KENYA NEWS

As Kenya gears up for the 2027 general elections, concerns are mounting regarding the readiness of the newly appointed commissioners at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). Former IEBC Chief Executive Officer James Oswago has publicly questioned the capacity of the…

Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, died yesterday at the age of 88, following years of reported health challenges. His passing marks the end of a transformative era for the Church and has elicited an outpouring of grief from Catholics worldwide. News of his death…

Mediheal Hospital, a prominent medical facility in Kenya, is currently under intense scrutiny following allegations of unethical kidney transplant practices and potential involvement in organ trafficking. An investigation has been launched in response to concerns raised by international organ…

President William Ruto, addressing congregants during an Easter Sunday service in Ntulele, Narok County, used the occasion to advocate for national unity and reinforce his administration's commitment to combating corruption and improving healthcare access. The President's speech blended…

A cloud of uncertainty hangs over the management of Kenya's eCitizen digital payment platform, with members of parliament raising serious concerns about the transparency and potential risks associated with the consultancy agreement between the government and a consortium of developers. The…

A series of human-wildlife conflicts in Kenya resulted in two fatalities over the weekend. A 14-year-old girl in Nairobi and a 54-year-old man in Nyeri County were killed in separate incidents involving a lion and an elephant, respectively, prompting urgent calls for enhanced safety measures…

As Kenya moves forward with its plan to close privately-owned children’s homes and orphanages in favour of family and community-based care models, senators are urging the national government to first address the escalating issue of homelessness. This initiative, driven by the National Council…

A surge in violent robberies targeting bank customers in Mumias has prompted a high-stakes investigation into a potential organised crime syndicate, with suspicion falling on possible collusion by bank employees. The situation escalated following the fatal shooting of Roselynda Akinyi last…

Kenya, a nation renowned for its dedication to wildlife preservation, confronts an escalating challenge as the illegal trade in animal and plant products undergoes a significant transformation. Recent judicial proceedings and law enforcement actions reveal a concerning trend: traffickers are…

A wave of deceptive job advertisements has triggered widespread concern among job seekers in Kenya, prompting leading institutions to publicly disavow fake postings circulating online. Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) and the Social Health Authority (SHA) are among the prominent organisations…