Kenya Headlines
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0300Why Coast leaders are in do-or-die campaign to secure Ruto's re-election
The three top government officials from the Coast region have rolled out an elaborate campaign for President William Rutos re-election in the 2027 General Election.
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0300From fraud to audit obstruction: Why eCitizen empire is under scrutiny
The World Banks five-year ban on Webmasters Kenya and founder James Ayugi over alleged fraud in Somalia has raised concerns about the companys role in Kenyas eCitizen platform.
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:22:30 +0300Ndindi Nyoro begins nationwide political mobilisation ahead of 2027
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has said he will take his campaign for national transformation across Kenya as he positions himself for the 2027 presidential race.
Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:20:32 +0300City Hall in rush to expand drainage system ahead of El Nino
Governor Johnson Sakaja, while calling on city residents to remain alert and proactive, said City Hall has intensified preparations and accelerated identification of hotspots.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:17:52 +0300Public officers eyeing elective posts to resign by February 10 - IEBC
Campaigning will close on August 7, 2027, 48 hours before Kenyans head to the polls.
Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:39:05 +0300Schools will open on August 24 as scheduled, Ogamba says
Education CS Julius Ogamba says schools to open for Term III on August 24, refutes social media reports of postponement, urges parents to rely on official notices.
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:55:00 +0300Ruto denies Sh104bn SHA technology contract
"We didn't purchase the technology outright but engaged investors who own the equipment," Ruto stated
Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:03:43 +0300'That was not healthcare, it was theft'- Ruto on old health system
President Ruto says Universal Health Coverage is one of the most consequential social transformation programmes after the affordable housing; cites SHA, CHPs, facilities improvement and digitisation.
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:08:55 +0300Gachagua: Opposition does not need Uhuru's money to send Ruto home
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua says the opposition doesn't need financial sponsorship in the 2027 poll battle, accuses President Ruto of attacking Uhuru Kenyatta.
Sat, 15 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0300Gachagua: We will protect ourselves against goons
Gachagua spoke a day after goons allegedly attacked his convoy at Kaptembwo in Nakuru West Sub-County
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:05:01 +0300That's just wishful thinking, Gachagua mocks Ruto's 'must-win' 2027 claim
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed President William Ruto's declaration that his coalition "must win" the 2027 General Election, calling it wishful thinking.
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:01:40 +0300Ruto accuses Uhuru of failed projects, sponsoring opposition
Wale watu mumesikia mpango yao, agenda yao, mumesikia sera yao, mumesikia maono yao? Ruto asked.
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:03:05 +0300Court dismisses bid to strike out duty-free rice import case
The High Court has declined to strike out a case challenging the governments decision to allow duty-free rice into the country.
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:24:42 +0300You have failed Kenyans, Gachagua tells Ruto
Kenyans are not safe, our children are not safe, investors are not safe and foreigners are not safe. Foreigners are not safe, Investors are not safe, no one in Kenya is safe.
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:41:00 +0300Wamboka: Kalonzo, Gachagua and Matiang'i should back Sifuna
Linda Mwananchi leaders are urging Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua and Fred Matiangi to back Edwin Sifuna for president in 2027.
Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:30:38 +0300Kindiki defends government's development agenda in Mt Kenya
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has reiterated the governments commitment to ensure equitable development.
Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0300Charlene Ruto's Koito lights up Kilgoris
Kilgoris was transformed into a spectacular theatre of love, culture, wealth and political power.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:48:51 +0300Police join protest victims' Sh25.75m reparations payout
A protest reparations panel has approved compensation for 49 police officers, awarding them Sh25.75 million alongside payments to civilians who suffered human rights violations.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:49:15 +0300EACC arrests Kitui County Chief Officer over Sh17.48m procurement fraud
The EACC has arrested Kitui County Chief Officer Gladys Mami Kivoto and five company directors over alleged conflict of interest and procurement irregularities involving Sh17.48 million contracts.
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:06:26 +0300High Court orders striking nurses back to work
Nurses across the 47 counties have been ordered to report back to work immediately or face legal action from the counties.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:27:50 +0300NTSA blamed for poor signage, costly penalties
Most motorists argue that the system has become a source of frustration and financial burden.
Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:42:46 +0300Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia arraigned over alleged inciting remarks
Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia was on Tuesday arraigned before the Milimani Law Courts over alleged inciting remarks made during a political rally in Kieni, Nyeri County.
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:35:55 +0300Tension at Kamukunji Police Station as leaders demand Kaguchia's release
Tension is high at Kamukunji Police Station as opposition leaders led by Kipipiri MP Wanjiku Muhia and lawyers demand the release of Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia after a court order.
Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:05:00 +0300Why Kenyans' trust gap on IEBC continues to grow
The reconstituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) assumed office about a year ago on the backdrop of growing mistrust among Kenyans.
Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:01:00 +0300CS sued in bid to kick out Railways boss, audit SGR contracts
A court battle is brewing over Kenya Railways operations and the corporations Managing Director Phillip Mainga's reign.
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:24:57 +0300Tiktoker Mauti changes plea, freed on bail in case involving Ruto's children
Mauti, who had initially pleaded guilty to the charge on Thursday, changed his plea after his lawyer Cliff Ombeta applied for the matter to be reopened and for the charge to be read again.
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:34:44 +0300Ruto calls for national dialogue to shape Kenya's vision
Ruto added that Kenya's improving investment climate had earned international recognition.
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:59:59 +0300Lawyer seeks orders to suspend court boycott
Advocate Adrian Kamotho argues that the Law Society of Kenya's court boycott is unconstitutional, undermines judicial independence and denies litigants access to justice.
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0300Ruto: Government will deal firmly with criminals
President William Ruto has declared war on individuals who involve in violence, destruction of property and political intimidation.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:08:28 +0300Ruiru 'Vampire' arrested after lodging incident with woman
Police in Ruiru have arrested a 35-year-old man believed to be behind a series of bizarre and violent attacks in which residents were robbed and bitten