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How 2025 KJSEA candidates can check results
2025 KJSEA candidates to access their results online via kjsea.knec.ac.ke; learners to enter their assessment number and any of their registered names, CS Ogamba says.
By 2 days ago
How 2025 KJSEA candidates can check results
How Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary expansion will boost black rhino population
Kenya aims to raise the annual growth rate of its black rhino population from five percent to eight percent following the expansion of the Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary.
By 3 days ago
How Tsavo West Rhino Sanctuary expansion will boost black rhino population
Abductions, killings leading rights violations in 2025, KNCHR says
Some 661 complaints of freedom violations and 15 abductions linked to security officers were reported in 2025, with 57 civil and rights violations-related deaths, KNCHR report shows.
By 4 days ago
Abductions, killings leading rights violations in 2025, KNCHR says
Right direction for the country, Mbadi defends Safaricom stake sale
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the government's plan to sell 15 per cent of its 35 per cent Safaricom stake for Sh204.3 billion, dismissing concerns over.
By 8 days ago
Right direction for the country, Mbadi defends Safaricom stake sale
Kenyans should not fund roads through tolls, Nyoro warns
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has criticised the government over its plan to introduce a toll on the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Summit Highway.
By 9 days ago
Kenyans should not fund roads through tolls, Nyoro warns
'Time to work and deliver,' Oburu tells ODM after by-election victory
ODM leader Oburu Oginga calls on party members to consolidate gains in three constituencies after sweeping November 27 by-elections.
By 11 days ago
'Time to work and deliver,' Oburu tells ODM after by-election victory
Ruto launches Sh170 billion Rironi-Mau Summit highway dualling
President Ruto launches dualling of 175km Rironi-Mau Summit highway; project expected to ease congestion and boost Northern Corridor trade
By 15 days ago
Ruto launches Sh170 billion Rironi-Mau Summit highway dualling
Live Blog: How Kenya is voting in the by-elections
Kenyans are voting in at least 22 areas today to elect new representatives.
By 16 days ago
Live Blog: How Kenya is voting in the by-elections
Women and girls hardest hit by inequality in Kenya - Oxfam Report
A new Oxfam Kenya report has revealed that women and girls are among those hit hardest by inequality in the country.
By 17 days ago
Women and girls hardest hit by inequality in Kenya - Oxfam Report
Thursday's by-elections will expose IEBC's 2027 readiness, MP Adow says
Wajir South Member of Parliament Mohammed Adow has urged (IEBC) to intensify voter registration and education ahead of the 2027 General Election.
By 17 days ago
Thursday's by-elections will expose IEBC's 2027 readiness, MP Adow says
Kenya-UK trade hits Sh340 billion on rising exports
Trade between Kenya and UK surpasses Sh340 billion on higher exports; Kenya exported goods worth Sh63b and services worth Sh71.5b in year ending September 2025.
By 1 month ago
Kenya-UK trade hits Sh340 billion on rising exports
EALA MP Sankok claims Tanzania polls met constitutional standards
The East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) member David Sankok has accused “external forces” of fueling unrest in Tanzania.
By 1 month ago
EALA MP Sankok claims Tanzania polls met constitutional standards
'An administrative event': Why experts say Tanzania didn't hold a real election
KHRC Board member Kwamchetsi Makokha and security expert Nicodemus Minde have condemned Tanzania elections, terming them “an administrative event”
By 1 month ago
'An administrative event': Why experts say Tanzania didn't hold a real election
Kenya opens consulate in Jeddah
Kenya has officially inaugurated its Consulate General in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
By 1 month ago
Kenya opens consulate in Jeddah
Interior Ministry issues warning as heavy rains claim at least 13 lives
The Ministry of Interior has issued an advisory on the impact of the ongoing October to December short rains across the country.
By 1 month ago
Interior Ministry issues warning as heavy rains claim at least 13 lives
KWS defends new payment system, says it is more flexible
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has defended the transition from the old e-Citizen platform to the new KWSPAY e-Citizen payment system.
By 1 month ago
KWS defends new payment system, says it is more flexible
AUC congratulates Samia Suluhu on election win, urges peace in Tanzania
African Union Chairperson African Union Chairperson has congratulated Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu on her election victory.
By 1 month ago
AUC congratulates Samia Suluhu on election win, urges peace in Tanzania
CHADEMA rejects poll, refuses to recognise Suluhu as President
CHADEMA Party says it doesn't recognise Samia Suluhu as president, rejects Tanzania’s NEC election results, urging the international community to do the same.
By 1 month ago
CHADEMA rejects poll, refuses to recognise Suluhu as President
Police constables to be recruited next month, NPS says
The National Police Service has said the nationwide recruitment for the 2025 cohort of police constables will take place on November 17, 2025.
By 1 month ago
Police constables to be recruited next month, NPS says
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Decades in power: African countries with the oldest presidents
The re-election of 92-year-old Paul Biya this October for an eighth term as Cameroon’s president has reignited debate over presidential age limits in Africa.
By 1 month ago
Decades in power: African countries with the oldest presidents
COTU calls for an end to child labour
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has called for more stringent laws to help curb child labour across the country, especially in the tea and coffee sectors.
By 1 month ago
COTU calls for an end to child labour
Duale defends transfer of Linda Mama program to SHA
Health CS Duale has defended the government’s decision to transfer the Linda Mama free maternal care program to the (SHA)
By 1 month ago
Duale defends transfer of Linda Mama program to SHA
In pictures: Rare opportunity as EPL trophy visits Standard Group
The English Premier League (EPL) trophy has arrived at the Standard Group headquarters in Nairobi on Saturday, October 25.
By 1 month ago
In pictures: Rare opportunity as EPL trophy visits Standard Group
Ex-Senator Orwoba accuses leaders of politicising Governor Kahiga's remarks
Former nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba has accused some leaders of politicising remarks made by Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga on the death of Raila Odinga.
By 1 month ago
Ex-Senator Orwoba accuses leaders of politicising Governor Kahiga's remarks
KNH unveils reconstructed face of boy after groundbreaking surgery
KNH has unveiled the face of seven-year-old Ian Baraka, following a successful reconstructive surgery hailed as a global medical milestone.
By 1 month ago
KNH unveils reconstructed face of boy after groundbreaking surgery
Nassir: ODM can't afford sideshows ahead of by-elections
Mombasa Governor and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Deputy Party Leader Abdullswamad Nassir has urged ODM members to remain focused and ignore distractions.
By 1 month ago
Nassir: ODM can't afford sideshows ahead of by-elections
Anti-graft agency recovers Sh30m grabbed public land in Mombasa
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered public land worth Sh30 million that had been illegally acquired.
By 1 month ago
Anti-graft agency recovers Sh30m grabbed public land  in Mombasa
Postal workers threaten nationwide strike over unpaid salaries
Kenya Postal Workers Union has announced plans to begin a nationwide strike on Monday, October 27, 2025, to protest seven months of unpaid salaries.
By 1 month ago
Postal workers threaten nationwide strike over unpaid salaries
KNH surgeons set world record with 20.8kg breast reduction surgery
KNH surgeons perform world’s largest breast reduction, removing 20.86kg of tissue from 17-year-old girl suffering from rare gigantomastia.
By 1 month ago
KNH surgeons set world record with 20.8kg breast reduction surgery
Weatherman warns of intensified rains across several regions
Kenya Met Department warns of rainfall of more than 30mm in the Highlands and South-Eastern Lowlands urges residents to be cautious of landslides.
By 1 month ago
Weatherman warns of intensified rains across several regions
'I wasn't invited,' Kitui Senator explains absence from Mashujaa fete in his own county
Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua has revealed he did not attend this year’s Mashujaa Day celebration in his own county because he was not consulted or involved in planning.
By 1 month ago
'I wasn't invited,' Kitui Senator explains absence from Mashujaa fete in his own county
'I won't betray you, Baba,' Mbadi, Joho vow
Cabinet Secretaries Joho (Mining), Wandayi (Energy), and Mbadi (Treasury) have pledged unwavering loyalty to their late party leader, Raila Odinga, vowing not to betray him.
By 1 month ago
'I won't betray you, Baba,' Mbadi, Joho vow
End of an era: Lights dim as Raila Odinga buried (Photos)
Thousands of mourners have gathered at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University in Bondo to pay their last respects to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
By 1 month ago
End of an era: Lights dim as Raila Odinga buried (Photos)
Winnie Odinga hints at readiness to 'return home' as family pays tribute
EALA MP Winnie Odinga tells President Ruto she is ready to ‘come back home’ and serve her people; she was nominated to the regional assembly by ODM.
By 1 month ago
Winnie Odinga hints at readiness to 'return home' as family pays tribute
Former US President Obama eulogises Raila as a 'champion of democracy'
Former US President Barack Obama has eulogized former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as a true champion of democracy.
By 1 month ago
Former US President Obama eulogises Raila as a 'champion of democracy'
Baba's farewell: How mourners were overwhelmed by grief at Mamboleo grounds
A somber mood engulfed the Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu, as thousands of mourners gathered to view the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
By 1 month ago
Baba's farewell: How mourners were overwhelmed by grief at Mamboleo grounds
'I was Jaramogi's food taster,' Wajackoyah reveals as he mourns Raila
Roots Party of Kenya Leader George Wajackoyah has eulogised former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as an enigma whose shoes cannot be filled.
By 1 month ago
'I was Jaramogi's food taster,' Wajackoyah reveals as he mourns Raila
How Baba died, Winnie Odinga recounts
Winnie Odinga dismisses speculation over cause of Raila Odinga’s death, says he died in her arms and had been taking daily walks while receiving treatment in India.
By 1 month ago
How Baba died, Winnie Odinga recounts
Kenyans throng Nyayo Stadium to bid farewell to Raila Odinga
Thousands of mourners have already arrived at Nyayo Stadium for the state funeral of the former Prime Minister Raila Odinga even as security is beefed up in various parts of Nairobi.
By 1 month ago
Kenyans throng Nyayo Stadium to bid farewell to Raila Odinga
My husband despised dishonesty, Ida Odinga says in heartfelt tribute to Raila
The widow of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, Mama Ida Odinga, has called on Kenyans to maintain peace as the country mourns her husband.
By 1 month ago
My husband despised dishonesty, Ida Odinga says in heartfelt tribute to Raila
Cyrus Jirongo: The man western Kenya loved but failed to crown
Western
By Brian Kisanji and Mary Imenza
3 mins ago
Discovered by Moi allies, Jirongo climbed fast but crashed faster
National
By Biketi Kikechi
53 mins ago
Inside William Ruto's plan to inherit Raila's political base
Nyanza
By Harold Odhiambo
53 mins ago
How legal battles crippled Jirongo
National
By Biketi Kikechi
53 mins ago