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Likoni Ferry Tragedy: Court Demands Answers Over Missing Footage, Faulty Safety Systems
A judicial inquest into the 2019 Likoni ferry tragedy has taken a critical turn, with a Mombasa court summoning senior officials from Kenya Ferry Services (KFS) and the National Police Service to address the mishandli…
Political Dynasties in Kenya Raise Concerns Over Fair Access to Elective Positions
The upcoming by-elections in Kasipul and Malava constituencies are intensifying scrutiny of Kenya’s political landscape, as endorsements of Boyd Were and Rhyan Injendi to succeed their late fathers spark renewed debat…
Nairobi High Court: Spouses Must Prove Contribution to Claim Matrimonial Property
The Kenyan High Court has determined that divorcing spouses must provide evidence of their contribution to matrimonial property, even when the property is registered jointly. The decision, delivered by Justice Reuben…
Half a million Kenyan Babies Miss lifesaving Breastfeeding, Health Data Shows
Kenya is facing significant challenges in achieving its national breastfeeding goals, as evidenced by recent Ministry of Health data indicating that only 61 percent of newborns are exclusively breastfed for the recomm…
Kisumu Plans Las Vegas-Style Transformation for Kondele in Urban Renewal Strategy
Kisumu is embarking on an ambitious urban renewal project, with Kondele slated to become a vibrant entertainment and business district, echoing the energy of Las Vegas. This initiative, a cornerstone of the Kisumu Cit…
Matiang’i Launches 2027 Presidential Bid in Baltimore, Calls for Diaspora Mobilisation
Dr Fred Matiang’i, the former Interior Cabinet Secretary, has officially launched his presidential campaign, making a strong appeal to Kenyans living abroad and positioning them as central to his strategy for the 2027…
Kenyan Travellers to Pay Over Ksh56,000 for US Visas Starting October 2025
Kenyan citizens planning travel to the United States will face substantially higher visa costs starting 1 October 2025, as a new US immigration law introduces a mandatory "Visa Integrity Fee" of $250 (approximately Ks…
Sudi Slams Gachagua for Urging Kenyans Abroad to Halt Remittances
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's recent call for Kenyans from the Mt Kenya region living abroad to suspend remittances has ignited a firestorm of political controversy in Kenya. The remarks, made during his…
Kioni Accuses Raila of Misusing Uhuru’s Name in Government Engagement Narrative
A deepening rift has emerged within Kenya's opposition ranks as Jubilee Party Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni criticised Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga over recent claims of bipartisan governmen…
Kenyan National Arrested in Morocco Over Links to Mexico’s Notorious Drug Cartel
Evidence of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel's (CJNG) growing footprint in East Africa is raising alarm, following the arrest of a Kenyan national linked to the notorious Mexican drug syndicate.Elisha Odhiambo Asumo…
Ruto: I Didn’t Overpromise—Kenya Needs Bold Goals
President William Ruto has defended his administration's commitment to delivering on its 2022 campaign promises.Speaking at a church service where Reverend Benjamin Kalanzo was installed as head of the African Inland…
KDF Blocks Meal Allowances—Here’s Why Soldiers Are Worried
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) initiated a significant overhaul of its personnel welfare system on 1 July 2025, introducing a 'pay-as-you-eat' (Paye) system that fundamentally alters how service members access meal al…
Raila Pledges Support for Ruto Until 2027
In a comprehensive interview, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has ignited a renewed debate over Kenya’s political landscape, advocating for radical electoral reforms and clarifying his party’s pos…
Urban Kenyans Rethink Home-Hosting After Lilian Ng’ang’a’s Viral Statement
A statement by Lilian Ng’ang’a, former First Lady of Machakos County, expressing her aversion to home-hosting has sparked a nationwide debate.Ng'ang'a's candid remark during a YouTube interview – "I don’t like guests…
Kenyan Embassy in Dublin Steps Up Support as Diaspora Numbers Climb
The Kenyan government is intensifying its efforts to strengthen ties with its diaspora community, estimated at four million people worldwide, by launching new initiatives designed to foster greater engagement and impr…
Nairobi County Cracks Down on Illegal Waste Disposal in Pipeline and Eastleigh
Nairobi County has launched a stringent crackdown on residents and property owners flouting waste management regulations, beginning with high-density areas such as Pipeline and Eastleigh. The operation, initiated on S…
US Economic Popularity Declines in Kenya as China Gains Favour
A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals a notable shift in Kenya’s economic preferences, with China equalling the United States in favourability for the first time. According to the survey conducted between Januar…
IEBC Lays Out Plan to Expand Voter Register and Strengthen Transparency Before 2027
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is implementing a wide-ranging reform agenda focused on restoring public trust and ensuring transparent, credible elections by 2027. The newly reconstituted c…
How Uhuru Is Quietly Rebuilding Power Lines Ahead of 2027 Elections
As Kenya edges closer to the 2027 general election, former President Uhuru Kenyatta's influence is subtly resurfacing, shaping the political dynamics, particularly in the crucial Mount Kenya region. Though largely abs…
Music as a Political Weapon: Kenyan Artists Challenge Power Through Songs
As Kenyans grapple with the contentious Finance Bill and increased police presence, a resurgence of protest music underscores the nation's enduring tradition of using song as a powerful tool for political expression. …