Ruto: Kenyans are tired of political rhetoric, want development

President William Ruto has challenged Opposition leaders seeking to unseat him in the 2027 General Election to present clear development plans and explain how they intend to transform the country.

By Mike Kihaki 5 hrs ago

Gachagua dismisses opposition divisions as 'polygamous family' rivalry

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed claims of divisions within the Opposition.

By Mike Kihaki 5 hrs ago

Dry taps in Nairobi for two days from Monday

Nairobi Water Company warns of supply interruption in Westlands, Parklands, Kilimani, Lavington, Kibera and other areas from Nov 9 to Nov 10, urges residents to store enough water.

By Mike Kihaki 4 hrs ago

KNEC faces Sh7.2 billion funding shortfall

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) struggling to meet the enormous demands of administering this year's national examinations amid a Sh7.2 billion funding shortfall.

By Mike Kihaki 4 hrs ago

Government takes development audit to Kenyans' doorsteps

The Government has stepped up efforts to strengthen accountability, improve service delivery and bridge the information gap between public investments and citizens.

By Mike Kihaki 22 hrs ago

KNEC begins marking KJSEA scripts

The Kenya National Examinations Council has begun processing and marking the 2026 Kenya Junior School Education Assessment.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

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Eddy Oketch: Live poll results key to building public trust

We must establish how polling station livestreaming will work, how information will be authenticated, how results will be preserved and how discrepancies will be resolved

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

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How smartphone deals are leaving Kenyans in costly debts

Kenya’s expanding digital economy has created an enormous appetite for smartphones as young people seek devices that allow them to connect globally.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Bayern-Ajax clash tickets on sale at Sh2,500

Ticket for FC Bayern Munich and AFC Ajax match on January 5, 2027 at Raila Odinga International Stadium on sale for Sh2,500.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

MPs raise concerns over safety of buildings in the country

Growing concerns over building safety in Nairobi have triggered fresh parliamentary scrutiny, raising questions about regulatory enforcement and the safety of buildings.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Kindiki: Commonwealth must deliver jobs, trade and debt relief

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called for a renewed focus on debt relief, trade, youth empowerment and climate financing.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

We will not blink on exam rules, Ogamba warns

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has issued a stern warning to students, teachers and examination officials involved in examination malpractice.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Winners and losers as political defections shake UDA, ODM and Jubilee

Kenya’s political landscape is undergoing a fresh realignment as a wave of defections sweeps through established political parties.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

State approves Sh96.95 M compensation for 157 protest victims

Victims of human rights violations during demonstrations and public protests, have until November 14, 2026, to submit claims for compensation.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

KNEC tightens noose on exam cartels

Education CS Ogamba warns against exam malpractice, says administrators will be held accountable for facilitating any form of cheating.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Oburu urges political leaders to rise above partisan politics

ODM Party Leader Oburu Oginga has called on political leaders to rise above partisan differences and embrace dialogue.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Reuben Ndolo: I will be peace ambassador

Former Makadara MP Reuben Ndolo has pledged to champion peace, national unity and political tolerance after being grilled by the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC).

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

IEBC warns UDA SG Hassan Omar over remarks on deceased voters

IEBC warns UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar over breach of the Electoral Code of Conduct, says repeat offence will attract tough sanctions.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

School heads back KCSE candidates as 8-4-4 era goes home stretch

School heads have expressed optimism about improved performance in the ongoing Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Wajir residents call for more investment to transform livelihoods

Residents of Wajir County have called for increased government investment to accelerate socio-economic transformation.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Women challenged to seize available job opportunities

Women working at the Kilifi County Aggregation and Industrial Park (CAIP) have been urged to embrace employment opportunities created by the project.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Kindiki woos global investors to Kenya's Sh3.5 Trillion Infrastructure Fund

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged international investors to channel private capital into Kenya’s newly established National Infrastructure Fund (NIF).

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

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Record KCSE candidature pushes examiner into uncharted territory

KNEC is facing mounting financial, logistical and security challenges as a record 1,048,355 candidates sit the 2026 KCSE examinations amid a Sh7.2 billion funding shortfall.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Former Attorney General Paul Kihara is dead

Former Attorney General Paul Kihara dies aged 72; CJ Koome eulogises him as a distinguished jurist and judicial reformer who strengthened institutional foundations of the courts.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Acting TSC boss Mitei among five shortlisted for top job

Acting Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Chief Executive Officer Evaleen Mitei is among five candidates shortlisted for the position of substantive Commission Secretary and CEO.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

KNEC administer second last KCSE exam

Over 1.04 million 2026 KCSE candidates begin written examinations, Education CS Julius Ogamba pledges tight security and credible exercise.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

Students face compressed semester as learning resumes in Public Universities

Thousands of students in public universities return to lecture halls on Monday, November 2, 2026, following the end of a four-week nationwide lecturers’ strike.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

Government intensifies crackdown on national examinations fraudsters

he government has put examination fraudsters on notice, tightening surveillance and security around national examinations as more than 1.1 million candidates sit KCSE.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Former education PS Julius Jwan makes political comeback

Former PS Basic Education Dr Julius Ouma Jwan has returned to the public limelight after being appointed SG of the Movement for Democracy and Growth (MDG) party.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Gachagua dismisses Uhuru reconciliation calls, says 'we are one team'

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed calls for mediation between him and former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Kalonzo rejects efforts to lure him to government

Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) leader Kalonzo Musyoka has dismissed reports of efforts by government officials to woo him into joining President William Ruto's administration.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

KICD's rising star in governance and curriculum reforms

The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) is increasingly distinguishing itself as one of Kenya’s leading public institutions.

By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago

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Why Ruto is facing tough battle in picking runningmate

Rigathi Gachagua urges opposition leaders seeking to unseat President Ruto to hit the ground and convince voters, saying Kenyans cannot vote for leaders they have neither seen nor heard.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

Kenya seeks review of EALA pay directive

Kenya has called on the East African Community (EAC) Bureau of Speakers to return a directive requiring national parliaments to pay members of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA).

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

MPs give UoN two weeks to explain billions in arrears

The University of Nairobi management has been given two weeks to provide documentary evidence explaining billions of shillings in unpaid pension contributions and statutory deductions.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

Musonye to lead AFCON 2027 preparations

Sports CS Salim Mvurya unveils AFCON PAMOJA 2027 LOC Standing Committee to coordinate Kenya’s preparations for tournament.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

PS Imbunya calls for strengthening safeguards for public funds

Principal Secretary for Public Service Prof. Jane Imbunya has called for accurate payroll records, transparency and accountability in public service management.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

Oburu warns politicians against meddling in ODM-UDA negotiations

ODM leader Oburu Oginga says the party will independently negotiate with UDA, demands full implementation of 10-point agenda.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

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Sh.1.16 billion required to feed 50,000 fleeing Ethiopia violence into Kenya

Atleast 50,000 people have fled Ethiopia’s violence into Kenya since October 22, UNHCR says seeking Sh1.16 billion for lifesaving aid in Moyale.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago

New regional virtual centre to expand access to TVET skills

Kenya’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) sector has received a major boost following the launch of the African Regional Centre for Open TVET (ARCOT) in Nairobi.

By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago