Evading diplomatic goof? Kenya halts inauguration of Somaliland liaison office
Kenya denies approving inauguration of Somaliland's Liaison Office into a Diplomatic Office, halts event scheduled for Tuesday, May 27.
By Denis Omondi 7 days ago
Evading diplomatic goof? Kenya halts inauguration of Somaliland liaison office
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Tanzania's Samia Suluhu: Reformer or rising autocrat?
Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan is the subject of cross-border criticism following a government crackdown on foreign human rights defenders.
By Denis Omondi 10 days ago
Tanzania's Samia Suluhu: Reformer or rising autocrat?
Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire freed, dumped near Tanzania border
Ugandan advocate Agather Atuhaire found abandoned near the Mutukula border after being detained in Tanzania, alongside Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi.
By Denis Omondi 10 days ago
Ugandan activist Agather Atuhaire freed, dumped near Tanzania border
Why Cardinal John Njue will not vote in papal conclave
Cardinal John Njue unable to travel to Rome for papal conclave due to health reasons, Nairobi Archdiocese says; election set for tomorrow at 5.30pm EAT.
By Denis Omondi 27 days ago
Why Cardinal John Njue will not vote in papal conclave
Ruto: I will deliver on promises before 2027
President William Ruto has vowed to keep the numerous promises he has made to Kenyans before the next general elections.
By Denis Omondi 27 days ago
Ruto: I will deliver on promises before 2027
KWS officers charged over abduction of Brian Odhiambo
Six KWS officers charged with abduction over the disappearance of fisherman Brian Odhiambo; to be remanded at Nakuru GK Prison until May 12.
By Denis Omondi 28 days ago
KWS officers charged over abduction of Brian Odhiambo
'Chill, folks,' Makau Mutua says after backlash on Ruto appointment
Law professor Makau Mutua has defended his decision to accept an appointment from President William Ruto, hitting back at critics who accused him of political hypocrisy.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
'Chill, folks,' Makau Mutua says after backlash on Ruto appointment
In pictures: Matiang'i's Gusii region tour
Former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i begins his homecoming tour in Kijauri, Borabu, Nyamira County in a day-long meet-the-people tour that will cover Kisii and Nyamira counties.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
In pictures: Matiang'i's Gusii region tour
'No shame in begging,' Morara's pitch for campaign contributions
In the proposal, an estimated 15 million eligible young voters were expected to raise Sh1.5 billion through individual contributions of Sh100.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
'No shame in begging,' Morara's pitch for campaign contributions
Lawyers blast IPOA over slow investigations into extrajudicial killings
LSK has faulted IPOA for its sluggish handling of police brutality cases, warning that such delays could be perceived as a neglect of duty.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Lawyers blast IPOA over slow investigations into extrajudicial killings
How some MPs planned to 'bomb' Ruto's China visit
Foreign Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi has revealed that a group of Kenyan lawmakers attempted to organise a parallel visit to Taiwan during President William Ruto's state visit to China.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
How some MPs planned to 'bomb' Ruto's China visit
'Why now?' Kenyans question IPOA report on progress of probe into extrajudicial killings
The Ministry of Interior has come to the defense of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) following intense public criticism over its response to BBC's Blood Parliament documentary.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
'Why now?' Kenyans question IPOA report on progress of probe into extrajudicial killings
Moi condemns police brutality in Narok clashes
KANU Chair Gideon Moi condemns police brutality following clashes over land dispute in Angata-Barrikoi, Narok County; calls for investigations to hold perpetrators accountable.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Moi condemns police brutality in Narok clashes
Kaluma blasts BBC for exposing police who shot Gen Z protesters
Homabay Town MP Peter Kaluma has urged the government to withdraw the operating license for the BBC following the release of its 'Blood Parliament' documentary revisiting the Gen Z protests.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Kaluma blasts BBC for exposing police who shot Gen Z protesters
Uhuru: How I remember Pope Francis
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has eulogised the late Pope Francis as a humble, servant leader who embodied the teachings of Jesus Christ and left an indelible mark on the world.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Uhuru: How I remember Pope Francis
In pictures: Kenya holds requiem mass for Pope Francis
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta is among several leaders attending a requiem mass in honor of Pope Francis at Holy Family Basilica in Nairobi.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
In pictures: Kenya holds requiem mass for Pope Francis
Kenyatta bets on Africa's youth to rescue continent
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged young Africans to embrace self-reliance as opposed to dependence on foreign opportunities.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Kenyatta bets on Africa's youth to rescue continent
Sifuna: Why KURA and KeRRA 'must go' to strengthen devolution
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has called for the disbanding of KURA and KeRRA, as the battle over the control of the multibillion-shilling Roads Maintenance Levy Fund (RMLF) rages.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Sifuna: Why KURA and KeRRA 'must go' to strengthen devolution
Nelson Havi's conduct embarrassed legal profession, tribunal says
Advocates Disciplinary Tribunal finds lawyer Nelson Havi guilty of misconduct and using vulgar and abusive language against former LSK president Allen Gichuhi.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Nelson Havi's conduct embarrassed legal profession, tribunal says
Kimani Ngunjiri: Why I have broken ranks with Gachagua
Former Bahati MP Kimani Ngunjiri has distanced himself politically from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, citing ideological differences.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Kimani Ngunjiri: Why I have broken ranks with Gachagua
Five things that won Pope Francis followers, and earned him critics
Even in death, Pope Francis remains a polarising figure,to some, he was a Pope for modern times, while to others, he was a departure from sacred tradition
By Dennis Omondi, Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Five things that won Pope Francis followers, and earned him critics
Expert: Kenya must review 'ambiguous' organ donation laws
Willis Okumu, the researcher at the center of a recent Deutsche Welle (DW) expose on kidney trafficking, has called for a review of the Kenya Health Act of 2017.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Expert: Kenya must review 'ambiguous' organ donation laws
World leaders mourn Pope Francis
World leaders have mourned the death of Pope Francis hailing him for his servant leadership and a papacy that championed the rights of the downtrodden in the society.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
World leaders mourn Pope Francis
Explained: The eight Days of Easter's Holy Week
The events of the Holy Week are recorded in all four Gospels of the Bible's New Testament: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Explained: The eight Days of Easter's Holy Week
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Muzzled on stage, Echoes of War finds new life online
Echoes of War never lived to see the stage at the Melvin Jones School in Nakuru, but its message has reverberated far beyond the 63rd National Drama and Film Festival.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Muzzled on stage, Echoes of War finds new life online
Easter weekend begins as Christians mark Good Friday (Photos)
President William Ruto urges road safety as Easter celebrations begin; Catholic faithful mark Way of the Cross across the country.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Easter weekend begins as Christians mark Good Friday (Photos)
Creatives demand artistic freedom as curtains fall on drama festivals
A section of Kenya's leading creatives have called on the government to create a more conducive environment for artists to express themselves freely, following Butere girls drama.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Creatives demand artistic freedom as curtains fall on drama festivals
Israel urges probe into organ trafficking syndicate involving its citizens
Israel has committed to continue fighting global organ trafficking after it emerged that some Israeli citizens received organs from trafficked foreigners at Eldoret's Mediheal Hospital.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Israel urges probe into organ trafficking syndicate involving its citizens
Mediheal denies organ trafficking claims following expose
Mediheal Hospital denies involvement in a global organ trafficking syndicate, Operations Vice President Maryline Limo says patients source and select donors, not the facility.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Mediheal denies organ trafficking claims following expose
Village elders near recognition as Kenyans share views
Countrywide public participation forums were held today across the eight former provinces to collect citizens' views on the proposed formal recognition of village elders.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Village elders near recognition as Kenyans share views
Faith Odhiambo: Transparency will restore trust in courts
Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has called on the Judiciary to embrace transparency to curb corruption allegations facing some judges.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Faith Odhiambo: Transparency will restore trust in courts
'Little' experience, past controversial bills come to haunt Ruku
Public Service CS nominee Geoffrey Ruku denies attempting to curtail Kenyans' freedom to protest through his Assembly and Demonstrations Bill 2024.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
'Little' experience, past controversial bills come to haunt Ruku
Expert: the good and bad of Trump tariffs for Kenyans
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, April 9, walked back on his new tariffs that were widely expected to upset global trade.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Expert: the good and bad of Trump tariffs for Kenyans
Government opens probe into frequent Gikomba, Toi market fires
Security agencies directed to investigate rampant Gikomba and Toi market fires; 10 modern markets to be built in Nairobi, DP Kithure Kindiki says.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Government opens probe into frequent Gikomba, Toi market fires
What we know so far: Sinking Mombasa building demolished
Nyali Bridge, nearby businesses closed and buildings cordoned off as KDF begins demolition of sinking multi-storey building in Mombasa; Governor Nassir says exercise to take eight hours.
By Denis Omondi and Benard Sanga 1 month ago
What we know so far: Sinking Mombasa building demolished
Dishonorable! Female MPs caught on camera in fistfight
Nominated MP Umulkheir Harun Mohammed, also known as Umi, has apologised over what she termed an 'unfortunate incident' of her altercation with EALA MP Falhada Iman.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Dishonorable! Female MPs caught on camera in fistfight
Six dead as cholera outbreak spreads
Cholera outbreak: Six people dead, 97 cases reported; all counties put on high alert as Migori, Kisumu, and Nairobi record surge in infections, Health CS Duale says.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Six dead as cholera outbreak spreads
Murkomen's warning shot to politicians financing criminal gangs
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has ordered the immediate arrest of politicians suspected of financing criminal gangs that have terrorised Kwale residents.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Murkomen's warning shot to politicians financing criminal gangs
Job scams: Some Kenyans aiding their own smuggling, says PS Njogu
Kenyans seeking employment abroad have been urged to cooperate with the government throughout the recruitment process to avoid falling victim to scams.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Job scams: Some Kenyans aiding their own smuggling, says PS Njogu
Wamuchomba claims her life at risk, security withdrawn
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba claims her life is in danger after she continued to receive phone calls from unidentified individuals claiming to be working with the DCI.
By Denis Omondi 1 month ago
Wamuchomba claims her life at risk, security withdrawn
Why IMF, World Bank hand in Kenya budget faces pushback
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