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The death toll from the chaos that erupted during Linda Mwananchi rallies in Homa Bay has climbed to four, after the body of a man was discovered in the Oyugis area bearing stab wounds. The unidentified body was found beside a roadside fence in Kojier Village, Kanyango Sub-location, Kowidi Location, …

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has cautioned the public against a fake notice circulating online that claims taxpayers who fail to remit the housing levy will have their KRA PINs and bank accounts frozen. KRA said the graphic, which uses the authority’s branding alongside the iTax logo, is not an …

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has called for swift investigations and prosecution following attacks on journalists covering the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay on Sunday. According to the Council, at least eight journalists and two drivers were injured, while media equipment was destroyed or stolen. A vehicle belonging …

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has announced the sudden death of his wife, Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale. In a heartbreaking message, the senator said his wife suddenly collapsed on Saturday morning and died after suffering a heart attack. “My dear wife, Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale, has this morning suddenly collapsed and died after …

President William Ruto on Thursday presided over the 46th Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruits’ pass-out parade at the Defence Forces Recruits Training School (DFRTS) in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County. The ceremony marked the completion of basic military training for a new group of recruits and their transition from civilian life …

Kenya has emerged as the global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, reflecting the rapidly growing use of AI tools among internet users in the country. The Digital 2026 Mid-year Global Update Report shows that 97.5 percent of Kenyan internet users aged 16 and above use AI, placing the country …

Nairobi Rivers Commission chairperson Margaret Wanjiru has announced her decision to resign, informing Head of Public Service Felix Koskei that she plans to leave office at the end of August to pursue other interests. In a letter to Koskei, Wanjiru issued a 30-day notice and confirmed that her last day …

Accessing information and staying connected with others remain the leading reasons adults around the world go online, according to the Digital 2026 Mid-Year Global Update Report, which analysed global internet usage data for April 2026. The report examined the main reasons internet users aged 16 and above use online platforms, …

Kenyan civic educator and political activist Charity Waweru, popularly known as “Gen Z Baddie”, has apologised following criticism over comments she made concerning President William Ruto’s daughter Charlene Ruto’s engagement ceremony. The remarks sparked backlash from some social media users, prompting the outspoken commentator to issue an apology and clarify …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has criticised his successor, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, and urged him to stop referring to him as a brother. Gachagua said his relationship with Kindiki deteriorated after he left office, accusing the current Deputy President of failing to show him the respect he claims to …