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Ruto Pledges Sh1 Million Each Ahead of Mbavu Destroyer vs Majembe Fight
President William Ruto and Lang’ata MP Phelix Odiwuor, known as Jalango, shared a light-hearted exchange ahead of the “Vurugu Fight Night” boxing event at Kasarani Indoor Arena, adding prominence to the headline bout…
KPA Boss William Ruto Injured as Daughter Dies in Road Accident
Captain William Ruto, Managing Director of the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), was injured in a road accident in Taita-Taveta County on Friday evening that claimed the life of his daughter.According to KPA, Captain Ruto…
US Lawmakers Seek to Exempt Healthcare Workers from $100,000 H‑1B Fee
A bipartisan group of US legislators has introduced the H‑1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act, a bill that would exempt foreign-trained healthcare professionals from the $100,000 filing fee for H‑1B vi…
Victor Wanyama Retires From Professional Football at 34
Victor Wanyama has announced his retirement from professional football at the age of 34, ending a career that spanned nearly two decades.The former Kenya captain confirmed his decision in a social media post. He rose…
Kenya Tourism Hits Record Sh500 Billion in 2025
Kenya’s tourism industry has posted its strongest performance to date, with earnings in 2025 reaching Sh500 billion.The figures, contained in the Kenya Tourism Sector Performance Report 2025, highlight both the resili…
Kenya Energy Chiefs Detained in Major Police Operation
Senior energy officials in Kenya have been detained as investigators examine alleged misconduct linked to recent fuel supply disruptions and concerns over product quality.Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal In…
Court Finds CEO Guilty of Sexual Harassment, Awards Employee Damages
The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nairobi has found that a company chief executive officer sexually harassed and assaulted a junior employee, and has awarded her damages for constructive dismissal.Justice S…
Widow of Johana Ng’eno Appointed to State Corporation Board
Ms Nayianoi Ntutu has been appointed to the board of the Information and Communications Technology Authority (ICTA), marking her return to public service weeks after the death of her husband, Emurua Dikirr MP Johana N…
What Every Green Card Holder Needs to Know Before Leaving the US
Lawful permanent residents are facing increased scrutiny at the United States borders, with some denied re-entry after extended periods abroad.Green card holders have reported growing difficulties when returning to th…
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…
IEBC to Host Diaspora Virtual Dialogue Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will hold a virtual forum on 14 May 2026 to engage Kenyans living abroad in preparation for the 2027 general election.Organised in partnership with the Diaspo…
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…
Nairobi Property Owners Turn to Global Hotel Brands to Boost Returns
Property owners in Nairobi are increasingly partnering with international hotel brands to strengthen their position in the serviced apartment market.Nairobi’s serviced apartment sector is undergoing a significant shif…
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…
Daphine Kaniaru: From Nursing Student in Kenya to Board-Certified Doctor in the United States
Daphine Kaniaru, a Kenyan-born woman who moved to the United States as a teenager, has become a board-certified medical doctor after years of sustained effort and training.Kaniaru relocated to the US 22 years ago afte…
Russia–Ukraine War: Government Confirms 16 Kenyans Missing in Action
Kenya has confirmed that at least 252 of its citizens have been recruited into the Russian military, with several reported missing, injured, or detained in connection with the Russia–Ukraine conflict.Appearing before…
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…
US Embassy Nairobi Continues DV Interviews Despite Program Suspension
The United States Embassy in Nairobi has confirmed that it is continuing to interview diversity visa applicants, even as the Green Card Lottery programme remains suspended.Consul General Nathan Flock stated in a recen…
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…
UK-Based Kenyan Prepares for Epic London–Eldoret Road Trip
Elly Kimutai Keter, a Kenyan living in the United Kingdom, will begin a road journey from London to Eldoret on 5 April 2026, estimating the trip will take around 130 hours with a co-driver.Keter has chosen a BMW 3 Ser…