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Government moves to tighten noose on illicit alcohol cartels
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has declared illicit alcohol and drug abuse among the three biggest threats to Kenya’s future.
By Mike Kihaki 16 hrs ago
Government moves to tighten noose on illicit alcohol cartels
Ruto arrives in Harare ahead of COMESA summit
President Ruto arrives in Harare, Zimbabwe, for the 25th COMESA Heads of State Summit; to advance regional integration, peace and security, and accelerate implementation of AfCFTA.
By Mike Kihaki 15 hrs ago
Ruto arrives in Harare ahead of COMESA summit
Mama Rachel Ruto hands homes to deadly Chesongoch mudslide victims
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto has urged families affected by the devastating Chesongoch mudslide in Elgeyo Marakwet County to embrace hope.
By Mike Kihaki 15 hrs ago
Mama Rachel Ruto hands homes to deadly Chesongoch mudslide victims
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Parents' holiday headache: Keeping teens safe, busy, fed
Parents face mounting pressure to keep children safe, engaged and supported during the long school holidays amid rising living costs.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Parents' holiday headache: Keeping teens safe, busy, fed
Kenyans brave the cold for 63rd Mashujaa Day fete in Eldoret
Kenyans arrive at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret as early as 5am for the 63rd Mashujaa Day celebrations, security heightened ahead of President Ruto’s expected arrival.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Kenyans brave the cold for 63rd Mashujaa Day fete in Eldoret
Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed graces Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret
Kenyans arrive at Kipchoge Keino Stadium in Eldoret as early as 5am for the 63rd Mashujaa Day celebrations, security heightened ahead of President Ruto’s expected arrival.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed graces Mashujaa Day celebrations in Eldoret
Why the US has raised the travel advisory for Kenya
US issues travel advisory, urges its citizens to reconsider travel to Kenya over health risks amid Ebola cases, terrorism, crime and road safety concerns.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Why the US has raised the travel advisory for Kenya
Handshake in the making? Gachagua hosts Sifuna, Linda Mwananchi team at Wamunyoro
DCP Party leader is currently engaging Linda Mwananchi team led by Senator Edwin Sifuna at Wamunyoro Residence. This is after the former DP jetted back from the USA.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Handshake in the making? Gachagua hosts Sifuna, Linda Mwananchi team at Wamunyoro
Honoring the artists who have shaped Kenya's creative soul
Kenya’s artists through theatre stage, music and dance have preserved heritage, challenged authority, nurtured talent and given communities a voice.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Honoring the artists who have shaped Kenya's creative soul
Young swimmers make waves at Nairobi Level 2 championships
Young swimmers delivered sterling performances across multiple age groups and disciplines as the Nairobi County Swimming Association (NCSA) Level 2 Swimming Championships.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Young swimmers make waves at Nairobi Level 2 championships
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Ogamba warns against cheating as national exams season kicks off
KNEC has introduced tighter security measures, digital monitoring and stricter penalties to curb examination malpractice as 3.63 million Kenyan candidates sit national assessments.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Ogamba warns against cheating as national exams season kicks off
Technical subjects attract learners in new curriculum
As Competency-Based Education takes shape in senior schools, learners are increasingly exploring technical subjects.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Technical subjects attract learners in new curriculum
KCSE 2026 kicks off with oral and practical tests
KCSE exam starts today with candidates sitting French, German, Arabic, Kenya Sign Language oral and Home Science practical papers spread from October 19 to 23.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
KCSE 2026 kicks off with oral and practical tests
Counties to receive Sh425.6 million more in new Bill
President Ruto signs into law County Assembly Services Amendment Bill, 2023, setting fair removal procedures for board members, clerks and protecting seconded staff.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Counties to receive Sh425.6 million more in new Bill
President Ruto, leaders mourn Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani's father, aged 80
Mzee Mohamed Achani, father of Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani, has died aged 80 after developing complications while performing the early morning Fajr prayers.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
President Ruto, leaders mourn Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani's father, aged 80
Nationwide traffic crackdown launched as schools close for holidays
NPS has announced intensified nationwide traffic enforcement and thorough inspections of school transport vehicles as schools close for the end-of-year holidays.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Nationwide traffic crackdown launched as schools close for holidays
Curriculum, digital reforms earn Prof. Gicharu a second term at KICD
President William Ruto has reappointed Prof. Simon Gicharu as the non-executive chairperson of the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) for a second three-year term.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Curriculum, digital reforms earn Prof. Gicharu a second term at KICD
Ruto promises Koitalel Samoei University charter by February
President Ruto says Koitalel Samoei University College will receive a charter by February 2027 and promises additional Sh3.5 billion to expand infrastructure and accommodate more learners.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Ruto promises Koitalel Samoei University charter by February
Ruto vows to build Kitale hospital despite Natembeya opposition
President Ruto warns political leaders against blocking development projects meant to benefit Kenyans, vows to build Kitale Hospital despite Governor Natembeya’s objection.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Ruto vows to build Kitale hospital despite Natembeya opposition
Kenyan athletes sweep Tokyo Half-Marathon
President William Ruto has congratulated Kenyan athletes for their outstanding performance at the 2026 Tokyo Legacy Half-Marathon in Japan
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Kenyan athletes sweep Tokyo Half-Marathon
Kipchoge Keino Stadium races against time for Mashujaa Day
Preparations for the 2026 Mashujaa Day celebrations are gathering momentum in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, with the redevelopment of Kipchoge Keino Stadium.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Kipchoge Keino Stadium races against time for Mashujaa Day
Hospital calls for political goodwill in fight against Cancer
The growing burden of cancer in Meru County has prompted St Theresa Mission Hospital, Kiirua, to call for greater political goodwill.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Hospital calls for political goodwill in fight against Cancer
KNEC: Is all systems go as exams begin
The government has issued a stern warning to candidates and examination officials against engaging in examination malpractice in the 2026 national examinations.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
KNEC: Is all systems go as exams begin
Wamalwa: Opposition to start talks on joint Ruto challenger
Opposition leaders will begin fresh consultations next week to select a joint presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Wamalwa: Opposition to start talks on joint Ruto challenger
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Of chaos, two wheels and two sides: How boda-bodas keep the country moving
For millions, the motorcycle is a lifeline, ferrying passengers, delivering goods, creating jobs and connecting communities beyond the reach of conventional public transport.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Of chaos, two wheels and two sides: How boda-bodas keep the country moving
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Why Kenyans are looking to China for higher education
At a time when thousands of Kenyan students who qualify for university admission do not apply for placement, many are confronting difficult choices about higher education.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Why Kenyans are looking to China for higher education
Ruto, Uhuru skip Raila's first anniversary memorial
President William Ruto and retired President Uhuru Kenyatta skipped the first anniversary memorial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Thursday.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Ruto, Uhuru skip Raila's first anniversary memorial
Speaker Wetang'ula eyes China's Tianjin model for Lamu port
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called for the modernisation of Lamu Port using lessons from China’s Tianjin Port.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Speaker Wetang'ula eyes China's Tianjin model for Lamu port
Mudavadi calls for skills training to rehabilitate prison inmates
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for increased investment in skills development, rehabilitation and employment opportunities for offenders.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Mudavadi calls for skills training to rehabilitate prison inmates
Oburu resurfaces, turns 83 in hospital as questions swirl over his health- Photos
ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga celebrates 83rd birthday at Nairobi Hospital with family, friends and medical staff.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Oburu resurfaces, turns 83 in hospital as questions swirl over his health- Photos
Parents challenged to keeping children occupied during long holidays
As schools close for the long Christmas holidays, parents are being encouraged to find meaningful activities that keep children engaged.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Parents challenged to keeping children occupied during long holidays
Kenya confirms second Ebola case
Kenya confirms second case of Ebola in a man related to the first patient; 108 of 113 contacts traced are in quarantine, Health DG Amoth says.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Kenya confirms second Ebola case
Police arrest suspects recovering 62 phones in Nairobi and Thika crackdown
Police have arrested five suspects and recovered 62 mobile phones in separate operations targeting suspected phone theft and the handling of stolen electronics in Nairobi and Thika.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Police arrest suspects recovering 62 phones in Nairobi and Thika crackdown
Kindiki: Government has exceeded development targets
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has defended the Kenya Kwanza administration’s development record, declaring that the government has exceeded expectations in key sectors.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Kindiki: Government has exceeded development targets
Mudavadi: Kenya's diplomacy key to tackling regional insecurity
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to regional peace and security, warning that escalating conflicts.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Mudavadi: Kenya's diplomacy key to tackling regional insecurity
MPs question fate of annual NYS graduates
Members of Parliament have questioned the fate of approximately 18,000 young Kenyans who graduate from the National Youth Service (NYS) annually.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
MPs question fate of annual NYS graduates
MPs pass Bill requiring workplace breastfeeding facilities
The National Assembly has passed the Breastfeeding Mothers Bill, 2024, paving the way for stronger legal protection for breastfeeding mothers.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
MPs pass Bill requiring workplace breastfeeding facilities
Ida Odinga leads candlelight tribute to Raila's anniversary
Ida Odinga has led family members, friends and supporters in a candlelighting ceremony at Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Ida Odinga leads candlelight tribute to Raila's anniversary
No political rhetoric at Raila's first memorial
ODM Vice Chair Otiende Amollo warns politicians against ferrying supporters to Bondo to control Raila Odinga’s first death anniversary, urges peace and respect.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
No political rhetoric at Raila's first memorial
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The Irony: Government splashes billions for politics, zero for university education
University lecturers' strike exposes the Government’s failure to secure a lasting salary deal, leaving students stranded despite billions of shillings committed to other sectors.
By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago
The Irony: Government splashes billions for politics, zero for university education