KENYA NEWS

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is currently investigating the financial activities of 16 governors—both sitting and former—amid claims of widespread misuse of public funds.  The investigations involve suspected misappropriation of approximately Sh1.6 billion, raising serious…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is facing criticism over violent clashes that broke out at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and along major Nairobi roads following his return from the United States on Thursday.  His arrival on Thursday, intended as a show of support for the…

The Ministry of Gender, Culture, and Children Services is reviewing a formal petition by Nairobi resident John Mweha calling for the relocation of Jomo Kenyatta’s remains from Parliament Grounds to his ancestral home in Gatundu, Kiambu County. The petition argues that Kenyatta’s current burial site…

Once celebrated for its cultural vibrancy and economic growth, Nairobi is now contending with a serious environmental threat: worsening air pollution that has placed the city among the most polluted urban centres worldwide.  Recent air quality data has raised significant alarm, with Nairobi…

The High Court in Malindi has rejected Asha Kamene Salim’s application to stop the auction of coastal land she valued at nearly Sh100 million. The ruling allows Eco Bank Ltd to proceed with the sale of the properties, which were used as collateral for a Sh55 million loan that has since defaulted.…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s return to Kenya on Thursday triggered scenes of disruption at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), as confusion over his exit route caused unrest among hundreds of supporters gathered to receive him.  What began as a highly anticipated return…

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has dismissed claims that it plans to raid the home of National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, calling the reports false and misleading.  The clarification follows President William Ruto’s sharp criticism of alleged corruption within…

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced a last-minute postponement of its planned delegate elections in Busia County, which were scheduled to take place on Monday, 25 August 2025.  The delay comes as the party launches its nationwide effort to elect county-level delegates in 43…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua arrived back in Nairobi on Thursday following a controversial tour of the United States. Gachagua landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to a large crowd of Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) supporters. Clad in party colours and chanting…

Mercy Chepkurui, 33, has been arrested in Molo, Nakuru County, after the body of a newborn was found in a pit latrine in Block Ten village. Chepkurui, originally from Transmara in Narok South, had recently moved to the area after separating from her husband and leaving behind her six children.…