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Jimi Wanjigi Takes Helm of Safina Party, Vows to Challenge President Ruto in 2027
Jimi Wanjigi has officially assumed leadership of the Safina Party, taking over from founding leader Paul Muite during a Special Delegates Convention held in Nairobi on 18 September.In a statement released the followi…
Raila Odinga’s Verified X Account Hacked to Share Fake Cryptocurrency Endorsement
A deepfake video of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga endorsing a cryptocurrency scheme was posted from his verified X account on 18 September following an apparent cyber breach.The video, created using artificial in…
H-1B Visa Holders in the US Now Earn an Average of $167,533 Annually
The average annual salary for H-1B visa holders in the United States is now $167,533, according to new data from ZipRecruiter, with earnings varying widely across roles, industries, and locations.The top 10% of H-1B e…
Kenyan Property Owners Adopt New Acoustic Technologies to Meet Noise Standards
Tighter government enforcement of noise regulations is driving increased demand for soundproofing materials across Kenya’s urban buildings, particularly in places of worship, entertainment venues, and residential deve…
Nairobi’s Public Parks Become Meeting Grounds for Educated Yet Unemployed Youth
Public parks in central Nairobi are now daily gathering points for educated but unemployed youth, many holding degrees in fields such as engineering, statistics, commerce, and education.These locations, Jeevanjee Gard…
Kenyan Cabinet Secretaries Defy Court Ruling on Early 2027 Campaigns
Senior government officials in Kenya are continuing to engage in political campaigning for President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid, despite a High Court ruling that prohibits early electioneering by State office…
Sakaja Defends CBD Tent Removal as Effort to Restore Order in Nairobi
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has defended the removal of informal business tents from the Central Business District, saying the move is aimed at restoring order and improving the city’s appearance.In a radio interv…
‘I’m Not Uhuru’s Project’: Matiang’i Rejects Claims of Political Sponsorship
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has dismissed claims that his presidential campaign is backed by corrupt funds or political sponsors, saying it is financed through personal networks and grassroots sup…
“I’m at the police station”: Last Message from Missing Kenyan Worker in Saudi Arabia
A Kenyan domestic worker has gone missing in Saudi Arabia after sending a final message from a police station, prompting her family to appeal for urgent help in locating her.Margaret Ngele, 27, travelled to Saudi Arab…
High Court Upholds Ferdinand Waititu’s 12-Year Corruption Sentence
The High Court has upheld former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu’s 12-year prison sentence for corruption, dismissing his application to review the conviction and sentence.Justice Lucy Njuguna ruled that Waititu’s r…
TSC Now Requires Master’s Degrees for School Principals and Deputies
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has introduced new minimum academic and professional requirements for school leadership roles, including mandatory master’s degrees for secondary school principals and deputies.Th…
Faith Cherotich Eyes World Record After Championship Triumph
Faith Cherotich won the women’s 3,000 metres steeplechase at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, setting a championship record of 8:51.59 and securing Kenya’s fourth gold medal, all claimed by female athl…
Kenya’s Local Towns Gain Momentum in Urbanisation Push
Urban centres across Kirinyaga County, including Sagana, Kagio, Kutus, Kerugoya, Kianyaga, Kagumo, and Ngurubani, have undergone major upgrades in infrastructure and economic activity, transforming into thriving comme…
Kenyan Diaspora Urged to Join Public Consultations on National Heroes
The Kenyan government has invited members of the diaspora to contribute to a public consultation on the national honours system.The National Heroes Council, under the Ministry of Gender, Culture, the Arts and Heritage…
Kenyan Parents Turn to AI for Parenting Support and Guidance
An increasing number of Kenyan parents are using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support their parenting.Many are turning to digital assistants for advice on child development, health concerns, education and com…
Kenyan Woman in Australia Admits to Throwing Newborn from Window
A 26-year-old Kenyan woman has pleaded guilty to throwing her newborn son from a window shortly after giving birth at her Melbourne home in August 2024. The baby survived but sustained life-threatening injuries. Irene…
‘Are H-1B Workers Stealing US Jobs?’ Viral Post Sparks Online Backlash
A viral social media post questioning whether foreign tech workers on H-1B visas feel morally conflicted about holding jobs in the United States has triggered strong reactions online.The H-1B visa programme, which all…
Ruto: Special Economic Zones Will Boost Employment
President William Ruto has officially launched construction of the Vipingo Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Kilifi County, a major industrial development expected to attract Sh390 billion in investment and create over 3…
Gachagua’s Presidential Run Stirs Political Currents Ahead of 2027
Rigathi Gachagua has announced his intention to run for president in 2027, introducing a new dynamic within Kenya’s opposition ranks and prompting shifts in coalition strategy.The former deputy president made the decl…
Your Funds Are Safe — SHA Director Mwangangi Reassures Kenyans
Kenya’s Social Health Authority (SHA) has assured the public of its financial stability, responding to concerns about delays in claims processing and the management of healthcare funds.Speaking on Citizen TV, SHA Dire…