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2027 Election
IEBC warns politicians of disqualification over hate speech, violence
Speaking during the NCIC launch of the ‘Roadmap to a Peaceful General Election 2027’ campaign on Tuesday, Ethekon said the IEBC would work with other state agencies to enforce the code and protect the electoral process
Education and Career
Teacher hiring row deepens as unions challenge political influence
The controversy comes as TSC has advertised 20,000 permanent and pensionable positions for junior schools, putting the commission's recruitment process under close attention.
Coast
EACC probes two police officers over alleged Sh100,000 bribe demand in Mombasa
In a statement on Tuesday, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) said the officers allegedly demanded the larger amount in exchange for refraining from investigating the complainant and taking legal action against him.
News
Kenya set for dry week as Coast, western counties receive rainfall
The weather outlook for 25 to 31 August shows that parts of the Coast, eastern and western regions are likely to receive rain, while some central counties are expected to experience intermittent cool and cloudy conditions.
Sports
Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania move to ease travel ahead of AFCON 2027
The commitment was made during a high-level meeting of the PAMOJA Oversight Council and the Confederation of African Football (CAF), as the three countries reviewed their preparedness to host the continental tournament.
2027 Election
IEBC technology law stalls in Parliament as 2027 election nears
The Elections (Amendment) Bill, 2024 was approved by the Senate in December 2024 before being forwarded to the National Assembly. It was introduced in the House in February 2025 and referred to the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC), which has yet to present its findings to MPs.
Crime
Police arrest suspect linked to violent Garissa Township robberies
The suspect was wanted in connection with offences committed within Garissa Township and remains in police custody pending arraignment
Today In History
Paris liberated from German forces
The French capital had been under Nazi control since 1940, but the occupation began to crumble after the Allied D-Day landings in Normandy and the advance of Allied forces across France.
Corridors of Justice
High Court halts Sh6.4 million travel insurance rule for foreign visitors
Justice Francis Rayola Olel issued the interim orders after two Marsabit residents challenged a Gazette Notice by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale introducing the scheme.
Business
Mobile money used in half of 102 fraud cases reviewed by Government
The Interior Ministry said 51 out of 102 computer fraud cases examined between February and July 2026 involved mobile money as the payment method.
Exclusives
Why Maliba wants politicians to put Constitution before campaign promises
Speaking during an interview with Radio Generation on Tuesday, Maliba said the 2010 Constitution already provides a clear picture of the country Kenyans want to build, including the values leaders should uphold and the rights citizens should enjoy
2027 Election
United Alternative Government principals sign unity pact ahead of 2027
The agreements require the leaders to take part in a joint process to choose their presidential flagbearer and to stand behind the person selected, regardless of who eventually gets the nomination.
Global Affairs
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks and steel from 2027
In a statement on Monday, President Trump accused Canada of “ripping off” the United States for years, claiming its tariffs on American farmers and agricultural products had contributed to a $60bn trade deficit.
Politics
Ruto recounts final dinner, phone call with Raila before his death
The President in a pre-recorded interview said their last face-to-face meeting happened after Raila returned to Nairobi from Malindi, where he had gone after doctors advised him to seek a warmer climate.
Politics
Gachagua sets sights on Nyanza after 55-day Mt Kenya consultations
He also sought to ease concerns over historical political tensions between communities from Mt Kenya and Nyanza, particularly the Luo, saying there was no conflict between the two sides
Global Affairs
Iran vows to withstand Trump's new financial offensive as US widens sanctions
The response came after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a sweeping campaign aimed at cutting Iran's financial links with the rest of the world.
Education and Career
Government releases Sh18.5bn capitation as schools begin third term
The allocation is spread across three key programmes. Free Primary Education will receive Sh1.4 billion, while Sh6.14 billion has been set aside for Free Day Junior School Education and Sh10.96 billion for Free Day Secondary Education.
Africa
31 killed after rubbish landfill collapses onto homes in Guinea
The collapse happened at about 02:00 local time in the Dar-es-Salam area, where a major waste site gave way and sent tonnes of rubbish towards nearby homes.
Politics
Mtoto wa simba ni simba! Mama Ida backs son’s Kibra political bid
Raila Junior was present during the celebrations when his mother told Kibra leaders that they should help him understand the constituency and advise him as he takes his first steps into elective politics.
Exclusives
Onyonka defends Uhuru’s Raila backing, says 2022 vote broke old political pattern
The senator said the former president’s actions before the election showed an intention to create a political opening for a candidate outside the two communities(Kikuyu and Kalenjin) that had historically dominated Kenya’s presidency
Exclusives
Onyonka: I rejected a Sh200m offer to abandon opposition
Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Monday, Onyonka said the Sh200 million was presented as an initial deposit, with the total amount expected to rise to Sh500 million if he agreed to abandon his opposition stance
News
Firm rejects claims of hazardous waste incineration at Stoni Athi
The company made the clarification in a written response to questions raised by Nominated Kajiado Senator Peris Tobiko over the environmental and health impacts of its operations in the county during the Senate Lands Environment and Natural Resources site visit in Stoni Athi.
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Kenya's Vice Presidents Since Independence
From independence to today, they shaped Kenya’s political history
News
Gachagua urges opposition unity behind one candidate
Framing the next poll as a make-or-break moment for the country, Gachagua said a fragmented opposition would “hand Ruto victory by default” and betray Kenyans seeking change.
Nyanza
Nyanza clergy warn leaders against inflammatory politics
Speaking during a press briefing in Kisumu on Monday, the clergy called for peaceful political competition between the government and opposition, urging leaders to resolve disagreements through dialogue rather than confrontation.
Health and Wellness
150-bed Level IV hospital commissioned for Kenya Prisons at Ruiru
The government said the hospital would strengthen the correctional system's capacity to provide timely treatment while reducing the need to refer patients to external facilities
Counties
Kindiki lauds county funding and calls for El Niño preparedness
Speaking on Monday during the 30th Intergovernmental Budget and Economic Council (IBEC) Ordinary Session at the Official Residence in Nairobi, Kindiki said the timely payments would allow counties to continue funding services without facing disruptions caused by delayed funds.
News
NCIC to launch 2nd edition of roadmap for peaceful 2027 polls
NCIC says the initiative will chart a path towards unity, peace and peaceful political participation ahead of the 2027 General Election
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National Assembly: Kenya's Post-Independence Speakers
Kenya’s National Assembly has been led by several Speakers since independence, with the office changing hands across different political eras