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Ruto defends police roadblocks, blasts court order on protest restrictions
Justice Lawrence Mugambi issued the conservatory orders restraining the IG from interfering with peaceful protests.
By 3 days ago
Ruto defends police roadblocks, blasts court order on protest restrictions
NYS dismisses claims linking its vehicles to Saba Saba protests
NYS says any attempt to link it to such acts is a “grave misrepresentation” of its values.
By 3 days ago
NYS dismisses claims linking its vehicles to Saba Saba protests
Gachagua heads to US for diaspora engagement tour
Gachagua says the two-month trip would focus on discussing the 'state of the nation'.
By 3 days ago
Gachagua heads to US for diaspora engagement tour
IJM condemns police brutality during Saba Saba protests
IJM noted a disturbing trend of police brutality during demonstrations,
By 4 days ago
IJM condemns police brutality during Saba Saba protests
Moses Kuria resigns as Ruto's Senior Economic Advisor
Kuria expressed gratitude to President Ruto for entrusting him with various roles in government.
By 4 days ago
Moses Kuria resigns as Ruto's Senior Economic Advisor
Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo survives impeachment bid
12 senators voted against the motion, seeking to proceed with the case.
By 4 days ago
Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo survives impeachment bid
Massive road blockage in Nairobi ahead of Saba Saba protests
Pedestrians were forced to walk to their workplaces as major roads remain blocked.
By 6 days ago
Massive road blockage in Nairobi ahead of Saba Saba protests
Two killed in Kangemi as police clash with protesters on Saba Saba Day
The two were shot dead as anti-riot police moved in to disperse protestors.
By 5 days ago
Two killed in Kangemi as police clash with protesters on Saba Saba Day
Fire breaks out at Embakasi Girls' School in Mukuru
The cause of the fire is yet to be established.
By 6 days ago
Fire breaks out at Embakasi Girls' School in Mukuru
KHRC condemns deportation of its Senior Legal Advisor
Mavenjina was deported under circumstances the commission has termed as unlawful and politically motivated.
By 6 days ago
KHRC condemns deportation of its Senior Legal Advisor
Ruto hails Kipyegon, Chebet for shattering world records at Prefontaine Classic
Kipyegon delivered a spectacular run in the women’s 1,500 metres, setting a new world record of 3 minutes, 48.68 seconds.
By 7 days ago
Ruto hails Kipyegon, Chebet for shattering world records at Prefontaine Classic
Aviation: Why airplanes have red, green lights illuminating the skies
The navigation lights serve a purpose far beyond visibility.
By 8 days ago
Aviation: Why airplanes have red, green lights illuminating the skies
DP Kindiki unveils multi-billion projects in Taita Taveta County
Kindiki pledged additional allocations to boost the county’s electrification and infrastructure projects.
By 9 days ago
DP Kindiki unveils multi-billion  projects in Taita Taveta County
Police dismiss abduction claims after Ndiang'ui resurfaces
Police have warned against individuals allegedly faking abductions stating it is criminal.
By 9 days ago
Police dismiss abduction claims after Ndiang'ui resurfaces
Gabra, Dasanaach communities sign historic peace pact
Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo hailed the accord as a generational turning point.
By 10 days ago
Gabra, Dasanaach communities sign historic peace pact
Matiang'i insists he is 'politically independent' for now
"Am I a project simply because I was in Uhuru's Cabinet?" Matiang'is posed.
By 11 days ago
Matiang'i insists he is 'politically independent' for now
Eight arrested, stolen goods in post-protest crackdown recovered
All the suspects are currently in custody, undergoing processing pending arraignment.
By 12 days ago
Eight arrested, stolen goods in post-protest crackdown recovered
Agriculture Ministry launches Audit Committee to bolster transparency
Kagwe urged the committee to be proactive rather than reactive in addressing issues.
By 12 days ago
Agriculture Ministry launches Audit Committee to bolster transparency
Two police officers dead in Siaya shooting incident
The officer opened fire after storming into his colleague's home.
By 13 days ago
Two police officers dead in Siaya shooting incident
Ruto heads to Spain and UK to seal strategic deals
During his stop in London, President Ruto will meet with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
By 13 days ago
Ruto heads to Spain and UK to seal strategic deals
UDA condemns protest violence, defends government's response
UDA is accusing certain individuals and sections of the media of inciting unrest.
By 16 days ago
UDA condemns protest violence, defends government's response
Gachagua's DCP demands arrest of perpetrators of June 25 violent protests
DCP described the police response as “unconscionable brutality,
By 16 days ago
Gachagua's DCP demands arrest of perpetrators of June 25 violent protests
Mudavadi: Right to demonstrate must be within the confines of the law
Mudavadi says the demonstrations degenerated into widespread violence, looting, and destruction of property.
By 16 days ago
Mudavadi: Right to demonstrate must be within the confines of the law
Telegram restricted in Kenya amid ban on live coverage
NetBlocks indicated that the platform’s reachability had dropped to just one percent.
By 17 days ago
Telegram restricted in Kenya amid ban on live coverage
Standard Group condemns KTN broadcast shutdown
The oversight of broadcast content lies solely with the Media Council of Kenya, not CA.
By 17 days ago
Standard Group condemns KTN broadcast shutdown
IPOA flags police over excessive force in June 25 protest crackdown
Injuries among police officers were also recorded during the protests.
By 17 days ago
IPOA flags police over excessive force in June 25 protest crackdown
Raila urges peaceful protests ahead of Gen Z demonstrations
This marks Raila’s first public statement on the planned protests.
By 18 days ago
Raila urges peaceful protests ahead of Gen Z demonstrations
KAA denies claims of unauthorized access by taxi drivers, travel agents at JKIA
KAA termed the claims as false and misleading.
By 18 days ago
KAA denies claims of unauthorized access by taxi drivers, travel agents at JKIA
Cabinet approves key bills, infrastructure projects, and social reforms
Also approved was the National Policy on the Prevention of Alcohol, Drugs, and Substance Use (2025). 
By 18 days ago
Cabinet approves key bills, infrastructure projects, and social reforms
DPP approves murder charges against Central Police OCS Talaam among others
The six will be arraigned before the Kibera Law Courts to face the charges.
By 19 days ago
DPP approves murder charges against Central Police OCS Talaam among others
Two police officers interdicted after shooting an unarmed civilian in Nairobi
Kariuki was shot at close range after being physically assaulted by the officers.
By 24 days ago
Two police officers interdicted after shooting an unarmed civilian in Nairobi
Police assure security ahead of June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests
Police have developed a comprehensive security strategy to safeguard both demonstrators and the general public.
By 24 days ago
Police assure security ahead of June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests
Kenya, Uganda issue advisory to citizens in Iran and Israel amid rising tensions
Uganda also announced the evacuation of 48 students from Tehran,
By 24 days ago
Kenya, Uganda issue advisory to citizens in Iran and Israel amid rising tensions
A day of rage: How peaceful Tuesday protests turned bloody
The protesters are demanding the resignation of Deputy IG Eliud Lagat.
By 25 days ago
A day of rage: How peaceful Tuesday protests turned bloody
Police officer filmed shooting civilian in Nairobi arrested
The IG noted that the incident involved the use of an anti-riot shotgun against an unarmed civilian.
By 25 days ago
Police officer filmed shooting civilian in Nairobi arrested
Gachagua dismisses rigging fears, claims Ruto frantically trying to reach out to him
Gachagua alleged that the UDA manifesto was not realistic and meant to hoodwink Kenyans.
By 26 days ago
Gachagua dismisses rigging fears, claims Ruto frantically trying to reach out to him
Maraga accuses police chiefs of cover-up over Ojwang's murder
"The senior police officers lied under oath regarding the circumstances of Ojwang’s death," Maraga stated.
By 26 days ago
Maraga accuses police chiefs of cover-up over Ojwang's murder
Kenya denies role in fueling Sudan war
Mwaura says Kenya’s involvement with Sudan is strictly diplomatic.
By 26 days ago
Kenya denies role in fueling Sudan war
CCTV to be mandatory in all police stations - CS Murkomen
All police stations will be required to store external backups of footage to prevent data loss or manipulation.
By 26 days ago
CCTV to be mandatory in all police stations - CS Murkomen
DIG Eliud Lagat bows to pressure, steps aside in the Ojwang's murder probe
Lagat pledged full cooperation with investigators probing the murder.
By 26 days ago
DIG Eliud Lagat bows to pressure, steps aside in the Ojwang's murder probe
IEBC: The big hurdle
Cartoons
By Gammz
1 hr ago
Ex-spy master Boinnet lifts lid on intelligence reform battles
Macharia Munene
By Macharia Munene
1 hr ago
Ruto's skin too thin for a politician leave alone a president
Politics
By Brian Otieno and Omondi Powel
1 hr ago
The President is beating drums of war against his own people
Barrack Muluka
By Barrack Muluka
1 hr ago