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Raila calls for probe into Ong'ondo Were killing as he is laid to rest

ODM leader Raila Odinga has termed the death of Kasipul MP Peter Ong’ondo Were a political assassination and called for a thorough investigation to hold his killers accountable.

By Denis Omondi 25 mins ago

Raila calls for probe into Ong'ondo Were killing as he is laid to rest

Appeal court overturns three-judge bench in Gachagua impeachment case

By Nancy Gitonga 30 mins ago

'I will represent myself', businessman Aroko tells lawyers Omari and Ombeta

'I will represent myself', businessman Aroko tells lawyers Omari and Ombeta

By Pkemoi Ng'eno and Fred Kagonye 1 hr ago

Kenya pushes for new law to tighten control on weapons-linked goods

Kenya pushes for new law to tighten control on weapons-linked goods

By David Njaaga 2 hrs ago

CS Ruku orders probe into alleged NYS systemic procurement irregularities

CS for Public Service Geoffrey Ruku has announced several measures to address systemic procurement irregularities within the National Youth Service.

By Muriithi Mugo 2 hrs ago

CS Ruku orders probe into alleged NYS systemic procurement irregularities

Court: Only IPOA can probe police killings, disappearances

The court also declined to refer all cases of enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings by the government to the ICC stating that Kenya is not a failed state.

By Nancy Gitonga 3 hrs ago

Court: Only IPOA can probe police killings, disappearances

Oswago distances himself from chicken gate scandal

Former (IEBC) Chief Executive Officer James Oswago has distanced himself from the infamous chicken gate election scandal.

By Ronald Kipruto 4 hrs ago

Oswago distances himself from chicken gate scandal

Governors push for Sh536 billion allocation to counties in new financial year

The Council of Governors (COG) is lobbying for at least Sh536 billion to be included in the 2025/2026 national budget for counties.

By Mary Imenza and Jackline Inyanji 4 hrs ago

Governors push for Sh536 billion allocation to counties in new financial year

Late Cheluget's son threatens to sue Ruto over Narok land dispute

Cheluget's son has threatened legal action against President William Ruto over claims that the president purchased 5,600 acres of land in Narok South from the deceased.

By George Sayagie 4 hrs ago

Late Cheluget's son threatens to sue Ruto over Narok land dispute

Diabetes treatment to drop by 50 per cent

The government will reduce the cost of medication for diabetes patients by 50 per cent.

By Anthony Gitonga 4 hrs ago

Diabetes treatment to drop by 50 per cent

Pope Leo XIV: From Chicago to the Vatican, a humble journey to the papacy

The 133 cardinals elected the new pope on Thursday evening, the second day of the conclave held behind the sealed doors of the Sistine Chapel since 1492.

By Anjellah Owino 5 hrs ago

Pope Leo XIV: From Chicago to the Vatican, a humble journey to the papacy

UoN: Prof Hutchinson reinstated as acting VC

The Ministry of Education has reinstated Prof Jesang Hutchinson as acting Vice Chancellor.

By Lewis Nyaundi 5 hrs ago

UoN: Prof Hutchinson reinstated as acting VC

Ruto hands over 47 disease surveillance vehicles to counties

President William Ruto has handed over 47 disease surveillance motor vehicles to county governments, strengthening Kenya’s public health infrastructure.

By David Njaaga 5 hrs ago

Ruto hands over 47 disease surveillance vehicles to counties

How police used forensic tools to nab suspects in Kasipul MP murder

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja on Thursday said a forensic analysis of the firearms collected directly links one to the shots that killed the MP.

By Okumu Modachi 5 hrs ago

How police used forensic tools to nab suspects in Kasipul MP murder

Court rejects plea to empanel bench in KDF deployment case

LSK has lost its bid to have its case challenging the deployment of KDF during June last year's Finance Bill demonstrations heard by a three-judge bench.

By Nancy Gitonga 5 hrs ago

Court rejects plea to empanel bench in KDF deployment case

Fresh storm brews at UoN over disputed VC appointment

The appointment comes after it emerged that Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba extended the term for Prof Hutchinson, as acting VC.

By Lewis Nyaundi 9 hrs ago

Fresh storm brews at UoN over disputed VC appointment

CDF debate rages as public participation phase closes

Public participation on the Constitutional (Amendment) Bill, 2025 came to a close on Thursday, even as questions over the legitimacy of the process characterised the undertaking.

By Josphat Thiongó 9 hrs ago

CDF debate rages as public participation phase closes

Court to determine whether Gachagua is reinstated as deputy president or...

Parliament shot itself in the foot by arguing that DCJ Philomena Mwilu had powers to empanel a three-judge bench that lifted orders freezing the removal of former DP Rigathi Gachagua.

By Kamau Muthoni 9 hrs ago

Court to determine whether Gachagua is reinstated as deputy president or...

Ruto nominates little known Ethekon as IEBC chairman

President William Ruto has nominated Erastus Edung Ethekon as the new chairman of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.

By Edwin Nyarangi 9 hrs ago

Ruto nominates little known Ethekon as IEBC chairman

Edward Kwach: Farewell to radio trailblazer

Father Justice (Rtd) Kwach says despite meningitis, the broadcaster never lost his warmth.

By Emmanuel Kipchumba 11 hrs ago

Edward Kwach: Farewell to radio trailblazer

Counties ready to pay Sh 4.7 B bill, ask KPLC to do same

Ali said Nairobi County is owed Sh802 million, Kirinyaga County Sh192 million, and Machakos County Sh41 million in wayleave charges.

By Edwin Nyarangi 17 hrs ago

Counties ready to pay Sh 4.7 B bill, ask KPLC to do same

President Ruto congratulates Pope Leo XIV on his election

The new pontiff was introduced in Latin with his chosen papal name.

By Mate Tongola 20 hrs ago

President Ruto congratulates Pope Leo XIV on his election

Kenya, UAE sign MoU on military cooperation, economic development

Kenya and the United Arab Emirates have signed seven agreements aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation.

By PCS 21 hrs ago

Kenya, UAE sign MoU on military cooperation, economic development

Ruto nominates Erastus Ethekon as IEBC chairperson

Names of the nominees have been sent to Parliament for approval.

By Mate Tongola 22 hrs ago

Ruto nominates Erastus Ethekon as IEBC chairperson

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