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More than 2,600 Kenyans apply to be judges and magistrates
At least 2,670 Kenyans apply for 150 Judiciary jobs, with most eyeing magistrate positions, followed by applications for High Court judge roles.
By 5 days ago
More than 2,600 Kenyans apply to be judges and magistrates
Judiciary's digital services near a halt as downtime persists
Judiciary links disruption of digitised services to external interference, restoration underway; Chief Registrar, Winfridah Mokaya, says eFiling system and Cause List portal affected.
By 6 days ago
Judiciary's digital services near a halt as downtime persists
Fuel prices increase by over Sh8 in latest EPRA review
Fuel prices increase in latest EPRA review, petrol, diesel and kerosene prices up by Sh8.99, Sh8.67 and Sh9.65 respectively.
By 6 days ago
Fuel prices increase by over Sh8 in latest EPRA review
'Your vote will count': Ethekon promises credible polls as IEBC takes charge
IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon has pledged free and fair elections as he took office on Friday, ending a two-year leadership gap.
By 9 days ago
'Your vote will count': Ethekon promises credible polls as IEBC takes charge
State shuts sugar millers in Western amid cane shortage
Sugar millers operating in the upper and lower western region will halt operations starting Friday, July 11, following a government directive ordering a three-months closure.
By 10 days ago
State shuts sugar millers in Western amid cane shortage
'We are losing a third of the economy on protest days,' KNCCI warns
KNCCI has warned that protests are costing Kenya nearly a third of its daily economic output, pushing businesses to the brink as traders face mounting losses and insecurity.
By 11 days ago
'We are losing a third of the economy on protest days,' KNCCI warns
Isiolo Governor Guyo pleads not guilty as three-day impeachment trial begins
Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo pleads not guilty to impeachment charges; County Assembly accuses him of alleged gross violation of Constitution, abuse of office, and gross misconduct.
By 12 days ago
Isiolo Governor Guyo pleads not guilty as three-day impeachment trial begins
Nairobi to host another global body
Nairobi is poised for yet another international assignment as a host for the new headquarters of the Global Centre on Adaptation (GCA), an international organisation championing climate action.
By 12 days ago
Nairobi to host another global body
Raila calls for formation of 'national conclave' to address Kenyans grievances
ODM leader Raila Odinga proposes formulation of Intergenerational National Conclave to resolve current impasse including police reforms and youth unemployment; resolutions to go through a referendum.
By 13 days ago
Raila calls for formation of 'national conclave' to address Kenyans grievances
'Roads blocks were necessary', Murkomen says as he commends police
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen commends police response to Saba Saba protests, cites reduced cases of violence, looting and vandalism compared to June 25.
By 13 days ago
'Roads blocks were necessary', Murkomen says as he commends police
Medics union threatens to withdraw services after attack in Kitengela hospital
KNUMLO condemns “barbaric and senseless” attack on its members working at the Kitengela Sub-County Hospital, which was invaded by goons during Saba Saba protests
By 13 days ago
Medics union threatens to withdraw services after attack in Kitengela hospital
'You can't kill us and lead us': Mourners demand police reforms as Albert Ojwang laid to rest
The funeral for slain teacher and blogger Albert Omondi Ojwang’ on Friday reignited calls for police reforms and justice for suspects who die in custody.
By 16 days ago
'You can't kill us and lead us': Mourners demand police reforms as Albert Ojwang laid to rest
'Justice for Albert Ojwang' cry fills slain teacher's requiem mass
Albert Ojwang's family receives Sh2 million from President Ruto, Sh1 million from Raila Odinga and Sh2 million from Kenyans, as funeral contribution, lawyer Julius Juma says.
By 18 days ago
'Justice for Albert Ojwang' cry fills slain teacher's requiem mass
DP Kindiki tears 'tribalists' as empowerment lands in Tana River
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has torn into “tribalists” while defending his economic empowerment tours in Tana River, saying the visits aim to uplift communities.
By 18 days ago
DP Kindiki tears 'tribalists' as empowerment lands in Tana River
KNEC loses land title, appeals to public for help
KNEC loses grant title for its land referenced 209/6900; appeals to public to return document to its office in South C, via post office or police station.
By 19 days ago
KNEC loses land title, appeals to public for help
Family identifies unconscious man dumped in Ruaka
A suspected abduction victim whose photos went viral today morning has been identified as Jackson Njuguna Wambui by his family.
By 19 days ago
Family identifies unconscious man dumped in Ruaka
'Activist Ndiangui Kinyagia not in police custody', DCI boss Amin says
Police deny holding X influencer Ndiangui Kinyagia; DCI boss Mohamed Amin says he is a person of interest in an active investigation, urges him to surrender to police.
By 20 days ago
'Activist Ndiangui Kinyagia not in police custody', DCI boss Amin says
KRA extends deadline to file tax returns amid portal downtime
KRA extends period to file tax returns by 24 hours, to end at midnight July 1; Kenyans had up to today to complete the exercise.
By 20 days ago
KRA extends deadline to file tax returns amid portal downtime
Government waives Boniface Kariuki's hospital bill
Government waives Boniface Kariuki’s Sh815,805 hospital bill, Health CS Aden Duale directs Kenyatta National Hospital to waive bills for June 17 and 25 protest victims.
By 20 days ago
Government waives Boniface Kariuki's hospital bill
DCI denies summoning Gachagua as protest probe heats up
Police pursuing financiers and mobilisers of the June 25 anniversary protests; DCI boss Mohamed Amin says goons were ferried to cause violence in various towns.
By 20 days ago
DCI denies summoning Gachagua as protest probe heats up
Senators to debate counties revenue bills in special Friday sitting
Senate to hold special sitting at 2.30pm to consider Bills including Equalisation Funds Appropriations Bill 2025 and County Allocation of Revenue Bill 2025, Speaker Kingi says.
By 23 days ago
Senators to debate counties revenue bills in special Friday sitting
Ruto, Raila attend funeral in Kilifi as protests gain shape
President William Ruto and Raila Odinga arrive in Kilifi for burial of Mzee Gideon Mung’aro, father to the Governor, amid nationwide protests.
By 25 days ago
Ruto, Raila attend funeral in Kilifi as protests gain shape
'We have no other country,' says Ruto as protests grip Kenya
President Ruto warns against violence and vandalism during ongoing June 25 protests, says Kenyans have ‘only one country to build.’
By 25 days ago
'We have no other country,' says Ruto as protests grip Kenya
Tight security, road closures as Kenya marks June 25 protests anniversary
Security has been heightened in Nairobi ahead of planned protests marking the first anniversary of last year’s anti-tax demonstrations, during which at least 60 people were killed.
By 25 days ago
Tight security, road closures as Kenya marks June 25 protests anniversary
Government threatens media blackout over protests coverage
Communications Authority directs all TV and radio stations to halt live coverage of June 25 protests; DG Mugonyi warns of unspecified action, says broadcasts violate regulations.
By 25 days ago
Government threatens media blackout over protests coverage
23.9 million Kenyans register for Taifa Care
At least  23.9 million Kenyans have registered for Taifa Care surpassing the 9 million covered under the defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF).
By 27 days ago
23.9 million Kenyans register for Taifa Care
Advocate linked to controversial protest program missing
LSK raises concern over possible arrest or detention of missing advocate Ndiangui Kinyagia; he shared the June 25 protest program on X.
By 27 days ago
Advocate linked to controversial protest program missing
Qatar Airways suspends flights amid Iranian missile attacks
Qatar Airways temporarily suspends flights due to closure of airspace following missile attacks by Iran at a US military base, affected passengers to receive support.
By 27 days ago
Qatar Airways suspends flights amid Iranian missile attacks
Raila Odinga 'very disappointed' by collapse of Adani deal
Raila Odinga says he’s ‘very disappointed’ by cancellation of controversial Adani-JKIA deal, argues Kenya’s aviation industry risks falling behind regional competitors.
By 1 month ago
Raila Odinga 'very disappointed' by collapse of Adani deal
Families of Gen Z protest victims demand Ruto apology
Families of victims of June 2024 protests demand apology from President Ruto over deaths, caution police and hired goons against inciting violence during next week’s commemoration.
By 1 month ago
Families of Gen Z protest victims demand Ruto apology
IPOA in bed with police, former chairperson Njeru claims
Lawyer Macharia Njeru, the founding chairperson of IPOA, has questioned the agency’s independence amid growing public criticism over its perceived inefficiency.
By 1 month ago
IPOA in bed with police, former chairperson Njeru claims
Identify man shot in protest, LSK's Faith Odhiambo tells government
LSK President Faith Odhiambo has urged authorities to reveal the identity of a mask vendor who was shot by a police officer at close range during protests in Nairobi yesterday.
By 1 month ago
Identify man shot in protest, LSK's Faith Odhiambo tells government
How KNH surgeons removed bullet from Boniface Kariuki's head
Boniface Kariuki was shot on the left side of the head during Tuesday's protests, bullet removed, but remains in critical condition and has been moved to ICU, KNH surgeons say.
By 1 month ago
How KNH surgeons removed bullet from Boniface Kariuki's head
Justice for Ojwang: Protests erupt in Nairobi and Mombasa
Protests begin in parts of the country as demonstrators demand justice for Albert Ojwang’s death; police lob teargas at a crowd in Nairobi CBD.
By 1 month ago
Justice for Ojwang: Protests erupt in Nairobi and Mombasa
Man shot during protests in Nairobi
The victim, reportedly a mask vendor, was shot at close range.
By 1 month ago
Man shot during protests in Nairobi
Lagat pushed to resign despite 'stepping aside'
enyans have pushed DIG of Police Eliud Lagat to resign shortly after announcing that he would be stepping aside to allow impartial investigation into the death of teacher Albert Ojwang.
By 1 month ago
Lagat pushed to resign despite 'stepping aside'
Albert Ojwang's father thanks President Ruto for call, Sh2m contribution
Meshack Opiyo, the father to Albert Ojwang’, has expressed his gratitude to President William Ruto for condoling with the family of the 31-year-old teacher.
By 1 month ago
Albert Ojwang's father thanks President Ruto for call, Sh2m contribution
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Mic check: How Kindiki found his voice in grassroots empowerment drives
Whether motivated by loyalty, ambition, or both, DP Kindiki has undergone a subtle but striking transformation in recent weeks.
By 1 month ago
Mic check: How Kindiki found his voice in grassroots empowerment drives
Two vehicles torched as protests escalate in CBD
Ojwang’s death: At least two cars set ablaze as tensions between police and protesters escalate in Nairobi CBD; demonstrators demand resignation of DIG Eliud Lagat.
By 1 month ago
Two vehicles torched as protests escalate in CBD
Budget 2025: What's in it for you?
All eyes are on Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi as he is expected to deliver his first budget since assuming office.
By 1 month ago
Budget 2025: What's in it for you?
The Last Laugh: Why Kenya's most detested carnivore deserves better
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By Maryann Muganda
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Retail investors win big as Nairobi bourse drops 100 minimum shares
Business
By Clare Ochieng and Macharia Kamau
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Edi Gathegi shines as Mister Terrific in Superman 2025
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