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The Kenya Red Cross said firefighting efforts were ongoing on Monday, with the Mombasa Fire Department, Kenya Ports Authority, Kenya Red Cross and County Government health ambulances deployed to the scene
His arrival in Kitui also carries political significance because of his meeting with Kitui Senator, Wambua, who has increasingly appeared alongside the Nairobi senator during his opposition mobilisation activities
The occupants of the vehicle had fled by the time police secured the scene, leaving detectives to rely on the ongoing investigations to establish their identities and possible involvement in the transportation of the drugs
The Head of State highlighted that the retreat would allow the leaders to assess the government’s performance against promises made to voters, establish what remained achievable and determine what could be delivered over the next year and beyond
The Kenya Red Cross said its first responders were being deployed to the scene as emergency teams worked to assist people affected by the crash
The President warned that losing power could jeopardise the development agenda pursued by his administration, describing an opposition without a clear plan, policy or vision as a danger to the country
The governor highlighted that political cooperation should go beyond negotiations between parties and translate into improvements in the lives of ordinary Kenyans
Oburu said ODM had chosen to cooperate with Ruto after weighing the political circumstances facing the country, arguing that governments should be changed through elections rather than street demonstrations
The influx followed reports of a possible gold discovery, attracting residents from neighbouring areas, other counties and even neighbouring countries.
The suspects are expected to appear in court as police proceed with investigations into the seized substance and the vehicle used to transport it
The endorsement comes as political leaders and groups allied to the broad-based administration begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 elections
They were identified as Paul Maina Kariuki, alias Spata; James Kinyanjui Njuguna; Joseph Mburu Mburu, alias Mbocho; Victor Kariuki Gichanga, alias Kirio; David Chege Chege; Micky Nicky Hutten; and Daniel Mwaura Karanja
The Nairobi senator recalled that he had been sent to Kakamega by ODM leader Raila Odinga to campaign for Barasa during the 2022 gubernatorial contest.
The senator questioned how any plans to interfere with Kakamega Forest could be considered, saying forests should be preserved instead of being opened up for development.
The senator recalled Oparanya's role in his political growth within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), describing the former governor as a father who had helped nurture him in the party.
Kwale hosts Kenya’s largest titanium deposits and other mineral resources, which Wetang’ula said could make the county one of the wealthiest in the country if properly managed.
The declaration comes as political competition intensifies in the Mt Kenya region, with allies of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua pushing for fresh negotiations over the region’s preferred candidate for the deputy presidency ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The students had travelled from Mombasa as part of the group heading to Kisumu to bid farewell to Otieno
Doctors pursuing a career in surgery in Kenya can qualify through two recognised routes. One follows the conventional path of completing a bachelor's degree, internship, working as a medical doctor before enrolling for a master's degree in medicine.
During the approval hearing, committee chairperson and Speaker George Okode explained that the questions raised by members were not aimed at the nominees but at the appointing authority, which is required by law to justify why previously rejected candidates have been brought back for consideration.
Kibos Sugar, Busia Sugar Industry Limited and Sony Sugar told MPs that Kenya needs duty-remission imports to meet industrial demand for refined sugar, arguing that limited local refining capacity makes refined sugar imports for processing a necessity. They also said smuggling through porous borders poses a bigger threat than legally imported sugar.
The Deputy President also reached out to politicians who feel left out in other political camps, urging them to join hands with him instead of remaining on the sidelines.
According to the EACC, investigators established that contracts worth Sh17,484,484.49 were allegedly awarded to companies associated with the chief officer, in violation of public procurement and anti-corruption laws
A search of the motorcycle uncovered a Toyota Harrier grille and a Toyota Harrier headlight believed to have been stolen
In a traffic advisory issued on Thursday, KURA said the temporary closure is necessary to allow the safe dismantling and removal of the gantry located on the southern section of Outer Ring Road near the Airport North Road junction.
Prosecutors allege that the offence was committed on July 30, 2026, in Rangwe Sub-county, Homa Bay County, where the accused are said to have acted jointly and in turns. The four boys pleaded not guilty to the charge and were remanded at the Homa Bay Child Protection Unit pending trial
According to his testimony, Mackenzie taught that "the Bible was viewed as a signboard that directs somebody but does not accompany him/her" and that followers no longer needed it because "they had Jesus with them, and they could see and communicate with him." The witness said he understood this to mean Mackenzie was referring to himself as Jesus
The Chief Justice also called for the upgrading of facilities meant to protect vulnerable children, including renovation of the child protection unit at the local police station, improvement of the county rescue centre and establishment of a holding facility for children in conflict with the law.
While seeking a Statement from the Chairperson of the Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security, Hassan said victims are often deceived with attractive employment opportunities before finding themselves in the hands of criminal gangs.
The company said it has invested about Sh1.5 billion in establishing and expanding its operations. Its factory has an installed crushing capacity of 2,500 tonnes of cane per day but is currently processing an average of 2,000 tonnes daily, equivalent to about 80 per cent of its capacity.