Kenya: Ruto Set For Special Address on 'Future and Renewed National Vision'

President William Ruto is set to deliver a special address to the nation on Thursday, with State House billing it as a speech focused on Kenya's future and a renewed national… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto, Africom Commander Discuss Regional Security, Counter-Terrorism

President William Ruto on Wednesday reaffirmed Kenya's strategic security partnership with the United States during talks with United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) Commander… Read more »

Kenya: Murkomen Accuses Gachagua of Plotting Militia Ahead of 2027 Polls

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has accused the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua of attempting to recruit a militia ahead of the 2027… Read more »

Kenya: Kanini Kega Says State Security Withdrawn Days After Alleged Armed Attack

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Kanini Kega has claimed his government security detail has been withdrawn, days after he alleged that he survived an armed attack in Ol… Read more »

Kenya: Army Destroys Explosive Devices, Stopping Suspected Terror Attacks

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has thwarted multiple suspected terrorist attacks in Lamu County after recovering and safely destroying four improvised explosive devices (IEDs)… Read more »

Kenya: DCI Launches Investigation Into Violence During Ol Kalou By-Election

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched investigations into incidents of violence and disruption reported during the Ol Kalou by-election, including the… Read more »

Kenya: UK Investigating Alleged Abuses By British Troops in Kenya, Envoy Says

British High Commissioner to Kenya Matt Baugh has assured Kenyans that the United Kingdom government is investigating allegations of atrocities committed by British troops during… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Fines Gikaria Sh2.5mn Over Ol Kalou Remarks, Orders Apology and Retraction

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has fined Nakuru Town East Member of Parliament David Gikaria Sh2.5 million over remarks made during campaigns for the Ol… Read more »

Kenya: Opposition Blames Ruto Over Rising Political Violence

Opposition leaders have accused President William Ruto's administration of presiding over an escalating wave of political violence, warning that the country risks sliding into… Read more »

Kenya: Petition Seeks Postponement of Ol Kalou By-Election Over Integrity Concerns

A petition has been lodged seeking the postponement of the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election slated for July 16, 2026, over concerns that the prevailing political climate could… Read more »

Kenya: State Under Pressure Over Rising Goon Violence As Armed Attacks Fuel Election Fears

The government is facing mounting pressure over what critics describe as a failure to decisively crack down on organized political violence, after armed groups disrupted political… Read more »

Kenya: Electoral Commission Chair Warned Against Repeating Mistakes of 2007 Polls

Senior Counsel Philip Murgor has cautioned Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon that the responsibility of safeguarding Kenya's… Read more »

Kenya: DCI Uncovers Suspected Gang Hideout in Eldoret, Recovers Military Gear Linked to Criminal Gang

Detectives have uncovered what is believed to be the operational base of a suspected armed gang in Eldoret, recovering military-style gear that investigators say strengthens claims… Read more »

Kenya: Nakuru Stays Calm As Businesses Reopen After Cautious Start to Saba Saba Commemorations

Nakuru remained calm throughout Tuesday's Saba Saba commemorations, with businesses reopening gradually after a cautious start as heightened police deployment and fears of possible… Read more »

Kenya: Karua Accuses Government of Undermining Saba Saba Protests With Security Blockades

People's Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua on Monday accused the government of violating constitutional freedoms by blocking Saba Saba demonstrations through extensive… Read more »

Kenya: Government Moves to Fortify Kenya's Digital Defences Amid Rising AI-Driven Cyber Threats

The government has stepped up efforts to strengthen the country's cybersecurity systems and establish responsible governance for artificial intelligence (AI), warning that rapidly… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Military Chief Muhoozi Orders Closure of NTV Uganda, Spark TV and Daily Monitor Broadcasts

Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba has ordered the closure of NTV Uganda, Spark TV and the Daily Monitor in a dramatic escalation of tensions between the… Read more »

Kenya: ODM Thanks Kenyans for Peaceful June 25 Commemorations

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has praised Kenyans for conducting peaceful June 25 anniversary commemorations, saying the restraint shown by demonstrators reflected the… Read more »

Kenya: Education Committee Probes Rising Cases of School Fires and Student Unrest

National Assembly Departmental Committee on Education is set to embark on a comprehensive inquiry into the growing cases of school fires, destruction of property and student unrest… Read more »

Kenya: NLP Leader Gives Govt Two-Week Ultimatum Over Rising Killings in Farmer-Herder Clashes

National Liberal Party leader Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli has given the government a two-week ultimatum to address the rising wave of killings and insecurity in Kitui County, warning… Read more »

Kenya: Education, Security Claims Largest Slice of Sh4.3 Trillion Mbadi Budget

Education has taken the lions share in the Sh4.3 trillion 2026/27 national budget unveiled by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi. Read more »

Kenya: UK Demands Response Over British Army Uniform in Nanyuki Protest Crackdown

The British High Commission has demanded a government response over the use of a British Army uniform during protests against a US-linked Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki,… Read more »

Kenya: Schools to Close for Mid-Term Break June 24-28, Govt Announces

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has announced that schools across the country will proceed for the mid-term break between June 24 and June 28 amid growing concerns over… Read more »

Sudan: Sudan RSF War Crimes Case Lands in Kenya Under Universal Jurisdiction Bid

A criminal complaint has been filed in Nairobi seeking the prosecution of members of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Seeks Stronger Maritime Security Ties Amid Growing Shipping Opportunities

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has called for deeper regional and international cooperation to address emerging maritime threats, saying stronger security… Read more »