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Woman arrested with cocaine hidden in private parts

Jane Njeri Muigai, 28, was apprehended at a checkpoint along the Moyale-Nairobi highway after officers stopped a Nairobi-bound bus for a routine inspection.

Ruto suspends BioVax Chair amid hospital transplants probe

In a statement issued on Friday, President Ruto said the move was prompted by ongoing inquiries into suspected unethical practices at Mediheal Hospital and Fertility Centre in Eldoret.

Kenya on alert over potential space debris re-entry this weekend

According to the agency, the object’s predicted flight trajectory places it over the Eastern African region, passing over Kenya from the northeast and heading southeast toward Tanzania.

Bungoma and Kwale County Commissioners' residences designated as State Lodges

State lodges are used to support the President’s movements and official duties outside Nairobi.

Weatherman warns of heavy rainfall over Easter period

This weather pattern is anticipated to persist from Friday, April 18, to Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

CJ Koome cracks down on brokers and imposters within court premises

Koome urged law enforcement agencies to apprehend individuals posing as court representatives and interfering with judicial proceedings.

Remembering Ogolla: A soldier’s quiet goodbye, one year later

On April 18, 2024, the nation lost a towering figure of strength, discipline, and leadership, a man whose legacy stretched across both military and personal spheres.

Matatu operators urge government to address issues with insurance firms

Machakos MP Caleb Mule tabled the petition in Parliament, highlighting serious grievances against three specific insurance firms.

Student numbers in Kenyan universities cross 600,000 mark

Despite this growth, CUE noted that most students are concentrated in public chartered universities. This has created an imbalance in student distribution across the sector.

Easter: Security and traffic operations intensified at the Coast

Regional Police Commander Ali Nuno has given assurance to both domestic and international tourists that heightened security will be maintained throughout the festivities.

NTSA to roll out new technology to monitor speed and curb road fatalities

NTSA Director General George Njau informed Parliament that, in addition to the fixed cameras, they have also been trialing mobile speed monitoring devices on various roads across the country since November 2024.

Duale suspends licensing of foreign doctors, orders audit of Mediheal transplants

The initial investigation was carried out by a 12-member team appointed by Dr. Maurice Wakwabubi, acting CEO of the Kenya Blood Transfusion and Transplant Services (KBTTS).

Fear and lawlessness: How 309 gangs are terrorising counties

The report reveals that criminal networks continue to expand in Mombasa, Kiambu, Busia, Nakuru, Garissa, Kisumu, Kilifi, Nairobi, Kwale, Bungoma, and Machakos.

CS Duale suspends kidney transplant services at Mediheal

Duale emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to protecting patient safety and restoring public trust in Kenya’s healthcare system.

Super Metro resumes operations after 3-day halt

Ruto returns conflict of Interest Bill to Parliament

Parliament also softened rules requiring regular wealth declarations, including details of spouses and close relatives.

Celebrated science journalist Ochieng' Ogodo dies

His commitment to advancing science journalism earned him admiration from peers around the world.

Village elders take centre stage in Kenya’s new governance plan

Officials say this collaborative method was chosen to ensure the final policy reflects the lived experiences and expectations of grassroots communities.

Garissa elders demand crackdown on drug peddlers amid rising insecurity

According to NAMLEF, drugs like bhang, cocaine, and miraa are readily available in the area, with some openly sold in the streets.

President Ruto condemns use of students for political drama

The President urged education stakeholders to continue supporting learners in various areas, saying the youth should be given room to grow and explore their talents without being used for political schemes.

President Ruto gazettes newly appointed Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries

Ruto launches KDF hospital accessible to civilians in Lanet

Through this plan, the government aims to open Level IV, V, and VI military facilities to select civilian patients on a fee-for-service model.

Mediheal Hospital responds to organ trafficking allegations

The report named Mediheal Hospital as a major center for transplant surgeries, claiming that recipients paid up to $200,000 (Ksh 25.9 million) for a single kidney transplant.

MPs approve Ruku and Wendot for cabinet positions

During his vetting, Geoffrey Ruku, who is set to replace former CS Justin Muturi, pledged to serve with integrity and fairness if confirmed.

NTSA reports 1,139 deaths in road crashes within three months

A total of 1,189 individuals lost their lives in various road crashes during the same period, NTSA data shows.

Three Kenyans among five killed in UAE apartment fire

The Sharjah Police reported that a criminal laboratory team has been deployed to determine what sparked the blaze.

Embu authorities impose curfew in Kamiu following discovery of two bodies

Chief Njagi said the deceased—believed to be young men, possibly students—had visible physical injuries.

Correct us in love, DP Kindiki tells clergy

In a promise to the clergy, Kindiki said the government would resolve lingering disputes concerning church land ownership.

Ruto confident of victory in 2027 despite opposition criticism

Governor Wamatangi claims EACC raid was politically driven

According to Wamatangi, the officers took a large number of documents from his home, including personal records such as birth and graduation certificates.