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Kenyan Pastor Arrested in Nairobi for Defrauding Ethiopian Citizen of Ksh 3M
Detectives from the Nairobi Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU) have arrested a man accused of impersonating a senior government official to defraud an Ethiopian refugee of over Ksh. 3 million. The suspect, identified a…

Kenyan Man Dies in Tragic Road Accident in the UK
A 28-year-old Kenyan resident of Northstowe, Cambridgeshire, died early Wednesday morning in a single-vehicle collision on the A14, prompting a police investigation and causing significant traffic disruptions. The acc…

Police Declare Samidoh a Deserter, Order His Immediate Arrest
Samuel Ndirangu Muchoki, the Kenyan police officer and celebrated musician known as Samidoh, is under scrutiny as the National Police Service (NPS) has initiated disciplinary actions against him, citing desertion from…

Kenya’s Education Ministry Struggles to Verify Exact Student Enrollment Figures
Kenya's education sector faces growing concerns over the reliability of student data as the government transitions from the National Education Management Information System (Nemis) to the new Kenya Education Managemen…

Kenya’s Changing Role in East Africa: Mediation or Interference?
Since assuming office in September 2022, President William Ruto has significantly reshaped Kenya’s foreign policy, drawing criticism for its increasingly assertive and transactional approach. Once regarded as a stabil…

Widow: Ojwang Had Big Dreams for His Family and Kakoth Community
The village of Kakoth is grappling with the sudden death of Albert Ojwang, a young farmer and former teacher, after he was taken into police custody last Saturday. Ojwang's death has ignited grief and raised questions…

CS John Mbadi Announces State Will Cover KCSE Exam Fees
The Kenyan government has reversed its decision to eliminate the national examination fee waiver for secondary school students, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced on Monday, June 9. This reversal follows…

Los Angeles Faces Unrest as Immigration Raids Lead to Protests and Vandalism
Los Angeles is currently the focal point of escalating political and social unrest following a series of federal immigration raids that have triggered widespread protests and confrontations. The initial demonstrations…

Police Chiefs Face Scrutiny Over Teacher’s Death in Nairobi Custody
The death of Albert Ojwang, a Voi-based blogger and teacher, while in police custody has sparked widespread public outcry and intensified calls for accountability within Kenya's law enforcement agencies. The incident…

Raila Odinga Condemns Police Brutality After Albert Ojwang’s Death in Detention
Public outrage is mounting in Kenya after Albert Ojwang, a young man detained over a social media post, died while in police custody. The circumstances surrounding his death have ignited widespread concern about polic…

Can Ruto and Kindiki’s Academic Credentials Translate Into Effective Governance?
As Kenya moves closer to the 2027 elections, President William Ruto's administration, the first in the nation's history to be led by two PhD holders, faces increasing scrutiny over its ability to translate academic cr…

Kibera Court Sentences Man to Death for Stealing Tecno Phone in Kawangware
A Kibera court has sentenced Isaac Khanga to death for two counts of robbery with violence following incidents that occurred on November 3, 2024, in the Madiaba area of Kawangware. Principal Magistrate Christine Njagi…

Ruto’s 1,000 Days: From ‘Hustler’ to ‘Kasongo,’ Public Sentiment Shapes His Presidency
President William Ruto has vigorously defended his administration's economic policies and progress over the past 1,000 days.The president emphasises his commitment to accountability and stability, even as his tenure f…

How Your Social Media Posts Could Impact Your US Student Visa Approval
The United States Department of State has initiated an immediate suspension of new student visa interviews at embassies and consulates worldwide, a move poised to disrupt the academic aspirations of thousands of inter…

How You Can Pay for SHA Lipa Pole Pole Scheme Using Hustler Fund
The Kenyan government has initiated a program enabling citizens to utilise the Hustler Fund microloan program to cover their Social Health Authority (SHA) premiums. Effective immediately, this integration allows indiv…

Muturi: Kenyan Youth Must Not Be Silenced for Speaking the Truth
The death of Albert Ojwang, a prominent social media personality, while in police custody at Nairobi's Central Police Station has ignited widespread condemnation and demands for accountability from political figures a…

Government Pathologist Dr Johansen Oduor Withdraws From Albert Ojwang’s Autopsy
The scheduled autopsy of Albert Ojwang, a prominent X (formerly Twitter) influencer and teacher who died in police custody, was postponed on Monday, June 9, after Chief Government Pathologist Johansen Oduor recused hi…

Sifuna: Ruto Has Failed Kenyans and Should Serve Only One Term
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is sharpening its stance against the Kenya Kwanza administration as the 2027 general elections loom.Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna has issued a sharp critique of President William…

Kenya’s Grade 9 Learners Begin Senior School Selection Under New Guidelines
Kenya is on the cusp of a significant educational transformation as approximately 1.2 million Grade 9 students begin selecting their preferred career pathways. This initiative is designed to tailor education to studen…

Kenyan MPs Target More Hospitals in Organ Trafficking Scandal
The Kenyan healthcare sector is under intense scrutiny as a parliamentary inquiry commences into allegations of illicit human organ trafficking, with potential ramifications for multiple hospitals and medical professi…