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How UK’s New Digital Visa System Will Affect Kenyan Migrants and Students
The United Kingdom is undergoing a significant transformation in its immigration and trade policies, with new measures set to impact countries like Kenya. The changes, encompassing digitised visa processes and reworke…
Trump Administration Ends Bond Hearings for Undocumented Migrants, Increasing Detentions
The Trump administration is implementing a policy shift that eliminates bond hearings for undocumented migrants contesting deportation. The move is poised to drastically increase the number of individuals held in fede…
Muturi Proposes Election Reform to Give Candidates Direct Access to Poll Results
Former Public Service Minister and Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has reignited the debate surrounding electoral transparency in Kenya, advocating for immediate access to presidential election results at the co…
Mount Kenya Leaders Clash as Gachagua Accuses Ichung’wah and Kiunjuri of Betrayal
A deepening political schism has erupted within Mount Kenya region.The rift is triggered by accusations from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah and Laikip…
Politicians Under Fire for ‘Poll Rigging’ Remarks Ahead of 2027 Elections
Barely a week into its new mandate, Kenya’s Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is embroiled in a political storm, grappling with allegations of electoral manipulation that threaten to undermine pub…
Majority of US Immigration Detainees Lack Criminal History, Data Shows
The Trump administration's aggressive immigration enforcement policies face mounting criticism as data reveals a significant proportion of detainees have no criminal convictions, contradicting claims that the focus is…
Kenyan Woman Arrested in Mumbai Cocaine Smuggling Operation
A Kenyan woman is in custody in Mumbai following her arrest at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Friday, accused of attempting to smuggle cocaine into India via internal concealment. Florence Indang…
KWS Seeks to Raise National Park Fees by 50%
Kenya's tourism industry is embroiled in a heated debate following a proposal by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) to significantly increase entry fees for national parks. The proposed fee hikes, outlined in the draft…
Matiang’i Cautions Against Repeat of 2007 Violence, Calls for Electoral Vigilance
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has issued a strong call for vigilance regarding Kenya’s electoral processes, warning that a repeat of the 2007 post-election violence must be avoided. His remarks, del…
Equity Bank Fraud: Investigation Plagued by Allegations of Cover-Up in £10 Million Heist
A high-profile investigation into the theft of Sh1.5 billion (£10 million) from Equity Bank is facing accusations of a coordinated cover-up, amid allegations of insider collusion and political meddling. The initial al…
Househelp Confesses to Killing Naivasha Medic, Body Found Buried in Shallow Grave
The body of Jane Wambui Njoroge, a clinical officer at Naivasha sub-County Hospital, has been discovered buried in her compound in the Raini Trading Centre, following her disappearance on 4 July. Police have arrested…
Kenya to Raise Legal Drinking Age to 21
Kenya is set to overhaul its alcohol control framework with the implementation of the 2025 National Policy on Alcohol, Drugs and Substance Abuse. Approved by the Cabinet on 24 June, the policy aims to address the esca…
Raila’s Age and Gachagua’s Impeachment Push Them Toward Kingmaker Status
As Kenya approaches the 2027 General Election, the political arena is witnessing a significant transformation. Veteran politicians Raila Odinga and Rigathi Gachagua are positioning themselves not as direct contenders…
Lagat Resumes Office After IPOA Clears Him in Ojwang Case
Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) of Police Eliud Lagat has resumed his duties at Vigilance House, Nairobi, after an 18-day absence prompted by the death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody. The…
Kenyan Diaspora Urged to Support Family of Caregiver Killed in Birmingham
An ongoing police investigation into the death of Irene, a Kenyan mental health carer, while on duty in Birmingham has ignited a fierce debate about the safety and protection of migrant workers within the UK's care in…
The Hidden Threat That Could Wipe Tilapia Off East African Menus
Lake Victoria, East Africa’s largest freshwater lake, faces an escalating ecological crisis that is decimating fish populations and jeopardising the livelihoods of millions. Fishermen like Joseph Ochieng are catching…
Wajackoyah Graduates With Second PhD From Florida-Based Walden University
George Wajackoyah, the leader of Kenya's Roots Party and a former presidential candidate, has recently been awarded a second doctorate, this time in Law and Public Policy from Walden University in Orlando, Florida. Th…
Saba Saba Detainee Dies from Head Injury at Nanyuki Women’s Prison
The death of a 24-year-old woman, Julia Wangui Wamaitha, while in remand at Nanyuki Women’s Prison, has ignited public anger. Wamaitha, a mother of two, died from brain injuries following emergency surgery, days after…
Ruto Defends "Shoot-on-the-Leg" Order Amidst Police Conduct Criticism
President William Ruto has staunchly defended his directive authorising police to incapacitate violent protesters, citing constitutional obligations to protect lives and property. His remarks, made during a tree-plant…
How Gen Zs Could Disrupt Ethnic Politics in Kenya's 2027 Election
Kenya's electoral landscape is poised for a significant transformation in the 2027 General Election, with the emergence of Gen Z voters challenging the long-standing dominance of ethnic-based voting. As this new gener…