Kenya Headlines
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:54:49 +0300Over 8,500 Nakuru teens infected with HIV in one year
New HIV infections among teenagers aged 15 to 19 in Nakuru County have risen to 8,563 over the past year. Last year, 3,586 adolescents tested positive, highlighting a significant increase.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:29:28 +0300By-election winners set for swearing-in as IEBC gazettes names
IEBC gazettes names of 22 winners of November 27 by-elections, says polls complied with the Constitution and Election Act.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 20:08:00 +0300Why I won't applaud Ndakwa, Mudavadi for winning Malava
Congratulations, David Athman Ndakwa of Malava, as well as to Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi, for clinching the Malava parliamentary seat.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0300Kenyan fighting for Russia killed in Ukraine amid fake job scam row
A man who left the country less than 40 days ago, following a job promise in Russia, has become the first known fatality on the frontlines of Russias war against Ukraine.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 20:51:43 +0300Nyamira by-elections erupt in violence with machetes, torched vehicles
Earlier, a machete-wielding gang had gathered at Tindereti Primary, where chaos ensued.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 20:22:21 +0300Kindiki: How Gachagua snatched Ruto's running mate from me
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has revealed the behind-the-scenes intrigues of the 2022 Ruto campaign that elevated Rigathi Gachagua to the Deputy President role.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 20:55:00 +0300IEBC receives first batch of by-election ballot papers
The initial consignment comprised 10 pallets containing ballot papers and statutory forms.
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 18:17:53 +0300Court to decide if Lawyer Chacha Mwita will be held for terrorism probe
The state in their application want the lawyer held as ATPU probe alleged Mwita links to terrorism financing.
Sun, 16 Nov 2025 20:55:00 +0300Nyaribo under siege as third impeachment bid loads
Governor Amos Nyaribo faces a third attempt at impeachment at the County Assembly over alleged abuse of office and constitutional violations, with the motion scheduled for a special sitting on Monday.
Sat, 15 Nov 2025 20:08:00 +0300No marriage, no matrimonial property, Court of Appeal says
The man sued his girlfriend, with whom he had allegedly cohabited for the last 24 years, claiming that theirs was more than a friendship.
Fri, 14 Nov 2025 19:18:19 +0300Prominent city lawyer arrested over terror financing
The lawyer who was arrested in Mombasa County is being held over his financing role that targeted over 17 people.
Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:18:23 +0300AAR Hospital refutes claims Betty Bayo was denied treatment over unpaid bill
Betty had been unwell for about a week before her passing.
Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:54:40 +0300Isiolo South MP Tubi Bidu Mohamed is dead
Tubi Bidu Mohamed died while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:34:16 +0300KRA appoints George Obell as new commissioner
George Obell appointed as KRAs Commissioner for Micro and Small Taxpayers Department effective November 10, hes been acting since the creation of the unit in March.
Sun, 09 Nov 2025 14:40:12 +0300UDA and ODM leaders intensify campaigns ahead of by-elections
Leaders allied to the broad-based government have intensified campaigns for ODM candidate Moses Omondi in the Ugunja parliamentary by-election, slated for November 27.
Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:16:11 +0300How banditry drove Marakwet families into a death trap: Inside the mudslide tragedy
Locals who lived in the rolling fields of Kerio Valley were pushed by perennial cattle rustling raids to settle and farm on the Marakwet escarpments.
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:30:00 +0300Why Muthama wants woman barred from using his name
Former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama moved to court, seeking to have his name removed from a 36-year-old womans birth certificate.
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:48:18 +0300Nairobi and Dar es Salaam hold Talks on welfare of Kenyans in Tanzania
Mudavadi noted that there have been reports of rights violations affecting some Kenyans in Tanzania.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:37:24 +0300Police probe death of 4-year-old allegedly killed by minors in Ongata Rongai
Two minors, aged 12 and 10, tied the boy's hands and legs before throwing him into river.
Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:50:59 +0300Ruto appoints Faith Odhiambo's replacement in compensation panel
The appointment comes amid mounting criticism from the legal fraternity and human rights organisations over the legitimacy of the selection panel.
Mon, 03 Nov 2025 20:40:00 +0300Elgeyo Marakwet mudslides death toll hits 30
UPDATE: 30 bodies recovered from Elgeyo Marakwet mudslides, 19 missing, 15 have been discharged from hospitals, government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura says.
Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:53:37 +0300Kipruto, Obiri seal Kenyan double at New York Marathon
Kenya's Benson Kipruto held off a thrilling late charge from Alexander Mutiso to win the New York Marathon while Hellen Obiri smashed the course record to win the women's race.
Fri, 31 Oct 2025 20:56:48 +0300At least 25 Tanzanians treated in Migori, several with gunshot wounds
At least 25 Tanzanian nationals are receiving treatment in various hospitals in Migori County after crossing into Kenya amid protests in Tanzania.
Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:56:10 +0300Makenzi allegedly ate in secret while his followers starved in custody
Controversial preacher Paul Makenzi allegedly ate in secret while in custody as he encouraged his followers to starve in the name of fasting.
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:24:26 +0300No relief for Waititu as court upholds Sh53.5m bail demand
Justice Njuguna then allowed the request on condition that Waititu deposit a Sh53 million bank guarantee to secure his release.
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:55:00 +0300Harambee Starlets seal 2026 WAFCON qualification
The victory confirms the girls' second appearance at WAFCON, their first since 2016.
Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:27:52 +0300ODM vows to remain in broad-based government, honour Raila's legacy
The ODM Central Management Committee has endorsed Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga as the new party leader, succeeding the late Raila Odinga.
Sun, 26 Oct 2025 19:03:07 +0300Murkomen: Sh8 billion drugs consignment to be destroyed
Interior CS Murkomen has announced that narcotics worth Sh8 billion, seized in a major maritime operation off the Kenyan coast, will be publicly destroyed.
Sat, 25 Oct 2025 19:54:04 +0300Kenya Navy seizes Sh8.2b drug haul, arrests six Iranians
A drug haul worth Sh8.2 billion has been seized in the Indian Ocean and six Iranians arrested by security agencies.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:56:50 +0300Kiambu doctors call off 150-day strike
Kiambu doctors call off 150-day strike after agreement between CoG, KMPDU, and county government; medics to receive one months salary upon returning to work.