The government, through the Ministry of Health, has issued a public advisory warning Kenyans against engaging in prolonged tree-hugging challenges without first undergoing a medical check-up, citing rising health concerns. The warning follows a surge in the trend inspired by environmental activist Truphena Muthoni, who completed a 72-hour tree-hugging challenge on December 11, 2025, surpassing […]
Kenya is set to receive a major boost for its green economy after the World Bank approved fresh financing aimed at expanding climate-friendly businesses and employment opportunities during a challenging economic period. The global lender will provide KSh5.55 billion (about USD 43 million) to be deployed through the Kenya Development Corporation’s (KDC) Green Investment Fund. […]
Former Law Society of Kenya president Nelson Havi has become the first public figure to express interest in the vacant Supreme Court judge position following the death of Justice Mohammed Ibrahim in December. The vacancy was formally announced by Chief Justice Martha Koome, who invited qualified candidates to apply in accordance with constitutional and judicial […]
Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi has sharply criticized what has been described as the State’s KSh 39 billion legal fees scandal, alleging widespread fraud and collusion between county officials and private lawyers. Reacting to a front-page exposé by The Nation, Ahmednasir dismissed the claims as outright theft, arguing that inflated legal fees have become a well-known […]
The Ministry of Education has officially announced the release of the long-awaited 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination results, bringing to an end weeks of anticipation among candidates, parents, and schools across the country. The results were released on Friday, January 9, during a national ceremony held at AIC Chebisaas High School in […]
Thousands of candidates across the country can now access their secondary school examination outcomes after the government officially released the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results. The announcement marked a key milestone for learners transitioning to higher education and training institutions. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba presided over the release ceremony held on […]
Kenya is bracing for significant ripple effects after United States President Donald Trump signed an executive order halting American support for 66 international organisations, several of which play a critical role in the country’s development and security landscape. The directive, signed on Wednesday, January 7, follows a comprehensive review by the Trump administration on U.S. […]
Murang’a town witnessed an extraordinary display of endurance on Thursday morning after Pastor Jimmy Irungu collapsed just moments before completing an ambitious 80-hour tree-hugging challenge aimed at raising cancer awareness. The 30-year-old cleric lost consciousness after clinging to a tree continuously for 79 hours and 40 minutes, falling short of his goal by barely 20 […]
The government has unveiled an ambitious nationwide plan to establish rehabilitation centres in all 47 counties as part of renewed efforts to address the growing crisis of drug and substance abuse, particularly among young people. President William Ruto announced the initiative on January 7 after chairing a high-level multi-agency meeting at State House, where officials […]
Kenya is facing a looming food crisis as prolonged droughts continue to disrupt agricultural production, widen rice supply gaps, and drive food prices upward across the country. On Tuesday, Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture Mutahi Kagwe warned that the nation is at a critical crossroads, with domestic food output increasingly unable to meet the growing demand […]