We didn't chase Sifuna from ODM, says Oburu

ODM party leader, Oburu Oginga, has said that the outfit will not revoke the membership of its embattled SG, Edwin Sifuna, but insisted that the decision to relieve him of duties stands.

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Normal flights resume after KQ faces Sunday disruptions over bad weather

Kenya Airways has expressed regret over flight cancellations that affected its Rwanda and Mauritius-bound aircraft on Sunday.

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Experts allege Ruto behind Sifuna's ouster

A day after the removal of Edwin Sifuna as the Secretary General of ODM, supporters and insiders within the political power circle struggled to explain the reason behind the ouster.

By 8 days ago

Another building collapses in Nairobi as survivors rescued

All construction workers including six trapped in collapsed building near OTC within Nairobi CBD rescued, Kenya Red Cross confirms.

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Governors vs senators: The legal tactic that could shape a quiet turf war

Homa Bay Senator Moses Kajwang’ has defended the Senate CPAC against extortion allegations from governors.

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Ruto fires back at Gachagua over drought response critique, labels him 'idler'

President William Ruto on Wednesday began his tour of northern Kenya in Garissa, where he delivered a sharp rebuttal to criticisms from his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua.

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Gachagua puts Ruto on the spot ahead of Northern Kenya tour

DCP leader Gachagua urges President Ruto to declare drought a national disaster to unlock local and foreign aid, says northern Kenya in dire need.

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LSK warns lawyers against sexual harassment of juniors amid surge in cases

LSK warns lawyers against sexual harassment after 22 juniors accuse colleague; President Faith Odhiambo says acts violate Sexual Harassment and Anti-bullying policy.

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Rights group condemns alleged transfer of Nandi Hills 'pool table' police

PRWG condemns transfer of police officers implicated in pool-table assault in Nandi saying move entrenches impunity in NPS, urges IPOA to probe and recommend disciplinary actions.

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Opposition: Ruto won't perform even if handed a second term

Opposition leaders have cast doubts on whether President William Ruto will keep promises made on the 2022 campaign trail and during the first term of his rule.

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Governors to boycott Senate oversight committee over claims of extortion

Governors have suspended their appearances before the Senate's CPAC accusing unnamed members of the oversight body of extorting money from them ahead of scheduled sittings.

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Kenyans expect me to run for president in 2027, Kalonzo tells Washington

Wiper party leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, has declared his intention to take his presidential ambition all the way to the ballot in August next year.

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Police urge calm as tension persists in Huruma over the latest killing

Police urge end to ‘acts of lawlessness’ in Huruma protests after one person killed as residents clashed with police, two vehicles torched on Sunday amid IPOA probe.

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Police accused of extrajudicial killings in Marsabit and Isiolo

Human rights defenders have raised concerns over alleged extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, and torture of residents in Marsabit and Isiolo counties by security agencies.

By 15 days ago

Opposition signals court showdown after Marjan's exit

Ndegwa Njiru, Advocate of the High Court has hinted that the United Opposition plans legal action against immediate former IEBC CEO Hussein Marjan following his resignation on Tuesday.

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Why a 'money bouquet' could get you arrested on Valentine's Day

CBK warns against cash flower bouquets and ornamental displays, citing mutilation of banknotes, threatens legal action against those who fold, roll or staple the notes.

By 18 days ago

Govt launches probe into deaths of street children after burial of nine

Govt launches probe into the deaths of nine street children buried at Lang’ata cemetery last week, Gender CS Hannah Cheptumo says identities and cause of deaths unconfirmed.

By 18 days ago

Ruto congratulates Museveni for 'decisive victory' in polls

President William Ruto congratulates Uganda President Yoweri Museveni for his “decisive victory” in January 15 polls, lauds peaceful election; Bobi Wine disputed Museveni’s 71 per cent win.

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Uganda opposition alleges vote rigging hours before polls

Uganda’s opposition Party, National Unity Platform (NUP) has alleged a plot to rig the Thursday elections, citing multiple irregularities just hours before polls open.

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We reject your orders on private lawyers, LSK tells judges

LSK accuses judiciary of impunity over orders barring public entities from hiring private lawyers, President Faith Odhiambo vows fight against judges abusing authority.

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Sifuna a no-show at crucial ODM meeting as party inches closer to UDA pact

ODM Central Committee tasks party leader Oburu Oginga to begin pre-election coalition talks with parties including UDA, to hold NDC as part of consultations.

By 1 month ago

Kenya bets on IShowSpeed tour to boost tourism

A visit by popular American streamer IShowSpeed provided the Kenyan government with the perfect platform to market the country’s tourism sector.

By 1 month ago

Owalo resigns after announcing plans to challenge Ruto

Eliud Owalo resigns as President William Ruto's Deputy Chief of Staff after declaring 2027 presidential bid, says position no longer tenable.

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Part 2: Who are the 2025 KCSE top performers?

Scenes of jubilation and excitement describe the mood in several schools where students, teachers, and parents continue to celebrate good grades from the just-announced KCSE results.

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Ruto is desperate for a united ODM, says Kanchory

Lawyer Saitabao Ole Kanchory, now claims that President William Ruto has been working behind the scenes to unify ODM as the party grapples with internal divisions.

By 1 month ago

Oburu meets Sifuna as ouster bid falters

ODM party leader Oburu Oginga met Secretary General Edwin Sifuna on Wednesday as a petition seeking to expel the Nairobi senator from the party collapsed.

By 1 month ago

South C building collapse: Architect risks deregistration

Lands CS Wahome threatens to deregister architect who designed collapsed South C building if criminal culpability is established; recovery exercise expected to end Tuesday.

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Museveni decries lost African dream after US captures Maduro

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has urged African countries to draw lessons on defence from Venezuela following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro by US forces.

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Sakaja breaks silence on collapsed building, trains guns on rogue developers

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja visits collapsed building site in South C, calls for return of prosecutorial powers to counties.

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Ruto orders ceasefire amid bitter political exchanges

President William Ruto has called for a ceasefire amid bitter verbal exchanges between various politicians, warning that it risks sowing disunity.

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Ruku: Collapsed South C building developers defied regulations

Collapsed South C building had 14 floors instead of the approved 12, Public Service CS Ruku says developers defied an August 2025 stop-work order, vows action.

By 1 month ago

South C residents demand accountability after building collapses

Residents of Nairobi’s South C estate have called for the arrest and prosecution of the owners, developers and workers linked to a multi-storey building that collapsed early Friday.

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From money laundering to drugs, arms and human trafficking: How Kenya has become a crime hub

Kenya is increasingly grappling with organised transnational crime, an evolution that risks turning the country into a haven for wanted criminals and illicit networks.

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December inflation rate steadies at 4.5pc despite price hikes

Kenya’s inflation rate in December 2025 remained at 4.5 per cent, unchanged from November, driven by higher prices of food, transport and electricity, KNBS says.

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I will be ODM's presidential candidate in 2027 if we go it alone, says Oburu

ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has hinted at a possible presidential run in the 2027 elections, citing the party’s constitution.

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Somaliland recalls its envoy to Djibouti

Somaliland recalls its envoy to Djibouti; Foreign Affairs Ministry says move part of ongoing diplomatic consultations.

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The deaths that shook Kenya in 2025

In 2025, death claimed many lives that shaped Kenya’s politics, culture, and public life. 

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KAA says passengers safe as plane veers off taxiway

All 50 passengers aboard an Elwak-Mandera to JKIA, Nairobi flight safe after plane veered off taxiway upon landing, operations resume normalcy, KAA says.

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Unions threaten court action over freeze on Sh322b Kenya-US health deal

Medics’ unions, including KMPDU to move to court on Monday to challenge order stopping implementation of Sh322b Kenya-US health deal, assures of data safety.

By 2 months ago

Police recalled from leave as govt tightens security ahead of festivities

Interior Ministry recalls all officers from leave ahead of the festive season, activates a multi-agency command centre to curb insecurity and traffic violations.

By 2 months ago