Kenya has emerged as the leading English-speaking nation in East Africa and ranks third on the continent, according to the 2025 English Proficiency Index (EPI) released by Education First (EF), the world’s largest language education company. The report places Kenya ahead of Nigeria, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Morocco in terms of adult English skills. The EF […]
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed that the death of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo was the result of a road traffic accident, officially ruling out any foul play. The announcement comes after an in-depth investigation by multiple DCI units, which sought to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the politician’s tragic death along […]
A growing number of Mt Kenya leaders are openly distancing themselves from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, citing alleged intimidation, coercive politics, and divisive leadership as key reasons behind the widening fallout. The latest to break ranks is Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba, whose sharp criticism reflects a broader rebellion within the region’s political class. On […]
Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly Robert Alai has broken his silence over a dramatic confrontation involving Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, offering a sharply different account that disputes claims of intimidation, assault, and firearm use. Speaking publicly for the first time since the incident, Alai dismissed allegations that he threatened or attacked the MP, insisting […]
President William Ruto has announced sweeping plans to toughen Kenya’s laws against illicit alcohol, drug trafficking and gambling, warning that the government will no longer tolerate activities he says are destroying families and endangering the future of the country’s children. Speaking during an engagement ceremony in Uasin Gishu County on Saturday, January 3, the President […]
Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and wildlife conservationists are mourning the loss of one of Africa’s most iconic elephants following the death of Craig, one of the continent’s last remaining super tuskers. The legendary elephant died peacefully in the early hours of Saturday, January 3, at the age of 54 in Amboseli National Park. Craig was […]
Political commentator and motivational speaker Fanya Mambo Kinuthia has taken aim at Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, urging him to refrain from commenting on constitutional matters on the grounds that he occupies what he terms an unconstitutional office. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, Kinuthia argued that Mudavadi lacks the moral and legal authority to advise […]
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has dismissed claims suggesting that the government intends to relocate the national Kiganjo Police Training College from Nyeri to the North Rift as part of measures to tackle persistent banditry in the region. Speaking on Tuesday, 30 December, Murkomen clarified that while the government has been planning to establish multiple […]
Former Vihiga County Senator George Khaniri has confirmed that the final send-off of businessman Cyrus Jirongo was conducted in accordance with Tiriki cultural traditions. Speaking during the burial service of the late Jirongo on December 30, Khaniri issued a stern warning to anyone who may have played a role in Jirongo’s death, saying they would […]
The East African Community (EAC) has broken its silence over rising regional tensions involving Somalia and Somaliland, reaffirming its full support for Somalia’s sovereignty following Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state. In a statement released by the EAC Secretariat on Sunday, December 28, the regional bloc said it recognises the Federal Republic of […]