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How to pick the right insurance cover for your car
This week on Motoring, we delve into the different types of insurance and why choosing the right policy is always determined by the vehicle's value, among other factors.
By Mate Tongola 17 days ago
How to pick the right insurance cover for your car
Former Mathioya MP arrested over alleged Sh6.4m land fraud
Githiari will be arraigned at the Milimani Law Courts on Thursday, May 15, 2026.
By Mate Tongola 19 days ago
Former Mathioya MP arrested over alleged Sh6.4m land fraud
Motorists hit again as fuel prices rise
In Nairobi, Super Petrol will now retail at Sh214.25 per litre, Diesel at Sh242.92, and Kerosene at Sh152.78.
By Mate Tongola 19 days ago
Motorists hit again as fuel prices rise
Kenya backs Njoki Ndung'u for ICC judge position
Kenya will be rallying support from State Parties to the Rome Statute ahead of the ICC elections.
By Mate Tongola 20 days ago
Kenya backs Njoki Ndung'u for ICC judge position
Inside the 11-point Africa Forward 2026 Summit declaration
The Summit outlined a broad partnership agenda focused on peace, agriculture, health, energy, digital transformation, and economic growth.
By Mate Tongola 20 days ago
Inside the 11-point Africa Forward 2026 Summit declaration
Ruto calls for new Africa-France partnership based on equality
Ruto stated that Africa must decisively move away from overreliance on external support.
By Mate Tongola 21 days ago
Ruto calls for new Africa-France partnership based on equality
Senator Cherargei tables motion to slash Uhuru's retirement benefits
Cherargei recommends that any funds recovered be redirected to support public welfare programmes.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Senator Cherargei tables motion to slash Uhuru's retirement benefits
Ruto urges judges to uphold integrity, deliver timely justice
"I employ you to do the right thing, however difficult, however unpopular, however uneasy it may be," Ruto said.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Ruto urges judges to uphold integrity, deliver timely justice
Four arrested as police foil jet fuel theft at Wilson Airport
Upon inspection, the vehicle was found carrying four drums, each containing 200 litres of jet fuel.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Four arrested as police foil jet fuel theft at Wilson Airport
Bus ferrying ammunition from Lamu to Nairobi intercepted
The bus belonging to Buscar Sacco was travelling from Lamu to Nairobi when officers flagged it down.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Bus ferrying ammunition from Lamu to Nairobi intercepted
Government flags 59 flood hotspots in Tana River as nationwide toll rises
Tana Delta accounts for the highest number at 32, out of the locations identified as flood-prone.
By Mate Tongola 30 days ago
Government flags 59 flood hotspots in Tana River as nationwide toll rises
Govt relaxes fuel standards to avert shortages amid global supply strain
The CS said the measure is temporary and intended to ensure continued fuel availability and sustain economic stability.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Govt relaxes fuel standards to avert shortages amid global supply strain
Justice Tuiyott backs scrutiny of adult consent in FGM cases
Justice Francis Tuiyott backs scrutiny of adult consent in FGM cases, says to question whether such choices are voluntary or shaped by culture and society, if appointed Supreme Court judge.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Justice Tuiyott backs scrutiny of adult consent in FGM cases
Final batch of Kenyan police officers return from Haiti mission
This group represents the last batch of Kenyan personnel to return from the Caribbean nation.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Final batch of Kenyan police officers return from Haiti mission
National Assembly eyes cloud, AI upgrade after global media summit
Global technology firms demonstrated how AI is now embedded across content production.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
National Assembly eyes cloud, AI upgrade after global media summit
DCI arrests three suspects linked to Nairobi armed robbery spree
DCI says the suspects are linked to a series of violent robberies targeting motorists.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
DCI arrests three suspects linked to Nairobi armed robbery spree
IEBC issues final call as voter registration deadline looms
The month-long nationwide drive, which began on March 30, is set to conclude on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
IEBC issues final call as voter registration deadline looms
FIFA, CAF demand answers from FKF over suspension of top officials
FIFA is now seeking comprehensive clarification on how the decision was reached.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
FIFA, CAF demand answers from FKF over suspension of top officials
Ol Kalou Constituency heads to by-election on July 16
In a gazette notice, IEBC confirmed that the mini-poll will take place on Thursday, July 16.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ol Kalou Constituency heads to by-election on July 16
President Suluhu reacts to report on post election violence
According to the report, most of those killed were civilians, with many deaths linked to gunshot wounds.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
President Suluhu reacts to report on post election violence
Elderly man found dead in Butere in suspected suicide incident
No suicide note was found, and the motive in both incidents remains unclear.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Elderly man found dead in Butere in suspected suicide incident
Bumula MP suspended from committee over bribery allegations
The suspension will remain in force pending investigations by the Powers and Privileges Committee.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Bumula MP suspended from committee over bribery allegations
Ruto courts Italian investors to power Kenya's AI and innovation drive
At the centre of Ruto's pitch was the ambitious "AI 10 Billion Initiative."
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto courts Italian investors to power Kenya's AI and innovation drive
Kindiki vows development-focused showdown with opposition ahead of elections
Kindiki dismissed criticism from political opponents questioning their track records.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Kindiki vows development-focused showdown with opposition ahead of elections
'Get ready, get ready' - Linda Mwananchi announces three-day June protests
The dates were chosen to coincide with the anniversary of last year's Gen Z-led protests.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
'Get ready, get ready' - Linda Mwananchi announces three-day June protests
ODM demands respect from UDA amid tension in broad-based government
ODM warned that the party expects mutual respect within the broad-based partnership.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
ODM demands respect from UDA amid tension in broad-based government
Kindiki warns against politicising fuel prices
Kindiki emphasized that demonstrations would not resolve the fuel issue.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Kindiki warns against politicising fuel prices
IG orders recall of Ishiara OCS over Embu protest killings
Police IG Kanja said the decision was aimed at ensuring a fair, transparent, and impartial probe
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
IG orders recall of Ishiara OCS over Embu protest killings
Fuel prices drop after VAT cut to 8 percent
In Nairobi, the price of Super Petrol has decreased by Sh9.37 per litre.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Fuel prices drop after VAT cut to 8 percent
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
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto cuts VAT from 16 to 8 percent for three months
LSK Council takes office vowing to defend rule of law
The Council called on judges facing serious corruption allegations to step aside voluntarily.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
LSK Council takes office vowing to defend rule of law
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.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Motorists to bear the brunt as pump prices jump by Sh28 per litre
KAA appoints Moses Wekesa as new Managing Director
The Board expresses confidence in Wekesa's ability to steer the authority's strategic agenda
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
KAA appoints Moses Wekesa as new Managing Director
KNH nurses strike over pay delays and staff shortages
Staff shortages were also highlighted as a major issue.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
KNH nurses strike over pay delays and staff shortages
Body of missing RIAT College student found in Kisumu forest
The victim was lured into a drinking spree by two male colleagues from the same institution.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Body of missing RIAT College student found in Kisumu forest
German Ambassador graces opening of PUMA store in Nairobi
The launch celebrates PUMA's growing connection with Kenya's vibrant sporting and lifestyle scene.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
German Ambassador graces opening of PUMA store in Nairobi
Police bust 'Tokyo Mafias' gang in South B crackdown
Police conducted the raid after receiving intelligence reports and tips from members of the public.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Police bust 'Tokyo Mafias' gang in South B crackdown
Governor Lusaka fires entire Bungoma cabinet
Lusaka says the reorganisation is aimed at streamlining governance and enhancing service delivery.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Governor Lusaka fires entire Bungoma cabinet
Three arrested over attack on Senator Osotsi in Kisumu
The three suspects were arrested in Nyalenda and are in police custody.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Three arrested over attack on Senator Osotsi in Kisumu
Ruto nominates new envoys in foreign service shake-up
Ruto has forwarded the nominations to the National Assembly for consideration and approval.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto nominates new envoys in foreign service shake-up
Ruto's diplomatic offensive in 52 weeks
National
By Mate Tongola
3 hrs ago
Counties face solid waste nightmare
Counties
By Antony Gitonga
3 hrs ago