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Moses Kuria faults deportation rhetoric, warns of investor fallout

Kuria questioned the appropriateness of senior government officials making such declarations outside the bounds of immigration authority

Senate Labour Committee summons three CSs, Kenya Railways MD over delayed pensions

The move comes amid growing concern over delayed pension payments for retired Kenya Railways workers and former Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) staff

Orengo still in office, ODM says as fake resignation letter emerges

The false claims come at a politically delicate time for Orengo, who recently met President William Ruto at State House on June 5, 2025.

Former Baringo MP Sammy Mwaita charged over Sh150 million land fraud

Appearing before Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Ben Mark Ekhubi, Mwaita pleaded not guilty to all five counts

Kenya joins global education benchmarking programme for the first time

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) on Monday, August 4, confirmed the country's inclusion in the Programme for International Student Assessment

KEBS declared technically insolvent as audit exposes mounting debt

According to the Auditor General’s report for the financial year ending June 2024, KEBS is operating under severe financial strain

Audit exposes lavish spending and governance breaches at KICC

According to the Auditor General’s report for the financial year ending June 30, 2024, KICC’s board of directors spent over Sh30 million on meetings held in luxury hotels

Two arrested over secret Ukunda drug den

According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the arrest follows days of discreet surveillance from officers from various units

Senator Olekina revives push to scrap Governors' term limits

Olekina questioned the necessity of limiting governors to a maximum of ten years in office

TVET PS hails Harambee Stars’ CHAN win, links it to youth discipline

According to the PS, the win is not just a sporting triumph but also a demonstration of the life skills and character traits

Row erupts over site for first KMTC campus in Kirinyaga

KUPPET sounds alarm over education funding, teacher shortage

KUPPET Secretary-General Akello Misori said schools are increasingly strained by inadequate funding

Former lands commissioner Sammy Mwaita arrested over Nairobi land fraud

The arrest marks a major escalation in an ongoing probe into suspected irregular land allocations that reportedly occurred during Mwaita’s tenure in public office.

Senator Sifuna vows to quit ODM if party backs Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid

Sifuna asserted that political allegiance must not come at the cost of personal principles

Activist Mwabili finally files police report after alleged abduction

Mwabili was accompanied by representatives from Muslims for Human Rights (MUHURI), Haki Africa, and VOCAL Africa as he gave his account to police.

Petition seeks to nullify appointment of KEMSA CEO over alleged constitutional breach

The petition challenges the legality of Waqo’s appointment by the KEMSA Board, citing a series of procedural irregularities.

DP Kindiki unites Baringo rivals Kamket and Makilap in rare public handshake

Kindiki described the sight of the two leaders seated in the same sanctuary as nothing short of divine intervention

City Hall to arrest landlords, tenants over illegal dumping in Pipeline

Chief Officer for Environment Geoffrey Mosiria maintained that legal action is the only viable method to enforce sanitation regulations

DP Kindiki hails restoration of security in Baringo, promises accelerated development

Kindiki called on local leaders from the North Rift to support and reinforce the government’s sustained peacebuilding agenda

MP Ichung’wah blasts Maraga over criticism of grassroots empowerment drives

Ichung’wah defended the small-scale financial support programs being rolled out across the country, many of which offer modest sums to local groups and individuals.

DAP-K leadership crisis deepens as internal wrangles threaten party stability

The party's members are split between those pushing for a more liberal and inclusive approach and those holding on to a conservative outlook.

DP Kindiki rallies support in Baringo, warns opposition ahead of 2027 polls

The Deputy President took aim at the opposition, accusing them of lacking a clear vision for the country

Kilifi County praised for healthcare gains amid funding, staffing challenges

The Senate Committee on Health noted visible improvements under Governor Gedion Mung’aro’s leadership, including the recruitment of over 209 health workers.

Climate crisis fuels suicidal thoughts among rural Kenyan women- Study

The study uncovered a 28.7 percent rise in suicidal ideation among women in informal rural settlements during periods of reduced rainfall.

Renewed momentum in extractives sector as firms apply for mining licences

Among the major applicants is Shanta Gold Kenya Ltd, seeking to mine gold over a 15.38 km² area in Siaya and Vihiga counties.

Kenya strengthens strategic ties with China in renewed push to revamp SGR

In a statement released by PS Sing’Oei, the discussions focused on positioning the SGR as a key pillar in Kenya’s economic transformation and regional integration.

KAA warns of airport access disruptions ahead of CHAN tournament

The authority said Nairobi will experience partial and full road closures as part of security and logistical preparations for the continental tournament.

Police units roll out enhanced field training for officers nationwide

This fresh momentum was highlighted during a high-level tour of a newly identified training site in Igembe North, Meru County.

Kenya Kwanza leaders defend nationwide empowerment drives

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula led the delegation and accused critics of the initiative of undermining efforts to uplift vulnerable groups.

SRC opposes Judges’ Bill that bypasses public pay guidelines

The commission also warns that the Bill contains a supremacy clause declaring that, in case of any conflict with other laws, its provisions shall take precedence.