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How DNA And Male Fertility Tests Are Quietly Destroying Marriages ~ Peter Ngumba, Lab Technologist.

Rally: Lota claims the Mombasa Cement opener

Speaking on Wednesday, Lota admitted he faced a strong challenge from fellow driver Amit Vaja before his closest rival exited in CS5 due to a damaged front suspension arm. He said the win in Mombasa has set the tone for a successful 2026 campaign.

Government warns of looming health crisis as waste mismanagement spirals

Public Health and Professional Standards, PS Mary Muthoni said the country is facing an urgent environmental health challenge driven by rising volumes of unmanaged garbage, weak disposal systems and harmful public behaviour in waste handling.

Chelsea end Rosenior's reign after poor run of Premier League results

Chelsea have now turned to Calum McFarlane, Rosenior’s former assistant, who has been named interim head coach until the end of the season. McFarlane had already briefly stepped in earlier in the year, overseeing a 1-1 draw against Manchester City and a defeat to Fulham in January after Enzo Maresca was sacked.

SHA to stop drug payments where patients are not given medicine, Duale says

According to the Ministry of Health, the system has revealed a growing pattern in which patients complete treatment inside public facilities but leave without medicine from hospital pharmacies, raising concerns about service delivery and possible diversion of patients to private drug outlets.

MPs reject new music tariffs, demand major review over cost concerns

Under the proposed political tariff structure, presidential candidates will pay Sh500,000, governors Sh200,000, senators Sh150,000, Members of Parliament and Woman Representatives Sh100,000, and Members of County Assembly Sh15,000. Political parties will continue paying a yearly flat rate of Sh600,000.

MPs demand justice after Garissa taxi driver allegedly shot by police

esidents took to the streets on Tuesday morning after the killing of a taxi driver along the Garissa–Dadaab road. Leaders from the area have condemned the incident, terming it unlawful and uncalled for.

Kindiki defends development agenda as he criticises Gachagua during Baringo tour

Kindiki described the commissioning as part of sustained efforts to expand infrastructure and bring development closer to communities that previously lacked basic services.

Kenya names 12 for Africa aquatics meet

With selectors banking on a mix of proven performers and rising prospects to challenge on the continental stage, national Team Manager Hillary Leboy insisted that the selection criteria, released earlier, had a direct impact on the final composition of the team.

Kenya to debut in 2nd Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge

Kenya has sent a team of 12 athletes to Adelaide, comprising both men and women, as wheelchair rugby is a mixed-gender sport. On the court, only four players per team are allowed at any given time, making it a 4×4 game.

Ex-CS Muturi demands resignation of Acting IEBC CEO over voter register concerns

In a statement on Wednesday, Muturi accused the electoral commission of failing to address persistent concerns regarding voter data integrity, transparency and accountability, warning that continued inaction could undermine public confidence in the electoral process.

MPs approves Defence Pacts with France, China, Ethiopia, Czech Republic and Zimbabwe

The agreements, endorsed following a review by the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations, are expected to deepen cooperation in areas such as counter-terrorism, intelligence sharing, cybersecurity and peace support operations.

Governors push Parliament to fast-track finance law changes over county funding delays

The Council of Governors has urged Parliament to fast-track the Public Finance Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025, calling for the repeal of sections 191A–191E, arguing delays could disrupt county conditional-grant management.

MP Wamboka suspened as PIC Chair pending probe over bribery claims

Following the developments, the Deputy Speaker directed National Assembly Minority leader Junet Mohammed to nominate an interim chairperson of the committee by noon of April 23, 2026 to ensure continuity of its work during the ongoing investigations.

Gor Mahia Chairman Rachier appeals for affordable Mashemeji Derby tickets

Speaking on Wednesday in Nairobi ahead of the derby scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Nyayo National Stadium, Rachier said the high cost of tickets is locking out many supporters.

NCIC petitions Speaker Wetang’ula over bribery claims against parliamentary committee chair

The commission claims that its officers were subjected to hostile treatment during committee appearances and further alleges that there were demands tied to favourable handling of matters before the committee.

Police officer on the run after fatal Garissa shooting, Murkomen tells Senate

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen told the Senate that an officer accused of shooting and killing a civilian at Modika roadblock in Garissa is on the run. He said IPOA is investigating and the suspect will face court once arrested.

Itumbi rejects claims of ID issuance delays in Nakuru, cites 1.4 million cards issued

Itumbi said the ID issuance system remains active and consistent across the country, citing figures that show more than 1.4 million national identity cards have been issued in Nakuru County alone, with 31,449 applications still under processing as of April 18. He maintained that the numbers reflect a system that is functioning without disruption, despite the political claims being made.

UDA to hold repeat Phase II grassroot elections on April 23, 2026

More than 450,000 aspirants are expected to compete for 20 grassroots positions, with participation drawn from women, youth, special interest groups, farmers, religious organisations, professionals, and MSMEs and traders. The party estimates that around eight million members will take part in the exercise across more than 9,000 polling centres.

Namanga border shock as bus crew arrested after live snake found in cargo

The bus, which was transiting from Tanzania into Kenya, was flagged by a joint team of customs officers and border security personnel during standard clearance procedures. Attention was drawn to a wooden box that had been listed as containing motor vehicle parts.

Korir reveals plans for new Athletics Series to nurture talents

Speaking in Nairobi on Wednesday, Korir said the concept is already gaining momentum, with groundwork underway and consultations ongoing among Kenya, Ethiopia, Nigeria, South Africa, and Botswana, countries earmarked as the cornerstone nations for the proposed circuit.

Over 1.1 million learners left out as school funding gap widens

According to Bitok secondary schools have been hit hardest, with a shortfall of Sh76,995,346,067. Junior secondary schools follow with Sh31,981,877,799, while primary schools face a deficit of Sh14,048,116,230. Secondary special needs education also recorded a gap of Sh67,117,182.

Senator Wambua raises alarm over AI 'cloning' of the dead, calls for regulation

In recent years, a growing trend known as “digital resurrection” has emerged, where AI is used to recreate the voices, images, or behaviour of people who have died.

CS Duale warns National Assembly against changes to Senate tobacco law

Duale identified the Tobacco Control Fund as a critical tool in Kenya’s fight against tobacco use, saying it plays a central role in funding national programmes. The fund, supported through a compensatory contribution from industry players, finances public awareness campaigns, cessation support, enforcement training, and research on tobacco and emerging nicotine products.

Nairobi South MCA urges Ruto to step in as Sakaja faces service delivery criticism

Chege, who also serves as Nairobi County Deputy Minority Leader, raised concern over what she termed as unequal development across the city. She said several wards have been left behind in the rollout of major projects, deepening disparities among residents.

Duale names five counties leading in SHA fraud, reveals Sh13.2bn loss

According to the Health CS, the government has already flagged widespread irregularities in claims submitted to SHA, warning that authorities will sustain the crackdown to protect public resources.

Senator Ledama dismisses UDA–ODM fallout claims as political drama

The remarks come at a time when ODM is actively engaged in internal and coalition talks around zoning arrangements ahead of the 2027 polls. The party is pushing for a system where coalition partners agree not to compete in certain regions, a move it says would protect its traditional support bases.

Police arrest two suspected gang members in Nakuru West

Police in Nakuru West say officers from Rhonda Police Station acted on a tip-off to arrest John Omondi (“Daddy”) and Samuel Kamau (“Pino”). Authorities link them to the “Confirm” gang and say investigations for prosecution are ongoing.

Expert warns wealth growth is leaving many financially exposed

Edith Siddindo says the increase in billionaires across major economies such as the United States and China, each with over 1,000 billionaires, stands in sharp contrast to millions of people who continue to live from one paycheck to another with little or no savings.

KCB trounce Pipeline to book a date with Al Ahyl in CAVB finals

Speaking after the match at the Al Ahly Sports Complex, KCB head coach Japheth Munala admitted his team had a slow start but praised Kenya Pipeline for their strong performance, saying it was a closely contested game.