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Kenyans online are sharing their first impressions of the redesigned State House facade in Nairobi, the official residence of President William Ruto. Images circulating on social media reveal major changes to the building’s appearance. The traditional red-tiled colonial roof has been replaced with a modern flat design, dramatically altering its …

Kenyan environmental activist Truphena Muthoni has now been officially listed in the Guinness World Records after the organisation confirmed her achievement for the Longest Marathon Hugging a Tree, which she completed in 48 hours. Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga announced the news on Friday, December 12, 2025, after sharing the email …

Truphena Muthoni, a 21-year-old environmentalist from Mathira Constituency, recently gained national attention for her attempt to break the 72-hour tree-hugging record. From Tuesday to Thursday, she hugged an indigenous tree at the Nyeri Governor’s Office, braving harsh conditions for three days and nights to set the record. Click here to …

Environmental activist Truphena Muthoni has received massive support both online and in person, accumulating a wide range of gifts after completing her 72-hour tree-hugging challenge. Her livestreams attracted huge attention on TikTok, turning the record attempt into one of the most financially supported Kenyan creator moments this year. Click here …

Manchester United CEO Omar Berrada says the financial figures released on Thursday demonstrate “strong progress” in the club’s ongoing transformation. The club posted an operating profit of £13 million ($17.4 million) for the quarter ending September 30, a significant improvement from the £6.9 million loss recorded during the same period …

Large amounts of taxpayer-funded loans issued to youth, women, persons with disabilities, and other special groups are at risk of being lost, according to new audit reports showing widespread failure to repay. The reports reveal that millions of shillings have already been wasted with little accountability, threatening the survival of …

Thousands of Kenyans gathered at Nairobi’s Nyayo National Stadium as the nation marked its 62nd Jamhuri Day, a significant commemoration of Kenya’s full independence. Long before dawn on Friday, crowds braved the cold and streamed steadily into the venue, eager to secure seats ahead of the official programme. By 8:30 …

Kenyans observe two major national holidays each year—Madaraka Day and Jamhuri Day—both highlighting key moments in the country’s progress toward independence and self-rule. Although patriotic in nature, the two commemorate different stages of Kenya’s freedom journey. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Madaraka Day, marked on June 1, celebrates …

President William Ruto announced the news on Thursday night, noting that Sambu’s guidance and experience will be greatly missed. He described him as a principled leader, a gentleman, and an effective grassroots mobiliser who upheld mature and progressive politics. Ruto extended condolences to Sambu’s family, friends and the entire UDA …

The Ministry of Education has officially released the 2025 Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) results. Speaking on Thursday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba announced that the placement of candidates into senior schools will begin immediately and will be carried out through a digital system. Click here to join our …