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Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has strongly condemned what he termed a growing trend of political violence and the use of hired gangs, urging the Judiciary to take firm action against those responsible. Murkomen said the government is committed to dealing decisively with individuals involved in organising …

National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has endorsed a proposal seeking to raise Kenya’s legal drinking age from 18 to 21, citing growing concerns over alcohol use among young people. The agency points to findings from its 2022 national survey, which indicate that alcohol remains …

President William Ruto on Thursday injected humor into an official State House event after poking fun at how some leaders were dressed. While speaking during the signing of the agreement for the Modern Arena and Entertainment District in Nairobi, Ruto joked that a number of attendees appeared unprepared for the …

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has revealed that Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi is in stable condition but sustained serious injuries following an attack in Kisumu, as investigations into the incident gather pace. Speaking after visiting him at Karen Hospital, Sifuna described the situation as both troubling and unacceptable. “I’ve just come …

By: Erick Otieno, Laikipia University. The Kenyan government has announced plans to transform crime prevention by adopting artificial intelligence for real-time reporting and installing extensive CCTV surveillance in public areas and police stations. Revealed through NTV, the initiative will allow citizens to report incidents instantly via AI-powered platforms, enabling faster …

President William Ruto has put forward former Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Commissioner General Humphrey Wattanga for appointment as Kenya’s High Commissioner to South Africa in a new round of diplomatic postings. In a notice dated April 8, 2026, the Executive Office of the President listed Wattanga among four nominees selected …

Senator John Methu caused a stir in Nyandarua on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, during the requiem mass of the late Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho after his microphone was briefly switched off as he addressed President William Ruto directly. While speaking at the podium, Methu began by recalling how the …

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has released details of his late brother Nderitu Gachagua’s will in a bid to address growing claims of irregularities in the handling and distribution of the estate. In a notice published in local newspapers on Wednesday, Gachagua—named as one of the estate’s executors alongside lawyer …

Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Captain William Ruto was overcome with emotion on Tuesday as he paid tribute to his daughter, Mitchelle Jelimo, during a church service at CITAM Nyali in Mombasa County. Mitchelle lost her life in a road accident in Taita Taveta County on April 3, 2026. Click …

UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar has urged investigative agencies to detain former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his controversial remarks on the oil importation scandal. Speaking on Monday, Omar alleged that Gachagua’s claims are being driven by individuals linked to the disputed oil deal, which has already seen several senior …