Kenyan Phoebe Okowa elected ICJ Judge in UN Security Council vote

Kenyan international law scholar Professor Phoebe Okowa has been elected as a judge of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) after securing an absolute majority of votes during a United Nations Security Council session in New York.

The game of numbers: IEBC targets 6.3 million new voters, low turn out recorded

Eyes on Senate after MPs approve proposed tough law to regulate surrogacy

The Kenyan Parliament has approved a proposed strict law to regulate surrogacy, with the focus now shifting to the Senate for further deliberation and potential enactment. This move aims to establish a clear legal framework for an increasingly common practice in Kenya.

Ruto courts Raila's key bastions ahead of 2027 as ODM faces internal rift

President William Ruto has begun a strategic campaign to consolidate support in areas traditionally loyal to the late ODM leader Raila Odinga, aiming to bolster his re-election prospects for 2027.

Kindiki meets MPs amid by-election, unity push

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki met with over 60 MPs and Senators from Mt Kenya to outline the Kenya Kwanza administration’s strategy for consolidating support ahead of the 2027 General Election.

DCI chief among 3 officers seriously injured in raid at Ong’ondo Were’s home

Three DCI officers, including Rachuonyo South DCI boss Daniel Muhuhi, were seriously injured during a raid at former Kasipul MP Ong’odo Were’s home in Kachien Village when a mob attacked them while arresting suspects linked to a double murder.