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State plans early exits ahead of parastatal mergers

The merger will lead to the dissolution of nine corporations.

Kenya faces surge in child displacement, trafficking

Kenya recorded a sharp increase in cases of child displacement and trafficking in 2024.

High Court rejects ICC referral in Kenya disappearance cases

Justice Mugambi said the evidence presented did not demonstrate that Kenya’s institutions had failed in their responsibilities.

President Ruto: ‘Hakuna dawa’ must end as KEMSA gets Sh10bn

The President said this funding removes any excuse for delays or gaps in the supply of essential drugs.

From Parties to polls: Nderitu among six nominated to IEBC

Her name was among six submitted to Parliament for vetting following a competitive recruitment process.

AG asks court to dismiss Sh4.6 trillion debt petition

The government has moved to have a petition challenging the country’s public debt dismissed.

Education Ministry overturns UoN Council's VC appointments

PS Inyangala clarified that no formal consultation took place between the University Council and the Ministry before the decision was made.

Voice, messaging power Safaricom to Sh80.78 billion revenue

The company’s voice revenue rose by 1.6%, with more customers spending time on calls and overall usage per user going up.

Pope Leo XIV sets tone for Papacy with focus on peace and tradition

Leo was chosen as the new pope on the second day of the conclave following the death of Pope Francis last month.

Safaricom’s revenue surges to Sh388.7 billion

The financial results come with an announcement of a Sh48.08 billion dividend payout to shareholders.

Google Maps rolls out screenshot scanning tool to save places instantly

Black spot crash claims 12 Lives in Njoro-Elburgon area

The deadly collision occurred at around 7 pm, leaving the community in shock and families devastated.

Court of Appeal to deliver ruling on DCJ’s role in judicial appointments

The judgment, expected today, centers on the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua but has broader implications.

Kenya, UAE sign defence and border control pacts to boost peace

The President added that the two countries are also working closely on matters of peace and defence.

Ndemo declines Nairobi University role, cites breach of procedure

Prof. Ndemo issued a public statement on the same day, rejecting the appointment.

Who Is Erastus Edung? Meet President Ruto’s nominee for IEBC chairperson

At 48 years old, Edung brushed off concerns about his age, stating that he has what it takes to lead the electoral body.

"Habemus Papam!": Pope Leo XIV elected to succeed late Pope Francis

The choice of Prevost was announced by French Cardinal Dominique Mamberti with the Latin words "Habemus Papam"

President Ruto picks Erastus Ethekon as new IEBC chair

The President also unveiled six other nominees to serve as commissioners at the IEBC.

Grief in Mandera as interclan violence claims six lives in Banissa

The attack near the Kenya-Ethiopia border has left six people dead and four others injured.

President Ruto grants charter to Kisumu’s Uzima University

This development pushes the total number of chartered universities in Kenya to 68.

Budget clash as Treasury slashes Parliament's Sh7 billion boost

Lawmakers had amended the 2025/26 Budget Policy Statement to raise Parliament’s allocation from Sh42.4 billion to Sh49.4 billion.

Sudan cuts diplomatic ties with UAE over alleged support for RSF

The decision was confirmed after a wave of drone attacks in Port Sudan that started on Sunday and lasted through Wednesday.

Kenya hosts over 820,000 refugees as regional conflicts escalate

This sharp increase, captured in the 2025 Economic Survey, highlights the growing pressure on Kenya's refugee support systems.

Inside PCS Mudavadi’s high-stakes talks with Secretary Rubio

Mudavadi, who landed in the U.S. on Tuesday is engaging in a series of high-level diplomatic discussions.

No sponsors: Price tag behind Papal Conclave

Voting began on Wednesday afternoon inside the Sistine Chapel, where 133 cardinals aged below 80 started casting their ballots.

Suspects in Kasipul MP Were’s murder to face court

This comes as police seek additional time to detain them for ongoing investigations into the killing.

Aroko denies murder involvement, blames Governor Wanga for political motives

The businessman also indicated that his arrest had a direct connection to the burial of the late MP.

Speaker Wetangu'la orders fresh vetting of MPs’ security teams

The Speaker made the announcement during the requiem mass of the late MP.

Conclave: Black smoke, no Pope yet

The cardinals in the chapel have no communication with the outside world until a new pope is elected.

109 police abuse cases in 2024 linked to Gen Z protests

The report released on Wednesday shows that most victims were youth.