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Belgium expels Rwanda diplomats amid deteriorating relations

Belgium regrets Rwanda's decision to cut diplomatic ties citing unwillingness to engage in dialogue, declares Kigali's diplomats persona non grata, denounces governmental cooperation agreements.

Belgium expels Rwanda diplomats amid deteriorating relations

Engineers oppose move to remove mathematics from compulsory subjects

Engineers oppose move to remove mathematics from compulsory subjects

Dutch royals arrive in Kenya

Dutch royals arrive in Kenya

M23 rebels pull out of DRC peace talks after EU sanctions

M23 rebels pull out of DRC peace talks after EU sanctions

Justice Lenaola: "I have no problem going home"

Justice Isaac Lenaola has expressed his dissatisfaction with general petitions launched seeking the removal of supreme judges

Justice Lenaola: "I have no problem going home"

Sudan bans importation of Kenyan products for hosting RSF

Sudan suspends importation of all products from Kenya effective immediately, in protest of Nairobi's decision to host RSF, Trade Minister Omar Mohamed says.

Sudan bans importation of Kenyan products for hosting RSF

It is unrealistic to provide one million chapatis to pupils daily

The interest of the country in chapatis has surged following President William Ruto’s last Tuesday promise to provide chapati-making machines to schools.

It is unrealistic to provide one million chapatis to pupils daily

KRA establishes trade facilitation centres in Turkana

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has set up three trade facilitation centres in the northern region to boost trade between the neighbouring countries.

KRA establishes trade facilitation centres in Turkana

African democrats condemn Angola for denying leaders entry

African Democrats Platform condemns Angola for denying African leaders entry into the country, demands apology, says decision undermines democracy.

African democrats condemn Angola for denying leaders entry

List: Counties with highest HIV prevalence

Kisumu leads with 135,550 cases, followed by Homa Bay (109,786), Migori (106,003), Siaya (93,368), and Nairobi (82,820).

List: Counties with highest HIV prevalence

'Mtaniua na majina,' Ruto embraces his many nicknames

A man with one of the most recognisable names in Kenya, President William Ruto has acquired a growing collection of nicknames—and he’s taking it in stride.

'Mtaniua na majina,' Ruto embraces his many nicknames

Fact-check: Can a machine make one million chapatis a day?

Since yesterday, Kenyans' interest in chapatis has surged, fueled by President William Ruto’s promise to provide chapati-making machines to schools.

Fact-check: Can a machine make one million chapatis a day?

How police plan to address increased Gender-based violence cases

National Police Service has embarked on a multi-sectoral approach, to combat the rising cases of sexual and gender based violence in the country.

How police plan to address increased Gender-based violence cases

IGAD plans Summit to address insecurity in South Sudan

IGAD to hold an Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government to address the security situation in South Sudan.

IGAD plans Summit to address insecurity in South Sudan

Ruto launches second phase of Nairobi River clean up

President Ruto launched the Nairobi River Regeneration and Engineering Works Programme to restore the polluted river and transform the city’s environment.

Ruto launches second phase of Nairobi River clean up

Trump appoints 13-year-old cancer survivor as Secret Service agent

US President Donald Trump has appointed 13-year-old DJ Daniel, a cancer survivor, as an honorary agent of the US Secret Service.

Trump appoints 13-year-old cancer survivor as Secret Service agent

Jesus Winner Ministry's Pastor Mwai requested Ruto's Sh20m donation

Jesus Winners Ministry clarifies that the Sh20 million pledge was a request to President Ruto by Pastor Edward Mwai, plans to expand church; donation yet to be received.

Jesus Winner Ministry's Pastor Mwai requested Ruto's Sh20m donation

Ruto hosts Pastor Edward Mwai amid Sh20m controversy

President William Ruto hosts Jesus Winner Ministry’s Pastor Edward Mwai at State House, Nairobi; discuss progress of church construction following his Sh20m donation pledge.

Ruto hosts Pastor Edward Mwai amid Sh20m controversy

Lawyers: Ombudsman overstepping its role on Judiciary summons

Lawyers have weighed in on the ombudsman's action, terming it an overstepping of roles.

Lawyers: Ombudsman overstepping its role on Judiciary summons

Treasury clarifies Sh1.3 trillion irregular exchequer withdrawals

Treasury denies withdrawal of Sh1.3 trillion from CBK, says Exchequer withdrawals strictly comply with legal and financial oversight mechanisms.

Treasury clarifies Sh1.3 trillion irregular exchequer withdrawals

Why nearly half of Nairobi women don't prioritise marriage

A report has shown that majority of women in Nairobi are not rushing to get married.

Why nearly half of Nairobi women don't prioritise marriage

'Stop playing victim' Governors tell Kenya Power

The Council of Governors said that Kenya Power has a history of disconnecting power to various institutions criticising it of playing victim..

'Stop playing victim' Governors tell Kenya Power

Transition to SHA still facing turbulence- top Health official

Dr Sultani Matendechero, has highlighted key challenges still hindering the transition to the Social Health Authority.

Transition to SHA still facing turbulence- top Health official

Be wary of fake job offers, PSC warns

Public Service Commission warns against individuals impersonating its staff to solicit bribes from unsuspecting Kenyans, condemns the acts as criminal, urges public vigilance.

Be wary of fake job offers, PSC warns

Gachagua: Mt Kenya leaders want to ditch UDA for by-elections

Former DP Gachagua reveals plans to force a mini by-election by having Mt.Kenya elected leaders resign en masse and seek re-election his party ticket.

Gachagua: Mt Kenya leaders want to ditch UDA for by-elections

Ruto plotted to oust CJ Koome long ago, claims Gachagua

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of orchestrating an assault on the judiciary as part of a broader strategy for full state capture.

Ruto plotted to oust CJ Koome long ago, claims Gachagua

Private hospitals suspend services under SHA countrywide

Private hospitals under RUPHA and KAPH suspend SHA and MAKL credit services over unpaid arrears, warn of disruption of 47 pc healthcare services.

Private hospitals suspend services under SHA countrywide

Kenya Power-Nairobi County clash over unpaid bills

Kenya Power denies owing Nairobi County Sh.3b wayleave charges, condemns the garbage truck disposal incident at Stima Plaza; claims county has outstanding Sh.3b power bill.

Kenya Power-Nairobi County clash over unpaid bills

Uhuru, Obasanjo and Desalegn appointed to lead DRC peace initiative

SADC and EAC appoint former Presidents Uhuru Kenyatta, Olusegun Obasanjo and Hailemariam Boshe as facilitators of merged Luanda and Nairobi initiative to restore peace and security in DRC.

Uhuru, Obasanjo and Desalegn appointed to lead DRC peace initiative

Body of missing Briton found, police arrest two

Body of British businessman Campbell Scott discovered in Makueni stashed in a bag, he went missing from Nairobi on February 17.

Body of missing Briton found, police arrest two

Police urge calm in Turkana after deadly attack

Police intensify patrols on the Kenya-Ethiopia border after deadly Saturday night attack at Todonyang near Lake Turkana, Internal Security PS Omollo says.

Police urge calm in Turkana after deadly attack

Kenya hails the signing of Sudan Peace Agreement

Kenya commends Sudan Peace Agreement terming it a critical step to restoring peace, stability, and democratic governance; RSF signed a charter in Nairobi today.

Kenya hails the signing of Sudan Peace Agreement

Ruto will still lose 2027 polls even with Raila's support- Sifuna

ODM SG Sifuna claims that even with Raila Odinga’s support, Ruto would not win re-election.

Ruto will still lose 2027 polls even with Raila's support- Sifuna

How Raila's AUC candidature silenced opposition voices

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna claims that Raila Odinga’s candidature at the African Union Commission silenced government critics for fear of losing support from other countries.

How Raila's AUC candidature silenced opposition voices

UNGA President Philemon Yang in Kenya for 5-day official visit

United Nations General Assembly President Philemon Yang in Kenya for a five-day official visit; to hold talks with President Ruto and Prime CS Mudavadi on strengthening UN-Kenya relations.

UNGA President Philemon Yang in Kenya for 5-day official visit

Explainer: Sudan's RSF and its ties to Kenya

Kenya is once again at the center of Sudan’s deepening conflict, facing accusations of supporting the country’s rebel militia.

Explainer: Sudan's RSF and its ties to Kenya

Guterres backs Africa's push for UN Security Council representation

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres continues to push for Africa’s call for permanent representation on the UN Security Council, saying it is long overdue.

Guterres backs Africa's push for UN Security Council representation

ODPP sends senior prosecutor on leave after bribery allegations

ODPP sends a senior prosecutor on compulsory leave over allegations of soliciting bribe to fast-track court cases, pending investigations.

ODPP sends senior prosecutor on leave after bribery allegations

PLO Lumumba: Why Raila lost AUC chairmanship

Lumumba criticised the campaign procedure used by Odinga, accusing him and his allies of presenting the position as if Odinga were the ‘president of presidents.’

PLO Lumumba: Why Raila lost AUC chairmanship

Kenya confirms three new Mpox cases

Kenya confirms three new Mpox cases in Busia; Health Ministry warns of a high risk of importing Marburg and Ebola viruses from neighboring Tanzania and Sudan.

Kenya confirms three new Mpox cases

Flower or money bouquets? The new Valentine's Day trend

The trend has gained popularity on social media, with many showcasing their customised money bouquets.

Flower or money bouquets? The new Valentine's Day trend

Pictorial: How Kenyans are celebrating Valentines

Kenyans celebrate Valentine’s Day across the country.

Pictorial: How Kenyans are celebrating Valentines

UDA to begin second phase of grassroots elections in April

UDA to hold second phase of grassroots polls on April 11-12 across 22 counties, including Machakos, Mombasa, and Kisumu, Elections Board chairperson Mwaura.

UDA to begin second phase of grassroots elections in April

Why government approved consumption of water buffaloes

The consumption of water buffaloes idea was inspired by President William Ruto’s state visit to India in December 2024, where Kenya sought a partnership to boost its dairy sector.

Why government approved consumption of water buffaloes

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