Hoard fuel at your own peril, Ruto warns marketers

Government warns against creating artificial fuel crisis amid shortages, President Ruto says efforts underway to ease challenges arising from Middle East war

By Esther Nyambura 7 days ago

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Why Kenyans are warming up to a woman president

A survey by the Reykjavik Index for Leadership 2025 shows that three in four Kenyans are comfortable with a woman president.

By Esther Nyambura 7 days ago

You need honest friends! Ruto tells Tuju

President Ruto says ex-CS Raphael Tuju needs honest friends, accuses his political allies of misleading him, and using his misfortune to push 'unnecessary agendas'.

By Esther Nyambura 9 days ago

Suspected mass grave discovered in Kericho, multiple bodies found

Police launch investigations after a suspected mass grave with multiple bodies, some mutilated, discovered at Makaburini cemetery in Kericho County.

By Esther Nyambura, Nikko Tanui and Esther Nyambura 11 days ago

Kenya evacuates 15 nationals from Iran amid Middle East tensions

Kenya evacuates 15 citizens from Iran via Turkey amid ongoing conflict, they're expected to arrive in Nairobi tomorrow, Diaspora Affairs PS Njogu confirms.

By Esther Nyambura 12 days ago

Water supply to State House disrupted after pipeline burst

Affluent Nairobi estates, including State House and Kileleshwa, to go without water until 6pm tomorrow after a burst on Kabete-Kilimani pipeline; restoration underway, Nairobi Water says.

By Esther Nyambura 12 days ago

'We won't be silenced': Standard Group defiant after attack on journalists

Standard Group condemns attacks on journalists in Kitale, Trans Nzoia, over fake ambulance deal coverage, says it won't be silenced, asks police to arrest and charge those responsible.

By Esther Nyambura 12 days ago

Passenger plane veers off runway at Wilson Airport

An aircraft en route to Nairobi from Kisumu crash lands at Wilson Airport, no injuries reported so far, police spokesperson Muchiri says.

By Esther Nyambura 12 days ago

Seven still missing after March 6 floods as more heavy rains loom

The Ministry said efforts to locate the seven missing persons are still ongoing.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

Nairobi Hospital dismisses claims of collapse amid wrangles

Nairobi Hospital Admitting Staff Association disowns members who met President Ruto, claims meeting was informal and did not follow official structure.

By Esther Nyambura 14 days ago

Mixed performance in agriculture, manufacturing sectors in 2025

Sugar production in Kenya declined to 551,800 metric tonnes in 2025, compared with 758,300 tonnes in 2024, KNBS Economic Indicators report shows

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Mpeketoni cotton ginnery nears completion as youth return to farming in Lamu

A cotton ginnery under construction in Mpeketoni, Lamu County, is nearing completion, with contractors reporting that the facility is 95 per cent complete.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

AUC congratulates Museveni on re-election

AUC chairperson Mahmoud Youssouf congratulates Uganda's President-elect Yoweri Museveni on his re-election, commends the conduct of January 15 polls.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Meru County Assembly adopts plan to upgrade Nkubu to municipality

Nkubu town in Meru County is set to be elevated to municipal status after the County Assembly adopted and ratified the proposed Nkubu Municipality Charter.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Government disburses Sh870 million to drought-affected families

Govt disburses Sh870m to drought-affected families in eight arid counties, including Mandera and Turkana; NDMA CEO Hared Adan says 132,780 households to receive the funds.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Government, private sector to introduce BT cotton in Lamu

The government and private sector players have announced plans to introduce BT cotton seeds to farmers in Lamu County, in a move aimed at boosting production.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Nyoro, Babu accuse own parties of losing direction ahead of 2027

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and his Embakasi East counterpart Babu Owino have criticised the leadership of their own parties, saying the parties have lost direction ahead of the 2027 general election.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

No need to panic, Kindiki says as drought bites

Government allocates Sh6 billion for drought response, DP Kindiki urges Kenyans to stay calm; more than nine counties including Wajir, Garissa, and Tana River affected.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Nyakera: Ruto exploiting ODM leaders to split party

DCP Nairobi patron Irungu Nyakera has claimed President William Ruto is working to diminish the Orange Democratic Movement's (ODM) national reach and confine it to the Nyanza region.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

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Inside the construction process and why some buildings collapse

From surveying the land to laying the foundations, from designing floors to installing lifts, a chain of decisions determines whether a building rises safely or collapses.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Five county hospitals set for facelift under Kenya - China agreement

Five public hospitals across the country are set for upgrades following talks between the Kenyan and Chinese governments.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Another building collapses in Nairobi

Building under construction opposite Karen Community Church, Nairobi collapses; three people evacuated, more suspected to be trapped, Kenya Red Cross says.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

KRA intercepts 5000 litres of illicit ethanol near Nairobi's SGR corridor

KRA intercepts 5,000 litres of illicit ethanol valued at Sh16.3m, near Nairobi's SGR corridor, seizes vehicle believed to be used in the operation.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

Kenya's economy grows by 4.9pc in Q3 2025 - KNBS report

Kenya's economy grew by 4.9pc in Q3 2025, up from 4.2pc in Q3 2024; KNBS attributes change to growth in sectors including construction, mining and agriculture.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

IPOA probes fatal shooting of 14-year-old in Kisauni

Investigations into the fatal shooting of Dennis Ringa Swaleh, 14, in Kisauni, Mombasa, ongoing; IPOA says key witnesses interviewed and postmortem conducted.

By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago

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2025 in pictures: How the year unfolded in Kenya and beyond

2025 was marked by several political shifts, public protests, leadership transitions and sporting milestones in Kenya and beyond.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Standard Group senior videographer Rashid Idi dies after short illness

Standard Group senior videographer Rashid Mukoya Idi has died after a short illness, his family has confirmed.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

EACC arrests two traffic officers for bribery

EACC arrests two traffic police officers on Likoni-Lungalunga road for allegedly demanding bribes from motorists, amid festive season crackdown.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

KRA intercepts contraband cigarettes worth Sh72.2 million in Mombasa

KRA intercepts contraband cigarettes worth Sh72.2m in Mombasa; consignment from Cambodia found with cartons of illicit Super Match, Dunhill and Marlboro brands.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Government to withdraw licences of manufacturers producing counterfeit alcohol

Government to withdraw licences, prosecute manufacturers producing substandard alcohol amid crackdown on counterfeit brews, Interior PS Omollo says.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Global revolution: Countries that experienced youth uprising in 2025

Across continents, young people mobilised against corruption, economic hardship, and political exclusion, forcing governments to respond, though outcomes varied widely by country.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Engineers warn Kenya is losing billions through raw mineral exports

Engineers have raised concerns about the state of Kenya's mining sector, warning that the country is losing economic value by exporting raw minerals.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

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Trump tightens US entry ban on 12 African states

President Donald Trump signed a proclamation imposing full travel restrictions and entry limitations on four more African countries in a move that further tightens immigration controls.

By Macharia Kamau and Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Governor Nyaribo grilled over graft claims, economic crimes

Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo grilled over graft claims, he is accused of illegal Sh382m tender award and Sh18m in unauthorised self-payments

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Why Trump has banned, restricted 16 African countries from entering US

President Trump expands US travel ban to five more countries including South Sudan, Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger and Syria; Nigeria, Tanzania and Senegal among those placed under partial restrictions.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Why the Singapore dream is a facade - Experts

Speaking on Spice FM, experts argue that the "Africa's Singapore" narrative is little more than political advertising by a government seeking a comeback ahead of the 2027 General Election.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

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Novelist Meja Mwangi dies, leaving lasting literary legacy

Kenyan author and filmmaker David Dominic Mwangi, popularly known as Meja Mwangi, has died.

By Tania Omusale and Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

IGAD expresses regret over Eritrea's withdrawal from the bloc

IGAD expresses regret over Eritrea's withdrawal from the bloc, says it will continue engaging them to reconsider its position and rejoin.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

Writer and filmmaker Meja Mwangi is dead

Writer and filmmaker Meja Mwangi dies aged 78 in Malindi, his popular books include Kill Me Quick and The Coackroach Dance.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago

KeNHA to close section of Mombasa Road for footbridge construction

Section of Mombasa Road near Panari Hotel to be closed on Thursday and Friday from 10pm to 6am to allow footbridge construction, KeNHA announces.

By Esther Nyambura 3 months ago