Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon has assured Kenyans that the 2027 General Election will be credible, transparent, and peaceful, while urging all stakeholders to play their part in protecting democracy. Speaking at a Nairobi meeting, Ethekon said the Commission is adopting a fresh approach focused on …

A decision by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi to lower VAT on fuel to 8 per cent is now facing legal scrutiny. In a gazette notice issued on April 15, Mbadi reduced VAT from 13 per cent to 8 per cent—just a day after an earlier cut from 16 per …

Livestock PS Jonathan Mueke has revealed that Kenya’s appetite for pork is almost twice the country’s current production, highlighting a major supply gap in the livestock sector. According to Mueke, demand in 2025 reached about 38,500 metric tonnes, while local production stood at just 23,000 metric tonnes. He noted that …

Kalonzo Musyoka has appealed to Pope Leo to keep Kenya in his prayers for peace and unity during his ongoing visit to Africa. The Wiper Patriotic Front leader urged the head of the Catholic Church to remember Kenya, even though the country is not included in his current four-nation tour …

By: AFP The BBC revealed Wednesday that the British broadcasting corporation is set to cut up to 2,000 jobs in the next two years amid a challenging media landscape. The BBC’s interim director-general Rhodri Talfan Davies said in a statement to staff that “while we still have to work through …

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has begun investigations into a deadly shooting in Embu County that resulted in two deaths and multiple injuries during protests over healthcare services at Ishiara Level 4 Hospital. In a statement released Wednesday evening, IPOA said it had deployed a Rapid Response Team to …

By: Wicklif Achieng, Laikipia University Fuel is a critical driver of modern economies, powering transport systems, industries, and agriculture. In Kenya, recurring fuel crises—often triggered by global oil price fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, and currency depreciation—have far-reaching effects on both the economy and everyday life. These crises expose structural vulnerabilities …

By: Rebecca Atieno, Laikipia University Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a part of our daily lives, often in ways we do not immediately notice. From the moment we wake up and check our smartphones to the time we relax with personalized entertainment in the evening, AI plays a significant …

EPRA has announced a drop in fuel prices, cutting the cost of Super Petrol by Sh9.37 and diesel by Sh10.21 per litre after a reduction in Value Added Tax (VAT). In the new pricing, Super Petrol will retail at Sh197.60 per litre, while diesel will go for Sh196.63, with kerosene …

President William Ruto has confirmed that the plan to upgrade Suneka Airstrip into a fully functional airport is on course, a move expected to make air travel more accessible for residents of Kisii and nearby areas. While touring development projects in Kisii County, Ruto said the upgrade will eliminate the …