at 3:00 pm. Taking to his official X account on Sunday…
- Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi has dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s jibe suggesting that President William Ruto will only serve for one term, calling them bitter and irrelevant. In a video posted on his official X account on April 20, 2025, Sudi downplayed Gachagua’s…
- Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Communications Director Philip Etale has come to the defence of Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale following the criticism directed at him by Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale. In a statement shared via his official social media accounts on Saturday, April 19, 2025,…
- Championship leader Lando Norris crashed out of qualifying at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and will start 10th as Max Verstappen beat the Briton’s McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri to pole position. Verstappen in his Red Bull pipped Piastri by 0.01 seconds to take his second pole position of the…
- Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings. Easter celebrations Kenyan Christians are expected to flock to different churches across the country to celebrate since Sunday marks Easter, one of the most sacred holidays of the year in Christian tradition. Easter is meant…
- The U.S. Supreme Court on Saturday, April 19, 2025, temporarily barred the Trump administration from deporting a group of Venezuelan migrants it accused of being gang members under a rarely used wartime law, but the government urged the justices to lift their order. The court issued the decision…
- Hosts Homabay and Makueni Counties declared their status as the best sports hubs in the country with winning performances in the Kenya Youth Inter-County Sports Association (KYISA) games held in Homa Bay. The Eastern county dominated the finals of various sporting disciplines, clinching the soccer…
- Gor Mahia Chairman Ambrose Rachier joined the club’s faithful in attending the team’s match week 27 tie that ended with Sofapaka FC leaving it late to claim a 1-1 draw this Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the Dandora Stadium. Rachier, who recently got elected in office for a fresh four-year term, was…
- Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti says there is “no conflict” with club president Florentino Perez despite his side’s Champions League exit. Arsenal knocked Real Madrid out in the quarter-finals on Wednesday, leading to speculation over the 65-year-old’s future. But before Sunday’s La Liga match…
- Interior Principal Secretary (PS) Raymond Omollo has reiterated the government’s commitment to strengthening the country’s security agencies. Speaking during a Thanksgiving service held at the National Youth Service (NYS) Headquarters in Ruaraka on Saturday, April 19, 2025, Omollo noted that he…
- Kenya’s U20 Rugby 15s team, Chipu, made a perfect start to their defense of the 2025 Rugby Africa Barthes U20 Trophy, downing Tunisia 29-21 on Saturday, April 19, 2025. The encounter staged at the Old Hararians Sport Club demanded the best of the reigning champions as the North African pushed Simon…
- Social media has been awash with reports that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and his long-term ally, Siaya Governor James Orengo, were not reading from the same page. The claims were exacerbated after professionals from the Luo community threatened to sponsor an impeachment motion against…
- Mathare United head coach John Kamau has exuded optimism of the club retaining its top league status at the end of the 2025 Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League campaign. Kamau, however, believes the team faces an uphill task in fulfilling the pledge and has warned his charges to brace…
- A section of leaders drawn from Kakamega County have defended Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya against his critics, who are now calling for his impeachment. Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei and his Uasin Gishu counterpart Jackson Mandago had called for the impeachment of Natembeya, accusing him…
- Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on Saturday, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21-kilometre (13-mile) course. The robots from Chinese manufacturers such as DroidVP and Noetix Robotics came in all shapes…
- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua spent a better part of his Easter weekend interacting with grassroots leaders drawn from Meru County. In a statement on Saturday, April 19, 2025, Gachagua noted that the meeting presented an opportunity for him to share insights regarding his expected party…
- A section of leaders allied to President William Ruto have come out to strongly condemn former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his sustained criticism of the Kenya Kwanza government. Speaking during an event hosted by Kajiado Woman Representative Leah Sankaire at Kajiado TTI, the leaders…
- Chief Executive Officers (CEO) have raised concerns over the government’s over-reliance on the labour export programme to create jobs for unemployed people in the country. President William Ruto’s administration greatly championed the labour export programme, which creates employment opportunities…
- Kenya Lionesses have been drawn in a tough Pool A alongside Brazil, Colombia, and Spain for the upcoming HSBC World Rugby Sevens promotion-relegation playoffs in Los Angeles. The high-stakes tournament scheduled for May 3 to May 5, 2025, will determine which teams secure a place in the 2025–26 SVNS…
- Kenyan revellers like to do something typical to whisky; they like chasing it, often with a 300ml bottle of soda which they splash in small amounts to dampen the rich body taste of whisky. Those with uncommon loyalty to this century-old drink like Lynnwood Farr, a whisky enthusiast and a US-based…
- Inclusive National Justice, Economic & Civic Transformation (INJECT) party leader Morara Kebaso has urged the youth to shun tribalism ahead of the 2027 general elections. The government accountability advocate, in his video Easter Holiday message to Kenyans that he shared via his official…
- As the cost of living soars amid a tightening economy, Kenya’s youth are breaking away from the classic French fries lunch and leaning into more affordable, on-the-go options that better match their financial reality. Snacks like Rolex, noodles, cereals, and Smochas—a wrap stuffed with sausage and…
- The country currently faces a hidden epidemic because non-communicable diseases from dietary origins such as diabetes along with hypertension and heart disease and obesity are on the rise. Diseases formerly associated with wealth now spread throughout society and fast foods containing excessive…
- Former Deputy President Geoffrey Rigathi Gachagua is today a regular subject in the media, if not a guest. When he was in power – or is it power itself? – Gachagua despised the media and stated so unapologetically. It is probably a case of the shoe being on the other foot. No sooner had Gachagua […]
- Athletics Kenya has announced its nomination and endorsement of Barnaba Korir for the elective position of First Vice President in the upcoming elections of the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK) set for next Thursday at the Pride Inn Hotel in Nairobi. “Korir is a dedicated Executive Member…
- When the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) tomorrow convenes for its annual and spring meetings, the Bretton Woods institutions will deeply reflect on the turmoil US President Donald Trump is causing in global financial markets. IMF and World Bank meetings of 191 member countries…
- An estimated 5,300 Kenyans suffer from haemophilia, a rare genetic blood disorder that causes blood not to clot properly. According to statistics from the Kenya Haemophilia Association, one in every 10,000 Kenyans suffers from haemophilia. As World Haemophilia Day is marked, patients in Kenya…
- As Iran and the United States meet again Saturday for diplomatic talks over Tehran’s nuclear activities, few will be watching the outcome as closely as Israel. Israel has long relied on President Donald Trump to take a hard line against Iran, which has called for the destruction of the Jewish state…
