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Coast
Wetang’ula: Kwale must get fair share of its mineral wealth
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.
News
680 victims receive Sh896m compensation as 472 claims remain pending
Human rights, Reparations, Victim compensation, Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), Enforced disappearances, Sexual offences reparations, Data protection, Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), Kenya Gazette
News
‘Come to my home’: Gachagua responds to DCI claims over Mutiso murder
The former Deputy President said he was prepared to assist investigators with any information in his possession but maintained that detectives should come to him rather than require him to appear at their offices
Health and Wellness
Kenya clarifies mandatory travel health insurance requirement for foreign visitors
The clarification follows public concern and questions over the implementation of the new requirement and whether foreign travellers would be compelled to purchase insurance upon arrival.
Politics
Njuri Ncheke backs Ruto-Kindiki ticket ahead of 2027
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.
Nyanza
Students feared dead in Awasi-Ahero crash while heading to burial
The students had travelled from Mombasa as part of the group heading to Kisumu to bid farewell to Otieno
Sports
CAF confirms support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid FIFA governance row
CAF’s Executive Committee has confirmed support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino as the dispute over FIFA governance and World Cup proposals intensifies. The vote math—and divisions beyond Europe—could decide where support shifts.
News_RGK
Nairobi court sentences man to 115 years in prison over terrorism offences
The court also found that extremist propaganda videos recovered from Hassan's mobile phone supported the prosecution's case. In addition to the prison term, the court ordered that he undergo a deradicalisation programme while serving his sentence
Politics
Kalonzo: Focus on Aug 10, 2027 election only, dismisses other debates as distractions
Kalonzo argued that any discussions outside the election agenda were designed to shift public attention away from issues affecting ordinary citizens.
Exclusives
Planner calls for Vision 2060 to end Nairobi-centred development
Odongo explained that the process of preparing the next long-term development blueprint should begin with ordinary citizens through a bottom-up approach that captures their aspirations before a national conversation is held
Crime
DCI arrests three suspected drug traffickers in Homa Bay, Nairobi and Mombasa
In Homa Bay County, detectives from the DCI Anti-Narcotics Unit, working jointly with officers from Oyugis Police Station, arrested Carren Adhiambo Akoth, who had been on the run after detectives recovered 91.94 kilograms of cannabis worth approximately Sh2.76 million from her residence in Oyugis on June 14
News
MPs demand tighter accountability in management of NG-CDF funds
The committee urged NGCDF Fund Managers to keep proper financial records, submit all required documents during audits and work closely with oversight institutions to address queries and improve the management of constituency funds.
Sports
Kenya's golden start: Kibet leads charge on electrifying opening day in Oregon
Gold + Silver (Men's 5,000m) • Bronze (Women's 5,000m) • Two steeplechasers through to finals • 800m heartbreak via DQ • Kenya tops medals table heading into Day 2.
Politics
DCI claim Gachagua was in contact with key Mutiso murder suspect
Amin alleged that investigations had established communication between Gachagua and a key suspect
Exclusives
Why Ojijo says Government must listen and explain more
The political analyst argued that while the media has an important responsibility to facilitate public debate, governments must also improve the way they communicate with citizens, particularly during major policy reforms
Corridors of Justice
LSK warns lawyers after two advocates arrested in Sh49m fake gold cases
Kanjama warned that the cases risk undermining public confidence in the justice system and called on members of the Bar to strengthen self-regulation and uphold the ethical standards expected of the profession
Education and Career
KNEC faces record 3.6 million candidates in 2026 exams
The 2026 examination cycle comes as the education sector continues to implement reforms under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), while KCSE remains in place for secondary school candidates.
Corridors of Justice
How Dr Victoria Mutiso’s murder unfolded: DCI gives timeline of attack
Amin said gunshots were then heard from the rear of the vehicle, where Mutiso was seated. The driver subsequently saw a man armed with a pistol firing towards the back of the car. Mutiso was shot three times in the attack.
