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Business executives from Kenya and South Africa have renewed calls for stronger economic cooperation, increased intra-African trade, and faster implementation of regional integration initiatives across the continent. The appeal was made during the Kenya-South Africa Business Forum held in Johannesburg on Thursday, coinciding with President William Ruto’s state visit to …

The High Court in Kerugoya has temporarily suspended the implementation of a multi-billion-shilling public-private partnership between the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and a consortium led by Pesa Print Limited. Justice Magare Dennis Kizito issued conservatory orders stopping the rollout of the contract pending the hearing of a petition …

A tragic incident along Thika Road has sparked widespread anger after a final-year medical student reportedly died after being thrown from a moving public service vehicle and subsequently run over. The victim, identified as Eugene Mutuku, was said to be on his way to a hospital attachment in Kasarani on …

A number of secondary schools across Kenya have sent students home ahead of schedule following reports of unrest in some learning institutions. School administrators said the move was intended to restore calm, protect learners, and address concerns among parents as cases of student disturbances continue to emerge in different parts …

Four people were killed on Friday afternoon after armed bandits attacked residents at Itimba Ithei area in Tseikuru, Kitui County. According to authorities, the attackers opened fire on locals who had taken their livestock to a watering point at around 12:30 p.m., leaving four people dead. The incident occurred near …

Two matatu crew members have each been sentenced to 10 years in prison after being found guilty of killing a college student who fell from a speeding vehicle along Thika Road. The deceased, 21-year-old Doreen Kinya, died in 2018 after she tumbled out of the moving matatu while travelling on …

Motorists in Nairobi should brace for major traffic disruptions this weekend as several key roads are set to be closed to pave the way for the Nairobi City Marathon. According to an official notice, the closures will begin at midnight on Saturday, June 6, 2026, and last until the afternoon …

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has launched investigations into a deadly road accident involving a public service vehicle along Enterprise Road in Nairobi’s Industrial Area. The crash, which occurred on the night of June 3 near the Dar-es-Salaam Roundabout, left at least four people dead and 15 others …

Police in Molo Sub-county, Nakuru County, have launched investigations following the death of a 30-year-old woman whose body was discovered inside a rental house at Mucherwo Shopping Centre. The deceased, identified as Salome Chelagat, was found lying naked on a bed by officers who responded to the scene. Preliminary findings …

Students at St George’s Girls Secondary School will be released on Friday following an early closure ordered by the school’s management due to rising concerns linked to unrest in neighbouring schools. In a notice issued on Thursday, Chief Principal Assumpta Mwangi said the decision was made by the Board of …