Kenyans can now directly participate in the ownership of a major state asset following the public offering of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) shares, which are selling at Ksh 9 per share. The government announced that the shares have officially gone public, allowing ordinary Kenyans, institutional investors, and international buyers to invest in the strategic energy […]
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has accused the State of resisting transparency over the ongoing sale of shares in key public assets, including Safaricom and the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), saying the process is being shielded from public scrutiny to benefit a powerful few. Speaking during a public forum, Nyoro argued that the government is unwilling […]
Human rights activist Boniface Mwangi has made explosive claims about events surrounding Kenya’s post-election violence, alleging a coordinated effort to suppress evidence of killings during the period. Speaking on a podcast interview with Mwafreeka on Thursday, Mwangi said he was present in several hotspots during the violence, including Naivasha and the Kiambaa area. He claimed […]
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has dismissed claims circulating on social media that he instructed Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua to organise a major political meeting bringing together Mt Kenya leaders. In a statement issued on Thursday, Uhuru described the allegations as false, misleading and deliberately crafted to misinform the public. He cautioned […]
Presidential hopeful Miguna Miguna has raised hard-hitting questions over the late Raila Odinga’s inner circle and family relations, reigniting debate following recent claims by Winnie Odinga that she did not know Oketch Sallah well. In a lengthy Thursday statement, Miguna said attacks directed at Oketch Sallah were “hypocritical, unreasonable and malicious,” even as he clarified […]
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has defended the conduct of Members of Parliament and the independence of Parliament, dismissing claims of external interference and collusion in the House. Speaking on TV47, Wetang’ula said accusations often arise when individuals or groups lose key votes or debates in Parliament. “Any time an individual or a group loses, […]
Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has accused Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire of diverting funds allocated for the Mashanga County Aggregation and Industrial Park (CAIP), alleging the money was instead used to finance a boda boda event. In a strongly worded statement, Kuria said he was “deeply disappointed” by what he termed as a confession made […]
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has accused senior State officials of secretly buying massive amounts of shares in Safaricom and Kenya Pipeline, raising concerns over transparency in ongoing public share sales. Speaking to a group of young investors, Nyoro, who is himself a major shareholder in Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), claimed he has credible […]
The United Opposition has broken its silence on a high-profile meeting with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) at Anniversary Towers today, citing concerns over electoral credibility ahead of the 2027 general elections. The delegation, led by ex-Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua alongside Kalonzo Musyoka of the Wiper Patriotic Front, Martha Karua of PLP, Eugene […]
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has admitted that over Ksh11 billion in Social Health Authority (SHA) funds remain unaccounted for, prompting calls from Kenyans for his removal from office. Speaking before a parliamentary committee on January 28, Duale revealed that the massive losses occurred within just six months and were uncovered by SHA’s AI-powered fraud […]
The Office of the Attorney General has rolled out a major digital reform that will see the issuance of Marriage Registrar’s Certificates and Special Licences conducted entirely online through the e-Citizen platform. Under the new system, certificates for civil, Christian, and Hindu marriages will no longer be processed or collected manually at the Registrar of […]
The government is considering scrapping application fees for birth certificates in a move aimed at boosting civil registration across the country, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has said. Speaking on Wednesday, January 28, during the commissioning of the Assistant County Commissioner’s office in Inoi Division, Kirinyaga County, Murkomen said the proposal is part of ongoing […]
EALA MP Winnie Odinga has expressed immense pride following her mother Ida Odinga’s recent nomination to a key leadership position at UNEP. Speaking to Citizen TV’s Yvonne Okwaro, Winnie said, “I am extremely proud of her; the whole family is proud of her. She deserves it. She has stood on her own for the past […]
Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza was impeached after sustained pressure from Members of the County Assembly (MCAs), who accused her administration of mismanaging county resources and allegedly allowing her husband and close associates undue influence in county affairs. The accusations, which she strongly denied, centred on claims of governance failures, strained relations with the assembly, […]
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has introduced mandatory eyesight testing for all drivers in Kenya, following a sharp rise in road accidents attributed to poor visibility. The phased nationwide programme was officially launched in Nairobi County, with the authority saying the move is aimed at reducing preventable deaths caused by impaired vision. The […]
Former Meru Governor Kiraitu Murungi has announced his retirement from active politics, marking the end of a long and influential career in Kenya’s public life. The veteran politician said he is stepping away from the political arena to focus on a new chapter centered on promoting happiness in workplaces and mentoring fellow leaders on life […]
Kenya’s banking giant, KCB Group, is set to deepen its presence in the digital payments space after securing approval from the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) to acquire a majority stake in Riverbank Solutions. The lender plans to take a 75% share in the local fintech, a deal valued at roughly KES 2 billion ($15 […]
The family of celebrated gospel DJ Karumba Ngatia, widely known as DJ Krowbar, has confirmed the death of his wife, Joyce Wanjiru Karumba, who passed away in the early hours of Monday morning. In a statement released by the family, Joyce is said to have died at 3:00 a.m. on Monday, January 26, 2026, after […]
Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba on Monday reaffirmed her support for President William Ruto’s re-election bid, marking a significant political shift after years of a strained relationship with the Head of State. In video clips shared from State House following a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) National Governing Council meeting held in Nairobi, the vocal […]
Environmentalist Truphena Muthoni has earned global recognition after being officially acknowledged by Guinness World Records as the first person in the world to complete a 72-hour tree-hugging marathon. In a statement released on Monday via X, Guinness World Records confirmed that the Kenyan environmentalist set a new world record for the longest continuous time spent […]
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