Kenya Headlines
Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:33:56 +0300Court acquits ex-Nairobi Governor Kidero in Sh213m corruption case
Court acquits former Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero and nine co-accused in Sh213 million graft case for lack of evidence, rules prosecution failed to prove 17 counts of corruption.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:37:24 +0300Police probe death of 4-year-old allegedly killed by minors in Ongata Rongai
Two minors, aged 12 and 10, tied the boy's hands and legs before throwing him into river.
Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:50:59 +0300Ruto appoints Faith Odhiambo's replacement in compensation panel
The appointment comes amid mounting criticism from the legal fraternity and human rights organisations over the legitimacy of the selection panel.
Mon, 03 Nov 2025 20:40:00 +0300Elgeyo Marakwet mudslides death toll hits 30
UPDATE: 30 bodies recovered from Elgeyo Marakwet mudslides, 19 missing, 15 have been discharged from hospitals, government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura says.
Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:53:37 +0300Kipruto, Obiri seal Kenyan double at New York Marathon
Kenya's Benson Kipruto held off a thrilling late charge from Alexander Mutiso to win the New York Marathon while Hellen Obiri smashed the course record to win the women's race.
Fri, 31 Oct 2025 20:56:48 +0300At least 25 Tanzanians treated in Migori, several with gunshot wounds
At least 25 Tanzanian nationals are receiving treatment in various hospitals in Migori County after crossing into Kenya amid protests in Tanzania.
Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:56:10 +0300Makenzi allegedly ate in secret while his followers starved in custody
Controversial preacher Paul Makenzi allegedly ate in secret while in custody as he encouraged his followers to starve in the name of fasting.
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:24:26 +0300No relief for Waititu as court upholds Sh53.5m bail demand
Justice Njuguna then allowed the request on condition that Waititu deposit a Sh53 million bank guarantee to secure his release.
Tue, 28 Oct 2025 20:55:00 +0300Harambee Starlets seal 2026 WAFCON qualification
The victory confirms the girls' second appearance at WAFCON, their first since 2016.
Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:27:52 +0300ODM vows to remain in broad-based government, honour Raila's legacy
The ODM Central Management Committee has endorsed Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga as the new party leader, succeeding the late Raila Odinga.
Sun, 26 Oct 2025 19:03:07 +0300Murkomen: Sh8 billion drugs consignment to be destroyed
Interior CS Murkomen has announced that narcotics worth Sh8 billion, seized in a major maritime operation off the Kenyan coast, will be publicly destroyed.
Sat, 25 Oct 2025 19:54:04 +0300Kenya Navy seizes Sh8.2b drug haul, arrests six Iranians
A drug haul worth Sh8.2 billion has been seized in the Indian Ocean and six Iranians arrested by security agencies.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:56:50 +0300Kiambu doctors call off 150-day strike
Kiambu doctors call off 150-day strike after agreement between CoG, KMPDU, and county government; medics to receive one months salary upon returning to work.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:46:08 +0300Veteran broadcaster and State MC Sammy Lui is dead
Veteran broadcaster and State MC Sammy Lui dies at his home in Subukia; President Ruto eulogises him as a force whose contribution to Kenyas media industry will be remembered.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 19:47:54 +0300KNH surgeons set world record with 20.8kg breast reduction surgery
KNH surgeons perform worlds largest breast reduction, removing 20.86kg of tissue from 17-year-old girl suffering from rare gigantomastia.
Tue, 21 Oct 2025 20:27:00 +0300Extradition of British soldier said to have murdered Agnes Wanjiru begins
The Kenyan government has formally initiated extradition proceedings against a fugitive British soldier accused of murdering 21-year-old Agnes Wanjiru in Nanyuki in 2012.
Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:43:17 +0300PHOTOS: Uhuru visits Raila's grave
A day after the burial of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, former President Uhuru Kenyatta visited the Odinga family at Opoda Farm, Kango ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County.
Sun, 19 Oct 2025 18:12:28 +0300Raila Odinga buried as military honours him with 17-gun salute
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was on Sunday laid to rest at his father's home in Kan'go ka Jaramogi, Bondo, in a ceremony marked by military honours, cultural symbolism and rare political unity.
Sat, 18 Oct 2025 19:00:49 +0300Government to announce more activities to honour Raila after Sunday burial
Raila farewell: Interment to take place from 9am to 1pm at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University, followed by military honors; further activities to be announced after burial, DP Kindiki says.
Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:55:00 +0300Plans for Raila's state funeral service at Nyayo Stadium
Mourners attending Raila's State funeral at the Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi will be required to be seated by 8:30 am in the morning.
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 20:15:00 +0300Man who killed stepdaughter to 'punish wife for cheating' jailed
A man who killed his two-year-old stepdaughter to teach his wife a lesson after suspecting her of infidelity has been sentenced to 25 years in prison by the High Court in Nairobi.
Mon, 13 Oct 2025 20:35:46 +0300DP Kindiki calls out opposition for politicising Raila's health
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has criticised opposition leaders for what he termed "cheap politics" over the health of ODM leader Raila Odinga.
Sun, 12 Oct 2025 19:15:50 +0300Gachagua vows to expose leaders betraying Mt Kenya
DCP leader and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has warned leaders against betraying Mt Kenya and causing political divisions.
Sat, 11 Oct 2025 20:18:00 +0300Mbadi: ODM will not field a presidential candidate in 2027
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has revealed that the ODM party will not field a presidential candidate in the 2027 General Election.
Fri, 10 Oct 2025 20:23:14 +0300Nyamira trails in voter registration so far - IEBC
Only 20,754 Kenyans have registered as voters in first two weeks of nationwide exercise, against a target of 6.8 million; Nyamira trails with just 18, IEBC says.
Thu, 09 Oct 2025 20:06:38 +0300Privatization Bill sails through Parliament despite opposition from some MPs
Parliament has passed the Privatization Bill 2025, which seeks to give a legal framework to guide the process of turning State corporations into commercial enterprises.
Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:55:36 +0300Revealed: Raila set to return home after days of absence
During his trip to India, Raila was accompanied by his Personal Assistant and daughter Winnie Odinga.
Mon, 06 Oct 2025 20:48:41 +0300KMPDU slams governors over remarks on Kiambu infant deaths
KMPDU condemns CoG for dismissing infant deaths at Kiambu Level 4 Hospital, demands public apology and urgent talks to restore county healthcare services.
Sun, 05 Oct 2025 20:00:00 +0300Ruto calls for education stakeholders collaboration to overcome CBE challenges
Education stakeholders have called for collaboration, better working conditions, and renewed investment in the teaching profession to address emerging challenges in the CBE era.
Sat, 04 Oct 2025 20:39:57 +0300Kuppet demands talks with TSC over Junior Secondary teachers
The union is pushing for the independence of the Junior Secondary wing or, alternatively, the transfer of JS to existing secondary schools.