Latest news stories from across Kenya.
Fresh details have emerged about a horrific road crash that claimed three lives after a car lost control along Raila Odinga Way, flew onto the Mbagathi Way footbridge in Nairobi, and burst into flames early Saturday morning. Police said…
South African national team and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Jayden Adams has died, just days after returning from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Adams, 25, was widely regarded as one of South Africa’s brightest midfield talents. He recently…
Kenya and the United States have agreed to strengthen naval cooperation following talks between Kenya Navy Commander Major General Paul Otieno and United States Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Daryl Caudle in New York. The meeting…
Tanzanian businessman Mohammed Dewji has announced plans to invest KSh12.9 billion ($100 million) in Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote’s proposed oil refinery in Lamu. The announcement comes just days after Dangote Group confirmed that it…
Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening community health systems through reliable data and collaboration with county governments. Speaking during the Community Health Assessment Data Verification exercise in Karau Ward,…
Kenya on Friday marked National Reading Day 2026 with a ceremony at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) Headquarters – Maktaba Kuu – reaffirming the country’s commitment to building a strong reading culture and promoting lifelong…
The inaugural 42km race at the Kaptagat Forest Marathon took centre stage on Saturday as thousands of runners descended on the globally acclaimed training grounds to support conservation efforts in one of Kenya’s most important forest…
Principal Secretary for Internal Security and National Administration Dr Raymond Omollo has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening grassroots administration through the operationalisation of administrative units aimed at…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has extradited an Afghan national wanted by United States authorities to face charges linked to an alleged narcotics importation conspiracy and firearms offenses. In a statement on July 11,…
New cholera outbreak has already claimed more than 100 lives in Sudan, heightening serious concerns for vulnerable communities including in besieged El-Obeid, where daily drone attacks have continued to hamper aid access. “Cholera is back…
Kenya Friday marked National Reading Day 2026 with a vibrant national celebration at the Kenya National Library Service (KNLS) Headquarters Maktaba Kuu, reaffirming the country’s commitment to building a strong reading culture and…
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding critical transport infrastructure with the revival of the Dhogoye Bridge project in Usenge, Siaya County, saying the crossing will improve connectivity, boost regional trade and…
Safaricom has explained how M-PESA users can verify the identities of people who send them money after the company introduced measures to hide full phone numbers in transaction messages. On July 10, 2026, Safaricom customer Kennedy…
Police have launched investigations after a Grade 10 student died following a fight with a fellow student at Thika High School in Kiambu County. The incident occurred at about 10 p.m. on Friday after evening preps, when students had…
The Government has underscored the importance of strengthening school health systems as a key pillar in safeguarding learners’ wellbeing, improving education outcomes and building healthier communities. Speaking Friday at Kerugoya Boys…
Kenyans should prepare for a mix of rainfall, chilly mornings, and cool daytime temperatures over the next five days, as the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) forecasts changing weather conditions in several parts of the country. In…
A 33-year-old man and two bulls drowned after an ox-cart they were using to fetch water slid into Masinga Dam in Machakos County. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon at Kawawile Village within Ndithini Sub-county. Police identified…
When James Njagi walked into a pool tournament in Embakasi East, Nairobi, organizers were taken aback. The 47-year-old had only one arm but wanted to compete against able-bodied players. Instead of asking for special treatment, he simply…
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU-K) has called for the immediate gazettement and implementation of President William Ruto’s directive on a 12 percent general wage increase. In a statement issued on Friday, July 10, COTU…
The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) announced the death of one of its students, Ann Odhiambo Adhiambo, whose body was discovered within the Nairobi Campus on July 7, 2026. Mystery surrounds her death amid murder investigations.…
Police in Baringo County are investigating an incident in which a 15-year-old boy was killed after reportedly stepping on an abandoned explosive device in Tiaty West Sub-county. The incident occurred on Friday morning in the Toplen area of…
Nineteen Chinese nationals accused of cybercrime-related offences were deported from Kenya on Friday afternoon in a joint operation by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Department of Immigration. The group comprised…
The release of the 2026 Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) placement results marks an important milestone for thousands of students preparing to join universities, TVET institutions and teacher training…
Apple has sued OpenAI, accusing its hardware chief and an ex-engineer of stealing trade secrets for OpenAI’s upcoming AI device.
