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Kenya Railways revises Limuru, Nyahururu train schedules
The Nyahururu Safari Train will also operate exclusively between Gilgil and Nyahururu stations during the period.
By Mate Tongola 2 days ago
Kenya Railways revises Limuru, Nyahururu train schedules
TikTok interrupts 80,640 Kenyan live sessions over rule violations
99.8 per cent of the videos were removed before users reported them.
By Mate Tongola 3 days ago
TikTok interrupts 80,640 Kenyan live sessions over rule violations
KRA moves to enforce 15 per cent minimum tax on multinational companies
The tax was introduced through the Tax Laws (Amendment) Act, 2024.
By Mate Tongola 3 days ago
KRA moves to enforce 15 per cent minimum tax on multinational companies
Five weeks of traffic disruption as KeNHA begins Kihunguro Bridge works
Motorists travelling from Nairobi towards Thika will be required to use alternative routes to bypass the affected section.
By Mate Tongola 3 days ago
Five weeks of traffic disruption as KeNHA begins Kihunguro Bridge works
Kenya's Phoebe Okowa elected ICJ Judge
Kenya’s Prof Phoebe Okowa elected Judge of the International Court of Justice after securing majority votes in UN organs, to serve a nine-year term.
By Mate Tongola 8 days ago
Kenya's Phoebe Okowa elected ICJ Judge
Veronica Maina replaces Tabitha Karanja as Deputy Senate Majority Leader
Nominated Senator Veronica Maina takes over as Deputy Senate Majority Leader following the removal of Senator Tabitha Karanja, Speaker Kingi announces.
By Mate Tongola 8 days ago
Veronica Maina replaces Tabitha Karanja as Deputy Senate Majority Leader
CS Geoffrey Ruku declares Nairobi gubernatorial bid
Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku declares interest in 2027 Nairobi governor race, pledges reforms to improve service delivery.
By Mate Tongola 8 days ago
CS Geoffrey Ruku declares Nairobi gubernatorial bid
Second body found 11 days after Eastleigh building collapse
Second body recovered from collapsed Eastleigh building in Nairobi, raising death toll to two, search operations continue.
By Mate Tongola 9 days ago
Second body found 11 days after Eastleigh building collapse
Sierra Leone backs Kenya's Phoebe Okowa in ICJ race
Sierra Leone withdraws Charles Jalloh from the ICJ judge race after Round Two of voting, throws its weight behind Kenya’s candidate Phoebe Okowa.
By Mate Tongola 9 days ago
Sierra Leone backs Kenya's Phoebe Okowa in ICJ race
Why Sakaja has ditched UDA for ODM
“Baba, Raila Odinga is the one who told me to join ODM,” Sakaja said.
By Mate Tongola 10 days ago
Why Sakaja has ditched UDA for ODM
Tribunal lifts suspension on Ukombozi Alliance registration
Ukombozi Alliance has been seeking registration amid the legal dispute.
By Mate Tongola 14 days ago
Tribunal lifts suspension on Ukombozi Alliance registration
Bayern Munich, Ajax to headline Raila Odinga International Stadium opening
Ruto said the fixture would fulfil his promise to deliver a world-class stadium capable of hosting leading international teams
By Mate Tongola 15 days ago
Bayern Munich, Ajax to headline Raila Odinga International Stadium opening
Groups gather in Nairobi CBD ahead of fuel hike protests
The coalition pledged to maintain peace, ensure orderly participation, and respect the rights of the public throughout the march.
By Mate Tongola 17 days ago
Groups gather in Nairobi CBD ahead of fuel hike protests
Ebola: First batch contacts to leave quarantine on Sunday
“The end of this outbreak is within reach, and together we will get there,” Amoth added.
By Mate Tongola 21 days ago
Ebola: First batch contacts to leave quarantine on Sunday
Mudavadi calls for accountability, ethical leadership to rebuild public trust
“We cannot demand that people believe us; we must give them reasons to do so,” Mudavadi said.
By Mate Tongola 21 days ago
Mudavadi calls for accountability, ethical leadership to rebuild public trust
Weatherman warns of flash floods as rains expected in 45 counties
The department singled out parts of Mandera, Wajir, Lamu, Kilifi, Mombasa and Kwale counties as areas where isolated storms could occur.
By Mate Tongola 21 days ago
Weatherman warns of flash floods as rains expected in 45 counties
Kindiki, Kingi, Kang'ata, Khaminwa in race for prestigious Senior Counsel title
Also seeking the rank are former LSK president Faith Odhiambo, lawyers Donald B. Kipkorir, Ekuru Aukot, and veteran advocate Dr John Khaminwa.
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
Kindiki, Kingi, Kang'ata, Khaminwa in race for prestigious Senior Counsel title
Kenya confirms ninth Ebola case
The latest case involves a 24-year-old man who is a close family member of the first patient, who died.
By Mate Tongola 23 days ago
Kenya confirms ninth Ebola case
Ruto launches Achieng Oneko's biography at Mashujaa Day celebrations
Oneko was among six prominent leaders who played a key role in Kenya’s struggle for independence.
By Mate Tongola 23 days ago
Ruto launches Achieng Oneko's biography at Mashujaa Day celebrations
Security heightened in Eldoret ahead of Mashujaa Day celebrations
Motorists and visitors have been urged to follow instructions from traffic officers and observe road signs
By Mate Tongola 24 days ago
Security heightened in Eldoret ahead of Mashujaa Day celebrations
Pope addresses crowd in Vatican after cancer surgery
People in the square welcomed the pope's speedy return.
By Mate Tongola 25 days ago
Pope addresses crowd in Vatican after cancer surgery
Orengo claims security detail withdrawn again
“I remain unbowed,” Orengo stated.
By Mate Tongola 28 days ago
Orengo claims security detail withdrawn again
IEBC sets October 15 deadline for parties ahead of 2027 polls
IEBC directs parties planning to contest the 2027 elections to submit names and specimen signatures of authorised officials by Thursday, October 15.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
IEBC sets October 15 deadline for parties ahead of 2027 polls
Motorists, households face fresh fuel price hikes
The new prices take effect from October 15 to November 14, 2026.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Motorists, households face fresh fuel price hikes
Pope out of bed, progress 'normal' after lung cancer operation
Blood tests and a chest X-ray confirmed a normal post-operative course.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Pope out of bed, progress 'normal' after lung cancer operation
Three murders reported in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Elgeyo Marakwet
A 40-year-old woman was found dead in her bedroom with multiple stab wounds.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Three murders reported in Nairobi, Kiambu, and Elgeyo Marakwet
Oburu Oginga to leave hospital soon - ODM
“In fact, he's headed home either today or tomorrow,” she added.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Oburu Oginga to leave hospital soon - ODM
How the global oil crisis has increased Kenya's fuel import costs
Wandayo says attacks on tankers and oil facilities have tightened global fuel supplies, while rising freight and insurance costs.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
How the global oil crisis has increased Kenya's fuel import costs
Marathoner Ronald Korir provisionally suspended over suspected doping
Korir's suspension comes amid a series of doping cases involving Kenyan distance runners.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Marathoner Ronald Korir provisionally suspended over suspected doping
Govt steps up Ebola response as taskforce reviews preparedness
The taskforce stressed the need for a coordinated response to strengthen readiness across the health sector.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Govt steps up Ebola response as taskforce reviews preparedness
KFS Helicopter crashes at Kericho Golf Club
The helicopter, registration number 5Y-FSK, belongs to KFS.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
KFS Helicopter crashes at Kericho Golf Club
Ruto hails Kipchoge after Melbourne Marathon triumph
Kipchoge crossed the finish line in 2:09:08.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto hails Kipchoge after Melbourne Marathon triumph
Why Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro was suspended from parliamentary business
Wetang’ula ruled that Nyoro would remain free to attend House sittings but would not be allowed to contribute or transact any business until he apologises.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Why Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro was suspended from parliamentary business
Kenya to host 2027 WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha
The rally will return to Kenya for the third round of the 2027 WRC season, scheduled for March 18 to 21.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Kenya to host 2027 WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha
High Court suspends 2026 National Youth Council elections
As a result, the elections will not proceed on the previously announced dates.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
High Court suspends 2026 National Youth Council elections
IEBC urges Nakuru Town East MP to pay Sh2.5m fine after court dismisses challenge
The High Court ruled that Gikaria’s application had not met the threshold for the judicial review orders.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
IEBC urges Nakuru Town East MP to pay Sh2.5m fine after court dismisses challenge
Ruto rebukes Sakaja for mumbling during a presentation
“I hope, Governor, you are listening. You know, this is the space you need to listen!” Ruto told Sakaja
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto rebukes Sakaja for mumbling during a presentation
Suspected Ebola patient tests negative in Wajir
Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi said preliminary laboratory results from samples had ruled out Ebola in the patient.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Suspected Ebola patient tests negative in Wajir
Wajir patient isolated over suspected viral haemorrhagic fever
The patient was also found to have severe anaemia, with a haemoglobin level of 4g/dL.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Wajir patient isolated over suspected viral haemorrhagic fever
Ruto unveils Sh390bn Geely electric mobility plan
The investment plan also includes 1,000 solar-powered charging hubs.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto unveils Sh390bn Geely electric mobility plan
Oburu Oginga back in senate after illness
National
By Mike Kihaki
2 hrs ago
Ruto-Natembeya market row leaves traders stranded
Western
By Osinde Obare
2 hrs ago