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Kenyan Businessman Edward Kirathe Mourns Death of Son in the UK
An inquest into the death of 20-year-old Kenyan student Christopher Muriithi Kirathe is scheduled to begin in Manchester on Tuesday morning.Kirathe, the son of Acorn Group founder and chief executive Edward Kirathe, d…
In Parliament this week: Senate Pays Tribute to Raila, Clarifies State Honour Tradition
Kenya’s Senate has paid tribute to the late Raila Amolo Odinga during this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations, recognising the former Prime Minister as a central figure in the country’s democratic transformation.In a st…
Can Green Card Holders Lose Residency After a Year Abroad?
Lawful permanent residents returning to the United States are facing stricter checks at airports and land crossings, with some being refused re-entry after overseas travel.Under the Trump administration’s enforcement…
Inside the Car with Raila: Erick Ominde on 24 Years of Service and Historic Moments
Erick Ominde was behind the wheel on 30 January 2018 when Raila Odinga declared himself the “People’s President” at Uhuru Park.At the time, Ominde was 36 years old and had already spent years navigating high-stakes po…
How to Use Child Support to Improve Your Home and Lifestyle
A single mother of two in Thika has seen her monthly income double to Sh39,000 following a court order requiring her first child’s father to pay Sh20,000 in monthly child support.The 28-year-old receptionist, who earn…
When Politics Took a Backseat: Raila and the Mau Forest
Raila Odinga’s 2009 directive to reclaim the Mau Forest marked one of the most defining and politically costly decisions of his career, setting him apart as a leader willing to risk electoral support for environmental…
Nairobi Landlords to Pay Higher Land Rates from January 2026
Nairobi property owners will face higher land rates from 1 January 2026 after the county government approved a new valuation and rating framework.The Nairobi City County Government announced the changes on Friday, 24…
Kenyan Woman Abused in Saudi Arabia Safely Repatriated Following Government Intervention
A Kenyan woman who faced alleged abuse while working in Saudi Arabia has been safely returned home following a coordinated effort by government officials and local representatives.Frenda Chelangat, from Cheptiret in U…
Maraga Pledges Zero Tolerance for Corruption if Elected
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has announced his bid for Kenya’s presidency, pledging to lead an uncompromising fight against corruption and restore public trust through transparency and accountability.Launching hi…
KRA Announces New Rules for Obtaining Tax Compliance Certificates
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has introduced stricter rules for obtaining a Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC), requiring applicants to meet new digital invoicing and tax compliance standards.Under the revised frame…
IEBC Rejects Fake Notice Declaring UDA MCA Winners Ahead of November Polls
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has dismissed as fake a gazette notice circulating online that falsely declares two candidates as winners in the forthcoming November by-elections.The commiss…
Kenyan Man Chooses Self-Deportation, Leaving Wife and Children in Michigan
A Kenyan-born accountant who lived in Michigan for more than a decade has left the United States voluntarily after years of unresolved immigration proceedings, separating him from his wife and three young children.Sam…
Ong’ondo Were murder: Investigating Officer Ordered to Submit Exhibit Inventory
The High Court in Kibera has directed the investigating officer in the murder case of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were to appear in person and provide a detailed list of items seized from the five accused individuals…
Gideon Moi Expected to Receive Cabinet Appointment in Major Reshuffle
President William Ruto is preparing to announce a major Cabinet reshuffle that is expected to bring Kanu chairman Gideon Moi into his administration as part of an expanded “broad-based government.”The anticipated chan…
US Plans to Deport Over 600,000 Undocumented Migrants by End of 2025
The United States government is expected to deport more than 600,000 undocumented migrants by the end of 2025, according to White House border adviser Tom Homan.The Trump administration has emphasised a firm approach…
UK High Potential Visa Allows Graduates to Work Without a Job Offer
The United Kingdom is continuing to promote its High Potential Individual (HPI) visa, a scheme that allows graduates from leading international universities to live and work in the UK without needing a job offer.The H…
Green Card Holders May Lose Re-entry Privileges After One Year Outside the US
Lawful permanent residents of the United States are facing closer inspection when re-entering the country.Reports of entry denials and claims of residency abandonment are becoming more frequent under tighter immigrati…
Flights, Friendships, and Fine Whisky: Memories of Raila’s Flights
Dr Richard Kubo, Executive Chairman of Twinstar Aviation, has paid tribute to the late Raila Amolo Odinga, recalling his years as the former Prime Minister’s pilot and close acquaintance.Speaking at Wilson Airport in…
MP Otiende Amollo Warns Broad-Based Government May Weaken Parliamentary Scrutiny
Kenya’s broad-based government is facing growing concern over its impact on parliamentary oversight, with critics warning that the inclusive political arrangement may be weakening the role of the legislature.Rarieda M…
Police Investigate Multiple Violent Deaths Across Several Kenyan Counties
Several counties in Kenya are under investigation following a series of violent deaths reported over the past week, with police probing multiple killings marked by disturbing circumstances and unclear motives.In Kilif…