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Linda Bach appointed Kenya Editors Guild CEO
Senior journalist Linda Bach has been appointed the Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) Chief Executive Officer. 
By 4 days ago
Linda Bach appointed Kenya Editors Guild CEO
'Barbaric and unconstitutional': Nurses cry foul over brutal assault in Siaya strike
The nurses in Siaya County have been on strike since 10 September, after the county leadership failed to address their grievances.
By 4 days ago
'Barbaric and unconstitutional': Nurses cry foul over brutal assault in Siaya strike
Health workers issue fresh nationwide strike notice
Medics have issued a seven-day ultimatum, warning to join their Kiambu County colleagues who have been on the streets for the last four months. 
By 5 days ago
Health workers issue fresh nationwide strike notice
Body of officer who died in Haiti arrives in Kenya
UPDATE: Body of police officer Kennedy Mutuko Nzuve, who died in a road accident in Haiti three weeks ago, arrives at JKIA, Nairobi.
By 9 days ago
Body of officer who died in Haiti arrives in Kenya
Wetangula's Ford Kenya to contest in six MCA by-elections
Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lasaka and deputy party leader on Friday said the party will support their broad-based partners in other areas.
By 9 days ago
Wetangula's Ford Kenya to contest in six MCA by-elections
Kalonzo's Wiper to field 10 candidates in November by-elections
Kalonzo Musyoka said the party will only field candidates in three parliamentary seats and seven Member of County Assembly seats. 
By 11 days ago
Kalonzo's Wiper to field 10 candidates in November by-elections
Government rolls out SHA overseas benefits criteria
Government unveils SHA framework for overseas treatment of 36 services unavailable locally, CS Duale says care limited to SHA-contracted facilities.
By 15 days ago
Government rolls out SHA overseas benefits criteria
UDA: Party primaries were free and fair
UDA party has expressed confidence in how its Saturday nominations, aimed at selecting candidates to fly the party's flag in the upcoming by-elections, were conducted.
By 15 days ago
UDA: Party primaries were free and fair
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No SHA services from Monday, private hospitals declare
Kenyans will only have to choose between public hospitals or part with cash while seeking healthcare services beginning Monday.
By 16 days ago
No SHA services from Monday, private hospitals declare
Woman reunites with baby after well-wishers pay hospital bill
The woman had appealed for help from Kenyans through a video clip that went viral on social media.
By 17 days ago
Woman reunites with baby after well-wishers pay hospital bill
Journalists barred from covering requiem mass for slain lawyer Kyalo Mbobu
Journalists have been barred from covering the requiem mass of slain lawyer Kyalo Mbobu thickening the veil of mystery surrounding his death.
By 19 days ago
Journalists barred from covering requiem mass for slain lawyer Kyalo Mbobu
Evicted Woodley residents want compensation for damaged homes
President Ruto recently gave Nairobi MCAs a seven-day deadline to form the committee, which is expected to address the underlying issues.
By 21 days ago
Evicted Woodley residents want compensation for damaged homes
Boda boda tumble from lifeline to lawless threat
The recent spate of incidents in which boda boda riders have unleashed violence, torching vehicles after road accidents, has seen the industry slip into a security menace, sparking public uproar.
By 21 days ago
Boda boda tumble from lifeline to lawless threat
Bottom-up agenda falls below expectations for hustlers three years on
President William Ruto ascended to the country’s helm on the wave of a promise to uplift Kenya’s “hustlers,” the millions of economically marginalised citizens.
By 21 days ago
Bottom-up agenda falls below expectations for hustlers three years on
Ruto, Gachagua in rival Murang'a meetings as 2027 contest heats up
President Ruto pledges billions for housing, roads, markets and water projects. Gachagua accuses State House meetings of corruption and political betrayal.
By 22 days ago
Ruto, Gachagua in rival Murang'a meetings as 2027 contest heats up
Gideon Moi condoles with Ichung'wa family after father's death
Kanu chairman Gideon Moi condoled with the family of the NA Majority Leader, Kimani Ichung'wa, at their home in Kikuyu, following the death of his father, Isaac Ichung'wa Ngugi. 
By 22 days ago
Gideon Moi condoles with Ichung'wa family after father's death
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From transport lifeline to security crisis; the growing boda boda menace
The revolution has seen creation of jobs for the youth as well as easing of the burden on overstretched public transport systems. 
By 25 days ago
From transport lifeline to security crisis; the growing boda boda menace
Newborn left without mother after caesarean section turns tragic
27-year-old woman died during caesarean section at a Catholic hospital in Kangemi. Autopsy blamed the death on "lack of oxygen due to complication of anesthesia".
By 1 month ago
Newborn left without mother after caesarean section turns tragic
Private hospitals threaten to stop services should the SHA fail to pay the Sh43B debt
Kenyans are at risk of being denied access to healthcare should the government fail to pay debts owed to hospital facilities under RUPHA within the next two weeks.
By 1 month ago
Private hospitals threaten to stop services should the SHA fail to pay the Sh43B debt
Ruto panel on compensation of protest victims sworn in
Members of the Panel of Experts on compensation of victims of public protests have been sworn in during an exercise overseen by the Supreme Court at KICC.
By 1 month ago
Ruto panel on compensation of protest victims sworn in
Odhiambo: I'll resign from protest victims panel if frustrated
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President, Faith Odhiambo, has hinted at resigning from the panel of experts on compensation of victims of public protests if her "efforts will be frustrated."
By 1 month ago
Odhiambo: I'll resign from protest victims panel if frustrated
Family in anguish after kin dies during cesarean procedure
A family in Nairobi is in anguish after their kin died Tuesday evening during a cesarean delivery at a city hospital.
By 1 month ago
Family in anguish after kin dies during cesarean procedure
Kalonzo: Why Ruto deserves "Wantam" slogan against his government
Kalonzo accused Ruto of sanctioning scandals that have plagued the country since he took over three years ago.
By 1 month ago
Kalonzo: Why Ruto deserves "Wantam" slogan against his government
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'This is deception!' Maraga tears into Ruto's war on graft
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has criticised President William Ruto over his recent allegations of corruption among legislators, accusing him of engaging in cheap theatrics and blame games.
By 1 month ago
'This is deception!' Maraga tears into Ruto's war on graft
Chaos as former DP's allies hit at Ruto and Sakaja
What was to be a warm welcome for Rigathi Gachagua turned chaotic and violent. Gachagua allies hit out at President Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja.
By 1 month ago
Chaos as former DP's allies hit at Ruto and Sakaja
Lobby group dares Ruto to name corrupt MPs
A lobby group has asked President William Ruto to name lawmakers involved in corruption, instead of issuing statements through the media.
By 1 month ago
Lobby group dares Ruto to name corrupt MPs
Kigame seeks to unseat Ruto in 2027 elections
Activist and politician Reuben Kigame on Wednesday declared interest to unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election, even as police barred him from holding a rally.  
By 1 month ago
Kigame seeks to unseat Ruto in 2027 elections
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How rivalry, tribal ties threaten to ruin Eugene Wamalwa-led DAP-K
Infighting, tribal divisions, and alleged State interference threaten to dismantle DAP-K ahead of the 2027 elections, another self-inflicted wound in Kenya’s regional party scene.
By 1 month ago
How rivalry, tribal ties threaten to ruin Eugene Wamalwa-led DAP-K
Prof Mutua should stop irking the victims of protests and their kin
It is ironical that Prof Mutua is on record defending his position and desire to take up the appointment even when the mood of the country is averse.
By 1 month ago
Prof Mutua should stop irking the victims of protests and their kin
Nacada arrests five over drug trafficking, nabs bhang worth Sh2m
Five people were arrested on Friday following a crackdown on narcotics in Kisii. 
By 1 month ago
Nacada arrests five over drug trafficking, nabs bhang worth Sh2m
Youths urged to use social media to champion for peace
Youths in the Horn of Africa have been urged to use social media to advocate for peace and create awareness on the impact of conflicts derailing development progress in the region. 
By 1 month ago
Youths urged to use social media to champion for peace
Ruto behind DAP-K troubles, Wamalwa now claims
Natembeya and Wamalwa are locked in a leadership tussle, with rival petitions seeking the removal of each as party leader and deputy leader, respectively.
By 1 month ago
Ruto behind DAP-K troubles, Wamalwa now claims
UK envoy to Kenya, Neil Wigan's mission comes to an end
Mr. Wigan announced his exit in a statement on Monday 11, saying he is leaving "for a promotion to Director General Strategy and Delivery within the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office."
By 1 month ago
UK envoy to Kenya, Neil Wigan's mission comes to an end
Accidents: The numbers, blackspots as country reels in road deaths
About 50 people have lost their lives in major accidents across the country in the last few days, according to reports by authorities. 
By 1 month ago
Accidents: The numbers, blackspots as country reels in road deaths
Teachers uproar over medical scheme, shift to SHA
Education PS Julius Bitok announced that the Ministry was reviewing the teachers’ medical insurance scheme to provide a more accessible and responsive health cover.
By 1 month ago
Teachers uproar over medical scheme, shift to SHA
UASU officials oppose Wasonga term extension
The uproar stems from an approval and certification of the union's constitution amendments by the registrar of trade unions in a letter dated August 6, 2025.
By 1 month ago
UASU officials oppose Wasonga term extension
EACC: Desperate and cornered, Kenyans turn to bribes to survive
Counties, state agencies top graft list, with job seekers giving over Sh240,000 to secure jobs. Report says nearly all bribery victims avoid reporting, citing fear and mistrust.
By 2 months ago
EACC: Desperate and cornered, Kenyans turn to bribes to survive
DNA party unveils candidate for Malava constituency contest
Th Democratic National Alliance (DNA) has unveiled the candidate who will fly the party's flag in the upcoming Malava Constituency Member of Parliament by-election contest. 
By 2 months ago
DNA party unveils candidate for Malava constituency contest
Disunity rocks DAPK as petitions target Wamalwa, Natembeya
The three-and-a-half-year-old DAP-K is in the throes of a bitter power wrangle pitting its party leader, Eugene Wamalwa and Trans Nzoia governor George Natembeya   
By 2 months ago
Disunity rocks DAPK as petitions target Wamalwa, Natembeya
"It Is Evil!" Kigame slams KRA over Sh20 million tax debt claims
The government has once again trained its guns against activist and politician Reuben Kigame, who has been challenging its policies and vices. 
By 2 months ago
"It Is Evil!" Kigame slams KRA over Sh20 million tax debt claims
Why the ghosts of Muiruri Gachoka's family land battle are back
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