Latest news stories from across Kenya.
A court in Kibera has ordered Beatrice Wangari to remain in custody for 10 days as detectives investigate the sudden death of veteran gynecologist and former Nairobi Hospital director Dr. Job Obwaka. In a ruling delivered on Monday, Deputy…
President William Ruto brought a lighthearted touch to a solemn State House ceremony in Nairobi when he paused his speech to playfully call out the audience for their lukewarm reception. The president injected a dose of humor after…
Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura ramped up the pressure on former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday, urging him to step aside and grant President William Ruto the room to govern. Mwaura argued that retired heads of state serve the…
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino addressed the lingering criticism surrounding the 2020 shooting of Felix Orinda, popularly known as DJ Evolve. The high-profile incident, which occurred at Nairobi’s B-Club, initially saw the…
Kenya is preparing to overhaul its internet infrastructure through stricter installation rules designed to boost service quality and public safety. The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) announced the move following a surge in consumer…
Former U.S. President Barack Obama has said that Donald Trump’s return to the White House is creating strain in his marriage with former First Lady Michelle Obama, according to remarks made in an interview with The New Yorker. Obama, 64,…
Rep. Nancy Mace, a Republican from South Carolina, has named several former members of Congress she alleges were involved in efforts to conceal misconduct allegations through confidential settlements tied to congressional workplace funds.…
Kenyans residing in South Africa have been urged to exercise caution and remain vigilant in light of recent demonstrations affecting foreign nationals in parts of the country. In a statement on X, the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria…
Kenya and Tanzania have signed eight new agreements aimed at renewing their pledge to cultivate closer ties as they seek to accelerate economic growth and deepen regional integration. The two nations also set a June 30, 2026 deadline to…
A viral social media video has sparked widespread debate after a pregnant woman claimed she could influence her unborn child’s sexual orientation by playing specific music. The clip, shared on TikTok, shows the woman placing headphones or…
Equity Bank Kenya has once again cemented its dominance in the financial sector after being ranked the best overall bank in customer experience and satisfaction in the 2025 Banking Customer Satisfaction Survey conducted by the Kenya…
Orange Democratic Movement leader Oburu Oginga has called for an end to internal disputes within the party, warning that ongoing conflicts risk deepening divisions and weakening the party ahead of next year’s General Election. Addressing…
West Auckland Data Center construction project in Westgate has been abandoned by Amazon after a $45 million financial write-down. West Auckland Data Center development initially targeted hyper scale cloud expansion in Auckland’s growing…
In a shocking development, Spirit Airlines has officially ceased operations as of May 2, 2026, becoming the first major U.S. airline collapse in over 25 years. The sudden shutdown has left thousands of passengers stranded, disrupted travel…
Jubilee party came out guns blazing to defend former President Uhuru Kenyatta from attacks from leaders allied to the governing UDA party. The party said it is alarmed by statements from some politicians threatening to have Kenyatta’s…
The Kenyan High Commission in Pretoria has issued an advisory to Kenyan nationals living in South Africa. Advisory comes amid concerns about public unrest and isolated security incidents that have disrupted normal activities, especially…
The Kenyan government has urged its citizens living in the Republic of South Africa to remain vigilant following reports of demonstrations and isolated incidents affecting foreign nationals in parts of the country. In a statement released…
The Asir–Jazan road project worth $5 billion marks a transformative infrastructure development in Saudi Arabia’s southwest region, directly linking Abha in Asir Province with Jazan through a 130-kilometre highway corridor. The project…
President William Ruto departed Kenya, May 4, 2026, for a two-day state visit to Tanzania, where he will hold high-level talks with his host, Samia Suluhu Hassan. During the visit, President Ruto and President Suluhu will first engage in a…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has proposed raising monthly support for select vulnerable groups to KSh 6,000. Raising of the monthly support is part of the social welfare agenda and long-standing economic justice associated with…
Busia County-based journalists marked World Press Freedom Day through a charitable visit to the newborn unit at Busia County Referral Hospital, where they donated essential items and offered support to mothers and infants. The journalists…
Muraga Technical Training Institute (TTI) Principal Mrs Purity Murithi has raised concern over declining student enrolment in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, attributing the trend to delays in…
Saudi Arabia’s Aseer airport expansion project will move into construction from early 2027, marking a significant infrastructure push in the southwest region. The Aseer airport expansion project aims to transform Abha’s aviation hub into a…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta is facing renewed scrutiny over his post-retirement conduct following a Senate motion seeking to review his retirement benefits. The proposal raises questions about whether retired Heads of State should…
