Latest news stories from across Kenya.
A multi-agency emergency operation is underway to contain the humanitarian impact of the ongoing drought, with the government focusing on rapid coordination, supply delivery, and protection of livelihoods across the hardest-hit counties.…
President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja have reached a formal agreement on a shared responsibility framework for managing key departments in Nairobi. The arrangement, finalized at State House, Nairobi, assigns the…
President William Ruto on Wednesday shot down Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale’s proposal for a public debate with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, declaring that his administration will not be sidetracked by political…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has adopted a cautious stance as Kenya approaches the 2027 elections, making it clear that the party will take its time before deciding whether to support a one-term or two-term presidential agenda.…
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has credited President William Ruto’s administration with strengthening national security, noting that Kenya has not experienced a major terrorist attack during Ruto’s time in office. Speaking in Garissa…
The Council of Governors (CoG) has publicly named four senators it accuses of intimidating and attempting to extort governors appearing before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC), escalating tensions between county chiefs…
High Court Judge Bahati Mwamuye has ordered the government to pay Ksh. 3.5 million in general and aggravated damages to businessman Abdiqiadar Omar Osman for deporting him to Somalia without following proper legal procedures. The court…
The High Court has summoned a crucial witness to testify in the ongoing investigation into the mysterious disappearance of security expert Mwenda Mbijiwe, a case that has remained unresolved since 2021. Justice Martin Moya issued the…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has launched an investigation into allegations that the Bungoma County Government misused public funds on a Sh3.6 million Christmas tree lighting. The probe, initiated following a request by…
President William Ruto and his government have decided to offload national carrier Kenya Airways to foreign investors. This has been revealed by the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury John Mbadi. According to CS Mbadi, the…
The Kenyan government has confirmed the successful rescue and repatriation of 27 Kenyan nationals who had been illegally recruited and stranded in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine war. Officials describe this as a major breakthrough against…
By D, KNA The Alcohol and National Authority for Campaign Against Drug Abuse (NACADA), Nyamira chapter is conducting an awareness and sensitization campaign in various parts of the county to mark the country’s third National Substance Use…
By M, KNA Thika residents have been urged to prepare for water rationing following a sharp decline in river levels within the Thika Water and Sewerage Company (Thiwasco) catchment area. Thiwasco attributed the move to the ongoing dry spell…
By M, KNA Kenya has stepped up diplomatic outreach ahead of the Second Africa Urban Forum (AUF II), scheduled to take place in Nairobi from 8th–10th April 2026, urging African missions to champion strong continental participation and…
By A, KNA Residents of Bygum Village in Sirikwa Ward, Kuresoi Constituency, have been left in disbelief following a tragic domestic incident that has left a couple dead even as the residents call for speedy investigation into the matter.…
By B, KNA National Government Administrative Officers (NGAO) and public officers implementing Bottom-Up Economic transformation Agenda (BETA) Programmes have been directed to play their roles of sensitizing and empowering the citizenry on…
By M, KNA The British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) has launched a Sh2.78 million land restoration project targeting the Ilmotiok pastoral community in Laikipia North, in a move aimed at rehabilitating degraded land and strengthening…
By J, KNA Nakuru County’s Department of Disaster Management has initiated proactive measures aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness and ensuring timely, effective emergency response to minimize losses. The department is developing…
By D, KNA The National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya (NFDK) has commissioned a 60-bed capacity dormitory for girls at the Kericho Vocational Rehabilitation Centre in Nyagacho, Kericho County, marking a major boost to vocational training…
By J, KNA The National Trade Development Bill 2025 could become a law within the next four months, following conclusion of public participation hearings across the country. Addressing the press during closure of the exercise at the Kisii…
By M, KNA A farmer in Teso North has appealed to the government for support to expand palm oil processing in order to create a reliable market for local growers. Speaking to Kenya News Agency, Peter Rotich said he owns a small processing…
By C, KNA Nurses and midwives at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) will now negotiate their labour matters under an autonomous union structure following the signing of a formal Recognition Agreement with the…
By D, KNA Efforts to expand opportunities for female journalists and address persistent gender disparities in newsrooms took centre stage in Kisumu during a forum that brought together media stakeholders, regulators, and practitioners.…
By D, KNA Nyamira County national assembly leaders have raised concerns over the slow pace of Kuwait-funded projects aimed at improving school infrastructure, which have been ongoing since 2023. The four constituency Members of…
