Kenya: Charlene Ruto Asks Gen Z to Offer 'Objective-Driven Representation'

President William Ruto's daughter, Charlene Ruto, has called on the youth and particulary the Gen Z to embrace structured dialogue and alternative engagement methods in a bid to… Read more »

Kenya: Ban Ki-Moon Hails Special Ties With Kenya, Ruto As He Receives Highest National Medal

Former United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has praised the deep and enduring ties with Kenya after receiving the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart (CGH), the… Read more »

Kenya: UN Calls for Independent Probe Into Police Killings in Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 8 -- The United Nations Human Rights Office has called for an independent and transparent investigation into increased killings of protesters by police during… Read more »

Kenya: Kisumu Orders Livestock Quarantine Over Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak

A quarantine notice has been issued within Kisumu County following an outbreak of foot and mouth disease. Read more »

Kenya: Govt Extends Public Comment Window On Proposed Traffic and Transport Regulations 2025

The government has extended the period for public input on the proposed Traffic and Transport Regulations, 2025 by an additional 14 days, according to a statement posted by the… Read more »

Kenya: 10 Killed, Dozens Injured in Deadly Saba Saba Protests

At least ten people have been confirmed dead, scores injured and others abducted during Monday's Saba Saba protests, marking one of the bloodiest days since Kenya's youth-led Gen Z… Read more »

Kenya: Police Report 11 Deaths, 567 Arrests As Rights Groups Decry Saba Saba Brutality

The National Police Service (NPS) has confirmed eleven deaths, 567 arrests, and dozens of injuries during Monday's Saba Saba protests amid condemnation over excessing use of force. Read more »

Kenya: Kibwage Elated After National Team Call Up for CHAN Duty

Tusker FC defender Michael Evans Kibwage has earned a return to the national team, after being named in coach Benni McCarthy's 30-man provisional squad for the Africa Nations… Read more »

Kenya: Raila Takes On 'Fake Liberator' Gachagua Over Saba Saba Posturing

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has openly rebuked former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of distorting political history and falsely attempting to position… Read more »

Kenya: Absa Kenya Staff Lead Nationwide Mentorship and Climate Action Drive

More than 2,000 employees of Absa Bank Kenya participated in a two-day staff-led initiative dubbed "Be the Difference Day", aimed at mentoring students and advancing environmental… Read more »

Kenya: Senate Begins Guyo Impeachment Trial Set to Conclude On Thursday

The Senate has officially commenced a three-day plenary hearing into the impeachment of Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo. Read more »

Kenya: How Kenya's Youth Shut Down Nairobi Without Throwing a Stone

On Monday, July 7, 2025, a familiar pattern played out across Nairobi and several towns in Kenya: closed shops, empty roads, and unusually quiet city streets. Yet, this time, the… Read more »

Kenya: Kindiki Urges Dialogue Over Chaos, Defends Ruto's Development Track Record

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged Kenyans to embrace dialogue and peaceful engagement as the means to resolve grievances and national concerns, warning that violence and… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Medical Association Condemns Traffic Blockades During Protests

The Kenya Medical Association (KMA) has condemned the obstruction of healthcare workers and ambulances during national protests, warning that traffic blockades are severely… Read more »

Kenya: Opposition Has No Plan, Only Slogans, Kindiki Says As He Justifies Ruto's Second Term

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed the opposition as 'plan-less',saying their reliance on slogans such as 'Ruto Must Go' and 'One Term' exposes a lack of vision and… Read more »

Kenya: 10 Killed, Dozens Injured in Deadly Saba Saba Protests

At least ten people have been confirmed dead, scores injured and others abducted during Wednesday’s Saba Saba protests, marking one of the bloodiest days since Kenya’s… Read more »

Kenya: Nairobi Locked Down As Saba Saba Tensions Paralyse City

Despite government assurances that Monday would be a normal working day, Nairobi remained under tight security lockdown as police sealed off roads and severely restricted access to… Read more »

Kenya: Businesses Shut in Nairobi, Nyeri, Limuru Amid Fears of Unrest

A large number of businesses in Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) and surrounding areas remained closed on Monday amid fears of looting and violence associated with the… Read more »

Kenya: 'We Will Not Watch You Destroy Property,' Kisii Police Commander Tells Protesters

A Heavy presence of police officers was witnessed in Kisii town's roundabout as tens of youths gather in this spot a head of the Saba saba protests. Read more »

Kenya: Why Nairobi Is On Edge This Saba Saba - - Road Closures, Businesses Shut

Nairobi came to a near standstill on Monday as heightened security, road closures and empty streets marked the 35th anniversary of the historic Saba Saba protests. Read more »

Kenya: Heavy Police Presence in Mombasa Ahead of Saba Saba Protests

A heavy police presence was witnessed across Mombasa on Monday morning ahead of the planned Saba Saba Day demonstrations. Read more »

Kenya: Kisumu Remains Peaceful As the Country Marks Saba Saba Day

Businesses in the lakeside city of Kisumu opened up as normal as the country marks 35th anniversary of Saba Saba Day. Read more »

Kenya: Businesses Shut in Nairobi, Other Towns Amid Fear of Unrest

A large number of businesses in Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) and surrounding areas remained closed on Monday amid fears of looting and violence associated with the… Read more »

Kenya: Tension High As Bonfires, Roadblocks Mark Saba Saba Anniversary Across Kenya

Parts of Central Kenya were engulfed in smoke and tension on Monday morning as groups of protesters lit bonfires and blocked roads to mark the 35th anniversary of the Saba Saba… Read more »

Kenya: Madaraka Express Resumes After Sudden Suspension Amid Saba Saba Security

Kenya Railways has resumed operations of the Madaraka Express passenger service between Mombasa and Nairobi after a sudden suspension on Sunday night triggered public outcry and… Read more »