New regulations will unlock untapped potential of solar water heating

Regulations aim to improve quality and professionalism in the solar water heating industry by requiring manufacturers, importers, vendors and installers of these systems to be licensed.

By Caroline Kimathi and Mungai Kihara 24 days ago

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ODM big split? Sifuna, Osotsi skip key meeting called by Oburu

ODM, the mammoth political party crafted 20 years ago by the late Raila Odinga, is on the verge of a split, if what happened in Kilifi on Monday is anything to go by.

By Marion Kithi and Harold Odhiambo 25 days ago

Bottom-up thinking has transformed schools in Kuria

A section of institutions in Kuria have shown that rural schools can grow into academic giants when teachers are supported, infrastructure improved, and expectations are raised.

By Nokwi Maroa 25 days ago

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Inside Moi High School-Kabarak's academic engine

Moi High School-Kabarak once again secured its position as the top-performing school in the country, posting a historic mean score of 10.6 (A-)

By Caroline Chebet 28 days ago

EU anti-deforestation law delayed for second year

The European Union has officially delayed the implementation of its landmark anti-deforestation law for the second year.

By Caroline Chebet 30 days ago

Kisumu's volunteers lead the fight against hazardous waste

Volunteers are transforming Dunga Beach from a hazardous waste dump into a pristine lakefront

By Harold Odhiambo 30 days ago

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Betrayed in death: Inside ODM's rivalry, greed killing Raila Odinga's legacy

The flowery messages posted by ODM leaders to celebrate Raila's birthday stand in stark contrast to what is happening in his once-celebrated party, now tottering on the brink of self-destruction.

By Harold Odhiambo 30 days ago

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Outside national stage, Junet is an absentee MP, constituents say

Suna East MP Junet Mohamed rose from a small shopkeeper to a three-term legislator, gaining significant influence in national politics.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

Legendary Amboseli elephant, Craig dies

The Kenya Wildlife Service has announced the death of a renowned elephant known as Craig, famed for its large ground-sweeping tusks.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Pineapple leaves to now help investigators solve crimes

Scientists have discovered that pineapple leaves can be turned into powder that forensic investigators can use to solve complex crimes.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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ODM infighting erupts as Raila's death fuels rifts

Battlelines have been drawn, and the chasm between opposing factions is widening as the ODM enters a new year marked by uncertainty and an imminent split.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

Health insurance tops search trends that defined the nation

Among the 2025 top search charts were SHA and Afya Yangu, searches that show how Kenyans are deeply preoccupied with health security following the retirement of NHIF.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Why Mudavadi, Wetang'ula are facing hostility over Luhya unity

The battle for Luhya political supremacy played out during the burial of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, as Mudavadi and Wetang'ula received a hostile reception.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

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Night of long knives: Inside Ruto-ODM secret power pact meeting

President Ruto hosted senior ODM party leaders at his Kilgoris home on Christmas day to seal the deal that now awaits endorsement by the National Delegates next month.

By Harold Odhiambo and David Odongo 1 month ago

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The hole no one saw: Inside life-saving heart surgery

For years, Jackline Mudeizi lived in a body that constantly betrayed her.

By Harold Otieno Odhiambo 1 month ago

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Raila Odinga and iconic leaders' deaths leave Nyanza with deep leadership gaps

It was a dark year for Nyanza, with the loss of several prominent sons and daughters leaving a huge void in politics, public service, and other key sectors.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

State issues alert over uninspected meat during festive season

The Ministry admitted that this illegal trade is rampant, noting a recurring trend of unauthorised slaughter and transport during December.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Power struggles, NDC push throw ODM party succession to the brink

Party faces internal divisions over leadership and party direction after Raila's death.

By Harold Odhiambo and Brian Kisanji 1 month ago

ODM fights back attempts by fringe parties to infiltrate Nyanza

Political supremacy wrangles in Nyanza have taken a fresh twist ODM dismissed attempts by a section of politicians to market President William Ruto.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

Global watchdog finds 'glaring' gaps in Kenya's ornamental fish export figures

A new report by the global wildlife trade monitor TRAFFIC has revealed a massive gap in Kenya's records of international trade in marine ornamental fish.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

Kabarak University sets pace in climate action

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has commended Kabarak University for its ambitious plan to transition fully to green energy.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Kenya's lakes see steep fall in waterbirds

The National Wildlife Census 2025 Technical Report has revealed a worrying collapse in waterbird populations across Kenya's critical wetland systems

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Ruto's bid to win Raila Odinga's turf still on

President Ruto has stepped up his efforts to conquer the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's Nyanza backyard, even as a few voices of caution demand elaborate terms of engagement.

By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 1 month ago

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Kenya's carnivores on decline, report documents

The latest National Wildlife Census 2025 Technical Report has sounded an alarm for Kenya's large carnivores.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Post-Raila Nyanza: Is Kalonzo a natural heir or political tourist?

Kalonzo's long-term friendship with Raila and his support for the ODM chief in three General Elections have provided him with a soft landing in Nyanza.

By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 1 month ago

Study warns of drugs resistance surge in Africa

The study's results revealed a high level of antibiotic resistance in bacteria known to contribute to deaths and treatment challenges.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Inside William Ruto's plan to inherit Raila's political base

He has channelled billions into transport, housing and water infrastructure. This is matched by quiet but expansive voter registration and national ID mobilisation.

By Harold Odhiambo 1 month ago

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Revealed: Cerelac baby food contains high sugar levels

A new investigation in to cerelac infant cereals.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Raila's legacy lives on as county puts final touches on Luo festival

More than 10,000 visitors expected to attend the event to celebrate rich culture. Former premier's thoughts and visions for a united community had shaped the themes of past events.

By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 1 month ago

New study maps high drug resistance in Kenya and other 13 African countries

Results from a newly published study has highlighted the growing spread of drug resistance across 14 African countries, among them Kenya.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

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Bomet's secret syndicate trades in sick, dead cows

This syndicate turns diseased and unfit meat into a profitable commodity, supplying butcheries and schools across the country.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

Land acquisition deals for carbon credits raise transparency concern, report warns

A global body that monitors and provides data on large-scale land acquisitions has revealed that carbon offsets are 'false' climate solutions.

By Caroline Chebet 1 month ago

New trade rules to save Africa's forest hornbills

The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has approved a proposal to increase protection and regulate the trade of African forest hornbills.

By Caroline Chebet 2 months ago

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Impeachment drama: Why governors always survive

Impeachment of governors is a noble role for MCAs provided for in the Constitution but it has since turned into an avenue of corruption, coercion and blatant misuse of tax payers money.

By Harold Odhiambo 2 months ago

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Oburu's big task amid rising internal ODM rivalries

Party members in Nyanza are fighting among themselves as they try to assert influence.

By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 2 months ago

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Raila, the quiet genius of Kenya's evolving governments

During the Moi years, Raila showed us something few expected: that even in constrained political space, alliances could open cracks of possibility.

By Nokwi Maroa 2 months ago

Kisumu city manager fights back, faults EACC for persistent harassment

Wanga claimed he was mistreated by the EACC and has been a subject of persistent harassment by the anti-graft agency.

By Harold Odhiambo 2 months ago

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How publishers, lawyers are fighting AI counterfeit books

Scammers are using AI to produce books that closely mimic the titles of bestsellers and other sought-after works.

By Caroline Chebet 2 months ago

Stop digital violence, it's the new threat preying on our girls and women

When we think of GBV, we're often confronted with the horrific images of bruises, broken trust and families torn apart behind closed doors.

By Angela Ng'etich and Caroline Sakwa 2 months ago

New report calls for concerted efforts to protect the fragile Lake Victoria Basin

The report aims to address a wide range of challenges facing the basin, including the growing threat of water pollution.

By Harold Odhiambo 2 months ago