Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya has assured that Kenya is fully prepared to host the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN), calling the event a “historic legacy” for the country. During an inspection of Nyayo National Stadium and Kasarani Stadium on Wednesday, Mvurya expressed his satisfaction with the progress of preparations, …
Read More »Kenya Imposes Ban on Tobacco Imports to Combat Youth Addiction
The Kenyan government has introduced a ban on tobacco imports in a bid to address the growing problem of tobacco use among the youth. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced the decision on Wednesday while addressing the National Assembly Committee on Delegated Legislation. The ban is part of a wider …
Read More »Ex-Kiambu Governor Waititu Released on Sh53 Million Bond
Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu has been granted bail on a Sh53 million bond while he awaits the hearing of his appeal. Waititu had been serving a prison sentence after being convicted of corruption charges involving Sh588 million in February. However, the High Court, under Judge Lucy Njuguna, reversed an …
Read More »Govt Slashes University Fees for 2025
In a groundbreaking move aimed at making university education more affordable, the government has unveiled a new fee structure for all academic programmes at public universities. This revised structure, set to take effect on September 1, 2025, applies to both first-year and continuing students. The decision follows extensive consultations with …
Read More »Survey: SACCOs Lead as Top Investment Choice
A recent survey conducted by ICEA LION has shed light on the investment habits of Kenyans, revealing a strong preference for options that promise high returns. According to the report, 34% of respondents identified potential return on investment as their main consideration. SACCOs emerged as the most popular investment vehicle, …
Read More »$2 Billion Eurobond Repayment Reduces Kenya’s Liquidity Strain
Kenya’s external liquidity challenges have lessened following the early repayment of a \$2 billion Eurobond in February of last year. According to Fitch, an international credit rating agency, steady inflows of foreign currency and interventions by the Central Bank have helped raise foreign reserves to \$11.1 billion by the end …
Read More »Gachagua to US Gen Z: “I’m Not Tribal”
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua replied to a Kenyan Gen Z living in the US who challenged him to think beyond the Mt Kenya region in his politics. Gachagua denied being tribal, saying this label was a government-created narrative used against him because they have no real issues with him. …
Read More »PHOTOS: CS Murkomen Visits Governor Natembeya in Trans Nzoia
On July 28, 2025, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen paid a courtesy visit to Governor George Natembeya before meeting with members of the public, local leaders, NGOs, and security officials at the County Commissioner’s residence in Trans Nzoia. The visit was part of the 22nd Jukwaa La Usalama grassroots engagement …
Read More »Molo: Teen Arrested for Allegedly Killing Mother
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in Molo, Nakuru County, after allegedly killing his mother during a heated confrontation over the identity of his biological father. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel According to police, the tragic incident occurred at their home in the Nyakiambi area, where the two …
Read More »Missing Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi found in Diani, rushed to hospital
Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi, whose disappearance had sparked concern for days, has been located in Diani and taken to hospital for medical examination. According to Hussein Khalid, CEO of Vocal Africa, Mwagodi is now in the care of officials from the organisation and human rights lobby group MUHURI. He was …
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