Kenya Headlines

Sun, 24 May 2026 11:06:57 +0300
Kindiki says government to promote 50,000 teachers
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said that the government will promote 50,000 after allocating funds for the exercise in the 2026/27 budget allocation.

Sat, 23 May 2026 16:42:16 +0300
Kenya grapples with rising femicide as Central leads in cases
At least 27 gender-based violence cases are under investigation, police say, vow to intensify efforts against rising femicide cases across the country.

Fri, 22 May 2026 20:30:34 +0300
Duale: Three suspected Ebola cases tested negative, surveillance upped
I wish to reassure all Kenyans that, as of 21st May 2026, Kenya has not reported any confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease, he said.

Wed, 20 May 2026 19:11:15 +0300
Orengo protests withdrawal of security detail
Orengo said the withdrawal of officers was carried out without prior notice, formal communication, or replacement.

Tue, 19 May 2026 18:00:00 +0300
With all due respect: Kaunda breaks silence after viral outburst
Kaunda said he never anticipated the attention that followed his remarks.

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:51:11 +0300
Mbadi dismisses matatu strike, warns against "emotional decisions"
UPDATE: Treasury, Transport and Energy ministries to meet matatu owners this evening to resolve ongoing crisis, CS Mbadi says.

Sun, 17 May 2026 17:48:11 +0300
Gideon Moi promises to reveal details of talks with Ruto
Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi described the issues as sensitive and weighty and promised to address them publicly at the right moment.

Sat, 16 May 2026 16:00:00 +0300
Staff exits loom at DP Kindiki's office as Sh95m set for gratuity payments
Resignations are looming at the Deputy President Kithure Kindiki ahead of the 2027 elections with the office now forced to set aside Sh95.4 million for gratuity payments.

Thu, 14 May 2026 20:06:17 +0300
Motorists hit again as fuel prices rise
In Nairobi, Super Petrol will now retail at Sh214.25 per litre, Diesel at Sh242.92, and Kerosene at Sh152.78.

Wed, 13 May 2026 19:52:00 +0300
Why you could start paying less for electricity
KenGen says strong water levels at key hydro dams could lead to lower electricity tariffs and a stable power supply for Kenyan households and businesses.

Mon, 11 May 2026 18:45:55 +0300
'A total lack of respect': Macron halts Africa Forward Summit youth forum over noise
French President Emmanuel Macron seized the microphone at a University of Nairobi youth forum on Monday and rebuked delegates for making noise during the Africa Forward Summit.

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:36:25 +0300
Kenya, France deepen partnership on education, youth, innovation
President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron have unveiled an ambitious Kenya-France partnership targeting education reforms

Sun, 10 May 2026 15:35:00 +0300
Inside Kenya's battle to stop 'goons and guns' as fears of political violence grow
The history of politically sponsored criminal gangs dates back to the reintroduction of multiparty democracy, unemployed youths are hired by politicians turn into tools of electoral intimidation.

Sat, 09 May 2026 19:13:20 +0300
NPS defends dismissal of 18 pregnant recruits amid backlash
The National Police Service (NPS) has defended the dismissal of 18 female recruits at the National Police College, Kiganjo, who tested positive for pregnancy.

Fri, 08 May 2026 20:50:00 +0300
Court to rule on fresh bid to halt Sh30b EABL shares sale
The fresh application by Bia Tosha comes barely a month after Justice Bahati Mwamuye dismissed a near-identical request on April 9, 2026.

Wed, 06 May 2026 19:00:00 +0300
Parliament staff under probe for forging academic papers
Authorities are probing a senior Parliamentary Service Commission employee over alleged forgery of academic papers.

Mon, 04 May 2026 14:08:19 +0300
Senator Cherargei tables motion to slash Uhuru's retirement benefits
Cherargei recommends that any funds recovered be redirected to support public welfare programmes.

Sat, 02 May 2026 13:45:56 +0300
Police arrest woman over death of Dr Job Obwaka
A 45-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the death of veteran gynaecologist Dr Job Obwaka.

Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:00 +0300
Fresh twist as police detain woman over Dr Obwaka's death
Tributes pour in for Dr Job Obwaka as leaders honour his legacy, while his death takes a new twist with the arrest of a woman linked to his final moments.

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:41:16 +0300
Nairobi Hospital Director Dr Job Obwaka is dead
Veteran gynaecologist and Nairobi Hospital director Dr Job Obwaka dies at Nairobi Hospital at 83, family confirms.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:52:58 +0300
IEBC decries budget constraints, security challenges after missing registration target
IEBC fell short of continuous voter registration target by 154,524 voters, chairperson Ethekon says at least 2.3 million new voters registered between March 30 and April 28.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:13:57 +0300
JSC nominates Justice Warsame for Supreme Court post
JSC nominates Justice Mohamed Warsame, 68, to fill Supreme Court vacancy, pending appointment, after two-day interviews; he has served at Court of Appeal since 2012.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:38:38 +0300
Court blocks Mariga faction from taking over FKF in fresh leadership row
The High Court has issued conservatory orders barring FKF Deputy President McDonald Mariga and his faction from taking over the leadership of the federation

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:06:59 +0300
Two Kenyans among 14 killed in South Sudan plane crash
Fourteen people including two Kenyans killed after a Cessna aircraft crashes near Juba, South Sudan civil aviation authority says bad weather likely caused the accident.

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0300
NCIC condemns hate speech as DCI arrests a politician
NCIC condemns alleged hateful remarks by a Garissa-based woman, Bare Sahara Ahmed, arrested over viral video, probed for incitement threatening national unity.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:06:54 +0300
Gor Mahia edge AFC Leopards to win 99th Mashemeji Derby
Gor Mahia beat AFC Leopards 1-0 during the 99th Mashemeji derby at Nyayo Stadium, to extend lead at top of Sportpesa Premier League to six points.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:02:55 +0300
Kalonzo blasts government over deadly Tseikuru attack
Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has criticized the government following a deadly bandit attack in Tseikuru, Mwingi North, Kitui County, terming the incident a grave failure of security.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0300
Court ends 53-year-old dispute over JM Kariuki's land
The family of late politician JM Kariuki has won a property dispute against his former alleged dancers after 53 years.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:50:12 +0300
From multiple injuries to fractured ribs, head and leg: What killed city lawyer
Imbukwa, who was allegedly beaten and left for dead last Sunday, succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday, April 21, while receiving treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:43:10 +0300
Yet another committee: UDA, ODM form joint team to align gov't agenda
UDA, ODM to form broad-based management committee of party leaders, CSs and Nat Assembly majority and minority leaders to align executive and legislative agendas, amid rising differences.

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