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Ruto courts Italian investors to power Kenya's AI and innovation drive
At the centre of Ruto's pitch was the ambitious “AI 10 Billion Initiative.”
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 4 days ago
Ruto courts Italian investors to power Kenya's AI and innovation drive
'Get ready, get ready' - Linda Mwananchi announces three-day June protests
The dates were chosen to coincide with the anniversary of last year’s Gen Z-led protests.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 6 days ago
'Get ready, get ready' - Linda Mwananchi announces three-day June protests
Kindiki warns against politicising fuel prices
Kindiki emphasized that demonstrations would not resolve the fuel issue.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 9 days ago
Kindiki warns against politicising fuel prices
ODM demands respect from UDA amid tension in broad-based government
ODM warned that the party expects mutual respect within the broad-based partnership.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 9 days ago
ODM demands respect from UDA amid tension in broad-based government
LSK Council takes office vowing to defend rule of law
The Council called on judges facing serious corruption allegations to step aside voluntarily.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 10 days ago
LSK Council takes office vowing to defend rule of law
Ruto cuts VAT from 16 to 8 percent for three months
Ruto said the temporary VAT reduction is intended to provide immediate relief to consumers
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 10 days ago
Ruto cuts VAT from 16 to 8 percent for three months
Fuel prices drop after VAT cut to 8 percent
In Nairobi, the price of Super Petrol has decreased by Sh9.37 per litre.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 10 days ago
Fuel prices drop after VAT cut to 8 percent
IG orders recall of Ishiara OCS over Embu protest killings
Police IG Kanja said the decision was aimed at ensuring a fair, transparent, and impartial probe
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 10 days ago
IG orders recall of Ishiara OCS over Embu protest killings
KAA appoints Moses Wekesa as new Managing Director
The Board expresses confidence in Wekesa's ability to steer the authority’s strategic agenda
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 11 days ago
KAA appoints Moses Wekesa as new Managing Director
Motorists to bear the brunt as pump prices jump by Sh28 per litre
The latest hike is expected to exert further pressure on the cost of living.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 11 days ago
Motorists to bear the brunt as pump prices jump by Sh28 per litre
Body of missing RIAT College student found in Kisumu forest
The victim was lured into a drinking spree by two male colleagues from the same institution.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 12 days ago
Body of missing RIAT College student found in Kisumu forest
KNH nurses strike over pay delays and staff shortages
Staff shortages were also highlighted as a major issue.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 12 days ago
KNH nurses strike over pay delays and staff shortages
Police bust 'Tokyo Mafias' gang in South B crackdown
Police conducted the raid after receiving intelligence reports and tips from members of the public.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 13 days ago
Police bust 'Tokyo Mafias' gang in South B crackdown
German Ambassador graces opening of PUMA store in Nairobi
The launch celebrates PUMA’s growing connection with Kenya’s vibrant sporting and lifestyle scene.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 13 days ago
German Ambassador graces opening of PUMA store in Nairobi
Three arrested over attack on Senator Osotsi in Kisumu
The three suspects were arrested in Nyalenda and are in police custody.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 16 days ago
Three arrested over attack on Senator Osotsi in Kisumu
Governor Lusaka fires entire Bungoma cabinet
Lusaka says the reorganisation is aimed at streamlining governance and enhancing service delivery.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 16 days ago
Governor Lusaka fires entire Bungoma cabinet
Museveni to be sworn in for seventh presidential term on May 12
Museveni, 82, has been in power since January 1986.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 17 days ago
Museveni to be sworn in for seventh presidential term on May 12
Ousted: Humphrey Wattanga exits KRA
KRA positions the move as part of a leadership transition at the tax authority.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 17 days ago
Ousted: Humphrey Wattanga exits KRA
Ruto nominates new envoys in foreign service shake-up
Ruto has forwarded the nominations to the National Assembly for consideration and approval.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 17 days ago
Ruto nominates new envoys in foreign service shake-up
UK appoints Matt Baugh as High Commissioner to Kenya
Baugh, who previously served in neighbouring Somalia, is expected to assume office in April 2026.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 18 days ago
UK appoints Matt Baugh as High Commissioner to Kenya
Israel warns of increased inbound fire risk as Trump deadline nears
Pope Leo XIV comments came just hours ahead of Trump's 0000 GMT deadline.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 18 days ago
Israel warns of increased inbound fire risk as Trump deadline nears
Joseph Oketch appointed as EPRA's Acting Director-General
Oketch has been with EPRA for the past ten years and brings over 25 years of experience in the energy industry.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 20 days ago
Joseph Oketch appointed as EPRA's Acting Director-General
Government tightens oversight on Saccos to safeguard members' deposits
Among the key measures proposed is the auditing of trips undertaken by Sacco boards.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 24 days ago
Government tightens oversight on Saccos to safeguard members' deposits
Fire guts Total Fourways petrol station along Kiambu Road
The inferno has led to a major traffic snarl-up along the busy road.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 24 days ago
Fire guts Total Fourways petrol station along Kiambu Road
Wetang'ula questions authenticity of Kalonzo-linked Azimio letter
Wetang’ula further pointed out that the letter did not include a forwarding address for correspondence or clarification.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 25 days ago
Wetang'ula questions authenticity of Kalonzo-linked Azimio letter
Data Protection Commission launches probe into Ray-Ban Meta glasses
Kenya now joins other jurisdictions, including the United Kingdom, where regulators have initiated similar scrutiny. 
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 25 days ago
Data Protection Commission launches probe into Ray-Ban Meta glasses
Police step up security, traffic enforcement ahead of Easter holiday
The government has also deployed extra personnel to boost police presence and enhance patrols.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 25 days ago
Police step up security, traffic enforcement ahead of Easter holiday
Flood death toll rises to 110 as rains devastate 30 counties
Nairobi has recorded the highest number of fatalities at 37.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 26 days ago
Flood death toll rises to 110 as rains devastate 30 counties
NTSA vows highway crackdown after Nyeri - Nyahururu crash kills 15
The authority has dispatched a multi-agency team to reconstruct the crash and collect evidence.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 27 days ago
NTSA vows highway crackdown after Nyeri - Nyahururu crash kills 15
Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho is dead
He first won the Ol Kalou parliamentary seat in the March 2013 general election on a Jubilee Party ticket. 
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 27 days ago
Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho is dead
Why parts of Laikipia, Meru and Isiolo have been gazetted as dangerous
The order took effect at 6:00 p.m. on March 26, 2026, and will remain in force for 30 days.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 30 days ago
Why parts of Laikipia, Meru and Isiolo have been gazetted as dangerous
Why Wote Diocese Bishop Paul Kariuki has resigned
Bishop Kariuki, who has been battling health challenges in recent years, steps down after a relatively short tenure.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
Why Wote Diocese Bishop Paul Kariuki has resigned
13 Nairobi schools benefit from new ICT labs, sanitation upgrade
A recent report revealed that only 21 per cent of teachers in public junior schools are trained in STEM subjects
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
13 Nairobi schools benefit from new ICT labs, sanitation upgrade
Fuel crisis bites as countries adopt alternative cushioning steps
Will the crisis accelerate the global shift away from fossil fuels and explore?
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
Fuel crisis bites as countries adopt alternative cushioning steps
Sifuna urges State to produce Tuju
Sifuna says such actions risk undermining investor confidence and damaging Kenya’s reputation as a safe destination for business.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
Sifuna urges State to produce Tuju
15 Kenyans evacuated from Iran arrive home safely
The group transited through Türkiye before boarding their flight back to Kenya.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
15 Kenyans evacuated from Iran arrive home safely
Former CS Raphael Tuju reported missing
Tuju has not been seen since Saturday afternoon, and his phone has remained switched off since then.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
Former CS Raphael Tuju reported missing
Government declares Friday a public holiday to mark Idd-ul-Fitr
Government declares Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday to mark Idd-ul-Fitr.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
Government declares Friday a public holiday to mark Idd-ul-Fitr
MPs push KenGen to upgrade its power generation technology
The Energy committee also confirmed that KenGen had since secured the plant’s title deed, addressing one of the audit concerns.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
MPs push KenGen to upgrade its power generation technology
Kindiki warns opposition against insulting President Ruto
Kindiki stated that some opposition leaders had previously held powerful offices but failed to deliver for Kenyans.
By Mate Tongola Olivia Odhiambo 1 month ago
Kindiki warns opposition against insulting President Ruto
Black tax: To pay or not to pay? That's the question
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Son's short visit turns last goodbye after ranch shooting
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