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 […]
A significant fire broke out at a multi-story apartment complex behind Garden City in Kasarani Constituency on the afternoon of Saturday, January 31, 2026. Footage circulating online shows intense flames consuming the upper floors of the building, with thick, dark smoke rising into the sky and shrouding the entire facade. The situation is made more […]
President William Ruto has joined national leaders and Kenyans in mourning the passing of Mama Esther Jerotich, the mother of Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago. Mama Esther, affectionately known as Gogo Esther, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, while undergoing treatment in hospital, the family confirmed. In a condolence message, President Ruto described Gogo […]
The sudden closure of KOKO Networks in Kenya has left over 700 employees without jobs, sending shockwaves through communities that depended on the company for their livelihoods. The energy startup, known for providing clean cooking fuels and innovative energy solutions, cited political, financial, and operational challenges as the reasons for its exit from the Kenyan […]
Inspector General of the National Police Service (NPS), Mr. Douglas Kanja, on Thursday held a consultative meeting with leaders of the United Opposition at his office, reaffirming the Service’s commitment to neutrality and equal service to all Kenyans. The IG was accompanied by his deputies – Mr. Eliud Lagat of the Kenya Police Service and […]
U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the powerful chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has rejected Ugandan General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s public apology, branding it empty and inadequate while calling for tougher sanctions against Uganda. In a statement released on Friday, January 30, Senator Risch said Muhoozi- who is the son of President Yoweri Museveni – had […]
KOKO Networks, a climate technology company operating in Kenya and other parts of Africa, has announced the closure of its operations in Kenya, sending shockwaves across the country. The announcement was communicated to customers through mass text messages sent by the company’s founder, Greg Murray, who described the decision as “unavoidable” and asked users to […]
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s efforts to defend his political future received a setback on Friday, January 30, after the Supreme Court dismissed his bid to halt ongoing impeachment proceedings in the High Court. Gachagua has framed the legal battles as part of a broader fight to clear his name and preserve his eligibility for […]
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has confirmed the deaths of three recruits during a routine training session at the Defence Forces Recruits Training School in Eldoret. According to a KDF statement, the recruits experienced medical complications while undergoing training and received immediate on-site medical care. They were then transferred to Eldoret Regional Hospital, where, despite […]
“Excuse” is often the silent saboteur of ambition and progress. People give themselves reasons why they can’t start, act, or persevere: “I don’t have time,” “I lack resources,” “It’s too late,” or “I’m not ready.” Each excuse is like a tiny chain holding someone back from taking ownership of their life. The danger is that […]
The Kenyan government has revealed plans to permanently archive condolence messages sent following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Tributes from governments, organizations, and individuals around the world have been compiled into bound volumes, which will be preserved for posterity in national institutions. Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Korir Sing’oei announced the initiative […]
Several passengers were injured when a matatu flipped over along Haile Selassie Avenue in Nairobi on the morning of Friday. Preliminary reports indicate that the vehicle lost control when the driver’s brakes failed while attempting to avoid another car. Traveling at a high speed, the matatu then mounted a pavement and flipped, causing panic among […]
Uganda’s opposition leader Bobi Wine has released disturbing allegations and screenshots which he says implicate the country’s army chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, in the torture and intimidation of his wife during the recent election period. In a detailed statement shared online, Bobi Wine accused Muhoozi – who is also President Yoweri Museveni’s son – of […]
Controversial businessman-turned-politician Oketch Sallah has dismissed long-standing claims that former Prime Minister Raila Odinga single-handedly raised or financially supported him, saying the narrative has been exaggerated and misunderstood. Speaking at a public event on Friday, Sallah said he grew up under the care of his biological father and within a self-sufficient business-oriented family, not in […]
The government has commissioned the Sondu-Ndhiwa-Homa Bay-Awendo 132kV transmission line, a major upgrade expected to significantly improve electricity reliability across Nyanza and parts of Western Kenya. Implemented by the State Department of Energy in collaboration with the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO), the project aims to ease long-standing strain on the regional power network. Interior […]
The Australian High Commission in Kenya has issued a public warning over a surge in fraudulent job and visa schemes falsely linked to its officers, cautioning Kenyans against falling victim to scammers exploiting the desire to work abroad. In a statement released on Thursday, January 29, the High Commission said the misleading advertisements mainly target […]
The Ugandan government has moved swiftly to contain diplomatic fallout triggered by a series of controversial social media remarks made by General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, with officials signalling that his comments do not reflect the official position of the State. In a rare public climbdown, the outspoken army chief and son of President Yoweri Museveni issued […]
Repentance and Holiness founder Prophet David Owuor has hit back at Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, dismissing claims that he traveled abroad for knee surgery as “fake news” from senior government officials. In a Thursday January 29 statement posted on his social media pages, Owuor described Duale’s comments as false, unverified, and misleading. He clarified […]
Tensions flared on Wednesday as the United Opposition (UO) confronted the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in a heated meeting that ended with stark accusations and a controversial announcement by Opposition leader. According to the UO, the discussions, meant to address election preparedness and transparency, instead exposed what they called “systemic bias” within the […]
Naivasha MP Jayne Kihara has cut political ties with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, dealing a fresh blow to his Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) as internal cracks continue to widen. Kihara has moved to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), becoming the latest prominent figure to walk away from Gachagua’s camp. Her shift underscores […]
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