Winnie Odinga has revealed that she spent two hours with her father on the night before his death, describing their final moments together as private and deeply personal. In an interview with Citizen TV on January 27, Winnie said the conversations she shared with the late former Prime Minister Raila …
Read More »Deadline Day as KUCCPS Shuts KMTC Application Portal
The deadline for applications to the March intake at Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) campuses via KUCCPS is Tuesday, January 27. The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) opened its online portal for the March 2026 intake on January 7, allowing KCSE candidates from previous years up to …
Read More »Nairobi and Turkana Take Lion’s Share of Sh4 Trillion
Nairobi, Turkana and Nakuru counties are among the largest recipients of government equitable revenue allocations, according to the latest data from the National Treasury. Treasury figures show that Nairobi County has received Sh195.6 billion from the national government between the 2013/14 financial year—when devolution was introduced—and the 2024/25 financial year. …
Read More »High Court Sets hearing Dates in Albert Ojwang Murder Trial
The High Court in Kibera has announced fixed hearing dates for the murder trial of teacher Albert Ojwang, aiming to conclude proceedings before April. Justice Diana Kavedza on Tuesday scheduled hearings for March 17, 23, 24, 30, and 31, citing the case’s public interest and the need for a swift …
Read More »IEBC: Full Boundary Review Before 2027 Would Overstretch Us
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has revealed that the review of electoral boundaries for the 2027 general elections will be conducted in stages. IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon explained that attempting a full boundary review before the elections would place excessive pressure on the commission’s capacity and timelines. …
Read More »Kagwe:Why Kenya Still Imports Rice Despite Uncollected Mwea Stock
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has clarified that Kenya produces only about 20% of its rice requirements, relying on imports for the remaining 80%. Speaking at the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) stores in Kirinyaga County, he emphasized that imported rice will only be brought in after local supplies …
Read More »Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp Could Soon Have Paid Perks
Meta is planning to trial premium subscriptions for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp in the coming months as part of its ongoing exploration of paid features. The subscriptions would provide users with access to enhanced tools, including expanded artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, while the platforms’ core services will remain free. Click …
Read More »Man Dies After Allegedly Being Beaten by Police in Makueni
A family in Tusunini village, Makueni County, is seeking justice after their relative allegedly died from injuries sustained while in police custody. Moses Maingi, 28, reportedly suffered fatal injuries after being beaten by police following his arrest on January 8, 2026, at Nunguni police station. Click here to join our …
Read More »Lenana School Denies Grade 10 Bullying Allegations
Lenana School has denied social media allegations that Grade 10 students are being bullied by senior learners, stating that internal investigations found no verified reports of abuse at the institution. The claims surfaced in mid-January, shortly after Grade 10 learners began school on January 12. This group is the first …
Read More »Police Hunt Woman Accused of Killing Her Children with Detergent
A woman is in hiding after allegedly killing her three children by poisoning them in Mlolongo, Machakos County. Athi River East Sub-county Police Commander Anderson Mbae said the tragedy occurred on Sunday night in Mlolongo Phase Three Estate, near Mlolongo Township, and was reported to police the following day. Click …
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