Latest news stories from across Kenya.
Ol Kalou Member of Parliament (MP) David Njuguna Kiaraho has passed away while receiving treatment in Nairobi Hospital early Sunday morning at the age of 62. Announcing his demise the National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula mourned the…
Christians across the country have congregated in places of worship to mark Palm Sunday. The day signals the beginning of Holy Week, a sacred period of reflection, prayer, and renewal in the Christian calendar, as believers prepare for…
A climate journalist with the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) Judith Akolo has been elected the new President of the Kenya Environment Science Journalists Association (KENSJA). Akolo was elected unanimously at the Annual General…
Kenyan drivers have reported fines and arrests after an insurance company was placed under regulatory takeover, affecting the verification of valid policies at traffic checkpoints and on digital platforms. Many motorists who had secured…
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Nairobi issued a strongly worded statement warning Kenya against supporting U.S. and Israeli military actions in the Gulf, while dismissing reports that the Strait of Hormuz has been closed.…
At least 15 people have been killed in a road accident after a lorry rammed into a matatu near Dedan Kimathi University along Nyeri–Nyahururu highway. According to the police, the accident occurred after a lorry ferrying logs veered off…
The Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, has assured residents of Isiolo County of the government’s firm commitment to protecting lives and property, as well as delivering…
The government has announced a waiver of all outstanding interest and penalties on loans issued under the Land Settlement Fund, bringing relief to settlers living in government settlement schemes across the country. The waiver applies to…
The Executive Director of the Centre for Domestic Training and Development (CDTD-K), Ms Edith Murogo, has called for urgent and sustained reforms to improve the working conditions of domestic and care workers, describing them as among the…
Several Political parties in Kenya have announced leadership and structural changes as the 2027 General Elections approach. In a Gazette notice published on March 28, the Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, stated that…
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and Transport CS Davis Chirchir have announced a series of new appointments across key health and transport boards. The announcements, published in the Kenya Gazette dated March 27, 2026, cover hospital…
Pope Leo XIV has called on religious leaders to strengthen cooperation between Christians and Muslims, saying continued dialogue is needed to reduce division and promote peaceful communities. The Pope made the appeal after meeting a…
President William Ruto has challenged Kenya’s diplomats to position Kenya not only as a prime destination for investment, but also as a trusted partner in shaping the future. Speaking during the opening of the 19th Ambassadors and High…
The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Regional Investment Agency (RIA), and the Kenya Investment Authority (InvestKenya) have co-hosted the COMESA Investment Forum 2026 which…
President William Ruto has amended the structure and functions of the National Economic and Social Council (NESC), introducing significant changes to its leadership and membership. According to a gazette notice dated March 28, the NESC…
President William Ruto has urged Kenyan ambassadors and high commissioners to effectively communicate the country’s strengths abroad, stressing that diplomatic missions must convert opportunities into real, measurable benefits for Kenya.…
The Principal of Kakamega County Polytechnic, Caroline Khamete, tragically passed away following reports of an alleged abduction. She was reportedly abducted on Wednesday and later found dead in Lake Victoria, Kisumu County. Earlier claims…
President William Ruto has explained why he is investing Ksh42 billion in upgrading the Bomas of Kenya, noting that Nairobi urgently needs modern conference and hospitality facilities. Speaking at the 19th Ambassadors and High…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of demonstrating its unwillingness to end the war, following overnight drone strikes on Odesa, Poltava, and Dnipro. In a statement dated March 28, 2026, Zelenskyy argued that any…
Peter Ng’eno has been appointed Corporate Banking Director at KCB Bank Kenya, reinforcing the lender’s strategy to strengthen its corporate banking franchise through internal leadership succession. The appointment, effective March 27,…
The Somali government has opened a National Identification and Registration Agency (NIRA) office at the Somali Embassy in Nairobi, just weeks before the planned reopening of the Kenya–Somalia border in April. The launch took place on March…
A new report exposes how tobacco companies are exploiting the strong online presence of young people to market their products. The latest research by the Kenya Tobacco Industry Monitoring and Response (TIMR), which brings together 10 key…
Thailand has announced that it reached an agreement with Iran to allow Thai vessels safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking at the Meet the Press Forum, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said Iran has agreed to allow Thai…
An organisation linking the private sector with students entering Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) was recognised on Friday night. The private sector-led training model places learners in industry, not just…
