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Apparently, more Kenyans now have over KSh 500,000 sitting in their bank accounts

17 children, one more on the way, and she says she’s obsessed with being pregnant…

When Mosiria leaves the country, someone has to keep the footbridge campaign alive 😅😂

MPs seek three-year terms for services and facilities committee

In a letter to National Assembly Clerk Samuel Njoroge, the committee proposed adding the examination of reports and accounts of the PSC concerning services and facilities for MPs to its existing duties.

Embu man sentenced to 25 years for wife’s murder after plea bargain

According to the prosecution, the couple had experienced marital differences for about a week following a family dispute involving their daughter and her husband.

How Kenya plans to turn livestock into export powerhouse

The proposed farmer-owned commercial vehicles would aggregate livestock, improve access to larger markets and enable farmers to benefit from dividends or bonuses generated through commercial activities.

Ruto calls for stronger climate financing as Africa pushes for common COP31 position

The President insisted that Africa must remain active in global climate negotiations and demand implementation of commitments made by developed countries.

Kenya, Anthropic deepen responsible AI collaboration

The partnership will cover skills development, research, AI safety and evaluation, education, health and public-sector applications.

Dreamline bus crash on Mombasa highway leaves two dead, six injured

Samburu Sub-County Police Commander Lydia Mambo said preliminary investigations showed that the lorry had stalled on the highway without warning signs being placed behind it

Guterres: Africa’s exclusion from UN Security Council is unjust

The UN chief described Africa’s exclusion from the permanent membership of the Security Council as an injustice, arguing that the continent should have a greater role in decisions on matters affecting international peace and security.

State hands Bachuma Livestock Centre to Blue Mountain

In a statement on Wednesday, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said the centre would provide quarantine, inspection and certification services for animals destined for export, helping Kenya meet international animal-health and food-safety requirements.

Three arrested as police seize 187kg bhang worth Sh5.6m in Ruai

The recovered narcotics have been secured as exhibits as investigations into the suspected drug trafficking operation continue.

CBK approves transfer of Access Bank Kenya assets and liabilities to National Bank

In a statement on Wednesday, the regulator said the transaction follows its approval on August 17,2026 under Section 13 (4) of the Banking Act and approval by the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning on 21 September under Section 9 (1) of the same law.

DPP approves murder charges against Kimutai Maritim in Dr Victoria case

According to the Director of Public Prosecutions , Maritim was arrested on August 22 after he allegedly attempted to visit suspects detained at Pangani Police Station. He was reportedly intercepted while trying to deliver a loaf of bread and a packet of milk to the detainees.

Coast residents warned of rough seas, strong winds ahead of October rains

In a public notice issued on Wednesday, the authority urged the public to “avoid venturing into sea during periods of adverse weather and rough sea conditions”.

Samburet residents await titles as Government advances land subdivision

Lands Principal Secretary Generali Nixon Korir told MPs that processes for the Samburet land dispute in Kericho have moved forward, including subdivision and preparation for mapping, ahead of beneficiary listing and titling steps.

African trade unions demand greater worker role in AfCFTA implementation

The call was made in Nairobi on Wednesday by the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU-K) and the African Regional Organisation of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC-Africa), alongside trade union representatives from Ghana, Namibia, Rwanda, Chad, South Africa, Nigeria, Zambia and Sierra Leone.

Dr Victoria Mutiso murder: Suspects ordered to appear for plea on September 29

A prison officer appearing before Justice Muteti told the court that Rose and Angela had refused to participate in the proceedings through a virtual link.

IPOA raises alarm over rising attacks, killings of police officers

“Kenyans want an empowered police service that is safe and engages communities confidently, effectively, professionally, and efficiently,” the authority said.

Why Opposition parties will delay joint 2027 presidential pick - Mbae

The DCP Secretary for Planning and Economic Affairs said there was no reason for the parties to force an early agreement when coalition-building was still taking shape.

President Ruto set to address UN General Assembly

Ruto is scheduled to speak during the general debate of the 81st session of the annual assembly in the afternoon in New York, which will be Wednesday evening in Kenya.

E-money licence could require Sh250m under proposed law

The proposed requirement is contained in the National Payment System Bill, 2026, prepared by the National Treasury and the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) as the two institutions seek to replace the existing payments law with a broader framework for the sector.

Homa Bay voter numbers rise as MP Kaluma projects 4 million Luo votes

The ODM MP said the growing number of registered voters pointed to a potentially larger voting bloc by the time Kenyans go to the polls in 2027.

Kenyan man held by ICE after Tennessee truck crash

According to ICE, Maloba was in the United States unlawfully when he was arrested. The agency said he had entered the country legally in October 2018 but overstayed his authorised period of admission, which expired in April 2019.

Saudi National Day: A journey from 1932 to 2026

The day marks the proclamation that changed the name of the Kingdom of Hejaz and Nejd to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under King Abdulaziz ibn Saud, also known as Ibn Saud.

Sh118bn shortfall threatens progress of 176 stalled housing projects

The Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) says Sh228.3 billion is required in the new financial year to fund projects already under way, but the government has provided only Sh110 billion.

Deaf Kenyans still face service barriers despite legal protections, NGEC says

NGEC made the call on Wednesday, September 23, during the International Day of Sign Languages, which is marked every year to highlight the importance of sign languages in advancing the human rights of Deaf people.

Diaspora voters could cast ballots online by 2031, IEBC says

IEBC vice chairperson Fahima Abdallah said the commission is working with relevant institutions to tackle the legal and technological issues that must be resolved before online voting can become possible.

Court gives Kenya Ports Authority chief 14 days to answer tenure challenge

The petitioner claims there is no publicly disclosed Gazette Notice or other appointment document showing that Capt. Ruto was reappointed, had his contract renewed or had his tenure extended beyond the three-year period.