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A passenger has died aboard a Kenya Airways flight from Nairobi to Lagos, Nigeria, after a medical emergency shortly before the aircraft landed. In a statement on Wednesday, the airline said the incident happened on Tuesday, October 6. The passenger was found unresponsive at about 9.20pm Nigerian time, roughly 20 …

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has resigned from his leadership role in the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Coalition, saying it is time for a new generation to take the helm of the political alliance. In a letter dated October 5, Uhuru informed Azimio leaders that his resignation took effect immediately after …

EALA MP Winnie Odinga has appealed for a political ceasefire ahead of the October 15 commemoration of her father, the late former Prime MinisterRaila Odinga, asking leaders from all sides to put their differences aside and focus on his life and legacy. Speaking at the handover and dedication of the …

At Accra’s Neoplan bus station, the sound of worship fills the air before the morning rush, as a small group of Christians gather in prayer, preparing to spread their message aboard vehicles carrying passengers across Ghana. Amid drumming and dancing, Boateng Bismark James leads 13 fellow worshippers — nine men …

Nyandarua Senator John Methu jokingly challenged former President Uhuru Kenyatta to live up to his “sponyo” nickname by giving the public something to associate with the moniker. Methu made the light-hearted remarks on Saturday while delivering his condolences at the funeral of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party …

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has given President William Ruto 14 days to make public the agreement between the government and Aliko Dangote concerning the proposed Lamu oil refinery. Nyoro cited concerns over transparency and the potential implications of the deal for Kenyans, arguing that the public should have access to …

Low-cost airline Jambojet has resumed daily flights between Nairobi and Entebbe, returning to the route after a seven-year absence. The airline marked its return to Uganda with an inaugural flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to Entebbe International Airport on Thursday. Jambojet CEO Karanja Ndegwa said the renewed service …

Wiper Party has rejected reports suggesting that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, is planning to join President William Ruto’s administration, maintaining that the party remains committed to working with the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election. Wiper chairman Jamleck Kamau dismissed the reports as propaganda, alleging that individuals within government …

Electric motorcycle manufacturer Roam has boosted the share of locally manufactured components in its Roam Air model to 40 percent by value, as part of efforts to cut production costs and reduce dependence on imported parts. According to the company, more than 50 components are now sourced from over 10 …

Motorcycle-based deliveries have driven a sharp increase in demand for Bolt’s parcel delivery service in Kenya, with orders climbing more than 130 percent between January and July 2026. The surge in motorcycle deliveries — introduced by Bolt as a standalone product category in February — has helped the platform surpass …