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How fresh abductions are casting doubts on state rights reform pledge

Fresh allegations of abductions and torture linked to the Gen Z anniversary protests have renewed concerns over Kenya’s human rights record.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 9 days ago

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Toothless dog? Uproar over AU's silence as tension rises in SA

There’s a growing concern from experts over the inaction and silence by the African Union on the escalating anti-immigrant mobilisation in South Africa.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 10 days ago

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Gen Z protester Davis Lichuma found ill after alleged abduction

Activist Davis Lichuma, a prominent Gen Z protester, was found in hospital in critical condition after allegedly being abducted and tortured during protests in Nairobi.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 12 days ago

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Uganda army chief orders Nation Media outlets shutdown

Uganda's military has shut down Nation Media Group outlets, including NTV Uganda and the Daily Monitor, in a move that has intensified concerns over press freedom.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 13 days ago

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Dead or evolving? Inside Kenya's unfinished Gen Z revolution

Instead of mass demonstrations, many chose to mark the occasion online by changing profile pictures, sharing tributes and participating in candlelighting campaigns

By Wesley Kipngenoh 14 days ago

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Gen Z martyrs who marched for change, paid with dear lives

Scores of young courageous Kenyans paid the ultimate price in search for good governance 

By Wesley Kipngenoh 17 days ago

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Flags, flowers to mark Gen Z protest day events

Organisers said citizens will gather at locations where demonstrators were killed by police. Participants were asked to carry a flower, a white handkerchief and the national flag.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 17 days ago

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Tortured but unbroken: Abductees recall ordeal

Muteti describes repeated physical and psychological abuse.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 17 days ago

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How Kenya loses Sh600b annually to graft in mega projects

A report by Transparency International Kenya estimates that Kenya has lost more than Sh600 billion through corruption, weak oversight and mismanagement in major infrastructure projects.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 19 days ago

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Father's Day: Men's 'silent crisis' of neglect, pressure

On Father’s Day, men and family experts highlighted growing concerns over emotional neglect, financial pressure and shifting family roles, with calls for greater appreciation of fathers.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 20 days ago

Church leaders blame State, warn political thuggery could lead to violence

Church leaders and the NCCK have condemned rising violent disruptions in places of worship, blaming political actors and warning that the trend could trigger wider instability.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 24 days ago

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Kenya's forests under siege as development pressure mounts

Kenya’s forests and protected parks, including Nairobi National Park, Karura Forest and Imenti Forest, are facing mounting development pressure.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 26 days ago

When the skies said goodbye

The farewell in Nairobi carried extra weight for the Canadian-born pilot who had chosen Kenya as his home late in his career. 0711 700 981

By Wesley Kipngenoh 25 days ago

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How development, land grab trend is closing in on Kenya's forests

Kenya’s forests and protected parks are facing a growing wave of development pressure, from infrastructure expansion, state-backed projects to private developments.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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Maraga arrested as park protest erupts in chaos

Former Chief Justice David Maraga and several activists were arrested during a protest against the proposed excision of land from Nairobi National Park.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

May turns deadliest month for police killings this year

Police-related killings surged in May, making it the deadliest month of 2026 so far, with 24 deaths largely linked to protest policing and growing concerns over accountability and custodial deaths.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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Utumishi school fire survivor mourns mother killed in crash

A mother rushing to reach her daughter after a deadly dormitory fire at Utumishi girls' was killed in a road crash en route.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

Kenyans take to the streets over surge in femicide, child killings

Women, bereaved mothers and human rights activists marched through Nairobi on Madaraka Day to protest rising killings and disappearances of women and children.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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Missing children crisis marred by contradictions, delays

Conflicting government statements on missing children cases have sparked concerns over Kenya’s child protection systems and preparedness.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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"Why me, God?" Grief engulfs parents after losing children in Utumishi school fire tragedy

She had spent hours searching for her daughter, unsure whether she was among students admitted to hospital or those who had perished in the dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

Pressure mounts to shelve religious organisations bill amid exclusion fears

Civil society organisations and religious stakeholders have called for the shelving of the proposed Religious Organisations Bill, 2024

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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MPs question Sh300m consultancy costs in wildlife compensation scheme

MPs have questioned the use of Sh300 million on consultancies under a digital wildlife compensation scheme and are demanding a special audit into the spending.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

NGO launches initiative to protect human rights defenders amid rising threats

A new initiative aimed at boosting the safety and capacity of human rights defenders in Kenya and across East Africa has been unveiled amid growing concerns over shrinking civic space.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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A nation failing its children; inside surge in children gruesome killings

A surge in child defilement, abduction, and murder cases across Kenya has exposed deep failures in child protection and justice systems.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

Rights defenders flag rising trend in femicide cases

Human rights actors have raised concerns over the surge in femicide cases across the country warning that the killing of women has reached a troubling tipping point.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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Hustlers pay heavy price for transport chaos

With public service vehicles kept off the roads and bus fares doubled, thousands of Kenyans were forced to walk long distances to work while others stayed home and lost income.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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Fuel crisis sparks transport shutdown

Transport operators across Kenya have announced a nationwide shutdown, citing rising fuel prices, heavy taxation, and unsustainable operating costs.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

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"My husband was pushed to his death by top State House official": Dr Obwaka's widow says

The family of the late Dr Job Obwaka, a former director at the Nairobi Hospital, has put the blame on a senior State House official for his tribulations.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 1 month ago

IEBC ready for by-elections, warns against electoral malpractices

IEBC has announced its readiness for the upcoming by-elections while warning candidates against electoral malpractices, including campaigning outside the legally permitted hours.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

CSOs want African leaders to rethink governance, economic transformation

Civil society organisations have called on African leaders to rethink governance, economic transformation and the continent’s place in the global economy.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

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Motherhood price: Women forced to choose between jobs and babies

Some women stop working to prepare for delivery with no gurantee of job security. Workplace policies and legislation do not adequately include mothers needs for adequate maternity leave.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

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Wave of killings fuels femicide emergency calls

The killing of two young girls, days apart, has reignited urgent calls to declare femicide a national crisis in Kenya.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

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Suluhu's crackdown call on Gen Z, rights activists puts Ruto on spot

President Suluhu stated that the dissenting youth should be ‘punished’, arguing that they risk destabilising governments.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

End of an era as veteran editor Andy Kagwa retires from Standard Group

Veteran editor Andy Kagwa retires from the Standard Group

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

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Conservationists raise alarm over plan to relocate animal orphanage

Conservationists are raising concerns over plans to relocate the Nairobi Animal Orphanage, warning that inconsistencies in project documents could mask land-use changes.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

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How unemployment crisis drives Kenyans into death traps abroad

Rising unemployment in Kenya is pushing workers into risky overseas jobs under the Kazi Majuu programme, where weak safeguards expose migrants to exploitation and abuse.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

Tourism rebounds with 2.5 million arrivals

According to the Economic Survey 2026, there were 2.5 million tourists who visited the country last year representing a 6.2 per cent growth.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

Protests reparations plan raises questions over gaps, State honesty

Kenya’s proposed reparations plan for victims of state violence has raised hope but also sparked concerns over funding gaps, political will, and whether meaningful justice will be delivered.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

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Activists, families push State to pay millions for protests victims

The government is now being pushed to pay up to Sh5 million in compensation for deaths and missing persons.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago

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State proposes up to Sh4 million reparations for protest victims

Kenya National Commission on Human Rights has proposed compensation of up to Sh4 million for victims of protest-related violence, including killings, injuries, disappearances and SGBV cases.

By Wesley Kipngenoh 2 months ago