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LSK announces vacancies for top leadership positions
Qualified members have been invited to submit nomination papers for the 2026 - 2028 term i
By 4 days ago
LSK announces vacancies for top leadership positions
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 4 days ago
Ruto set to launch National Infrastructure Fund
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 5 days ago
Uganda's Electoral Commission condemns violence at Bobi Wine's rally
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 5 days ago
How EACC saved the country Sh16.5b in 12 months
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 9 days ago
MCK condemns Gachagua over 'dangerous' attack on journalist Letoo
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 9 days ago
US to review ties with Tanzania over rights and security concerns
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 9 days ago
UK responds to Kenyan parliamentary inquiry on BATUK conduct
Kindiki urges East African judiciary to speed up justice delivery
Kindiki said that efficient courts are essential to socio-economic development.
By 11 days ago
Kindiki urges East African judiciary to speed up justice delivery
Ruto heads to U.S for signing of landmark DRC-Rwanda peace deal
The agreement builds on the Nairobi and Luanda peace processes, as well as the joint EAC–SADC initiative. 
By 11 days ago
Ruto heads to U.S for signing of landmark DRC-Rwanda peace deal
Tanzania protest tension disrupts trade at Kenya border
At the Taveta-Holili One-Stop Border Post, cross-border trade has stalled significantly.
By 11 days ago
Tanzania protest tension disrupts trade at Kenya border
KDF denies claims of drug theft as officers face probe
KDF clarified that the entire consignment remains intact and is under round-the-clock protection.
By 10 days ago
KDF denies claims of drug theft as officers face probe
President Ruto directs Murkomen to fast-track training of new chiefs
The cohort is the third to complete the revamped programme.
By 12 days ago
President Ruto directs Murkomen to fast-track training of new chiefs
Three Labour Ministry officials arrested over alleged bribery at JKIA
The officials were identified as Benson Ouma Okello, Esther Njoki Gakuru, and Denis Marias.
By 12 days ago
Three Labour Ministry officials arrested over alleged bribery at JKIA
AU Chair condemns Guinea-Bissau coup, calls for President Embal's release
Youssouf called for the immediate and unconditional release of President Embaló and all detained officials.
By 16 days ago
AU Chair condemns Guinea-Bissau coup, calls for President Embal's release
KeNHA: Expect traffic snarl-up on Nakuru Highway on Friday
Motorists are urged to consider rescheduling their travel or using alternative routes to avoid delays.
By 17 days ago
KeNHA: Expect traffic snarl-up on Nakuru Highway on Friday
Security assured for tomorrow's by-elections - DP Kindiki
Kindiki said security agencies will safeguard the process and ensure no one obstructs or disrupts voters.
By 17 days ago
Security assured for tomorrow's by-elections - DP Kindiki
It's all systems go for Thursday's by-elections - IEBC
IEBC noted that each polling station will have at least two police officers
By 16 days ago
It's all systems go for Thursday's by-elections - IEBC
Billing anomalies: Kenya Power rolls out new meter reading system
The nationwide rollout follows a six-month pilot programme conducted in Nairobi beginning in March 2025. 
By 19 days ago
Billing anomalies: Kenya Power rolls out new meter reading system
Ruto heads to Luanda for AU EU Summit
During the Summit, Kenya is expected to push for predictable financing for African-led peace operations.
By 19 days ago
Ruto heads to Luanda for AU EU Summit
Gachagua accuses IEBC Vice Chair of interfering in Magarini by-election
DCP claims IEBC Vice Chair travelled to Magarini on November 21 and allegedly intimidated election officials.
By 19 days ago
Gachagua accuses IEBC Vice Chair of interfering in Magarini by-election
Ruto hails launch of Tororo steel plant in Uganda
Ruto stated that the plant would create new opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises.
By 20 days ago
Ruto hails launch of Tororo steel plant in Uganda
Ruto: Strengthening agriculture key to sustainable relief
To enhance planning and service delivery, the government launched a digital farmer registration system in 2022.
By 23 days ago
Ruto: Strengthening agriculture key to sustainable relief
IEBC receives first batch of by-election ballot papers
The initial consignment comprised 10 pallets containing ballot papers and statutory forms.
By 23 days ago
IEBC receives first batch of by-election ballot papers
Chinese manager fired after assault on Kenyan worker
The video shows the man striking an employee with roofing sheets inside what appears to be a warehouse.
By 26 days ago
Chinese manager fired after assault on Kenyan worker
Government websites hit in major cyberattack
The “14:88 Heil Hitler” is a code commonly associated with neo-Nazi ideology.
By 26 days ago
Government websites hit in major cyberattack
Government confirms cyberattack, systems restored
The breach rendered several government platforms inaccessible for several hours.
By 26 days ago
Government confirms cyberattack, systems restored
COTU demands deportation of Chinese manager in assault case
Atwoli noted that the union would not tolerate the mistreatment of Kenyan workers by rogue foreign investors.
By 27 days ago
COTU demands deportation of Chinese manager in assault case
Murkomen creates three Nairobi sub-regions to enhance service delivery
The new subregions are Nairobi North, Nairobi East, and Nairobi West.
By 1 month ago
Murkomen creates three Nairobi sub-regions to enhance service delivery
Isiolo South MP Tubi Bidu Mohamed is dead
Tubi Bidu Mohamed died while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital.
By 1 month ago
Isiolo South MP Tubi Bidu Mohamed is dead
Cabinet approves major reforms in infrastructure, land and diplomacy
The recommendations will be implemented under the supervision of the Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service.
By 1 month ago
Cabinet approves major reforms in infrastructure, land and diplomacy
Section of Ngong Road to be closed Monday night - KURA
Traffic will be diverted between the Nairobi City County Training School and the Kenya Science Campus.
By 1 month ago
Section of Ngong Road to be closed Monday night - KURA
Why U.S. Vice President cancelled his planned visit to Kenya
Trump issued orders barring American officials from attending the upcoming G20 Summit in South Africa.
By 1 month ago
Why U.S. Vice President cancelled his planned visit to Kenya
Museveni: Njagi and Oyoo were plotting unrest in Uganda
The two were brought back through coordination between Kenyan and Ugandan officials.
By 1 month ago
Museveni: Njagi and Oyoo were plotting unrest in Uganda
Government dismisses claims of land grabbing in Menengai Forest
According to KFS, the area cited in the online claims lies outside the gazetted forest land.
By 1 month ago
Government dismisses claims of land grabbing in Menengai Forest
Kindiki: Kenya on track to achieve 100 per cent renewable energy
Kindiki stated that the progress has positioned Kenya among the world’s leading clean energy champions.
By 1 month ago
Kindiki: Kenya on track to achieve 100 per cent renewable energy
IEBC condemns Kasipul political violence ahead of by-election
IEBC warned that candidates or parties found culpable will be disqualified from the November 27 mini-polls.
By 1 month ago
IEBC condemns Kasipul political violence ahead of by-election
Nairobi and Dar es Salaam hold Talks on welfare of Kenyans in Tanzania
Mudavadi noted that there have been reports of rights violations affecting some Kenyans in Tanzania.
By 1 month ago
Nairobi and Dar es Salaam hold Talks on welfare of Kenyans in Tanzania
NCIC dismisses reports of disbandment
NCIC dismissed the claims as incorrect, misleading, and a misrepresentation of facts.
By 1 month ago
NCIC dismisses reports of disbandment
Weatherman warns of possible flooding in Western Kenya
The weatherman stated that sustained rainfall experienced in October has left soils saturated, increasing the risk of flooding.
By 1 month ago
Weatherman warns of possible flooding in Western Kenya
Kenya tightens border security amid unrest in Tanzania
Security has since been reinforced in Namanga, Taveta, Isebania, and Lunga Lunga.
By 1 month ago
Kenya tightens border security amid unrest in Tanzania