Traffic officers will not enforce mandatory inspection on private cars - NTSA By Moses Kinyanjui June 29, 2026 08:31 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Image of NTSA motor vehicles. …
Major roads blocked in Nairobi ahead of June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests By Moses Kinyanjui June 25, 2026 06:49 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A section of Nairobi-Rongai road barricaded on June 25, 2026 …
June 25 anniversary: How the Gen Z-led 2024 protests changed the political landscape By Moses Kinyanjui June 24, 2026 06:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Protesters marching in Nairobi CBD on June 25, 202 …
June 25 anniversary: How the Gen Z-led 2024 protests changed the political landscape By Moses Kinyanjui June 24, 2026 06:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Protesters marching in Nairobi CBD on June 25, 202 …
Do not be reckless: Ruto challenges youth to leave a safer Kenya By Moses Kinyanjui June 21, 2026 02:52 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter President William Ruto speaks at the Oslo Forum 2026 High-Level Public …
Anti-counterfeit authority introduces digital certification mark to tame fake goods By Moses Kinyanjui June 18, 2026 01:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Anti-Counterfeit Authority Board Chairman Nelson Ga …
G7 leaders bolster commitment to combat migrant smuggling By Moses Kinyanjui June 17, 2026 08:48 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter European Council President Antonio Costa, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Melo …
Ex-CJ David Maraga arrested in Nairobi National Park protests By Moses Kinyanjui June 08, 2026 12:19 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Former Chief Justice David Maraga being shielded by protesters along Lang …
US Embassy: Laikipia quarantine facility will not expose Kenyans to Ebola By Moses Kinyanjui June 03, 2026 02:47 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter An anti-Ebola advocacy van drives along Kyadondo road amid th …
Ebola Virus: Nairobi among 25 counties marked as high risk By Moses Kinyanjui June 02, 2026 01:04 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Health workers wearing protective equipment disinfect the isolation area for …
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.