Questions mount over Kenya's first Ebola case as Kalonzo demands transparency

WPF leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called for a full and transparent account of Kenya’s first Ebola case, including the traveller’s movements and the actions taken by health authorities.

By Ronald Kipruto 5 days ago

Ebola could walk into a pharmacy first, health bodies warn

Kenya Medical Association urges gov’t to provide adequate PPEs to all healthcare facilities nationwide; Pharmaceutical Society calls for heightened surveillance to prevent further spread.

By Ronald Kipruto 5 days ago

23-year-old suspect arrested over Molo student's murder

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested a 23-year-old man in connection with the murder of an 18-year-old Form Four student at Molo Secondary School.

By Ronald Kipruto 6 days ago

Jambojet supports Ebola contact tracing after Kenya reports first case

Jambojet says working with Health Ministry to identify and manage passengers and crew who may have come into contact with the deceased Ebola patient.

By Ronald Kipruto 6 days ago

Kathomi: Boardroom politics losing grip as voters take back power

Political Analyst Mary Kathomi said political boardrooms arrangement are going to be a thing of the past, urges politicians to listen to the electorates.

By Ronald Kipruto 7 days ago

Rights groups rally behind Standard after pro-gov't supporters stage demos

Rights activists condemn attack on Standard Group by pro-government protesters who staged demos outside its Mombasa Road headquarters, but failed to gain entry.

By Ronald Kipruto 10 days ago

Ruto mourns close friend, Wicknell Chivayo in brief post

President Ruto has mourned Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, describing him as a friend whose energy and “deep conviction” in Africa’s possibilities touched many.

By Ronald Kipruto 11 days ago

UGM demands halt to Sh2.2tr Dangote refinery, terms project a 'scam'

The United Green Movement (UGM) Party has opposed the planned Sh2.2 trillion ($16 billion) Dangote East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu, calling for the project to be stopped.

By Ronald Kipruto 11 days ago

Opposition leaders to unite and speak with one voice by December

The United Opposition says it will speak with one voice by December as parties seek to overcome their differences and settle on a common political position.

By Ronald Kipruto 13 days ago

Back from New York, Ruto takes development tour to the Coast

President Ruto to begin Coastal region development tour tomorrow; to ground break Sh2.2 trillion East Africa Refinery in Lamu, issue title deeds and unveil other projects.

By Ronald Kipruto 17 days ago

Church warns against ethnic mobilisation, political violence ahead of 2027

The clergy has called on political leaders to lower the political temperature, reject incitement and embrace responsible leadership as Kenya heads towards next year’s elections.

By Ronald Kipruto 18 days ago

Why Wa Muthende wants Kenya to ditch kingpin politics ahead of 2027

Mbeere North MP Wa Muthende warns that political kingpins could breed dictatorship, calls for a shift ahead of elections.

By Ronald Kipruto 19 days ago

Visa-free entry is not a work pass: India warns nationals in Malaysia

India has warned its nationals against using Malaysia’s 30-day visa-free entry facility to seek employment in the country.

By Ronald Kipruto 20 days ago

Sh2.2 trillion East African Refinery to break ground next week

Plans to construct East Africa Refinery in Lamu to begin next week; project to position Kenya as a competitive energy logistics hub and unlock Lamu’s economy, DP Kindiki says.

By Ronald Kipruto 20 days ago

2027: Ruto urges Kenyans not to elect 'a fool' as president

President William Ruto has urged the country not to elect ‘’a fool’’ as president for the sake of development and growth of the country.

By Ronald Kipruto 21 days ago

Kenya condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, demands cessation of hostilities

Kenya condemns escalating missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, demands immediate cessation of hostilities and implementation of UN Security Council resolutions on Yemen and the Houthis.

By Ronald Kipruto 24 days ago

Plate of rice exposes plot to smuggle escape tools to suspects in police cell

Police at Ruai Police Station in Nairobi have arrested an 18-year-old woman accused of smuggling escape tools hidden in a plate of rice.

By Ronald Kipruto 26 days ago

Race against time: How Kenya is mapping flood zones ahead of October rains

Kenya is stepping up flood preparations ahead of the October–December rains, with the government relying on new risk maps, county preparedness plans and a national disaster response.

By Ronald Kipruto 26 days ago

Road to 2027: Key deadlines aspirants, parties must meet before August 10

Politicians eyeing seats in the 2027 General Election have 12 weeks left to attend harambees, after the electoral agency gazetted the poll notice.

By Ronald Kipruto 27 days ago

IN PICTURES: Linda Mwananchi rally in Nairobi

Linda Mwananchi rally in Nairobi.

By Ronald Kipruto 29 days ago

Foreign trader crackdown: Lobby warns of arrests, extortion and harassment

Police Reforms Working Group condemns President Ruto’s directive to shut down small-scale businesses run by foreign nationals, says move, without clear statutory guidelines, poses severe risks.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Government welcomes digital investors

The government has called on Digital investors to invest in Kenya, saying it is working towards a safe and conducive environment

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

How much is enough? DCP accuses Ruto of personal gain in Tata Magadi shutdown

DCP party terms directive by Mining Ministry to shut down Tata Chemical Magadi Limited state-sponsored economic sabotage, says thousands of families stand affected.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Lobby groups demand arrests after Alex Kiprotich's abduction

Human rights groups have demanded the arrest and prosecution of those behind the abduction of Standard Group Associate Alex Kiprotich, as concerns grow over the safety of journalists in Kenya.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Meru leads race to open first county industrial park

The government will operationalise eight County Aggregation and Industrial Parks (CAIPs) before the end of 2026, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Ruto picks Duncan Oburu to lead IPOA, appoints Sossion, Lentoijoni to TSC

President William Ruto appoints Dr Duncan Oburu Ojwang Chairperson of Independent Policing Oversight Authority, for a period of six years, effective August 31,2026.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Ruku appears before NCIC over hate speech claims

Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku grilled by NCIC over hate speech and incitement; commission to deliver ruling next week alongside that of Paul Otuoma, Peter Kaluma.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Matiang'i questions Sh2.8bn police uniform tender

Former CS and Jubilee deputy party leader Fred Matiang’i has questioned the government’s decision to procure new police uniforms, arguing use of existing public institutions and capacity.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Amnesty Kenya urges state to expedite probe into enforced disappearances

Amnesty International Kenya has called on the government to expedite investigations and bring justice to victims of enforced disappearance and hold perpetrators accountable.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Kenya yetu, wajibu wetu: Ruto's message as Katiba turns 16

KATIBA 16: President Ruto says Judicial independence is non-negotiable; calls for institutional independence, saying courts must remain free to interpret the constitution.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

William Ruto: No Kenyan should die for criticising government

President William Ruto has said no Kenyan should lose their life, liberty or dignity for criticising the Government, expressing an unpopular opinion or taking part in a peaceful demonstration.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

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How social media is fuelling Kenya's tribal fault lines

Digital misinformation, social media manipulation and toxic tribal profiling are threatening to fracture Kenya’s social fabric, according to a recent report by Code for Africa.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Tanzania Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi resigns

Tanzanian Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi announces resignation, cites retirement from active politics and public service.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Ruto to critics: Show us what you have done for Kenyans

 President William Ruto told his opponents to focus on their agenda and vision instead of engaging in political rhetoric.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Wasaga calls for independent state bodies to curb political intolerance

Advocate Peter Simba has called for independent state institutions to enforce the law without regard to political alliances, saying this would help curb political intolerance.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Criminal liability does not expire, Maanzo warns politicians sponsoring goons

Makueni Senator Dan Maanzo has warned politicians sponsoring political goons that criminal liability does not expire, urging President William Ruto to end tolerance of poll violence.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Kagombe on DCP switch: 'I came here as Saul, but now I have become Paul'

Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe has defended his decision to leave UDA and join DCP, saying the move reflected the wishes of his constituents.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Why cereal growers warn Kenya is facing a food crisis

Kenya is facing a food crisis driven by an inefficient market and too few investors, Cereal Growers Association (CGA) Chairman Nahshon Ngetich has warned.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Misinformation could distort Kenya's 2027 election, analysts warn

Political analysts have warned that misinformation and disinformation could distort Kenya’s 2027 General Election by pushing voters to choose leaders based on emotion rather than facts.

By Ronald Kipruto 2 months ago

Stop branding rivals 'moles', Kioni cautions opposition leaders

Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Jeremiah Kioni has urged the opposition to close ranks and present a united front against President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 general election.

By Ronald Kipruto 2 months ago