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With all due respect: Kaunda breaks silence after viral outburst
Kaunda said he never anticipated the attention that followed his remarks.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 6 days ago
With all due respect: Kaunda breaks silence after viral outburst
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This is how you can reduce fuel prices, Nyoro advises gov't
Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has proposed several measures that, if approved by Parliament, could see prices drop below Sh190.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 10 days ago
This is how you can reduce fuel prices, Nyoro advises gov't
Police arrest four suspects, recover 62 stolen phones in Kayole
The police say the gang’s activities had become so rampant that even police officers have fallen victim.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 11 days ago
Police arrest four suspects, recover 62 stolen phones in Kayole
Major roads to close in Nairobi ahead of Africa Forward Summit
City Hall, Harambee Avenue, and Parliament Rd to be closed on May 11 and 12 for Africa Forward Summit; traffic disruptions expected in Nairobi, police boss Mohamud says
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 16 days ago
Major roads to close in Nairobi ahead of Africa Forward Summit
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Why it could take 12 years to complete Malaba SGR project
The groundbreaking for the over 400-kilometre project was presided over by President Ruto on 19 March 2026.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 17 days ago
Why it could take 12 years to complete Malaba SGR project
NCCK ask IEBC to be transparent, end rigging fear ahead of 2027 elections
NCCK has challenged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to be transparent in all the ongoing activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 18 days ago
NCCK ask IEBC to be transparent, end rigging fear ahead of 2027 elections
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Autopsy reveals cause of Dr Job Obwaka's death
An autopsy has confirmed that Dr Job Obwaka died of cardiac arrest linked to an underlying heart condition, with further toxicology tests pending.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 20 days ago
Autopsy reveals cause of Dr Job Obwaka's death
Lobby groups seeks withdrawal of Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill
The groups say that before passing the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, parliament has an obligation to the Kenyan people to provide clear, satisfactory answers.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 24 days ago
Lobby groups seeks withdrawal of Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill
New Bill seeks to change approach of handling disaster in Nairobi
The policy will guide Nairobi’s disaster management efforts for the next decade, with reviews scheduled every ten years or earlier if major events or emerging risks demand adjustments.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 26 days ago
New Bill seeks to change approach of handling disaster in Nairobi
Officers who served in Haiti to deal with goons ahead of general elections
Returning Kenyan officers from the Haiti mission will be reintegrated to help combat gangs and maintain security ahead of the 2027 general elections.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 27 days ago
Officers who served in Haiti to deal with goons ahead of general elections
Nairobi police boss says planned protests over fuel prices illegal
Uncertainty now clouds planned protests over fuel prices in Nairobi on Tuesday after police said they had not received any formal notice.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Nairobi police boss says planned protests over fuel prices illegal
Leadership wrangles at Four Ways Junction now under police probe
The leadership wrangles at Four Ways Junction estate that have been dragging on for several months are now under police probe.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Leadership wrangles at Four Ways Junction now under police probe
Catholic Bishops raise alarm over State-protected goons undermining stability
The Catholic Bishops have raised concerns over the rise of goons in the country, disrupting events, including those being held in places of worship.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Catholic Bishops raise alarm over State-protected goons undermining stability
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Fuel scandal: Prosecutors yet to receive files
Joe Sang, Daniel Kiptoo, Liban Mohammed were released on Sh100,000 cash bail after spending the weekend in Gigiri, Capitol Hill and Langata police stations respectively.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Fuel scandal: Prosecutors yet to receive files
State House wall sitting on riparian land to be demolished
A section of the wall surrounding the State House will be brought down since it sits on a reparian land, President William Ruto has revealed.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
State House wall sitting on riparian land to be demolished
Woodley residents accuse county over illegal evictions
The eviction has left about 30 residents homeless and others living in vandalised houses, without doors and windows.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Woodley residents accuse county over illegal evictions
Nairobi leaders raise concerns over suspicious voter transfers
Several leaders in Nairobi County have expressed concern over the ongoing voter registration exercise.
By Pkemoi Ngenoh 1 month ago
Nairobi leaders raise concerns over suspicious voter transfers
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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 1 month 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 2 months 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 3 months 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 3 months 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 3 months ago
Chiefs set for training to curb political violence, radicalisation