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top8h ago

President's Official Website Restored After Reported Cyberattack

President William Ruto's official website, president.go.ke, has been restored after being taken offline due to a reported cyberattack on Saturday, July 18.

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top7h ago

Bandits Ambush Police, Trigger Fierce Gunfight

Police in Turkana County have successfully repelled a gun attack by suspected bandits and recovered 45 stolen cattle.

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top6h ago

Immigration Department Makes Major Changes to Passport Application

The Department of Immigration Services (DIS) has revised passport application rules, making the Recommending Officer section optional. This change aims to streamline the process and reduce opportunities for fraud.

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top5h ago

Pressure on Sifuna as Gachagua Team Makes Stand on 2027 Presidential Race

Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina has endorsed Rigathi Gachagua as the opposition's strongest presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, challenging other coalition principals.

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top4h ago

Meaning of ETC, MTC, and Other Markings on Nairobi Expressway

Motorists on the Nairobi Expressway are facing confusion due to lane markings at toll stations. The markings indicate different payment methods, causing delays and traffic jams.

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top16h ago

Civil Servants Get Pay Rise After SRC Okays New Salaries and Allowances

Kenyan civil servants are set to receive higher pay following the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) approval of a revised salary structure and allowances, effective July 1.

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top15h ago

Thika Gets Nod to Become Kenya's Sixth City

Thika is on the verge of becoming Kenya's sixth city and the first in Central Kenya after the Senate Standing Committee on Devolution recommended granting it city status.

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top14h ago

Court Orders Freeze on Over Ksh 100M Held by Two Kenyans

The High Court has ordered the freezing of over Ksh105 million held by two Kenyans in cryptocurrency and local bank accounts, in an assets recovery case involving suspected proceeds of crime.

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top14h ago

NLC, KeNHA Issue Notice to Landowners Over Airport, Road Expansion

The National Land Commission (NLC) is initiating compulsory land acquisition for the realignment of the Homa Bay-Rongo (B3) road to facilitate the expansion of Kabunde Airstrip.

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top13h ago

Murkomen Faces Fresh Resignation Calls Ahead of 2027 General Elections

Machakos Deputy Governor Francis Mwangangi has demanded the resignation of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo, citing a failure to curb rising incidents of "goonism" across Kenya.

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top1d ago

KDF Ramps Up Ebola Readiness After Americans Begin Quarantine at Laikipia

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has enhanced its Ebola preparedness following the arrival of seven Americans at a quarantine facility in Laikipia. This comes amid ongoing Ebola outbreaks in neighboring countries.

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top1d ago

KUCCPS Announces Fresh Degree Applications With Instant Placement

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has opened a special application window for degree courses, offering instant placement to eligible students who missed initial university admissions.

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top1d ago

High Court Clears Ruto's Key Project

The High Court has ruled in favor of President William Ruto's administration, upholding the constitutionality of the Railway Development Levy, a key revenue source for the expansion of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) to Malaba.

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top1d ago

South Africa Names Ruto in Fight Against Xenophobia Claims

South Africa is using Kenyan President William Ruto's recent state visit as evidence to counter claims of international isolation due to xenophobia allegations.

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top1d ago

High Court Clears Road Through Aberdare National Park

The High Court has dismissed a petition challenging the construction of the Mau Mau Road through the Aberdare National Park, allowing the Ksh4.4 billion project to proceed.

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top3d ago

Wantam Movement Announces Debate for Opposition Presidential Hopefuls

The Wantam Movement has clarified its status as an independent, non-partisan citizens' initiative and announced plans for a public debate for opposition presidential hopefuls as part of its digital flagbearer selection process for the 2027 General Election.

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top2d ago

IEBC Declares Ol Kalou By-Election Winner After Overnight Speculation

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) candidate, Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru, has been declared the winner of the Ol Kalou Constituency by-election, securing 35,440 votes.

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top2d ago

Senior Opposition Politician Joins Ruto's UDA Ahead of 2027

Former DAP-Kenya politician Seth Panyako has rejoined President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA), announcing his intention to vie for the Malava parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election.

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top2d ago

Trump Administration Issues New Visa Rules Affecting Kenyans Studying in U.S.

The United States has announced new, stricter student visa rules that will limit the stay of most international students to a maximum of four years, ending the previous "duration of status" policy.

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top2d ago

KRA Faces Probe Over Deal Linked to Ksh2.9 Billion Tax Loss

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is under scrutiny by Parliament over its decision to grant tax exemptions on an imported raw sugar consignment, leading to an estimated Ksh2.98 billion in lost government revenue.

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top3d ago

Kenya, Netherlands Begin Plans to Aid Nairobi Residents During El Niño

Kenya and the Netherlands are partnering to develop a Nairobi Flash Flood Early Warning System to mitigate the impact of heavy rains and potential El Niño conditions.

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top3d ago

Ministry Converts Over 7,000 Workers Into Permanent and Pensionable

The Ministry of Health has officially transitioned 7,414 Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers from contract to Permanent and Pensionable (PnP) terms.

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top3d ago

Transport CS Explains Role of Lebanese Company in JKIA Expansion

The Kenyan Ministry of Transport has appointed Dar Al-Handasah Consultants, a firm from Lebanon, to supervise the extensive Ksh 154 billion upgrade of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

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top3d ago

Education Ministry Introduces New Programme for JSS Students

The Ministry of Education has launched Phase One of the Digital Literacy Programme (DLP) to integrate digital technology into classrooms across Kenya.

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top3d ago

U.S. Expands Travel Ban List Amid Concerns in Kenya

The United States Department of State has issued its highest Level 4 travel advisory, urging Americans to "Do Not Travel" to Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), citing local conditions and limited U.S. consular assistance capabilities.

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top4d ago

High Court Rules on Legalisation of Bhang

The High Court has dismissed a petition by the Rastafari community seeking to decriminalise marijuana on religious grounds, upholding existing Kenyan laws against its possession and use.

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top4d ago

State Reveals Fate of 289 Kenyans Who Joined Russian Army

Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu has revealed that 289 Kenyans were recruited into the Russian military, with at least 69 dead or missing.

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top4d ago

Universities, Colleges Put on Notice Over Use of Public Funds

Kenyan Members of Parliament have issued a stern warning to universities and colleges, demanding comprehensive explanations regarding the use of public funds.

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top4d ago

Ruto Hands AFC Leopards Millions, Pledges Stadium Upgrade

President William Ruto has announced a significant financial boost for the football club AFC Leopards, increasing annual sponsorship and pledging funds for player recruitment and stadium upgrades.

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top4d ago

Nairobi MCA, Two Others Charged With Robbery With Violence

A sitting Nairobi Member of County Assembly (MCA) and two others have been charged with robbery with violence following an incident in Donholm on June 26, 2026.

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