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Court stops developer from evicting South C college from disputed land

Counties to take over Sh150 billion worth of functions by mid-2026

This milestone development stems from a consensus between the national government and the Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee, as guided by the Fourth Schedule of the Constitution.

Lawyers accuse State of contempt in IEBC appointments row

Kenya’s trade deficit drops to four-year low on reduced fuel imports

City Hall goes after big shots in unpaid land rates crackdown

The county government last Friday announced that land rates defaulters will be denied key services like water supply, garbage collection, parking, and licensing support.

Treasury cuts salaries budget for top officials by Sh600 million

KEMRI faces shutdown after budget snub

Motion seeks to rename Juja Road after veteran broadcaster, Mbotela

The proposal seeks to permanently honour the late veteran broadcaster, who was a prominent figure in Kenyan media for decades.

Kenya’s HIV, TB and malaria fight at risk after budget slash and donor freeze

The sharp reduction in budget allocation—from Sh28.7 billion in the current financial year to Sh17.3 billion for the year starting July—comes as the country continues to face one of the highest disease burdens in sub-Saharan Africa.

Ex-UN employee jailed 30 years for killing wife in Nakuru hotel

Nicholas Cheruiyot Koskei was found guilty of the premeditated murder of Rhoda Mumbi Mutua, whom he strangled on the night of July 8 that year.

Fifteen Kenyans deported from US arrive safely in Nairobi

Authorities said the deportees were removed for violating US immigration rules.

Vatican honours young Congolese martyr killed for rejecting corruption

Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi, who worked in quality control in Goma, was abducted and killed after he rejected a bribe meant to allow spoiled rice to be transported from Rwanda into the Democratic Republic of Congo.

CoG warns of walkout as treasury ignores Sh536 billion demand

Isiolo, Marsabit courts among 42 to be digitised in Sh250m tech upgrade

Rwandan genocide suspect arrested in US after years in hiding

Two nabbed in Bungoma over elephant tusks possession

The National Police Service (NPS) confirmed that the arrest followed an intelligence-led operation conducted the previous day, Saturday, June 14.

We can’t entrust gov't to leaders without a clear plan- President Ruto

Speaking during the event, Ruto dismissed the opposition’s push to unseat him, saying it is driven more by slogans than substance.

Kenya Police win 2024/25 Kenya Premier League

They will be awarded the KPL title next week following their clash with Gor.

Judiciary marks anniversary of slain Magistrate Kivuti, vows reforms

The late Kivuti, who held the position of Principal Magistrate, lost her life while conducting court proceedings, an incident that shocked the nation and exposed significant security vulnerabilities within judicial institutions.

Pope Leo urges restraint and dialogue amid Israel-Iran tensions

Speaking from St. Peter’s Basilica, the pontiff expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict, marking one of his most forceful calls for peace since ascending to the papacy five weeks ago.

Woman nabbed at JKIA with over 600 grams of cocaine

The suspect was intercepted on the morning of June 13, just before boarding an outbound flight.

Gov't to build first nuclear power plant in Siaya County

The project aims to boost electricity access and support economic growth across the country.

ODM–UDA alliance over following Albert Ojwang’s killing, Senator Sifuna declares

Sifuna announced that the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two parties had collapsed in light of the death of Albert Ojwang.

Toddler among seven dead in India helicopter crash

The tragedy follows another devastating incident just days earlier, where at least 279 people perished after a passenger aircraft crashed into a residential neighborhood in Ahmedabad, a city in western India.

'Unsung heroes': President Ruto celebrates fathers in Father's Day tribute

The President reflected on the vital though often overlooked role that fathers play in guiding values, offering stability, and steering families through the challenges of life.

Demand justice for Ojwang, but reject violence and vandalism- Sakaja

Speaking at Sambut Primary School in Kamagut Ward during an event focused on youth and women empowerment, Sakaja addressed the killing of media associate Ojwang.

Minnesota shooting: New information surfaces about the suspected gunman

The incident left State Representative Melissa Hortman, 55, and her husband dead after they were attacked in their Brooklyn Park residence.

Italy names 'no nonsense' Gatusso new head coach

Buffon announced Saturday that Gatusso would take over just a few days after Claudio Ranieri refused to take the job.

Iran missile strikes leave several dead, multiple injured in Israel

The casualties include two women, one in her 60s and another in her 80s as well as a young girl and a boy estimated to be around 10 years old.

Mbagathi Hospital CCTV footage reveals police delay in assisting Albert Ojwang

Instead of acting swiftly as expected in a critical medical emergency, the police officers delayed for over 24 minutes before moving Ojwang from their vehicle into Mbagathi Hospital.