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Why Do We Record Crime Instead of Stepping In? Are We Becoming Too Comfortable Watching?

Why Are Wigs Becoming a Target for Thieves? The Rise of Wig Snatching

Foreigners Running Small Businesses in Kenya: Fair Competition or Hurting Local Businesses?

Should Couples Have Rules About What They Post Online? Setting Boundaries in Relationships

You Date an Influencer for Love, But They Date You for Content — Would You Stay?

Would You Date an Influencer? The Truth About Dating, Relationships & Social Media

Can One Political Stunt Undo 10 or 50 Years of Building a Reputation?

Is This Political Manipulation? Throwing Food at Kenyans in the Name of Campaigns

AU, US reaffirm strategic partnership as leaders push for peace in Africa

The AU Commission chairperson said the relationship should deliver tangible benefits for both sides.The US official reaffirmed Washington's commitment to Africa, saying the continent remains a priority for the United States.

More than 80 migrants feared dead after 27-day Atlantic ordeal

The boat is believed to have left The Gambia in West Africa in early August carrying 127 people. Human rights activist Helena Maleno Garzón, founder of Spanish charity Caminando Fronteras, said 83 people had died during the journey.

Global Fertility Rates by Region

Fertility rates continue to vary widely across the world, with Africa recording the highest rate at 4.0 children per woman and a population of 1.5 billion

Ruto vows Amboseli transfer to Kajiado will succeed despite court case

The President said the proposed handover was aimed at returning Amboseli to the people of Kajiado County, insisting that his administration would overcome the legal hurdles facing the plan

NCCK: Political tension, bribery could threaten credibility of 2027 polls

Speaking during a press briefing in Nairobi on Thursday, the church leaders said anxiety was growing 11 months before the polls, citing fears of violence based on Kenya’s experience in previous elections.

Muturi disowns ‘Mt Kenya East’ statement, says signature was forged

The document also rejects what it describes as attempts to treat Meru, Embu and Tharaka Nithi as an extension of Mt Kenya West, saying the region should independently determine its political direction

Muthuma explains why some Ruto-era road projects stalled

Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Thursday, Muthuma said the administration found Sh175 billion in pending road bills when President William Ruto assumed office, with contractors in several locations having abandoned construction sites because of delayed payments

PS Omollo: Kenya has 2,000 critical cyber vulnerabilities, 4.8 million leaked credentials

Speaking during the launch of the Rapid Reference Guide on Offences under the Computers Misuse & Cybercrimes Act on Thursday, PS Omollo said an independent assessment of Kenya’s cyber exposure had identified more than 2,000 critical vulnerabilities and over 4.8 million leaked credentials.

Rachel Ruto urges Embu women to work in groups, access skills and markets

Her remarks come against a backdrop of continued efforts to expand women's participation in Kenya's economy. The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics says 71.9 percent of women reported being employed in its latest Women’s Economic Empowerment Index analysis. However, only 52.7 percent reported having financial independence through their own earnings

Nine public petitions cleared for debate as Parliament prepares to resume

The committee, chaired by Muchangi Karemba (Runyenjes), has been examining petitions brought before it by members of the public and holding discussions with those directly involved in the matters raised.

3,727 informal workers certified as Ruto prepares to launch formalisation drive

The three interventions — Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), the Fundi Locator app and the revamped Haba Haba digital savings platform — are being implemented with support from the World Bank under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) project

University, TVET funding application deadline extended to September 21

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba said the extension was approved after the ministry noted that some eligible students and trainees had been unable to submit their applications within the initial period.

Milk shortage only 3% as Kenya Dairy Board warns against panic buying

Kenya Dairy Board chairperson Genesio Mugo against buying unpasteurised milk from hawkers and outlets that are not authorised to sell processed milk, saying such products could contain substances harmful to consumers.

Web attacks jump 43.7%, putting government systems at risk

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) said government systems and ISPs were the main targets during the period, with attackers focusing on obtaining user login details, exploiting weak web browsers and gaining access to database servers holding sensitive information.

Medical association calls for works councils to end health workers’ strike

The association said the continued disruption of public health services was putting patients, especially vulnerable groups, at risk and could undermine progress made towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC).

‘Supersized’ El Niño could stretch into 2027, World Meteorological Organization warns

In an update issued on Thursday, the agency said El Niño is expected to reach very strong intensity before peaking towards the end of 2026, with its climate impacts likely to continue well into 2027.

Fake certificate holders face new test as Gov't unveils national database

The Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) has so far brought 22 per cent of universities onto the platform and plans to have the remaining institutions connected by the end of the year.

Gladdens Homes director charged over Sh28m housing scam

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said detectives from Starehe Sub-County uncovered a scheme allegedly run by Wambua between 2024 and 2026 and targeting members of the public seeking to buy homes.

Judge reveals how fake overseas jobs are putting Kenyans at risk

Speaking on Radio Generation on Thursday, Makau said some Kenyans return from overseas after discovering that the jobs they were promised were very different from the work they were forced to do.

Insurance premiums hit Sh467bn in 10-year high

The figure represented a 16.5 per cent increase from the Sh400.59 billion collected in 2024, according to the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) 2025 Annual Insurance Industry Statistics.