Kenya Headlines

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0300
Kenya's economy is not doing well, Mbadi owns up
Treasury CS John Mbadi claimed past loans taken to implement long-term development projects had strained the country, but the results would be felt after 30 years.

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 19:25:38 +0300
Ruto: I'll exit in 2027 if I fail to deliver
President William Ruto has claimed he will exit power in 2027 if he fails to deliver on his promises to the people.

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0300
Government denies plans to muzzle freedom of expression
The government has denied that it intends to muzzle freedom of expression following the recent outcry on social media.

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 18:41:10 +0300
Maragua MP Mary Wamaua ditches Gachagua, backs Ruto's 2027 bid
Blow to former DP Gachagua as Maragua MP Mary Wamaua ditches his camp, declares support for President Ruto and urges Kenyans to give him time to deliver.

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:58:25 +0300
Kimani Ichung'wah heckled during Ruto's Nyandarua tour
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichungwah faced a hostile reception in Ol Kalou on Thursday while accompanying President William Ruto on his five-day tour of the Mt Kenya region.

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 18:31:29 +0300
Raila's personal bodyguard George Oduor is dead
Oduor is said to have been admitted at the Nairobi West Hospital for two weeks.

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:59:00 +0300
Muturi hands over docket, claims military in charge
Muturi today hastily handed over his docket to the Prime Cabinet Secretary even before the vetting and appointment of his successor, Mbeere North MP Geoffrey Ruuku.

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 18:09:22 +0300
Kenyans are angry, but their leaders have other things to worry about
Kenyans are angry and have been taking advantage of public gatherings or occurrences in the country to express their displeasure with the government and a section of leaders.

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 16:08:28 +0300
Shakahola massacre: Woman recounts losing six siblings to starvation
She was testifying in a case in which Makenzi and 92 others were charged with 238 counts of manslaughter.

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 15:36:18 +0300
How evil leaders hold power through manipulation and despair
In the realm of power, courage is often associated with the conscious mobilisation of strength to effect change or execute a liberating act.

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 19:31:32 +0300
Duale pledges to strengthen healthcare delivery
Duale was among the Cabinet Secretaries dismissed by President Ruto on July 11, 2024.

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 20:31:47 +0300
Kenya in its worst period as debt peaks, warns Mbadi
 Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has called on Kenyans to take a firm stand against corruption, warning that the country is at a critical economic juncture due to mounting debt.

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:15:00 +0300
Charles Nyachae: Parliament to blame for failed implementation of 2010 Constitution
Charles Nyachae said it is regrettable that the resistance by the National Assembly had left gaps in the constitutional reform process.

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:22:10 +0300
Sh13.3b Kuscco heist now shines spotlight on Saccos' governance
The financial troubles bedevilling Kuscco have sent Saccos back to the drawing board as they seek to regain the trust of the industry responsible for close to Sh1 trillion of Kenyans savings.

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 06:10:00 +0300
Ministry of Lands: A hotbed of corruption exposed by court of appeal ruling
The Ministry of Lands has long been a hub of controversy in the country with land fraud cases piling up and innocent citizens losing their property rights.

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 19:38:51 +0300
Kenya engaging Vietnam on Margaret Nduta's case- Sing'oei
Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing'Oei says Kenyan team is in Vietnam engaging with local authorities on Margaret Nduta's case, says she is coping and being treated humanely.

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 20:10:34 +0300
Vrooom!: Epic show on day one of WRC fourth edition
The event was officially flagged off by President William Ruto in the presence of Sports CS and other top government officials at KICC before the drivers headed to Naivasha for an epic show.

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:59:31 +0300
I will not be cowed - Nyoro says after government officials skip his event
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has downplayed the absence of senior government officials at his event on Wednesday, March 19, insisting he remains focused on development.

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 20:12:00 +0300
Nyoro: I have not spoken to Ruto since October
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro declined to speak about his political future, saying time for that will come.

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0300
Kenya risks vaccine shortages as Gavi funding phases out
As donor support dwindles ahead of 2029, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance has formally reminded the government to fulfill its co-financing obligation, demanding payment of Sh1.6 billion.

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 16:00:47 +0300
Trump freezes US-funded media outlets including Voice of America
President Donald Trump's administration on Saturday put journalists at Voice of America and other US-funded broadcasters on leave.

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 18:03:48 +0300
Ruto aende, alafu? Raila defends Ruto amid public uproar
With their newfound alliance, Odinga criticised those pushing for Ruto's removal, asking:"Mnasema Ruto aende, alafu nini ifanyike?"

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 20:50:53 +0300
Sudan bans importation of Kenyan products for hosting RSF
Sudan suspends importation of all products from Kenya effective immediately, in protest of Nairobi's decision to host RSF, Trade Minister Omar Mohamed says.

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 20:39:06 +0300
Sifuna among political leaders denied entry into Angola
Sifuna confirmed to The Standard that he was among those barred from entering Angola.

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:57:38 +0300
Clinical officers call off strike after deal with government on CBA, internships
Clinical officers have called the strike after signing a return-to-work formula with the national government.

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 15:22:54 +0300
Fact-check: Can a machine make one million chapatis a day?
Since yesterday, Kenyans' interest in chapatis has surged, fueled by President William Rutos promise to provide chapati-making machines to schools.

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 20:15:24 +0300
EXCLUSIVE: Man behind unauthorised police base speaks
Collins Chepkulei Leitich, alias ‘General, has denied reports of his arrest despite being at the center of controversy over an unauthorised police base in Kesses.

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:20:29 +0300
Man sets himself on fire outside the Supreme Court building
A man on Tuesday doused himself with petrol and lit himself on fire outside the public entrance to the Supreme Court building in Nairobi.

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:03:17 +0300
Man who set up patrol base says he had backing of top cops
The mysterious man who is reportedly wanted for establishing a police patrol base has claimed that he had the backing of top police chiefs.

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 15:56:28 +0300
Down memory lane: Why elections have always been a nail biting affair
Persistent late enactment or amendment of electoral laws too close to elections, always undermine planning and implementation of electoral activities.

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