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Ruto: No rank, office or region will stand in the fight against corruption
President William Ruto urges public to unite against corruption, says no title, rank, office, or region will stand in the way of the fight.
By 5 days ago
Ruto: No rank, office or region will stand in the fight against corruption
Ex-ministers accuse Executive of meddling in Cabinet roles
Two former Cabinet ministers have accused President William Ruto’s administration of interfering in ministerial functions, claiming this has stifled performance and undermined accountability.
By 6 days ago
Ex-ministers accuse Executive of meddling in Cabinet roles
Senator Madzayo demands accountability for Kwa Binzaro deaths
Kilifi Senator Stewart Madzayo faults police silence on cult-like deaths in Kwa Binzaro village, urges Inspector General to provide answers.
By 6 days ago
Senator Madzayo demands accountability for Kwa Binzaro deaths
Kenya's inflation rate rises to 4.5 per cent in August
August inflation rate rises to 4.5pc from 4.1pc in July, driven by higher food, transport, and alcohol prices; fuel and water costs declined, KNBS says.
By 6 days ago
Kenya's inflation rate rises to 4.5 per cent in August
Parts of Kenya to face hotter, drier conditions in October to December- forecast
Residents in Eastern and Northern Kenya should brace for hotter and drier than normal conditions between October and December.
By 7 days ago
Parts of Kenya to face hotter, drier conditions in October to December- forecast
Kindiki, Mbadi rule out return to manual procurement
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has ruled out the use of manual systems in government procurement, insisting the process will remain fully electronic, despite resistance from some quarters.
By 7 days ago
Kindiki, Mbadi rule out return to manual procurement
Kenya would be worse off without 2010 Constitution, says Kioni
As Kenya marks 15 years since the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution, debate continues over whether the country is on the right track.
By 8 days ago
Kenya would be worse off without 2010 Constitution, says Kioni
CHAN fever hits Standard Group as trophy makes appearance (Photos)
CHAN trophy lands at Standard Group PLC, Nairobi with legends Victor Wanyama and Tanzania’s Mrisho Ngasa, received by Group CEO Chaacha Mwita.
By 8 days ago
CHAN fever hits Standard Group as trophy makes appearance (Photos)
Drama at Parliament as ousted Senator Orwoba blocks gate
Ex-nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba denied entry to Parliament after blocking gate with her car, claims her replacement by Consolata Wakwabubi was illegal.
By 8 days ago
Drama at Parliament as ousted Senator Orwoba blocks gate
Ladnan Hospital denies links to SHA boss amid fraud claim
Ladnan Hospital in Nairobi has distanced itself from the Social Health Authority (SHA) chairperson, Abdi Mohammed, saying it's now under Metropolitan Hospital Holdings Limited.
By 9 days ago
Ladnan Hospital denies links to SHA boss amid fraud claim
COTU threatens to quit SHA board over lack of autonomy
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (Kenya) has threatened to withdraw from the Social Health Authority (SHA) board unless the agency is granted full autonomy.
By 9 days ago
COTU threatens to quit SHA board over lack of autonomy
Ex-MP Kimani Ngunjiri calls for speedy trials in corruption cases
Reacting to President William Ruto’s recent claims on bribery by lawmakers, Ngunjiri proposed that all corruption cases be concluded within six months.
By 13 days ago
Ex-MP Kimani Ngunjiri calls for speedy trials in corruption cases
Early road closures for Harambee Stars match ignite public anger
Commuters plying the Thika Superhighway on Friday faced it rough, after police blocked several sections of the road.
By 13 days ago
Early road closures for Harambee Stars match ignite public anger
No, Nairobi Expressway is not closed for Gachagua's return
Moja Expressway has dismissed as fake a poster circulating on social media claiming the Expressway would be closed today, ahead of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s return.
By 14 days ago
No, Nairobi Expressway is not closed for Gachagua's return
Nine arrested in Eastleigh for running unlicensed courier services
Nine suspects arrested in Eastleigh, Nairobi, for running unlicensed courier services, including Turkana and Mandera Parcel stores; detained at California Police Station.
By 14 days ago
Nine arrested in Eastleigh for running unlicensed courier services
Havi faults three arms of govt, asks Kenyans to exercise power
Nelson Havi accused the Judiciary of overseeing corruption and castigated the three arms of government for failing in their roles.
By 14 days ago
Havi faults three arms of govt, asks Kenyans to exercise power
'Delulu,' 'skibidi,' and 'inspo' among new words joining Cambridge dictionary
If you’ve been calling yourself “delulu,” flexing a new “lewk,” or joking about “skibidi,” congratulations, the Cambridge dictionary just made it official.
By 15 days ago
'Delulu,' 'skibidi,' and 'inspo' among new words joining Cambridge dictionary
Poisons Board warns against misuse of Ozempic for weight loss
Pharmacy and Poisons Board cautions public against using semaglutide, also known as Ozempic for weight loss, says it's a prescription-only-drug for treating type 2 diabetes.
By 16 days ago
Poisons Board warns against misuse of Ozempic for weight loss
Expert: President Ruto positioning as anti-graft candidate in 2027
William Ruto’s new stance against corruption has been met with cautious optimism as critics question the sincerity of the strong words in contrast to fewer convictions from numerous graft cases.
By 16 days ago
Expert: President Ruto positioning as anti-graft candidate in 2027
Homa Bay traders make a kill as curtains fall on Devolution Conference
Homa Bay town was a beehive of activity on Friday, August 15, as traders scrambled to make a kill on the last day of the 2025 Devolution Conference hosted at Homa Bay Secondary School.
By 20 days ago
Homa Bay traders make a kill as curtains fall on Devolution Conference
Counties urged to partner with civil societies at devolution conference
Siaya Senator James Orengo lauded civil society groups for holding leaders accountable and urged them to continue calling out bad governance.
By 21 days ago
Counties urged to partner with civil societies at devolution conference
Engineers push for digitisation of county approval processes
Engineers push for digitisation of county approval processes
By 21 days ago
Engineers push for digitisation of county approval processes
Ruto lands in Homa Bay for this year's Devolution conference
President William Ruto has arrived in Homa Bay ahead of this year’s 025 Devolution Conference, themed ‘For the People, For Prosperity. 
By 23 days ago
Ruto lands in Homa Bay for this year's Devolution conference
Ruto orders crackdown on road negligence after fatal crashes kill over 30
President Ruto directs traffic enforcers to act against those responsible for road negligence after nearly 40 people killed in a series of accidents in three days.
By 26 days ago
Ruto orders crackdown on road negligence after fatal crashes kill over 30
IEBC announces dates for all by-elections
IEBC gazettes November 27 by-elections to fill 16 MCA and six MP seats including Baringo Senate seat; appoints returning and deputy returning officers for the exercise.
By 26 days ago
IEBC announces dates for all by-elections
Ruto, Raila share stage in farewell to Phoebe Asiyo (Photos)
Former Karachuonyo MP Phoebe Asiyo's burial underway in Wikondiek, Homa Bay; President Ruto, Prime CS Mudavadi, Governor Wanga present, Raila Odinga expected to attend.
By 27 days ago
Ruto, Raila share stage in farewell to Phoebe Asiyo (Photos)
Government releases Sh4.6 billion Inua Jamii funds following delays
Government releases Sh4.6 billion Inua Jamii payments to cushion vulnerable persons, Labour PS Joseph Motari blames June delay on data cleanup exercise
By 28 days ago
Government releases Sh4.6 billion Inua Jamii funds following delays
Ruku fires warning shot at corrupt public officials
Public Service CS Ruku calls for arrest of public servants linked to EACC corruption report, warns that no official will be spared regardless of rank.
By 29 days ago
Ruku fires warning shot at corrupt public officials
2027 polls will proceed as scheduled, IEBC CEO Marjan says
2027 polls will be held as per the 2010 Constitution, IEBC CEO Marjan says, dismisses claims by politicians that there will be no election.
By 29 days ago
2027 polls will proceed as scheduled, IEBC CEO Marjan says
Cash delays crippling county services, CoG CEO says
The Council of Governors CEO, Mary Mwiti, has urged the National Treasury to release county funds on time, warning that delays are hindering operations across the country.
By 30 days ago
Cash delays crippling county services, CoG CEO says
Kenya's moment: Ruto rallies support for Harambee Stars ahead of CHAN opener
CHAN 2024: President Ruto meets Harambee Stars ahead of opener, urges Kenyans to show up in large numbers; national team to face DR Congo tomorrow, 3pm at Kasarani Stadium.
By 1 month ago
Kenya's moment: Ruto rallies support for Harambee Stars ahead of CHAN opener
Unpacking male contraception: Why men should embrace family planning
Family planning experts have urged men to actively participate in contraceptive discussions, saying the responsibility should not rest solely on women.
By 1 month ago
Unpacking male contraception: Why men should embrace family planning
Food, energy price hikes yield higher inflation in July, says KNBS
July inflation rate rose to 4.1 percent, up from 3.8 pc in June, driven by higher prices of food, transport, fuel, and electricity, KNBS says.
By 1 month ago
Food, energy price hikes yield higher inflation in July, says KNBS
United Opposition demands SPVs audit
The United Opposition Principals have called on Parliament to exercise its authority and halt what they term the “illegal securitisation” of taxes.
By 1 month ago
United Opposition demands SPVs audit
Kenyan leaders condemn Tanzania's business ban on foreigners
A section of Kenyan leaders has criticised the Tanzanian government for banning foreign nationals, including Kenyans, from operating in certain business sectors.
By 1 month ago
Kenyan leaders condemn Tanzania's business ban on foreigners
Government to roll out unified payroll system to curb ghost workers
The government plans to roll out a new integrated payroll system across all ministries, agencies, and county assemblies starting in August, in a move aimed at eliminating ghost workers.
By 1 month ago
Government to roll out unified payroll system to curb ghost workers
Prof Chacha Nyaigotti appointed new UoN Council chair
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has appointed Prof Chacha Nyaigotti as the chairperson of the University of Nairobi Council for a three-year term
By 1 month ago
Prof Chacha Nyaigotti appointed new UoN Council chair
State appointments: Ex-Red Cross boss Abbas Gullet to lead KNH Board
President William Ruto has appointed former Kenya Red Cross Society Secretary-General Abbas Gullet as the chairperson of the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) Board of Directors.
By 1 month ago
State appointments: Ex-Red Cross boss Abbas Gullet to lead KNH Board
KRA intercepts narcotics at JKIA in luggage from Bangkok
War on drugs: KRA officers seize at least 41 sachets of narcotics concealed in luggage from a Bangkok flight at JKIA, Nairobi.
By 1 month ago
KRA intercepts narcotics at JKIA in luggage from Bangkok
Want a US visa? Tell us your social media usernames
Kenyans applying for the United States visa will now be required to disclose all social media usernames or handles used in the past five years.
By 1 month ago
Want a US visa? Tell us your social media usernames
Uproar after newly promoted teachers are transferred
Education
By Mike Kihaki
1 hr ago
COB, MPs accuse Treasury of evading House in funds approvals
National
By Josphat Thiong’o and Macharia Kamau
1 hr ago