The Kenya Meteorological Department has cautioned that heavy rains will persist across various parts of the country, with a new 24-hour forecast indicating widespread downpours between March 20 and 21, 2026. In an update released on March 20, the agency projected moderate to heavy rainfall in regions including the Lake …
Read More »Woman Found Dead in Kisumu as Police Probe Suspected Domestic Attack
A woman has been found dead in Manyatta ‘B’ slums in Kisumu East Sub-County following a suspected domestic altercation that also left her husband seriously injured after a mob attack. Police identified the deceased as 37-year-old Roseline Achieng Odhiambo, whose body was discovered inside her home with multiple injuries. The …
Read More »Britam Board Chairman Kuria Muchiru Passes Away
Kuria Muchiru, the chairman of the Britam Holdings PLC board, has died. The company confirmed his death on Friday, noting that he passed away on March 19, 2026, following a short illness. In a statement, Britam’s Board and management expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to his family, friends, and …
Read More »Kuria: I’ll Flee to Afghanistan if Kalonzo Wins
Former Cabinet Secretary and presidential economic adviser Moses Kuria has resurfaced in political discourse, sharing his views on the 2027 General Election and the current political landscape. Kuria expressed doubts about President William Ruto securing a second term, pointing out that some of his policies—seen as unpopular in certain quarters—could …
Read More »Lightning Strike Claims Life in Kilifi as Heavy Rains Batter Kenya
Heavy rainfall continues to cause widespread disruption across Kenya, with a fatal lightning incident reported in Kaloleni Sub-county, Kilifi County. Kilifi County Commissioner David Wanyonyi confirmed that the victim’s body was recovered and taken to the Mariakani Hospital mortuary. He noted that the ongoing rains in the region have been …
Read More »Morocco awarded Afcon title after CAF overturns result
By: BBC Sports Morocco have been declared the winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football (Caf) overturned the result of the final following Senegal’s controversial walk-off. Senegal beat Morocco 1-0 in the final on 18 January in a match which was overshadowed when …
Read More »Global Humanitarian Crisis Warnings Due to the Ongoing Middle East Conflict
By: Victor Ochieng, Laikipia University The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has triggered growing concern among humanitarian organizations and global leaders as warnings emerge about the possibility of hunger strikes and worsening food insecurity across several regions of the world. The escalation of hostilities involving Iran, Israel, and the …
Read More »Sifuna Says International IT Experts Working to Restore Linda Mwananchi Website
Edwin Sifuna has said a group of volunteer IT specialists is working to restore the Linda Mwananchi website after it was taken offline following alleged cyberattacks. The Orange Democratic Movement Secretary-General stated that the initiative is collaborating with technology experts from abroad who are helping rebuild the site so the …
Read More »University of Nairobi Hostels Flooded After Heavy Rains Hit City
Students at the University of Nairobi were forced to move through floodwater on Saturday night after intense rainfall flooded several hostels within the institution. Videos circulating on social media showed water flowing along hostel corridors and entering student rooms, leaving some learners stranded on their beds as their belongings were …
Read More »IEBC Schedules May 14 Emurua Dikirr By-Election
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has announced that a by-election for the Emurua Dikirr Constituency will take place on May 14, 2026, where more than 45,000 registered voters are expected to elect a new Member of Parliament. The seat became vacant following the death of former MP Johanna Ng’eno …
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