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Sierra Leone backs Kenya's Phoebe Okowa in ICJ race
Sierra Leone withdraws Charles Jalloh from the ICJ judge race after Round Two of voting, throws its weight behind Kenya’s candidate Phoebe Okowa.
By Mate Tongola 2 days ago
Sierra Leone backs Kenya's Phoebe Okowa in ICJ race
Why Sakaja has ditched UDA for ODM
“Baba, Raila Odinga is the one who told me to join ODM,” Sakaja said.
By Mate Tongola 3 days ago
Why Sakaja has ditched UDA for ODM
Tribunal lifts suspension on Ukombozi Alliance registration
Ukombozi Alliance has been seeking registration amid the legal dispute.
By Mate Tongola 7 days ago
Tribunal lifts suspension on Ukombozi Alliance registration
Bayern Munich, Ajax to headline Raila Odinga International Stadium opening
Ruto said the fixture would fulfil his promise to deliver a world-class stadium capable of hosting leading international teams
By Mate Tongola 8 days ago
Bayern Munich, Ajax to headline Raila Odinga International Stadium opening
Groups gather in Nairobi CBD ahead of fuel hike protests
The coalition pledged to maintain peace, ensure orderly participation, and respect the rights of the public throughout the march.
By Mate Tongola 10 days ago
Groups gather in Nairobi CBD ahead of fuel hike protests
Ebola: First batch contacts to leave quarantine on Sunday
“The end of this outbreak is within reach, and together we will get there,” Amoth added.
By Mate Tongola 14 days ago
Ebola: First batch contacts to leave quarantine on Sunday
Mudavadi calls for accountability, ethical leadership to rebuild public trust
“We cannot demand that people believe us; we must give them reasons to do so,” Mudavadi said.
By Mate Tongola 14 days ago
Mudavadi calls for accountability, ethical leadership to rebuild public trust
Weatherman warns of flash floods as rains expected in 45 counties
The department singled out parts of Mandera, Wajir, Lamu, Kilifi, Mombasa and Kwale counties as areas where isolated storms could occur.
By Mate Tongola 14 days ago
Weatherman warns of flash floods as rains expected in 45 counties
Kindiki, Kingi, Kang'ata, Khaminwa in race for prestigious Senior Counsel title
Also seeking the rank are former LSK president Faith Odhiambo, lawyers Donald B. Kipkorir, Ekuru Aukot, and veteran advocate Dr John Khaminwa.
By Mate Tongola 15 days ago
Kindiki, Kingi, Kang'ata, Khaminwa in race for prestigious Senior Counsel title
Kenya confirms ninth Ebola case
The latest case involves a 24-year-old man who is a close family member of the first patient, who died.
By Mate Tongola 16 days ago
Kenya confirms ninth Ebola case
Ruto launches Achieng Oneko's biography at Mashujaa Day celebrations
Oneko was among six prominent leaders who played a key role in Kenya’s struggle for independence.
By Mate Tongola 16 days ago
Ruto launches Achieng Oneko's biography at Mashujaa Day celebrations
Security heightened in Eldoret ahead of Mashujaa Day celebrations
Motorists and visitors have been urged to follow instructions from traffic officers and observe road signs
By Mate Tongola 17 days ago
Security heightened in Eldoret ahead of Mashujaa Day celebrations
Pope addresses crowd in Vatican after cancer surgery
People in the square welcomed the pope's speedy return.
By Mate Tongola 18 days ago
Pope addresses crowd in Vatican after cancer surgery
Orengo claims security detail withdrawn again
“I remain unbowed,” Orengo stated.
By Mate Tongola 21 days ago
Orengo claims security detail withdrawn again
IEBC sets October 15 deadline for parties ahead of 2027 polls
IEBC directs parties planning to contest the 2027 elections to submit names and specimen signatures of authorised officials by Thursday, October 15.
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
IEBC sets October 15 deadline for parties ahead of 2027 polls
Motorists, households face fresh fuel price hikes
The new prices take effect from October 15 to November 14, 2026.
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
Motorists, households face fresh fuel price hikes
Pope out of bed, progress 'normal' after lung cancer operation
Blood tests and a chest X-ray confirmed a normal post-operative course.
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
Pope out of bed, progress 'normal' after lung cancer operation
Three murders reported in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Elgeyo Marakwet
A 40-year-old woman was found dead in her bedroom with multiple stab wounds.
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
Three murders reported in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Elgeyo Marakwet
Oburu Oginga to leave hospital soon - ODM
“In fact, he's headed home either today or tomorrow,” she added.
By Mate Tongola 23 days ago
Oburu Oginga to leave hospital soon - ODM
How the global oil crisis has increased Kenya's fuel import costs
Wandayo says attacks on tankers and oil facilities have tightened global fuel supplies, while rising freight and insurance costs.
By Mate Tongola 23 days ago
How the global oil crisis has increased Kenya's fuel import costs
Marathoner Ronald Korir provisionally suspended over suspected doping
Korir's suspension comes amid a series of doping cases involving Kenyan distance runners.
By Mate Tongola 23 days ago
Marathoner Ronald Korir provisionally suspended over suspected doping
Govt steps up Ebola response as taskforce reviews preparedness
The taskforce stressed the need for a coordinated response to strengthen readiness across the health sector.
By Mate Tongola 24 days ago
Govt steps up Ebola response as taskforce reviews preparedness
KFS Helicopter crashes at Kericho Golf Club
The helicopter, registration number 5Y-FSK, belongs to KFS.
By Mate Tongola 24 days ago
KFS Helicopter crashes at Kericho Golf Club
Ruto hails Kipchoge after Melbourne Marathon triumph
Kipchoge crossed the finish line in 2:09:08.
By Mate Tongola 25 days ago
Ruto hails Kipchoge after Melbourne Marathon triumph
Why Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro was suspended from parliamentary business
Wetang’ula ruled that Nyoro would remain free to attend House sittings but would not be allowed to contribute or transact any business until he apologises.
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
Why Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro was suspended from parliamentary business
Kenya to host 2027 WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha
The rally will return to Kenya for the third round of the 2027 WRC season, scheduled for March 18 to 21.
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
Kenya to host 2027 WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha
High Court suspends 2026 National Youth Council elections
As a result, the elections will not proceed on the previously announced dates.
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
High Court suspends 2026 National Youth Council elections
IEBC urges Nakuru Town East MP to pay Sh2.5m fine after court dismisses challenge
The High Court ruled that Gikaria’s application had not met the threshold for the judicial review orders.
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
IEBC urges Nakuru Town East MP to pay Sh2.5m fine after court dismisses challenge
Ruto rebukes Sakaja for mumbling during a presentation
“I hope, Governor, you are listening. You know, this is the space you need to listen!” Ruto told Sakaja
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
Ruto rebukes Sakaja for mumbling during a presentation
Suspected Ebola patient tests negative in Wajir
Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi said preliminary laboratory results from samples had ruled out Ebola in the patient.
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
Suspected Ebola patient tests negative in Wajir
Wajir patient isolated over suspected viral haemorrhagic fever
The patient was also found to have severe anaemia, with a haemoglobin level of 4g/dL.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Wajir patient isolated over suspected viral haemorrhagic fever
Ruto unveils Sh390bn Geely electric mobility plan
The investment plan also includes 1,000 solar-powered charging hubs.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Ruto unveils Sh390bn Geely electric mobility plan
KMPDU demands urgent protection of healthcare workers after Ebola case
 “We cannot afford gaps in information when dealing with a disease of this nature,” KMPDU stated.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
KMPDU demands urgent protection of healthcare workers after Ebola case
Nairobi Hospital reassures public after Ebola patient dies
Nairobi Hospital said emergency services, maternity, theatres, wards and outpatient services were continuing as normal.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Nairobi Hospital reassures public after Ebola patient dies
WHO backs Kenya, DRC and Uganda in Ebola response
The support includes contact tracing, surveillance, screening and other response measures.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
WHO backs Kenya, DRC and Uganda in Ebola response
Ruto orders enhanced Ebola response
Contact tracing has also been extended to passengers who travelled on the same flight as the deceased after entering the country.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Ruto orders enhanced Ebola response
Maraga vows to crack down on corruption if elected president
“I will not steal from you, my family to steal from you or those I work with to steal from you,” Maraga said.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Maraga vows to crack down on corruption if elected president
Protests in Buru Buru over alleged bullying of Riara University student
The demonstrators called for action against those involved in the incident, which has sparked widespread outrage on social media.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Protests in Buru Buru over alleged bullying of Riara University student
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This man Wicknell Chivayo: Zimbabwe tycoon who dined with presidents
Chivayo described the roughly three-kilometre drive to the helipad as one of the most memorable experiences of his life.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
This man Wicknell Chivayo: Zimbabwe tycoon who dined with presidents
Ruto to Sifuna: "Follow parliamentary procedure to access Dangote refinery deal"
“I want to tell you, if you want the agreement, you know how it’s asked for at Parliament so that it’s brought,” Ruto said.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto to Sifuna: "Follow parliamentary procedure to access Dangote refinery deal"
Gachagua's challenge as rivals defy his Mt Kenya dominance
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By Prestone Murunga
5 hrs ago