A bold phone snatcher pried open the window of a moving matatu in Nairobi, grabbed a passenger’s phone, and bolted — only for the victim to leap out of the vehicle in pursuit. The dramatic scene was captured on video and has since spread widely on social media. Footage shows …

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has returned to the political spotlight, delivering a familiar message to his political stronghold with a mix of humor and unmistakable intent. His message: don’t repeat the mistake made in 2022 by re-electing President William Ruto in 2027. The moment carries a sense of political déjà …

Seventeen pilgrims travelling from Mikindani Catholic Parish in Mombasa to the Subukia Shrine in Nakuru have been identified as the victims who died in a road crash along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway at Salama, Makueni County. Police also clarified that the driver of the Howo truck involved in the crash did …

At Accra’s Neoplan bus station, the sound of worship fills the air before the morning rush, as a small group of Christians gather in prayer, preparing to spread their message aboard vehicles carrying passengers across Ghana. Amid drumming and dancing, Boateng Bismark James leads 13 fellow worshippers — nine men …

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has responded to recent criticism from President William Ruto, accusing the Head of State of inconsistency and urging political leaders to exercise restraint in their exchanges. Speaking on Saturday at the burial of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, in …

Nyandarua Senator John Methu jokingly challenged former President Uhuru Kenyatta to live up to his “sponyo” nickname by giving the public something to associate with the moniker. Methu made the light-hearted remarks on Saturday while delivering his condolences at the funeral of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party …

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has given President William Ruto 14 days to make public the agreement between the government and Aliko Dangote concerning the proposed Lamu oil refinery. Nyoro cited concerns over transparency and the potential implications of the deal for Kenyans, arguing that the public should have access to …

Low-cost airline Jambojet has resumed daily flights between Nairobi and Entebbe, returning to the route after a seven-year absence. The airline marked its return to Uganda with an inaugural flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to Entebbe International Airport on Thursday. Jambojet CEO Karanja Ndegwa said the renewed service …

Wiper Party has rejected reports suggesting that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, is planning to join President William Ruto’s administration, maintaining that the party remains committed to working with the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election. Wiper chairman Jamleck Kamau dismissed the reports as propaganda, alleging that individuals within government …

Police in Lari Sub-County have intercepted a tanker carrying 10,000 litres of a substance suspected to be industrial ethanol along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway. Authorities suspect the consignment may have been headed to an illicit alcohol manufacturing operation in Nairobi. Three people who were travelling in the tanker were arrested and …