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Murdered priest was trailed by persons demanding money, says DCI

Detectives are investigating reports that Fr. Maina had claimed his life was in danger.

By-election campaigns intensify in Nyanza as candidates gear up

A group of ODM leaders, including Governor Gladys Wanga and Homa Bay Town MP Opondo Kaluma, have publicly endorsed Boyd Were.

Homa Bay gears up to host Madaraka Day celebrations

The Raila Odinga Stadium — designated as the official venue for the national event — has been expanded into a 12,000-seat arena.

Nigeria's Timaya opens up on legacy and Afrobeats origins

Timaya Reflects on His Legacy, Hustle, and the Early Days of Afrobeats on ‘Afrobeats Intelligence’.

Sky Kanyari wows guests with dance on Dubai cruise

Sky was seen confidently entertaining guests with graceful and rhythmic dance moves to the soulful tunes of a live saxophonist.

Silk and Swagger: The story of Congo’s dandies

Sapeurs, as the practitioners are known, often invest more in their clothing than in their homes.

Timekeepers of the Earth: A Mayan Story

Just as their ancestors charted long ago, the Maya watch, not as relics, but as timekeepers still.

Tribe: The Akha Way of life

Despite modern influences, many Akha still maintain their traditional culture and language.

Former Nyali MP blasts Mombasa leaders over flood crisis

Awiti expressed disappointment over what he termed as the silence and inaction of local leaders.

Report: Disabled kids vulnerable to online exploitation

Children with intellectual disabilities in Kenya are increasingly falling victim to online sexual exploitation and abuse.

Patient dies by suicide in Homa Bay hospital restroom

Police reported that the man used his belt to take his own life.

Angola's Mwila Tribe: A living heritage

Their commitment to cultural identity remains strong even in the modern world.

26 suspects linked to North Horr clashes

The clashes, rooted in long-standing tensions between the Gabra and Wayu ethnic groups.

UN calls for focused action to tackle road accidents

Kenya is among the countries facing a rise in road crash incidents.

Governor Natembeya freed on Sh500,000 bail, barred from county office

A Nairobi Anti-Corruption Court on Tuesday evening imposed tough conditions, including barring him from accessing his county office for 60 days.

Kenya’s diplomatic reach threatened by Sh16 billion cut, says PS Sing'Oei

PS Sing'Oei explained that the ministry received Sh900 million for opening new missions in locations such as Jeddah, Asmara, Abidjan, Bogotá, Congo Brazzaville and Hungary.

Activists give Suluhu 24-hour ultimatum to release Boniface Mwangi

Mwangi was arrested on Monday in Tanzania, where he had travelled to attend the treason trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu.

From land recovery to homeownership: Mukuru unveils 13,248 affordable units

The Mukuru project is part of a larger government initiative aimed at delivering over 200,000 homes annually to meet Kenya’s housing demand.

Four injured in explosion at Kericho Chang'aa brewing site

According to police reports, the blast occurred in Ngirimori village, located in Kunyak Ward, Kipkelion West Constituency.

More wet days ahead, warns weatherman

The department said several regions should brace for continued rainfall, especially areas in the Central Highlands, Lake Victoria Basin, the Rift Valley, the Coast, Western and North-western Kenya.

I'll work with courageous leaders to transform Kenya – Ruto

Speaking during the handover of the Mukuru Affordable Housing Project on Tuesday, President Ruto said he will lead the transformation from the front.

City Hall takes over Kencom parking over Sh41 million debt

The facility, widely used by city motorists, reportedly owes the county Sh41.1 million in land rates.

2.8 million people left UDA following DCP launch, claims Malala

Malala blamed the alleged departure on the government’s failure to deliver on its campaign promises to everyday Kenyans.

Six shortlisted for Kenya's top human rights job

State opposes bail as Governor Natembeya charged over conflict of interest

Natembeya on Tuesday morning appeared at the Milimani Chief Magistrate’s Court alongside Emmanuel Wafula Masungo, facing two counts of conflict of interest and one count of unlawful acquisition of public property.

KNEC to conduct KJSEA qualifying test from June 9 to 11

The test timetable is available on KNEC’s official website, and candidates scheduled to sit the assessment have already been notified.

Nairobi City litterers and spitters warned

Mosiria emphasized that anyone caught littering or spitting in public spaces will be arrested and prosecuted according to county regulations.

Aroko rearrested after court cancels bail in MP Were killing

He is now being held at Kileleshwa Police Station for seven days as police complete investigations into the killing.

Ex-Migori Governor Obado’s Sh505m corruption case moves toward out-of-court deal

Lawyers representing the accused told Chief Magistrate Charles Ondieki that they had formally written to DPP Renson Ingonga on April 25, 2025, requesting an out-of-court settlement.

Counties call on Ruto over Sh78 billion funding gap and health staff transfer

The key issues include the planned transfer of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff to counties without guaranteed funding and ongoing delays in county fund disbursements.