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The Chairperson, National Assembly Committee on Governance and Education, Dickson Maungu (C) leading other MPs of the committee during a press briefing in Kisumu on August 3, 2026. PHOTO/DAVID BOGONKO NYOKANG'I

Education and Career

MPs seek answers over billions in school contributions to KESSHA

The Auditor-General questioned the payment, saying KESSHA is a welfare organisation for school principals and is not recognised within the Government funding system.

David Bogonko Nyokang'i 5 Sep 2026

Mt Kenya East leaders unite behind Kindiki for 2032

Eastern

Mt Kenya East leaders unite behind Kindiki for 2032

The leaders from Meru, Embu, Tharaka Nithi and Isiolo said the region would remain within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and work to retain the current administration before pursuing its own claim to the presidency.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

Air Tanzania suspends Moscow service from September 4

East African Bloc

Air Tanzania suspends Moscow service from September 4

Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) said the decision was reached after a routine assessment of the conditions under which the route is being operated.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

IEBC ordered to revise tender for new elections management system

2027 Election

IEBC ordered to revise tender for new elections management system

The ruling followed a complaint by Galadirel Investment Limited, which challenged parts of the procurement process, including requirements concerning hardware, ownership of technology and the method to be used in assessing bids.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

Volkswagen approves plan to cut 50,000 more jobs by 2030

Business

Volkswagen approves plan to cut 50,000 more jobs by 2030

The group, which owns brands including Audi, Porsche, Skoda and Volkswagen, is also reviewing the future of four plants in Germany as it seeks to match production with demand.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

KRA announces tax amnesty on interest, penalties and fines until December 31, 2026

Business

KRA announces tax amnesty on interest, penalties and fines until December 31, 2026

Taxpayers with outstanding principal tax for periods up to December 31, 2025 qualify once they fully settle the qualifying principal tax by December 31, 2026.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

Prof Naituli: Nyoro could have been strong running mate but timing may hurt him

Exclusives

Prof Naituli: Nyoro could have been strong running mate but timing may hurt him

Speaking to Radio Generation on Friday, Naituli described Nyoro as an intelligent politician with a strong understanding of economics, but questioned the timing of his political ambitions and the decisions he has made as he seeks to expand his influence beyond his Mount Kenya base

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

How Sakaja’s Green Army is tackling garbage and creating Jobs

Nairobi

How Sakaja’s Green Army is tackling garbage and creating Jobs

Speaking on his digital baraza podcast, Nairobi, Let’s Talk, the Governor said the scale of the recruitment was unlike anything seen in the county for years.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

Kenya welcomes African Growth and Opportunity Act extension by US to 2028

News

Kenya welcomes African Growth and Opportunity Act extension by US to 2028

The Government said the extension was particularly important for Kenya’s textile and apparel industry, one of the country’s biggest beneficiaries of AGOA.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

DCI reveals truth behind viral Expressway ‘robbery’ video

Nairobi

DCI reveals truth behind viral Expressway ‘robbery’ video

The development came after images and video circulated widely on social media on Friday, appearing to show several people gathered around vehicles on the Expressway. The footage prompted claims that a group of criminals had stopped and robbed motorists in broad daylight

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Sifuna warns investors may shun Kenya over ‘pack and go’ approach

News

Sifuna warns investors may shun Kenya over ‘pack and go’ approach

The senator took issue with what he called the “Mambo Matatu, pack and go” approach, saying the practice could create an environment where businesses are unsure whether their investments will remain secure.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

UDA sets September 26 for ward-level grassroots elections in three counties

Politics

UDA sets September 26 for ward-level grassroots elections in three counties

The candidate registration portal opened on Thursday, September 3, and will remain open until Friday, September 18, at 5pm.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

Four public officers arrested in EACC bribery crackdown

Corridors of Justice

Four public officers arrested in EACC bribery crackdown

The latest crackdown comes against a backdrop of persistent bribery concerns in Kenya, particularly at points where citizens interact directly with public officials

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Four children rescued in Kajiado as suspected trafficker arrested

Rift Valley

Four children rescued in Kajiado as suspected trafficker arrested

The circumstances in which the minors were found have also raised concerns that they could have experienced other forms of abuse

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

UDA spending hits Sh1.26bn as 2027 election activities gather pace

Politics

UDA spending hits Sh1.26bn as 2027 election activities gather pace

The figure marks a sharp increase from the Sh685 million spent in the previous financial year, representing an additional Sh574 million in expenses

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

PS Mukhwana: Magadi could become heart of Kenya’s manufacturing drive

News

PS Mukhwana: Magadi could become heart of Kenya’s manufacturing drive

The PS maintained that President William Ruto’s intervention at Magadi and his push for investors to establish glass and chemical manufacturing facilities in Kenya could mark a major shift in the country’s industrialisation strategy

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Murkomen dismisses claims of parallel police units, says reforms on track

News

Murkomen dismisses claims of parallel police units, says reforms on track

The Interior CS said all units within the National Police Service operate under the established command structure headed by the Inspector General of Police.

Bradley Bosire 4 Sep 2026

Naituli: What it takes to be a political kingpin in Kenya

Exclusives

Naituli: What it takes to be a political kingpin in Kenya

Prof Naituli, however, said political loyalty is not uniform across Kenya. He argued that the Kikuyu have traditionally tended to consolidate around a particular political figure at a given time rather than permanently follow one kingpin

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

He is not a flower girl! Murkomen defends Kanja

News

He is not a flower girl! Murkomen defends Kanja

His defence comes amid renewed scrutiny of Kanja’s leadership following the alleged abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich on September 1, 2026

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Africa urged to turn more women’s STEM skills into businesses and solutions

Education and Career

Africa urged to turn more women’s STEM skills into businesses and solutions

Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, who served as the chief guest, said Africa must ensure that knowledge gained in schools and laboratories can lead to practical solutions and successful enterprises.

Maureen Kinyanjui 4 Sep 2026

Murkomen: Police welfare key to tackling security challenge

News

Murkomen: Police welfare key to tackling security challenge

Speaking during the 59th Administration Police Recruits Passing-Out Parade at the National Police College, Embakasi ‘A’ Campus in Nairobi on Friday, Murkomen said investment in police officers was critical because human resources remained the most important component of national security

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Kagwe wants Coast to turn farm potential into jobs and wealth

News

Kagwe wants Coast to turn farm potential into jobs and wealth

Kagwe said Lamu, Tana River, Kwale, Kilifi and Taita Taveta could raise output of cassava, cotton, milk, meat, cashew nuts and other agricultural products by three or four times.

Maureen Kinyanjui 4 Sep 2026

Ruto announces 36% salary increase for police constables as review ends

News

Ruto announces 36% salary increase for police constables as review ends

The President also announced plans to increase police housing, including at the Embakasi training college, while improving medical care for officers and their families through the Usalama Cover.

Maureen Kinyanjui 4 Sep 2026

Ruto to new AP Officers: Protect rights, serve Kenyans with integrity

News

Ruto to new AP Officers: Protect rights, serve Kenyans with integrity

The President maintained that these constitutional requirements should guide officers in their daily interactions with members of the public, including during arrests, investigations, crowd management and conflict resolution

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Murkomen challenges new police officers to uphold integrity and discipline

News

Murkomen challenges new police officers to uphold integrity and discipline

The CS made the remarks during the 59th Administration Police Recruits Passing-Out Parade at the National Police College, Embakasi ‘A’ Campus in Nairobi on Friday, where he explained that the officers had completed nine months of training and were entering a service whose effectiveness depended on discipline, integrity and public trust

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Kindiki challenges rivals to match UDA grassroots machinery

Politics

Kindiki challenges rivals to match UDA grassroots machinery

Deputy President says the officials were not merely party representatives but the people responsible for carrying UDA’s message to voters at the most basic level of the political structure.

Maureen Kinyanjui 4 Sep 2026

IG Kanja urges new AP officers to stay neutral, respect rights

News

IG Kanja urges new AP officers to stay neutral, respect rights

The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said training remains at the centre of police reforms and is key to building a disciplined and professional service capable of responding to the country’s changing security needs.

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Ruto pays tribute to fallen Haiti mission officers

News

Ruto pays tribute to fallen Haiti mission officers

Ruto laid a wreath at the National Police College in memory of the officers who lost their lives while serving under the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) in Haiti.

Maureen Kinyanjui 4 Sep 2026

Police Reforms: Ruto highlights salary review, new stations and digital services

Nairobi

Police Reforms: Ruto highlights salary review, new stations and digital services

The reforms come as the National Police Service continues to face demands for more officers, improved infrastructure and modern equipment

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026

Naituli challenges push to split Mount Kenya into two political blocs

Exclusives

Naituli challenges push to split Mount Kenya into two political blocs

Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Friday, Naituli described the proposed separation of Mount Kenya East and Mount Kenya West as a political project driven by leaders seeking relevance rather than a reflection of the region's social history

Chrispho Owuor 4 Sep 2026