Nyandarua Senator John Methu has insisted that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua must be on the presidential ballot in the 2027 General Election, arguing that he remains the opposition’s strongest challenger against President William Ruto. Speaking during Gachagua’s visit to the United Kingdom, Methu described him as the “engine” of …

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast continued rainfall in various parts of the country, warning that enhanced rain activity is expected over the Highlands both West and East of the Rift Valley. According to the latest weather outlook, some regions will experience sunny intervals, although scattered showers and thunderstorms are …

Raila Odinga Junior has urged political leaders to accord the Odinga family respect as tensions continue to emerge within the Orange Democratic Movement following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Speaking during a public event at Jacaranda Grounds, Raila Jnr said ODM was already experiencing internal divisions barely …

The Truckers Association of Kenya has threatened to paralyse transport operations across the country starting Monday if the government fails to lower fuel prices. Association Secretary General Dennis Kilia said truck drivers and transporters are frustrated by the latest fuel price hike and warned that members are prepared to stop …

Thousands of commuters are expected to face major transport disruptions on Monday after matatu operators announced a suspension of services citing the high cost of fuel and concerns over an impending industry strike. In a notice to customers, MetroTrans EA Limited announced that all its fleets would not operate on …

One person is feared dead following a road accident along the Nairobi–Mombasa Highway after a trailer driver reportedly lost control near Salama Market in Makueni County on Saturday. Eyewitnesses said the driver died at the scene in an incident that involved four trailers. Reports indicate that a trailer heading from …

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has announced a second application period, giving Form Four leavers another chance to revise their course choices or apply afresh for placement in universities and colleges across the country. The application portal will be open from May 16 to May 22, …

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has officially written to the Speaker of the National Assembly requesting the recall of Parliament from recess to urgently deliberate on proposed amendments aimed at lowering fuel prices in Kenya. In his letter to Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Nyoro urged that Parliament be reconvened under …

The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) has cautioned that the recent rise in fuel prices is likely to increase the cost of living, reduce business profits and hurt Kenya’s competitiveness within the region. In a statement, KNCCI President Erick Rutto expressed concern over the steep increase in …

The Ministry of Health has stepped up surveillance and preparedness efforts following the confirmation of an Ebola outbreak in Ituri Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The outbreak has raised concern across East Africa because of porous borders and regular cross-border movement within the region. Click here to …