Latest government stories from across Kenya.
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has officially launched a new digital e-Certificate platform, allowing former Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) and Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) candidates to…
The foundational bond between law enforcement and the public relies entirely on trust. When that trust is shattered by systemic issues, such as excessive force, unlawful killings, and the intimidation of citizens during protests and…
The Government of Kenya has enacted the National Cybersecurity Agency Order 2026, under Legal Notice No. 89. This order formalizes cybersecurity as a primary component of national security policy, reflecting the country’s reliance on…
When Francis Lesilampa was arrested and charged in July 2025 for allegedly publishing a fabricated M-Pesa message about Samburu County Governor Jonathan Lelelit, he faced up to 10 years in prison or a Ksh 5 million fine. Today, he is a…
As of June 1st, 2026, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has officially operationalized an enforcement framework designed to digitize minor traffic offenses. This was done in collaboration with the National Police Service…
The Nairobi City County Government has officially joined the Bloomberg Philanthropies Initiative for Global Road Safety (BIGRS). Nairobi joins a network of more than 30 global cities participating in the initiative. The partnership is…
In August 2023, Senator Edwin Sifuna stood before the Senate and tabled a motion. His motion laid bare a terrifying reality that our boarding schools are putting our children in direct danger. The 100% transition policy jammed every…
Nairobi City County has officially launched a public awareness campaign alongside a six-month compliance window, allowing property owners to regularise unapproved yet structurally sound developments without facing penalties. The grace…
Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy recently pulled back the curtain on its Draft National Data Governance Policy. Developed with technical backing from the European Union and the GIZ Digital…
Public healthcare in Kenya often feels like a cruel riddle. How can a patient be handed a prescription at a local public hospital and told, Sorry, we are out of stock, while down the road, Ksh. 1 billion worth of lifesaving medicine…
In a recent address to the Senate, Kenya’s Ministry of Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy, led by Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo, issued a stern ultimatum to the social media giant X (formerly Twitter). The platform has…
Kenya is officially stepping on the gas, or rather, the bioethanol, as it advances the implementation of the Energy (Biofuels) Regulations 2025. This initiative marks a decisive shift toward a phased rollout of locally produced biofuel…
The German government has delivered ICT infrastructure valued at €205,000 to the East African Community (EAC) Secretariat. The technical equipment was handed over at the EAC Headquarters in Arusha by the German development agency Deutsche…
Seasoned corporate executive and public servant Adan Abdulla Mohamed has officially been sworn in as the new Commissioner General of the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Mohamed’s three-year term officially commenced on May 18, 2026. By…
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (Kenya Power) has officially invited bids for the procurement of prepaid meters and circuit breakers. The move marks a critical transition in the Ksh. 19.37 billion Kenya Off-Grid Solar Access Project…
The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMSA) has issued a significant weather advisory, warning citizens of a sharp increase in rainfall intensity across several parts of the country. According to Heavy Rainfall Advisory No. 5 of 2026, the…
Justice Mohamed Abdulahi Warsame has officially joined the Supreme Court of Kenya, restoring the apex court to its full constitutional strength. In a swearing-in ceremony held at State House on Thursday morning, May 7, 2026, President…
The digital revolution was promised to Kenyans as a way to streamline bureaucracy, eliminate tea culture, and bring government services to our fingertips. However, that digital bridge is increasingly becoming a toll road. With the National…
President William Ruto presided over the swearing-in of 37 new judges at State House, Nairobi, on Monday. The cohort, comprising 24 High Court judges and 13 Environment and Land Court (ELC) judges, represents the largest single intake of…
While the 2026 Economic Survey highlights GDP growth and infrastructure milestones, a more complex narrative is emerging from within the walls of Kenya’s correctional facilities. According to the latest data from the Kenya National Bureau…
With the recent conclusion of the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, many Kenyans are asking if the window to join the roll has closed. The short answer is: No. If you missed the April deadline, you…
For over a decade, Kenya’s debt clock has been ticking at an alarming rate. However, a landmark legal challenge, Petition E216 of 2025, argues that much of this burden isn’t just a financial strain, it is a constitutional violation.…
The Kenyan Ministry of Education recently released the disbursement circular for the second term of 2026. On the surface, the numbers look like a routine bureaucratic update. However, when you intersect the official circular with the…
The National Land Commission (NLC) has officially launched a call for public participation regarding two landmark regulatory frameworks. The Commission is inviting citizens, legal experts, and stakeholders to submit their views on the…
