Nyanza
DCI arrests two after armed man tries to storm VIP section at Sony Green Stadium
Police said the suspect was carrying a loaded CZ pistol and was posing as a member of the Kenya Defence Forces when security officers intercepted him.
Counties
News
ODPP to cross-examine 15 defence witnesses in Paul Mackenzie trial
The prosecution noted that the witnesses will give evidence in support of the defence next week, marking a key stage in the trial that has drawn national attention due to the nature of the allegations involving...
North-Eastern
Northern Kenya facing ‘self-marginalisation’ despite billions in public funding, says analyst
Abdi Noor Mohamed claims billions allocated to the region have failed to translate into meaningful development, leaving residents without essential services despite substantial public investment
Nairobi
Key Nairobi roads to shut down for City Marathon this weekend
The Nairobi Expressway will be among the most affected routes, with traffic suspended in both directions between James Gichuru Road and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The closure on the expressway is sche...
Nairobi
EACC recovers Sh65.3 million in cash from Nairobi official’s home in corruption probe
In a statement issued on Thursday, EACC said the search is linked to ongoing investigations into allegations of conflict of interest, abuse of office, bribery and possession of unexplained assets
Health and Wellness
Baringo selected for first Kala-azar vaccine trial at Chemolingot centre
The Kenya Medical Research Institute (Kemri) will run the study at the Chemolingot Kala-azar Centre in Tiaty Central, an area that continues to report some of the highest infection levels in the country.
Nairobi
Four killed, 15 injured as Matatu overturns on Enterprise Road
Witnesses at the scene said the matatu lost control before rolling onto its side, leaving several passengers injured while others died on the spot.
Nairobi
Kenya, World Bank roll out expanded Nairobi commuter rail upgrade plan
The project also includes the purchase of modern trainsets such as Electric Multiple Units and Diesel Electric Multiple Units.
Coast
EACC secures convictions of 10 in Sh51.6m Kilifi corruption, money-laundering case
The convictions follow a lengthy legal process arising from fraudulent payments made between September 19 and October 7, 2016
Nairobi
Green Belt Movement opposes reported plan to excise Uhuru, Central Parks for highway expansion
The organisation cautioned that the loss of urban green spaces would have far-reaching consequences for biodiversity, climate resilience, public health and citizens’ constitutional right to a clean and healthy...
North-Eastern
Wajir High Court to be activated under new nationwide judicial expansion plan
Cabinet approval of a funding framework will enable expansion of judicial infrastructure, including in Wajir, through partnerships with development partners. President William Ruto said the plan aims to improve...
Central
Former priest arrested over alleged online calls for government overthrow
The suspect’s background has also drawn public attention. The DCI stated that Waiguru was once an ordained Roman Catholic priest before later leaving the church and joining the Catholic Charismatic Church, wher...