Kalonzo condemns invasion of Moi family land in Eldoret

Kalonzo Musyoka has condemned the alleged takeover of the Moi family’s Eldoret property, accusing the government of political harassment and impunity.

By Edwin Nyarangi 3 days ago

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How many Kenyans are fighting for Russia?

The government has confirmed 354 Kenyans caught up in Russia’s war against Ukraine, while families say they have documented 841.

By Edwin Nyarangi 11 days ago

Muthomi Njuki elected CoG Chairperson

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka was elected as the COG Vice Chairperson, while Baringo Governor Benjamin Cheboi was elected as the COG Whip.

By Edwin Nyarangi 11 days ago

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Raila would have contested for President in 2027, Sifuna says

Sifuna said that he was very certain that if Raila was alive today he would be working towards contesting for the Presidency in 2027.

By Edwin Nyarangi 13 days ago

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Mudavadi on the spot over number of Kenyans trapped in Russia-Ukraine war

Prime Minister CS Musalia Mudavadi and families of Kenyans caught up in the Russia-Ukraine conflict have differed over the number of affected citizens, with calls for a verified national register.

By Edwin Nyarangi 14 days ago

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Ogamba: Government has provided funding for employment of 20,000 JSS teachers

The government has allocated funding to hire 20,000 JSS teachers on permanent and pensionable terms from January 2027, while working towards absorbing more interns as resources allow.

By Edwin Nyarangi 14 days ago

Ogamba admits lack of centralised data on teenage pregnancies among learners

Ogamba said the 2020 Re-entry Guidelines, school heads and teachers serve as the primary points of contact for identifying and reporting cases of pregnant learners and child mothers.

By Edwin Nyarangi 15 days ago

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Senators against petition to limit nomination of MCAs to one term

Senators have expressed mixed reactions over a petition seeking to limit the tenure of Nominated Members of County Assembly to one term.

By Edwin Nyarangi 16 days ago

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Registrar denies State influence in the Linda dispute

The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, has denied being a State puppet in the execution of his duties.

By Edwin Nyarangi 16 days ago

CRA proposes more funds for county governments

The decision to scale back county allocations from the previously targeted Sh458 billion Sh440.84 billion is expected to face stiff resistance in the Senate.

By Edwin Nyarangi 16 days ago

Senators raise concerns over insecurity in Northern Kenya

They said insecurity had led to loss of life, displacement of families, destruction of property and severe disruption of pastoralists’ livelihoods.

By Edwin Nyarangi 16 days ago

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This man Edwin Sifuna: From a lawyer, to Senator and Presidential candidate

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's rise to a Presidential candidate under the Equitable Party (TEP) ticket was accelerated after he was kicked out as the ODM Party Secretary General.

By Edwin Nyarangi 18 days ago

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Wicknell Chivayo: Ruto's buddy who flew closer to the sun

Flamboyant Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo who died on Wednesday evening, maintained close relations with several African presidents, raising eyebrows about their dealings.

By Edwin Nyarangi 21 days ago

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Kindiki at crossroads: Mount Kenya forays political strategy or being sidelined?

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has recently narrowed down his political activities to his Mount Kenya backyard which has raised questions as to whether he is being sidelined in national politics.

By Edwin Nyarangi 24 days ago

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COB: 42 Counties record development absorption rates below 75pc

County governments recorded low absorption of development expenditure of Shs.126.69billion (25.51 per cent of total expenditure) in the Financial year 2025/26.

By Edwin Nyarangi 25 days ago

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Senators clash over seven Cabinet Secretaries accompanying Ruto to UN meeting

Government and opposition senators clashed over the decision by seven Cabinet Secretaries to accompany President William Ruto to the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

By Edwin Nyarangi 29 days ago

Senator Cheruiyot says Referendum Bill 2026 will seal legal gaps

The Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has moved to allay fears over the Referendum Bill 2026, saying it will provide a harmonised framework to guide how referendums are conducted.

By Edwin Nyarangi 29 days ago

Mvurya says Sh15.27 billion disbursed through Youth Enterprise Development Fund

Youth Affairs CS Salim Mvurya says Sh15.27 billion has been disbursed through the Youth Enterprise Development Fund, supporting more than 1.3 million young people.

By Edwin Nyarangi 28 days ago

Mvurya says government developing database for Kenya's medal-winning athletes

CS Salim Mvurya says the government is developing a centralised database of Kenyan medal-winning athletes to improve record-keeping, talent tracking and recognition.

By Edwin Nyarangi 28 days ago

Senate halts Kilifi Sh11.9b pending bills payments over conflicting figures

The Senate has halted approval of funds for Kilifi County to clear Sh11.9 billion in pending bills until conflicting figures are verified.

By Edwin Nyarangi 28 days ago

Kilifi county officials put on the spot over failure to curb sand harvesting

The Senate has put the Kilifi County Government on the spot for failing to take action against mining and sand harvesting companies destroying the ecological system.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Senators raise concern over Sh500 million Kilifi Industrial park project

The Senate Committee on Trade, Industrialisation and Tourism has raised concerns over the implementation status of the Sh500 million County Aggregated Industrial Park in Kilifi County.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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The Bomas question: Where is the Sh45 billion contract?

The 45 bn BICC project has run into a fresh storm after it emerged the Ministry of Tourism, which owns the project and oversees its funding, does not hold the contract for its construction.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Senate takes mashinani sittings to Kilifi, promises direct public engagement

The Senate will be conducting its business for the next one week in Kilifi County which is home to one of the greatest crusaders of devolution in the country since independence.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Women senators demand justice for 36 pregnant schoolgirls in Bungoma

Kenya Women Senators Association has condemned the impregnating of 36 schoolgirls in Bungoma County, terming it a testament to moral decay in society.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Families given 21 days to claim 443 Shakahola victims' bodies

The Kilifi County Government has given the families of victims of the Shakahola massacre 21 days to identify and collect the 443 bodies preserved at the Malindi Sub-County Hospital.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Mung'aro's absence fails to stop Senate probe into Sh10.7bn Kilifi pending bills

 The Senate County Public Accounts Committee has rejected a request by Governor Gideon Mung’aro to postpone his appearance to explain the Sh10.7 billion in pending bills in the county.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Murkomen tells Senate State has put measures in place to address floods

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has told the Senate that the Government has frameworks for flood-risk mapping, early warning and plans to strengthen drainage and flood-control infrastructure.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Senate puts Kagwe to task over milk shortage

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has been taken to task by Senate over the government's silence as the country faces a severe milk shortage crisis.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Ruto to attend 81st UN General Assembly meeting

President Ruto to leave the country later in the week for 81st UN General Assembly in New York, Foreign Affairs PS Sing’oei says; high-level week runs until September 28.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Mudavadi, Mutua, Oduor put on spot over Kenyans in Russian army

The three senior government officials were scheduled to appear before a joint sitting of several Senate Committees but failed to do so.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Of fingerprint harvesting and ballot stuffing: Rigging claims cast shadow over next year's election

A series of remarks by politicians suggesting votes could be manipulated or the 2027 election outcome predetermined is fuelling fears over electoral integrity.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Senator Hamida elected senate transport committee chairperson

Nominated Senator Hamida Kibwana has been elected as the Chairperson of the Senate Roads, Transport and Housing Committee.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

No life will be lost to El Nino floods, Sakaja tells Senate

Sakaja said county green army teams have been deployed across all city sub-counties to unclog drainage systems that have been choked by silt and plastic waste.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Sakaja: Military, police and prisons owe Nairobi Sh2.7bn in land rates

Governor Sakaja has revealed that the city is owed Sh2.7 billion in outstanding land rates, with police stations, prisons, and military barracks being among the biggest defaulting tenants.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Five-hour capture: How Sifuna stormed city in bold show of strength

Linda Mwananchi movement turned the capital into a stage for an open challenge to President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Omtatah suspended from Senate over 'yapping' remark

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has suspended Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah from the House for three sitting days after he tried to justify remarks he made against President William Ruto.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

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Ruto gives foreign traders 90-day ultimatum to regularise businesses

The government has given foreign nationals operating businesses in Kenya a 90-day ultimatum to regularise their immigration, work permits, business registration and licensing

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Mungatana criticises government over crackdown on foreign nationals

The Government has introduced a 90-day window for foreign nationals to regularise their status as Senator Danson Mungatana condemns attacks and anti-Burundian sentiments.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago

Kilifi woman hacked to death over witchcraft allegations

A 67-year-old woman was hacked to death by unknown assailants in her compound in Malindi, Kilifi County, who accused her of allegedly practicing witchcraft.

By Edwin Nyarangi 1 month ago