- In an important global conversation in Mombasa almost went unnoticed because of the understandable national uproar over the killing of influencer Albert Ojwang in police custody. Regrettably, the torture and murder of the influencer remain the cruel face of police brutality, which attracted half-…
- Kenya’s top chess club, Equity Bank, made its historic debut at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship on Wednesday, where 17-year-old Kyle Kuka stunned a top English opponent with a brilliant comeback, salvaging pride in a tough opening round against the world’s elite. The tournament features…
- When Jael retired from her corporate job at just 36, she was not chasing early success or burnout recovery — she was chasing peace, lots of it, she says. The city, with its haste, noise and endless bills, no longer served her. She prescribed herself a chill pill. So she packed up everything, left…
- The murder in police custody of a teacher and blogger, Albert Ojwang’ has once again thrust a high-ranking police officer and the entire National Police Service into the eye of a storm. While the previous flare-up had the Deputy Inspector General in charge of the Administration Police Service,…
- Kisumu County Secondary Schools Sports Association (KCSSSA) has avoided an early showdown between boys’ football defending champions Kisumu Day and last year’s runners-up Agai Mixed Secondary by placing the archrivals in separate pools in this year’s fixtures. According to competition details…
- The debate at the just concluded United Nations Ocean Conference centred on how humanity’s survival is grounded on how we manage our relationships with the ocean and the environment. The third UN ocean summit in Nice, France, witnessed various entities showcasing their efforts to protect marine…
- Kenya’s democratic journey, though relatively young compared to mature democracies, has been repeatedly tested at the ballot box. Though elections have become defining moments—episodes where hope for renewal is so often overshadowed by suspicion, confusion, and claims of betrayal, it has stood…
- The third leg of the LOOP Safari Gravel Series will take place today, June 14, 2025, at the iconic Hell’s Gate National Park in Naivasha. The race, which is expected to attract over 500 cyclists, also doubles as a UCI Gravel World Series Qualifier, making it one of the most anticipated events on…
- Concerns have been raised over the apparent vandalism of the property at the Mukurwe Wa Nyagathanga traditional shrine following years of abandonment. Mukurwe Wa Nyagathanga is a shrine that is held in high regard by the Kikuyu community as it is believed to be the origin of their forefathers. This…
- Since Sunday, Kenya’s law enforcement and investigative agencies have been putting their limbs in all their orifices while explaining how Albert Ojwang, a 31-year-old teacher, died at the hands of our murderous police officers. Considering that this was not an accident, as he was healthy at the…
- With over 1.8 million Kenyans facing food insecurity and more than 500,000 children under five years suffering from malnutrition, the government is turning to Science, Research, and Innovation (SRI) to tackle the crisis. This was revealed by Prof Shaukat Abdulrazak, Principal Secretary, State…
- As malaria continues to be a major public health threat in Kenya, the government has been urged to scale up the local production of antimalarial drugs to reduce dependency on imports and enhance the fight against the disease. Despite progress in malaria control over the past two decades, the…
- As the 2027 general election approaches, Kenya’s political landscape is steadily taking shape, though many questions remain—particularly within the ODM party and the broader Azimio coalition. At the centre of this unfolding drama is Raila Odinga, the veteran opposition leader and ODM party head,…
- Investigations into the brutal murder of teacher-cum-blogger Albert Ojwang at Nairobi’s Central Police Station have revealed the great lengths rogue police officers go to tamper with evidence to interfere with criminal investigations. The case of Central Police Station bears striking similarities…
- As Kenya’s Competency-Based Education (CBE) system continues to take shape, one of its most transformative features is the introduction of pathways, tracks, and learning areas—a structure designed to personalise learning and align education with the diverse talents, interests, and career…
- President William Ruto has announced that the government intends to establish a Ksh150 billion pharmaceutical manufacturing hub in Murang’a. The President said the facility will be constructed on the land that was ceded by Del Monte and has been earmarked to be transformed into an industrial hub.…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has lauded the 2025/2026 Budget as tailored to curb corruption in the civil service and reduce tax evasion among the rich. Speaking at Masii Stadium in Mwala Constituency, Machakos County, on June 13, 2025, during a Youth and Women Empowerment forum, the Deputy…
- President William Ruto has reorganised the government by establishing seven new State Departments and transferring key functions within the Executive. The changes were announced through Executive Order No. 1 of 2025, notifying all Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries and Heads of State…
- Lands Cabinet Secretary (CS) Alice Wahome has warned politicians against engaging in politics at the expense of meaningful development that addresses the needs of the people. Speaking during the 1st Murang’a Annual Conference on Friday, June 13, 2025, Wahome decried what she referred to as a…
- Former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta has lauded the young generation for their quest against injustice and their drive to challenge the status quo to make the world a better place. Speaking during Brookhouse Schools’ 17th graduation ceremony at the Karen Campus on Friday, June 13, 2025, the former…
- Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi has defended the empowerment drives being spearheaded by various leaders in the country, noting that it is the only way to uplift citizens from poverty. Speaking during an empowerment drive in Mwala Constituency, where Deputy President Kithure Kindiki was presiding over the…
- The Ministry of Health has gazetted Legal Notice No. 107, introducing a third batch of Graphic Health Warnings (GHWs) under the Tobacco Control Act (Cap. 245A), in a renewed push to curb tobacco consumption and protect public health. The updated regulations, published in the Kenya Gazette on Friday…
- The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has highlighted 15 tasks accomplished so far in the ongoing probe into the death of slain blogger Albert Ojwang. In a statement on Friday, June 13, 2025, the oversight body detailed the various steps they took in piecing together the mysterious…
- The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has held candlelight vigils in all their branches nationwide to honour the life of Albert Ojwang’, who was brutally killed at the hands of police officers on June 7, 2025. In a statement from the union’s headquarters along Mombasa Road,…
- A person of interest of interest in the murder of blogger and teacher Albert Omondi Ojwang’ will remain in police custody until Friday, June 20, 2025. Police Constable James Mukhwana was arraigned in court on Friday, June 13, 2025, for a miscellaneous application where the Independent Policing…
- The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has disclosed that the CCTV cameras were disabled hours after Albert Ojwang’ was killed and transferred to the Nairobi Funeral Home. In a chilling account of events that transpired on the fateful night, IPOA Chief Executive Officer Elema Halake…
- The Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Mutahi Kagwe, has urged county governments nationwide to safeguard the Agricultural Society of Kenya (A.S.K) lands from encroachment and land grabbing. Speaking on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the official opening of the 2025 A.S.K…
- Kisii Governor Simba Arati has appealed for the proper utilisation of the remaining time, calling for the prioritisation of meaningful work rather than engaging in politicking. The governor made the remarks in his brief address to the 1st Murang’a Annual Conference on Friday, June 13, 2025, where…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to reconsider his position in the opposition and join the government, suggesting that he would be a more supportive ally than former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Speaking on Friday, June 13, 2025, in Machakos…
- Scores of people were injured and tens of public transport vehicles destroyed after two rival operators at the Limuru bus terminus clashed over parking rights on Friday, June 13, 2025. The violent clashes, which paralysed transport for the second day running, pitted the Nakili Sacco matatu owners…
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has stepped up his tour of the Ukambani region in preparation for an upcoming visit by President William Ruto, assuring residents that the government’s development agenda will benefit them equally and without bias. Speaking on Friday, 13 June 2025 in Mwala, Machakos…
- Harambee Starlets midfielder Corazon Aquino has broken her silence following her exclusion from the team set for the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship in Tanzania. Despite being named in the initial 23-player squad, both Corazone Aquino and Elizabeth Wambui failed to show up in the Starlets…
- Zambia’s former President Edgar Lungu, who died last week, left instructions that his successor Hakainde Hichilema “should not be anywhere near” his body, a family spokesman has said. This is the latest development in the bitter feud over funeral plans for the late president following his death in…
- A monumental decision for MPs that has been looming on the horizon is now approaching at speed. The Assisted Dying Bill, which would give some terminally ill adults the right to end their lives, is back in the Commons for votes on amendments, with the final vote likely to come next week. There are…
- Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has called on the government to place manufacturing at the centre of its economic agenda, saying it is the key to job creation and sustainable growth. Speaking during the Murang’a Investment Conference held on Friday, June 13, 2025, Owino said Kenya’s economy will only…
- Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has dismissed the Ministry of Energy’s response over the controversial transfer of a Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) project to Nigerian firm Asharami Synergy, terming it a deliberate breach of law and a betrayal of public trust. “I have…
- President William Ruto on Friday, June 13, 2025, presided over the destruction of over 6,000 illegal firearms at the National Police Leadership Academy in Ngong, Kajiado County, in a firm statement against the proliferation of illicit arms in Kenya. The weapons, recovered between 2022 and 2025,…
- The Harambee Starlets are back on the regional stage as they prepare to battle it out at the 2025 CECAFA Senior Women’s Championship. The championship, set to kick off June 15, 2025, at the Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, will run through June 22. The championship marks a crucial moment…
- The National Treasury is banking on tough revenue collection measures to fund the 2025/26 budget, projected at Sh4.29 trillion. While presenting the budget estimates and revenue collection measures, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said there will be no new taxes or increase in taxes…
- Kenya’s fiscal year 2025/2026 budget brings a notable wave of changes, with far-reaching implications for various sectors, particularly education and youth empowerment. This budget, while presenting certain advantages, also poses challenges that could profoundly affect the educational landscape and…
- Kenya’s energy sector has recorded a significant expansion, with total electricity generation rising to 3,243 megawatts in 2025, onboarding 932,839 new customers and raising total connections from 8.9 million in 2022 to 10.9 million this year. National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet…
- The digital superhighway and creative economy sector, long touted as a cornerstone of Kenya’s economic transformation agenda, has received the lowest allocation in the 2025/26 national budget, at Sh12.7 billion. This comes despite repeated assurances from the government that digital innovation and…
- Kibra Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Orero has called for a more accountable and transparent approach in the implementation of Kenya’s affordable housing project. He noted this, urging the Principal Secretary (PS) in the Housing Ministry to take full responsibility for ensuring the equitable…
- Kenya’s middle-distance sensation Emmanuel Wanyonyi continued his meteoric rise on Thursday night, June 12, 2025, clinching the 800m title at the Oslo Diamond League with a commanding time of 1:42.77. “Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi holds on to win 800m at the Oslo Diamond League, clocking 1:42…
- In a renewed push to revitalize the tourism industry, the government has allocated a combined Sh13 billion to support tourism sector growth in the 2025/2026 financial year. The allocation, announced during the budget presentation in Nairobi, includes Sh8.2 billion for the Tourism Fund and Sh4.8…
- Kenya’s national football team, the Harambee Stars, returned to the country on Friday, June 13, 2025, to a hero’s welcome. In a post on their official X account, dated June 13, 2025. The team took to the socials, notifying their return. “Stars are back home,” read a post on their X account. Their…
- The National Treasury has earmarked Sh18 billion in the 2025/26 national budget to drive job creation through manufacturing and agricultural revitalisation in a renewed attempt to stimulate industrial development and rural enterprise. While this represents a significant outlay across multiple…
- Over the past decade, suppliers and contractors doing business with the government have found themselves caught in a relentless cycle of financial uncertainty and distress. Year in, year out, they have been forced to wait—often indefinitely—for payments on goods delivered or services rendered.…
- Protests, teargas and chaos marred budget day as National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi abandoned the traditional official Volkswagen Passat and walked from his office, through Harambee Avenue, to the Parliament Buildings—a stretch of about 200 metres. Accompanied by his Principal Secretary…
- Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings. Protests over Ojwang’s death Protests over the death of Albert Ojwang, a 31-year-old teacher and blogger who died in police custody on June 8, 2025, are expected to continue today, as the government has yet to meet the…
