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Didmus Barasa has 24 hours to surrender to police

Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa given 24 hours to surrender over shooting incident that left one person dead, Bungoma Police Commander Francis Kooli says.

By Mate Tongola 34 mins ago

Didmus Barasa has 24 hours to surrender to police

Man abandons cattle raiding to farm mangoes in Kerio Valley

Man abandons cattle raiding to farm mangoes in Kerio Valley

By Christopher Kipsang 4 hrs ago

China-Taiwan row to worsen global computer chip shortage

China-Taiwan row to worsen global computer chip shortage

By Peter Theuri 5 hrs ago

How to create networks and strengthen professional relationships

How to create networks and strengthen professional relationships

By Muriithi Ndegwa 8 hrs ago

Five big blunders entrepreneurs make

The best way to chart a successful path for your enterprise is to learn from the mistakes of others.

By Pauline Muindi 8 hrs ago

Five big blunders entrepreneurs make

Man charged with killings of two Muslims in US

“The driver was detained, and he is our primary suspect for the murders,” the tweet said.

By Associated Press 9 hrs ago

Man charged with killings of two Muslims in US

Police ask MP Didmus Barasa to surrender after rival candidate's aide shot dead

Bungoma police ask Kimilili MP Didmus Baraza to surrender himself after a rival candidate's aide is shot dead at Chebukwabi polling station, police report says.

By Winfrey Owino 13 hrs ago

Police ask MP Didmus Barasa to surrender after rival candidate's aide shot dead

China vs Taiwan

China vs Taiwan

By Harrison Muriuki 1 day ago

China vs Taiwan

Kenyan media battle for audiences in the coverage of the 2022 general election

Kenya media houses sharpen their tools to maintain a cutting edge in their coverage of the 2002 election

By Carole Kimutai 1 day ago

Kenyan media battle for audiences in the coverage of the 2022 general election

Azimio cries foul in Mombasa, Kakamega governor election

Azimio now wants IEBC commissioners probed and audited, questioning why only elections in the two counties were postponed.

By Betty Njeru 1 day ago

Azimio cries foul in Mombasa, Kakamega governor election

Real power is in the hands your MP not president

Critically, Parliament retains the tools to force executive’s compliance including the ability to remove Cabinet secretaries and in the extreme to impeach the president or the deputy president.

By Waikwa Wanyoike 2 days ago

Real power is in the hands your MP not president

Why you don't have to vote for all six positions

Unused ballot papers will be dropped in the respective boxes and counted as rejected in the final tally. Presiding officers will submit updates to the returning officers.

By Ibrahim Oruko 2 days ago

Why you don't have to vote for all six positions

Court pegs woman's child custody rights on her change of behaviour

The man claims he lived with the woman peacefully until the year 2016 when she started portraying weird and unwelcoming behaviours.

By Julius Chepkwony 2 days ago

Court pegs woman's child custody rights on her change of behaviour

Julius Yego wins bronze in Javelin at Commonwealth Games

Former World champion Julius Yego won a bronze medal for Kenya in the men's Javelin final after throwing one of his best attempts in three years at the Commonwealth Games

By Odero Charles 2 days ago

Julius Yego wins bronze in Javelin at Commonwealth Games

Coast shipping company unveils training plan for young seafarers

The International Maritime Organisation has been making efforts to create more space in the industry for women, including through training.

By Philip Mwakio 2 days ago

Coast shipping company unveils training plan for young seafarers

It wasn't me at Kasarani, Prof George Wajackoyah clears air

Prof Wajackoyah said his look-alike was at the Azimio rally in Kasarani Stadium, which misled the public into thinking he had jumped ship and joined his opponents.

By Judah Ben-Hur 2 days ago

It wasn't me at Kasarani, Prof George Wajackoyah clears air

Bomb blast victims wait for justice, 23 years later

In May 2021, the victims filed a petition at the Constitutional and Human Rights Division of the High Court in which they wanted the government compelled to admit liability in the terror attack.

By Peter Muiruri 2 days ago

Bomb blast victims wait for justice, 23 years later

Former soldier's relentless quest for Sh400m US payout

Benson Muriithi, who was honoured with the Distinguished Service Medal, is an ardent and frequent visitor to the US Embassy every year for commemoration ceremonies.

By Ndungu Gachane 2 days ago

Former soldier's relentless quest for Sh400m US payout

US Ambassador to Kenya: I will expedite VISA application process

Last week, the US embassy in Kenya released an advisory security alert to its citizens in Kisumu, warning of possible election-related chaos.

By Winfrey Owino 2 days ago

US Ambassador to Kenya: I will expedite VISA application process

Musk says Twitter deal could move ahead with 'bot' info

The billionaire and Tesla CEO has been trying to back out of his April agreement to buy the social media company, leading Twitter to sue him last month to complete the acquisition.

By AP 2 days ago

Musk says Twitter deal could move ahead with 'bot' info

Watamu Tree House: An original masterpiece

Award-winning Watamu Tree House is extraordinary. It is a scenic escape, a place for healing. Guests disconnect and reset; rejuvenate, recharge, and reinvent.

By Nailantei Kenga 3 days ago

Watamu Tree House: An original masterpiece

Resurgence of film in Kenya

The industry can be looked at as a ray of hope or a silver lining of sorts, a promise that creators in Kenya and Africa can rake in monies as big as their international counterparts.

By Kirsten Kanja 3 days ago

Resurgence of film in Kenya

Has your leader made a difference? Here's your say ahead of polls

Has your leader made a difference? Here’s your say ahead of polls

By George Maringa 3 days ago

Has your leader made a difference? Here's your say ahead of polls

Raila Odinga: I won't target my political rivals

Raila Odinga said on Saturday that he’ll embrace reconciliation in his government should he win the Tuesday, August 9 presidential election.

By George Maringa 3 days ago

Raila Odinga: I won't target my political rivals

Kenya to have free elections, new US ambassador says

“I have no doubt Kenya will showcase for the world what free and fair election looks like and how peaceful transitions work,” she said.

By PSCU 3 days ago

Kenya to have free elections, new US ambassador says

Football jersey 'plug' finds business footing

Muchiri rarely dresses celebrities as most expect freebies. The branding business is quite competitive owing to the huge interest in sports merchandise.

By Paul Kariuki 4 days ago

Football jersey 'plug' finds business footing

Presidential candidates commit to peaceful elections

The four presidential candidates in this year’s Kenya’s general election have committed to peaceful polls.

By David Njaaga 4 days ago

Presidential candidates commit to peaceful elections

Want to grow avocado? What you need to know

Avocados are ready for harvesting five to ten months after flowering. This depends on the variety and the ecological conditions of the region.

By Jeniffer Anyango 4 days ago

Want to grow avocado? What you need to know

EXPLAINER: What will it take to get Brittney Griner home?

With her court case concluded and her sentence pronounced, such a deal — assuming one can be reached with the Russians — is Griner’s best chance of being freed early.

By Associated Press 5 days ago

EXPLAINER: What will it take to get Brittney Griner home?

CEO of firms maintain positive business outlook ahead of polls

CEO Business Confidence Index gauges the confidence that business leaders have about their businesses, industry and the economy before polls.

By Dominic Omondi 5 days ago

CEO of firms maintain positive business outlook ahead of polls

Up in smoke: Is Roots party founded on a quicksand, and it's ready to flounder?

Wajackoyah, whose ratings tipped at 5 per cent, before plummeting to 2 per cent, has some lucid explanation for the rumours swirling about his impending defection to Azimio.

By Peter Kimani 5 days ago

Up in smoke: Is Roots party founded on a quicksand, and it's ready to flounder?

DP Ruto: Night meetings held to plot my loss on election day

DP Ruto has alleged that the government is fully out to ensure he loses the presidential election on August 9.

By Mate Tongola 5 days ago

DP Ruto: Night meetings held to plot my loss on election day

George Wajackoyah: Roots Party moles telling lies about me

Roots Party presidential candidate George Wajackoyah says certain people within his party are telling lies to the press about him.

By Mate Tongola 5 days ago

George Wajackoyah: Roots Party moles telling lies about me

Matiang'i declares Tuesday, August 9 a public holiday

Interior CS Fred Matiang’i gazettes Tuesday, August 9 as a public holiday to allow Kenyans to vote in the general election.

By Betty Njeru 6 days ago

Matiang'i declares Tuesday, August 9 a public holiday

Court directs IEBC to provide manual register in next week's polls

The High Court on Wednesday directed the IEBC to provide a manual register during the August 9, 2022 General Election.

By Kamau Muthoni 6 days ago

Court directs IEBC to provide manual register in next week's polls

China says military drills surrounding Taiwan underway

China begins intensive live fire military exercise around Taiwan following US Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to the island territory claimed by China

By Associated Press 6 days ago

China says military drills surrounding Taiwan underway

Land prices in satellite towns hit record high, shows report

Resurgence in land activity in the satellite towns attributed to an expansion of services in the wider Nairobi area, owing to infrastructure upgrades, and a growing population.

By Peter Theuri 6 days ago

Land prices in satellite towns hit record high, shows report

Alternative justice helps resolve capital offences

Reconciliation, arbitration, mediation and blood money compensation, outside the court’s jurisdiction, fall under the AJS module.

By Daniel Chege 6 days ago

Alternative justice helps resolve capital offences

Kibicho: Kisumu not on our security radar

This comes hours after Kenyans online reacted to the US Embassy advisory to its citizens.

By Winfrey Owino 6 days ago

Kibicho: Kisumu not on our security radar

Trouble in Wajackoyah party, Justina says will support the opposite side if need arises

Roots Party’s running mate also came forward and dismissed the endorsement allegations.

By Winfrey Owino 6 days ago

Trouble in Wajackoyah party, Justina says will support the opposite side if need arises

US Embassy: We didn't profile Kisumu as violent

The US Embassy in Kenya has said its earlier travel advisory to Kisumu wasn’t meant to profile the area as violent.

By Mate Tongola 6 days ago

Going back to indigenous foods will improve diet, food security

Traditionally, these crops, with the exception of arrow roots, are known to withstand water stress compared to maize.

By Dominic Kimani 6 days ago

Going back to indigenous foods will improve diet, food security

Ex-Botswana President Festus Mogae opts out of Kenya elections role

Ex-Botswana President Festus Mogae withdraws from Commonwealth Observer group in Kenya due to unforeseen circumstances, replaced by ex-Jamaica PM Bruce Golding.

By Betty Njeru 6 days ago

Ex-Botswana President Festus Mogae opts out of Kenya elections role

The missile that killed al-Qaida leader

Originally designed as an anti-tank missile in the 1980s, the Hellfire has been used by military and intelligence agencies over the last two decades.

By AP 6 days ago

The missile that killed al-Qaida leader

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