The Gatundu Water and Sanitation Company has received 2,000 new water meters under a government-supported programme aimed at strengthening service delivery and ensuring accurate billing. The meters, supplied through the Conditional Liquidity Support Grant 2 Intervention 11 Project, will replace faulty and outdated devices that have been causing revenue losses …
Read More »Kitui Farmers Urged to Use Drought-Tolerant Seeds Amid Poor Rainfall Forecast
Farmers in Kitui County have been advised to prepare for another difficult season, with forecasts pointing to depressed October–December rains that could worsen food insecurity in the region. County meteorological director Daniel Mbithi said the expected short rains are likely to be below normal, cautioning farmers to choose the right …
Read More »Kaluma: Kenya’s Pride at Risk Without JKIA Overhaul
Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has urged the government to urgently revamp Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), arguing that Kenya cannot claim its place as a regional and global hub while its main airport remains in poor condition. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Kaluma said the dilapidated …
Read More »Isiolo Speaker Roba Freed on Bail
Isiolo County Assembly Speaker Mohamed Roba has been released on bail after spending two nights in police custody following his arrest in Nairobi. On Thursday, the Mavoko Law Courts granted Roba a cash bail of Sh100,000 or an alternative bond of Sh200,000 with a surety of the same amount. Senior …
Read More »Natembeya Rejects Kenya Kwanza Overtures
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has dismissed claims that he plans to join the Kenya Kwanza administration, instead vowing to strengthen his Tawe Movement as a vehicle for uniting communities in Western Kenya. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking in Kiminini, Natembeya said the region has been sidelined …
Read More »CS Ogamba Reassures on Helb and Capitation Disbursement
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has reiterated the government’s commitment to affordable and accessible education under the new funding model. He noted that university fees now range between Sh5,814 and Sh75,000 per semester depending on need and programme costs, with the Higher Education Loans Board already disbursing Sh9.46 billion to …
Read More »Robbery Attempt Turns Deadly in Migori
A suspected thief was lynched in Migori after fatally stabbing a man during a failed robbery attempt. Police reported that the suspect, together with an accomplice, had tried to snatch a motorcycle from a rider. The rider raised an alarm, drawing the attention of members of the public who quickly …
Read More »TikTok Launches ‘TikTok for Artists’ in Kenya to Help Musicians Grow and Engage Fans
TikTok has rolled out its TikTok for Artists platform in Kenya, following its international launch earlier this year. The new feature offers musicians, labels, and their teams access to analytics and tools that track music performance, audience reach, and fan interaction, helping artists better promote their work on the app. …
Read More »Court Halts Plans to Build Church at State House
The High Court has temporarily stopped President William Ruto’s government from constructing a permanent church within the State House grounds in Nairobi or at any State Lodge across the country. In a ruling on Tuesday, Justice E.C. Mwita issued a conservatory order barring the project until November 18, 2025, when …
Read More »Suspected Thief Assaulted by Mob in Athi River
A man is nursing serious injuries in hospital after being brutally assaulted in Athi River, Machakos County, following an alleged failed robbery. The unidentified suspect was reportedly caught stealing a car battery from a residential plot in Embakasi estate around 4 a.m. on Thursday. Click here to join our WhatsApp …
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