Category: News
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed Rigathi Gachagua’s remarks, urging Mt. Kenya residents to steer clear of divisive politics and focus on development. Speaking at his rural home in Irunduni, Tharaka Nithi County, Kindiki criticized the impeached former deputy president, accusing him of failing to deliver while in office and now resorting to political rhetoric. […]
The Nairobi County Government and Kenya Power have reached a resolution following a heated standoff over Ksh.4.9 billion in unpaid wayleave fees. This comes after a high-level meeting convened by Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, bringing together Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi. The dispute escalated on February 14, 2025, […]
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has waded into the growing feud between the Nairobi County Government and Kenya Power (KPLC) over unpaid electricity bills. The dispute took an ugly turn on Monday when county officials dumped heaps of garbage outside Stima Plaza, KPLC’s headquarters, in what appeared to be a retaliatory move after the power […]
KYPA Chairman and Manyatta MP Hon. Gitonga Mukunji has reaffirmed the commitment of young parliamentarians to ensuring that the voice of Kenyan youth is heard in the upcoming and future elections. Speaking after a courtesy call to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), Mukunji emphasized the importance of voter registration and active youth participation […]
President William Ruto has affirmed his willingness to work with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga following his unsuccessful bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson position. Speaking at State House, Mombasa, while receiving Odinga back from the AUC contest, Ruto emphasized the need for unity to drive Kenya’s development agenda. He noted that with […]
Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Wafula Chebukati has passed away at a Nairobi hospital after a prolonged illness. Chebukati, 63, was a lawyer by profession and was appointed as IEBC Chair in January 2017 by former President Uhuru Kenyatta. His six-year tenure ended on January 17, 2023, after overseeing two general elections. […]
The health sector in the country is facing a myriad of challenges, putting the lives of millions of Kenyans at risk. Despite receiving the much-needed attention—including from President William Ruto—the sector has been struggling for nearly a year. Strike notices, demonstrations, budget shortfalls, and system glitches have rocked the Social Health Authority (SHA), also known […]
A midnight police operation along the Kiritiri-Embu Highway has reignited fears over the illegal donkey meat trade after officers intercepted a van carrying 1,500 kilograms of uninspected meat. Acting on intelligence, detectives stopped a Toyota Hiace van and, upon inspection, discovered over 15 donkey carcasses packed in sacks, along with hides and other body parts […]
Kenya has found itself in a diplomatic storm over Sudan’s ongoing civil conflict, balancing its reputation as a regional peace broker against accusations of hostility from Sudan’s military-led government. On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to Sudan’s peace process, dismissing claims […]
The Kenya Medical Pharmacists, Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary General Dr. Davji Atellah has lashed out at Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Barasa over her recent remarks on intern doctors’ wages. Dr. Atellah was responding to CS Barasa’s remarks during the Health Summit 2025 held on Monday at the Deputy President’s official residence in […]