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MPs want boarding schools abolished after deadly fire incidents

During a National Assembly debate, several legislators questioned whether the boarding school model still serves the best interests of learners, pointing to severe overcrowding across the country.
By Cellestine Waeni 2026-06-03 15:12:48
President William Ruto, during the National Prayer Breakfast, urged calm ahead of the 2027 elections, saying the outcome is in God’s hands and calling for unity and peaceful politics.
By Molly Chebet 2026-05-28 15:50:50
Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga mixed humour and personal reflection at the National Prayer Breakfast, joking about age and faith while acknowledging his second wife Judith Atieno.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-28 14:22:49
MP John Kiarie said that the match could form part of a wider community development initiative, with proceeds channelled towards grassroots football programmes.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-05-28 09:26:58
A viral video showed Mumias East MP Peter Salasya’s expansive rural compound featuring several family homes and a large multi-storey mansion under construction.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-27 12:22:44
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has launched a sharp attack on former Kenyatta, accusing him of bitterness and undermining President Ruto after recent criticism of the government.
By Raymond Muthee 2026-05-27 11:36:14
Hassan Omar has apologised and clarified his remarks on alleged ethnic politics following sharp criticism from leaders who accused him of promoting division, insisting he was misinterpreted.
By Tania Omusale 2026-05-25 11:05:16
A Baringo man has gone viral after condemning politicians for politicising funerals and weddings while accusing them of failing to address poor roads, water shortages, and infrastructure.
By Molly Chebet 2026-05-25 10:55:41
Veteran politicians, former ministers and DP Kithure Kindiki gathered to console longtime political figure Kiraitu Murungi during the requiem mass of his late daughter Anita Kendi Kiraitu.
By Jael Wakesho 2026-05-20 15:57:06
Ruto’s state visit to Kazakhstan opened in Astana with a formal military reception and high-level talks with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, as both leaders pledged to deepen cooperation.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-20 15:18:01
MP Paul Biego has suffered losses after his KSh 20 million truck was set ablaze in Naivasha during protests over rising fuel prices.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-19 12:31:29
North Imenti MP Rahim Dawood was attacked in Makutano Town after joining fuel price protests, where a section of demonstrators turned hostile and pelted him with stones despite his attempt to speak.
By Joan Oyiela 2026-05-18 15:35:30