Latest news stories from across Kenya.
Kenya’s President William Ruto has mourned the death of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Hafidh Ameir’s death was announced on Monday, September 7, 2026, by Tanzania’s Vice President Deogratius…
Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has died. The announcement was made on Monday, September 7, 2026, by Tanzania’s Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi. Ndejembi said Ameir died at 8am at Emilio…
NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 7 – Tanzania is mourning the death of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who died on Monday morning while receiving treatment in…
Motorists using the Nairobi Expressway will be diverted from the Westlands Exit for 12 days, from September 8, to allow maintenance and construction works on the elevated overpass deck after the exit. In a public notice, Moja Expressway…
A bank account is an important tool for managing personal and household finances. It provides a secure place to keep money while making it easier to receive payments, save for future needs and meet day-to-day financial obligations without…
“So, their standards, their education milestones that should be met at different ages. And so part of how the government can support homeschooling, and that’s what the Presidential Working Party said, is to just come up with working…
Muthoni also urged hotels to step up cleaning of bedding and surfaces as part of measures to reduce the risk of infection.
The man, Norman Swahili, was arrested after officers at Kibra Police Station received a distress call reporting that the child had been seriously assaulted.
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja is expected to appear before the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC) after failing to arrest Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Hassan. CPAC wants the Inspector General to explain challenges…
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has called for stronger quality assurance, safety monitoring and scientific evidence in traditional medicines as their use continues to form an important part of healthcare in Kenya. The Board said…
Comedian and activist Eric Omondi has been arrested in Nairobi CBD while collecting signatures for his “Punguza Mzigo” referendum initiative, which seeks to reduce Kenya’s 47 counties to 8 regional units. Although authorities have not…
The United States Embassy in Nairobi will remain closed on September 7, as the United States observes Labor Day, a federal holiday recognizing the contributions and achievements of American workers. According to the embassy, services…
The man at the heart of a $1 trillion (£733bn) lawsuit brought by 9/11 families had extensive links to Saudi government officials and went paintballing with one of al-Qaeda’s future leaders, video obtained by the BBC reveals. The footage,…
Private hire driver Leonard Patrick Kinyua has shared how SHA cover helped him access treatment after a road crash that left both his legs injured. Kinyua said he was working as a private hire driver when the accident occurred. He recalled…
More Kenyans are switching from petrol and diesel-powered generators to cooking gas-powered models as households and businesses seek to cut fuel costs amid rising energy expenses. Generator dealers say demand for dual-fuel generators and…
Centum Group Chief Executive Officer James Mworia has been appointed the founding Chief Executive Officer of the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF), a state-backed entity created to mobilize capital for major infrastructure projects across…
An Amazon Air cargo plane overshot the runway while attempting to land at Miami International Airport, killing five people and seriously injuring five more. The Boeing 767-300 cargo aircraft crashed just before 14:00 local time (19:00 GMT)…
The Kenya Red Cross said its teams, together with KWS and county firefighters, remained on the ground to contain the fire and safeguard residents living near the affected area.
The initiative is part of the electoral commission’s broader preparations to identify, assess and manage potential risks that could affect the conduct of the 2027 General Election.
Kenya has clarified that foreigners entering the country under the visa-free regime cannot automatically work, trade, or do business without obtaining the appropriate immigration authorization. In a statement dated September 6, the Cabinet…
The clarification follows President William Ruto’s recent directive on foreign traders and comes amid increased scrutiny of foreigners operating in Kenya’s retail and local trade sectors.
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire confirmed that the Council of Governors (CoG) will meet Ruto and other national government leaders under the National and County Governments Co-ordination Summit on September 7.
NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 7 – An 11-year-old Grade Six pupil is feared to have drowned in River Yala in Siaya County while swimming after taking cows to the river to…
Egyptian television presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 other people have been sentenced to death by hanging after being convicted of drugs charges. According to state-owned al-Ahram newspaper, they were part…
