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Who Was Grace Mburu? Remembering the Actress Behind Mama Bob
Grace Mburu, the Kenyan actress best known for her role as Mama Bob in the popular television series Machachari, has died. Her death was confirmed on Tuesday by her sister and fellow actress Wanjiku Mburu. Mburu gaine…
Former Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero Acquitted of Corruption Charges
Former Nairobi Governor Dr Evans Kidero and five former senior county officials have been acquitted of corruption charges involving the alleged misuse of Sh213 million during his tenure.The Anti-Corruption Court ruled…
Kalonzo Musyoka Leads Delegation to Honour Raila Odinga in Bondo
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka today led a major delegation to Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County, to pay tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.The delegation of more than 500 people from U…
Kisii Family Appeals for Urgent Repatriation of Ailing Daughter in Saudi Arabia
A Kenyan family is urgently appealing for government assistance to bring home their daughter, Brevah Nyaboke Mokua, a 23-year-old domestic worker in Saudi Arabia who has fallen seriously ill and is reportedly being he…
Middle-Class Buruburu: Low Rents, Flat Home Prices Cause Concern
Buruburu, once Nairobi’s symbol of middle-class ambition, is losing ground to newer satellite towns offering modern housing and better infrastructure.Developed between 1974 and 1984 in five phases, Buruburu was design…
Ministry Warns County Levies on Power Lines Could Raise Internet Costs
The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy has opposed a proposal allowing county governments to impose charges on public power lines, warning that the move could raise internet costs and disr…
Ruto Pledges Lower Remittance Costs to Boost Diaspora Contributions
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans living abroad to take a more active role in advancing the country’s economic transformation.Speaking in Doha during the UN Second World Summit for Social Development, President…
Humanoid Robot Loses Grip on Frying Pan, Turns Cooking Into Comedy Show
A humanoid robot built to perform household tasks malfunctioned during a kitchen test, collapsing mid-demonstration in a video that has since gone viral.In the footage, YouTuber Cody Detwiller, known online as Whistli…
Kenyan Engineer Freed in Ethiopia After Ksh2.5 Million Ransom Paid
A Kenyan engineer abducted in Ethiopia last week has been released after his employer paid a ransom of 3 million Ethiopian Birr (about Ksh3 million).Samuel Njagi Mbugua, a plant manager at a glass packaging factory in…
CS Ruku Accuses Gachagua of Sowing Division in Mt Kenya
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has sharply criticised former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of sowing division in the Mt Kenya region by questioning the integrity of its leaders.Speaki…
Bilateral Trade Between Kenya and the UK Hits Sh340 Billion Milestone
Bilateral trade between Kenya and the United Kingdom has exceeded Sh340 billion (£2.1 billion) for the first time, marking an 11.9 percent increase over the previous year, according to data released by the UK Departme…
What Police Found at the Controversial Zion Fire Anointing Ministries
Police in Mombasa are investigating Zion Fire Anointing Ministries Church after rescuing 27 people, including children, and arresting two senior female members during a raid at the church’s premises in Changamwe.The a…
US Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Overhaul H-1B and L-1 Visas
Senators Chuck Grassley and Dick Durbin have introduced bipartisan legislation to overhaul the H-1B and L-1 visa programmes. They aim to strengthen oversight, protect workers, and increase transparency in the hiring o…
US to Collect DNA, Facial, and Voice Data from All Immigration Applicants
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed new rules that would greatly expand the collection of biometric data across the immigration system.The department will require DNA samples, facial images, fing…
No Rest for Kipchoge: Marathon Legend Launches Worldwide Tour
Kenyan marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge has announced a new global running initiative aimed at promoting education and environmental sustainability.Following his 17th-place finish at the New York City Marathon on Sunday…
TikTok Deletes Over 500,000 Videos in Kenya Over Violation of Rules
TikTok deleted more than 500,000 videos from its Kenyan platform between April and June 2025 as part of expanded efforts to enforce its Community Guidelines, the company said in its latest quarterly report.According t…
Police Rescue 20 Children, Detain 7 Adults in Suspected Mombasa Cult
Police in Mombasa County have rescued 20 children and detained seven adults during a raid on a church in Changamwe, as part of an investigation into suspected religious cult activities.The operation, led by Changamwe…
Mike Sonko Pays Hospital Bills for 110 Mothers Held at Mama Lucy Kibaki, Covers SHA Fees
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has paid the hospital bills for 110 mothers reportedly held at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital over unpaid maternity fees.Sonko announced the intervention on Tuesday, 4 November, saying he…
Opposition Unites to Challenge Ruto, ODM in Upcoming By-Elections
Kenya’s United Opposition coalition has announced a unified strategy to field joint candidates in the 27 November 2025 by-elections.The plan was unveiled in Nairobi on Monday, where former Deputy President Rigathi Gac…
ODM Moves to Strengthen Coastal Base Following Raila Odinga’s Death
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has launched a campaign to reinforce its political influence in Kenya’s Coast region ahead of the Magarini by-election, following the death of its long-time leader, Raila Odinga.Se…