Latest news stories from across Kenya.
President Donald Trump appeared to limp as he walked down the steps of Air Force One on Saturday, April 11th. The 79-year-old president was arriving in Miami, Florida, for UFC 327. Observers noted swelling in his ankles during the descent.…
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) has warned of a possible return to conflict following the collapse of talks between the United States and Iran. In a statement dated April 12, 2026, a veteran, Yossi Yehoshua, said that General Eyal Zamir,…
A reward of 100,000 Kenya shillings is being offered to any member of the public who provides relevant information that will help catch the robbers who broke into the Iko Nini Podcast studio on the morning of April 12. According to the…
Elderly people tend to experience constant health issues due to declining immunity and vital functions. While there are multiple issues amongst the geriatric population, accidental falls are a major concern. It can lead to a decline in…
The government of Kenya has confirmed 42 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions that are legally mandated to award certificates and diplomas. According to the Ministry of Education, the institutions, which…
Former Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry, Moses Kuria, has defended the Akorino during an Akorino Israel Thanksgiving service held at State House on April 12. He spoke out against the discrimination of the believers in…
Leah Muthoni is the winner of the Old Mutual “Win a Trip to Asia” campaign that was designed to drive daily activity on the Thrive app.
Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga has declared his intention to contest the Nyeri senatorial seat in the upcoming 2027 election. Mutahi has stated that his declaration follows extensive consultations with residents who encouraged him to seek a…
Safaricom’s new My OneApp has triggered widespread user complaints, with customers raising concerns over forced migration, performance challenges, and changes to mobile money access features. The app, which integrates M-Pesa and…
A staggering field of 334 golfers descended upon the Ruiru Sports Club over the weekend for the highly anticipated Captain’s Prize 2026.
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) has announced a nationwide power blackout that occurred on 12th April 2026 at 8:53 AM. In a notice dated Sunday, April 12, UETCL confirmed that technical teams have been deployed to…
The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has called on President William Ruto to ban political rallies across the country until the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) officially…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is calling on African countries to adopt Kenya’s affordable housing model to address urban housing challenges. The DP spoke at the closing ceremony of the Second Africa Urban Forum at the Kenyatta…
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has addressed claims that he is broke after he indicated that he would be offloading some of his multimillion-shilling property. Calling out to the people circulating the rumors, Sonko stated that all who…
Linda Mwanachi group led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna have called for the arrest of Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omolo over the attack on Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi in Kisumu. Speaking at the Karen hospital after the Senator…
Mbavu the destroyer (Ferdinand Omondi) has responded to claim that he allegedly sued Oga Obinna and his opponent, Majembe (Portifas Odipo) after losing a match. During an interview with Obinna TV, Mbavu stated that he is not aware of the…
Former Nairobi governor Mike Sonko has moved to court seeking to block the proposed degazettement of the Capitol Hill Police Station, warning that the move would compromise security in Nairobi’s Upper Hill area. In a statement dated…
Thika residents in Kamenu Location, Thika West Sub-County, Kiambu County, have been issued with a health alert by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) regarding the slaughter and consumption of hyenas. In the morning hours of April 12, around…
The Kenyan diaspora community is in mourning following the sudden passing of Collins Kolongei, popularly known as “Morata,” in Qatar. His death has sent shockwaves across both his home community in Kenya and among Kenyans living and…
At 88% completion, Talanta Stadium has entered a decisive phase, one shaped as much by urgency as by ambition, as Kenya prepares to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations with Uganda and Tanzania. The project, now racing against revised…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law sweeping new tax amendments that will significantly affect businesses, employers, and individual taxpayers across the country. The newly assented tax laws, gazetted at the start…
The ongoing Security operation to mop up illegal firearms in the hands of civilians will continue, interior Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo has said. Speaking in Lodwar during the launch of the Ateker Council of elders, Kenya…
More than 500 students at Pwani University spent Friday learning how to turn social media into a source of income, as Safaricom and Sprite brought their “Hook’d on Fresh” creator masterclass to the coast. The session focused on practical…
United States President Donald Trump has said the United States is beginning efforts to “clear out” the Strait of Hormuz, describing the move as a service to countries around the world. In a post on Truth Social on Saturday, April 11,…
