KENYA NEWS

In a Sunday address at the Kamumu Full Gospel Church in Mbeere, Embu County, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki issued a robust caution to his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua and his supporters, accusing them of inciting public unrest against the government. While refraining from mentioning Gachagua…

The police have raised questions after revealing that it took around 42 days for the family to identify the body of activist Ibrahim Hilal Mwiti after it was initially discovered. This delay occurred despite confirmation of his identity by police shortly after its discovery. Mwiti's body was found…

The Hustler Fund in Kenya is facing a critical juncture, with disbursements plummeting by 93.3 per cent, from an initial allocation of Sh12 billion to just Sh800 million in the financial year ending June 2024. This dramatic decrease is closely tied to a rising number of micro-loan defaults that…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly criticized President William Ruto, alleging attempts to divide the Mt Kenya region. Gachagua, who was impeached in October 2024, contends that his opposition to the proposed division—sought by Ruto to split the region into East and West—was a…

At the funeral of Moses Wetang'ula's mother, President William Ruto addressed concerns regarding abductions and forced disappearances of government critics. Ruto assured attendees that he has implemented decisive measures aimed at eradicating such practices, which have resulted in the tragic…

Kenya has welcomed the birth of twin elephant calves in the Shimba Hills National Reserve, located in Kwale County. This announcement, celebrated by Kenya Wildlife Services (KWS), marks the third instance of twin elephant births in the nation over the last three years. KWS expresses their…

The United Progressive Alliance (UPA) is embarking on a significant rebranding campaign in a strategic initiative to expand its presence across Kenya. This effort comes on the heels of former Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i's engagement with a Canadian lobbying firm to support his candidacy for…

In recent weeks, six young Kenyans, allegedly abducted by state security officers, remain missing, prompting significant distress among their families as they prepare to usher in the new year. Reports indicate that these abductions coincide with youth-led protests that emerged in June 2024, leading…

President William Ruto’s recent acquisition of a historic property in Narok County is garnering considerable attention. The President has selected his palatial home in Kilgoris as a preferred retreat, where he has spent the end-of-year holidays with family and hosted numerous official guests. This…

Presidents William Ruto of Kenya and Yoweri Museveni of Uganda were honoured as Luo elders during the Piny Luo cultural festival held in Siaya. The three-day festival concluded on Thursday and featured a ceremony in which Ker Odungi Randa officiated the installation of the two leaders. Former Prime…