PS Omollo roots for data-driven war on sophisticated crime

The PS stated that progress had been made in various security fronts to adopt evidence-based crime research, resulting in the application of actionable recommendations.

By Okumu Modachi 6 days ago

Police stop looters at Wamatangi's flattened premises

A day after Governor Wamatangi's property near Nyayo Stadium was demolished, police officers were stretched thin, maintaining constant watch over youths attempting to loot valuables.

By Okumu Modachi 6 days ago

Cotu backs court order on State hiring of private law companies

Cotu has backed a High Court order stopping government agencies from hiring private lawyers and private law firms to represent them.

By Okumu Modachi 7 days ago

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It's political thuggery, Wamatangi claims after property demolished

The demolitions took place despite a court order issued on Tuesday stopping them - a decision that now puts Kenya Railways, the Attorney General and IG Kanja at risk of contempt of court.

By Okumu Modachi and Kamau Muthoni 7 days ago

Oburu: We have no intention of kicking anyone out of the party

ODM has launched countrywide consultative meetings, insisting that Oburu Oginga is the party's bona fide leader and the only one mandated to negotiate on its behalf.

By Irene Githinji and Okumu Modachi 7 days ago

Oburu: We will not remove anyone from ODM party

Addressing a rally at Kamukunji grounds in Kibra, Nairobi, on Wednesday, ODM leader Oburu Oginga said the focus is to solidify the party ahead of the 2027 elections.

By Okumu Modachi 8 days ago

Wamatangi fires back after his properties are demolished

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi has condemned the demolition of his business premises near Nyayo Stadium, terming it an "act of cowardice."

By Okumu Modachi 8 days ago

Wamatangi loses millions as businesses flattened near Nyayo Stadium

Property worth millions of shillings belonging to Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi was destroyed Tuesday night during a demolition near Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi.

By Okumu Modachi 8 days ago

Survivors recall horror after building collapse in Karen, Nairobi

Survivors of a building collapse in Karen, Nairobi, on Saturday evening

By Modachi Okumu, Okumu Modachi 10 days ago

Two killed after a building collapses in Karen

UPDATE: Two people killed following the collapse of a building under construction in Karen, Nairobi, Assistant Inspector-General Duncan Ochieng' confirms.

By Okumu Modachi 12 days ago

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Aladwa tells off ODM leaders opposed to broad-based government

Makadara MP George Aladwa accused some leaders of plotting to "sell the party to former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Okumu Modachi 12 days ago

Pangani Girls celebrates stellar KCSE performance

A wave of jubilation swept through Pangani Girls' School in Nairobi on Saturday when the principal stepped onto the assembly ground with the long-awaited KCSE results.

By Okumu Modachi 12 days ago

Ruto's UDA party set for Saturday grassroots elections

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party will kick off its grassroots elections on Saturday in 20 counties across the country.

By Okumu Modachi 13 days ago

A section of ODM founder members woo Ruto to rejoin the party

A section of the founding members of the ODM party has wooed President William Ruto to rejoin the political outfit.

By Okumu Modachi 13 days ago

Great Wall tenants accuse management of alleged negligence

Tenants of the Great Wall Phase 4 estate in Athi River are up in arms against what they termed as alleged gross mismanagement of the property

By Okumu Modachi 13 days ago

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Witnesses recount collapse of South C building as residents demand action

The South C Residents Association now wants the area declared an investigation zone even as they called for a thorough probe into the disaster.

By Okumu Modachi 19 days ago

Search for survivors resumes after pause at collapsed South C building

Rescue efforts have resumed after about an hour of suspension at the collapsed building on Muhoho Avenue in South C, Nairobi.

By Okumu Modachi 20 days ago

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What we know about the South C building collapse

Families of two people trapped and identified as guards who were manning the building expressed fear that their kin are dead.

By Okumu Modachi 20 days ago

Opposition to pick 2027 presidential flagbearer by March 2026, says Kalonzo

United Opposition to declare 2027 presidential candidate before April 2026, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka says.

By Okumu Modachi 23 days ago

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Address issues hurting citizens, church urges state

Among the issues he wants done to realise the goal of reconciliation is streamlining the healthcare system, particularly the Social Health Authority (SHA), which is "struggling in certain spaces."

By Okumu Modachi 24 days ago

'I'm yet to check my grades, but I'll pursue basketball'

Nicole Mensa Atieno was so absorbed in the game that she barely noticed the unforgiving heat.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

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The pain, poverty and cries of children orphaned by banditry

Although the guns have "cautiously" gone silent for a moment, the scars of resource wars and livestock raids have left deep wounds, exacerbated by poverty and neglect.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

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Majority of young people likely to take bribes, new report shows

EACC Chief Executive Abdi Mohamud described the revelation as "heartbreaking."

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

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Gen Z: Why Jamhuri Day has lost meaning

Once marked by family feasts and national pride, the holiday now competes with the pressure to simply survive.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Government plans to monitor national examinations using AI

This is an attempt to curb exam irregularities and track learner enrolment across the country.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Man accuses MP Kibagendi of assaulting him over 'girlfriend'

Kisii MP Antony Kibagendi allegedly assaulted a man over a suspected affair, captured on viral CCTV; investigations continue as police compile the case for court proceedings.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Government moves to calm fears after Ruto ends logging ban

The Ministry of Environment has moved to reassure the public amid growing concerns over President William Ruto's recent decision to lift the logging ban.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

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IEBC was not in charge of by-elections, observers say

It emerged that 42 per cent of polling stations rejected citizens who showed up to cast their votes for various reasons.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Two injured, scores trapped after wall collapses in Makongeni

At least two people were rescued while scores remain trapped after a wall collapsed as they were searching for scrap and valuables inside a demolished building in Makongeni, Nairobi.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

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Low turnout recorded in Kariobangi North by-election

Kanu party candidate Peter Kariuki was the 118th voter to cast the ballot at station six of the polling centre

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

KANU's candidate Peter Kariuki casts vote in Kariobangi North by-election

The Kenya African National Union (KANU) candidate for Kariobangi North MCA, Peter Kariuki, has cast his vote at Kariobangi North Day Nursery School.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

PS Omollo raises alarm as cyberattacks cost Kenya billions

PS Omollo cited the recent attack on the online platforms belonging to key government institutions.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Daima Mkenya celebrates heritage, unity at African Next Super Model 2025

The African Next Super Model 2025 showcased emerging African fashion and modelling talent in Nairobi, highlighting government-backed creative economy reforms, brand initiatives and young stars.

By Okumu Modachi 1 month ago

Luo professionals urge community to back broad-based government

A section of Luo community intellects has urged members of the community to embrace President William Ruto's broad-based government.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Kalonzo accuses government of plotting to rig elections

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has claimed that the government is planning to rig the upcoming by-elections scheduled for Thursday, next week.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

IEBC CEO Marjan downplays claims of plot to rig November by-elections

This comes a few hours after Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka claimed that the government is colluding with some IEBC officials to manipulate the polls.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

Sanitation workers now want government recognition

Workers handling human waste now want the government to formally recognise them as part of the country's workforce.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

CSOs petition IEBC to urgently launch mobile voter registration drive

Some lobby groups have petitioned the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to urgently roll out a mobile voter registration exercise to reach more people.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago

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'Sick nation': Why the church is calling out President Ruto

Church leaders berate government for ignoring the pain and protests of Kenyans.

By Okumu Modachi and Phares Mutembei 2 months ago

President Ruto slammed for silence over cross-border abductions

In the recent past, there have been reports of killings and arbitrary arrests of Kenyans in Tanzania following the post-election protests.

By Okumu Modachi 2 months ago