The number of people killed in a road accident along the Nairobi–Mombasa highway has risen to eight following the deaths of two more victims who were receiving treatment. Machakos County Chief Officer for Medical Services Rashid Kalla said the two men died while undergoing treatment at Machakos Level 5 Hospital …

A two-year-old boy has died after being struck by a donkey in Olasi village, East Kano area of Nyando Sub-county, Kisumu County. Police say the incident happened at the homestead of the child’s grandfather when the toddler wandered close to the animal. The donkey allegedly kicked the boy, causing serious …

Renowned city entrepreneur Damaris Muriithi, widely known as Dama wa Spares, has outlined a set of guiding principles she believes are essential for anyone aiming to succeed in 2026. In a TikTok video posted on Thursday, January 1, 2026, Dama urged her followers to begin the new year with purpose, …

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has approved 42 more Digital Credit Providers (DCPs), increasing the number of licensed and regulated digital lenders in the country to 195. This latest approval follows the licensing of 27 DCPs announced in September 2025, underscoring the regulator’s ongoing drive to bring order to …

The government has set aside an additional Sh1.4 billion to fast-track the completion of Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega County, President William Ruto has announced, reinforcing efforts to boost sports infrastructure and talent development nationwide. The President made the announcement on Thursday during the Barasa Governor’s Cup at Bukhungu Stadium, terming …

As schools prepare to reopen in less than a week, uncertainty has emerged over the fees payable by day secondary school students, following mixed messages from the Ministry of Education and a senior lawmaker. Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has pointed to government guidelines on the implementation of senior school education …

Liverpool are set to sign Club Brugge’s Ecuadorian defender Joel Ordonez, 21, in January for around £43m. (Mirror) Roma are interested in re-signing Liverpool’s 33-year-old Egyptian winger Mohamed Salah but may have to wait until the summer. (La Repubblica – in Italian) Manchester United are interested in Crystal Palace and …

A building that was still under construction has collapsed in South C. According to the Kenya Red Cross, the incident occurred early this morning in the Shopping Centre area of South C, Nairobi County. In a statement shared on X, the agency said a multi-agency emergency response team has been …

President William Ruto has said 2026 will be a pivotal year in Kenya’s history, marking a decisive shift toward long-term growth and national transformation. He stated that the country has moved past uncertainty and is now firmly set on a clear and deliberate path to prosperity. Speaking during his New …

Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja has assured Kenyans that security measures are at their highest ahead of New Year 2026 celebrations. In a statement, the IG extended warm wishes for peace, hope, and prosperity, describing the New Year transition as a “moment of reflection, renewal, and national celebration.” He emphasized …