Among the Kamba community, traditions have long played a central role in strengthening family bonds and preserving cultural identity. One such tradition is Ngone Mwaitu, a heartfelt celebration whose name loosely translates to “come see our mother” (Ngone meaning “see” and Mwaitu meaning “our mother”). Originally, Ngone Mwaitu was a …

Members of Parliament have expressed concern over the proposed 2026/27 budget after key tourism agencies were left without any funding allocation, warning that the move could undermine Kenya’s tourism growth strategy. The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Tourism and Wildlife questioned the decision to exclude several Semi-Autonomous Government Agencies (SAGAs) …

Kenyans are awaiting the latest fuel price announcement from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority expected Thursday evening, amid concerns over rising global oil prices linked to growing tensions in the Middle East. The monthly review, which sets the retail prices of petrol, diesel, and kerosene, comes as consumers continue …

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has flagged major concerns over revenue leakages and questionable leasing practices at Postal Corporation of Kenya following an audit that revealed millions of shillings were collected from expired lease agreements without proper renewals. According to the audit report for the financial year ending June 30, 2025, …

Voting is underway in Emurua Dikirr Constituency as 44,353 registered voters head to the polls to elect a new Member of Parliament in a closely watched by-election. The by-election was triggered by the death of former MP Johana Ngeno, who lost his life alongside five others in a helicopter crash …

Emotional tributes filled the memorial service of late doctor Job Obwaka as his widow, Everose Chemtai Obwaka, shared touching memories of the final moments they spent together before his untimely death. Speaking during the service, Everose described how her husband seemed unusually thoughtful and intentional in the days leading to …

Kenya Airways has announced that flights between Nairobi and Dubai will resume starting May 14, 2026. In a customer notice released on Wednesday, the national carrier said it will begin with daily flights on the Nairobi–Dubai route, with more frequencies expected to be added gradually based on demand and operational …

Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho is in the final stages of talks to return to manage Real Madrid, 13 years after he first left the Santiago Bernabeu. Mourinho, 63, is the most likely candidate to take over as manager, and is currently the only candidate with whom Real Madrid are still …

Residents of Chesongo and Koisomo villages in Baringo Central Constituency have expressed deep disappointment after a long-awaited Sh250,000 footbridge collapsed just 24 hours after its commissioning. The steel bridge, which linked the two villages and nearby comprehensive schools, is reported to have been washed away following flash floods triggered by …

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has issued an apology on behalf of the Kenya Kwanza administration to residents of the Mt Kenya region over the 2024 impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Speaking during the commissioning of a water project in Mwea, Waiguru said she was sorry for the political …