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Only 20 percent of Kenyans confident in 2027 polls – TIFA

The poll, carried out between May 11 and May 15 across nine regions, involved 1,530 respondents and has a margin of error of plus or minus 2.5%.

US AFRICOM Commander hails KDF for leading role in regional peace

General Langley commended Kenya’s active role in the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), which succeeded the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM).

U.S. halts new student visa appointments, dealing blow to Kenyan applicants

The suspension is part of an effort to implement broader "social media screening and vetting" measures for all student visa applicants, as outlined in a diplomatic communication.

TIFA survey reveals low support for Ruto-Odinga political deal

The survey, carried out between May 2 and May 6, 2025, shows that 54% of Kenyans oppose the broad-based government, while only 22% support it.

Atheists urge President Ruto to end national prayer breakfast

In a statement issued on May 28, the society's president, Harrison Mumia, dismissed the event as a lavish and unnecessary affair, arguing that it places an undue burden on taxpayers.

KEWOTA pushes for mental health centre as over 300 teachers suffer in silence

KEWOTA has launched a campaign to raise 400 million shillings to build a national mental health and medical centre dedicated to the needs of teachers.

Revenue sharing debate heats up in Senate over population and landmass

DP Kindiki urges mutual respect between youth and elders

Kindiki said young people should allow themselves to be mentored by those who have walked before them.

Man arrested in Githurai over girlfriend's murder

According to reports, the suspect is said to have rushed the woman to a nearby hospital, where she was pronounced dead while receiving treatment after the incident on Tuesday, May 27.

“Take refuge in the Bible,” Wetang'ula tells Ruto during prayer breakfast

Speaking on Wednesday at the annual National Prayer Breakfast held at Safari Park Hotel, Wetang'ula referred the President to the Book of Isaiah 54:17.

World Bank pushes for housing and health levy relief for low-income workers

In its 2025 Public Finance Review report, the World Bank says the levies have worsened the burden on workers and employers and are unpopular with the public.

TSC Promotes over 25,000 teachers after waiving three-year rule

CAF wants county assemblies freed from executive control in key Bill reforms

17 bodies found in abandoned house in Mexico’s most violent state

According to a statement released by the state prosecutor's office late Monday, the bodies were found last week with the help of cadaver dogs and ground-penetrating radar. Investigators were acting on reports of missing persons in the area.

Ally of Juja MP Koimburi arrested as police probe alleged abduction

Police Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga confirmed the arrest on Tuesday night, stating that Muhia is the owner of the vehicle that allegedly blocked the MP, leading to his reported abduction.

Sh5.9 billion reallocated to rescue national exams after public outcry

The total amount required for the 2025 national exams is Sh12.58 billion, but the wider education budget presented for 2025/26 faces a staggering Sh62 billion shortfall.

Eilish, SZA and Gracie Abrams among top winners at AMAs

CoG wants direct role in World Bank projects, says Kahiga

The Nyeri Governor said the Council of Governors should be well-resourced and directly involved in the implementation of such projects to strengthen devolution and improve service delivery.

Governor Mutuma wants Kenyans allowed to milk elephants, giraffes

Mutuma said locals have suffered for years due to recurring conflict with animals from nearby national parks and should be allowed to gain something from living near wildlife.

Petitioner wants next polls held in August 2026

Bryson Mangla, a resident of Kajiado West sub-county, warns that failure to conduct the election on that date could result in violations of key constitutional provisions, including Articles 101(1), 136(2a), 177(1a), and 180(1).

Harry and Meghan build separate teams in royal-style shakeup

The couple has adopted a hierarchical staffing system, similar to that used by the royal family, marking a clear shift from their earlier reliance on informal advisers.

WhatsApp Rolls out media hub for web users

The update brings WhatsApp Web closer to the mobile experience, where a similar feature has been available for some time.

CJ Koome nominates members to civil society disputes tribunal

Eunice Adoyo has been proposed as Chairperson, with Cristabel Mideva, Elizabeth Mbithi, Leonard Kinyulusi and Mohamed Sheikh Nur nominated as members.

Wanyama returns as McCarthy unveils provisional Harambee Stars squad

Head coach Benni McCarthy included Wanyama in the squad released on Monday, marking the midfielder’s first call-up since announcing his retirement from international football in 2021.

Opposition accuses Ruto gov't of state repression and rights abuses

In a detailed statement, the coalition pointed to a pattern of human rights violations, including abductions, torture, extrajudicial killings, and disruption of peaceful political assemblies.

Gachagua has lost it – MPs halt house, demand arrest over 2007 remarks

Minority Leader Junet Mohamed led the charge, urging security agencies to act without delay.

Rickey Bolden to headline 22nd National Prayer Breakfast in Nairobi

The high-level event, organised by Kenya’s bicameral Parliament through the National Assembly and Senate, brings together the country’s top leadership, legislators, religious leaders, diplomats, and invited guests.

TSC CEO search halted after court challenge on constitutionality

Wetang’ula orders urgent probe into MP Koimburi’s disappearance

The Speaker added that detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations had been denied access to the MP at the request of his family.

Five questioned in Koimburi probe as police doubt abduction

Officers on Tuesday said they are planning to question the MP himself “at the earliest opportunity,” but efforts to reach him have been blocked by his family.