Kenya Headlines

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:13:56 +0300
Sharon Otieno's ghosts hound Obado as family demands Sh3.5 million, house and car
The family of Sharon Otieno is seeking a Sh3.5 million house, a car and millions of shillings they say former Migori Governor Zacharia Okoth Obado promised her before her death

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:17:52 +0300
Public officers eyeing elective posts to resign by February 10 - IEBC
Campaigning will close on August 7, 2027, 48 hours before Kenyans head to the polls.

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:39:05 +0300
Schools will open on August 24 as scheduled, Ogamba says
Education CS Julius Ogamba says schools to open for Term III on August 24, refutes social media reports of postponement, urges parents to rely on official notices.

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:55:00 +0300
Ruto denies Sh104bn SHA technology contract
"We didn't purchase the technology outright but engaged investors who own the equipment," Ruto stated

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:03:43 +0300
'That was not healthcare, it was theft'- Ruto on old health system
President Ruto says Universal Health Coverage is one of the most consequential social transformation programmes after the affordable housing; cites SHA, CHPs, facilities improvement and digitisation.

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:08:55 +0300
Gachagua: Opposition does not need Uhuru's money to send Ruto home
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua says the opposition doesn't need financial sponsorship in the 2027 poll battle, accuses President Ruto of attacking Uhuru Kenyatta.

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0300
Gachagua: We will protect ourselves against goons
Gachagua spoke a day after goons allegedly attacked his convoy at Kaptembwo in Nakuru West Sub-County

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:05:01 +0300
That's just wishful thinking, Gachagua mocks Ruto's 'must-win' 2027 claim
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed President William Ruto's declaration that his coalition "must win" the 2027 General Election, calling it wishful thinking.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:01:40 +0300
Ruto accuses Uhuru of failed projects, sponsoring opposition
Wale watu mumesikia mpango yao, agenda yao, mumesikia sera yao, mumesikia maono yao? Ruto asked.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:03:05 +0300
Court dismisses bid to strike out duty-free rice import case
The High Court has declined to strike out a case challenging the governments decision to allow duty-free rice into the country.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:24:42 +0300
You have failed Kenyans, Gachagua tells Ruto
Kenyans are not safe, our children are not safe, investors are not safe and foreigners are not safe. Foreigners are not safe, Investors are not safe, no one in Kenya is safe.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0300
Wamboka: Kalonzo, Gachagua and Matiang'i should back Sifuna
Linda Mwananchi leaders are urging Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua and Fred Matiangi to back Edwin Sifuna for president in 2027.

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:30:38 +0300
Kindiki defends government's development agenda in Mt Kenya
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has reiterated the governments commitment to ensure equitable development.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0300
Charlene Ruto's Koito lights up Kilgoris
Kilgoris was transformed into a spectacular theatre of love, culture, wealth and political power.

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:48:51 +0300
Police join protest victims' Sh25.75m reparations payout
A protest reparations panel has approved compensation for 49 police officers, awarding them Sh25.75 million alongside payments to civilians who suffered human rights violations.

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:49:15 +0300
EACC arrests Kitui County Chief Officer over Sh17.48m procurement fraud
The EACC has arrested Kitui County Chief Officer Gladys Mami Kivoto and five company directors over alleged conflict of interest and procurement irregularities involving Sh17.48 million contracts.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:06:26 +0300
High Court orders striking nurses back to work
Nurses across the 47 counties have been ordered to report back to work immediately or face legal action from the counties.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:27:50 +0300
NTSA blamed for poor signage, costly penalties
Most motorists argue that the system has become a source of frustration and financial burden.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:42:46 +0300
Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia arraigned over alleged inciting remarks
Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia was on Tuesday arraigned before the Milimani Law Courts over alleged inciting remarks made during a political rally in Kieni, Nyeri County.

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:35:55 +0300
Tension at Kamukunji Police Station as leaders demand Kaguchia's release
Tension is high at Kamukunji Police Station as opposition leaders led by Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia and lawyers demand the release of Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia after a court order.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:05:00 +0300
Why Kenyans' trust gap on IEBC continues to grow
The reconstituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) assumed office about a year ago on the backdrop of growing mistrust among Kenyans.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:01:00 +0300
CS sued in bid to kick out Railways boss, audit SGR contracts
A court battle is brewing over Kenya Railways operations and the corporations Managing Director Phillip Mainga's reign.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:24:57 +0300
Tiktoker Mauti changes plea, freed on bail in case involving Ruto's children
Mauti, who had initially pleaded guilty to the charge on Thursday, changed his plea after his lawyer Cliff Ombeta applied for the matter to be reopened and for the charge to be read again.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:34:44 +0300
Ruto calls for national dialogue to shape Kenya's vision
Ruto added that Kenya's improving investment climate had earned international recognition.

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:59:59 +0300
Lawyer seeks orders to suspend court boycott
Advocate Adrian Kamotho argues that the Law Society of Kenya's court boycott is unconstitutional, undermines judicial independence and denies litigants access to justice.

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0300
Ruto: Government will deal firmly with criminals
President William Ruto has declared war on individuals who involve in violence, destruction of property and political intimidation.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:08:28 +0300
Ruiru 'Vampire' arrested after lodging incident with woman
Police in Ruiru have arrested a 35-year-old man believed to be behind a series of bizarre and violent attacks in which residents were robbed and bitten

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:40:19 +0300
Murkomen: Police no longer rely on Gachagua's 'gossip'
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen accuses former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of spreading falsehoods, saying technology-driven policing has replaced "gossip-based" investigations.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 20:24:26 +0300
Gachagua: Why Ruto will not steal the 2027 General Election
Gachagua says the Ol Kalou by-election has provided opposition supporters with a blueprint on safeguarding the electoral process.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:14:27 +0300
Charles Owino appointed as Government Spokesperson
Owino, a former Police Spokesperson, has been appointed the new Government Spokesperson, taking over from Mwaura.

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