Orange Democratic Movement leader urges public backing of unity government amid spirited opposition and declining approval ratings In a significant political development, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Raila Odinga has come to the robust defense of President William Ruto’s broad-based government, urging Kenyans to support the unity administration while asserting that the current government’s […]
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 30 — The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee has raised the alarm over a surge in abductions and torture cases across East Africa, warning that the trend poses a “direct threat” to regional stability and American interests. The committee’s chair and ranking Republican, Senator Jim Risch, said the escalating human rights violations […]
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) wants Sh57.4 billion to run the 2027 General Election. The number shocked lawmakers and watchdogs already uneasy about rising public spending. With Kenya’s debt growing and the economy under pressure, many are asking whether this budget is justified or even realistic. The IEBC defends the massive figure, saying […]
Former Deputy President abandons reinstatement bid, now seeks full five-year compensation package NAIROBI, Kenya – Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dramatically shifted his legal strategy, abandoning his quest for reinstatement and instead demanding substantial financial compensation from the government over what he terms his “unlawful” impeachment. In a significant turn of events at the […]
KISUMU, May 29 – In a remarkable show of political cooperation, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has donated five acres of prime land in Kisumu to support President William Ruto’s flagship affordable housing program, marking a significant moment of bipartisan collaboration in Kenya’s often polarized political landscape. The land donation, announced during a public rally […]
Dagoretti North legislator Beatrice Elachi leads call for stricter online regulations following National Prayer Breakfast Kenyan lawmakers are preparing to introduce stricter regulations on social media platforms following growing concerns over cyberbullying, inappropriate content sharing, and online harassment targeting politicians and citizens alike. Dagoretti North Member of Parliament Beatrice Elachi announced the legislative initiative during […]
Kericho Senator faces explosive claims of land grabbing, tax evasion, and money laundering following failed gag order attempt NAIROBI, Kenya — A bitter legal battle between prominent blogger Cyprian Nyakundi and Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot has exploded into a full-blown corruption exposé, casting a dark shadow over one of Kenya’s most powerful political figures. The […]
Eyewitness accounts from Ellis Bar and Restaurant staff corroborate police claims that Juja MP staged his own kidnapping Staff at Ellis Bar and Restaurant in Gatundu have provided damning testimony that appears to confirm police allegations that Juja MP George Koimburi staged his own abduction, spending Sunday night drinking and dining with friends at the […]
Controversial legislation would require internet providers to track and report all user activity to government authorities A new bill making its way through Parliament could give the Kenyan government unprecedented access to citizens’ internet browsing history, sparking concerns about digital privacy and surveillance overreach. The Kenya Information and Communications (Amendment) Bill 2025, introduced by Aldai […]
Legal and audit professionals unite against controversial tax authority powers The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has joined forces with major audit firms to strongly oppose contentious provisions in the Finance Bill 2025 that would grant the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) unprecedented access to taxpayers’ personal financial information and trade secrets. The legal body, alongside […]
Government shifts to targeted subsidy model as parents face return of examination fees after decade-long waiver In a dramatic policy reversal that threatens to burden millions of Kenyan families, President William Ruto’s administration has announced plans to scrap the universal examination fee waiver introduced by former President Uhuru Kenyatta in 2015, forcing parents to once […]
Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has defended the government’s measured response to the detention of activist Boniface Mwangi in Tanzania, explaining why Nairobi chose cooperation over confrontation despite public outcry. In a statement released Friday, Mudavadi addressed mounting criticism over Kenya’s seemingly muted reaction to Mwangi’s detention by Tanzanian authorities, which had sparked widespread […]
