Gachagua to Uhuru: We will deal with the government

Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has urged retired President Uhuru Kenyatta to stay away from the affairs of the current government.

By Mike Kihaki 16 hrs ago

Scrap smuggling pushes local manufacturers towards shutdown

Kenya’s battery manufacturing industry is warning of an impending production crisis as rampant smuggling of scrap lead-acid batteries to neighbouring countries.

By Mike Kihaki 16 hrs ago

Kenya unveil team for World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen

Athletics Kenya has named a 16-member team to represent the country at the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark.

By Mike Kihaki 16 hrs ago

Boarding schools are no longer sustainable

The Children Act banned corporal punishment. We cannot casually bring back the cane. The law gives children rights, just as it gives adults rights.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

IEBC steps up 2027 election preparations as voter registration hits 2.94 million

IEBC has stepped up preparations for the August 10, 2027 General Election, projecting a register of about 28.5 million voters.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

TSC nominees face tough questions on teacher promotion and welfare

The Education Committee has raised concerns over teacher promotion, welfare, staffing shortages and the management of teachers’ records as it scrutinises two nominees.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

IEBC sets February 10 deadline for public officers eyeing 2027 seats

Public officers seeking elective positions in the 2027 General Election must resign from office by February 10, 2027.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Ogamba defends university funding reforms

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with private universities.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Two die in mining tragedies

Two people were killed in separate mining-related incidents in Machakos and Siaya on Thursday.

By Mike Kihaki 3 days ago

Parliament set to vet Sossion, Lentoijoni for TSC Commissioner posts

The National Assembly is set to vet Teachers Service Commission (TSC) Director of Staffing Antonina Lentoijoni and former KNUT Secretary-General Wilson Sossion

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

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TSC faulted for lack of clear social media guidelines as it fights gag claims

The Teachers Service Commission has been faulted for failing to provide clear guidelines to teachers on how they should navigate social media.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Concerns raised over learners travelling to school before dawn

Schools are directed to adhere to 8am-3.30pm learning hours, Education CS Ogamba says no school public or private should require learners to report before 7.15am.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Raila Odinga International Stadium to be ready by November for AFCON 2027

The Raila Odinga International Stadium has reached 93 per cent completion as Kenya prepares to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Universities urged to turn entrepreneurship training into job

Universities must make entrepreneurship education more practical and focused on solving real-world problems.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Schools will open on August 24 as scheduled, Ogamba says

Education CS Julius Ogamba says schools to open for Term III on August 24, refutes social media reports of postponement, urges parents to rely on official notices.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

MPs demand crackdown on rogue auctioneers using goons on Kenyans

Members of Parliament have called for tougher action against rogue auctioneers accused of using goons and excessive force to seize property.

By Mike Kihaki 4 days ago

Teachers' unions demand clear rules on TSC social media directive

Teachers' unions want the TSC to define what counts as misconduct before enforcing its new social media directive, warning that vague rules could be used to intimidate educators.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

Gachagua pushes for single opposition candidate to face Ruto in 2027

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua warns against divisive politics in Mount Kenya region, calls for unity to remove President Ruto from power.

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Standard Group launches live radio English Premier League commentary

Football fans have a new reason to tune in as The Standard Group PLC officially launched its live radio commentary of the English Premier League.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Pastors' qualifications row deepens as State pushes clergy training reforms

A confrontation is brewing between the government and sections of the Christian community over plans to regularise theological training and introduce standards for pastors and other clergy.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

33 stadiums to be complete within nine months PS Mwangi says

The Government has given a nine-month deadline for the completion of ongoing stadium construction and renovation projects across the country.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Regional trade pact targets billions in food trade by dismantling border barriers

East African food producers could gain greater access to regional markets following renewed efforts to eliminate non-tariff barriers that have hampered cross-border agricultural trade.

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

Two suspected gang members arrested with crude weapons in Migori

Police in Migori arrest two suspects and recover five machetes after foiled robbery on Nthiwa Road in Yamase. 

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Amnesty condemns Homa Bay violence, accuses police of inaction

Amnesty Kenya condemns Homa Bay violence, attacks on journalists and disruption of broadcast, accuses security agencies of failing to protect citizens, demand probe.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Call for urgent support as vulnerable learners face risk of dropping out

Education stakeholders have called for increased support for learners from  vulnerable households and arid and semi-arid areas as schools prepare to reopen in the coming weeks.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Gachagua: Opposition does not need Uhuru's money to send Ruto home

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua says the opposition doesn't need financial sponsorship in the 2027 poll battle, accuses President Ruto of attacking Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Police warn politicians against incitement ahead of political activities

Police warn politicians against incitement and provocation likely to breach peace; NPS spokesperson Nyaga urges officers to uphold professionalism, impartiality.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Varsities challenged to turn research into jobs and enterprises

Universities have been challenged to move beyond academic publications and accelerate the commercialisation of research and innovation to create jobs.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Police arrest 14 suspects during Linda Mwananchi Homa Bay tour

Police say 14 people were arrested after chaos disrupted the Linda Mwananchi caravan in Homa Bay, ten held in Nyandiwa and Magunga, while 4 were arrested in Oyugis town.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

DP Kindiki hits out at Gachagua over his attacks

DP Kindiki hits out at Gachagua, accuses him of alleged incompetence, greed and sabotage; defends his record as Interior CS and warns against misleading Mt Kenya voters.

By Mike Kihaki 7 days ago

Kagwe assures Kenyans of food security despite drought

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has assured Kenyans that the country will remain food secure despite drought and increasingly unpredictable weather.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

Parliament passes Bill seeking dedicated lanes for cyclists and pedestrians

Parliament passes Roads Amendment Bill 2024 which seeks to create mandate for construction of dedicated, separated tracks for non-motorised transport nationwide.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

Music festival becomes a tapestry of Kenya's cultures, unity and heritage

The creme de la creme of the Kenya Music Festival opened its winners’ concert at Kibabii University with a spectacular celebration of Kenya’s cultural diversity.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

'Let Uhuru be!' Jubilee fires back at Ruto

The Jubilee Party has hit back at President William Ruto over his renewed criticism of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

Stakeholders call for faster EAC integration to unlock trade and investment

Business leaders and investment experts have called for urgent reforms to remove barriers to trade and investment in East Africa.

By Mike Kihaki 10 days ago

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Music, faith and culture take centre stage as Kenya's finest showcase creativity

The Kenya Music Festival Winners’ Concert in Bungoma showcased young talent while promoting cultural and social values through music and dance.

By Mike Kihaki 12 days ago

Universities battle for the crown as Kenya Music Festival reaches a crescendo

The battle for supremacy among Kenya’s universities has intensified at the 98th Kenya National Music Festival.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

What the passage of Public Participation Bill means to Kenyans

MPs have approved the Public Participation Bill, 2025, paving the way for the enactment of the Law deemed crucial for better citizen engagement in public governance.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Learners confront moral decay with sacred music and Taarab

Learners have turned to gospel music, sacred folk songs and Taarab to confront moral decay in society, using the festival stage to remind Kenyans of the values of faith, humility.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago

Five suspects in custody as DCI intensifies probe into Wasama killing

The number of suspects in custody over the killing of former Chesikaki councillor and Mt Elgon parliamentary hopeful Nathan Masai Wasama has risen to five.

By Mike Kihaki 11 days ago