The most-read stories over the last four days.
This stability is a positive sign amid fluctuating rainfall patterns that have increasingly impacted hydroelectric power generation, creating pressure for energy planners to seek more diverse sources of electricity.
By Brenda SockyKombewa Magistrate’s Court heard that the man committed the offence in March 2025 in Seme Sub-County after allegedly luring the girl to his house as she returned from school at around 4 pm.
By Samuel OtienoKipchumba Murkomen explains why he believes roads, electricity and economic opportunities are central to addressing insecurity and tensions in West Pokot County.
By Chrispho OwuorThe by-election was triggered by the passing of former MP Mohamed Tubi Bidu, who died on November 12, 2025, while undergoing medical treatment in Nairobi.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn 2022, Ruto said, Kenyans “buried the politics of tribalism”, adding that political competition should be based on policies and development records rather than ethnicity.
By Bradley BosireIn a public notice, the Authority directed the 107 listed facilities to submit critical environmental compliance documents within seven days or risk closure and legal sanctions.
By Chrispho OwuorThis directive, published in the Kenya Gazette dated 5th June 2025, is stemmed in public health concerns and environmental safety obligations under the Constitution and the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act.
By Samuel OtienoHealth authorities have identified 128 contacts linked to the first case, of whom 113 had been traced as of October 13.
By Bradley BosireThe quake struck 15 kilometres north of the Poso district in the Central Sulawesi province, according to the US Geological Survey
By Samuel OtienoThe World Health Organization says symptoms include fever, headaches, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, and a rash lasting two to four weeks.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Netherlands international put pen to paper on a long-term contract with the Premier League Champions on Friday after successfully passing a medical.
By Dennis MasindePublic Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says arrests could begin within 30 working days as investigators examine alleged coordinated payroll payments involving employees and human resource officers.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe study focused solely on the rise in potentially hazardous hot days.
By Brenda SockyMurkomen said the facility would help authorities facilitate legitimate cross-border trade while preventing criminals and illegal goods from entering the country.
By Bradley BosireThe UK High Commissioner highlighted that AI systems needed to accommodate linguistic and cultural diversity, particularly in Kenya, where communities speak multiple languages
By Chrispho OwuorThe organisation said any emergency measures introduced in response to the case must be “lawful, necessary, proportionate, time-bound, and non-discriminatory”, citing lessons Kenya and other countries learned during the Covid-19 pandemic.
By David AbonyoA nominated MP has proposed amendments to Kenya’s security laws to strengthen safeguards for people arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences, including production before court within 24 hours and clearer requirements for arrest records, notice to families, and central police registers.
By David Bogonko Nyokang'iThe regional forum brought together elders, former heads of state, scholars, and civic leaders to exchange ideas on promoting peace and stability throughout the IGAD region.
By Brenda SockyIn a circular dated May 5, KNEC said the outdated non-modular courses will not be offered beyond that date.
By Maureen KinyanjuiWanga said ODM remained “firm and focused” despite what she described as a “tumultuous” period.
By David AbonyoJustice Rose Ougo on Thursday declined to strike out the case, allowing the commission to continue with its claim over money it alleges was unlawfully acquired through dealings linked to road construction tenders.
By Bradley BosireThe Politrack Research Team survey released on October 1, 2026, shows Ruto with 45.1 per cent of the respondents' preference, while Sifuna followed at 19.6 per cent. Kalonzo Musyoka was third with 10.3 per cent.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to a notice signed by NEB chairman Anthony Mwaura, voting will take place on Thursday, October 8, between 8am and 5pm.
By Bradley Bosire"I'm rejecting their deal," the president told reporters at the White House on Saturday.
By David AbonyoSpeaking during a Radio Generation interview on Thursday, Mutambu said while President Ruto’s development agenda was national, its impact could also be seen across the region. He said projects were underway in different constituencies, including road construction, modern markets, affordable housing, education initiatives and programmes targeting small-scale traders
By Chrispho OwuorGachagua also turned his criticism to Kenya’s diplomatic engagements, faulting recent visits by global leaders in Nairobi, including the UN Secretary-General and the President of France. He accused the government of staging such visits for political gain rather than focusing on pressing national issues.
By David AbonyoThe group included Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, Junet and Senator Eddy Oketch, who joined the president during his 10-day tour of the North Rift ahead of the October 20 Mashujaa Day celebrations.
By Bradley BosireDr Martins Chibueze, WHO Kenya’s Head of Health Emergencies, pointed to contact tracing and continued monitoring as key measures in identifying potential infections and limiting the risk of further transmission.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe arrest follows investigations into the alleged burglaries, with officers from Githioro Police Station conducting a search at the suspect’s residence after receiving intelligence linking him to the incidents
By Chrispho OwuorThe society said its safe and dignified burial teams, community engagement teams and community-based surveillance volunteers were supporting the national response under the leadership of the Ministry of Health.
By David AbonyoThe deaths have triggered a national outcry and renewed questions over the scale of violence against women in South Africa, which has one of the highest rates of gender-based violence in the world.
By Maureen KinyanjuiCalls to reform the Security Council have been discussed through intergovernmental negotiations at the General Assembly for several years. Key issues include equitable representation and proposals to expand the Council's membership.
By Chrispho OwuorAgainst that backdrop, Dr Magak argues that protecting interns' labour rights is not simply an employment issue but part of ensuring that healthcare workers are able to perform their responsibilities effectively
By Chrispho OwuorBabu and Caroli's remarks focused on the need for political leaders to address issues affecting citizens while allowing competing political voices to operate freely
By Chrispho OwuorThe West African nation, which was once under French colonial rule, has been fighting Islamist militants since 2012. The prolonged violence was among the reasons Goïta gave for taking power in a 2021 coup, although militant attacks have persisted under military rule.
By Maureen Kinyanjui