KENYA NEWS

Kenya’s hospitality industry experienced a significant downturn this Easter holiday, as economic challenges dampened consumer spending and altered travel patterns. The subdued festivities reflect a broader economic strain affecting both businesses and households, prompting a cautious approach…

Sabina Isutsa, a 94-year-old grandmother, was released from Kakamega Women’s Prison on April 17, 2025, after serving part of a one-year sentence. She was imprisoned for malicious property damage stemming from a land dispute. Isutsa's ordeal began when a neighbour accused her and her daughter-…

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) late Thursday.This marks his return to Kenya amid increasing speculation regarding a potential presidential bid in the 2027 General Election. Matiang'i, who landed on a Qatar Airways flight from…

Kenyan authorities have apprehended two men, Alex Mugo Wachira and Simon Chomba Mbogo, in connection with a deceptive online advertising scheme that led to the robbery of a male client seeking massage therapy services. The suspects allegedly posed as female massage therapists, luring victims…

The Kenyan government has broadened its network of State Lodges, designating new facilities in Bungoma and Kwale counties. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has formalised the expansion through a gazette notice, increasing the total number of State Lodges nationwide to nine. State…

Kenya is embarking on an ambitious overhaul of its child welfare system, transitioning from institutional care to family and community-based alternatives. Spearheaded by the National Council for Children Services, the policy shift aims to close nearly 1,000 children’s homes nationwide,…

Nyali Member of Parliament Mohammed Ali, popularly known as "Jicho Pevu," has signalled his readiness to depart from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) due to escalating internal tensions with the party’s leadership.The outspoken legislator disclosed on Monday that there are ongoing efforts…

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi and nine senior county officials were apprehended Tuesday morning by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) following a raid that uncovered millions of Kenyan shillings suspected to be linked to corruption. The operation, which targeted Governor…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has levelled serious accusations against state security agencies, alleging negligence and complicity in what he describes as a coordinated effort to endanger his life. In a formal letter dated April 15, 2025, addressed to Inspector General of Police…

Kenyan hospitals are facing an unprecedented surge in motorcycle accident victimsThis highlights a critical public health crisis linked to the rapid expansion and unregulated nature of the boda boda industry. With fatalities and severe injuries rising at an alarming rate, the government is under…