Beginning with the 2026–27 academic year, students seeking university placement will face a new set of criteria following a major announcement by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS). The placement service confirmed that the reviewed standards have already secured the necessary support from key stakeholders, including regulatory and professional bodies. “The criteria…
Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa and Ndegwa Njiru stand beside Raphael Tuju’s hospital bed at Karen Hospital. [Courtesy, KMPS] The arrest and subsequent handling of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju have raised fresh concerns over police conduct in the country, with questions emerging about the treatment of suspects in custody, and whether due process…
A Nairobi court issued an arrest warrant for blogger Kitovoto Mutinda on Monday, March 23, 2026, after he failed to appear for a scheduled hearing in a case involving Mwingi Central MP Gideon Mulyungi. Principal Magistrate Rose Ndombi ordered the arrest at the Milimani Law Courts when both the accused and his legal representative missed…
Audio By Vocalize Runners take part in the women’s 5000 metres time trial at Afraha Stadium in Nakuru County. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Athletics is often a battle to destroy strong fields and writing history in spectacular fashions. Aside from chasing glory in tough contests for sweet victories or podium spots, young and fast-rising track talents…
A woman has surrendered to authorities after a tragic incident at a lodging in Mumbuni, Makueni County, where she reportedly killed her 11-year-old son. Police confirmed that while the eldest child lost his life on March 22, her two younger children, aged six and three, were found alive. Investigators are still working to uncover the…
The poor performance of the police during the arrest led to the admission of former Jubilee general secretary Raphael Tuju in the ICU Opposition leaders, including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, visited Tuju and condemned police brutality The High Court granted Tuju anticipatory bail and fixed his arraignment on April 7, 2026 Nairobi: Former secretary general…
Naiyanoi Ng’eno, the widow of the late Emurua Dikirr MP Johanna Ng’eno, has withdrawn from the by-election race to succeed her husband. Family spokesman David Ng’etich confirmed the decision on Monday, March 23, 2026, noting that after deep consultations, the family chose to shield the 28-year-old lawyer from the intense political battle ahead. The spokesman…
On Wednesday, March 25, dailies highlighted the health concerns of former Cabinet Minister Raphael Tuju in police custody amid a property dispute, as well as the exhumation of many bodies from a mass grave in Kericho. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Wednesday, March 25. Photos/screenshots: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and Taifa Leo.Source:…
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has intensified its debt recovery efforts, introducing aggressive new penalties for both employers and former students to claw back more than KSh 100 billion in unpaid loans. In an announcement made on Friday, March 20, 2026, the Board warned that companies failing to declare staff with outstanding loans or…
Detectives in Nairobi are currently hunting a gang of suspected thugs who raided a residence in Lavington, escaping with over Sh2.6 million in various currencies. The victims, a group of Chinese nationals, informed police that the attackers seized two safes containing US$20,000 along with significant amounts of Kenyan Shillings, Chinese Yuan, and Japanese Yen. The…
Popular comedian Flaqo was previously in a romantic relationship with Kerant, but they broke up after dating for four years Keranta came forward to reveal that the comedian took the car he gave her, and while giving her side of the story, Flaqo admitted how she struggled with loneliness after the breakup However, new allegations…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed reports of a mass grave in Kericho, clarifying that the site contains unclaimed bodies relocated from Nyamira. In a press briefing on Monday, March 23, 2026, DCI Director Amin Mohamed stated that preliminary findings show no evidence of foul play or criminal involvement. He noted that the…
Kenyatta National Hospital gave 7 days notice to families to collect 480 bodies that have been stored there for a long time Most of the bodies are children, with the hospital warning that it may seek court approval for burial if the deadline passes. The legal system and recent court decisions may affect how long…
Authorities in Nairobi have arraigned the main suspect in the brutal acid attack on gospel singer Mary Claire, securing a five-day detention period to allow investigators more time to build their case. Police arrested Elvis Opiyo during a coordinated sting operation involving law enforcement and a security team associated with former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko. Investigators believe the assault…
Relentless rainfall has pushed Kenya into a deepening crisis as major rivers in Kisumu, Tana River, and Uasin Gishu counties surge past their banks. The Ministry of Interior and National Administration reports a grim toll from the flooding, confirming 84 deaths as of Tuesday, March 24, while search teams continue to look for three individuals…