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Family identifies unconscious man dumped in Ruaka
A suspected abduction victim whose photos went viral today morning has been identified as Jackson Njuguna Wambui by his family.
By 5 days ago
Family identifies unconscious man dumped in Ruaka
'Activist Ndiangui Kinyagia not in police custody', DCI boss Amin says
Police deny holding X influencer Ndiangui Kinyagia; DCI boss Mohamed Amin says he is a person of interest in an active investigation, urges him to surrender to police.
By 6 days ago
'Activist Ndiangui Kinyagia not in police custody', DCI boss Amin says
KRA extends deadline to file tax returns amid portal downtime
KRA extends period to file tax returns by 24 hours, to end at midnight July 1; Kenyans had up to today to complete the exercise.
By 6 days ago
KRA extends deadline to file tax returns amid portal downtime
Government waives Boniface Kariuki's hospital bill
Government waives Boniface Kariuki’s Sh815,805 hospital bill, Health CS Aden Duale directs Kenyatta National Hospital to waive bills for June 17 and 25 protest victims.
By 6 days ago
Government waives Boniface Kariuki's hospital bill
DCI denies summoning Gachagua as protest probe heats up
Police pursuing financiers and mobilisers of the June 25 anniversary protests; DCI boss Mohamed Amin says goons were ferried to cause violence in various towns.
By 6 days ago
DCI denies summoning Gachagua as protest probe heats up
Senators to debate counties revenue bills in special Friday sitting
Senate to hold special sitting at 2.30pm to consider Bills including Equalisation Funds Appropriations Bill 2025 and County Allocation of Revenue Bill 2025, Speaker Kingi says.
By 9 days ago
Senators to debate counties revenue bills in special Friday sitting
Ruto, Raila attend funeral in Kilifi as protests gain shape
President William Ruto and Raila Odinga arrive in Kilifi for burial of Mzee Gideon Mung’aro, father to the Governor, amid nationwide protests.
By 11 days ago
Ruto, Raila attend funeral in Kilifi as protests gain shape
'We have no other country,' says Ruto as protests grip Kenya
President Ruto warns against violence and vandalism during ongoing June 25 protests, says Kenyans have ‘only one country to build.’
By 11 days ago
'We have no other country,' says Ruto as protests grip Kenya
Tight security, road closures as Kenya marks June 25 protests anniversary
Security has been heightened in Nairobi ahead of planned protests marking the first anniversary of last year’s anti-tax demonstrations, during which at least 60 people were killed.
By 12 days ago
Tight security, road closures as Kenya marks June 25 protests anniversary
Government threatens media blackout over protests coverage
Communications Authority directs all TV and radio stations to halt live coverage of June 25 protests; DG Mugonyi warns of unspecified action, says broadcasts violate regulations.
By 11 days ago
Government threatens media blackout over protests coverage
23.9 million Kenyans register for Taifa Care
At least  23.9 million Kenyans have registered for Taifa Care surpassing the 9 million covered under the defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF).
By 13 days ago
23.9 million Kenyans register for Taifa Care
Advocate linked to controversial protest program missing
LSK raises concern over possible arrest or detention of missing advocate Ndiangui Kinyagia; he shared the June 25 protest program on X.
By 13 days ago
Advocate linked to controversial protest program missing
Qatar Airways suspends flights amid Iranian missile attacks
Qatar Airways temporarily suspends flights due to closure of airspace following missile attacks by Iran at a US military base, affected passengers to receive support.
By 13 days ago
Qatar Airways suspends flights amid Iranian missile attacks
Raila Odinga 'very disappointed' by collapse of Adani deal
Raila Odinga says he’s ‘very disappointed’ by cancellation of controversial Adani-JKIA deal, argues Kenya’s aviation industry risks falling behind regional competitors.
By 16 days ago
Raila Odinga 'very disappointed' by collapse of Adani deal
Families of Gen Z protest victims demand Ruto apology
Families of victims of June 2024 protests demand apology from President Ruto over deaths, caution police and hired goons against inciting violence during next week’s commemoration.
By 16 days ago
Families of Gen Z protest victims demand Ruto apology
IPOA in bed with police, former chairperson Njeru claims
Lawyer Macharia Njeru, the founding chairperson of IPOA, has questioned the agency’s independence amid growing public criticism over its perceived inefficiency.
By 17 days ago
IPOA in bed with police, former chairperson Njeru claims
Identify man shot in protest, LSK's Faith Odhiambo tells government
LSK President Faith Odhiambo has urged authorities to reveal the identity of a mask vendor who was shot by a police officer at close range during protests in Nairobi yesterday.
By 18 days ago
Identify man shot in protest, LSK's Faith Odhiambo tells government
How KNH surgeons removed bullet from Boniface Kariuki's head
Boniface Kariuki was shot on the left side of the head during Tuesday's protests, bullet removed, but remains in critical condition and has been moved to ICU, KNH surgeons say.
By 18 days ago
How KNH surgeons removed bullet from Boniface Kariuki's head
Justice for Ojwang: Protests erupt in Nairobi and Mombasa
Protests begin in parts of the country as demonstrators demand justice for Albert Ojwang’s death; police lob teargas at a crowd in Nairobi CBD.
By 19 days ago
Justice for Ojwang: Protests erupt in Nairobi and Mombasa
Man shot during protests in Nairobi
The victim, reportedly a mask vendor, was shot at close range.
By 19 days ago
Man shot during protests in Nairobi
Lagat pushed to resign despite 'stepping aside'
enyans have pushed DIG of Police Eliud Lagat to resign shortly after announcing that he would be stepping aside to allow impartial investigation into the death of teacher Albert Ojwang.
By 20 days ago
Lagat pushed to resign despite 'stepping aside'
Albert Ojwang's father thanks President Ruto for call, Sh2m contribution
Meshack Opiyo, the father to Albert Ojwang’, has expressed his gratitude to President William Ruto for condoling with the family of the 31-year-old teacher.
By 20 days ago
Albert Ojwang's father thanks President Ruto for call, Sh2m contribution
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Mic check: How Kindiki found his voice in grassroots empowerment drives
Whether motivated by loyalty, ambition, or both, DP Kindiki has undergone a subtle but striking transformation in recent weeks.
By 22 days ago
Mic check: How Kindiki found his voice in grassroots empowerment drives
Two vehicles torched as protests escalate in CBD
Ojwang’s death: At least two cars set ablaze as tensions between police and protesters escalate in Nairobi CBD; demonstrators demand resignation of DIG Eliud Lagat.
By 24 days ago
Two vehicles torched as protests escalate in CBD
Budget 2025: What's in it for you?
All eyes are on Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi as he is expected to deliver his first budget since assuming office.
By 24 days ago
Budget 2025: What's in it for you?
Unpacking Mbadi's Sh318b budget for energy and transport sectors
The government plans to spend approximately Sh256 billion in the 2025/26 financial year to construct, rehabilitate, and maintain key transport infrastructure, beginning July 1.
By 24 days ago
Unpacking Mbadi's Sh318b budget for energy and transport sectors
No cover-up! State won't shield anyone in Ojwang's death probe, says Murkomen
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen denies claims of a cover-up in death of blogger Albert Ojwang, says officers found culpable will face the law.
By 25 days ago
No cover-up! State won't shield anyone in Ojwang's death probe, says Murkomen
Johansen Oduor among pathologists in Albert Ojwang's postmortem
Postmortem on body of Albert Ojwang’ underway at Nairobi Funeral Home, conducted by government pathologist Dr Benard Midia.
By 26 days ago
Johansen Oduor among pathologists in Albert Ojwang's postmortem
Albert Ojwang did not die by suicide, autopsy shows
Albert Ojwang’ did not die by suicide, autopsy shows. He died of head injuries, neck compression and multiple soft tissue trauma.
By 26 days ago
Albert Ojwang did not die by suicide, autopsy shows
MPs question treatment of suspects after blogger dies in police cell
Several legislators have called out the treatment suspects are subjected to during the time of arrest and while in police custody.
By 27 days ago
MPs question treatment of suspects after blogger dies in police cell
IPOA launches probe after three killed in Narok clashes
IPOA opens investigations into a fatal shooting incident in Lolkuruk village, Narok, after a clash between police and residents that left three people dead and several injured.
By 1 month ago
IPOA launches probe after three killed in Narok clashes
Muslims begin Eid-ul-Adha celebrations countrywide (Photos)
Muslim faithful gather across the country for Eid-ul-Adha prayers, gov't declared today a public holiday to celebrate the second-largest Islamic festival.
By 1 month ago
Muslims begin Eid-ul-Adha celebrations countrywide (Photos)
Why activist Rose Njeri wants her case thrown out
Rose Njeri's lawyer, Ndegwa Njiru, maintains that the charges are flawed and not recognised under Kenyan law.
By 1 month ago
Why activist Rose Njeri wants her case thrown out
Understanding the presidential pardon
President William Ruto has issued presidential pardons to inmates in various correctional facilities at least twice since taking office.
By 1 month ago
Understanding the presidential pardon
Court frees Rose Njeri on Sh100,000 personal bond
Software developer Rose Njeri presented at Milimani Law Courts to face charges, she was earlier transferred from Pangani Police Station to an unknown location.
By 1 month ago
Court frees Rose Njeri on Sh100,000 personal bond
Gov't to buy all rice stock from Mwea farmers
Government to purchase over 5,000 metric tonnes of locally grown rice worth Sh500m from farmers, to allow sale of existing stock, Food Authority DG Linyiru says.
By 1 month ago
Gov't to buy all rice stock from Mwea farmers
'Too little, too late,' Wamuchomba rejects Ruto's apology
Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba criticises President Ruto’s costly tours and bloated advisors team amid underfunded education and health sectors, terms his apology to Gen Zs 'too late.'
By 1 month ago
'Too little, too late,' Wamuchomba rejects Ruto's apology
Apologise to Gen Zs, ex-NFL player tells government
Former NFL star Rickey Bolden urges leaders to apologise to Gen Z over the June 2024 protests, rebuild trust, says youth are ‘dying for love, respect, and a seat at the table.’
By 1 month ago
Apologise to Gen Zs, ex-NFL player tells government
US General Langley sustains criticism of Traore over West Africa terrorism
US Africa Command (AFRICOM) chief Michael Langley, has stood by his criticism of Burkina Faso's military ruler, Ibrahim Traoré, despite earlier backlash from Africans. 
By 1 month ago
US General Langley sustains criticism of Traore over West Africa terrorism
Lawyer Ahmednasir's freedom of speech amounts to impunity, Judiciary says
Judiciary wants DPP Ingonga to probe and prosecute lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi over alleged 'smear' campaign, says he's failed to provide evidence despite multiple requests.
By 1 month ago
Lawyer Ahmednasir's freedom of speech amounts to impunity, Judiciary says
Why Kenya has missed Sh130b carbon credit cash
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