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Tony Gachoka: State has lost its moral authority
Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, July 15, Gachoka condemned the state’s handling of demonstrations, citing escalating police brutality and the violent suppression of dissent.
By 7 days ago
Tony Gachoka: State has lost its moral authority
Matiang'i denies role in Miguna deportation, extrajudicial killings
Matiang'is says Kenya’s systemic challenges should not be framed in tribal term.
By 8 days ago
Matiang'i denies role in Miguna deportation, extrajudicial killings
Jobs key to stopping protests, says Kagwe
Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe warns Kenya will face youth unrest unless jobs are created to steer young people away from protests and property destruction.
By 10 days ago
Jobs key to stopping protests, says Kagwe
Courts must be firm or risk chaos, warns Murkomen
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged the Judiciary to take severe action against what he described as anarchists, warning that leniency could destabilise the country.
By 10 days ago
Courts must be firm or risk chaos, warns Murkomen
Youth urged to lead fight against graft
Young people have been urged to take the lead in fighting corruption instead of facing persecution for activism, as leaders called for their involvement in tackling graft.
By 11 days ago
Youth urged to lead fight against graft
'Bread-based, not broad-based': Natembeya tears into government hypocrisy
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has accused the national government of hypocrisy, claiming leaders use a so-called broad-based approach to silence critics while rewarding tribal voting blocs.
By 13 days ago
'Bread-based, not broad-based': Natembeya tears into government hypocrisy
Kenya's vote for LGBTQ rights protection at UN sparks controversy
The mandate allows continued documentation of human rights violations against LGBTQ+ persons globally a key tool in international accountability.
By 13 days ago
Kenya's vote for LGBTQ rights protection at UN sparks controversy
Maraga: It's time to hold President Ruto accountable
Former CJ David Maraga condemns killings and destruction of property during Saba Saba protests, accuses President Ruto’s government of weaponising police and military against unarmed Kenyans
By 14 days ago
Maraga: It's time to hold President Ruto accountable
Women leaders call for protection during nationwide protests
Dr. Wamai criticised the state’s failure to uphold its constitutional duty to protect citizens.
By 14 days ago
Women leaders call for protection during nationwide protests
Thiga released on bail as court rejects state bid to detain her over protests
Democratic Congress Party (DCP) youth leader Wanjiku Thiga has been freed on bail days after her arrest at Kamakis, Ruiru in Kiambu over the Gen Z protests.
By 18 days ago
Thiga released on bail as court rejects state bid to detain her over protests
CHADEMA demands answers over alleged plot to poison Lissu in custody
Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA) has demanded an immediate investigation into reports of an alleged plot to poison its National Chairman, Tundu Lissu, while in detention in Tanzania.
By 19 days ago
CHADEMA demands answers over alleged plot to poison Lissu in custody
'This is state terror': Muturi warns over night police abductions
Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has accused police of turning into agents of terror by abducting citizens under the guise of law enforcement.
By 20 days ago
'This is state terror': Muturi warns over night police abductions
Martin Oloo: Protest zones bill is fear of accountability
A proposed law to restrict protests in Kenya is facing sharp criticism, with a lawyer calling it a fear-driven move to silence dissent
By 20 days ago
Martin Oloo: Protest zones bill is fear of accountability
Karua accuses government of sponsoring chaos to cling on power
Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, July 1, Karua claimed the state was enabling terror by hiring goons and using excessive force on peaceful demonstrators.
By 21 days ago
Karua accuses government of sponsoring chaos to cling on power
Boniface Mwangi accuses State of using fear, sexual violence to crush Gen Z protests
Mwangi argued that the government's objective is to render protesting too dangerous to consider.
By 22 days ago
Boniface Mwangi accuses State of using fear, sexual violence to crush Gen Z protests
Ruto calls protests 'anarchy dressed in freedom colours' as traders count losses
President William Ruto has described the recent Gen Z protests as “anarchy dressed in freedom colours” after traders across the country reported heavy losses and destruction.
By 25 days ago
Ruto calls protests 'anarchy dressed in freedom colours' as traders count losses
Traffic returns as city recovers from protest chaos
Motorists in Nairobi faced heavy traffic on Thursday morning, as the capital recovered from the aftermath of nationwide protests and the usual weekday rush.
By 26 days ago
Traffic returns as city recovers from protest chaos
Babu Owino's security withdrawn over 'protests support'
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino claims his security has been withdrawn, terms incident as ‘government intimidation’ and retaliation for his support of Wednesday’s protests.
By 26 days ago
Babu Owino's security withdrawn over 'protests support'
'We cannot allow Kenya to slide into anarchy,' Kindiki says after protests
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned that Kenya will not be allowed to slide into anarchy, following Wednesday’s nationwide protests that turned violent.
By 26 days ago
'We cannot allow Kenya to slide into anarchy,' Kindiki says after protests
Kenyans unbowed by government warnings on protests
Kenyans have vowed to continue with tomorrows demonstration despite government warnings.
By 28 days ago
Kenyans unbowed by government warnings on protests
U.S. strike on Iran could spark economic, security fallout for Kenya - scholar warns
The scholar noted that intervention was bound to happen following Iran’s threats to Israel.
By 29 days ago
U.S. strike on Iran could spark economic, security fallout for Kenya -  scholar warns
Understanding infertility: The myths and misconceptions
Infertility in men and women as we mark infertility awareness month Dr. Kireki Omanwa, President of the Kenya Obstetrical and Gynecological Society explains more.
By 1 month ago
Understanding infertility: The myths and misconceptions
Suspect arrested in Nairobi with 21 detonators
Police arrest suspect in Nairobi found with 21 detonators, handed over to Anti-Terrorism Police Unit as investigations continue.
By 1 month ago
Suspect arrested in Nairobi with 21 detonators
University students condemn police brutality on protesters
University students have condemned the police brutality witnessed on Tuesday during the protest for justice following blogger Albert Ojwang’s murder.
By 1 month ago
University students condemn police brutality on protesters
Jerusha Muthoni: 'I'm not a government project'
One woman with repeated appearances at official functions has been the subject of viral online discussions. 
By 1 month ago
Jerusha Muthoni: 'I'm not a government project'
Senator Omtatah demands police overhaul over Ojwang's death in custody
Omtatah says police are conducting a deliberate cover-up in the Ojwang's murder probe.
By 1 month ago
Senator Omtatah demands police overhaul over Ojwang's death in custody
Rogue police officers will be held accountable, says Ruto
President William Ruto has vowed that his administration will protect citizens from rogue police officers and hold to account any officer who does not operate under the rule of law.
By 1 month ago
Rogue police officers will be held accountable, says Ruto
EU joins calls for justice following Albert Ojwang's death in police custody
The European Union has added its voice to growing calls for justice and accountability in the wake of the death of Kenyan teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody.
By 1 month ago
EU joins calls for justice following Albert Ojwang's death in police custody
Shutdown this government, Maraga says over Albert Ojwang murder
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has called for the shutdown of President William Ruto’s administration, citing state failure and alleged state-sponsored terror.
By 1 month ago
Shutdown this government, Maraga says over Albert Ojwang murder
Health Ministry under fire after partnering with BAT in health campaign
A lobby group accuses the Ministry of Health of violating Kenyan law and international treaty by involving BAT Kenya in a health campaign for transport workers.
By 1 month ago
Health Ministry under fire after partnering with BAT in health campaign
Police arrest four with plastic guns in Nairobi
Police have arrested four suspects who were found in possession of plastic toy guns(revolvers) in Nairobi.
By 1 month ago
Police arrest four with plastic guns in Nairobi
Slovenian President Natasa Pirc Musar in Kenya for three-day state visit
Slovenia President Natasa Pirc Musar arrives in Kenya for a three-day state visit, to grace Madaraka Day celebrations, and hold talks with President Ruto.
By 1 month ago
Slovenian President Natasa Pirc Musar in Kenya for three-day state visit
'I have no conflict of interest,' Ann Nderitu tells MPs
Ann Nderitu confirms she is still serving as Registrar of Political Parties despite her nomination for the IEBC commissioner role; declares Sh138 million net worth.
By 1 month ago
'I have no conflict of interest,' Ann Nderitu tells MPs
Why you should not misuse antibiotics
Some people believe that antibiotics are fit for use in the treatment of common diseases such as a cold or cough. However, experts warn that is not the case.
By 1 month ago
Why you should not misuse antibiotics
Kang'ata: Consolidated funds need proper planning
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has urged parliamentarians to ensure that the proposed consolidation of bursary funds will be sufficient to serve its intended purpose.
By 2 months ago
Kang'ata: Consolidated funds need proper planning
Tony Gachoka: State has lost its moral authority
Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, July 15, Gachoka condemned the state’s handling of demonstrations, citing escalating police brutality and the violent suppression of dissent.
By 7 days ago
Tony Gachoka: State has lost its moral authority
Matiang'i denies role in Miguna deportation, extrajudicial killings
Matiang'is says Kenya’s systemic challenges should not be framed in tribal term.
By 8 days ago
Matiang'i denies role in Miguna deportation, extrajudicial killings
Jobs key to stopping protests, says Kagwe
Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe warns Kenya will face youth unrest unless jobs are created to steer young people away from protests and property destruction.
By 10 days ago
Jobs key to stopping protests, says Kagwe
Courts must be firm or risk chaos, warns Murkomen
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged the Judiciary to take severe action against what he described as anarchists, warning that leniency could destabilise the country.
By 10 days ago
Courts must be firm or risk chaos, warns Murkomen
Youth urged to lead fight against graft
Young people have been urged to take the lead in fighting corruption instead of facing persecution for activism, as leaders called for their involvement in tackling graft.
By 11 days ago
Youth urged to lead fight against graft
KWS moots new products amid park fees hike
Business
By Graham Kajilwa
6 mins ago
Athletes express confidence ahead of Tokyo Worlds
Athletics
By Stephen Rutto
1 hr ago
Tips for building wealth after a major financial loss
Managing Your Money
By Anjellah Owino
1 hr ago
Kinale eye girls' rugby 7s national title
Rugby
By Elizabeth Mburugu
2 hrs ago
Build your self-worth with every decision
Wellness
By Eve Waruingi
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MP, journalist sue police chiefs over charges
National
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2 hrs ago