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Junior Starlets on brink of second World Cup
Kenya's Junior Starlets are just 90 minutes away from securing a second consecutive FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup appearance.
By Mike Kihaki 7 hrs ago
Junior Starlets on brink of second World Cup
Girls continue to rule Kenya Music Festival
Girls' schools once again stamped their authority at this year's Nairobi Region Kenya Music Festival.
By Mike Kihaki 1 hr ago
Girls continue to rule Kenya Music Festival
DCI summons MP Zaheer Jhanda as four more arrested over Kisii chaos
DCI summon Nyaribari Chache MP Zaheer Jhanda over violent attacks at Keumbu on Kisii-Keroka Road on July 3; four suspects arrested
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
DCI summons MP Zaheer Jhanda as four more arrested over Kisii chaos
Aladwa defends Interior PS Omollo over abduction claims
Makadara MP and Nairobi ODM Chairman George Aladwa has come to the defence of Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo following criticism over his recent remarks.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Aladwa defends Interior PS Omollo over abduction claims
Police hunt matatu crew after traffic officer is dragged
Police have launched a manhunt for the driver and conductor of a public service vehicle involved in a hit-and-run incident that left a traffic police officer seriously injured in Ruiru.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Police hunt matatu crew after traffic officer is dragged
Ruto warns against tribal politics, empty rhetoric
President William Ruto has criticized leaders whom he accused of using abusive language to stir ethnic divisions.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Ruto warns against tribal politics, empty rhetoric
Government targets public officers in Sh6.2 B payroll fraud crackdown
The government will begin taking action against public officers implicated in the manipulation of the public service payroll after an audit uncovered suspected fraud amounting to Sh6.2 billion.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Government targets public officers in Sh6.2 B payroll fraud crackdown
Universities urged to embrace strategic governance to stay afloat in AI era
Universities must fundamentally transform their governance models and embrace strategic leadership if they are to remain globally competitive.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Universities urged to embrace strategic governance to stay afloat in AI era
New giants emerge at Nairobi Regional Kenya music festival
The 2026 Nairobi Regional Kenya Music Festival produced a new generation of champions as little-known day schools stunned established powerhouses
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
New giants emerge at Nairobi Regional Kenya music festival
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Flagged down: Why leaders resolved to ban Somali clan flags in Eastleigh
The leaders resolved that public display of Somali clan emblems, banners and flags during street celebrations would no longer be permitted.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Flagged down: Why leaders resolved to ban Somali clan flags in Eastleigh
Students use song to tackle drugs, femicide
The war against alcohol and drug abuse, femicide and the need to nurture young people’s talents took centre stage as learners used music, dance and drama to tackle pressing social issues.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Students use song to tackle drugs, femicide
Talent galore as annual music festival starts
The power of music took centre stage as the Kenya Music Festival (KMF) Nairobi regional competitions kicked off at Buruburu Girls High School.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Talent galore as annual music festival starts
Grade 10 student wins national anti-drug essay competition
Faith Munyazi Wugoma of Helping Hands Senior School clinched the top position in the competition organised by NACADA.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Grade 10 student wins national anti-drug essay competition
151 Kenyans evacuated from South Africa
A total of 240 Kenyan nationals requiring assistance have registered with the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
151 Kenyans evacuated from South Africa
MPs scrutinise Bill to balance access to state Information
The Bill further creates penalties for the unauthorized disclosure of classified information.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
MPs scrutinise Bill to balance access to state Information
Governor Otuoma defends crackdown on criminal gang
Otuoma described the incident as heartbreaking and urged investigators to establish the full circumstances surrounding her death without delay. 
By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago
Governor Otuoma defends crackdown on criminal gang
Mudavadi orders faster delivery of Nairobi Rising Projects
Mudavadi described the Nairobi Rising Programme as a critical initiative aligned with the national and county governments' vision
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Mudavadi orders faster delivery of Nairobi Rising Projects
Parents accuse St George's Girls of indecent search of students
Parents at St George's Girls Senior School are demanding accountability after their daughters were allegedly subjected to invasive body searches during a security screening exercise on June 15.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Parents accuse St George's Girls of indecent search of students
Knec call for KCSE candidates as curtain falls on 8-4-4 education system
The Kenya National Examinations Council (Knec) has issued what could be the final opportunity for thousands of Kenyans who have never sat for KCSE.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Knec call for KCSE candidates as curtain falls on 8-4-4 education system
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Ogamba to principals: Let students participate in co-curricular activities
Education CS Julius Ogamba has urged school heads to prioritise sports, arts and other co-curricular activities alongside academics.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Ogamba to principals: Let students participate in co-curricular activities
NTSA suspends enforcement of new vehicle inspection rules
The authority on Sunday said it had notified police not to demand proof of the mandatory inspection certificate from private vehicles during road checks until further notice.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
NTSA suspends enforcement of new vehicle inspection rules
Activist Lichuma found alive after alleged abduction
Mathare social justice activist Davis Lichuma has been found alive after missing for more than three days.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Activist Lichuma found alive after alleged abduction
Maseno university don killed in suspected land dispute
Police in Homa Bay County have launched investigations into the murder of a Maseno University professor who was hacked to death outside his home.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Maseno university don killed in suspected land dispute
Counties to share Sh428 billion as Ruto signs county allocation of Revenue Bill 2026
County governments are set to receive a record Sh428 billion from the National Treasury after President William Ruto assented to the County Allocation of Revenue Bill, 2026.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Counties to share Sh428 billion as Ruto signs county allocation of Revenue Bill 2026
Six killed, scores injured in road crashes
Six people killed and more than a dozen others injured in two separate road accidents in Kericho and Bungoma counties on Saturday, adding to the growing number of fatalities on Kenyan roads.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Six killed, scores injured in road crashes
Turkana scholar breaks barriers with Master's degree
When Moses Ekuwam left his village in Lokichogio, Turkana County, in 2018 carrying a small bag and an admission letter to study in China, few could have imagined the remarkable journey.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Turkana scholar breaks barriers with Master's degree
KRA rules out extension of June 30 deadline to file tax returns
Kenya Revenue Authority says there will be no extension to file tax returns after the June 30 deadline, warns dafaulters of penaltie
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
KRA rules out extension of June 30 deadline to file tax returns
Ruto calls on parents to reclaim their role in raising disciplined children
DP Kindiki urges students to shun indiscipline and resolve grievances through dialogue, calls for values-based education and peaceful engagement
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Ruto calls on parents to reclaim their role in raising disciplined children
East African press councils warn against growing hostility towards media
The East African Press Councils (EAPC) has called for end to growing hostilities between governments and the media across the region.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
East African press councils warn against growing hostility towards media
Matiang'i demands suspension of NTSA's vehicle inspection plan
Jubilee presidential candidate Fred Matiang'i calls for suspension of NTSA's mandatory vehicle inspections, urges review of system before rollout
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
Matiang'i demands suspension of NTSA's vehicle inspection plan
PS Imbunya's 100 days with reforms in Public Service
Public Service and Human Capital Development Principal Secretary Dr. Jane Kere Imbunya has marked her first 100 days in office.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
PS Imbunya's 100 days with reforms in Public Service
'Crumbling regime': journalists' federation condemns Uganda media shutdown
East African Press Councils urge governments to end attacks on media, citing NTV Uganda shutdown and Kenya tensions; call for dialogue to protect press freedom
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
'Crumbling regime': journalists' federation condemns Uganda media shutdown
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Of bullets, blood and rage: The tax revolt that changed Kenya
Dozens of young people were killed, hundreds injured and many others abducted or arrested as security forces moved to contain the protests.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Of bullets, blood and rage: The tax revolt that changed Kenya
UAE grants visa-on-arrival access to Kenyans with foreign residency permits
Kenyan citizens holding valid US or EU residence permits to obtain UAE visas on arrival from today; overstayers to be fined Sh1,760 per day, UAE Foreign Affairs Ministry says.
By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago
UAE grants visa-on-arrival access to Kenyans with foreign residency permits
Karua calls for justice for June 2024 protests victims
People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has called for justice and accountability for victims of the June 2024 Gen Z protests.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Karua calls for justice for June 2024 protests victims
Somalia Deputy PM deported from Kenya over passport issues
Govt deports Somalia's Deputy PM Jibril Abdirashid Haji after JKIA immigration officials allegedly linked him to a fraudulently acquired Kenyan passport.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Somalia Deputy PM deported from Kenya over passport issues
June 25 anniversary protests: Photos that defined the day
From flowers laid in memory of fallen protesters to motorcycle chases and arrests, the second June 25 anniversary protests produced images that captured the mood of the day across Kenya. 
By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago
June 25 anniversary protests: Photos that defined the day
Team Kenya shifts focus to Glasgow glory
Team Kenya has entered the final phase of preparations for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Team Kenya shifts focus to Glasgow glory
Rights groups condemn arrests, restrictions during June 25 anniversary protests
Civil society groups accuse security agencies of violating constitutional rights through roadblocks, movement restrictions and arrests of peaceful protesters
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Rights groups condemn arrests, restrictions during June 25 anniversary protests
Counties to receive Sh428 billion boost after MPs approve Revenue Bill
National Assembly passes County Allocation of Revenue Bill 2026, unlocking Sh428 billion equitable share for 47 counties in the 2026/27 financial year.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Counties to receive Sh428 billion boost after MPs approve Revenue Bill
Girls continue to rule Kenya Music Festival
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