Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka have held discussions on efforts to unite the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election, with the possibility of fielding a single presidential candidate emerging as a major focus. Sifuna said the two leaders agreed on the need for opposition …
Read More »Meta Unveils Muse AI Agent That Can Send Emails, Book Travel and Shop for Users
Meta has unveiled Muse, a new personal artificial intelligence agent designed to move beyond answering questions and actually perform tasks on behalf of users. The company announced Muse on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, describing it as a major step toward its vision of personal AI that can manage everyday tasks, …
Read More »TIFA Survey: Ruto, Police Blamed for Protest Violence
A new TIFA survey has found that President William Ruto, his administration, and the police have been widely blamed for the violence witnessed during anti-government protests. According to the report, 42 percent of respondents attributed protest-related violence to the President and the national government, while 24 percent pointed the finger …
Read More »New KRA Deadline: What Kenyans Need to Know
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a significant change to the country’s tax calendar, shifting the deadline for filing Individual Income Tax Returns from June 30 to April 30. The change, contained in the Finance Act 2026 and signed into law by President William Ruto, will take effect on …
Read More »TIFA Reveals How Kenyans Are Turning to Side Hustles to Survive
Rising living costs are forcing more Kenyans to rethink how they earn and manage money, as relying on a single salary or income source becomes increasingly unsustainable amid mounting pressure from food, transport, rent, and other essential expenses. A TIFA research report released on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, points to …
Read More »Vijana Barubaru Announce a Break From Making Music Together
Kenyan music duo Vijana Barubaru have announced a break from their joint music career as they turn their focus to exploring individual paths. The announcement was made on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, through a statement shared on the duo’s official Instagram page, revealing their decision to pause after years of …
Read More »Kisumu Meeting Sets Stage for Kalonzo’s Regional Tour
The Wiper Patriotic Front has ramped up efforts to grow its political footprint in Nyanza region ahead of a planned tour by party leader Kalonzo Musyoka. Party officials and grassroots supporters convened in Kisumu to plan for Musyoka’s upcoming visit, which is expected to bring together political leaders, professionals, faith-based …
Read More »State House Sets Deadline for Foreign Traders
President William Ruto has directed that the Local Content Bill, 2025, currently under consideration in Parliament, be expanded to establish a legal framework for participation in small-scale businesses and trade. The move comes amid concerns from Kenyan traders over the increasing involvement of foreign nationals in the country’s informal business …
Read More »Eric Omondi, Seven Others Charged Over Nairobi CBD Traffic Disruption
Comedian Eric Omondi and seven others have been charged with allegedly obstructing the movement of motor vehicles along Moi Avenue in Nairobi’s Central Business District. Omondi appeared in court on Tuesday alongside Cyprian Ateka, Alex Ngungu, John Ndungu, Kelvin Mwasia, Josiah Ogutu, Wilson Ouma and Olive Odhiambo. All eight denied …
Read More »Ksh330M CHAN Tender Lands Former PS, 8 Others in Court
Former Sports Principal Secretary and ex-ambassador Peter Kirimi Kaberia has been charged alongside eight other individuals and companies over the alleged misappropriation of Ksh330.57 million set aside for the hosting of the 2018 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Kaberia, Stephen Njoroge Muthuma, Enock Onditi Ondwari, John Kiende Ruga, Samuel Mbaa Njoroge …
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