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Bishop Ben Muthee Kiengei has broken his silence on the escalating Kaluma family saga, warning that CCTV footage could be released on the alleged KSh17 million fundraising controversy. In a detailed statement dated August 17, Bishop Ben…
A total of 5,000 Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) recruits have completed their basic military training at the Defense Forces Recruit Training School (DFRTS) in Eldoret. The recruitment process is designed to provide opportunities across Kenya,…
Mombasa County has officially named a street after cement company founder Hasmukh Patel, years after his death. The decision was published in Gazette Notice No. 13017, dated August 13, 2026, and signed by Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad…
President William Ruto has built a business portfolio in agriculture, real estate, hospitality, insurance, and other investments, with several properties and companies linked to him and his family. Public records, parliamentary…
The Judiciary has dismissed as fake a letter circulating on social media and purportedly authored by Chief Justice Martha Koome, saying it was neither written nor issued by the Chief Justice, her office, nor any authorized organ of the…
Kenyan households and businesses will face changes to their monthly utility bills following new regulatory charges and cost adjustments. The changes introduce new electricity cost adjustments by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory…
Rongo University lecturer and mental health advocate Fredrick Gori will begin a 450-kilometer walk from Migori Town to Nairobi on August 18, 2026, as part of a campaign to raise awareness of mental health. Gori, also a communications…
The Kenya shilling remained steady against the US dollar on Monday, exchanging at Ksh129.34 according to the latest Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) daily exchange rates. The local currency’s performance means the dollar has continued to trade…
Fred Mbiyu Koinange is the late father of renowned journalist Jeff Koinange. In his early days, Mbiyu Koinange made his mark in the country’s business history. He ventured into the motor trade in the late colonial period and is widely…
Kenyan distance runner Pamela Kosgei claimed victory during the women’s race at the 54th ASICS Falmouth Road Race in Massachusetts, United States. The 22-year-old clocked 35:25 in the prestigious seven-mile race from Woods Hole to Falmouth…
Lopha Multi Purpose Sacco, also branded as Lopha Travelers or Lopha Travels, is a cooperative of matatu owners and operators that runs public service vehicles mainly along the Thika Road corridor. It is commonly referenced alongside other…
Kenya’s Harambee Starlets will receive Ksh 19.4 million from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after finishing fourth in Group A at the just-concluded Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. The amount, equivalent to…
The Catholic Diocese of Embu has issued new guidelines restricting political activities in churches and liturgical celebrations. Bishop Peter Kimani Ndung’u has directed politicians to attend Mass as ordinary worshippers and not use church…
Bungoma Woman Representative Aspirant Agnetta Mwangale has been found injured after reportedly going missing. Mwangale was located on August 17, according to an update shared by Vihiga Woman Rep aspirant Amakove Wala. “My fellow woman rep…
Teachers’ welfare is among the sectors that have gained support and enhancement reforms since President William Ruto assumed office in 2022. Under Ruto’s initiative, teachers and the education sector have undergone key changes to increase…
Comedian Jemutai has deactivated her social media account after her 11th anniversary celebration in Eldoret. A spot check by The Kenya Times on August 17, 2026, found that Jemutai’s social media accounts were no longer available. The…
A fatal road crash has been reported along Riverside Drive in Nairobi, opposite Chandarana Supermarket, according to Sikika ROAD Safety. In a statement on August 17, Sikika ROAD Safety said a Range Rover had crashed after reportedly being…
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is set to freeze bank accounts and deactivate the PINs of Kenyans who fail to remit the Affordable Housing Levy. According to the Authority, the renewed crackdown is expected to target both salaried and…
Victor Wanyama is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers Kenya has ever produced. He became the first Kenyan player to score in the UEFA Champions League and the first Kenyan to become a regular player in the English Premier…
A young Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) soldier from Sare Village in Moticho Ward is mourning the death of his mother just two days after returning home following the successful completion of military training. South Mugirango MP and Majority…
Kenyan footballer Wilson Waweru, born in Galway, Ireland, to Kenyan parents, has earned a permanent deal with English National League side Wealdstone FC. He developed his football career through the Galway United Academy, where he…
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Kenya’s shopping-mall landscape has changed dramatically over the past decade, with developers constructing increasingly large retail centers in Nairobi and other major urban areas. The latest entrant in the mega-mall race, Business Bay…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s look-alike has sparked debate among Kenyans online due to their striking physical resemblance. In a video circulating on Kenyan social media, Rigathi’s lookalike is seen at an outdoor event…
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has released reporting and registration guidelines for students admitted to the institution for the 2026/2027 academic year. The university confirms that all first-year…
