Uganda has issued a sharp warning over its continued military presence in Somalia, with President Yoweri Museveni’s son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, signalling that Ugandan troops could be withdrawn if funding issues remain unresolved. General Muhoozi, the Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), said Kampala may reconsider its role in the […]
Detectives from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) on Tuesday carried out early-morning searches at properties linked to Busia Governor Paul Otuoma as part of an ongoing investigation into the suspected misuse of county funds amounting to Sh1.4 billion. The operation is connected to allegations that money earmarked for development projects within the county may […]
Matatu operators have announced fresh nationwide demonstrations set for Monday, February 9, accusing the government of failing to curb rising cases of violence and disorder linked to boda boda operators. Speaking during a press briefing on Monday, #Matatu Owners Association (MOA) President Albert Karagacha said the operators would not call off the protests unless President […]
Nairobi experienced major traffic disruption on Monday morning after a section of matatu operators went ahead with protest action despite an official announcement suspending a planned strike. Confusion and chaos were reported along Outering Road after #matatus were used to block the Kariobangi Roundabout, completely cutting off movement on the busy highway. The blockade, reportedly […]
DCP Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has issued a warning that he will mobilise nationwide protests if the government fails to act against individuals he claims are behind repeated disruptions at his public meetings. Speaking during a recent rally, the former Deputy President accused security officers and hired goons of deliberately causing chaos at his gatherings, […]
Public transport operators have called off a nationwide strike that was scheduled to begin on Monday, February 2, after agreeing to engage in dialogue with government agencies and other players in the transport sector. In a statement issued over the weekend, the Federation of Public Transport Sector (FPTS) announced that the decision to suspend the […]
President William Ruto has publicly addressed the violent disruption that occurred during a church service in Othaya, Nyeri County, which was attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, blaming political interference for the chaos. Speaking on Sunday, February 1, at the PEFA All Nations Gospel Church in Gikomba, the Head of State condemned disorder and […]
Several students were injured on Saturday morning after a school van belonging to Mahehe Friends Academy was involved in a road accident along Charity Road in Endarasha, Kieni West Constituency, Nyeri County. According to eyewitnesses, the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to roll and plunge into a roadside ditch. The van sustained […]
At least ten teachers have died in a horrific road accident on Thika Road, leaving colleagues and the wider education community in shock. The tragedy occurred on Saturday, January 31, 2026, outside City Primary School in Ngara, where teachers had gathered to take part in Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) elections. A 33-seater […]
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has moved swiftly to discipline six senior police commanders following a violent incident at an entertainment venue in Nandi Hills that has triggered public anger. The action follows the circulation of an eight-minute CCTV clip recorded on January 10, 2026, showing armed police officers storming a pool hall and […]