Live Blog: Matatu strike enters day two

The talks however did not yield any fruits with the owners insisting that the strike would go on since their demands were not met.

By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago

Blame Ruto for high fuel prices, says Gachagua

The Democracy for Citizens Party leader said the rising fuel and electricity costs were unbearable for many Kenyans already grappling with economic hardship.

By Fred Kagonye 1 day ago

Lower fuel prices and resign, Kalonzo tells Wandayi

Kalonzo also accused EPRA of increasing fuel prices under instructions from the government.

By Fred Kagonye 2 days ago

Societies risk suspension if they fail to file annual returns within 60 days

All registered societies yet to file annual tax returns given 60 days to comply, failure to which they risk suspension or deregistration, Attorney General’s office warns.

By Fred Kagonye 5 days ago

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Explained: What triggered the latest fuel hike

Energy CS Wandayi defends sharp fuel price hike, cites volatility in global market prices and uncertainty in petroleum supply, says Sh5 billion levy applied to stabilise prices.

By Fred Kagonye 5 days ago

Matatus to raise fares by up to 50 percent after EPRA fuel hike

Matatu operators threatens to strike and block roads on Monday over rising fuel costs; owners direct a 50 per cent fare increase following latest fuel price review.

By Fred Kagonye 5 days ago

Incorporate public health guidelines into public works, Health PS urges architects

Architects have been urged to adhere to the Ministry of Health construction guidelines to reduce deaths attributed to an unhealthy environment.

By Fred Kagonye 5 days ago

Police arrest seven, recover suspected narcotics worth millions

Police said that the suspected drugs were ready for the market.

By Fred Kagonye 6 days ago

Judicial power is limited, Kindiki's lawyers argue

“Judicial power just like executive power and legislative power is limited and there are things Judicial power cannot do even when it is stretched to the outer contours of its margins."

By Fred Kagonye 6 days ago

KQ resumes flights to and from Dubai after two months

“We will operate daily frequencies between Nairobi and Dubai, with additional frequencies to be introduced progressively in line with demand and operational requirements.”

By Fred Kagonye 7 days ago

SHA owes health facilities more than Sh77 billion, official says

“As at our last checking in August last year before they shut down transparency we were at Sh44 billion on SHA and Sh33 billion on NHIF, and remember SHA did not stop accumulating debts it continues.”

By Fred Kagonye 7 days ago

ODM invites applications for presidency, five other elective seats

ODM invites applications for the six elective seats, including presidency, ahead of 2027 General Election; applications to be submitted by June 30, 2026.

By Fred Kagonye 8 days ago

Africa should not rely on aid for development, Ruto says

“Africa is not part of the global problem. Africa is, in fact, part of the solution to the global challenges that exist today."

By Fred Kagonye 8 days ago

Women's rights groups rebuke Karen Nyamu over remarks involving minor

“More is expected when one is not only a senator, but also an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya,” she said.

By Fred Kagonye 11 days ago

NPS condemns traffic officer harassment in Nakuru

National Police Service condemns viral video showing motorist allegedly abusing a female officer in Nakuru; says actions displayed by male officer in same video doesn’t represent the service.

By Fred Kagonye 12 days ago

UDA party nominations underway in Ol Kalau

The seat fell vacant when the David Kiaraho died Sunday, 29th March 2026, while undergoing treatment at the Nairobi Hospital.

By Fred Kagonye 12 days ago

Police recover suspected heroin, bhang in three counties

DCI officers recovered suspected cannabis sativa and heroin in Nairobi, Kitui and Taita Taveta counties.

By Fred Kagonye 12 days ago

Mohamed Warsame sworn in as Supreme Court judge

Justice Mohamed Warsame was on Thursday morning sworn in as a judge of the Supreme Court at State House, Nairobi.

By Fred Kagonye 13 days ago

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Why Kenya is experiencing fuel supply shortages

Current fuel supply shortages in parts of Kenya are due to a technical and administrative hitch, Energy CS Wandayi says issue being resolved and restocking is underway.

By Fred Kagonye 14 days ago

Row erupts over who qualifies to mediate disputes in Kenya

He added that mediation complements litigation, with each serving different roles.

By Fred Kagonye 15 days ago

Tributes stream in for Nairobi Hospital director Dr Job Obwaka

“We did not hear from you when the doctor was abducted and detained for a weekend. Your condolences are morbid and cynical,” Havi said.

By Fred Kagonye 18 days ago

Ruto announces 12 per cent pay rise for Kenyan workers

President Ruto announces a 12 percent increase in general wages and a further 15 percent rise in agricultural wages amid high cost of living.

By Fred Kagonye 19 days ago

IEBC decries budget constraints, security challenges after missing registration target

IEBC fell short of continuous voter registration target by 154,524 voters, chairperson Ethekon says at least 2.3 million new voters registered between March 30 and April 28.

By Fred Kagonye 20 days ago

Move to higher ground, government tells Tana River residents

Interior Ministry warns residents living along the Lower Tana River of flooding risk in coming days; says water levels continue to rise.

By Fred Kagonye 21 days ago

'I did it for all Kenyans' says world marathon record holder Sawe

World record marathon holder Sabastian Sawe arrives at JKIA, Nairobi, after historic sub-two-hour London Marathon; received by his parents, Sports CS Mvurya.

By Fred Kagonye 21 days ago

JSC nominates Justice Warsame for Supreme Court post

JSC nominates Justice Mohamed Warsame, 68, to fill Supreme Court vacancy, pending appointment, after two-day interviews; he has served at Court of Appeal since 2012.

By Fred Kagonye 21 days ago

Katwa Kigen: I will be fair in any case involving President Ruto

Justice Katwa Kigen says he would be fair and guided by facts if a case involving President Ruto, his former client, comes before the Supreme Court.

By Fred Kagonye 22 days ago

CHAN scandal: Mariga calls for speedy probe on Sh42 million insurance saga

Acting FKF President McDonald Mariga calls for speedy probe into alleged theft of Sh42 million CHAN insurance funds, to convene urgent NEC meeting, but no date given.

By Fred Kagonye 25 days ago

Lobby groups fault government over bad sugar

The groups say Kenyans have no way of distinguishing industrial sugar from refined table sugar without laboratory analysis.

By Fred Kagonye 26 days ago

CHAN scandal: FKF President Hussein Mohammed suspended

CHAN scandal: Hussein Mohammed, Yusuf Ibrahim and Dennis Gicheru suspended as president, member and acting Sec-Gen pending probe into alleged theft of Sh42 million, day after The Standard’s expose.

By Fred Kagonye 26 days ago

IEBC registers 505,344 new voters in a week

Some 505,344 new voters registered in the past week, bringing total registrations since March 30 to 1.8 million, as mass exercise ends Tuesday, April 28, IEBC says.

By Fred Kagonye 26 days ago

Ghana summons South Africa's envoy

The minister said such conduct undermines dignity and rights of law-abiding individuals in such countries adding that follow-up reports suggested escalating tensions with foreign nationals.

By Fred Kagonye 27 days ago

LSK demands justice after lawyer's death

“The circumstances surrounding Tom's death demand our unequivocal condemnation and immediate action.”

By Fred Kagonye 28 days ago

Ol Kalou constituency seat declared vacant

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula declares Ol Kalou constituency seat vacant following the death of MP David Njuguna Kiaraho on March 29, 2026.

By Fred Kagonye 28 days ago

UDA, opposition trade blame over fuel crisis

He added that Kenya, like many other countries, was feeling the effects of global oil market disruptions linked to the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.

By Fred Kagonye 1 month ago

'They attacked us, we shot them,' police say after Embu protest deaths

“It left no doubt that the initial intentions were hijacked by individuals who were never interested in peaceful protests, law, or order.”

By Fred Kagonye 1 month ago

Act on the fuel crisis! Opposition's demands to Ruto

“It should be noted that in Uganda, the pump prices for petrol and diesel average Sh175/Litre, Sh170/Litre respectively yet the supply transits through our port in Mombasa.” 

By Fred Kagonye 1 month ago

Osotsi records statement over Kisumu attack

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi records statement at Parliament following Kisumu attack, calls for arrest of ringleader.

By Fred Kagonye 1 month ago

Energy watchdog committee seeks more time on Sh12b fuel scandal probe

“We are just hoping that as indicated by CS Wandayi, those vessels will not discharge any of their cargo.”

By Fred Kagonye 1 month ago

Gachagua alleges plot to disrupt Kikuyu rally

In a letter to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, the former DP claimed Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah had made direct and veiled threats targeting the meeting.

By Fred Kagonye 1 month ago