Kenya: Babu Owino Denies Attacking Odinga Family

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has denied claims that he directed controversial social media posts targeting the Odinga family, saying he has never instructed activist Maverick Aoko… Read more »

Kenya: See Reckless Driving? Call 999, 911 or 112

As millions of Kenyans travel for the festive season, authorities are urging the public to help save lives by reporting dangerous driving through emergency numbers 999, 911 and… Read more »

Kenya: Two Suspects Arrested Over Murder of 72-Year-Old Woman in Kirinyaga

Police in Kirinyaga County have arrested two key suspects in connection with the brutal murder of a 72-year-old woman whose body was found dumped in a thicket in Kerugoya East… Read more »

Kenya: Autopsy Due As Questions Emerge Over Cyrus Jirongo Death

The postmortem report into the death of former Lugari MP the late Cyrus Jirongo was set for Monday, even as questions continue to swirl around the circumstances surrounding his… Read more »

Kenya: EACC Recovers Road Reserve in Mombasa Ending 17-Year Court Battle

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered a grabbed road reserve on Mombasa Island valued at Sh21 million, ending a 17-year legal battle over land earmarked… Read more »

Kenya: 'He Was a Fighter in Every Sense' - President Ruto On Jirongo's Death

NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 13 - President William Ruto has eulogised former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo as a relentless go-getter, bold political organiser and accomplished businessman,… Read more »

Kenya: Cyrus Jirongo Dies in Head-On Collission With a Bus in Naivasha

Former Lugari MP and veteran politician Cyrus Jirongo has died following a grisly road accident on the Naivasha-Nakuru highway. Read more »

Kenya: Jirongo Funeral Committee Seeks Answers, Insists He Left Karen to Gigiri Not Naivasha

Fresh questions have emerged over the final movements of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, with his funeral committee demanding answers from investigators even as police maintain he… Read more »

Kenya: Supremacy Battle As Wamatangi and Ng'ang'a Trade Barbs Before Ruto

Supremacy battles among Kiambu politicians and early manoeuvres for the 2027 general election played out publicly during President William Ruto's visit to a church fundraising… Read more »

Kenya: State Issues Safety, Health Advisory As Festive Season Begins

The Ministry of Health is urging Kenyans to observe road safety measures and avoid drunk driving during the festive season, citing an increase in road crashes and alcohol-related… Read more »

Kenya: Why the Nakuru-Naivasha Highway Remains One of Kenya's Deadliest Roads

Long before the crash that claimed the life of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, the Nakuru-Naivasha Highway carried a reputation that motorists spoke of in wary tones. It is a road… Read more »

Kenya: MOH Vows Full Disclosure in Court to Defend Suspended Health Data Deal

The Ministry of Health has assured Kenyans that it will present comprehensive evidence in court to defend the legality and safety of the Kenya-US Health Cooperation Framework,… Read more »

Kenya: Sh3mn Counterfeit Alcohol Haul Seized in Narok As Nacada Smashes Major Syndicate

In a dramatic dawn raid, the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) dismantled a sophisticated alcohol counterfeiting ring in Narok County,… Read more »

Kenya: Kajiado Official Arrested After Demanding Bribe to Clear Sewer Line Repairs

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested a Kajiado County Enforcement Officer accused of soliciting and receiving a bribe to clear repair works on a sewage… Read more »

Kenya: 7 Soldiers Linked Sh192mn Meth Saga Detained for 10 Days As Search Unearths Narcotics

A Mombasa court has ordered seven Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers to be detained for 10 days to allow investigators to complete forensic examinations in a Sh192 million… Read more »

Kenya: 'Unresolved Human Rights Abuses Risking Regional Stability'

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has called on East African Community (EAC) member states to recommit to regional human rights obligations, even as Kenya's national human rights… Read more »

Kenya: Tree-Hugging Record Breaker Truphena Muthoni's Environmental Campaign Earns Massive Odibets Boost

Kenyan environmental conservationist Truphena Muthoni has officially secured a new world record after completing an extraordinary 72-hour non-stop tree-hugging marathon, surpassing… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Rolls Out Tough Security, Traffic Measures Ahead of Jamhuri Day Celebrations

The Ministry of Interior has announced a comprehensive security and public safety plan ahead of the 62nd Jamhuri Day celebrations scheduled for Friday at the Nyayo National… Read more »

East Africa: Three Fishermen Killed After Ship Collides With Boat On Lake Victoria Near Remba Island

Three fishermen lost their lives and another was injured after a ship collided with their fishing boat on Lake Victoria near Remba Island in Suba North constituency, Homa Bay… Read more »

Kenya: Gachagua Alleges Voter Intimidation Targeting Elderly in Mbeere North By-Election

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused state officials and local leaders of intimidating thousands of elderly voters in Mbeere North during the recent by-election. Read more »

Kenya: Traffic Disruptions Expected in Nairobi On December 12 Ahead of Jamhuri Day Celebrations

Motorists are advised to anticipate major traffic disruptions on Friday, as police implement security measures for the Jamhuri Day celebrations. Read more »

Kenya: Ethical Foundation Necessary for Enforcement of the Constitution - CJ Koome

Chief Justice Martha Koome has called for stronger ethical foundations within institutions tasked with safeguarding the Constitution and implementing landmark judicial decisions,… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Faces Serious Human Rights Challenges, CJ Koome Warns

Chief Justice Martha Koome has warned that Kenya continues to struggle with major human rights issues, including extrajudicial killings, abductions, homelessness, inequality, and… Read more »

Kenya: High Court Suspends Nakuru-NYS Sh2.1bn Roads Deal Pending Legal Challenge

The High Court has halted the implementation of the contentious Sh2.1 billion roads improvement agreement between the Nakuru County Government and the National Youth Service (NYS),… Read more »

Kenya: Advocate Pushes Judiciary to End Geo-Blocking On Court E-Filing System

A Nairobi-based lawyer has petitioned Chief Justice Martha Koome to remove geo-restrictions on the Judiciary's e-filing and cause-list portals, warning that the current setup shuts… Read more »