A boda boda rider has been killed in Kilifi County, with his motorcycle stolen in what police suspect was a robbery. Officers in Malindi are pursuing two suspects believed to be behind the attack on 28-year-old Hamisi Kazungu Tsuma. The incident occurred on the night of April 29 in the …

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has pushed back against critics urging him to exit politics, asserting that he has a constitutional right to stay politically active and defend his party. While speaking during the homecoming ceremony of Jubilee Secretary General Moitalel Ole Kenta on Friday, Uhuru rejected calls for his silence, …

By: BBC The prosecutor of the military court in Bamako, Mali, has said a group of soldiers have been arrested in connection with recent major joint attacks by jihadist militias and separatist groups in the country. In a statement read on national television on Friday night, the prosecutor’s office said …

President William Ruto has announced a salary increase for Kenyan workers, raising minimum wages by 12% for general employees and 15% for agricultural workers. He made the declaration during Labour Day celebrations held in Vihiga County, noting that the adjustment was made in response to proposals presented by workers through …

Former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Purity Ngirici has been removed as Director and Chairperson of the Board of Kenya Seed Company Limited, just a day after she announced her departure from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). In a directive dated April 30, 2026, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi ordered …

Francis Atwoli has called on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to urgently address what he described as a surge in early political rallies ahead of the official campaign period. Speaking during Labour Day celebrations, Atwoli cautioned that the growing political activity could heighten tensions and threaten national stability, …

The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has issued a warning over continued heavy rainfall expected across various parts of the country in the first week of May 2026, cautioning that it may trigger flash floods, landslides, and displacement of residents. In its monthly outlook, the agency said several regions—including the Highlands …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has sharply criticised the government in his Labour Day message, saying Kenyan workers have little to celebrate amid shrinking incomes, high taxes, and a struggling economy. In his statement, Gachagua noted that while Labour Day is meant to honour workers and promote solidarity, the current …

Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has revealed that more than 6.2 million jobs have been created since President William Ruto took office in 2022. Mutua credited the growth in employment to ongoing economic reforms and development initiatives across multiple sectors, saying these efforts have greatly expanded job opportunities nationwide. Click …

Vihiga County’s selection to host the 2026 Labour Day celebrations signals a major departure from Kenya’s long-standing traditions. For the first time since independence, the national event is being staged outside Nairobi. Government officials, including Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua, say the move is part of efforts to decentralise national …