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Ruto will still lose 2027 polls even with Raila's support- Sifuna

ODM SG Sifuna claims that even with Raila Odinga’s support, Ruto would not win re-election.

Ruto will still lose 2027 polls even with Raila's support- Sifuna

How Raila's AUC candidature silenced opposition voices

How Raila's AUC candidature silenced opposition voices

UNGA President Philemon Yang in Kenya for 5-day official visit

UNGA President Philemon Yang in Kenya for 5-day official visit

Explainer: Sudan's RSF and its ties to Kenya

Explainer: Sudan's RSF and its ties to Kenya

Guterres backs Africa's push for UN Security Council representation

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres continues to push for Africa’s call for permanent representation on the UN Security Council, saying it is long overdue.

Guterres backs Africa's push for UN Security Council representation

ODPP sends senior prosecutor on leave after bribery allegations

ODPP sends a senior prosecutor on compulsory leave over allegations of soliciting bribe to fast-track court cases, pending investigations.

ODPP sends senior prosecutor on leave after bribery allegations

PLO Lumumba: Why Raila lost AUC chairmanship

Lumumba criticised the campaign procedure used by Odinga, accusing him and his allies of presenting the position as if Odinga were the ‘president of presidents.’

PLO Lumumba: Why Raila lost AUC chairmanship

Kenya confirms three new Mpox cases

Kenya confirms three new Mpox cases in Busia; Health Ministry warns of a high risk of importing Marburg and Ebola viruses from neighboring Tanzania and Sudan.

Kenya confirms three new Mpox cases

Flower or money bouquets? The new Valentine's Day trend

The trend has gained popularity on social media, with many showcasing their customised money bouquets.

Flower or money bouquets? The new Valentine's Day trend

Pictorial: How Kenyans are celebrating Valentines

Kenyans celebrate Valentine’s Day across the country.

Pictorial: How Kenyans are celebrating Valentines

UDA to begin second phase of grassroots elections in April

UDA to hold second phase of grassroots polls on April 11-12 across 22 counties, including Machakos, Mombasa, and Kisumu, Elections Board chairperson Mwaura.

UDA to begin second phase of grassroots elections in April

Why government approved consumption of water buffaloes

The consumption of water buffaloes idea was inspired by President William Ruto’s state visit to India in December 2024, where Kenya sought a partnership to boost its dairy sector.

Why government approved consumption of water buffaloes

Man abducted in Timau freed after 3 months, LSK says

Simon Muteti, allegedly abducted in Timau, Laikipia on October 2024 found alive and has reunited with his family; LSK President Faith Odhiambo confirms.

Man abducted in Timau freed after 3 months, LSK says

Azimio senators dramatically occupy majority seats

Azimio senators take up Majority seats in the Senate following a landmark court ruling that declared the opposition coalitIon the majority in Parliament.

Azimio senators dramatically occupy majority seats

'Avoid simping' Morara Kebaso tells elected leaders

Morara Kebaso, Inject Party leader has called on elected leaders to be objective and stop sycophancy to get the President’s favour.

'Avoid simping' Morara Kebaso tells elected leaders

Kenya braces for setbacks in clean energy goals as global funds cut

Country faces challenges in achieving 100pc clean energy by 2030 due to funds constraints.Despite setbacks, it continues to leverage renewable resources.

Kenya braces for setbacks in clean energy goals as global funds cut

Senate resumes sittings, outlines agenda for budget, revenue bills

Senate reconvenes on Tuesday, to prioritise reconstitution of key Senate Committees, critical financial and legislative matters; Majority Leader Senator Aaron Cheruiyot says.

Senate resumes sittings, outlines agenda for budget, revenue bills

Ruto: Africa raises record 12 trillion in development funding

President Ruto says Africa raised Sh12.9t ($100 billion) in concessional funding through the International Development Association window of the World Bank.

Ruto: Africa raises record 12 trillion in development funding

What Ruto discussed with US State Secretary Rubio

President Ruto held a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, discussing bilateral relations and security issues across eastern Africa.

What Ruto discussed with US State Secretary Rubio

Ministry orders closure of unregistered aesthetic clinics after uproar

Health Ministry orders KMPDC to shut down all unregistered aesthetic clinics nationwide; beauty spas banned from offering invasive medical procedures without a license.

Ministry orders closure of unregistered aesthetic clinics after uproar

Amnesty calls for civilian protection ahead of EAC-SADC summit

Amnesty International condemns ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), calling on all parties to uphold human rights and prioritise civilian safety.

Amnesty calls for civilian protection ahead of EAC-SADC summit

'You should know better,' ministry tells Kalonzo over 'reckless' DRC remarks

Foreign Affairs condemns Kalonzo Musyoka’s remarks dismissing President William Ruto’s mediation efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), terming them reckless.

'You should know better,' ministry tells Kalonzo over 'reckless' DRC remarks

Mixed reactions as Mnangagwa backs deportation of 545 Zimbabweans

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has fully endorsed US President Donald Trump’s decision to repatriate illegal immigrants, including 545 Zimbabwean citizens.

Mixed reactions as Mnangagwa backs deportation of 545 Zimbabweans

Autopsy: How Justus Mutumwa, Martin Mwau died

Abductions: Justus Mutumwa and Martin Mwau died from multiple abdominal and chest injuries caused by a blunt object and strangulation, pathologist Richard Njoroge says.

Autopsy: How Justus Mutumwa, Martin Mwau died

Govt reiterates active ban on Shisha

Ministry of Health has reminded the public of the active ban on Shisha citing public health impacts.

Govt reiterates active ban on Shisha

Mt.Kenya waiting for Uhuru's direction - Kioni says

Jubilee SG Jeremiah Kioni says that Mount Kenya voters are regretting having ignored former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s warning over his successor.

Mt.Kenya waiting for Uhuru's direction - Kioni says

Rights groups question Kanja, Amin on whereabouts of missing Mlolongo 3

Human rights groups including Amnesty question DCI boss Amin and IG Kanja’s response regarding whereabouts of missing Mlolongo 3, call for speedy investigations.

Rights groups question Kanja, Amin on whereabouts of missing Mlolongo 3

Civil society groups urge IEBC selection panel to uphold integrity

Civil society organisations have called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) selection panel to uphold integrity in the recruitment of new commissioners.

Civil society groups urge IEBC selection panel to uphold integrity

Explainer: DRC conflict- how did we get here?

Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi has refused direct talks with the M23, insisting on discussions only with the Rwandan government;vows to restore government authority in the east.

Explainer: DRC conflict- how did we get here?

Ruto in Egypt as EAC leaders meeting on DRC crisis falls through

President William Ruto on a two-day State visit to Egypt, received by President Fattah El-Sisi; talks centered on DRC crisis and security matters in Somalia and Sudan.

Ruto in Egypt as EAC leaders meeting on DRC crisis falls through

Tshisekedi to skip EAC meeting amid DRC crisis

DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi to skip crisis talks on Goma with Rwandan counterpart Paul Kagame, state media reports; summit was set for emergency discussions.

Tshisekedi to skip EAC meeting amid DRC crisis

Ruto engages Macron, US State Secretary Rubio on DRC crisis

President William Ruto holds bilateral talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, discuss Haiti and Kenya's role in promoting peace within the region.

Ruto engages Macron, US State Secretary Rubio on DRC crisis

'The mountain is not lost,' says Kabogo

ICT Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has assured that the Mount Kenya region remains unaffected by shifting political alliances

'The mountain is not lost,' says Kabogo

All devolved functions to be transferred to counties next week

Counties will receive pending and allocated funds for January and February by next month following an agreement between the Treasury and the Council of Governors.

All devolved functions to be transferred to counties next week

Salasya: I am being intimidated for criticising the President

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya now claims that President William Ruto threatened him after his bold criticism during his tour in Mumias

Salasya: I am being intimidated for criticising the President

Judges and magistrates condemn CJ Koome's security withdrawal

Kenya Magistrates and Judges Association condemns withdrawal of CJ Martha Koome’s security, says she was unaware of NPS’s decision; at least 23 judicial officers recalled.

Judges and magistrates condemn CJ Koome's security withdrawal

'You went too public with security withdrawal issue,' Murkomen to CJ Koome

Interior CS Murkomen says CJ Martha Koome’s security withdrawal was a routine matter, dismisses concerns, terming it a ‘small matter’ that he is handling.

'You went too public with security withdrawal issue,' Murkomen to CJ Koome

South Sudan shuts down social media for 30 days

South Sudan orders temporary ban on social media for 30 days, citing concerns on spread of graphic content linked to violence against South Sudanese in neighboring Sudan.

South Sudan shuts down social media for 30 days

Kenyan-born bank executive found dead in London

Police in the United Kingdom have launched an investigation into the death of a Kenyan-born woman in South East London.

Kenyan-born bank executive found dead in London

Government urges caution as fire ravages 300,000 acres in Isiolo

At least 300,000 acres were destroyed by fire in Garbatulla and Cherab sub-counties in Isiolo, but no damage to human settlement, Interior CS Murkomen says.

Government urges caution as fire ravages 300,000 acres in Isiolo

What Trump's WHO and climate withdrawals mean for Africa

Donald Trump’s executive orders initiating the United States’ withdrawal process from WHO are expected to significantly impact global health and climate change efforts.

What Trump's WHO and climate withdrawals mean for Africa

Governors urge clinical officers to end strike

Council of Governors has called on clinical officers to resume work as discussions on their grievances are ongoing.

Governors urge clinical officers to end strike

SHA experienced system overload - Moses Kuria

Social Health Authority has been experiencing system challenges after many people were onboarded.

SHA experienced system overload - Moses Kuria

Two more Mpox Cases confirmed in Kenya

Kenya confirms two new Mpox cases in Kericho and Taita Taveta counties, raising total to 33; Health Ministry urges schools to enhance safety measures to curb spread.

Two more Mpox Cases confirmed in Kenya

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