'No police officer is driving an unmarked car': Nkanatha

Central Regional Commissioner Joshua Nkanatha dismisses claims of unmarked security vehicles in the Ol Kalou by-election, saying any car without number plates is operating illegally.

By David Njaaga 23 hrs ago

New programme mentors students into healthcare technology careers

Students seeking careers in healthcare technology will access mentorship, internships, and graduate training through a new programme linking academia and industry across Africa.

By David Njaaga 1 day ago

Ombam: Kenya cannot grow exports without marketers

 Trade Principal Secretary Regina Ombam has called for closer ties between government and marketers, saying stronger collaboration is key to boosting exports and attracting investment.

By David Njaaga 1 day ago

Nearly 1,000 East Africans drown in Lake Victoria each year, Karugu says

Nearly 1,000 East Africans drown in Lake Victoria each year, most while engaged in illegal fishing, EAC Affairs PS Caroline Karugu says.

By David Njaaga 2 days ago

Saudi-backed programme trains thousands of Somali troops

Saudi Arabia is backing a programme to train 5,107 Somali soldiers at two camps in Gorisil in Somalia's Galgaduud region, according to Somali media outlet Caasimada.

By David Njaaga 4 days ago

State unveils Bill to restore Kenya's degraded land

Kenya has drafted a new law to reclaim degraded land nationwide, targeting improved food and water security alongside stronger climate resilience.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

West Pokot schools tap solar water to fight hunger, slash food costs

 A government irrigation project at Kapkoi Primary School in West Pokot County is supplying water to two schools and supporting year-round food production through greenhouse farming.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

Lower Sabor project ends rain dependence for 700 households

A Sh288.6 million irrigation project has freed more than 700 Uasin Gishu households from relying on rainfall for their livelihoods.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

Turkish cargo flights near Sudan border draw attention amid conflict

Reports that Turkish cargo aircraft landed at East Oweinat Airport in southern Egypt near the Sudan border have sparked discussion about Ankara's role in the Sudan conflict.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

US lawmaker urges Nyeri girls to lead climate action

A US lawmaker has challenged girls in Nyeri County to take the lead in climate action and environmental conservation.

By David Njaaga 6 days ago

PS Omollo: New law to safeguard Kenya's resource wealth

Internal Security PS Raymond Omollo says the recently enacted Sovereign Wealth Fund Act will secure Kenya's natural resource wealth for current and future generations.

By David Njaaga 5 days ago

Irish website reports alleged Sudan transition proposal

A leaked document claims Sudan's military leaders are considering a five-year military-led transition before elections, keeping the armed forces at the centre of government after the war.

By David Njaaga 7 days ago

KNEC clears examiners' pay after strikes, boycott threats

KNEC disburses Sh1.5b to clear marking allowances for all 2025 KJSEA and KCSE examiners, Education CS Julius Ogamba says.

By David Njaaga 7 days ago

Kimotho: Gwa Kiongo dam project to transform Nyandarua farming

Govt renews commitment to expand irrigation infrastructure in Nyandarua County to boost food security and rural incomes, Principal Secretary for Irrigation Ephantus Kimotho has said.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

Activists petition Parliament to investigate extrajudicial killings, abductions

A coalition of human rights groups and civil society organisations has petitioned Parliament to investigate alleged extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances and torture.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

SACCO savings top Sh1 trillion as government pushes reforms

SACCOs now hold more than Sh1 trillion in member savings as the government steps up reforms to strengthen governance, financial resilience and technology across the cooperative movement.

By David Njaaga 9 days ago

PS Kimotho: Kenya to add one million irrigated acres by 2035

Govt aims to expand irrigated land by one million acres over the next decade under a new investment plan, as it seeks to close a gap between the country's irrigation potential and current coverage.

By David Njaaga 10 days ago

IEBC proposes Sh4.4 billion presidential campaign spending cap

IEBC proposes a Sh4.4 billion campaign spending cap for presidential candidates, alongside new limits for parties and other elective seats.

By David Njaaga 10 days ago

Kenya researchers push African ownership of Chinese AI models

Kenyan researchers want African governments to use Chinese open-source AI models as a foundation for homegrown systems, rather than simply importing technology built elsewhere.

By David Njaaga 10 days ago

Saudi Arabia paid RSF commanders to defect, report says

Saudi Arabia funnelled millions of dollars to two Rapid Support Forces commanders to defect to the Sudanese army, Africa Intelligence reported, as part of an effort to curb Islamist influence.

By David Njaaga 11 days ago

DCI probes Westlands restaurant robbery caught on CCTV

Detectives launch investigations after four armed robbers riding two motorcycles stormed a restaurant in Nairobi's Westlands area, robbed customers of their valuables.

By David Njaaga 11 days ago

Kenya to host dental congress amid accreditation scrutiny

Kenya will host the World Dental Federation Regional Dental Congress in Mombasa from October 21-23 as scrutiny grows over the accreditation of the country's two public dental schools.

By David Njaaga 11 days ago

'Peaceful, orderly and unarmed': activists plan Saba Saba march

Human rights activists are set to march to Parliament on Tuesday to petition lawmakers over extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances.

By David Njaaga 11 days ago

Twelve and unbeaten: Grade Six pupil wins Kaptagat cycling category

Meshack Kiptoo Koech, a 12-year-old Grade Six pupil, beat older riders to win his category at the 2026 Kaptagat Cycling Challenge on Saturday after completing the 80-kilometre course.

By David Njaaga 11 days ago

MPs push to strip British troops' immunity in next defence pact

Parliament wants the next defence agreement with the United Kingdom to strip legal protections that have allowed British Army personnel stationed in Kenya to avoid scrutiny from Kenyan authorities.

By David Njaaga 14 days ago

Data theft equals property theft, PS Isaboke warns marketers

Broadcasting and Telecommunications PS Stephen Isaboke urges marketers to embrace artificial intelligence responsibly, warns consumer data has become a strategic asset whose misuse amounts to theft.

By David Njaaga 14 days ago

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Eight Utumishi Girls students deny 16 murder counts, DPP opposes bail

Eight students from Utumishi Girls Academy have pleaded not guilty to 16 counts of murder over a dormitory fire that killed 16 schoolmates on the night of May 28.

By David Njaaga 15 days ago

Palm oil boom risks repeating Asia's mistakes, industry body warns

African countries are rapidly expanding palm oil production to cut costly imports, but the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil warns the growth could come at a high environmental, social cost.

By David Njaaga 15 days ago

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How WhatsApp will let users chat without sharing phone numbers

WhatsApp has begun letting its three billion users worldwide reserve unique usernames, allowing people to chat without ever revealing their phone numbers.

By David Njaaga 17 days ago

Construction authority cracks down on rogue developers

NCA launches fresh crackdown on developers who add unauthorised floors to approved buildings, warning that contractors found culpable risk prosecution and deregistration.

By David Njaaga 17 days ago

Sudan peace government accuses army of forcing El Obeid civilians to fight

The Council of Ministers of Sudan’s Peace Government has called for the protection of civilians and the establishment of safe humanitarian corridors in El Obeid.

By David Njaaga 17 days ago

From Kenya to Zambia: Kenyan firm wins role in school meals overhaul

A Kenyan firm will help strengthen Zambia's national school feeding programme after securing a four-year partnership to improve systems serving millions of schoolchildren.

By David Njaaga 17 days ago

'Debt before people': Report faults IMF over Kenya austerity

Kenya spends nearly three times more government revenue on external debt repayments than health, with a new report accusing the IMF of promoting austerity that limits investment in public services.

By David Njaaga 18 days ago

Kenyan journalist among three Africans honoured in global journalism awards

Three African journalists have won the 2026 Open the Knowledge Journalism Awards for reporting on migration, women's sports and maternal health across the continent.

By David Njaaga 18 days ago

Police probe missing activist as five protesters claim torture

 Police are investigating the disappearance of activist Davis Lichuma after five other protesters vanished during recent demonstrations and resurfaced with torture injuries.

By David Njaaga 18 days ago

Kenya, Germany strike deal on smallholder irrigation expansion

Kenya has secured German support to expand smallholder irrigation projects across seven counties in western Kenya following bilateral development talks in Berlin.

By David Njaaga 21 days ago

Teargas, arrests greet Gen Z anniversary as police seal off Nairobi

Police sealed off Nairobi, lobbed teargas and arrested protesters on Thursday as Kenyans marked the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 Gen Z demonstrations that left more than 120 people dead.

By David Njaaga 21 days ago

African universities face governance pressure from AI, funding strain

African universities are under pressure to overhaul governance systems as artificial intelligence, shrinking budgets and rising accountability demands reshape higher education across the continent.

By David Njaaga 23 days ago

IEBC sets August 10, 2027 as General Election date

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has set Tuesday, August 10, 2027 as Kenya's next General Election date, with campaigns running from May 29 to August 7.

By David Njaaga 22 days ago

'System shields killers': Kalonzo indicts police watchdog over Gen Z protest deaths

Wiper Patriotic Front leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka has accused the police watchdog of sabotaging justice for Gen Z protest victims by burying evidence in the killing of Rex Masai.

By David Njaaga 22 days ago