Ruto orders crackdown on foreign hawkers

President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreign nationals engaged in hawking and other small-scale trading activities in Kenya.

By Mike Kihaki 7 hrs ago

Govt cuts consolidated cargo benchmark to Sh2m in deal with traders

Govt cuts general consolidated cargo benchmark from Sh2.5m to Sh2m, KRA to vet consolidators; rail cargo fees drops from Sh58,000 to Sh10,000.

By Mike Kihaki 7 hrs ago

TVET enrolment surges as Kenyan youth turn to technical skills

Education sector is witnessing a major shift with increasing numbers of young people turn to Technical and Vocational Education and Training in search of practical skills

By Mike Kihaki 6 hrs ago

Below-average rains in September forecast as temperatures rise

Kenya experiences a dry season in September as rains shift to October, Kenya Meteorological Service warns of below-average rainfall in several food-producing counties.

By Mike Kihaki 5 hrs ago

Kenya's athletics legends nominated for 2026 National Heroes honours

12 Kenyan athletes and sports personalities have been proposed for recognition as National Heroes this year.

By Mike Kihaki 4 hrs ago

Kenya Airways counts over Sh900m losses after three-day aviation disruption

KQ has restored normal operations after a disruption that affected 63 flights and caused losses of over Sh900m, says Kiprono Kittony chair Board.

By Mike Kihaki 3 hrs ago

Kenya moves to unlock billions from Blue Economy

Kenya is stepping up efforts to unlock the economic potential of its water resources as the Government seeks to position the country as a leading maritime hub in Africa.

By Mike Kihaki 3 hrs ago

TSC advertises 1,631 teachers promotion vacancies

Teachers get another chance to apply after TSC re-advertises 1,631 promotional vacancies for deputy principals, senior masters and deputy headteachers.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Oburu Oginga breaks silence on hospital admission

ODM leader Oburu Oginga dismisses claims he is seriously ill, says he is okay after brief visit to the hospital.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Hospitals get one more month on SHA digital compliance rules

SHA extends HMIS compliance deadline by one month to September 30, 2026, giving healthcare providers more time to complete system configuration and compliance.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Ruto departs for Zambia to attend Hichilema's inauguration

President Ruto heads to Lusaka, Zambia to attend President Hakainde Hichilema's swearing -in.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Why Ruto should reconsider his 2027 re-election bid

Political analyst Barrack Muluka has challenged President William Ruto to reconsider seeking re-election, citing alleged human rights violations, police killings and political violence.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

Ruto calls for unity, peaceful politics and economic transformation in Africa

President Ruto heads to Lusaka, Zambia to attend President Hakainde Hichilema's swearing -in.

By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago

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Uncertain as schools confront a low enrollment crisis

Nearly 30 per cent of public secondary schools have fewer than 150 learners, exposing a deeper crisis of poverty, school dropouts, demographic change and flawed planning.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

GSU officer arrested for allegedly shooting woman in Eldoret

Nathan Kirwa, GSU officer linked to shoot dead 45-year-old woman in Naiberi, Uasin Gishu County arrested, police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani confirms.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Detectives probe Mandera shooting and Homa Bay hotel raid

Detectives in Mandera are investigating the killing of Mohamud Mohamed Ali, also known as Maalin Guliye, who was shot by unknown attackers at about 5.10am on Saturday.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

UHC workers set for permanent jobs as counties agree to absorb them

Universal Health Coverage staff to be moved from contractual to permanent and pensionable terms, counties agree to absorb them into their workforce.

By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago

Murkomen tells Opposition to leave IEBC alone and sell policies ahead of 2027

Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged Opposition leaders to stop interfering with the IEBC.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Teargas disrupts Linda Mwananchi rally in Meru

A Linda Mwananchi political rally in Meru town was briefly disrupted on Sunday after a teargas canister was lobbed into a crowd gathered at Makutano.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Police probe suspected arson plot at a Nakuru school

Police in Nakuru have launched investigations into a suspected attempt to set fire to a girls’ dormitory at Moi Primary School, Nakuru County.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Fix supply chains to unlock manufacturing potential, stakeholders urged

Kenya must embrace Artificial Intelligence to raise productivity, expand manufacturing and position the country to compete in demanding global markets.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Kalonzo warns of rising goonism, political pressure on churches

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has raised concerns over what he described as growing goonism and excessive use of force by security agencies.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Kindiki warns politicians against using goons to fight rivals

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned politicians against using youth to fight their political battles.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Kindiki warns politicians to keep off from IEBC work

Political leaders have urged politicians to stop interfering with the work of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

FKF postpones Premier League kick-off amid promotion and relegation dispute

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has postponed the opening round of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League season.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Malkia Strikers face Nigeria in crucial African Championship knockout clash

Kenya’s Malkia Strikers face Nigeria in a crucial Round of 16 clash at the 2026 African Women’s Volleyball Championship, aiming to maintain their unbeaten run and secure a place in the quarter-finals.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Malkia Strikers steamroll Nigeria, storm Championship quarters

Defending champions Kenya’s Malkia Strikers powered into the quarter-finals of the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Volleyball Championship.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

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Why Edwin Sifuna should pick his friends wisely

Some politicians may be joining Sifuna’s political vehicle primarily to advance their own ambitions rather than because they genuinely support the movement’s original vision.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

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From workplace pressure to marital woes: Silent struggles behind Chemutai's death

The death of KCB executive Rosemary Chemutai has illuminated the hidden pressures that can exist behind successful careers, and the danger of reducing a complex suicide to a single cause.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Malkia Strikers storm through group stage in African Championship

Defending champions Kenya’s Malkia Strikers continued their impressive title defence on home soil after sweeping Mali 3-0 at the Kasarani Indoor Arena.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

Government pushes TVET skills for global opportunities

Kenya is stepping up efforts to transform TVET institutions into centres of practical skills, innovation, production and global employment.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

MPs questions accuracy of learner data used for education capitation

The Public Accounts Committee has questioned the reliability of learner enrolment data used by the Government to allocate billions of shillings in education capitation.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

CAF inspection puts Kenya's AFCON 2027 preparations under spotlight

Kenya’s preparations to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations have entered another critical phase as a Confederation of African Football (CAF) inspection mission assessed key stadiums.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

NACADA arrests three in Jericho crackdown on counterfeit alcohol

Three suspects have been arrested and hundreds of counterfeit alcoholic beverages seized following a multi-agency crackdown on an alleged illicit alcohol.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

Gachagua: 2027 elections technology tender already given to Korean firm

DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua claims IEBC has already awarded 2027 election ballot printing tender to MIRU System company; tender closes on September 1.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Gachagua: Gas cylinders seized from traders used in Ol Kalau campaigns

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua alleges gas cylinders distributed during Ol Kalou by-election were seized from small-scale LPG traders in government raids.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Sakaja confirms ODM overtures but keeps UDA exit plans under wraps

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has confirmed that he is under pressure from officials and supporters of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to join the party.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Mvurya: Our eyes should focus beyond AFCON 2027 title

Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has challenged FKF and the Harambee Stars technical team to develop an ambitious preparation plan capable of taking Kenya beyond hosting the 2027 AFCON

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

MPs tell Wetang'ula to give evidence on TSC job letters claim

Nyanza MPs deny receiving TSC job letters, say did not accompany Speaker Wetangula to State House and will await his explanation in Parliament.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

CS Wandayi warns politicians against interfering with LPG crackdown

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has warned politicians against attacking public officers involved in enforcing regulations in the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago