Business
Kenyan households receive Sh931.8 billion in diaspora remittances in one year
The survey places diaspora remittances among Kenya’s strongest foreign exchange earners, at times surpassing key traditional export sectors.ey
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Nairobi
KURA launches tender for Sh10.8 billion Nairobi Smart Traffic Project
The initiative will modernise traffic management through upgraded junctions, smart traffic signals, CCTV surveillance and enforcement systems, while also including bridge construction and long-term operational support aimed at improving mobility across Nairobi
Business
Treasury records Sh3.21 trillion in government receipts in nine months
Tax collections remained the backbone of State revenue, contributing Sh1.72 trillion, or about 54 percent of total inflows. This also reflected an increase of Sh138.2 billion from the previous year.
Business
KCB tightens grip on fraud as 60 employees lose jobs
The lender says the dismissals were triggered by direct involvement in fraud-related activities targeting the bank and its clients, an increase from 34 employees who were shown the door in 2024 for similar misconduct.
Education and Career
UoN students face housing crisis as UNSA President raises alarm over welfare challenges
Ahmed says overcrowding and inadequate infrastructure are worsening student welfare, while also criticising the university funding model and calling for stronger government involvement in housing and youth inclusion in decision-making processes
Politics
Gachagua’s political pause puts DCP campaign strength to test in Ol Kalou race
The Ol Kalou race is shaping up as one of the most closely watched mini polls, not only because of the contest between the two parties, but also because of its political weight in the Mt Kenya region, where Gachagua has repeatedly positioned himself as a key voice.
News
KNCHR terms All Saints Cathedral attack a threat to constitutional freedoms
In a statement issued on Monday, the Commission said the attack on a gathering convened to discuss the national budget violated the rights to freedom of worship, expression, association and peaceful assembly guaranteed under the Constitution.
News
NGEC warns millions of Kenyan children still lack safe water, sanitation and hygiene
In a statement marking the 2026 Day of the African Child on Tuesday, the Commission said children living in rural areas, informal settlements and Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) remain disproportionately affected by inadequate water and sanitation facilities.
Politics
Omtatah to reveal 2027 presidential decision after committee report in July
His remarks come as political competition begins to take shape in Busia County, where former governor Sospeter Ojamoong has already expressed interest in the Senate seat and secured backing from Governor Paul Otuoma, who is expected to defend his position on an ODM ticket.
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Three more arrested as DCI expands probe into All Saints Cathedral attack
The suspects identified as George Omondi Otieno, Effenburg Wanyama Khisa and Melvin Alumasa Bwani were arrested during coordinated operations across the city
Politics
Kasmuel dismisses Linda Mwananchi as separate political outfit amid ODM tensions
The movement is associated with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Siaya Governor James Orengo, Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino among other leaders
Rift Valley
Nine-vehicle crash on Nairobi–Nakuru Highway claims life of senior Nyandarua investigator
The impact forced the Land Cruiser into the opposite lane, where it collided with seven oncoming vehicles, triggering a cascading crash involving nine vehicles in total.