Tensions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) have spilled into the open after senior party figures exchanged sharp accusations over the use of campaign funds during Raila Odinga’s unsuccessful 2022 presidential run, exposing deep divisions that have intensified since Raila’s death in 2025. The bitter exchange pits ODM Secretary General …

By: AGENCIES Pakistan’s press corps ended 2025 working under a tightening squeeze, as newsrooms reported rising censorship, intimidation and financial pressure that critics say is reshaping what the public can read, watch and hear. A new assessment by the Council of Pakistan Newspaper Editors (CPNE), contained in its Media Freedom …

The Ministry of Education has published the official academic calendar and school reopening dates for the 2026 academic year. The detailed timetable outlines term schedules for Basic Education Institutions as well as Diploma Teachers Training Colleges (DTTCs). The circular was signed by Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok and copied …

The body of a 27-year-old man has been recovered from Kwa-Nzuna Dam in Ngomeni village, Matungulu sub-county, Machakos County. Police confirmed that the deceased, identified as Dominic Muia, was retrieved on Saturday through a joint operation involving officers from Tala Police Station, local divers, and the Kenya Red Cross Society. …

Amboseli National Park and the global wildlife community are in mourning following the death of Craig, one of Africa’s most celebrated super tuskers, who passed away on Saturday at 54 years old. Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) hailed Craig as a “gentle giant and a living monument to Africa’s natural heritage,” …

The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has held its first National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of 2026, setting out key organisational and political priorities for the year, with particular emphasis on grassroots elections and upcoming by-elections. The meeting took place on Friday at the party’s headquarters and was co-chaired …

At least five people have died following a road accident involving a matatu and trucks at Kikopey along the Nairobi–Nakuru highway. Police said the Bungoma-bound matatu was hit from behind by a truck that is believed to have lost control. Another truck was reportedly in front of the matatu, trapping …

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, …