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MPs pass Bill to tighten grip on money laundering

National Assembly passes Anti-Money Laundering (Amendment) Bill, 2025; it seeks to amend 10 laws linked to money laundering, terrorism financing, betting, and more.

MPs pass Bill to tighten grip on money laundering

KRA launches smart boat to boost maritime border security

KRA launches smart boat to boost maritime border security

Chaos in parliament over delayed CDF funds

Chaos in parliament over delayed CDF funds

Ministry to audit transplant facilities after organ trafficking expose

Ministry to audit transplant facilities after organ trafficking expose

Relief at the pump as fuel prices drop in latest EPRA review

Fuel prices decrease in the latest EPRA review, super petrol price down by Sh1.95 to retail at Sh174.63, diesel Sh164.86 and and Kerosene Sh148.99 per litre in Nairobi.

Relief at the pump as fuel prices drop in latest EPRA review

'They're looking for money,' Gender CS nominee Cheptumo on female student murders

Gender CS nominee Hannah Cheptumo links university student murders to ‘girls looking for money’, proposes economic empowerment and education to curb rising femicide cases.

'They're looking for money,' Gender CS nominee Cheptumo on female student murders

Gender CS nominee Hannah Cheptumo's net worth is Sh420m

Gender CS nominee Hannah Cheptumo's declares net worth of Sh420 million, comprising of residential houses and other assets.

Gender CS nominee Hannah Cheptumo's net worth is Sh420m

Super Metro suspends operations for three days

Super Metro Limited has announced a suspension of its services for the next three days.

Super Metro suspends operations for three days

Ministry launches crackdown on Shisha outlets in Nairobi

The Ministry of Health has begun a crackdown on illegal shisha outlets in Nairobi.

Ministry launches crackdown on Shisha outlets in Nairobi

Gen Ogolla was taken out, claims Kalonzo

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka hints at foul play in the report explaining the circumstances that led to the death of late Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla

Gen Ogolla was taken out, claims Kalonzo

Amnesty demands probe into Butere Girls mistreatment

Amnesty demands an immediate end to harassment, intimidation, and censorship of Butere Girls students, teachers, and journalists; urges IPOA to probe police conduct.

Amnesty demands probe into Butere Girls mistreatment

Stage fight: Malala accuses Ruto of silencing Echoes of War

Cleophas Malala claims President Ruto is behind the Echoes of War controversy, urges him to allow students to advise on governance and accountability through the play.

Stage fight: Malala accuses Ruto of silencing Echoes of War

Kenya Power begins sixth phase of last mile connectivity

Kenya Power begins sixth phase of electricity connection under the Last Mile Connectivity Project (LMCP) funded by the African Development Bank

Kenya Power begins sixth phase of last mile connectivity

South Sudan responds to US visa revocation orders

In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, South Sudan clarified the identity of two citizens who were repatriated to their country, calling it a case of misrepresentation.

South Sudan responds to US visa revocation orders

'Farouk Kibet runs government,' claims Gachagua

Rigathi Gachagua claims government is run by Farouk Kibet and Dennis Itumbi; denies claims of being involved in disputes with small men, says Kibet is a co-president running the country.

'Farouk Kibet runs government,' claims Gachagua

ODM urges calm as grassroot elections continues

Police probe chaos at ODM grassroot elections in Ndhiwa, Library and Kaptembwa wards; only delegates elected on Monday to participate in branch elections on Wednesday.

ODM urges calm as grassroot elections continues

Gachagua: Ruto should come clean on the Sh10 billion claim

Former DP Gachagua dismisses claims of blackmailing Pres. Ruto, demanding Sh10b to mobilise Mt Kenya, says president out to advance a political narrative.

Gachagua: Ruto should come clean on the Sh10 billion claim

South Sudan accepts back deportee it disowned

South Sudan government grants a deportee, Makula Kintu, entry after US visa revocation orders; he was denied entry at Juba International Airport on April 5.

South Sudan accepts back deportee it disowned

Gachagua drops diplomatic bombshell on Ruto

Ex-DP Gachagua alleges President Ruto and Kosovo's Vjosa Osmani signed a business deal in Mombasa for commercial interests, urges international community to monitor Kenya.

Gachagua drops diplomatic bombshell on Ruto

Russian donated fertiliser required blending, State tells Gachagua

Government clarifies allegations by former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua of fertiliser donations from Russia that were sold to farmers.

Russian donated fertiliser required blending, State tells Gachagua

Man to serve six years in jail for vandalising Kenya Power equipment

Court has sentenced a man to six years and 10 months in prison or to pay a fine of Sh10.2 million for vandalising and stealing Kenya Power equipment.

Man to serve six years in jail for vandalising Kenya Power equipment

Senate suspends Maziwa ya Barchok, bursary, and scholarship in Bomet County

Senate discontinues Bomet feeding programme and establishment of ECDE classrooms on donated spaces; orders County to accommodate beneficiaries in mother schools.

Senate suspends Maziwa ya Barchok, bursary, and scholarship in Bomet County

Government banks on film schools to drive monetisation

Government is counting on the Kenya Film School and funding incentives to anchor the creative arts economy in the country.

Government banks on film schools to drive monetisation

DCI begins probe after goons disrupt Gachagua's church event

DCI probes disruption of church service by armed goons in Mwiki, Kasarani, former DP Gachagua was in attendance; says church failed to notify police of planned function.

DCI begins probe after goons disrupt Gachagua's church event

Mudavadi dismisses alleged links to new political outfit

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has dismissed reports linking him to a new political party, stating that he has no such intentions.

Mudavadi dismisses alleged links to new political outfit

US revokes South Sudan visas over failure to repatriate citizens

US revokes visas held by South Sudanese for failure to repatriate citizens, stops issuance to prevent further entry, says Secretary Marco Rubio.

US revokes South Sudan visas over failure to repatriate citizens

Ruto announces establishment of Nyandarua University

President William Ruto announces the gazettement of Nyandarua University, student enrollment set to begin in September 2025.

Ruto announces establishment of Nyandarua University

Moi University announces layoffs amid financial struggles

Moi University issues a redundancy notice, citing financial constraints due to declining student numbers, Acting VC Kiplagat Kotut announces.

Moi University announces layoffs amid financial struggles

Kimani Ichung'wah heckled during Ruto's Nyandarua tour

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah faced a hostile reception in Ol Kalou on Thursday while accompanying President William Ruto on his five-day tour of the Mt Kenya region.

Kimani Ichung'wah heckled during Ruto's Nyandarua tour

Explainer: Difference between a Ruling and a Judgment

Similarity between rulings and judgments is that both are decisions made by a court or tribunal in determining the rights and liabilities of the parties.

Explainer: Difference between a Ruling and a Judgment

'Mambo ni matatu:' Ruto's warning to miraa cartels

President William Ruto warns miraa cartels exploiting farmers in Meru, vows action; promises to unlock the crop’s potential.

'Mambo ni matatu:' Ruto's warning to miraa cartels

Kenya receiving 20 refugees from South Sudan daily, says Mudavadi

Government to begin repatriating 4,993 Kenyans from Ethiopia’s Dillo and Megado refugee camps who have expressed interest in returning, Foreign Affairs CS Mudavadi says.

Kenya receiving 20 refugees from South Sudan daily, says Mudavadi

'Not me,' Ruto denies initiating plan to impeach Gachagua

President Ruto claims former DP Gachagua blackmailed him, wanted Sh10 billion to mobilise Mt Kenya region, had disputes with government officials.

'Not me,' Ruto denies initiating plan to impeach Gachagua

Wetangula directs committee to begin approval of State nominees

The committee is expected to table its report before Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

Wetangula directs committee to begin approval of State nominees

Marathoner Brimin Kipkorir banned for violating doping rules

Kipkorir replied to AIU by email, accepting the two-year ban.

Marathoner Brimin Kipkorir banned for violating doping rules

Kenyans react to Rutos Mt.Kenya interview

President William Ruto has faced criticism after concluding his opening interview with journalists from the Mount Kenya region ahead of a five-day development tour.

Kenyans react to Rutos Mt.Kenya interview

Kenya issues advisory alert on Myanmar earthquake

Kenya issues advisory to its citizens in Myanmar and Thailand after devastating earthquakes ; citizens advised to be vigilant, avoid unnecessary travels, and register with embassy for evacuation.

Kenya issues advisory alert on Myanmar earthquake

AUC dispatches special delegation to mediate South Sudan crisis

AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Youssouf dispatches a high-level delegation to engage with stakeholders to de-escalate tension and promote dialogue in South Sudan.

AUC dispatches special delegation to mediate South Sudan crisis

In pictures: President Ruto arrives in Mt.Kenya

President William Ruto arrives in Sagana ahead of a week-long development tour of Mt Kenya, covering nine counties.

In pictures: President Ruto arrives in Mt.Kenya

Ruto: 'Muturi fired himself'

Justin Muturi dismissed himself after he skipped Cabinet meetings; President Ruto says he gave him second chance after he allegedly failed to perform as Attorney General.

Ruto: 'Muturi fired himself'

Mixed reactions as President Ruto reshuffles Cabinet

President Ruto’s recent reshuffling of his cabinet on Wednesday, March 26, has sparked mixed reactions, with congratulatory messages pouring in while others criticize the changes.

Mixed reactions as President Ruto reshuffles Cabinet

This man, Riek Machar, South Sudan's first Vice President

Riek Machar is a prominent figure in South Sudan’s history, first as a rebel leader in the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM/A), which fought for the country’s independence.

This man, Riek Machar, South Sudan's first Vice President

South Sudan crisis: AU calls for peace after Riek Machar's reported arrest

The AU chairperson has urged the conflicting parties to prioritise the well-being of civilians as they focus on restoring peace and development.

South Sudan crisis: AU calls for peace after Riek Machar's reported arrest

KMA faults health leadership shakeup, urges stability in ministry

KMA criticises frequent leadership changes in the Ministry of Health, warning that instability threatens healthcare delivery and long-term reforms.

KMA faults health leadership shakeup, urges stability in ministry

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