Kenya: South C Residents Storm Ardhi House Over Deadly Building Collapse

Operations were temporarily disrupted at Ardhi House on Monday after South C residents staged protests demanding urgent government action over the deadly collapse of a high-rise… Read more »

Kenya: Gachagua Backs Gen Z Fuel Protests but Rules Out Opposition Participation

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has thrown his weight behind GenZ planning demonstrations over rising fuel costs, while signalling that the formal… Read more »

Kenya: EPRA May Review Fuel Prices Every 14 Days Under New Proposal

Rongo MP Paul Abuor has proposed amendments to the Petroleum Act 2019 he says would accelerate the reduction of fuel prices when global oil costs fall, citing persistent delays… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Named in Global 'Transnational Repression' Report Over Cross-Border Crackdowns

Kenya has been named among a growing list of countries accused of engaging in transnational repression, as regional security cooperation in East Africa comes under renewed scrutiny… Read more »

Kenya: Autopsies Underway for Two Killed in Mbeere North Protests

Postmortem examinations have commenced in Embu County for two young men who were shot dead during violent clashes between police and residents protesting the deteriorating… Read more »

Kenya: Chaos At Kasarani - Gor Held By Bandari Amidst Penalty Controversy and Locker Room Theft

Gor Mahia's march toward the 2025/2026 Premier League title took a chaotic turn on Sunday as a controversial 0-0 draw against Bandari FC was overshadowed by a security breach that… Read more »

Kenya: KNCHR Opens Public Participation On Draft Reparations Guidelines 2026

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has invited members of the public and stakeholders to submit memoranda and comments on the Draft Reparations Guidelines 2026,… Read more »

Kenya: KDF Graduates New Infantry Specialists to Boost Readiness

A new group of highly trained military professionals has graduated from the Kenya Defence Forces School of Infantry, marking a key step in strengthening the country's operational… Read more »

Kenya: Ledama Tells Opposition to 'Stop Blaming Ruto for Everything' Amid Fuel Price Debate

Narok Senator Ledama Ole Kina has called on opposition leaders to stop politicising fuel price discussions, arguing that the debate should focus on infrastructure financing… Read more »

Kenya: 4 Arrested in Embu Township Anti-Drug Raid, Police Recover 549 Annabis Rolls

Four suspects have been arrested following a targeted anti-drug operation in Embu Township, as authorities intensify efforts to dismantle illicit drug networks in the region. Read more »

Kenya: 'He Is Not the Pope' - Oburu Escalates Clash With Sifuna, Says Raila Was 'Fed Up' With Him

ODM Leader Oburu Oginga has escalated the party's internal standoff with Edwin Sifuna, declaring the embattled Secretary General "is not the Pope" and insisting party discipline… Read more »

Kenya: Oburu Oginga Warns Against 'Reckless Tax Removal' Amid Fuel Price Pressure

ODM leader Oburu Oginga has cautioned against the "reckless removal of taxes" as pressure mounts on the government to further cut pump prices, despite recent interventions that… Read more »

Kenya: 'Everything Is On the Table' - Oburu On Pre-2027 Coalition Talks With UDA

ODM leader Oburu Oginga has declared that "everything is on the table" in ongoing negotiations with the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), even as fresh cracks emerge within… Read more »

Kenya: NACADA Seizes Sh4.1mn Ethanol Haul in Runda Crackdown

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has seized a large consignment of illicit ethanol valued at over Sh4.1 million in a targeted… Read more »

Africa: Unicef Projects Usd380bn Climate-Induced Loss in Education Earnings in Africa By 2050

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned that climate-related disasters are increasingly disrupting education across Eastern and Southern Africa, potentially leading… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Explains Why Fuel Costs More in Kenya

President William Ruto has defended fuel prices in Kenya, attributing them to the country's economic status and infrastructure demands. Read more »

Kenya: Gachagua Claims Kindiki's Emissary Sought Leniency Amid Rising Political Tensions

Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has intensified his criticism of Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, rejecting calls to tone down his attacks. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Heads to Italy for a 3-Day State Visit

President William Ruto will embark on a 3-day State visit to Italy to hold bilateral talks with President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Read more »

Kenya: Three Gang Rape, Robbery With Violence Suspects Arrested in Butere

Police have arrested three suspects linked to a chilling incident of robbery with violence and gang rape in Butere. Read more »

Kenya: KRA Scraps Nil Returns, Introduces 'Pin With No Obligation' to Ease Compliance Burden

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has scrapped mandatory Nil Returns and introduced a new "PIN with No Obligation" (PWO) category, marking a significant shift in Kenya's tax… Read more »

Kenya: Government Moves to Strengthen Teachers' Healthcare Under SHA

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving healthcare access for teachers, with a renewed focus on strengthening benefits, enhancing accountability, and boosting… Read more »

Kenya: Why Are Crash-Themed Games Becoming So Popular?

As you may know, the iGaming industry of today is not like what it used to be a few years ago. Thanks to its openness, the industry has been welcoming different innovations in a… Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Signs Tax Relief Law Reducing Fuel VAT By Half for Three Months

President William Ruto has signed the VAT (Amendment) Act 2026 into law, temporarily reducing Value Added Tax on fuel from 16 percent to 8 percent for a period of 90 days in a move… Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto - Govt to Do Everything Possible to Cushion Kenyans From Oil Price Surge

President William Ruto has announced a raft of emergency measures aimed at shielding Kenyans from rising living costs triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East,… Read more »

Kenya: Two Arrested As Police Recover Stolen Gun in Rongai

Detectives in Kajiado North have arrested two suspects and recovered a firearm that had earlier been stolen from a police officer. Read more »