Mandera Deputy Governor Ali Maalim Mohamud says devolution ended legal marginalisation of northern Kenya but warns persistent under-investment and cultural bias are denying the region and country major economic opportunities.
By Chrispho OwuorThe South African Weather Service has raised its highest alert for ongoing downpours, while Mozambique is also preparing for flooding that threatens homes and roads.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to KDA, what should have been a routine dental procedure “turned into a life-threatening medical emergency, ultimately claiming a life,” as a result of substandard care, delays in following referral procedures, and treatment outside professional and regulatory standards.
By David AbonyoFrom January to September 2025, spending on medicinal and pharmaceutical products totaled Sh62.1 billion, down from Sh79.6 billion over the same period in 2024, a reduction of Sh17.5 billion, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe attack occurred on Thursday evening at around 5:30 pm in Wamba Sub-County, disrupting the usual Thursday market activities. Armed bandits ambushed a lorry transporting livestock from Lolkuniyiani Market, located between Sapashe and Lerata, as it made its way to Isiolo.
By Maureen KinyanjuiA French contingent has landed in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, as part of a broader movement of European troops that includes Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, the Netherlands, and the UK.
By Maureen KinyanjuiOn Thursday, Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni emphasised that anyone planning intense physical activity must be physically fit and medically cleared. She said that combining fasting with demanding challenges without proper health checks can have dangerous outcomes.
By Maureen KinyanjuiPresident Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia was deliberately using the severe cold as part of its war approach, accusing Moscow of taking advantage of winter to deepen suffering. Overnight temperatures in Kyiv have recently dropped to around -20C, making the loss of heating, power and water even more dangerous for households.
By Maureen KinyanjuiFigures from the Ministry of Education show that only around 400,000 of the 1.1 million students placed have reported so far, leaving more than 700,000 yet to start. National schools are recording strong attendance, while extra-county and sub-county institutions lag behind.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe visit comes after US forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro in early January, a move that reshaped the country’s political landscape. Although Machado’s opposition group claimed victory in the contested 2024 elections, Trump has not endorsed her as Venezuela’s new leader.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has been instructed to hand over all relevant election items, including ballot boxes, Kenya Integrated Electoral Management System kits, and ballot papers. These materials will be stored in a secured court facility, accessible only when all parties involved are present.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the notice, the affected road sections include lanes bound for the Central Business District (CBD), Upper Hill, Mombasa, and Nakuru.
By Bradley BosireNacada said the action was taken to protect clients after inspectors identified serious violations that posed direct health and safety risks.
By Bradley BosireAgriculture and Livestock Development CS, Mutahi Kagwe said the move was informed by the heavy toll of previous droughts, which he noted had killed more than 2.5 million livestock and caused economic losses exceeding Sh50 billion, particularly in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) counties.
By Bradley BosirexAI, the company behind Grok, previously warned that any user attempting to produce illegal content would face the same penalties as uploading prohibited material directly. Despite this, concerns persist over the platform’s potential to facilitate abuse.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe tournament will run from March 17 to April 3, 2026, and will also serve as part of the qualification pathway to the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
By Samuel OtienoIran’s sudden airspace closure is forcing airlines to reroute flights and disrupting routes to Europe, as Australia updates travel warnings and urges citizens to reassess Middle East travel.
By Chrispho OwuorIn a statement issued on Thursday, the ministry said the agreement follows sustained engagements with China after Beijing announced duty-free and quota-free (DFQF) market access for African goods, a framework that largely benefits Least Developed Countries (LDCs) while disadvantaging developing economies such as Kenya.
By David AbonyoBina will face her brother, Tubi Mohammed who is the ruling, United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate in the by-election.
By Bradley BosireThe operation out carried on Thursday forms part of the ongoing efforts by the National Police Service to combat the trafficking and distribution of narcotic drugs within Kenyan communities.
By Chrispho OwuorAUSSOM said the operation was conducted jointly by the Somali National Army (SNA), AUSSOM troops, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and international partners, with support from air assets.
By David AbonyoTreasury records indicate that Huduma Kenya Service (HKS) platforms served 14,121,167 customers during 2024/2025. The period also saw seven new Huduma Centres, funded through the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NGCDF), become operational, expanding physical access to government services.
By Maureen KinyanjuiUganda’s Electoral Commission has ordered polling stations with failed biometric kits to use the National Voters Register and extend hours, aiming to prevent voter disenfranchisement and keep the election on track.
By Chrispho OwuorMandera Deputy Governor Muhamud Ali said the former deputy president’s remarks on failure to develop counties in Northern Kenya ignored Kenya’s development history.
By Chrispho OwuorMembers of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) argue that promises made in earlier return-to-work agreements remain unfulfilled, with many health workers yet to receive their salaries or insurance cover for the start of the year.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking at Machakos Stadium in Machakos County, the President said each beneficiary will receive Sh25,000 in the first phase to start or expand a business, with Sh22,000 deposited directly into their Pochi la Biashara mobile money account.
By David AbonyoPhase two will focus on rebuilding the territory and ensuring full demilitarisation, including the disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups. Witkoff emphasized the seriousness of compliance.
By Maureen KinyanjuiData from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) indicates that 145,714 motorcycles were registered between January and November 2025, more than double the 68,804 units registered during the entire 2024.
By Maureen KinyanjuiIn a statement shared on X, Wine said the government’s shutdown of internet services during the elections “prevents citizens and observers from seeing what is happening across the country.” He added that these actions have obstructed transparency and accountability in the voting process.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpacecoin, owned by Space Telecommunications Inc. (STI), said it has received regulatory approval to launch its services in both Kenya and Nigeria.
By Maureen Kinyanjui