KENYA NEWS

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Public outrage is mounting in Kenya after Albert Ojwang, a young man detained over a social media post, died while in police custody.  The circumstances surrounding his death have ignited widespread concern about police accountability and sparked calls for an immediate and transparent…
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As Kenya moves closer to the 2027 elections, President William Ruto's administration, the first in the nation's history to be led by two PhD holders, faces increasing scrutiny over its ability to translate academic credentials into effective governance. Ruto, who holds a doctorate in Plant Ecology…
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A Kibera court has sentenced Isaac Khanga to death for two counts of robbery with violence following incidents that occurred on November 3, 2024, in the Madiaba area of Kawangware.  Principal Magistrate Christine Njagi delivered the verdict after a trial that concluded within six months,…
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President William Ruto has vigorously defended his administration's economic policies and progress over the past 1,000 days. The president emphasises his commitment to accountability and stability, even as his tenure faces heightened scrutiny from the media and growing public sentiment expressed…
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The Kenyan government has initiated a program enabling citizens to utilise the Hustler Fund microloan program to cover their Social Health Authority (SHA) premiums.  Effective immediately, this integration allows individuals, particularly those in the informal sector, to finance their health…
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The death of Albert Ojwang, a prominent social media personality, while in police custody at Nairobi's Central Police Station has ignited widespread condemnation and demands for accountability from political figures and human rights activists. Ojwang's death, occurring after his arrest in Homa Bay…
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The scheduled autopsy of Albert Ojwang, a prominent X (formerly Twitter) influencer and teacher who died in police custody, was postponed on Monday, June 9, after Chief Government Pathologist Johansen Oduor recused himself, citing a familial connection to the deceased.  This development…
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is sharpening its stance against the Kenya Kwanza administration as the 2027 general elections loom. Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna has issued a sharp critique of President William Ruto's government. Sifuna contends that the current administration has failed to…
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Kenya is on the cusp of a significant educational transformation as approximately 1.2 million Grade 9 students begin selecting their preferred career pathways.  This initiative is designed to tailor education to students' individual interests, aptitudes, and future career aspirations as they…
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The Kenyan healthcare sector is under intense scrutiny as a parliamentary inquiry commences into allegations of illicit human organ trafficking, with potential ramifications for multiple hospitals and medical professionals across the country.  The investigation, initiated by the National…