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Lamu Shifts Gears from Coastal Traditions to Thriving Industries
Lamu County, known for its rich Swahili culture and beautiful coastline, is quickly becoming an important industrial centre in East Africa. This change is driven by major investments in infrastructure, especially the…
Kenyan Nationals Among Those Affected by Harsh New US Immigration Measures
Millions of foreign nationals holding valid US visas are facing growing uncertainty following the Trump administration’s announcement of a new, far-reaching immigration review.The policy, introduced on Thursday, 21 Au…
Ministry Delays Petition to Relocate Jomo Kenyatta Remains to Gatundu
The Ministry of Gender, Culture, and Children Services is reviewing a formal petition by Nairobi resident John Mweha calling for the relocation of Jomo Kenyatta’s remains from Parliament Grounds to his ancestral home…
How Nairobi Became One of the World’s Most Polluted Cities
Once celebrated for its cultural vibrancy and economic growth, Nairobi is now contending with a serious environmental threat: worsening air pollution that has placed the city among the most polluted urban centres worl…
How a Woman’s Fight Against CRB Led to Her Property Auction
The High Court in Malindi has rejected Asha Kamene Salim’s application to stop the auction of coastal land she valued at nearly Sh100 million.The ruling allows Eco Bank Ltd to proceed with the sale of the properties…
Gachagua Chooses Silence as Tensions Rise on Homecoming
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s return to Kenya on Thursday triggered scenes of disruption at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), as confusion over his exit route caused unrest among hundreds of sup…
Harambee Stars One Win Away from Historic CHAN Semi-Final
Kenya’s Harambee Stars is on the brink of a historic achievement as they prepare to face Madagascar in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) quarter-finals this afternoon at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasa…
Matatu Culture: Graffiti Artists Earning Up to Sh250,000 Through Urban Art
Nairobi’s public transport system has evolved beyond its traditional role, with ‘nganya’—matatus decorated as vibrant, mobile artworks—becoming a distinctive form of urban expression. These colourful vehicles not only…
Why Online Listings Alone Can’t Guarantee Profitable Short-Term Rentals
In Nairobi’s competitive property management sector, Trianum Hospitality, a family business run by sisters Samantha, Mwende, and Mutheu Muna, has established a profitable niche by focusing on operational excellence. T…
Kenyan Family Seeks Government Help Over Son’s Detention in UAE
A family from Kangoya in Kiambu County is calling on Kenya’s Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs to intervene in the prolonged detention of their son, James Kariuki Thiong’o, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Th…
EACC Denies Reports of Planned Raid on Speaker Wetang’ula’s Residence
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has dismissed claims that it plans to raid the home of National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, calling the reports false and misleading. The clarification follows P…
ODM Postpones Busia County Delegate Elections
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced a last-minute postponement of its planned delegate elections in Busia County, which were scheduled to take place on Monday, 25 August 2025. The delay comes as the par…
Gachagua Arrives in Nairobi After US Tour
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua arrived back in Nairobi on Thursday following a controversial tour of the United States.Gachagua landed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to a large crowd of Democr…
US Signs Deportation Agreements with Honduras and Uganda
Washington has signed new agreements with Uganda and Honduras to deport asylum seekers and undocumented migrants. These deals, part of a wider US effort to reduce illegal immigration, have drawn criticism from human r…
Woman Arrested in Molo After Newborn Body Found in Pit Latrine
Mercy Chepkurui, 33, has been arrested in Molo, Nakuru County, after the body of a newborn was found in a pit latrine in Block Ten village.Chepkurui, originally from Transmara in Narok South, had recently moved to the…
Laikipia Residents Win Landmark Sh505 Million Payout Over UK Military Fire
Residents of Laikipia County, Kenya, are set to receive a total of Sh505 million in compensation from the UK government, following a destructive wildfire caused by British military exercises in March 2021.The fire bro…
Murkomen Vows to Crush Gangs in Michuki-Style Crackdown
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has vowed to dismantle criminal networks, drawing comparisons to the tough policies once championed by the late John Michuki.Murkomen has placed particular focus on disman…
Death Announcement : Moses Ogutu of Lubbock, Texas
Moses Ogutu, lovingly known as Abdalla, was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated community member. He peacefully passed away on August 9, 2025, at the age of 69, in Lubbock, Texas. Born on December 30…
Wealthy Kenyans Favour Kitisuru, Loresho and Karen for Luxury Living – Report
Kitisuru has firmly established itself as the premier residential address for Kenya’s affluent population, according to a new market analysis by property consultancy Knight Frank. The report highlights a rising demand…
US Tightens Immigration Scrutiny with Focus on ‘Anti-American’ Sentiment
A newly introduced US immigration policy has triggered widespread concern due to its focus on identifying "anti-Americanism" among applicants. Announced earlier this week, the policy expands the authority of immigrati…