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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 12 hrs 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 1 day 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 3 days ago
The Irony: Government splashes billions for politics, zero for university education
John Methu: Ndindi Nyoro is a 'Mole' in opposition
Nyandarua Senator John Methu has raised questions about Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro’s political loyalties in opposition.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
John Methu: Ndindi Nyoro is a 'Mole' in opposition
Mudavadi says Kenya's GDP growth hits 5.3pc
Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi says Kenya’s GDP grew by 5.3 percent in first quarter of 2026, up from 4 percent during the corresponding period in 2025.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Mudavadi says Kenya's GDP growth hits 5.3pc
No deal, no classes as lecturers reject government offer
Lecturers’ strike talks collapses for second time in a week; UASU says learning remains paralysed, blaming government for failing to offer credible deal.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
No deal, no classes as lecturers reject government offer
Mudavadi: Learners with special needs deserves equal opportunities
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting inclusive education and ensuring learners with special needs have equal opportunities to learn.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Mudavadi: Learners with special needs deserves equal opportunities
Leaders rally for better learning environment
Leaders have called for urgent investment in safer, cleaner and better-equipped schools, warning that quality education depends not only on classroom instruction but also on adequate sanitation.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Leaders rally for better learning environment
Ruto blames slow developments on opposition leaders
Sugarcane farmers to get Sh1.2 billion in bonuses with payments set to begin next month, President Ruto says, citing relief and boost to farmers income.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Ruto blames slow developments on opposition leaders
Amos Kipruto claim Chicago Marathon crown
Kenya's Amos Kipruto wins Chicago Marathon in 2:01:09, joint fifth-fastest ever; Ethiopia's Hawi Feysa defends women's title in 2:13:33.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Amos Kipruto claim Chicago Marathon crown
Former Cabinet minister Burudi Nabwera is dead
Nabwera was among the pioneers of Kenya’s diplomatic service, serving as the country’s first permanent representative to the United Nations,
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Former Cabinet minister Burudi Nabwera is dead
More protest claims worth Sh83.65m processed
Protest victims’ compensation panel says 259 more claims worth Sh83.6m processed, chairperson Makau Mutua urges victims yet to come forward to do so.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
More protest claims worth Sh83.65m processed
Starlets unleash 11-goal in Olympic qualifier
Harambee Starlets thrash Seychelles 11-0 in 2028 Olympic qualifiers first leg; two sides meet again Monday at Ulinzi Sports Complex
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Starlets unleash 11-goal in Olympic qualifier
Ruto targets sugar exporter status by 2029
President William Ruto has said Kenya could become a net exporter of sugar by 2029.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Ruto targets sugar exporter status by 2029
Ruto sets three-year target to end shoe imports
President William Ruto has set a two-to-three-year target for Kenya to stop importing shoes as the government pushes for greater use of locally produced leather.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Ruto sets three-year target to end shoe imports
Ruto warns of smuggling of Kenyan hides to other countries
President William Ruto has raised concern over the smuggling of Kenyan hides to West Africa.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Ruto warns of smuggling of Kenyan hides to other countries
Ruto says digital farmer register shut fertiliser cartels
President William Ruto has credited the government’s digital farmer registration platform with closing loopholes that allowed cartels to interfere with the distribution of subsidised fertiliser.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Ruto says digital farmer register shut fertiliser cartels
Zimbabwe bids farewell to billionaire Wicknell Chivayo and wife
The flamboyance Zimbabwean businessman and philanthropist Wicknell Chivayo followed him to his final farewell on Thursday at Sahwira Glen Forest Memorial Park in Harare.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Zimbabwe bids farewell to billionaire Wicknell Chivayo and wife
Kenya Met announces onset of rainfall warning of strong winds
Heavy rainfall expected in parts of the country including Kisumu, Kericho, Turkana and Mombasa counties, weatherman urges residents to stay alert.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Kenya Met announces onset of rainfall warning of strong winds
Ruto warns sugar cartels
President William Ruto has threatened to take action against individuals he accused of frustrating the reconstitution of the Kenya Sugar Board.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Ruto warns sugar cartels
Safari Rally secures place on 2027 WRC calendar
Kenya’s iconic Safari Rally will roar back into the World Rally Championship in 2027 after the FIA World Motor Sport Council approved a landmark 15-round calendar.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Safari Rally secures place on 2027 WRC calendar
Kindiki urges farmers to embrace technology to push for smart agriculture
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has challenged Kenyan farmers to embrace technology, research and innovation as the country seeks to transform agriculture into a more productive
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Kindiki urges farmers to embrace technology to push for smart agriculture
Oburu: Put youth unemployment at the heart of development agenda
ODM leader Oburu Oginga has called on leaders to place youth unemployment at the heart of Kenya’s development and democratic debate
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Oburu: Put youth unemployment at the heart of development agenda
Govt intensifies war on illicit alcohol and drug cartels
Licenses for 8 out of 36 suspended alcohol firms have been cancelled as govt intensifies war on illicit alcohol and drugs; DP Kithure Kindiki says 26 face fresh inspection.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Govt intensifies war on illicit alcohol and drug cartels
Govt steps up safety against cybersecurity and data privacy
The Government is stepping up efforts to protect Kenyans from online gender-based violence, cybercrime and misuse of personal information, Cabinet Secretary for Information.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Govt steps up safety against cybersecurity and data privacy
Uhuru, Sahle- lead talks pushes for peace in Eastern DRC
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewde lead AU consultations in Goma engaging AFC/M23 leaders to support peace in eastern DRC
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Uhuru, Sahle- lead talks pushes for peace in Eastern DRC
Kalonzo: No vacuum in Ukombozi Alliance after Uhuru's exit
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has dismissed suggestions that former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s resignation from the leadership of the Azimio La Umoja coalition.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Kalonzo: No vacuum in Ukombozi Alliance after Uhuru's exit
National Assembly approves Fatuma Ibrahim Ali as PSC Commissioner
National Assembly approves appointment of former Wajir Woman Rep Fatuma Ibrahim Ali as female non-Member Commissioner of Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC).
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
National Assembly approves Fatuma Ibrahim Ali as PSC Commissioner
Ogamba unpacks government measures to tackle teenage pregnancies
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba has defended the government’s interventions to address challenges facing Kenya’s education sector.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Ogamba unpacks government measures to tackle teenage pregnancies
Zimbabwe mourns Wicknell Chivayo and spouse
Thousands of Zimbabweans gathered in Harare’s central business district to pay tribute to businessman and philanthropist Wicknell Chivayo.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Zimbabwe mourns Wicknell Chivayo and spouse
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Ruto's pledges teacher promotions amid funding and reform questions
President William Ruto has unveiled a fresh package of promises to teachers, expanding promotion slots, pledging more funding for career progression and better welfare.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Ruto's pledges teacher promotions amid funding and reform questions
List: 109 criminal gangs on government's radar
Government identifies at least 109 criminal gangs across the country as crackdown intensifies, Internal Security PS Omollo warns financiers and gang leaders will face the law.
By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago
List: 109 criminal gangs on government's radar
Ngetich, Sawe nominated for 2026 World Athlete Year honours
Kenya’s Sebastian Sawe and Agnes Ngetich nominated for 2026 World Athlete of the Year awards; they both smashed world records in London and Copenhagen, respectively.
By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago
Ngetich, Sawe nominated for 2026 World Athlete Year honours
Ruto assents to two tax laws at Eldoret State lodge
National
By Fred Kagonye
11 mins ago
Gioto kids: A childhood buried in garbage, rescued by education
Environment & Climate
By Joseph Kipsang
28 mins ago
From booze to sex and Sh50,000 deadly fight: Inside Starlet Wahu's last night
Crime and Justice
By Nancy Gitonga
58 mins ago
Inside conflicting accounts of Raila Odinga's death
National
By Prestone Murunga
58 mins ago
Coffin Dance...
Cartoons
By Gammz
1 hr ago
Fuel prices may go higher as subsidies fund depleted
Business
By Macharia Kamau
2 hrs ago