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President William Ruto has appointed Samuel Muchina Nyaga as a member of the Nairobi Rivers Commission (NRC). Muchina Nyaga, who represented the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in the just-concluded Ol Kalou by-election, replaces Amos…
China has released its National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030), an ambitious five-year roadmap aimed at strengthening human rights protections, by prioritising economic, social and cultural development as the bedrock for enhancing…
Former Nairobi Governor Anne Kananu defected from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to the National Economy Development Party (NEDP), becoming the latest high-profile politician to join the party as political realignments gather…
Police in Nairobi have launched investigations after armed robbers stole Sh850,000 from a businessman in a well-coordinated daylight attack along the Eastern Bypass in Ruai. The robbery occurred at about 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday shortly…
The Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya (FIDA-Kenya) has announced that the High Court will deliver its judgment in the high-profile murder case of Sharon Otieno on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at the Milimani Law Courts in Nairobi.…
Police in Kisumu County are investigating the fatal stabbing of a 32-year-old man following a fight that broke out during a relief food and bursary distribution event in Kadibo Sub-county. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon at…
The trial of ousted Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, is scheduled to begin on 1 June 2027, a New York judge ordered on Wednesday. US forces seized Maduro and Flores from their compound in the Venezuelan…
Kenya has received a five-tonne humanitarian consignment from the Government of India comprising personal protective equipment (PPE), rapid diagnostic kits, infrared thermometers and other emergency response supplies. Speaking when he…
Nairobi, Kenya, July 22, 2026 — Global technology company Zoho has announced a strategic partnership with the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) to accelerate digital transformation, strengthen small and medium-sized…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Wednesday received operational motor vehicles donated by the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) through the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi, in a significant boost to Kenya’s fight…
President William Ruto has underscored the role Red Cross plays in providing humanitarian assistance and other social inclusion services. Speaking when he met Kenya Red Cross officials led by Secretary-General Ahmed Idris at State House…
Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) closed on a mixed note Wednesday, with broad market indices remaining resilient despite a sharp decline in trading activity and continued foreign investor outflows. The day’s top gainer was Sameer Africa…
Nedbank Group, Africa’s 5th largest lender’s proposed acquisition of a 66 %percent stake in Kenya’s NCBA Group has moved closer to completion after shareholders tendered 1.316 billion shares, representing 79.9% of NCBA’s issued share…
Why Archbishop Muheria Asked George Wajackoyah to Leave the Catholic Youth Event A dramatic moment unfolded during the AMECEA National Catholic Youth Mass when Catholic Archbishop Anthony Muheria publicly asked Roots Party leader George…
Kenya has reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to supporting African-led solutions through sustained dialogue, inclusive political processes and stronger regional cooperation. Speaking when he met the Intergovernmental Authority on Development…
The Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has called for bold continental action to strengthen Africa’s health systems, advance health sovereignty and accelerate local manufacturing of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics…
A new video of Prince George has been released by Kensington Palace to mark his 13th birthday. The video, showing a smiling prince waving at the camera in his sunglasses, playing cricket on the beach and climbing rocks, was accompanied by…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed suggestions that the ruling UDA party’s recent political setback in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election signals declining support for President William Ruto. The Deputy President insists…
OpenAI has revealed some of its most advanced AI models went rogue and hacked a start-up after it lost control of them during a security test. The ChatGPT-maker said its agent – an AI system which can operate alone after human instruction…
YouTube star MrBeast has tied the knot with his fiancee Thea Booysen. The pair married on Richard Branson’s private Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands, according to US outlets. The 28-year-old US content creator announced he had…
The US and Saudi Arabia are expected to announce a deal that will allow the Gulf kingdom to develop a civilian nuclear programme. An announcement is expected from US President Donald Trump’s administration on Wednesday, according to CBS…
Nominated Kisii Senator Essy Okenyuri has demanded an explanation from the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection over delays in the disbursement of funds under the Inua Jamii Cash Transfer Programme, saying the hitches have left…
Two men were on Tuesday arraigned before a Mombasa court over allegations of trafficking cocaine worth Sh3,965,723. Hilton Gocho Chopeta and Mohamed Jabir Ali appeared before Senior Resident Magistrate David Odhiambo and pleaded not guilty…
The murder trial of the late Albert Ojwang continued before the Kibera High Court today, with CCTV footage showing police officers transporting him from Central Police Station to Mbagathi Hospital in the early hours of the June 9, 2025.…
