Pushback mounts against NTSA's instant fines

The National Transport Safety Authority's (NTSA) new instant traffic fines have continued to draw resistance from industry stakeholders three days after the national rollout.

By 4 days ago

Omollo to security forces: Protect natural resources or risk more conflict

Interior PS Raymond Omollo has ordered security agencies to protect natural resources, as competition over land, water and pasture drives deadly communal violence across the country.

By 5 days ago

Sifuna-led ODM faction trash Ruto's reform report, award 1 out of 10

ODM’s Linda Mwananchi faction awards state a score of 1 out of 10 on implementation of the 10-point Agenda, in counter report dubbed “10-point Lies."

By 5 days ago

Orengo rules out ODM exit, hints at major party developments

Siaya Governor James Orengo has dismissed claims that he is planning to leave the ODM through the dissident Linda Mwananchi faction, saying the group remains firmly within the Party.

By 6 days ago

How the new KRA body cams will boost customs checks

KRA rolls out body-worn cameras for custom officers nationwide, to be used during passenger clearance and goods verification to boost transparency and deter organised crime.

By 6 days ago

Karua blames major parties for delayed two-thirds gender rule dream

Martha Karua has called out major political partiesbfor doing little to advance the two-thirds gender rule in political leadership.

By 8 days ago

Azimio purges dissidents in fresh coalition shake-up

Azimio drops Junet Mohamed as Parliamentary Group leader, replaced by MP Caroli Omondi; CSs Joho, Oparanya and Wandayi removed from councils after joining government.

By 7 days ago

Amboseli Airstrip closed as floods ground flights

KWS temporarily closes Amboseli Airstrip after floods render it unsafe for landing and take-off, airlines to use Tawi Airstrip to access Amboseli National Park.

By 7 days ago

Rains to ease this week after weekend floods kill 42

Rains to ease from tomorrow, Kenya Met says in the March 10-16 forecast; heavy downpour to persist in Nairobi, Central, Western, Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, and South Coast.

By 7 days ago

Three dead in Kisumu accident linked to CS Duale's convoy

Health CS Aden Duale has dismissed viral reports claiming he was involved in a road accident near Kisumu International Airport on Sunday evening.

By 8 days ago

42 killed, thousands displaced as rains wreak havoc

Death toll rises to 42 as floods wreak havoc countrywide following heavy downpour, CS Geoffrey Ruku confirms; 26 killed in Nairobi, 10 in Eastern.

By 8 days ago

Calm before storm: Why oil prices may rise in May

Kenya’s energy sector is on edge amid fears of looming fuel price shocks following escalating tensions in the Middle East, the main source of the country’s oil imports.

By 11 days ago

Kenya Pipeline beats Sh106b IPO target as investors scramble for shares

The Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) will soon be listed at the Nairobi Stocks Exchange (NSE) after a successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) where its shares were oversubscribed.

By 12 days ago

African Union faces backlash as conflicts soar, reform calls grow

The African Union has come under the spotlight following an annual summit, which critics say did very little to address problems bedeviling the 1.4 billion Africans. 

By 13 days ago

ODM sets 2027 coalition terms as UDA rejects electoral zoning demand

ODM has told potential 2027 coalition partners that its parliamentary seats are non-negotiable, even as rival UDA rejects electoral zoning.

By 13 days ago

Kenya Pipeline sponsors 2026 WRC all-women team of Ayuko, Shegu

Ayuko, who works at the company, will return to the rough terrain of Naivasha alongside her driver, veteran broadcaster Pauline Shegu.

By 14 days ago

Sing'oei criticises MPs for nullifying climate agency's diplomatic immunity

Foreign Affairs Ministry faults Parliament for scrapping privileges and immunities granted to Global Center for Adaptation, PS Korir Sing’oei says agency's operations not affected.

By 14 days ago

PS Omollo warns of arrests, prosecution over political rally chaos

Government warns against violence, hooliganism, and unlawful mobilisation in political rallies, Interior PS Raymond Omollo says suspects to be prosecuted.

By 15 days ago

State opens probe into MP Johanna Ng'eno plane crash

Aircraft Accident Investigation Department launches probe into the helicopter crash that killed MP Johanna Ng’eno, five others; to release preliminary report in 30 days.

By 15 days ago

Koki Muli: Politicians, trust deficit drive up Sh63bn election budget

Elections expert Ambassador Koki Muli has blamed politicians for stoking public distrust that has made Kenya's elections among the world's most expensive.

By 18 days ago

Doctors back twice-yearly HIV jab, warn it won't work for everyone

Doctors have backed a new injectable drug for HIV prevention, even as they raised a red flag over the sustainability of a rollout. 

By 18 days ago

EACC renews calls for prosecutorial powers

EACC Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Abdi Mohamud, has called on Parliament to amend the law to give the agency prosecutorial powers which are currently under ODPP.

By 19 days ago

Police plan strict surveillance at political rallies amid incitement fears

The Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, has warned political leaders against making inflammatory remarks that may disrupt public order ahead of the 2027 elections.

By 19 days ago

Ruto's ex-lawyer Katwa Kigen, among Supreme Court Judge applicants

Court of Appeal judges Katwa Kigen and Mohammed Warsame among six candidates for Supreme Court judge position, JSC to announce shortlist in March.

By 19 days ago

Murang'a tops ranking as rural counties lag in service automation

Murang’a ranked top county for job creation, automation and fast delivery of E-Government services, scores 98 per cent in Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat survey; Wajir trails at 28 per cent.

By 20 days ago

Babu aims at Oburu, PS Raymond Omollo

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino calls for dismissal of Interior PS Raymond Omollo over alleged link to political violence during rallies.

By 20 days ago

Five to face murder charges over Kitengela bar shooting

DCI recommends murder charges against five people over Kitengela bar brawl that left one dead, another injured on January 25; investigation file submitted to ODPP.

By 20 days ago

Sifuna alleges state leaked their flight details

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has accused KAA and unnamed airlines of compromising the security of his delegation headed to their ‘Linda Mwanachi’ rally in Kakamega yesterday.

By 22 days ago

DCI says 'Linda Mwananchi' rally organisers armed supporters as man killed

George Otobe, man killed during Linda Mwananchi rally on Saturday, succumbed to severe head injuries, DCI says, rally organisers accused of arming supporters.

By 22 days ago

Sifuna raises red flags in Sh80b Sakaja-Ruto deal

National government owes Nairobi County Sh100 billion, Senator Sifuna says, argues the agreed Sh80b deal is insufficient, urges President Ruto to direct full settlement.

By 26 days ago

Sakaja on the spot as calls for resignation intensify

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has been put on the spot by critics calling for his resignation over the Sh80 billion Cooperation Agreement deal he signed with the national government.

By 26 days ago

Weatherman predicts a dry week for northern Kenya as it rains elsewhere

Rains expected in Nairobi, Western, Central, Nyanza and Rift Valley as dry conditions persist in northern regions, Met Department says; temperatures to rise to 30 degrees and fall to 10 degrees.

By 1 month ago

Sifuna, allies condemn Kitengela rally killing as IPOA begins probe

Edwin Sifuna-led ODM faction condemns killing of Vincent Ayomo during their Linda Mwananchi rally in Kitengela yesterday, to pursue justice for family.

By 1 month ago

We didn't chase Sifuna from ODM, says Oburu

ODM party leader, Oburu Oginga, has said that the outfit will not revoke the membership of its embattled SG, Edwin Sifuna, but insisted that the decision to relieve him of duties stands.

By 1 month ago

Normal flights resume after KQ faces Sunday disruptions over bad weather

Kenya Airways has expressed regret over flight cancellations that affected its Rwanda and Mauritius-bound aircraft on Sunday.

By 1 month ago

Experts allege Ruto behind Sifuna's ouster

A day after the removal of Edwin Sifuna as the Secretary General of ODM, supporters and insiders within the political power circle struggled to explain the reason behind the ouster.

By 1 month ago

Another building collapses in Nairobi as survivors rescued

All construction workers including six trapped in collapsed building near OTC within Nairobi CBD rescued, Kenya Red Cross confirms.

By 1 month ago

Governors vs senators: The legal tactic that could shape a quiet turf war

Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang’ has defended the Senate CPAC against extortion allegations from governors.

By 1 month ago

Ruto fires back at Gachagua over drought response critique, labels him 'idler'

President William Ruto on Wednesday began his tour of northern Kenya in Garissa, where he delivered a sharp rebuttal to criticisms from his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua.

By 1 month ago

Gachagua puts Ruto on the spot ahead of Northern Kenya tour

DCP leader Gachagua urges President Ruto to declare drought a national disaster to unlock local and foreign aid, says northern Kenya in dire need.

By 1 month ago