Latest news stories from across Kenya.
A family in Kiambu County is calling for an independent investigation into the death of their 24-year-old son, who died in police custody hours after being arrested. Brian Njung’e, a student at Kiambu National Polytechnic, was detained on…
Nyeri Polytechnic has been shut down indefinitely, with students instructed to leave the campus immediately following clashes with police triggered by a dispute over student leadership elections. The unrest, which brought teaching and…
The United Kingdom High Commission in Kenya has flagged a circulating letter allegedly addressed to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua regarding the purported request to meet Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The clarification was issued…
The family of Sheila Jepkorir Chebii, a 25-year-old Kenyan woman who recently relocated to Australia for further studies, is demanding a thorough and transparent investigation following her sudden death in Sydney. Sheila’s heartbreaking…
Kenya is accelerating efforts to diversify its tea export markets and expand value-added tea products as the government moves to shield the sector from global price volatility and overreliance on traditional buyers. Agriculture Cabinet…
A Civil Society Organization and a section of youth in Mombasa have defended the recent recruitment of 296 employees by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), dismissing allegations of irregularities Last year, KPA advertised 296 permanent and…
A suspected case of Ebola Virus Disease caused panic in Uasin Gishu County, triggering a public health response as authorities await laboratory confirmation. A report by the Uasin Gishu Situation Report (SPOTREP) had stated that the…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says the resolution of the fuel crisis has been achieved through a whole-of-government approach dismissing claims he played no role in it. The DP termed reports questioning his whereabouts during the time…
President William Ruto has intervened to block the National Transport and Safety Authority from enforcing a ban on colourful graffiti, decorative artwork and tinted windows long synonymous with the country’s public transport. Speaking at…
Repsol has commenced commercial operations of its 825 MW Pinnington Solar Project in Texas, marking a major milestone in its North American renewables expansion strategy. The project is among the largest single-site solar developments in…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on Kenyans to support government efforts in environmental conservation, saying it is a constitutional responsibility and moral obligation. The DP said environmental conservation is enshrined in…
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has defended the newly introduced tea levy, saying the policy is designed to strengthen Kenya’s tea sector through better marketing, research, branding and value addition initiatives aimed at…
Climate change is now a concern for every government and community in general in modern times, due to severe devastation witnessed not just in one country but in the entire world. Climate change has been brought about by unsustainable…
The Anti-FGM board is actively seeking the support of religious leaders and their institutions in the fight to eliminate Female Genital Mutilation in society. Female genital mutilation, sometimes called female circumcision, involves the…
Heineken, in partnership with Kenya Wine Agencies Limited (KWAL), plans to host UEFA Champions League (UCL) Finals match viewing parties all over Kenya. On 30th May, football enthusiasts across Kenya will gather for the ultimate UEFA…
The Kisii county government is set to roll out color-coded waste bins to ease the segregation of waste and improve recycling efficiency in the county. The three bins include the green bin, which will be used to dispose of organic waste,…
The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) has ordered that all goods imported into Kenya must have local insurance cover before clearance, with the directive taking effect from July 1, 2026. In a notice dated May 22, IRA said importers will…
Traffic disruption is expected on major Nairobi roads on Saturday, 23rd May 2026, during the Mater Heart Run event. The early-morning road race is expected to run for four hours, during which selected routes will experience partial…
The Kenyan golfing landscape is celebrating a major milestone as rising talent Sammy Mulama has officially transitioned into the professional ranks, joining the Professional Golfers of Kenya (PGK). The announcement marks a defining moment…
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) broke ground on 28 April 2026 on its new Medical Education and Research Complex at the Clear Water Bay campus in Sai Kung District, marking the formal launch of construction for…
At least 1000 households affected by the recent floods in Garissa have received a donation of nonfood items from the Kenya Red Cross to ease their lives at the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps as they wait for the floodwaters to…
Suba North Member of Parliament Millie Odhiambo has reported the alleged murder of a 37-year-old woman in Kabuoch, Homa Bay County, in a suspected case of gender-based violence (GBV). In a statement issued on May 22, Milli Odhiambo…
Biofuel: Kenya is moving forward with the implementation of the Energy (Biofuels) Regulations, 2025, which will support the phased rollout of locally produced biofuel blends across the country’s fuel supply chain. The initiative is part of…
Abu Dhabi-backed energy company Acelen has secured approximately US$1.5 billion in financing to start construction of its flagship sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel biorefinery in Bahia, Brazil, marking one of Latin…
