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Murkomen: Suspects in All Saints Cathedral attack arrested
Several arrested over attack at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi, Interior CS Murkomen says suspects identified through CCTV will be arraigned in court.
By Mike Kihaki 4 hrs ago
Murkomen: Suspects in All Saints Cathedral attack arrested
Oburu defends 2026 budget
Orange Democratic Movement Party leader Oburu Odinga has defended the  government's budget deficit financing strategy, arguing that borrowing to bridge revenue gaps is a common practice worldwide.
By Mike Kihaki 4 hrs ago
Oburu defends 2026 budget
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Matatu Impunity: How Nairobi roads descended from order to anarchy
A capital city that once prided itself for an orderly public transport system, complete with uniformed crews, designated bus stops is today struggling under chaos and lawlessness.
By Mike Kihaki 1 day ago
Matatu Impunity: How Nairobi roads descended from order to anarchy
No restriction on Kenyan workers in Kuwait, Embassy says
Kenya has not been subjected to a fresh ban on the deployment of domestic workers to Kuwait, Kenyan Embassy in Kuwait has clarified, dismissing reports circulating in sections of the media.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
No restriction on Kenyan workers in Kuwait, Embassy says
NTSA sets six-month deadline for collection of logbooks
Motorists who have not collected their vehicle log books within six months of printing risk losing the documents.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
NTSA sets six-month deadline for collection of logbooks
University students targeted as country intensifies war on graft
University students have been challenged to lead in fight against corruption, anti-graft officials warning that dishonesty, academic fraud and unethical conduct are threatening the country’s progress.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
University students targeted as country intensifies war on graft
Govt defends budget strategy despite rising deficit
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichungwah says Treasury has put in place measures to bridge the budget deficit through alternative financing.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Govt defends budget strategy despite rising deficit
Ruto calls for reformed global governance
President William Ruto has called for urgent reforms in global governance systems, warning that the world is undergoing rapid transformation driven by technological advancement.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Ruto calls for reformed global governance
Bitok hands over Basic Education docket after nearly two years reign
Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has officially handed over the leadership of the State Department for Basic Education, ending a tenure marked by the implementation of key education reforms.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Bitok hands over Basic Education docket after nearly two years reign
Rift Valley leads in illicit alcohol seizures
Rift Valley has recorded the highest number of illicit alcoholic brews seized in Kenya over the last two and a half years.
By Mike Kihaki 2 days ago
Rift Valley leads in illicit alcohol seizures
Student unrest sparks fresh calls to abolish boarding schools
Kenyan lawmakers and education stakeholders call for reform of the country's education system following a surge in student unrest across leading schools.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Student unrest sparks fresh calls to abolish boarding schools
MPs flag safety concerns on 27,000 tonnes of imported raw sugar
Parliament has launched an investigation into the importation, movement and safety of a controversial consignment of 27,000 metric tonnes of raw sugar linked to Kibos Sugar Refinery Limited.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
MPs flag safety concerns on 27,000 tonnes of imported raw sugar
Opposition unveils 'People's Budget' ahead of 202627 fiscal plan
Proposed Sh4.8 trillion FY2026-27 budget against Sh3.6 trillion revenue could leave a Sh1.1 trillion borrowing gap, Wiper's Kalonzo Musyoka says debt servicing and pensions consume Sh1.5Tn.
By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago
Opposition unveils 'People's Budget' ahead of 202627 fiscal plan
Kenya bets big on UN expansion as Gigiri upgrade project takes shape
Kenya has reaffirmed its ambition to position Nairobi as a premier global diplomatic hub, announcing a multi-billion-shilling investment to support the expansion of UN offices in the country.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Kenya bets big on UN expansion as Gigiri upgrade project takes shape
Communities unite to end menstrual stigma, keep girls in school
Concerns have been raised on lack of access to sanitary products, inadequate menstrual health information and deeply rooted cultural stigma have contributed to absenteeism among school-going girls.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
Communities unite to end menstrual stigma, keep girls in school
KeNHA extends exemption permit deadline by 10 days
KeNHA has announced a 10-day extension for transporters seeking exemption permits, following a surge in applications after the restoration of its online permit system.
By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago
KeNHA extends exemption permit deadline by 10 days
Rugby fraternity mourns Shujaa hero Robert 'Majei' Aringo
Kenyan rugby community continue pay their tributes on the death of former Kenya Sevens star and Impala RFC player Robert “Majei” Aringo, who passing over last weekend.
By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago
Rugby fraternity mourns Shujaa hero Robert 'Majei' Aringo
Make it in Kenya': Ruto dares Belgian firms to ditch raw material exports
President William Ruto has challenged Belgian manufacturers to set up factories in Kenya rather than extract the continent's raw materials for processing abroad.
By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago
Make it in Kenya': Ruto dares Belgian firms to ditch raw material exports
Kenya, Norway chart new shipping routes in blue economy push
Kenya and Norway are exploring new shipping routes linking the ports of Mombasa and Lamu to key Norwegian ports, President William Ruto said.
By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago
Kenya, Norway chart new shipping routes in blue economy push
Ruto woos Belgian investors to Kenya
President William Ruto has challenged European investors to abandon outdated perceptions of Africa as a continent dependent on aid and instead embrace it as the world's next frontier for investment.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Ruto woos Belgian investors to Kenya
Stakeholders push for urgent dialogue on schools' unrest
Pressure is mounting on the Ministry of Education to urgently convene a national stakeholders’ meeting following a surge in school unrest.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Stakeholders push for urgent dialogue on schools' unrest
Karua accuses govt of over-taxing Kenyans
People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has accused the government of overtaxing citizens while failing to address corruption, wasteful spending, and poor service delivery.
By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago
Karua accuses govt of over-taxing Kenyans
Kipkemboi, Kemuma crowned champions of Nairobi City Marathon
Enock Kipkemboi wins the men's 42km race at the 5th edition of the Nairobi City Marathon 2026 after clocking 2:09:32.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Kipkemboi, Kemuma crowned champions of Nairobi City Marathon
Margaret Kenyatta calls for investment in performing arts to support youth
Former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta has called for increased investment in young people through arts and music, saying creative programmes continue to transform lives, nurture talents.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Margaret Kenyatta calls for investment in performing arts to support youth
I will respect court verdict on impeachment case, Gachagua says
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has said he is ready to accept the High Court ruling expected tomorrow in his impeachment case, while urging his supporters to remain calm regardless of the outcome.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
I will respect court verdict on impeachment case, Gachagua says
Ruto pledges Govt support for Kenyan sports
President William Ruto has pledged continued government support for Kenyan sports teams and athletes competing on the international stage.
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Ruto pledges Govt support for Kenyan sports
Wetang'ula hints at 2032 presidential bid
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has urged young people in Western Kenya to support President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election
By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago
Wetang'ula hints at 2032 presidential bid
Luanda MP Maungu replaces Wamboka as PIC chair
Luanda MP was elected unopposed as the new chairperson of the National Assembly's Public Investments Committee on Education and Governance.
By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago
Luanda MP Maungu replaces Wamboka as PIC chair
External influences, poor communication to blame for rising school unrest
We are moving around and talking to students and telling them what they are supposed to do. A good number have been convinced of what they need to do," said Ongijo.
By Mike Kihaki 8 days ago
External influences, poor communication to blame for rising school unrest
Senate raises concerns over rising cases of missing children
Nominated Senator Hamida Kibwana has raised concern over the increasing number of missing children cases across Kenya.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Senate raises concerns over rising cases of missing children
Ebola facility targets to wipe out Mt Kenya community, claims Gachagua
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has opposed plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility in Laikipia County.
By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago
Ebola facility targets to wipe out Mt Kenya community, claims Gachagua
Kenyan tea exports to South Africa set to rise after trade barrier removal
Kenyan tea exports to South Africa are expected to increase significantly following an agreement between the two countries to remove trade barriers that had hindered market access.
By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago
Kenyan tea exports to South Africa set to rise after trade barrier removal
NTSA summons PSV saccos after deadly car crashes
NTSA has summoned officials from Risen Sacco and Royal Swift Express Limited following two separate road crashes that occurred on Thursday along Nairobi’s Enterprise Road.
By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago
NTSA summons PSV saccos after deadly car crashes
Standard scribe headlines SportPesa Premier League Gala Awards
Standard Group sports journalist Washington Onyango has been named the winner of the prestigious Golden Pen Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to sports journalism.
By Mike Kihaki 9 days ago
Standard scribe headlines SportPesa Premier League Gala Awards
Uhuru presents AU Ethiopia's election findings
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has presented the  findings and recommendations of the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) following Ethiopia’s June 1, 2026 General Elections.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Uhuru presents AU Ethiopia's election findings
EACC arrests Nyamira Assembly Clerk over Sh30m office block tender scandal
EACC arrests Nyamira County Assembly Clerk Duke Onyari over alleged Sh30.2 million tender fraud in office block project.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
EACC arrests Nyamira Assembly Clerk over Sh30m office block tender scandal
Kenya courts South Korean investors in push for jobs
Kenya is seeking deeper economic and technological ties with South Korea as part of its broader strategy to accelerate industrialization, create jobs, and equip its workforce with skills.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Kenya courts South Korean investors in push for jobs
Senators raise concerns over rising student unrest cases
Growing cases of student strikes and unrest in secondary schools across Embu County have sparked concern, with Senator Alexander Mundigi calling for urgent investigations and interventions.
By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago
Senators raise concerns over rising student unrest cases
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Madrassa, Duksi to be integrated into formal system
President Ruto has ordered the formal integration of Madrassa, Duksi and pastoral instruction programmes into Kenya’s education system.
By Mike Kihaki 12 days ago
Madrassa, Duksi to be integrated into formal system
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Violation of safety rules putting students lives at risk, experts say
Education stakeholders have warned that widespread disregard for school safety regulations is putting learners at risk.
By Mike Kihaki 13 days ago
Violation of safety rules putting students lives at risk, experts say