The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed as false and misleading viral social media reports alleging that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was poisoned. In a statement issued on Friday, June 12, detectives warned the public against circulating a fabricated post that claimed Raila was poisoned with botulinum toxin while receiving medical treatment in […]
The National Police Service has announced fresh changes within its senior leadership following a reshuffle approved by the National Police Service Board. Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja appointed Assistant Inspector General Johana Kiplangat Tonui as the new Commandant of the General Service Unit (GSU), replacing AIG Fredrick Egesa Nyongesa. The appointments take effect immediately. […]
Former Chief Justice of Kenya, David Maraga, was reportedly arrested on Monday morning during a protest against a controversial plan to develop infrastructure within Nairobi National Park. According to footage circulating online, #Maraga was bundled into a police vehicle shortly after joining demonstrators who were opposing the proposed construction project. The former Chief Justice had […]
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has raised concerns over a major funding shortfall as it intensifies preparations for the 2027 General Election, urging the National Treasury to increase its budget allocation. With less than 14 months remaining before Kenyans head to the ballot, the electoral agency says the resources currently allocated are insufficient […]
The United States government has defended its decision to establish an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility in Kenya, saying the country was selected due to its strategic proximity to affected patients and the need for a faster medical response. Speaking during a media interview, Dr. Mehmet Oz said Kenya emerged as the preferred location after […]
The government has launched an urgent nationwide safety audit of all boarding schools following the deadly dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Nakuru, which has raised fresh concerns about student safety in learning institutions across the country. Speaking during the Elimu Mashinani education programme in Wajir County on Sunday, May 31, Basic Education Principal […]
East African Community (EAC) health ministers are set to hold an emergency meeting on June 1 and 2, 2026, amid growing concerns over an Ebola outbreak that has killed more than 130 people and infected over 1,000 others in the region. The virtual meeting, convened by the EAC Secretariat, will bring together senior health officials […]
Kenya’s Ministry of Health has moved to reassure the public that the country remains fully prepared to handle any Ebola-related threats amid reports that the United States could send Ebola-exposed patients to Kenya for specialised monitoring and treatment. In a statement issued on Tuesday, May 27, the Ministry stopped short of confirming any such arrangement, […]
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has criticised President William Ruto and leaders allied to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing them of promoting divisive ethnic politics ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during a Jubilee Party delegates’ meeting in Kiambu on Monday, May 25, #Uhuru condemned recent political remarks he described as dangerous to […]
The Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service, Eliud Lagat, has announced a series of changes within the police service following what authorities described as a “serious security breach” involving President William Ruto during a thanksgiving event held in Ganze, Kilifi County. In a statement issued on Monday, the changes affected senior officers attached […]