Police in Mukaa, Makueni County, have confirmed the discovery of a woman’s body dumped along a roadside. The deceased has been identified as 54-year-old Irene Wanjiku Ndebe, a lecturer who was reported missing on February 8, 2026, from Thindigua, Kiambu County. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Authorities say …
Read More »Murang’a County Halts New Hiring to Align with High Court Wage-Bill Limit
The Murang’a County Government has announced a temporary suspension of new recruitment to comply with a High Court ruling that caps county personnel costs at 35 percent of total budgets. In a statement citing a petition by Eliud Matindi against the State Law Office and the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, …
Read More »National Assembly Publishes 2026 Sitting Schedule
The National Assembly has unveiled its 2026 calendar, detailing sitting periods, recess breaks, and committee suspensions for the year. The schedule, approved by MPs on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, was formally communicated through a notice by Clerk of the National Assembly Samuel Njoroge. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel …
Read More »UDA Gears Up for Kirinyaga Repeat Elections
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) organized a series of sensitization workshops across Kirinyaga County on Thursday to prepare for repeat grassroots elections slated for March 7. The repeat polls follow a previous round held about a month ago, where some polling stations reportedly failed to meet minimum requirements, including voter …
Read More »Private Investors Granted Authority to Elect KenGen Directors
Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has adopted new governance reforms allowing private investors to elect independent directors, a step aimed at enhancing board autonomy and strengthening investor confidence. Under the revised structure, non-government shareholders will now choose independent directors without involvement from the majority shareholder. Click here to join our …
Read More »Motorists to Hit New Dual Carriageway in August, CS Chirchir Reveals
Motorists are expected to begin using the first phase of the Rironi–Mau Summit Highway in August, as construction of the Rironi–Naivasha stretch nears completion, which is projected for June. Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir informed the Senate that work on the Rironi–Naivasha section is almost complete, paving the …
Read More »MPs Push Bold Plan to Protect Sexual Violence Survivors
Members of Parliament have expressed strong support for the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which aims to roll out nationwide public education campaigns on sexual crimes and secure the right to education for survivors, including teenage mothers. The proposed law, sponsored by Kisii County Woman Representative Dorice Donya Aburi, seeks …
Read More »At least 21 Dead after Boat Sinks on Sudan’s River Nile
By: BBC At least 21 people have died after a passenger boat sank in the River Nile state in northern Sudan, a medical group has told the BBC. The boat was travelling between the villages of Tayba al-Khawad and Deim al-Qarai, carrying nearly 30 passengers, including women, elderly people and …
Read More »Security Scare: Man Explains Why He Approached Ruto
A man who dashed toward President William Ruto while he was addressing a gathering in Wajir has explained that he had no bad intentions and only wanted to greet the Head of State. In a video circulating online, the man said he hoped to speak with the President about his …
Read More »Uptown Auto Spares: Your One-Stop Destination for Quality Car Parts in Kenya
When it comes to sourcing reliable car parts in Kenya, Uptown Auto Spares has positioned itself as a leading supplier for both exterior, interior, and mechanical components. Owned by automotive entrepreneur David Njoroge, the company has built a reputation for importing top-quality car parts directly to Kenya, catering to mechanics, …
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