Owalo resigns after announcing plans to challenge Ruto

Eliud Owalo resigns as President William Ruto's Deputy Chief of Staff after declaring 2027 presidential bid, says position no longer tenable.

By Denis Omondi 18 days ago

Kenya bets on IShowSpeed tour to boost tourism

A visit by popular American streamer IShowSpeed provided the Kenyan government with the perfect platform to market the country's tourism sector.

By Denis Omondi 18 days ago

Part 2: Who are the 2025 KCSE top performers?

Scenes of jubilation and excitement describe the mood in several schools where students, teachers, and parents continue to celebrate good grades from the just-announced KCSE results.

By Denis Omondi 20 days ago

Ruto is desperate for a united ODM, says Kanchory

Lawyer Saitabao Ole Kanchory, now claims that President William Ruto has been working behind the scenes to unify ODM as the party grapples with internal divisions.

By Denis Omondi 21 days ago

Oburu meets Sifuna as ouster bid falters

ODM party leader Oburu Oginga met Secretary General Edwin Sifuna on Wednesday as a petition seeking to expel the Nairobi senator from the party collapsed.

By Denis Omondi 22 days ago

Museveni decries lost African dream after US captures Maduro

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has urged African countries to draw lessons on defence from Venezuela following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro by US forces.

By Denis Omondi 24 days ago

South C building collapse: Architect risks deregistration

Lands CS Wahome threatens to deregister architect who designed collapsed South C building if criminal culpability is established; recovery exercise expected to end Tuesday.

By Denis Omondi 24 days ago

Ruto orders ceasefire amid bitter political exchanges

President William Ruto has called for a ceasefire amid bitter verbal exchanges between various politicians, warning that it risks sowing disunity.

By Denis Omondi 25 days ago

Sakaja breaks silence on collapsed building, trains guns on rogue developers

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja visits collapsed building site in South C, calls for return of prosecutorial powers to counties.

By Denis Omondi 25 days ago

Ruku: Collapsed South C building developers defied regulations

Collapsed South C building had 14 floors instead of the approved 12, Public Service CS Ruku says developers defied an August 2025 stop-work order, vows action.

By Denis Omondi 27 days ago

South C residents demand accountability after building collapses

Residents of Nairobi's South C estate have called for the arrest and prosecution of the owners, developers and workers linked to a multi-storey building that collapsed early Friday.

By Denis Omondi 27 days ago

I will be ODM's presidential candidate in 2027 if we go it alone, says Oburu

ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has hinted at a possible presidential run in the 2027 elections, citing the party's constitution.

By Denis Omondi 28 days ago

December inflation rate steadies at 4.5pc despite price hikes

Kenya's inflation rate in December 2025 remained at 4.5 per cent, unchanged from November, driven by higher prices of food, transport and electricity, KNBS says.

By Denis Omondi 28 days ago

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From money laundering to drugs, arms and human trafficking: How Kenya has become a crime hub

Kenya is increasingly grappling with organised transnational crime, an evolution that risks turning the country into a haven for wanted criminals and illicit networks.

By Dennis Omondi, Denis Omondi 28 days ago

Somaliland recalls its envoy to Djibouti

Somaliland recalls its envoy to Djibouti; Foreign Affairs Ministry says move part of ongoing diplomatic consultations.

By Denis Omondi 29 days ago

KAA says passengers safe as plane veers off taxiway

All 50 passengers aboard an Elwak-Mandera to JKIA, Nairobi flight safe after plane veered off taxiway upon landing, operations resume normalcy, KAA says.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

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The deaths that shook Kenya in 2025

In 2025, death claimed many lives that shaped Kenya's politics, culture, and public life.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Unions threaten court action over freeze on Sh322b Kenya-US health deal

Medics' unions, including KMPDU to move to court on Monday to challenge order stopping implementation of Sh322b Kenya-US health deal, assures of data safety.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Police recalled from leave as govt tightens security ahead of festivities

Interior Ministry recalls all officers from leave ahead of the festive season, activates a multi-agency command centre to curb insecurity and traffic violations.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

CCTV footage captures fatal ramming of Jirongo's car by bus

DCI says collected key exhibits to resolve mystery around death of ex-Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, CCTV shows Climax PSV bus rammed his car, driver being investigated for dangerous driving.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

2.1 million Kenyans in 32 counties are in danger after failed rains (LIST)

2.1 million Kenyans living in 32 counties risk facing food and nutritional insufficiency after the October-November-December (OND) short rains performed dismally.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

IPOA opens investigation into the death of bodaboda rider in a police cell

IPOA launches probe into death of bodaboda rider Leon Matoke in custody at Kawangware Police Post, autopsy conducted on Monday.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Ruto's 'Singapore' beckons as Cabinet approves proposed Funds

Cabinet approves Sh5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund and Sovereign Wealth Fund to ease taxation and borrowing, ensure proper management of revenue from mineral, petroleum resources.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Government unveils tough measures to curb road crashes

Government to deploy mobile courts, roadblocks, and EACC officers in bid to curb road accidents, NCAJ says road carnage cases increased to 4,682 in 2025 from 4,479 in 2024.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

West African presidents meet after string of coups

Presidents and their deputies from across west Africa met Sunday in Nigeria for a regional meeting whose agenda was dominated by two recent coup attempts.

By Denis Omondi, AFP 1 month ago

Petrol prices to remain unchanged during the festive season

Prices of petrol, diesel and kerosene remain unchanged in latest EPRA review, to retail at Sh184, Sh171, and Sh154 respectively from midnight.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Ruto moves to resolve disputes over devolved government roles

President Ruto directs Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee to clarify national and county functions to ease tensions, pledges resources for devolved roles.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Ruto defends Sh323b Kenya-US health deal amid fears over citizen data

President Ruto dismisses claims of data breach in Sh323b health deal with US, says Kenya lobbied for funds and reviewed agreement before signing last Thursday.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Report: Kenya's safe-haven status at risk amid rising repression

Lobby group CIVICUS raises alarm over Africa's wave of cross border crackdown on activists in 2025, decries lack of safe havens for rights defenders, journalists, and opposition.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

President Samia hosts US diplomat amid Tanzania ties review

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu meets US Charge d'Affaires Andrew Lentz, discuss 'strategic projects' and political stability as US reviews ties over rights abuses.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

AU, ECOWAS back President Talon as Benin military attempts coup

AU, ECOWAS condemn attempted coup in Benin, declare support for President Patrice Talon and urge military to retreat back to barracks or risk activation of regional standby force.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Havi to Kenyans: sue government over 'imperial chiefs'

Former LSK President Nelson Havi has urged Kenyans to challenge in court President William Ruto's plan to enhance chiefs' powers following Monday's State House meeting.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Governor Nyaribo denies charges as Senate hears impeachment motion

Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo pleads "not guilty" to gross violation of constitution and abuse of office grounds, County Assembly to present evidence and witnesses for claims.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Boni Khalwale kicked out as Senate Majority Whip

Senator Boni Khalwale kicked out as Senate Majority Whip after by-elections fallout with UDA, replaced by Bungoma's Wafula Wakoli.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Ruto, Gachagua 'unite' against goons

President William Ruto and his estranged former deputy Rigathi Gachagua, on Monday, displayed a rare show of unity by publicly condemning the chaos and mayhem involving politicians.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

By-election winners set for swearing-in as IEBC gazettes names

IEBC gazettes names of 22 winners of November 27 by-elections, says polls complied with the Constitution and Election Act.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Police open probe into Gachagua church violence

Police launch probe into chaos during a thanksgiving service attended by DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua in Kariobangi North, six people injured.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Hospitals urged to terminate services for teachers amid transition to SHA

MAKL directs hospitals to end services for teachers as TSC contract lapses; SHA to assume liability from midnight, CEO Mercy Mwangangi says.

By Denis Omondi 1 month ago

Sifuna accuses police of complicity in by-election violence

ODM Sec-Gen Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo condemn by-election violence, accuse security agencies of incompetence or complicity.

By Denis Omondi 2 months ago

Developing: Chaos, violence dominate mini-polls

The safety of voters and the preparedness of security agencies were briefly thrown into question during Thursday's by-elections, after incidents of violence left several injured.

By Denis Omondi 2 months ago