Orengo, Babu Owino stir crowd, invoke Baba's legacy

Siaya Governor James Orengo on Friday said major political and constitutional changes in Kenya have been shaped at Ufungamano House, as he rallied supporters of the 'Linda Mwananchi' faction.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Linda Mwananchi faction accuses Ruto of meddling in ODM affairs

Babu Owino condemns police deployment, attempts to disrupt Linda Mwananchi meeting, terms ongoing ODM SDC illegal; Sifuna accuses Pres Ruto of orchestrating party takeover.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Sifuna, Babu Owino overpower police, enter Ufungamano house

Edwin Sifuna, Babu Owino, and James Orengo, alongside other Linda Mwananchi leaders overpower police, gain entry into Ufungamano House amid tight security.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

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Parents urged to verify national exam registration before March 31

Parents have been urged to confirm their children's registration for national exams before the March 31 deadline to avoid last-minute disruptions.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Youth seek Blue Economy financing

Kenyan youth are increasingly looking to the blue economy for business and employment opportunities as new financing initiatives aim to unlock the potential of the fisheries sector.

By Mike Kihaki 12 days ago

Fears as airfares rise due to fuel shortage

Vivo Energy notifies customers of temporary fuel stock-outs at some stations countrywide, says working to replenish affected sites.

By Mike Kihaki 12 days ago

Government pushes stronger industry, academia partnerships

The government has called for deeper collaboration between universities, technical training institutions and industry to accelerate research commercialization, innovation and job creation.

By Mike Kihaki 12 days ago

Kenya faces pressure to meet AFCON 2027 hosting demands

Kenya's ambitious plan to host the 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) faces a hurdle over both funding and infrastructure readiness.

By Mike Kihaki 12 days ago

Kenya secures Sh374 billion investment deals

Kenya has secured more than Sh374 billion in new and reinvested capital across 20 strategic investment deals spanning seven sectors.

By Mike Kihaki 13 days ago

Win for farmers as government reduces maize seed prices

Farmers across the country are set to benefit from reduced seed prices after the government announced a subsidy programme aimed at making farm inputs more affordable and increasing food production.

By Mike Kihaki 13 days ago

Harambee Stars seek redemption in Rwanda after Senegal defeat, says McCarthy

Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy says the team is determined to bounce back from their heavy defeat to Senegal as they prepare for the upcoming FIFA Series.

By Mike Kihaki 14 days ago

Alarm as boys lag behind in Drama and Music festivals

Education stakeholders are raising alarm over the declining participation of boys in school drama and music festivals across Kenya, warning that the trend is leaving the boy child underrepresented.

By Mike Kihaki 14 days ago

KNH gives families seven days to claim 480 bodies or risk disposal

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) will dispose of 480 bodies if families fail to identify and claim them within seven days.

By Mike Kihaki 14 days ago

Families on high alert as floods kill 84, displace several

The govt has placed several families on high alert after rivers burst their banks across parts of Western, Coast, and Rift Valley regions, following heavy rains that have so far killed 84 people.

By Mike Kihaki 14 days ago

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Intern tutors' future uncertain after ruling

Over 44,000 intern teachers face an uncertain future after the Court of Appeal ruled the TSC internship programme unconstitutional, prompting calls for permanent employment and compensation.

By Mike Kihaki 14 days ago

KUPPET urges TSC to compensate 44,000 intern teachers after court ruling

The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has called on the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to compensate them for the years they have worked under internship contracts.

By Mike Kihaki 15 days ago

Irrigation key to closing gender gap in water security, PS Kimotho says

Women and girls continue to bear the heaviest burden of water insecurity in Kenya despite contributing up to 70 per cent of all agricultural labour.

By Mike Kihaki 15 days ago

Sossion blames quality assurance for the challenges in the education sector

implementation of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and the transition of learners into senior secondary pathways continue, concerns about funding, infrastructure, and teacher preparedness.

By Mike Kihaki 15 days ago

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Public schools pushed to breaking point with Sh66b funding gap

Public schools face a crisis as a Sh66 billion funding gap strains operations, risking disruptions and potential student dropouts.

By Mike Kihaki 15 days ago

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Social ills dominate the Nairobi Schools drama festival

Social issues took centre stage at the Nairobi Schools Drama Festival, with students using theatre, dance, and spoken word to highlight challenges affecting youth wellbeing.

By Mike Kihaki 15 days ago

Keep off the Church, opposition leaders tell Ruto

Opposition leaders have called on President William Ruto to respect the independence of the church, accusing his government of intimidating religious institutions.

By Mike Kihaki 16 days ago

Sakaja defends riverbank evictions

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has defended the ongoing evictions and demolitions along riverbanks in Nairobi, saying the county government will continue reclaiming riparian land.

By Mike Kihaki 16 days ago

'Nairobi is not a village': Aladwa fires back at Gachagua's city plan

ODM leaders in Nairobi have warned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that his proposals for the capital amount to a recipe for disorder, taking direct aim at his 2027 political campaign.

By Mike Kihaki 16 days ago

Kenya launches campaign, extends amnesty to citizens in Russian military

Kenya will launch a nationwide campaign to protect citizens from trafficking, illegal recruitment, and exploitation abroad.

By Mike Kihaki 16 days ago

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From theatre to Kamiti: How second-hand phone turned neurosurgeon to murder convict

The prosecution argued that Munyao was part of a gang that attacked Moses Gituma at his home on October 23, 2005, inflicting fatal injuries.

By Mike Kihaki 18 days ago

Millicent Omanga ditches UDA for Gachagua's DCP

Former nominated senator Millicent Omanga ditches UDA for DCP, faults President Ruto for failing to fulfill 50-50 gender representation in his administration.

By Mike Kihaki 19 days ago

Aviation union issues 7-day strike notice over breach of return-to-work deal

KAWU has issued a seven-day strike notice to the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), citing breach of a return-to-work agreement that restored calm in the sector weeks ago.

By Mike Kihaki 19 days ago

University debts hit Sh98 billion

A section of Members of Parliament has raised concerns over ballooning debt in public universities.

By Mike Kihaki 20 days ago

'Your conduct is unbecoming,' Babu and Orengo tell Ruto

Linda Mwananchi brigade has sharply criticised President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for what they called "unethical and unbecoming" public outbursts.

By Mike Kihaki 20 days ago

'It was an error': Nyakango walks back Sh45m report on Joyce Kindiki's office

The Controller of Budget, Margaret Nyakang'o, has clarified that the Office of the Spouse of the Deputy President did not spend funds as previously indicated.

By Mike Kihaki 20 days ago

Why Winnie Odinga is now ODM's peace offering ahead of March NDC

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) delegates in Nairobi have backed East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga for deputy party leader.

By Mike Kihaki 21 days ago

TSC warns of healthcare crisis as Sh10bn funding gap hits teachers' medical scheme

More than 400,000 teachers and one million of their dependants' risk losing access to healthcare after the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) disclosed a Sh10 billion shortfall in funding.

By Mike Kihaki 21 days ago

Tuju claims President Ruto using goons to push him out of Karen property

Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has accused President William Ruto of a scheme to seize land in Karen through individuals and goons.

By Mike Kihaki 21 days ago

The deepening divide in Senior school admissions

Transition to senior secondary school has exposed deep cracks in the education system, pitting government assurances against mounting frustration from parents, teachers and policy experts.

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

Kenya secures German backing for 100pc clean energy target

Kenya and Germany have strengthened their decades-long partnership during a two-day official visit by Germany's Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

Kanjama: How integrity is eroding confidence in Judiciary

Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama has raised concern over what he described as declining integrity within the Judiciary and the broader legal profession

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

Nairobi set to anchor UNESCO's regional hub in Africa

Kenya is pushing to position Nairobi as UNESCO's regional hub anchor in Africa.

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

Why Muhoozi wants to 'extinguish' Bobi Wine

Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has triggered international condemnation after issuing graphic threats to kill opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi.

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

Zero to One programme, a relief to many in Dagoretti South

200 vulnerable families in Dagoretti South, Nairobi, receive a lifeline through a food distribution and livelihoods initiative dubbed Zero to One, spearheaded by local food firm Vibo Eats.

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago

Arts and Sports students seek transfers after government extends deadline

he government's decision to extend the school reporting deadline to January 21 has offered temporary relief to parents and administrators grappling with rising education costs.

By Mike Kihaki 2 months ago