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Flying Baba home: KQ crew behind Raila's final journey
Kenya Airways, in a heartfelt statement, paid tribute to Odinga’s enduring legacy and the crew’s professionalism.
By 3 days ago
Flying Baba home: KQ crew behind Raila's final journey
Former U.S. Ambassador pays tribute to Raila
Ranneberger also reflected on Odinga’s personal sacrifices.
By 4 days ago
Former U.S. Ambassador pays tribute to Raila
Senate to hold special sitting to honour Raila
The Senate will hold a special sitting on Thursday, October 16, 2025, to pay tribute to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
By 4 days ago
Senate to hold special sitting to honour Raila
Raila Odinga to be buried on Sunday in Bondo
Ruto is expected to lead government officials and family members in receiving the body at the airport before it is escorted to Lee Funeral Home.
By 4 days ago
Raila Odinga to be buried on Sunday in Bondo
Senior Counsel Bar mourns Raila as a champion of justice and democracy
The Bar hailed Odinga as a visionary leader who dedicated his life to justice, democracy, and the rule of law.
By 4 days ago
Senior Counsel Bar mourns Raila as a champion of justice and democracy
Fuel prices unchanged for next 30 days
EPRA says the pricing regulations aim to ensure that importation costs are recovered while protecting consumers from high fuel prices.
By 5 days ago
Fuel prices unchanged for next 30 days
UDA summons Senator Khalwale over alleged party disloyalty
Khalwale has been summoned over his support for a rival candidate in the Malava by-election.
By 5 days ago
UDA summons Senator Khalwale over alleged party disloyalty
Speaker summons Education CS over delayed school funds
The MPs demanded accountability for unfulfilled promises and delays in releasing essential funds.
By 5 days ago
Speaker summons Education CS over delayed school funds
Boniface Mwangi claims bullet was planted in his luggage
Mwangi said, moments before boarding, airport staff took his bag and issued him a luggage slip.
By 7 days ago
Boniface Mwangi claims bullet was planted in his luggage
Ruto pledges inclusive leadership as COMESA chairperson
Ruto urged African nations to transform COMESA into a digital, dynamic, and inclusive regional bloc.
By 10 days ago
Ruto pledges inclusive leadership as COMESA chairperson
KUCCPS begins preparations for 2025 student placement
KUCCPS says the declaration window will remain open from October 6 to October 31, 2025.
By 11 days ago
KUCCPS begins preparations for 2025 student placement
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Revealed: Raila set to return home after days of absence
During his trip to India, Raila was accompanied by his Personal Assistant and daughter Winnie Odinga.
By 11 days ago
Revealed: Raila set to return home after days of absence
Kindiki accuses past regime of marginalising northern Kenya
Kindiki also raised concerns over high child mortality rates in the northern region.
By 13 days ago
Kindiki accuses past regime of marginalising northern Kenya
Police intercept cannabis on a Lamu-bound bus
discovered two bulky bales of cannabis sativa hidden among bundles of second-hand clothes.
By 14 days ago
Police intercept cannabis on a Lamu-bound bus
Wiper dismisses ODM claims on Raila's health
Wiper says ODM's allegations are a diversion from cracks within the ruling broad-based government.
By 14 days ago
Wiper dismisses ODM claims on Raila's health
Ruto urges youth to register as voters ahead of 2027 polls
Ruto cautioned leaders already engaging in early campaigns.
By 14 days ago
Ruto urges youth to register as voters ahead of 2027 polls
KANU endorses Gideon Moi for Baringo senatorial by-election
Moi pledged to run a people-driven campaign anchored on inclusivity, accountability, and service delivery.
By 17 days ago
KANU endorses Gideon Moi for Baringo senatorial by-election
Murkomen urges Judiciary to lift order on police recruitment
Murkomen argued that the recruitment was a matter of national urgency.
By 17 days ago
Murkomen urges Judiciary to lift order on police recruitment
Duale unveils Sh5.4b bailout and anti-fraud drive for Taifa Care rollout
Quarterly progress meetings will be held between the Ministry, SHA, and private healthcare representatives
By 17 days ago
Duale unveils Sh5.4b bailout and anti-fraud drive for Taifa Care rollout
Another Kenyan rescued after being recruited into Russian military
Sing’Oei has cautioned Kenyans to always verify the authenticity of foreign employment contracts,
By 18 days ago
Another Kenyan rescued after being recruited into Russian military
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Denis Kasyoki: The Mbooni philanthropist killed in a road accident
Witnesses said Kasyoki had overtaken the trailer and cut in abruptly, sparking a rear-end collision. The trailer driver applied emergency brakes, but the container toppled and landed on his vehicle.
By 18 days ago
Denis Kasyoki: The Mbooni philanthropist killed in a road accident
SHA whistleblower has not been fired, Authority says
SHA stated that it exercises due diligence to ensure transparency, emphasizing that only candidates who formally apply will be considered.
By 18 days ago
SHA whistleblower has not been fired, Authority says
Expect sunny, dry conditions across most areas - weatherman
North-eastern and South-eastern lowlands are forecast to remain largely dry,
By 19 days ago
Expect sunny, dry conditions across most areas - weatherman
Governors decry e-procurement crisis as Kindiki calls for aligned priorities
CoG says governors cannot pay staff after their budgets were wrongly mapped in the system.
By 20 days ago
Governors decry e-procurement crisis as Kindiki calls for aligned priorities
Explainer: How to register as a voter in Kenya
The Constitution also guarantees Kenyans abroad the right to vote. 
By 20 days ago
Explainer: How to register as a voter in Kenya
Russian embassy denies deportation of citizen linked to Kenya probe
The embassy says the businessman was scheduled to depart Kenya on the reported date.
By 21 days ago
Russian embassy denies deportation of citizen linked to Kenya probe
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Inside the Sh9m Mercedes-Benz GLE 350d Omanga gifted son
Locally, 2015 models start from around Sh4.3 million, while 2016-2017 units range between Sh8.2 million and Sh9.7 million.
By 22 days ago
Inside the Sh9m Mercedes-Benz GLE 350d Omanga gifted son
Unknown key figures behind Russia trafficking syndicate, DCI reveals
Victims reportedly pay between Sh1.65 million and Sh2.31 million for visas, travel, and accommodation.
By 24 days ago
Unknown key figures behind Russia trafficking syndicate, DCI reveals
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Shame of Ruto's delegation snacking through UN address
Someday in 2022, many giggled when President William Ruto indicated at a Kenya Kwanza parliamentary group meeting that leaders needed lessons on etiquette.
By 24 days ago
Shame of Ruto's delegation snacking through UN address
Second teen arrested over desecration of Kenyan flag
Both suspects have since been processed as police continue investigations.
By 24 days ago
Second teen arrested over desecration of Kenyan flag
Wetang'ula urges striking university staff to resume work
The strike has disrupted lectures, examinations, and research across 39 public universities.
By 25 days ago
Wetang'ula urges striking university staff to resume work
MPs push for urgent extension of AGOA to safeguard Kenya's trade gains
The preferential trade agreement grants eligible Sub-Saharan African countries duty-free access to the U.S. market. 
By 25 days ago
MPs push for urgent extension of AGOA to safeguard Kenya's trade gains
Doctors reject new music copyright regulations for hospitals
“Equating hospitals with clubs or hotels is unreasonable and inappropriate,” KMA stated.
By 26 days ago
Doctors reject new music copyright regulations for hospitals
LSK takes up case of man who died in a Mombasa police cell
A post-mortem examination revealed neck fractures, oxygen deprivation, and other injuries, including a broken hand.
By 27 days ago
LSK takes up case of man who died in a Mombasa police cell
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Why Kenyans deserve more than Ruto's photos in New York
With a lean delegation and just a handful of bodyguards, Ruto crossed zebra crossings like any other pedestrian.
By 27 days ago
Why Kenyans deserve more than Ruto's photos in New York
Ruto to push Africa's agenda on finance, climate and peace at UNGA
President Ruto heads to New York for UNGA 80 to push Africa’s voice on finance, climate, and peace, urging UN reforms and fair development funding for poor nations
By 28 days ago
Ruto to push Africa's agenda on finance, climate and peace at UNGA
117 magistrates promoted as JSC aims to improve access to justice
Among those promoted, nine magistrates rose to the rank of Chief Magistrate.
By 1 month ago
117 magistrates promoted as JSC aims to improve access to justice
University staff urged to end strike after receiving Sh2.7b dues
The CS urged the unions to comply with the court order and resume duties.
By 1 month ago
University staff urged to end strike after receiving Sh2.7b dues
Government releases Sh3.5b to clear doctors' salary arrears
The first instalment was paid in December 2024.
By 1 month ago
Government releases Sh3.5b to clear doctors' salary arrears
Wetang'ula: Africa ready for take-off if Africans take the pilot seat
The forum marked the 11th UNESCO African Week and the 9th Africa Engineering Conference.
By 1 month ago
Wetang'ula: Africa ready for take-off if Africans take the pilot seat
Ruto: Raila dreamed of a first-world Kenya
National
By Mate Tongola
6 hrs ago
Political orphan? Not me, MP Junet rejects label
Politics
By David Njaaga
6 hrs ago
Ruto: ODM will form or be in the next Government
Politics
By Isaiah Gwengi
7 hrs ago