From 1,000 dams to gas cylinder prices: Kenyans revive Ruto's old promises in viral X campaign By Kenneth Gachie August 04, 2026 04:49 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter File image of President William Ruto du …
Moses Kuria likens ruling coalition squabbles to sinking 'Titanic' By Kenneth Gachie July 31, 2026 12:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A file photo of Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria. …
President Ruto's post-Vision 2030 address comes under scrutiny By Kenneth Gachie July 31, 2026 10:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto addresses the nation at State House, Nairobi, on J …
US State Department regrets "unfortunate error" after map mislabels every African country at top AIDS summit By Kenneth Gachie July 31, 2026 09:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The U.S. …
Businesswoman Carey Priscilla sparks public outrage over mandatory workplace prayers, withheld lunch By Kenneth Gachie July 30, 2026 01:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenyan businesswoman Carey Priscill …
Businesswoman Carey Priscilla sparks public outrage over mandatory workplace prayers, withheld lunch By Kenneth Gachie July 30, 2026 01:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenyan businesswoman Carey Priscill …
Controversy after university enforces campus ban on bonnets and durags By Kenneth Gachie July 29, 2026 01:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize America's Tuskegee University has announced an …
Outrage after young cyclists captured performing dangerous wheelie stunts along busy highway By Kenneth Gachie July 29, 2026 12:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Outrage has gripped motor …
US actress Skai Jackson apologises to Kenyans over controversial mirror remarks By Kenneth Gachie July 20, 2026 08:33 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter In the viral clip, Skai recalled visiting Kenya and clai …
"Wajinga waliisha Kenya!" How Ol Kalou residents offered a masterclass on fearlessly protecting the vote By Kenneth Gachie July 17, 2026 03:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Guarding the ballot Audio By Vo …
International prices for propane and butane, the main gases used to produce cooking gas, have risen, with butane prices increasing 25.8 per cent and propane prices rising 23.2 per cent in August; Kenyans will likely pay more for liquefied petroleum gas starting next month, adding pressure on households relying on LPG for cooking.
International prices for propane and butane, the main gases used to produce cooking gas, have risen, with butane prices increasing 25.8 per cent and propane prices rising 23.2 per cent in August; Kenyans will likely pay more for liquefied petroleum gas starting next month, adding pressure on households relying on LPG for cooking.
Former Kenyan athlete Beatrice Murugi has been transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital and is expected to undergo surgery later in the week. Her treatment follows a media appeal highlighting her financial struggles with persistent health problems while caring for her child.
East African corporate leaders and high-net-worth investors are registering for the Zambia Golf & Investment Summit 2026, scheduled for October 14–20, jointly organized by Stejos Tours & Travel, Dahlia Safaris, and Zambia's Trekking Tours. The event offers championship golf, networking, and deal sourcing for decision-makers in sectors including AgriBusiness, Tech, Real Estate, Energy, Mining, and Healthcare.
A Small Claims Court rejected filmmaker David "Tosh" Gitonga's application to pay a Ksh. 1.1 million debt in monthly installments of Ksh. 10,000, finding insufficient evidence that he could not pay in full. The debt stems from unpaid work by German filmmaker Christian Kramer during development of Gitonga's Netflix-backed series 'Volume'.
Pan-African investment firm Zaria Group, co-founded by Dallas Mavericks president Masai Ujiri, has partnered with Helios Sports & Entertainment Group to develop a $294 million indoor arena and entertainment district in central Nairobi. The 10,000-seat multi-purpose venue is designed for basketball, music, conferences, and cultural events, and is projected to create roughly 3,500 direct construction jobs and 1,500 permanent operational positions.
The burial of Bosco Kebati, a former Kenya Power employee, sparked public conflict between his first and second families over funeral arrangements and exclusion claims. A content creator daughter from the second family alleged on social media that she and her mother were barred from viewing the body, contributing to the eulogy, and lowering the casket.
A video of politician Millicent Omanga dancing with secondary school students while dressed in a matching school uniform has triggered criticism on social media, with commentators expressing concern that an adult wearing student attire blurs professional boundaries and borders on self-infantilization.
Tanzania has introduced mandatory travel insurance for foreign visitors entering mainland Tanzania, costing Ksh. 5,700 and valid for up to 92 days, though citizens of East African Community and Southern African Development Community states are exempt.
TikTok has notified Kenyan creators to submit tax and residency information as the platform prepares to apply withholding deductions to eligible earnings at reported rates of 5% for residents and 20% for non-residents, though the platform has not clarified when deductions will begin or how rates will apply to different payout types.
Diplomatic correspondence and family petitions reveal that Ugandan citizens were recruited under false promises of civilian employment, coerced into the Russian armed forces, and suffered casualties on Ukrainian frontlines. According to Ukrainian estimates, Russia has recruited about 27,000 foreign nationals from 130 countries since 2022.
Dancehall veteran Redsan has denied circulating rumors that radio presenters were running away or hiding from him out of fear, attributing the misconception to a lighthearted skit by media personality Kwambox and accusing critics of trying to derail momentum around his 30-year anniversary concert.
Six Nigerian nationals accused of defrauding over 100 American women of more than $6 million through online romance scams have been extradited from South Africa to the US. The men, allegedly linked to Black Axe organised crime network, face charges including wire fraud and money laundering.
President Ruto said Kenya remains open to foreign investors and workers who comply with Kenyan laws and regulations, stating that the government has removed barriers to investment. He noted foreign direct investment had grown from $1.6 billion to $3.2 billion.
A Shanzu court has found six Iranians accused of trafficking over a tonne of methamphetamine valued at approximately Sh8.2 billion to have a case to answer. The magistrate ruled that the prosecution had established sufficient evidence to require the six accused persons to present their defence under the Criminal Procedure Code.
Kisii Governor Simba Arati has sparked outrage after defending individuals labeled as "goons," arguing that youth hired to disrupt meetings and cause political mayhem are simply struggling citizens forced by poverty to make a living, and calling on rival leaders to show empathy towards them.
Kenya is expected to receive about Ksh.51.8 billion (equivalent to $400 million) in emergency financing from the World Bank through its Rapid Response Option, with funds aimed at addressing El Niño, an Ebola outbreak in the region, and high energy prices. The financing is expected to be made available within six weeks.
Social media users from Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Uganda, and Zimbabwe have commended Kenya for protecting non-citizens and upholding unity, with many urging their governments to adopt Kenya's model of regional integration and hospitality. The praise followed Kenya's civil society, legal organizations, and citizens mobilizing online and offline to oppose xenophobic rhetoric targeting informal foreign traders and regional migrants.
A 25-second video circulating online shows adult men forcibly handing alcoholic drinks to schoolboys in uniforms in a residential area, sparking public outrage over child exploitation and illegal supply of alcohol to minors.
US-based Kenyan Victoria Bwire-Kettnitz, 57, is competing for the title of New York Fashion Week's Next Runway Star, challenging age-related standards in the modeling industry.
Following weeks of public scrutiny and legal disputes over his late wife's death and burial, Kevin Migwe Kimwatu has shared a detailed tribute honouring their 20-year marriage, reflecting on their life together from when they met and building a family.
Ten people died and many others were critically injured in two separate road accidents: five deaths and eight injuries in a matatu-trailer collision at Twin's Bridge on the Nakuru–Eldoret Highway, and a second incident in Kitui County. Among the deceased were members of a family returning from an Administration Police pass-out parade in Nairobi.
The National Police Service has warned political leaders and supporters of strict enforcement of the Public Order Act ahead of the electioneering period, cautioning that violence, incitement, and disruption of lawful gatherings will attract firm action. The NPS cited observed incidents of political intolerance, violence and thuggery that undermine public order and threaten national cohesion.
Kenyan writer Gladwell Pamba has been shortlisted for the 2026 Caine Prize for African Writing for her story "The Last Shop," published by Jahazi Press in August 2024. Five stories were selected from over four hundred submissions for the prestigious award recognising African writing.
xAI's Grok chatbot went viral on X after responding to a user's profile analysis request with direct, unfiltered commentary that drew widespread reactions. The AI paired the user with figures including Kenyan President William Ruto and Spanish dictator Francisco Franco based on their posts and retweets.
Miss World Kenya Ivy Trizah Muhenje has secured a Top 5 position in Africa in the Multimedia Challenge at the 75th Miss World Festival in Vietnam. She was also named among the Top 6 in Africa in the Beauty With a Purpose challenge and Top 3 in Africa in the Sports Challenge, among other placements.
Congolese music star Fally Ipupa headlines a concert at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi on Saturday, September 5, alongside South African Amapiano acts Kamo Mphela and DJ Maphorisa, and Kenyan and Congolese performers including Kodong Klan.
Armed criminal gangs have targeted motorists in broad daylight along the Nairobi Expressway, with viral social media images showing suspects surrounding vehicles and stealing personal belongings, sparking public outrage over national security concerns.
A viral video circulating on social media shows ordinary citizens casually chewing miraa on State House grounds, sparking widespread outrage among Kenyans and leading many to question whether the prestige of the seat of the presidency is eroding.
Uber has announced the shutdown of its operations in Nigeria and Uganda, effective September 2, 2026, following a thorough review of the two markets. The company said the decision is limited to these two countries and does not signal a broader withdrawal from Africa.