Harrison Maluki Mawia has officially been sworn in as the substantive Clerk of the Kitui County Assembly and Secretary to the County Assembly Service Board (CASB), marking the beginning of his tenure as the institution’s chief administrative officer. The swearing-in ceremony was held on Thursday, August 6, 2026, following the …

Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. has rolled out a community economic empowerment programme in Matiliku, where dozens of local groups received business support equipment, while unveiling plans for the construction of a Sh65 million maternity wing at Matiliku Sub-County Hospital. Speaking during the event on Thursday, the governor announced that …

East African Breweries Limited (EABL) has recorded a 49 percent increase in net profit to Sh18.2 billion for the financial year ended June 30, 2026, driven by higher sales, disciplined cost management and reduced financing expenses. The brewer reported a 13 percent rise in revenue to Sh146 billion, supported by …

Stanbic Holdings has announced a net profit of Sh6.6 billion for the six months ended June 30, supported by robust growth in customer lending and deposits despite a challenging business environment. During the period, the bank’s total assets increased by 27 percent to Sh602 billion, while customer deposits rose by …

Land prices in Nairobi have climbed to unprecedented levels, with prime locations recording new highs as demand for development land continues to exceed available supply. According to the latest Hass Consult Land Price Index, the average price of an acre in Nairobi’s high-end suburbs has risen to Sh231.9 million, an …

Murang’a Woman Representative Betty Maina has firmly rejected any suggestion that she intends to join former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), urging him to stop mentioning her in his political activities. In a Facebook post published on July 27, Maina dismissed speculation that she had fallen …

Owning a car in Kenya has become significantly more expensive, with the average vehicle price rising by 72 percent over the past two years to Sh1.37 million, according to a new report by online marketplace Jiji. The report indicates that the average listed price climbed from Sh797,000 in 2024 to …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended the opposition’s plan to safeguard votes during the 2027 General Election, arguing that the current security leadership cannot be relied upon to ensure a credible electoral process. His remarks came after Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen cautioned politicians against deploying groups to guard …

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has defended her decision to remain aligned with President William Ruto’s administration, insisting that political relationships are based on shared interests rather than personal loyalty. Responding to criticism from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Waiguru said politicians should not be expected to maintain permanent alliances, as …

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has cautioned motorcycle riders against using footbridges, reminding them that the structures are built exclusively for pedestrians and should not be treated as shortcuts for motorcycles. In a public safety advisory, the authority emphasized that footbridges exist to protect people on foot and …