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Senators summon CS Kagwe over controversial sugar mill leases

Garissa, Tana River residents told to evacuate as Masinga dam overflows

Energy PS Alex Wachira raised the alarm, saying the water level at Masinga Dam had reached 1,057.15 meters above sea level.

Questions arise over President Ruto’s advisors earning Sh1 million in salaries

State House Comptroller Katoo Ole Metito justified the expenditure on advisors, emphasizing their role in assisting the President with key policy decisions.

Rironi-Mau Summit road upgrade to begin in July, says Kindiki

The Deputy President said the project is one of the key infrastructure plans under President William Ruto’s administration.

Sleeves and Shockwaves: Bride’s gomesi's sparks debate in Uganda

Her choice of a long-sleeved gomasi at her kwanjula has ignited debate across Uganda.

Endurance Grand stars in historic Ghanaian film

Endurance Grand Makes Acting Debut in Ghana’s Historic Venice Film Festival Entry.

Frank Gashumba meets daughter’s future in-laws

Sheilah Gashumba shared her joy as her father met her fiancé's family.

Reality TV star Argent gets suspended sentence for assault in Spain

The incident occurred on May 5 in Mijas, near Málaga, Spain, where the couple had been on holiday.

MPs reject new roads as North Kenya faces cuts

MPs criticized the ministry for sidelining Northern Kenya in the government-funded projects.

Moliy goes global, overtakes Post Malone

This rising star from Ghana is proving that African music is making waves on a global scale.

Red flags raised as Senators probe Sh1.6 billion Dandora treatment plant

The project received Sh1.3 billion during the 2022/2023 financial year.

MPs press lands ministry on asset gaps and compensation delays

The queries centered on asset valuation, compensation payments, documentation of land ownership, and progress in digitising ministry services.

Court orders appointment of duo to Media Complaints Commission

Justice Bahati Mwamuye delivered the ruling following a petition filed by Musau and Minayo, who had been shortlisted and interviewed for the roles.

Stop monkey games, release withheld certificates, Kindiki tells school heads

Speaking in Arimi, Molo Constituency, Kindiki said the school heads should stop playing games and effect the presidential directive.

Fresh border attack claims lives of Turkana fishermen

The attack, which happened in the early hours of Thursday morning, has left the Turkana community in mourning and reignited calls for stronger border security.

Cannes dress code sparks red carpet controversy

For many, Cannes is not just a celebration of cinema but a runway of unapologetic elegance and daring creativity.

Governor Wanga affirms ODM’s support for inclusive government

Wanga emphasized that ODM remains part of the broad-based government coalition, even though there are differing views within the party leadership.

Sugar mill leasing sparks uproar in Senate

While the State says the plan is meant to revive the struggling firms, senators argue that the process lacked transparency.

Land disputes and drug abuse linked to rising GBV cases in Kirinyaga

This came to light during a public participation forum hosted by the Presidential Task Force on GBV at the Kirinyaga Central CDF Hall in Kerugoya.

PwC audit uncovers Sh192 million loans held by fired KUSSCO officials

The loans were among red flags raised in an audit conducted by PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Irrigation projects stall over budget slash

CS for water has called the committee to reinstate Sh2.8 billion that was removed from the 2025/26 budget for irrigation projects.

Kafala system fuels abuse of Kenyans in Saudi Arabia- Report

The Kafala system, which links a migrant worker's legal status to their employer, gives sponsors almost complete control over workers' mobility.

Moi University begins downsizing staff, cites financial challenges

The institution attributes the surplus workforce to the return of personnel following the granting of charters to several of its former satellite campuses.

SHA warns employers: Pay health contributions or face jail, penalties

Under the law, all employers including the national and county governments are required to register with the Social Health Authority.

Court drops plea as two face fresh murder charges over Wajir teen’s death

The court’s decision came after a mental health report revealed that one of the accused, Mussa Sheikh Ahmed, was unfit to stand trial.

IDPs still await Sh6.5bn compensation 8 years later

Its been eight years after the High Court allocated Sh6.5 billion for their settlement.

MP Kaluma slams LGBTQ agenda, calls for protection of African culture

The MP called on African leaders to stand firm in defending traditional family values.

Gunshots fired as chaos erupt at Gachagua’s party launch in Nairobi

The chaos erupted on Thursday morning shortly after Gachagua and top officials of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) had left the venue.

Gachagua unveils new party with Malala, Waruguru, and Kamanda in leadership team

The party will be led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala serving as the interim Deputy Party Leader.

U.S. Senate questions Kenya’s loyalty following President Ruto’s China visit

On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Jim Risch, the ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, urged caution in dealing with African countries such as Kenya.