Children with special needs at Mali Therapy Centre in Karen, Nairobi County, enjoyed an early Christmas celebration marked by colour, joy and generosity after two organisations partnered to donate gifts and light up a Christmas tree. The festive event was attended by Ahadi Kenya Trust CEO Stanley Kamau, Mali Therapy …

Kenya has exported its first consignment of Apple mangoes to the United Kingdom, marking a significant achievement for the country’s horticultural sector ahead of the festive season and opening access to a high-value premium market. The shipment demonstrates that Kenya has met the UK’s strict phytosanitary and food safety requirements, …

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has euthanised two elephants in Kajiado West after the animals were linked to a series of fatal human–wildlife encounters reported within a week. The most recent incident was recorded on December 23, when a 40-year-old resident was killed in Ikiroti village, according to local residents. …

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has confiscated a shipment of contraband cigarettes valued at about Sh72.2 million in Mombasa, following intelligence-led surveillance by the Joint Port Control Unit (JPCU) with assistance from international agencies, including Interpol. The cargo originated in Cambodia and passed through several countries before landing in Kenya, …

Police in Matuu, Yatta and Tawa have launched investigations into a suspected carjacking and murder after the body of a 26-year-old lorry driver was discovered in Kasyelia village, Tawa area of Mbooni Sub-county. The driver had been transporting lorry registration number KDR 422F, carrying 259 bags of cement from Simba …

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has shared an emotional account of his final encounter with former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, only hours before Jirongo lost his life in a road accident. Speaking during a visit to Jirongo’s home in Lumakanda, Lugari, Wetang’ula said he was deeply shaken to learn that …

A video showing influencer and reality TV personality Vera Sidika milking cows has set social media abuzz, drawing mixed reactions from Kenyans ranging from praise and humour to scepticism and unsolicited farming tips. The clip, which Vera shared on her social platforms during the festive season, captures her inside a …

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has raised concern over a surge in deadly road accidents as travel increases during the festive season. According to the authority, fatal crashes have been recorded in several counties, including Kakamega, Bungoma, Nakuru, Nyeri, Siaya, Kiambu, Nairobi, Machakos, Narok, Kisii, Turkana and Uasin …

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka used his Christmas message to call on Kenyans to embrace prayer, unity and justice, while reiterating his dedication to public service and political reform. In a statement issued on Christmas Eve, Kalonzo urged the country to engage in spiritual reflection, saying Kenya was in need …

The number of people killed in a road accident that occurred on Tuesday night at Mukhonje in Lugari has increased to ten, following the death of two more victims in hospital, authorities have said. The latest fatalities were boda boda riders who are reported to have collided while ferrying bags …