KENYA NEWS

Parents in Kenya are increasingly burdened by exorbitant fees and alleged bribery demands for admissions into popular public schools, effectively negating the government’s promise of free primary education.  An investigation reveals that access to quality public schooling is now accompanied by…

The Kenyan political landscape is facing renewed instability after a recent Court of Appeal decision cast doubt on the impeachment proceedings against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.  The ruling has ignited a fierce debate over the legality of his removal, prompting calls for the…

The High Court has ruled that individuals must be promptly informed of the reasons for their arrest, reinforcing constitutional protections against arbitrary detention.  Justice Rachael Ngetich’s decision stems from the case of Ms. Hellen Chebor, who was unlawfully detained without explanation…

A legal and political crisis is brewing in Kenya as a recent Court of Appeal decision has cast a doubt over the legitimacy of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki's appointment.  The ruling has declared that the High Court bench initially responsible for clearing the path for Kindiki's swearing-in…

Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba is facing disciplinary action from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) over allegations of disloyalty, potentially leading to her expulsion from the ruling party.  The UDA accuses Orwoba of aligning with opposition figures and publicly criticising government…

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has vehemently condemned the murder of Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were, asserting that the killing was a politically motivated assassination and demanding that those responsible be brought to justice.  Speaking at Were's…

President William Ruto's recent nomination of seven individuals to helm the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in preparation for the 2027 General Election has ignited a fierce political controversy.  Opposition leaders have criticised the appointments, alleging a lack of…

The Court of Appeal has invalidated decisions made by a High Court panel concerning petitions seeking the removal of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.  The appellate court has determined that Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu exceeded her constitutional authority by assigning the…

Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Ali Joho is contesting a Sh54.5 million loan arrears claim brought against him by SBM Bank (Kenya) Ltd, asserting that the bank’s lawsuit lacks factual basis and should be dismissed with costs.  Joho’s legal team filed documents in court maintaining that the…

The investigation into the assassination of Kasipul Member of Parliament (MP) Charles Ong’ondo Were has expanded, with law enforcement officials seeking the arrest of five additional suspects believed to be connected to the meticulously planned crime. The MP was fatally shot on April 30 near the…