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President William Ruto has reaffirmed his political influence in Mt Kenya, warning those seeking to weaken his connection with the region that their efforts are futile and amount to “empty political theatrics.” Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking to over 10,000 UDA grassroots leaders at Sagana State Lodge, …

The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (Ketraco) has successfully energised the 132kV Kitui–Wote transmission line, marking a major milestone in improving electricity reliability across Makueni, Kitui, and Garissa counties. The line was officially activated on Friday at 11:00 AM, enhancing grid stability in the Eastern region. The new connection is expected …

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has instructed all Uber drivers to submit a valid KRA Personal Identification Number (PIN) certificate in line with new tax compliance rules. In a notice shared with drivers, Uber said the requirement is intended to help the company support driver compliance with existing tax laws …

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has cautioned job seekers to be wary of fraudulent employment postings circulating on social media. In a statement on Thursday, the commission said fake adverts often request payments or personal details, which are not part of the official recruitment process. Click here to …

Around 40,000 small-scale farmers across six counties are set to benefit from a Sh600 million programme funded by the European Union, aimed at restoring soil fertility and boosting agricultural productivity. The €4.3 million initiative is being implemented by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in collaboration with the national …

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has restated his reservations about President William Ruto’s push to model Kenya’s economic transformation on Singapore. Appearing on JKLive on Wednesday, Nyoro said the two countries differ greatly in population size, land mass and economic structure, making direct comparisons unrealistic. He argued that meaningful economic benchmarking …

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has disclosed details of a recent phone conversation with Ugandan opposition figure Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, as Uganda prepares to go to the polls. Speaking during a local television interview on Wednesday night, January 14, 2026, Owino said he spoke to Bobi …

Bobi Wine is one of Africa’s most compelling modern figures—a chart-topping musician turned outspoken politician whose journey mirrors the struggles and aspirations of Uganda’s youth. Born Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu on February 12, 1982, in Kampala, Bobi Wine rose from the informal settlements of Kamwokya to become a national symbol of …

KUPPET Secretary General Akello Misori has urged parents to take more responsibility for their children’s academic performance instead of resorting to protests and school lockouts when results fall short. Speaking on a local TV station, Misori criticized the growing trend of parents demonstrating over poor exam results, emphasizing that guardians …

A recent report by Microsoft highlights that Kenya is leading AI adoption in East Africa, though its usage still falls below the global average. The Microsoft AI Economy Institute’s global study shows a growing gap in AI adoption between developed and developing nations, with countries in the Global North adopting …