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Wetang'ula calls for tougher transport laws after Webuye crash

Following a tragic road accident in Webuye that claimed 15 lives, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is urging lawmakers to enact stricter transport laws.

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top17h ago

IEBC seeks Sh888m for ex-CEO Marjan exit package, by-elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is seeking approval from Parliament for an additional Sh887.95 million to cover the exit package of its former chief executive and fund various operational needs, including by-elections.

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top19h ago

Omollo to security forces: Protect natural resources or risk more conflict

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has mandated security forces to intensify efforts in protecting natural resources, citing their depletion as a major driver of escalating communal violence across Kenya.

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top1d ago

Was Kazi Majuu a plan to recruit Kenyans to Ukraine? Senator Omutata asks

Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has questioned whether the government's Kazi Majuu program was a plot to recruit Kenyans for Russia's war in Ukraine, demanding the government clarify the fate of deceased and missing Kenyan recruits.

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top1d ago

Omtatah threatens to sue over Kenyans recruited in Russia

Busia Senator Okiyah Omutatah has threatened to sue the Kenyan government over allegations of Kenyans being recruited to fight in the Russia-Ukraine war, demanding accountability for those who have died or gone missing.

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top1d ago

Aga Khan Fund ends 66-year stake in Nation Media as Tanzanian firm takes over

The Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) has sold its controlling stake in Nation Media Group (NMG), ending a 66-year association with the East African media company.

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top1d ago

Trees blamed for most power outages - Kenya Power

Kenya Power Chief Executive Officer, Joseph Siror, has identified trees as the primary cause of most power outages in the country, urging public cooperation in managing vegetation near power lines.

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top1d ago

MPs want assurance on jobs in Safaricom share sale

Kenyan Members of Parliament (MPs) are demanding assurances regarding job security and the existing business model for Safaricom employees and partners as part of the government's plan for a partial divestment of its shares in the company.

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top1d ago

How the new KRA body cams will boost customs checks

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has launched body-worn cameras for its customs officers to enhance transparency, combat corruption, and improve evidence collection during checks at ports of entry.

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top1d ago

Hand over eCitizen platform to State - Auditor General recommends

The Auditor-General, Nancy Gathungu, has recommended significant reforms for the eCitizen digital payment platform, including its unconditional handover to the government.

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top1d ago

State unveils JKIA upgrade funding plan

The Kenyan government has unveiled a funding plan for the expansion of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), with ground-breaking set for June.

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top1d ago

Government told to help families identify flood victims

Families seeking information on relatives lost in recent floods are urging the Kenyan government to establish a national toll-free line for updates on missing persons and postmortem examinations. The call comes as postmortems are underway at Nairobi Funeral Home following heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding across the country.

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top1d ago

Nadco report: Sh2bn set aside for protest victims

A committee overseeing the Nadco 10-point agenda has announced that Sh2 billion has been set aside to compensate victims of protests. The funds were allocated in the first supplementary budget of the 2025/26 financial year.

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top1d ago

KRA rolls out body cameras for customs officers

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has launched 350 body-worn cameras for customs officers nationwide, a significant step towards enhancing transparency and accountability at Kenya's border entry points.

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top1d ago

Floods death toll rises to 49 as thousands displaced nationwide

The death toll from ongoing floods across Kenya has tragically risen to 49, with thousands displaced nationwide following heavy rainfall. The situation has prompted intensified search and rescue operations and calls for greater government preparedness.

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top2d ago

Mega infrastructure projects get lifeline as Ruto signs Bill

President William Ruto has signed the National Infrastructure Fund Bill into law, establishing a new financing mechanism for major Kenyan infrastructure projects.

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top2d ago

Rains to ease this week after weekend floods kill 42

Heavy rains across Kenya over the weekend caused devastating floods, resulting in the deaths of 42 people and significant damage. While the intensity of rainfall is expected to decrease this week, officials warn that flooding remains a risk due to saturated soils.

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top2d ago

Women told to save, invest for independence

On March 8, 2026, Kenya marked International Women’s Day by urging women to embrace savings, smart investments, and financial literacy to achieve economic independence.

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top2d ago

Pentecostal churches call for regulation of theological colleges

The Association of Pentecostal Vocational Training Institutions of Kenya (APVOTIK) is calling for urgent regulation of theological colleges, Bible schools, and online ministry training platforms within Pentecostal, Charismatic, and Indigenous movements.

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top2d ago

Judiciary adds 15 Small Claims courts, two appellate courts to cut travel, delays

The Kenyan Judiciary has announced significant expansions to its court system, establishing two new Court of Appeal stations and adding 15 Small Claims Courts across the country.

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top2d ago

Amboseli Airstrip closed as floods ground flights

Amboseli Airstrip in Kajiado has been temporarily closed by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) due to flooding caused by heavy weekend rains, grounding all flights.

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top2d ago

CS Barasa: Disaster preparedness is a collective responsibility

Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa defended the government's disaster preparedness mechanisms following criticism over the recent floods that have claimed dozens of lives.

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top2d ago

Sakaja links Nairobi floods to generational infrastructure deficit

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja attributes the city's persistent flooding to a "generational infrastructure deficit," stating that current drainage systems are inadequate for intense rainfall.

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top2d ago

Mega infrastructure projects get lifeline as Ruto sings Bill

President William Ruto has signed the National Infrastructure Fund Bill into law, aiming to significantly enhance the financing of mega infrastructure projects in Kenya.

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top2d ago

MPs approve new retirement benefits law for judges

The National Assembly has approved the Judges’ Retirement Benefits Bill, establishing a new statutory framework for judicial pensions that awaits President William Ruto’s assent.

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top2d ago

Floods aftermath: Families flock to morgues to identify kin

Families in Nairobi are desperately searching morgues for loved ones lost in devastating floods that occurred on Friday evening.

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top3d ago

Kenya risks diplomatic, economic sanctions due to documents scandal, experts warn

Kenya faces severe international repercussions, including diplomatic and economic sanctions, due to allegations of issuing passports to individuals linked to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

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top2d ago

Ruto assents to National Infrastructure Fund Bill 2026

President William Ruto has assented to the National Infrastructure Fund Bill 2026, establishing a new framework to finance national infrastructure projects.

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top3d ago

How NTSA's new instant fines will affect motorists

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has launched a new instant fines traffic management system to streamline traffic enforcement and promote accountability.

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top3d ago

Femicide cases expose deepening crisis of violence against women

Kenya is facing a deepening crisis of violence against women, with alarming femicide rates underscoring persistent gender-based violence and harmful traditions.

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