Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) experienced significant disruption on Thursday as increased security measures and widespread business closures accompanied the anniversary of the Gen Z-led protests planned across the country. Normally busy streets in the city centre were largely empty, with a heavy deployment of security officers stationed at strategic …

Transport was disrupted on Thursday along Waiyaki Way near the 87 Junction as Kenya marked the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024, Gen Z-led protests against the Finance Bill. By 5:00 a.m., police had set up a roadblock on the highway, preventing vehicles travelling from Limuru toward Nairobi. The …

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has appealed to police and other security agencies to act with restraint during the planned June 25 Gen Z memorial processions, urging them to respect the constitutional rights of Kenyans participating in the commemorations. In a statement released on Wednesday ahead of the anniversary of the …

The National Assembly has approved the Kenyan Sign Language Bill, 2023, marking a major step toward improving inclusion and accessibility for people with hearing impairments across the country. The Bill, sponsored by Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo and ODM nominated MP Umulkheir Harun, introduces measures aimed at expanding the use …

Schools across Kenya began the second-term midterm break on Wednesday, with learners heading home for the five-day holiday that will run until June 28. Classes are expected to resume on Monday, June 29, ahead of the end of the second term on July 31. Unlike previous school closing days that …

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has formally announced that Kenya’s next General Election will be held on Tuesday, August 10, 2027, while unveiling a detailed roadmap to guide preparations for the exercise. The announcement was made during the launch of the Election Operations Plan (EOP) 2025–2027, a framework …

Kenyan referee Josephine Wanjiku has been named among the match officials selected to officiate at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup set to take place in Morocco. The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) confirmed her appointment on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, and congratulated her on the achievement. Click here to …

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) is Kenya’s primary stock market where investors buy and sell shares of publicly traded companies. It serves as a marketplace that connects companies seeking investment capital with individuals and institutions looking to invest their money. Established in 1954, the NSE has grown into one of …

Former employees of Uchumi Supermarkets have petitioned Parliament, seeking intervention over delayed payment of salary arrears, gratuity, and other terminal dues years after the retailer entered a recovery process. In a petition presented to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, the ex-workers said efforts to recover their benefits through the company’s …

Manchester United and Arsenal are tracking Bournemouth and England midfielder Alex Scott, 22, but any successful move could cost around £60m. (Mail) Arsenal are also in contact with Leicester City over a deal for England Under-19 winger Jeremy Monga, with the Gunners planning to pay a fair fee for the …