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Governor Guyo confirms one missing Isiolo official found alive

Ali was reported missing after being taken from outside his home last Saturday at around 5 pm.

ICC Chief Karim Khan steps aside amid UN sexual misconduct probe

The move is unprecedented in the court’s history and leaves a leadership vacuum at a time when the ICC is under intense pressure.

Kalonzo’s Wiper party files for rebranding, prepares for 2027 race

The move follows approval from the party’s National Executive Committee meeting held last week.

Kenya secures Sh194bn for Eurobond

The new issuance not only secures funds to repurchase a portion of the 2027 bond but also extends Kenya’s repayment timeline to 2036, easing short-term financial pressure.

FKE: Thousands of jobs lost as high costs force firms to shut down

FKE Executive Director Jacqueline Mugo said the ongoing ban on Kenyan tea by Sudan has already led to losses estimated at 2.4 billion shillings.

Vatican unveils official portrait of Pope Leo XIV

The portrait, unveiled during a special press event at the Apostolic Palace, comes just eight days after his election.

KWS backs revenue sharing to boost wildlife conservation efforts

This move comes as Kenya's tourism sector celebrated a successful year in 2024, with revenues totaling Sh460 billion, largely driven by wildlife-related activities.

Kenya Forest Service clarifies Ngong Forest project

KFS explained that the project was approved following a thorough Environmental Impact Assessment, and it aligns with the Ngong Road Forest Management Plan.

Development, not insults, will win elections – President Ruto

He said Kenyans will choose leaders based on the work they have done and not on the level of criticism they direct at others.

State unveils 15-member team to roll out KEMIS, curb ghost learners

A full transition to the new platform is scheduled for September.

Court extends freeze on JSC cases against CJ Koome, top judges

The petitions seek the ouster of Chief Justice Martha Koome along with six Supreme Court judges.

MP Salasya claims armed ambush by suspected DCI officers

According to the MP, his convoy came under fire from armed men who, he claims, introduced themselves as officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.

UDA disciplinary hearing stalls as Senator Orwoba presents court injunction

Orwoba, who was expected to appear before the party’s disciplinary committee at the Hustler Centre, arrived instead with her legal team to serve the order from the High Court.

Kenya to receive BCG, polio vaccines by mid-June after funding delay

CS Duale said the vaccine shortage was caused by a delay in releasing Sh930 million in co-financing funds to Gavi, the global vaccine alliance.

Governor Guyo calls for justice after disappearance of county officials

According to a statement released by the Governor, Abdullahi Bosso was taken by security personnel along the Kinna-Kulamawe Road on Friday, May 9, at around 1 pm under unclear circumstances.

Senior University of Nairobi Council officials detained over abuse of office

Those taken into custody include the University Council Chairperson, Prof. Amukowa Anangwe.

78 foreigners arrested, 58 guns seized in Isiolo security sweep

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced the arrests on Thursday during the Jukwaa La Usalama tour in Isiolo.

Nakuru County boosts cancer treatment with advanced Radiotherapy machine

The technology will reduce the length of radiotherapy sessions by approximately half.

South Sudan medical system collapsing as clashes rage, says MSF

MSF teams have seen entire villages forced to flee, with hospitals, health centres, and community facilities deserted.

US plans 5 percent tax on remittances from non-citizens

The proposed legislation, titled One Great and Beautiful Tax Bill, was introduced in Congress on May 12, 2025.

Legal shift: Gachagua withdraws petitions filed before impeachment

Gachagua is now shifting focus to post-impeachment cases that challenge the legality of his ouster.

Gambia Government probes controversial sale of ex-President’s wealth

In a televised address, President Adama Barrow promised "full transparency" in the probe.

Mitumba trade sustains millions, brought in Sh16 billion in 2023

The trade provides income for over two million people, representing 10% of Kenya’s extended labor force.

Bodaboda rider suspect in Kasipul MP murder held for 20 days

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations said Barasa told them he was paid Sh50,000 for the assignment.

EU accuses TikTok of violating digital rules over ads

The European Commission "found that TikTok does not provide the necessary information about the content of the advertisements.

Former Mauritanian president jailed for 15 years

The ruling comes after both the state and Aziz’s defence team challenged a previous sentence handed down in 2023.

Senators summon CS Kagwe over controversial sugar mill leases

Garissa, Tana River residents told to evacuate as Masinga dam overflows

Energy PS Alex Wachira raised the alarm, saying the water level at Masinga Dam had reached 1,057.15 meters above sea level.

Rironi-Mau Summit road upgrade to begin in July, says Kindiki

The Deputy President said the project is one of the key infrastructure plans under President William Ruto’s administration.

Kenyan children with diabetes face uncertain future amid declining insulin donations

In Kenya, about 6,500 children and young people under the age of 20 live with Type 1 diabetes.