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Kenya Launches Ksh47 Billion Sponge City Project to Reduce Nairobi Flooding

The Kenyan government has announced a Ksh47 billion Sponge City Project aimed at managing stormwater and reducing floods in Nairobi. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi presented the plan to Parliament on 2 April…

Apr 2, 2026

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Apartment Manager Sentenced for Stealing Sh2 Million in Rent

A Nairobi court has sentenced James Peter Muthoga, a former apartment manager, to two years in prison for misappropriating over Sh2 million in rent payments.Muthoga, previously an assistant manager with Tweya Investme…

Apr 2, 2026

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When Workplace Jokes Cross the Line into Sexual Harassment

The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nairobi has ruled that workplace sexual harassment includes inappropriate digital communication, extending professional standards to private messaging platforms.The case in…

Apr 2, 2026

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Uhuru Kenyatta Shares Raila Odinga’s Vision in Appeal to Kenyans

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta called on leaders to uphold unity, integrity and public service while speaking at the burial of former Kirinyaga Senator Daniel Karaba in Kirinyaga County on Wednesday.Addressing mourne…

Apr 1, 2026

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Linda Mwananchi Faction Steps Up Preparations for 2027 Elections

The Linda Mwananchi faction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is stepping up preparations for the 2027 elections.ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna leads the group, which is emphasising grassroots engagement…

Apr 1, 2026

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Police Probe Death of Chinese Worker at Talanta Stadium Construction Site

Police in Nairobi are investigating the death of a Chinese national found unresponsive at the Talanta Stadium construction site on 30 March.The man was discovered in a communal latrine on Monday morning by a chef empl…

Apr 1, 2026

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Inside Kenya’s Rental Market Where Landlords’ Preferences Shape Who Gets a Home

Housing access in Kenya’s cities is increasingly influenced by landlords’ personal criteria, including marital status, family size, religion and occupation, limiting who can secure rental homes.In many urban areas, re…

Apr 1, 2026

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Kikuyu Elders Sue to Stop Affordable Housing Project on Sacred Heritage Land

Community organisations have filed a case at the Environment and Land Court in Thika seeking to stop government plans to demolish a historic cultural monument for an affordable housing project.The petition has been lo…

Apr 1, 2026

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Aden Duale challenges Rigathi Gachagua to Provide Proof Over Company Claims

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has challenged former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to provide documentary evidence to support claims linking him to Convergence Network Limited.In a statement issued on Tuesday…

Mar 31, 2026

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KWS Launches “Wild Scholars” Programme Offering Free Entry for Students

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has introduced a school incentive programme offering free entry for a portion of students visiting national parks, reserves, and sanctuaries between March and June 2026.Under the initi…

Mar 31, 2026

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Gikomba Market Set for Modernisation Under KSh3 Billion Government Project

The Kenyan government has presented a redevelopment plan for Gikomba Market following the demolition of sections of the site earlier this week.Officials say the project will modernise one of the country’s busiest trad…

Mar 31, 2026

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Outrage as Nairobi County Demolishes Parts of Gikomba Market

Nairobi County authorities have demolished sections of Gikomba Market to reclaim land along the Nairobi River, displacing thousands of traders.The demolition began late on Monday night and continued into Tuesday morni…

Mar 31, 2026

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Family Seeks Justice After Man Killed in CS Duale Convoy Crash

A 23-year-old man, Hillary Kiptoo Longi, was killed on 8 March in a road accident involving a vehicle from Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale’s convoy along the Kisumu–Busia highway at Otonglo.Kiptoo was travelling i…

Mar 30, 2026

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Police Surround City Hall in Bid to Arrest Governor Sakaja

Police officers surrounded City Hall Nairobi on Monday evening in an attempt to arrest Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja following a Senate contempt order.Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud said officers had been de…

Mar 30, 2026

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Gachagua Cites Personal Errands After Missing SHA Evidence Deadline

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said he did not meet a deadline to present evidence against the Social Health Authority (SHA), citing personal errands and joking that he had stopped for a haircut.Speaking at…

Mar 30, 2026

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Musalia Mudavadi Dismisses Proposal to Relocate Kenya's Capital from Nairobi

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has ruled out relocating Kenya’s capital from Nairobi, saying that such a proposal is both legally and practically unworkable.Appearing before the Senate Committee on Devolutio…

Mar 30, 2026

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Larry Madowo Awarded Human Rights Defender of the Year

CNN International Correspondent Larry Madowo has been named Human Rights Defender of the Year by Kenya’s Defenders Coalition for his coverage of the 2024 Gen Z protests and his work on press freedom across Africa.The…

Mar 30, 2026

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Ol Kalou MP David Njuguna Kiaraho Dies at 62

David Njuguna Kiaraho, the Member of Parliament for Ol Kalou, died on Sunday, 29 March 2026, at the age of 62 while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital. His death was confirmed by National Assembly Speaker Moses W…

Mar 29, 2026

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Head Trauma, Neglect Uncovered in Autopsies of Kericho Victims

Thirty-three bodies have been exhumed from a mass grave at Makaburini cemetery in Kericho, with forensic findings indicating possible foul play, including head injuries in several victims, among them children.The disc…

Mar 28, 2026

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Mother and Son Charged With Hacking Bank Account and Stealing Millions in Nairobi

A Nairobi court has ordered the detention of a mother and her son over allegations of hacking a bank account through a fraudulent SIM swap scheme.The case, heard at the Milimani Law Courts, involves Ruth Kinya and her…

Mar 27, 2026