Kenya: How Can a Chapel Meant to Host 300 People Cost Sh1 Billion? Ruto

President William Ruto has dismissed media reports that the chapel he has offered to upgrade at State House, Nairobi, using his his own resources, will cost over Sh1 billion. Read more »

Kenya: NPS Warns Public Against Unlawful Conduct During Saba Saba Protests

The National Police Service (NPS) has cautioned Kenyans against getting involved in unlawful conduct during the commemoration of the 35th Saba Saba anniversary. Read more »

Kenya: Protest Fears Stir Anxiety in Nyeri, Kisii As Kisumu Remains Open for Business

Tension and disruptions marred Nyeri on Monday as the country braced for the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba Day with businesses shut down and police issued stern warnings in… Read more »

Kenya: Saba Saba Paralyses Eastlands As Police Mount Citywide Lockdown

Residents of Eastlands and surrounding areas woke up to a city under lockdown on Monday as major roads, including the usually bustling Jogoo Road, were barricaded by heavily armed… Read more »

Kenya: Court Suspends Manyora's Appointment As KHA Board Chairperson

A Nairobi Court has has suspended the appointment of political analyst and university lecturer Herman Manyora as the Chairperson of the Kenya Hospital Association (KHA) Board,… Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan Start-Ups Raise Sh17bn in H1

Kenyan startups raised Sh17 billion in the first half (H1) of this year, a new report shows, highlighting the country's attractiveness among international investors. 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: 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: Several Schools to Remain Shut Over Saba Saba Unrest Fears

Several schools across Kenya have announced closure on Monday, July 7, as a precautionary measure ahead of the planned Saba Saba protests. Read more »

Kenya: Primary Healthcare Is Free, Report Hospitals Charging Patients - Ruto

President William Ruto has warned public and private hospitals that continue to charge patients for Primary Health Care (PHC) services, declaring that such services are now free… 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: I Didn't Start the Church At State House It Was Already There - President Ruto

President William Ruto has defended the ongoing construction of a new church building at State House, saying it is inappropriate for the house of God to remain in a dilapidated… Read more »

Kenya: Govt to Punish Absentee Public Workers On Saba Saba

Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has issued a stern directive to all public servants, warning them against skipping work on Monday, July 7, amid planned Saba Saba… Read more »

Kenya: Wetangula Warns Against Return to 2007 Chaos, Calls for Unity and Peace

National Assembly Speaker Moses Masika Wetangula has issued a stern warning against the resurgence of divisive and retrogressive politics, cautioning that failure to embrace unity… Read more »

Kenya: Fire Breaks Out At Embakasi Girls High School in Nairobi

A fire has broken out at Embakasi Girls High School in Nairobi today morning affecting one of the school's dormitories. Read more »

Kenya: Olunga Exchanges the Red of Al Duhail for That of Al Arabi

- Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga has joined Qatari side Al Arabi SC on a two-year contract. Read more »

Kenya: Power of Faith! Kipyegon Storms to World Record At Prefontaine Classic

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 5, 2025 - Triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon smashed the world record for the women's 1500m -- again -- at the Prefontaine Classic on Saturday night. Read more »

Kenya: Cherotich Finishes Second At Prefontaine Classic As Yavi Wins Latest Battle With Fellow Countrywoman

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 5, 2025 - Olympics bronze medalist Faith Cherotich finished second in the women's 3000m steeplechase at the Prefontaine Classic on Saturday night. Read more »

Kenya: World Record Innit! Beatrice Chebet Clocks Fastest Time Ever in Women's 5000m

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 5, 2025 - Double Olympic champion Beatrice Chebet smashed the world record for the women's 5000m on her way to victory at the Prefontaine Classic in Oregon on… Read more »

Kenya: Tears and Anger As Slain Molo Student Dennis Njuguna Laid to Rest

Emotions ran high on Thursday as hundreds of mourners gathered in Molo to bid farewell to Master Dennis Njuguna, a high school student fatally shot by police during the nationwide… Read more »

Kenya: Albert Ojwang's Burial Underway After Tense Vigil, No Police Presence On Ground

The burial service for the late Albert Ojwang is underway at Nyawango Primary School in Homa Bay County, following a tense night vigil marked by fear and uncertainty. Read more »

Kenya: Self-Confessed Serial Killer Evans Wanjala Jailed for Life for Murder of 10yr-Old Girl in Uasin Gishu

The High Court in Eldoret has sentenced self-confessed serial killer, Evans Wanjala to life imprisonment for the murder of a 10-year-old girl. Read more »

Kenya: Nairobi Hospital to Pursue Legal, Administrative Action Against Rogue Board Member Over Governance Breach

The Nairobi Hospital now says there has been no change of leadership of its board and will initiate legal and administrative action against a board member who has repeatedly… Read more »

Kenya: 120-Bed Tala Hospital Opens to Boost Healthcare in Machakos

Residents of Machakos County are set to benefit from expanded access to quality medical services following the opening of The Tala Hospital, a modern 120-bed facility offering a… Read more »

Kenya: Legislators Call for Justice As Ojwang Is Laid to Rest

Politicians allied to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party on Friday announced that the death of blogger Albert Ojwang will not push them out of the government. Read more »