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The Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) has refuted viral media claims that its leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, reached a political deal with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a statement released on Thursday, August 20, 2026, WPF spokesperson Ndegwa Njiru said the two leaders had not signed any exclusive agreement. He dismissed media reports that implied the alleged…
Construction of the Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County, has reached 50 percent completion just one month after groundbreaking, with the project on track to wrap up by the end of September 2026. Defence Principal Secretary Patrick Mariru confirmed the milestone on Thursday during a site inspection tour to evaluate construction progress and verify compliance…
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National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has clarified his controversial decision to use soft-drink consumption as an indicator of economic recovery, explaining that he relied on the analogy to make economic progress relatable to everyday citizens. Speaking on Thursday, August 20, 2026, Mbadi noted that despite the government sharing formal economic metrics such as Gross Domestic Product…
Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has strongly rejected viral social media claims alleging he narrowly escaped a fatal helicopter crash that killed seven people in Samburu County. In an official statement released on Thursday, Atwoli clarified that he had no involvement with the flight that crashed near Mt. Ololokwe and dismissed the reports as…
Nairobi City County plans to adopt modern biometric identification technology to overhaul how authorities identify unclaimed remains and assist families searching for missing loved ones. Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has urged the National Registration Bureau (NRB) and the National Police Service (NPS) to modernize biometric identification and family-tracing frameworks. Under the proposed plan,…
A Tifa Research survey shows that many Nairobi residents are struggling with the rising cost of living. Eighty-one percent of respondents said that the growing expense of maintaining their families tops their list of concerns. The survey also found that the financial pressure affects a wide range of demographic groups. Sixty-two percent of respondents pointed to higher costs for transport, fuel,…
Kenya’s sports infrastructure landscape is nearing a major milestone as construction at the 60,000-seat Raila Odinga International Talanta Stadium passes the 94 percent completion mark. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya confirmed the development, revealing that the state-of-the-art facility will be operational by November this year. Speaking during a follow-up inspection tour of the…
The High Court has ordered the University of Nairobi (UoN) to pay a graduate Sh3 million after finding that the institution violated her constitutional rights by removing her name from the official graduation booklet on the morning of the ceremony in December 2023. Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled that UoN subjected Marceline Murono to intense humiliation, psychological distress, and indignity by…
Renowned Mugithi musician Samuel Muchoki Ndirangu, popularly known as Samidoh, has officially entered the political arena by declaring his candidature for the Member of Parliament seat in Ol Joro Orok Constituency, Nyandarua County. Addressing residents in a detailed statement, Samidoh emphasized that his bid stems from his lived experiences growing up in the area rather than his national fame. He…
Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has drawn a firm boundary for politicians seeking to join his newly adopted political outfit, declaring that leaders who attack opposition figures or cause public disruption will not find a home in the People’s Party of Kenya (PPK). Addressing supporters during his inaugural grassroots tour rally in Mukuyu, Murang’a County, on Wednesday, August 19, 2026,…
The Director of Public Prosecutions charged National Treasury officials and business proprietors with at least 121 counts over alleged embezzlement and fraudulent disbursement of KSh1.57 billion under the Programme for Rural Outreach of Financial Innovation and Technologies (PROFIT). The nine suspects include three National Treasury officials and six business proprietors or company directors.…
;President William Ruto has challenged opposition leaders to move past political slogans and present concrete proposals to transform the country. Ruto said Kenyans should evaluate political leaders by the policies and ideas they put forward, not by catchy phrases, as the country prepares for the 2027 General Election. “Do not bring us slogans; come with ideas that will help the nation,” he said.…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua rubbished the political cooperation between the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), claiming President William Ruto has effectively bought the party. Gachagua nonetheless said the Luo community will remain politically independent and will make its own choice in the next election. He claimed that the Luo…
Machakos County Governor Wavinya Ndeti has responded to her predecessor, Cabinet Minister for Labour and Social Protection Alfred Mutua, after he claimed that her administration has failed to maintain the Machakos People’s Park. In a social media post on Tuesday, Wavinya rejected the allegations and argued that the county received billions of shillings over the past decade, yet several areas still…
Kenya is taking a decisive stand against sports corruption with a powerful new bill targeting match-fixers. Under the proposed Sports (Amendment) Bill, 2026, individuals who manipulate sports competitions could face fines of up to Ksh1 million, a full year in jail, or both. The legislation turns match manipulation into a serious criminal offense. Sponsored by Nominated MP Hon. Irene Nyakerario…
Western Regional Commissioner Allan Machari has prohibited the use of civilians to provide security during political meetings and rallies, saying the region already has sufficient security personnel to handle such events. Speaking in Busia town after meeting security officials and National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) from across the county, Machari said authorities are engaging…
The High Court has granted a cash bond of Ksh1 million each to two key suspects linked to the high-profile murder investigation of Dr. Victoria Mutiso. The suspects – a female lawyer and her co-accused- appeared before the judge following allegations that they possessed a stolen Range Rover Sport valued at Ksh15 million. Prosecutors disclosed that the luxury vehicle was allegedly stolen from a…
The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has raised serious health and safety concerns over fake personal care and cosmetic products circulating in the market, warning that these illicit goods pose severe risks to public health. The warning follows a successful enforcement operation in Nairobi’s Eastleigh estate, where ACA inspectors seized suspected counterfeit personal care items valued at…
The Ministry of Education has dismissed a viral online notice claiming that schools will reopen later than scheduled, terming the report completely fake. On Wednesday, August 19, the State Department for Basic Education issued an urgent warning to parents, guardians, learners, teachers, and the general public against relying on the misleading information. Official statements confirm that the…
