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Gachagua allegedly abducted after church service disrupted in Nyeri
Malala claimed unidentified men forcibly seized Gachagua during the commotion and took him to an undisclosed location.
By 1 day ago
Gachagua allegedly abducted after church service disrupted in Nyeri
Junet: Entrenched interests denied Raila presidency
According to Junet, calls to open electoral servers after disputed polls reflected long-standing concerns that the system was never aligned in Raila’s favour.
By 4 days ago
Junet: Entrenched interests denied Raila presidency
Ruto's lawyer, IPOA boss among 15 nominees for Court of Appeal Judges
JSC will now forward the list of successful candidates to President William Ruto for formal appointment.
By 4 days ago
Ruto's lawyer, IPOA boss among 15 nominees for Court of Appeal Judges
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Ndii rubbishes court ruling declaring presidential advisors illegal
The court found that the appointments were conducted in secrecy and lacked transparency.
By 4 days ago
Ndii rubbishes court ruling declaring presidential advisors illegal
Wetang'ula urges Germany to champion humane migration
Wetangula condemned what he termed as inhumane treatment of immigrants in the US and atrocities in Palestine,
By 5 days ago
Wetang'ula urges Germany to champion humane migration
Ababu Namwamba appointed Kenya's High Commissioner to Uganda
Former Kisii County Deputy Governor Joash Maangi has been posted to Brussels as Ambassador to Belgium and the EU.
By 5 days ago
Ababu Namwamba appointed Kenya's High Commissioner to Uganda
Nedbank seeks controlling stake in NCBA Group
Nedbank has operations across the region and offices in London, Dubai, the Isle of Man, and Jersey.
By 5 days ago
Nedbank seeks controlling stake in NCBA Group
Two suspected robbers killed after mob justice in Ngara, Nairobi
Officers from Parklands Police Station intervened and rescued the four, who were in critical condition.
By 7 days ago
Two suspected robbers killed after mob justice in Ngara, Nairobi
PS Omollo: Drug abuse crisis affecting one in six Kenyans
The PS noted that the crisis is no longer distant, but personal to many Kenyans.
By 7 days ago
PS Omollo: Drug abuse crisis affecting one in six Kenyans
Uganda suspends KTN hours before General Election
MultiChoice said it had been instructed to suspend the channel pending further communication from the UCC.
By 12 days ago
Uganda suspends KTN hours before General Election
UDA tasks Ruto to open ODM coalition talks ahead of 2027 polls
The committee further ordered the organisation of ward-level party elections nationwide within 30 days after the repeat polls.
By 12 days ago
UDA tasks Ruto to open ODM coalition talks ahead of 2027 polls
Mother, two children die in suspected murder-suicide in Nyamira
Police recovered a colourless 300ml bottle branded “Club Passion,” suspected to have contained the poison.
By 11 days ago
Mother, two children die in suspected murder-suicide in Nyamira
'Hot air': Millie Odhiambo dismisses Owalo's presidential bid
Millie termed the move as politically unrealistic without the backing of a major party.
By 14 days ago
'Hot air': Millie Odhiambo dismisses Owalo's presidential bid
IShowSpeed: From YouTube to Nairobi streets
IShowSpeed has more than 48 million subscribers on YouTube
By 14 days ago
IShowSpeed: From YouTube to Nairobi streets
Raila's aide Maurice Ogeta appointed Mombasa security adviser
Abdulswamad said the appointment was informed by Ogeta’s many years of service and experience,
By 18 days ago
Raila's aide Maurice Ogeta appointed Mombasa security adviser
HELB releases Sh1.56bn in second-semester upkeep funds
TVET institutions have received Sh4.33 billion, supporting 150,212 students.
By 18 days ago
HELB releases Sh1.56bn in second-semester upkeep funds
US issues a do not travel advisory to Somalia, South Sudan and Mali
The current list of Level 4 nations, totaling 21, encompasses countries across Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and beyond. 
By 18 days ago
US issues a do not travel advisory to Somalia, South Sudan and Mali
Police order crackdown after 31 die in road crashes
NPS termed the recent trend a national crisis that demands urgent action.
By 19 days ago
Police order crackdown after 31 die in road crashes
DCI rules out foul play in Jirongo's death
DCI says no evidence so far suggesting foul play.
By 20 days ago
DCI rules out foul play in Jirongo's death
Migori man injured in forced circumcision attack
The victim was at his home in Bogesi village when three brothers attacked him.
By 21 days ago
Migori man injured in forced circumcision attack
Playing with fire: Danger of fireworks during celebrations
As the world ushered in 2026, Kenyans gathered in towns and neighbourhoods to celebrate the new year, lighting up the skies with dazzling fireworks at the stroke of midnight.
By 24 days ago
Playing with fire: Danger of fireworks during celebrations
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Owner of collapsed South C building identified
Yussuf is the sole director of Abyaan Consulting Limited, the firm that was both the developer and contractor of the project. 
By 24 days ago
Owner of collapsed South C building identified
At a glance: Leaders' New Year wishes as Kenya welcomes 2026
Various leaders have called for unity, peace, and renewed commitment to development.
By 25 days ago
At a glance: Leaders' New Year wishes as Kenya welcomes 2026
Prime suspect in Ang'ata Barrikoi killing arrested
Sakuyiai was arrested in Lolgorian on December 31, 2025, by detectives following forensic leads.
By 25 days ago
Prime suspect in Ang'ata Barrikoi killing arrested
Nyoro accuses government of plot to raise 2026 school fees
According to Nyoro, the move would overburden parents who are already struggling
By 26 days ago
Nyoro accuses government of plot to raise 2026 school fees
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Troubling skies: Inside the surge in aircraft crashes
More than 15 aircraft have crashed across the country since the start of 2025.
By 26 days ago
Troubling skies: Inside the surge in aircraft crashes
Former Shinyalu MP Daniel Khamasi dies at 79
Khamasi was first elected to Parliament in 1997 on a Ford–Kenya party ticket.
By 27 days ago
Former Shinyalu MP Daniel Khamasi dies at 79
Over 211,000 learners approved in Grade 10 placement review
Education Ministry revises senior school placement review period to January 6-9, 2026; 355,457 review applications received so far, with over 211,000 approved.
By 27 days ago
Over 211,000 learners approved in Grade 10 placement review
Sifuna reignites push for Luhya presidency in 2027
The Nairobi Senator also dismissed calls for his removal as ODM's Secretary-General over alleged sabotage of the broad-based government.
By 27 days ago
Sifuna reignites push for Luhya presidency in 2027
KeNHA warns of traffic congestion on Nairobi - Nakuru highway
KeNHA also confirmed that traffic has since been successfully restored along the Salgaa–Kibunja section.
By 1 month ago
KeNHA warns of traffic congestion on Nairobi - Nakuru highway
Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim dies after long illness
Ibrahim became the first Kenyan Somali to be admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
By 1 month ago
Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim dies after long illness
Captain George Kamal takes charge at KQ as Allan Kilavuka disembarks
Kilavuka will proceed on terminal leave ahead of the expiry of his contractual tenure.
By 1 month ago
Captain George Kamal takes charge at KQ as Allan Kilavuka disembarks
Nairobi County approves two menstrual off days for women employees
The initiative recognises menstrual health as a critical workplace wellness issue.
By 1 month ago
Nairobi County approves two menstrual off days for women employees
28 injured as Easy Coach bus rams trailer in Salgaa
The bus was travelling from Nairobi to Kisumu at the time of the accident.
By 1 month ago
28 injured as Easy Coach bus rams trailer in Salgaa
Ruto honours tree-hugging activist with state award
Truphena has also been appointed the Ambassador of the 15b tree planting campaign.
By 1 month ago
Ruto honours tree-hugging activist with state award
Faces of top performers KJSEA
According to the Kenya National Examinations Council, the top performers scored 90 marks and above across all examinable subjects.
By 1 month ago
Faces of top performers KJSEA
JSC appoints 100 new magistrates to boost justice delivery
The appointments raise the total number of magistrates to 660, serving in 143 Magistrates’ Courts.
By 1 month ago
JSC appoints 100 new magistrates to boost justice delivery
Jamhuri Day: Roads where traffic will be disrupted
Drivers using Lang’ata Road will be diverted through the Madaraka Roundabout toward Lusaka Road. 
By 1 month ago
Jamhuri Day: Roads where traffic will be disrupted
Gachagua casts doubt on Sh208B health deal
Gachagua questioned the credibility of the agreement, arguing that it lacked public participation.
By 1 month ago
Gachagua casts doubt on Sh208B health deal
LSK announces vacancies for top leadership positions
Qualified members have been invited to submit nomination papers for the 2026 - 2028 term i
By 1 month ago
LSK announces vacancies for top leadership positions