Old Mutual posts Ksh.882 million net profit for first half of 2026 By Moses Kinyanjui August 31, 2026 11:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize Old Mutual Holdings Plc has reported net profits …
MP Kaguchia appears before NCIC over hate speech remarks By Moses Kinyanjui August 24, 2026 02:50 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Mukurweini Member of Parliament (MP) John Kaguchia speaking to RMS media tea …
Mobile money fraud tops cases reported in first half of 2026 By Moses Kinyanjui August 24, 2026 12:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Interior PS Raymond Omollo chairing the Fifth Programme Steering Committ …
Ann Nderitu: IEBC summoned, fined suspects who breached code of conduct in Ol Kalou polls By Moses Kinyanjui August 24, 2026 07:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu speaks during …
President Ruto congratulates Zambia's Hichilema on re-election By Moses Kinyanjui August 18, 2026 03:25 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto and his Zambian counterpart Hakainde Hichilema …
KCB reports Ksh.49.3 billion gross profit for first half of 2026 By Moses Kinyanjui August 13, 2026 10:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter KCB Group Chief Executive Officer Paul Russo Audio By Vocalize The K …
'We must think beyond elections,' Ruto defends early launch of vision 2060 plan By Moses Kinyanjui August 12, 2026 12:57 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto addresses delegates during the …
All cyber café sessions must be logged, stored for 3 years , CA rules By Moses Kinyanjui August 11, 2026 12:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter File photo of a cybercafé. …
Ruth Kulundu appointed as acting IEBC CEO By Moses Kinyanjui August 05, 2026 01:54 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) acting CEO Ruth Kulundu Audio By Voc …
President Ruto: 2027 elections will be free and peaceful By Moses Kinyanjui August 04, 2026 12:58 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto speaking to village elders from all 47 counties at St …
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that President William Ruto is behind the recent invasion of a section of Muthaiga Golf Club by the Kenya Forest Service, which claims the parcel encroaches onto the gazetted Karura Forest by approximately 21.8 hectares. Gachagua accused Ruto of seeking to grab private property for self-gain and vowed to stop the land grab.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that President William Ruto is behind the recent invasion of a section of Muthaiga Golf Club by the Kenya Forest Service, which claims the parcel encroaches onto the gazetted Karura Forest by approximately 21.8 hectares. Gachagua accused Ruto of seeking to grab private property for self-gain and vowed to stop the land grab.
The IEBC Commissioner said the Commission is lawfully procuring the Integrated Elections Management System through a tender process for the 2027 General Election, dismissing claims of illegal procurement and asserting they have sufficient time within legal timelines.
Speaking at the American Chamber of Commerce Business Summit in Nairobi, President Ruto said Africa is seeking partnerships of mutual benefit and no longer accepting exploitative relationships, calling for investment pacts anchored on mutual gain to advance societies.
President William Ruto assented to four Bills including the Public Finance Management Amendment Bill, the Air Passenger Service Charge Amendment Bill, the Kenya National Council for Population and Development Bill, and the Trust Administration Bill. The Public Finance Management Amendment Bill is intended to strengthen accountability and oversight of government funds, create a standardized mechanism for grants to county governments, and introduce penalties for accounting officers who fail to implement assembly committee resolutions.
Centum Investment Company PLC has appointed Thomas Omondi-Achola as acting Chief Executive Officer following Dr. James Mworia's departure to head the National Infrastructure Fund board. Omondi, the Group Chief Operating Officer at Centum Capital Partners since 2018, brings over 25 years of senior executive and strategic transformation experience.
Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui has cited misuse of visa-free entry regulations introduced in January 2024 by foreigners engaging in unlawful retail and local trade, stating that visitors under tourist visas must comply with work permit provisions and those found in contravention will have their visas revoked.
President William Ruto has announced that Kenya will no longer export raw minerals, stating the government will instead process all minerals—including gold, limestone, iron ore, graphite, titanium, and soda ash—locally to increase employment and capital value. He said the administration will seek partnerships to process these minerals.
The Ministry of Agriculture's Livestock Development PS said drought preceding anticipated El Niño rains has affected livestock pastures and limited milk production. The government has agreed to allow duty-free import of maize for animal feed and the Kenya Dairy Board will monitor pricing to ensure processors access raw material.
Jubilee deputy party leader Fred Matiang'i has alleged that the government's move to introduce new police uniforms is a money-making scheme for individuals in power, who use their companies to supply uniforms at inflated prices. He argues Kenya has the capacity to produce uniforms through institutions like the National Youth Service and Kenya Police Service, and that the proposed Ksh2.8 billion procurement could be redirected to other sectors.
Old Mutual Holdings reported net profits of Ksh.882 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, up from Ksh.5 million in the same period last year, driven by improved claims management, underwriting discipline, and cost control.
Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia appeared before the National Cohesion and Integration Commission on Monday to aid in investigations into hate speech remarks. The legislator, accompanied by his legal team, maintained he is law-abiding and called for fair application of hate speech laws to all Kenyans.
The Interior Ministry reported that mobile money was used in 51 of 102 computer fraud cases reviewed between February and July 2026, with mobile money fraud accounting for 19 cases (18.6%), followed by investment and forex schemes with 16 cases (15.7%), and cryptocurrency schemes with 12 cases (11.8%).
IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu said the commission summoned several people who breached the code of conduct in the Ol Kalou mini polls held on July 16, 2026, and fined and warned them through the Code of Conduct Enforcement Committee process. She maintained that no malpractice was witnessed inside polling stations and that deployed officers ensured security and order were well maintained.
President William Ruto has congratulated Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema on winning re-election with 60 per cent of votes cast on August 13, defeating 13 challengers, saying the victory will anchor Hichilema's visionary leadership and strengthen bilateral ties between Kenya and Zambia.
KCB Group PLC reported a Ksh.49.3 billion gross profit for the first half of 2026, a 20.8% rise, driven by strong income growth and disciplined cost management. Total assets grew 16.8% to Ksh.2.3 trillion, while the board declared interim dividends of Ksh.3.00 per share, a 50% increase from the prior year.
President William Ruto defended his Vision 2060 plan as a blueprint to secure Kenya's future, arguing that the country must prioritize the next generation over electoral cycles. Speaking at the Beyond 2030 Summit, he dismissed criticism that the plan should wait until after the next election, contending that leaders have focused too much on elections rather than long-term challenges.
Kenya's Communications Authority has ruled that all public cyber cafés must log and retain customer login sessions (showing terminal IDs and start/end times) for a minimum of three years, while excluding personal browsing history, as part of new cybercrime prevention regulations.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission appointed Ruth Kulundu as acting CEO while retaining her role as Deputy Commission Secretary - Operations, following the February 2026 resignation of Marjan Hussein Marjan. Kulundu has 12 years of experience in election coordination and holds an MBA in Strategic Management from the University of Nairobi.
President William Ruto, speaking to village elders at State House on August 4, 2026, assured that his administration will ensure the 2027 General Election will not be marred by irregularities and violence, and that his government will uphold the rule of law and clamp down on those endorsing violence.
Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia has been apprehended by DCI officers after spending the night at Royal Media Services offices, where he took refuge after appearing on Inooro TV's Kiririmbi show. He said he is being probed over remarks he made during a public rally in Kieni, Nyeri County on Saturday.
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) said it will only undertake investigations into hate speech and incitement after a formal complaint has been made under legal guidelines, and will not rely on social media clips as evidence. NCIC chairperson Bishop Dr. Kepha Nyamweya Omae stated that formal complaints are necessary because the commission must verify legitimacy and cannot act on unverified content.
The Director of Public Prosecutions has approved bribery charges against Kangema Law Courts Senior Principal Magistrate Martin Kinyua and Probation Officer Julius Irungu after the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission submitted an inquiry file. According to the EACC preliminary report, Irungu approached a complainant on behalf of Kinyua and demanded Ksh.170,000, claiming it would secure a non-custodial sentence through a favourable probation recommendation.
Belva Digital and WildMango received a Distinction for Innovation award at the AI & Tech Global Hackathon for developing Belva OS, an AI-powered prototype that helps marketers analyse campaign performance, interpret cultural trends, and generate creative concepts.
President Ruto has warned that the rise of violent youthful groups poses a threat to national security and economic growth, noting that some arrested for criminality are given low bail and later appear at political rallies as goons.
Three suspects linked to an armed robbery at Chaiiwali café in Westlands on July 5 were arrested following an operation in Mwiki, Githurai, Kiambu County. Police recovered two firearms with ammunition from a residence linked to the suspects and linked them to the incident captured on CCTV footage.
Three suspects linked to an armed robbery at Chaiiwali café in Westlands on July 5 were apprehended during an operation in Mwiki, Githurai, Kiambu County. A search of a residence linked to them recovered two loaded firearms.
The Judiciary says court proceedings will not be disrupted by a planned boycott by lawyers opposing court orders that prevent the Judicial Service Commission from investigating misconduct cases against judges. The Law Society of Kenya announced lawyers would boycott courts on July 22 and target judges who obtained immunity orders.
The Law Society of Kenya has demanded immediate investigations into the deaths of two advocates, Esther Wairimu Keige and Edward Kariuki Muthee, who were found dead after going missing. LSK President Charles Kanjama called for a multi-agency investigative team and announced a nationwide protest on Friday.
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has urged African nations to confront the practice of tariff escalation, where developed markets allow low or zero duty on raw agricultural commodities but impose high tariffs on processed versions, arguing the practice discourages industrialisation, locks farmers into exporting cheap raw materials, and shifts manufacturing and jobs to foreign economies.