Leaders aligned with the United Opposition have moved to reassure their supporters that there will be no electoral fraud in the 2027 General Election, insisting that every vote cast will be protected. Addressing congregants during a church service at PCEA Embakasi Parish in Nairobi, Fred Matiang’i, Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi …
Read More »Willie Colón, Trombonist Who Pioneered Salsa Music, Dies aged 75
Salsa music pioneer Willie Colón, the trombonist and orchestra leader behind songs like El Malo, Oh, Qué Será, Talento de Televisión and Gitana, has died aged 75, US media reports. The Grammy nominated singer-songwriter “passed away peacefully” on Saturday morning “surrounded by his loving family”, his family said on social …
Read More »Ida Odinga Appears in Parliament for Vetting
Ida Odinga, wife of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has appeared before a parliamentary committee for vetting after being nominated as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel She appeared before the Departmental Committee on Defence Intelligence and Foreign Relations. …
Read More »Omanga Dumps UDA, Backs Linda Mwananchi Movement
Millicent Omanga has publicly distanced herself from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and declared support for the rapidly growing Linda Mwananchi movement. In a social media post promoting the movement’s upcoming rally in Kakamega, the former nominated senator signaled a major political shift, stating, “It’s about the people.” Click …
Read More »KOKO Assets Up for Sale After Collapse
PwC has initiated the sale of the business and assets of KOKO Networks Limited as part of efforts to revive the struggling clean-energy firm after it was placed under administration. Joint administrators George Weru and Muniu Thoithi have invited investors to submit Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to either acquire the …
Read More »NCIC Releases Interview Dates for Chairperson, Commissioners
National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has announced the interview timetable for candidates shortlisted for appointment as chairperson and commissioners. In a notice issued by the selection panel, the commission said the interviews come after a recruitment drive launched in January through a public advertisement seeking qualified applicants. The application …
Read More »Kalonzo, Murkomen Hail Kanjama After LSK Victory
Charles Kanjama has received congratulatory messages from political leaders and public figures after being elected the 52nd President of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK). Among those who praised his victory was Kalonzo Musyoka, who described the win as a deserved mandate built on years of principled leadership and dedication …
Read More »Rogue Cop Nabbed in Muthaiga Extortion Drama
A police officer accused of masquerading as a traffic cop was arrested on Thursday morning in Nairobi’s Muthaiga area while allegedly attempting to extort money from a businessman. According to police, the suspect had earlier extorted $300 (Sh38,700) and Sh9,000 from a foreign expatriate in Karen. The incident is the …
Read More »Kenya Power Announces Major Blackouts in 5 Counties on Feb 20
Kenya Power has announced planned power outages on Friday, February 20, 2026, affecting parts of five counties as part of scheduled maintenance to enhance network stability and reliability. The utility said the interruptions will take place between 8:00 am and 5:30 pm in selected areas. Nairobi and North Rift In …
Read More »Foreign Firms May Be Forced to Buy 60% Locally in Kenya
Foreign companies operating in Kenya may soon be compelled to obtain at least 60 per cent of their goods and services from local suppliers if the proposed Local Content Bill, 2025, becomes law. The draft legislation, sponsored by Jane Kagiri, seeks to establish a formal legal framework requiring foreign investors …
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