Tony Gachoka: State has lost its moral authority

Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, July 15, Gachoka condemned the state's handling of demonstrations, citing escalating police brutality and the violent suppression of dissent.

By Beatrice Makokha 26 days ago

Matiang'i denies role in Miguna deportation, extrajudicial killings

Matiang'is says Kenya's systemic challenges should not be framed in tribal term.

By Beatrice Makokha 27 days ago

Courts must be firm or risk chaos, warns Murkomen

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged the Judiciary to take severe action against what he described as anarchists, warning that leniency could destabilise the country.

By Beatrice Makokha 29 days ago

Jobs key to stopping protests, says Kagwe

Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe warns Kenya will face youth unrest unless jobs are created to steer young people away from protests and property destruction.

By Beatrice Makokha 29 days ago

Youth urged to lead fight against graft

Young people have been urged to take the lead in fighting corruption instead of facing persecution for activism, as leaders called for their involvement in tackling graft.

By Beatrice Makokha 30 days ago

Kenya's vote for LGBTQ rights protection at UN sparks controversy

The mandate allows continued documentation of human rights violations against LGBTQ+ persons globally a key tool in international accountability.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

'Bread-based, not broad-based': Natembeya tears into government hypocrisy

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has accused the national government of hypocrisy, claiming leaders use a so-called broad-based approach to silence critics while rewarding tribal voting blocs.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Maraga: It's time to hold President Ruto accountable

Former CJ David Maraga condemns killings and destruction of property during Saba Saba protests, accuses President Ruto's government of weaponising police and military against unarmed Kenyans

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Women leaders call for protection during nationwide protests

Dr. Wamai criticised the state's failure to uphold its constitutional duty to protect citizens.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Thiga released on bail as court rejects state bid to detain her over protests

Democratic Congress Party (DCP) youth leader Wanjiku Thiga has been freed on bail days after her arrest at Kamakis, Ruiru in Kiambu over the Gen Z protests.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

CHADEMA demands answers over alleged plot to poison Lissu in custody

Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA) has demanded an immediate investigation into reports of an alleged plot to poison its National Chairman, Tundu Lissu, while in detention in Tanzania.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

'This is state terror': Muturi warns over night police abductions

Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has accused police of turning into agents of terror by abducting citizens under the guise of law enforcement.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Martin Oloo: Protest zones bill is fear of accountability

A proposed law to restrict protests in Kenya is facing sharp criticism, with a lawyer calling it a fear-driven move to silence dissent

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Karua accuses government of sponsoring chaos to cling on power

Speaking on Spice FM on Tuesday, July 1, Karua claimed the state was enabling terror by hiring goons and using excessive force on peaceful demonstrators.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Boniface Mwangi accuses State of using fear, sexual violence to crush Gen Z protests

Mwangi argued that the government's objective is to render protesting too dangerous to consider.

By Diana Makokha, Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Ruto calls protests 'anarchy dressed in freedom colours' as traders count losses

President William Ruto has described the recent Gen Z protests as "anarchy dressed in freedom colours" after traders across the country reported heavy losses and destruction.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

'We cannot allow Kenya to slide into anarchy,' Kindiki says after protests

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned that Kenya will not be allowed to slide into anarchy, following Wednesday's nationwide protests that turned violent.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Babu Owino's security withdrawn over 'protests support'

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino claims his security has been withdrawn, terms incident as 'government intimidation' and retaliation for his support of Wednesday's protests.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Traffic returns as city recovers from protest chaos

Motorists in Nairobi faced heavy traffic on Thursday morning, as the capital recovered from the aftermath of nationwide protests and the usual weekday rush.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Kenyans unbowed by government warnings on protests

Kenyans have vowed to continue with tomorrows demonstration despite government warnings.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

U.S. strike on Iran could spark economic, security fallout for Kenya - scholar warns

The scholar noted that intervention was bound to happen following Iran's threats to Israel.

By Diana Makokha, Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Understanding infertility: The myths and misconceptions

Infertility in men and women as we mark infertility awareness month Dr. Kireki Omanwa, President of the Kenya Obstetrical and Gynecological Society explains more.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

UN, Finland condemn police brutality against Kenyan protesters

The United Nations and the Embassy of Finland have condemned the conduct of Kenyan police during recent nationwide protests demanding justice for Albert Ojwang, a teacher who died in police custody.

By Daren Kosgei and Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

University students condemn police brutality on protesters

University students have condemned the police brutality witnessed on Tuesday during the protest for justice following blogger Albert Ojwang's murder.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Suspect arrested in Nairobi with 21 detonators

Police arrest suspect in Nairobi found with 21 detonators, handed over to Anti-Terrorism Police Unit as investigations continue.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Jerusha Muthoni: 'I'm not a government project'

One woman with repeated appearances at official functions has been the subject of viral online discussions.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Senator Omtatah demands police overhaul over Ojwang's death in custody

Omtatah says police are conducting a deliberate cover-up in the Ojwang's murder probe.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Rogue police officers will be held accountable, says Ruto

President William Ruto has vowed that his administration will protect citizens from rogue police officers and hold to account any officer who does not operate under the rule of law.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

EU joins calls for justice following Albert Ojwang's death in police custody

The European Union has added its voice to growing calls for justice and accountability in the wake of the death of Kenyan teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Shutdown this government, Maraga says over Albert Ojwang murder

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has called for the shutdown of President William Ruto's administration, citing state failure and alleged state-sponsored terror.

By Beatrice Makokha 1 month ago

Health Ministry under fire after partnering with BAT in health campaign

A lobby group accuses the Ministry of Health of violating Kenyan law and international treaty by involving BAT Kenya in a health campaign for transport workers.

By Beatrice Makokha 2 months ago

Mixed reactions over bill to outlaw detention of bodies by hospitals

Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina, the bill seeks to outlaw the holding of deceased persons in hospitals due to outstanding medical bills.

By Beatrice Makokha and Daren Kosgei 2 months ago

Police arrest four with plastic guns in Nairobi

Police have arrested four suspects who were found in possession of plastic toy guns(revolvers) in Nairobi.

By Beatrice Makokha 2 months ago

'I have no conflict of interest,' Ann Nderitu tells MPs

Ann Nderitu confirms she is still serving as Registrar of Political Parties despite her nomination for the IEBC commissioner role; declares Sh138 million net worth.

By Beatrice Makokha 2 months ago

Slovenian President Natasa Pirc Musar in Kenya for three-day state visit

Slovenia President Natasa Pirc Musar arrives in Kenya for a three-day state visit, to grace Madaraka Day celebrations, and hold talks with President Ruto.

By Beatrice Makokha 2 months ago

Why you should not misuse antibiotics

Some people believe that antibiotics are fit for use in the treatment of common diseases such as a cold or cough. However, experts warn that is not the case.

By Beatrice Makokha 2 months ago

Did Ruto's apology hit the mark? Cherargei weighs in

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has backed President William Ruto's recent public apology, urging Kenyans to embrace the gesture as a step toward reconciliation.

By Beatrice Makokha and Daren Kosgei 2 months ago

Hussein Khalid denies payment claims over Tanzania trip

Human rights defender Hussein Khalid has denied claims that he and other activists were paid to travel to Tanzania during opposition leader Tundu Lissu's court hearing.

By Beatrice Makokha and Daren Kosgei 2 months ago

Kenyans outraged as Tanzania demands tougher action on activists

Her comments didn't stop there. Addressing Karua directly, she added, "We've left Martha Karua speaking freely back in Kenya. Honourable Minister, this must not happen again."

By Daren Kosgei and Beatrice Makokha 2 months ago

State releases 200,000 bags of maize to stabilise flour prices

The government has released 200,000 bags of maize from the National Strategic Grain Reserve in a move aimed to stabilise the price of flour and avert a potential shortage

By Mike Kihaki and Beatrice Makokha 2 months ago