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Catholic Priest Who Hosted Gachagua Found Murdered Along Nakuru-Nairobi Highway
A high-stakes investigation is underway in Nakuru County following the gruesome murder of Catholic priest John Maina, whose body was discovered on May 15 near Kikopey along the Nakuru-Nairobi highway. Maina, a respect…
Mukuru Residents Chant ‘Kumi Bila Break’ During President Ruto’s Address
President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the handover of 1,080 newly completed affordable housing units to residents of Mukuru. The event, marked by enthusiastic chants of “Kumi bila break,” reflecting public s…
Mike Sonko Claims US Has Lifted His Travel Ban
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko announced Tuesday, May 20, via his X account that the United States has reportedly reversed a travel ban imposed on him three years ago. The ban, initially enacted under President Jo…
Kenyan Woman Arrested in Mumbai Airport for Cocaine Smuggling
A Kenyan national was apprehended at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai after authorities discovered 1.57 litres of liquid cocaine concealed within cosmetic bottles, officials from Ind…
Kenyan Businesses Exploit Tax Reliefs at the Expense of Households
Despite government efforts to alleviate the financial burden on consumers through various tax reliefs and financial incentives, businesses in key sectors across Kenya are largely absorbing these benefits, resulting in…
Kenya Announces New Measures to Improve Access to Nairobi National Park
In response to a significant increase in visitor numbers and subsequent congestion at Nairobi National Park, the Kenyan government has initiated a series of measures aimed at improving access and streamlining visitor…
Can the US Government Revoke Your Green Card Years After Issuance?
A recent legal argument from the US Department of Justice (DOJ) has ignited fears within immigrant communities, particularly among long-term residents holding green cards. The DOJ contends that the Attorney General po…
Salasya Slams DCI Over Excessive Force in His Arrest
Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya was released on bail Monday following his arrest on Friday in connection with alleged hate speech violations. The arrest, which involved a dramatic interception on the Is…
Ringtone and Kagure Face Fraud Allegations in Nairobi Property Disputes
Gospel artist Alex Apoko, widely recognised as Ringtone, and politician Agnes Kagure find themselves entangled in a series of high-profile land disputes in Nairobi’s affluent neighbourhoods. Apoko is currently facing…
Gachagua and Nyoro Demand Increased Budget for Mt. Kenya Region
President William Ruto is facing mounting pressure from key Mt. Kenya figures, including Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua and Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, who are demanding increased budgetary all…
Former President Joe Biden Diagnosed with Advanced Prostate Cancer
Former US President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer that has metastasised to his bones, a disclosure made public on Sunday. The diagnosis follows medical evaluations conducted last week, rev…
Senate Clashes with National Assembly Over IEBC Nominee Vetting Process
A contentious dispute has erupted between Kenya's Senate and National Assembly over the vetting process for nominees to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), casting a shadow over the critical ta…
We Will Arrest You, Ruto Officials Warn Rigathi Gachagua
The Kenyan political landscape is experiencing heightened tensions as senior government officials issue stern warnings to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, alleging incitement and threatening legal repercussio…
Faith or Rejection? Gen Z’s Complex Relationship with Religion
In an era defined by unprecedented access to information and a growing emphasis on individual autonomy, Generation Z is reshaping the landscape of religion. Unlike previous generations, where religious beliefs were of…
Kenya’s Affordable Housing Program Faces Evictions, Legal Battles, and Delays
President William Ruto's ambitious Affordable Housing Program, designed to alleviate Kenya's housing deficit and stimulate economic growth, is facing increasing scrutiny as reports of displacement, legal challenges, a…
Immigrants Competing for US Citizenship? Controversial TV Pitch Faces Backlash
A proposed reality television show concept titled The American, which would see immigrants competing for US citizenship through a series of challenges, has sparked significant controversy and debate about the ethics o…
Kenyan National Faces Life Sentence for Alleged Arms Trafficking to Mexican Cartel
A Kenyan national, Elisha Asumo, is facing potential life imprisonment in the United States after his arrest in Morocco on charges of facilitating firearms purchases for the Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) cartel, one…
Gachagua’s Leadership Tested as He Balances Opposition and Mt Kenya Interests
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has officially unveiled his new political party, the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), setting the stage for a potentially transformative period in Kenyan politics leadin…
Raila Odinga Faces Political Uncertainty Amid Ruto’s Broad-Based Deal
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), Kenya's prominent opposition party, is grappling with escalating internal divisions that jeopardise its cohesion and future prospects as the nation approaches the 2027 general ele…
How Trump Is Using History to Tighten Immigration
The United States' ongoing debates over border security, deportation policies, and pathways to citizenship are deeply rooted in a complex history of immigration law that has oscillated between welcoming newcomers and…