KENYA NEWS

Authorities have initiated an investigation into security protocols at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) following a devastating suicide incident that occurred on Friday, November 8. The tragedy has prompted serious questions about safety measures at this prominent Nairobi…

Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu's latest report has uncovered a massive fraud scheme at Kenya Power, where employees collaborated with security personnel and transport contractors to misappropriate over 1.1 million litres of diesel, valued at approximately Sh207.65 million. The fuel, meant for off-…

Raila Odinga officially announced his candidacy for the African Union Commission Chairmanship in Addis Ababa on Friday, outlining an ambitious vision for continental transformation. The former Kenyan Prime Minister positions himself as a transformative leader capable of unlocking Africa's untapped…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua seems to be re-evaluating his political strategy after his recent impeachment. The Senate's momentous decision on October 17, 2024, to uphold five of eleven charges against him, including constitutional violations and allegations of ethnic divisiveness, has…

Kithure Kindiki last Friday assumed the role of Deputy President following the unexpected impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua. Kindiki's inauguration coincided with President William Ruto's diplomatic mission to South Sudan, immediately thrusting him into a position of heightened responsibility during…

President William Ruto on Friday engaged in a telephone conversation with US President-elect Donald Trump, marking an important development in Kenya-US relations. During their discussion, the two leaders explored various areas of mutual interest, focusing on trade, security, and other critical…

William Maina Gakuo, brother-in-law to former President Uhuru Kenyatta, has passed away, according to an obituary published on Saturday, November 9. The announcement has brought profound grief to the Kenyatta family and their close associates. Though maintaining a discreet public profile, Gakuo…

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has dampened the expectations of many Kenyans who were anticipating higher net paychecks following the implementation of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) deductions. This comes after the Treasury Ministry proposed that contributions to the SHIF and…

Lucy Mumbi, a Kenyan mother from Juja, embodies resilience and determination as she navigates the challenges of raising her disabled daughter, Terry Charity, who is currently sitting for her Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination (KCSE) while using an oxygen mask. Terry was born with scoliosis…

Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado has denied any involvement in the brutal murder of Rongo University student Sharon Otieno and her unborn child. Obado, along with his personal assistant Michael Oyamo and Caspal Obiero, are the accused persons charged with Sharon's murder which occurred on…