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Nairobi Water admits supplying salty water to city residents
Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company was forced to shed light on why they sell borehole water to some areas in Nairobi.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 10 days ago
Nairobi Water admits supplying salty water to city residents
Nairobi boda boda riders lose money in fake motorbike deal
Boda boda riders in Nairobi have accused a credit company of duping them with an attractive deal before going underground.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 11 days ago
Nairobi boda boda riders lose money in fake motorbike deal
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Shock as senior City Hall officials linked to fake academic certificates
A probe into Nairobi County’s workforce has uncovered a shocking trend, senior City Hall officials allegedly secured jobs using fake academic certificates .
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 11 days ago
Shock as senior City Hall officials linked to fake academic certificates
Residents endorse rehabilitation of 73-year-old Nairobi dam
During a public participation exercise on Friday, residents were taken through the planned interventions aimed at restoring the dam to its original state.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 15 days ago
Residents endorse rehabilitation of 73-year-old Nairobi dam
Balmer Healthcare to establish Sh26 billion tertiary facility in Eldoret
The facility, expected to serve millions of people across the country is expected to offer comprehensive medical services across more than 20 specialties.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 16 days ago
Balmer Healthcare to establish Sh26 billion tertiary facility in Eldoret
Uthiru residents accuse Nairobi County of allowing unregistered liquor joints
Uthiru-Ruthimitu Ward residents in Dagoretti South have accused Nairobi County of allowing unregistered liquor outlets to operate in the area.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 16 days ago
Uthiru residents accuse Nairobi County of allowing unregistered liquor joints
City Hall to auction property of rates defaulters as debt collectors step in
Property owners with outstanding balances now face penalties, legal proceedings, and the possibility of property auctions if arrears persist.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 17 days ago
City Hall to auction property of rates defaulters as debt collectors step in
Water supply to State House disrupted due to heavy rains
The water supply to State House and other posh residences in Nairobi was disrupted on Friday following heavy rainfall pounding the city and its environs.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 21 days ago
Water supply to State House disrupted due to heavy rains
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Why public toilets near National Archives were demolished
A busy toilet located around the National Archives area in Nairobi City centre was demolished on Friday night.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 21 days ago
Why public toilets near National Archives were demolished
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Inside Sakaja's demolition plan for illegal riparian structures
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has ordered the demolition of illegal structures on riparian land to reduce flooding, following inspections near Westgate Mall.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 23 days ago
Inside Sakaja's demolition plan for illegal riparian structures
Demolitions along Nairobi, Ngong Rivers begins as weatherman warns of more rains
Multi-agency teams on Friday worked around the clock, clearing structures sitting on riparian land along the Nairobi and Ngong rivers.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 22 days ago
Demolitions along Nairobi, Ngong Rivers begins as weatherman warns of more rains
Nairobi Hospital board member detained after dramatic arrest
The Nairobi Hospital board member Dr Job Obwaka has been detained at the Muthaiga Police Station after being picked up outside his office at NSSF plaza in Nairobi.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 28 days ago
Nairobi Hospital board member detained after dramatic arrest
Eastleigh traders accuse county askaris of harassment
Traders in Eastleigh have raised alarm over persistent harassment and extortion by Nairobi City County enforcement officers.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 30 days ago
Eastleigh traders accuse county askaris of harassment
Karura MCA faults government over the controversial tree nursery project
Karura Ward Rep Kamau Fiu ni Fiu has faulted the government's response to the controversial nursery project in Karura Forest, terming it misleading and confusing to the public.  
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Karura MCA faults government over the controversial tree nursery project
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Death and destruction: Shame of failed city system
Flash floods in Nairobi caused over 25 deaths, destroyed property, and left residents stranded, highlighting the city’s failing drainage system.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Death and destruction: Shame of failed city system
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How TikToker was dumped by roadside after 12-hour ordeal
TikToker and government critic Joash Omollo, also known as Janeko Genzi, says he was held in a car by abductors for 12 hours before being dumped by the roadside.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
How TikToker was dumped by roadside after 12-hour ordeal
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Sakaja impeachment: Azimio MCAs disown plot remove governor from City Hall
While Minority Deputy Leader Chege said the threshold to table a motion has been met, ODM Ward Reps led by Majority Leader Peter Imwatok have rejected the plan.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Sakaja impeachment: Azimio MCAs disown plot remove governor from City Hall
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Sakaja impeachment resurfaces as MCAs adopt County-State agreement
Nairobi MCAs have adopted a County–State co-operation agreement signed on February 17, 2026, even as fresh impeachment attempts against Governor Johnson Sakaja resurface.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Sakaja impeachment resurfaces as MCAs adopt County-State agreement
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From Stephen Lelei to Katitu and Patrick Shaw: The rise and fall of famed 'super' cops
From Titus Ngamau alias Katitu, to Stephen Lelei and Daniel Seronei, Kenya’s super cops have risen and fallen over time, dating back to the era of Timothy Kamunde and Patrick Shaw.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
From Stephen Lelei to Katitu and Patrick Shaw: The rise and fall of famed 'super' cops
Aviation workers vow strike despite restraint by court
Aviation workers have vowed to continue their strike despite a court order restraining industrial action.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Aviation workers vow strike despite restraint by court
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New Nairobi Bill to regulate sale of alcohol
Nairobi County is set to tighten regulations on alcoholic drinks in a Bill that seeks to safeguard public health.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
New Nairobi Bill to regulate sale of alcohol
Nairobi MCAs question State House city management deal
Nairobi MCAs say they are yet to interact with the cooperation agreement that was signed in State House on Tuesday, allowing the national government to assist in managing the city.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Nairobi MCAs question State House city management deal
Chiefs set for training to curb political violence, radicalisation
 Chiefs and their assistants from the Nairobi region are set to undergo capacity-building training aimed at identifying weak security links ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Chiefs set for training to curb political violence, radicalisation
Liquor traders optimistic that digital licensing will tackle corruption in Nairobi
Bar owners and liquor traders in the city have expressed optimism that the introduction of digital licensing by Nairobi County will help curb corruption.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 2 months ago
Liquor traders optimistic that digital licensing will tackle corruption in Nairobi
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Funeral of a kind as street families bury nine
Street families in Nairobi buried the bodies of their friends who died between November 2025 and January 2026 at the Lang'ata Cemetery.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 2 months ago
Funeral of a kind as street families bury nine
Matatu operators decry state's silence as boda-boda riders torch vehicles
Matatu operators countrywide have threatened to withdraw their services on February 2, over rising cases of boda-boda riders torching vehicles involved in accidents.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 2 months ago
Matatu operators decry state's silence as boda-boda riders torch vehicles
Lobby group petition NCIC over remarks by Nakuru West MP Samuel Arama
In their petition, the group stated that Arama made remarks to vet the targeted beneficiaries inquiring about their community.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 2 months ago
Lobby group petition NCIC over remarks by Nakuru West MP Samuel Arama
Taskforce unearths 390 suspicious labour recruitment agencies
There are up to 390 suspicious recruitment agencies currently under probe, it has emerged.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 2 months ago
Taskforce unearths 390 suspicious labour recruitment agencies
Family of man killed in Karen building collapse demands justice
According to witnesses, the residential building, which had been constructed up to the first floor, caved in while some workers were mixing concrete underneath.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 2 months ago
Family of man killed in Karen building collapse demands justice
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Top candidates beat challenges to pursue dream courses
Despite facing challenges in their studies, some candidates who sat for the 2025 KKCSE posted exemplary results, opening ways for them to pursue their dream courses in the university.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 3 months ago
Top candidates beat challenges to pursue dream courses
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Police officers hailed in the streets but left to fight court battles alone
To the members of the public such police officers are heroes, but legally, they are villains.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 3 months ago
Police officers hailed in the streets but left to fight court battles alone
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Nairobi runs 174 bank accounts against the law
The damning details are captured in the county governments budget implementation review report for first quarter of 2025-26 financial year.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 3 months ago
Nairobi runs 174 bank accounts against the law
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Controversial Bill seeking to regulate churches put on hold
After several appeals by the clergy, the controversial Religious Organisations Bill 2024 has been temporarily stopped.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 3 months ago
Controversial Bill seeking to regulate churches put on hold
Report warns civic freedoms in East Africa under strain
East Africa has been ranked among the most dangerous regions for civic freedoms, with human rights defenders facing growing threats including violence, intimidation and imprisonment.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 4 months ago
Report warns civic freedoms in East Africa under strain
State: Over 22,000 services now available on e-citizen
This is according to an update by the Governance and Public Administration Sub-Committee chaired by Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 4 months ago
State: Over 22,000 services now available on e-citizen
Police launch probe after man is found dead in house under unclear circumstances
The body of Allan Laboso was found on Wednesday night with a pool of blood, but did not have any physical marks.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 4 months ago
Police launch probe after man is found dead in house under unclear circumstances
Lack of proper policies denies refugees access to job opportunities
Delays in status determination and lack of harmonisation of documents are among the challenges that refugees face while looking for job opportunities.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 4 months ago
Lack of proper policies denies refugees access to job opportunities
Poor visibility likely led to plane crash that killed 11 in Kwale
The light aircraft that claimed 11 lives on October 28, 2025, may have crashed due to poor visibility along its flight path.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 4 months ago
Poor visibility likely led to plane crash that killed 11 in Kwale
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How delivery rider was lured to death in South B
Antony Otieno Olwal, 30, may have been tricked by online fraudsters to deliver a high-end mobile phone in South B, where he was brutally murdered.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 4 months ago
How delivery rider was lured to death in South B
CCTV reveals rider's last errand before tragic death
New details have emerged regarding the murder of deliveryman Anthony Olwal, who was killed on Tuesday in South B estate, Nairobi.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 4 months ago
CCTV reveals rider's last errand before tragic death
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