Kenya Headlines

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:40:00 +0300
Tycoon Rajendra Sanghani moves to court to block sale of Sh70 million land
A City businessman has moved to the Lands Court seeking orders to stop the sale or transfer of a disputed Sh70 million property in Nairobis upmarket area.

Wed, 13 May 2026 19:52:00 +0300
Why you could start paying less for electricity
KenGen says strong water levels at key hydro dams could lead to lower electricity tariffs and a stable power supply for Kenyan households and businesses.

Mon, 11 May 2026 18:45:55 +0300
'A total lack of respect': Macron halts Africa Forward Summit youth forum over noise
French President Emmanuel Macron seized the microphone at a University of Nairobi youth forum on Monday and rebuked delegates for making noise during the Africa Forward Summit.

Mon, 11 May 2026 14:36:25 +0300
Kenya, France deepen partnership on education, youth, innovation
President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron have unveiled an ambitious Kenya-France partnership targeting education reforms

Sun, 10 May 2026 15:35:00 +0300
Inside Kenya's battle to stop 'goons and guns' as fears of political violence grow
The history of politically sponsored criminal gangs dates back to the reintroduction of multiparty democracy, unemployed youths are hired by politicians turn into tools of electoral intimidation.

Sat, 09 May 2026 19:13:20 +0300
NPS defends dismissal of 18 pregnant recruits amid backlash
The National Police Service (NPS) has defended the dismissal of 18 female recruits at the National Police College, Kiganjo, who tested positive for pregnancy.

Fri, 08 May 2026 20:50:00 +0300
Court to rule on fresh bid to halt Sh30b EABL shares sale
The fresh application by Bia Tosha comes barely a month after Justice Bahati Mwamuye dismissed a near-identical request on April 9, 2026.

Wed, 06 May 2026 19:00:00 +0300
Parliament staff under probe for forging academic papers
Authorities are probing a senior Parliamentary Service Commission employee over alleged forgery of academic papers.

Mon, 04 May 2026 14:08:19 +0300
Senator Cherargei tables motion to slash Uhuru's retirement benefits
Cherargei recommends that any funds recovered be redirected to support public welfare programmes.

Sat, 02 May 2026 13:45:56 +0300
Police arrest woman over death of Dr Job Obwaka
A 45-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the death of veteran gynaecologist Dr Job Obwaka.

Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:00 +0300
Fresh twist as police detain woman over Dr Obwaka's death
Tributes pour in for Dr Job Obwaka as leaders honour his legacy, while his death takes a new twist with the arrest of a woman linked to his final moments.

Fri, 01 May 2026 19:41:16 +0300
Nairobi Hospital Director Dr Job Obwaka is dead
Veteran gynaecologist and Nairobi Hospital director Dr Job Obwaka dies at Nairobi Hospital at 83, family confirms.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:52:58 +0300
IEBC decries budget constraints, security challenges after missing registration target
IEBC fell short of continuous voter registration target by 154,524 voters, chairperson Ethekon says at least 2.3 million new voters registered between March 30 and April 28.

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:13:57 +0300
JSC nominates Justice Warsame for Supreme Court post
JSC nominates Justice Mohamed Warsame, 68, to fill Supreme Court vacancy, pending appointment, after two-day interviews; he has served at Court of Appeal since 2012.

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:38:38 +0300
Court blocks Mariga faction from taking over FKF in fresh leadership row
The High Court has issued conservatory orders barring FKF Deputy President McDonald Mariga and his faction from taking over the leadership of the federation

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:06:59 +0300
Two Kenyans among 14 killed in South Sudan plane crash
Fourteen people including two Kenyans killed after a Cessna aircraft crashes near Juba, South Sudan civil aviation authority says bad weather likely caused the accident.

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0300
NCIC condemns hate speech as DCI arrests a politician
NCIC condemns alleged hateful remarks by a Garissa-based woman, Bare Sahara Ahmed, arrested over viral video, probed for incitement threatening national unity.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:06:54 +0300
Gor Mahia edge AFC Leopards to win 99th Mashemeji Derby
Gor Mahia beat AFC Leopards 1-0 during the 99th Mashemeji derby at Nyayo Stadium, to extend lead at top of Sportpesa Premier League to six points.

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:02:55 +0300
Kalonzo blasts government over deadly Tseikuru attack
Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has criticized the government following a deadly bandit attack in Tseikuru, Mwingi North, Kitui County, terming the incident a grave failure of security.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0300
Court ends 53-year-old dispute over JM Kariuki's land
The family of late politician JM Kariuki has won a property dispute against his former alleged dancers after 53 years.

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:50:12 +0300
From multiple injuries to fractured ribs, head and leg: What killed city lawyer
Imbukwa, who was allegedly beaten and left for dead last Sunday, succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday, April 21, while receiving treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital.

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:43:10 +0300
Yet another committee: UDA, ODM form joint team to align gov't agenda
UDA, ODM to form broad-based management committee of party leaders, CSs and Nat Assembly majority and minority leaders to align executive and legislative agendas, amid rising differences.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:42:23 +0300
Court suspends TVETA order to close KIM
Kenya Institute of Management CEO Muriithi Ndegwa announces resumption of operations across all campuses after High Court freezes revocation of license by TVETA.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:01:00 +0300
Protests over fuel prices will worsen economic crisis, govt warns
Government warns protests over record fuel prices will deepen an economic crisis, as Kenya recorded its steepest diesel increase in over two decades.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:20:39 +0300
Barasa: ODM and UDA pact to redefine political landscape ahead of 2027 polls
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has expressed confidence that the ODM-UDA cooperation could reshape Kenyas political landscape ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:50:00 +0300
Stop dragging Uhuru's name into political disputes, Gachagua tells Duale
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a scathing attack on Health CS Aden Duale, cautioning him against dragging retired President Uhuru Kenyatta into current political disputes.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:51:00 +0300
Marriage, money and meltdown: Inside Deborah Njoki's secret affair
What began as a celebrated corporate relationship now unravels in court amid allegations, counter claims and online scrutiny.

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:50:54 +0300
ODM demands respect from UDA amid tension in broad-based government
ODM warned that the party expects mutual respect within the broad-based partnership.

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:32:22 +0300
Ruto cuts VAT from 16 to 8 percent for three months
Ruto said the temporary VAT reduction is intended to provide immediate relief to consumers

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:45:08 +0300
Motorists to bear the brunt as pump prices jump by Sh28 per litre
The latest hike is expected to exert further pressure on the cost of living.

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