KENYA NEWS

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has assured the public of enhanced restoration efforts aimed at reducing future blackouts. His statement follows the recent nationwide power outage that left millions of Kenyans without electricity. Speaking during an event in Yatta constituency to inaugurate…

Businessman Suresh Nanalal Kantaria has returned to the High Court in an effort to stop the imminent auction of three of his properties in Nairobi. Scheduled for auction on January 21, 2025, these assets are expected to be sold to settle outstanding maintenance support payments owed to his ex-wife…

Former deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reiterated the urgent need for Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to expand his voter base in the Ukambani region as a strategic move to gain support from the influential Mount Kenya bloc in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election. Speaking in a recent…

As families gather for the festive season, marked by joy and togetherness, the risk of drowning incidents increases significantly. Research from Australia has highlighted a concerning spike in drowning deaths during December and January, a trend that echoes in other countries such as Kenya. This…

The United States Department of Defense announced on Tuesday night the repatriation of Mohammed Abdul Malik Bajabu, a detainee who has been held at Guantanamo Bay for 17 years without trial. This transfer follows a unanimous decision by the US Periodic Review Board (PRB) made three years ago, which…

President William Ruto is actively pursuing amendments to key legislation as he prepares for the 2027 presidential election. This initiative has ignited criticism from political opponents who argue that Ruto should prioritize stabilizing the electoral commission, which remains in a state of…

The Indian government has announced that Baby Arianna Wairimu, a 14-month-old infant from Kenya, will return home on Wednesday after nearly a year in New Delhi’s Fortis Memorial Hospital. She underwent a high-risk stem cell transplant to treat Pearson Syndrome, a rare and potentially fatal…

Couples in Kenya seeking civil marriages at the Attorney General's office can now anticipate an upgraded experience, thanks to a new initiative announced by the Office of the Attorney General and the Department of Justice. This enhancement aims to provide varied wedding services that cater to…

Drone operators in Kenya who neglect to obtain necessary licenses from the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) face severe penalties. These include fines ranging from Sh6 million to Sh12 million, potential imprisonment from six to twelve years, or a combination of both. This stringent enforcement…

On December 16, a group of prospective students arrived at what they believed to be an accredited training institution in Nakuru, only to face disappointment and financial loss. The establishment, which presented itself as offering computer courses, was found to have empty classrooms devoid of the…