Police officers in Lugari, Kakamega County have arrested a suspected drug peddler and recovered 20 kilograms of Cannabis sativa (bhang) with a street value of Sh.200,000. Confirming the arrest, Lugari Deputy County Commissioner Jeremiah Tumo said the suspect was apprehended early Monday following a tip-off from members of the public. Tumo said, “Today early in…
Happy Kenyan parents celebrated their son Kimeu’s A grade in KCSE by gifting him a Toyota car Her sister, Becky, gave a brief glimpse of the car and filmed as her parents handed her the keys Becky, a digital content creator, also responded to her fans and shared the cost of the car as well…
Former Deputy President and Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed claims by Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba that he is forcing her to join his political outfit. Speaking on Monday, January 12, Gachagua said the pressure Wamuchomba is facing has nothing to do with him and everything to do with her…
Six Iranian nationals have appeared before the Shanzu Law Courts in Mombasa after authorities linked them to a massive drug trafficking operation involving narcotics worth an estimated KSh8.2 billion. In a statement released on Monday, January 12, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) confirmed that all six suspects pleaded guilty when the court formally read…
The National Police Service has received a major mobility boost following the acquisition of 591 brand-new vehicles worth Sh7 billion through a partnership with Isuzu East Africa, RentCo Africa Limited, and Equity Bank. The initiative is expected to improve response times, enhance service delivery, and strengthen law and order across the country. Speaking during the…
The government has introduced a strict new 10-point evaluation system for investors seeking to acquire or lease public land for commercial projects, Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Export Processing Zones (EPZs), in a move aimed at protecting public assets and ensuring every deal delivers real economic value. In Circular No. 09/2025, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John…
President William Ruto dismissed allegations of eroding support in Mount Kenya, telling residents of Nyeri that his political ties to the region remain strong. Ruto said that leadership is based on policies and results, not songs or threats, warning opponents that slogans will not convince voters The President reminded voters that the agenda of his…
Nyahururu athletes on the weekend had a rare opportunity to sample Ekiden running, a popular Japanese relay race, following a demonstration event organised by a young Japanese athlete, Sushi Takamura, who is on a mission to spread the Ekiden race culture across the world. Ekiden racing is a long-distance road relay event that is highly…
Harambee Stars defender Abud Omar has shared some of the incidents of indiscipline that marred the national team under ex-coach Engin Firat that led to fist fights in camp. Harambee Stars defender Abud Omar has revealed how players exhibited ill-behaviour during the era of former coach Engin Firat. Omar, who has been involved in a…
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has proposed new legal reforms aimed at strengthening accountability in Kenya’s Judiciary by allowing it to discipline judges for minor misconduct, instead of being limited to recommending their removal. Currently, the JSC can only recommend dismissal or exonerate judges, a binary approach critics say undermines judicial oversight. The commission presented…
The first batch of Grade Ten learners started reporting on Monday to various institutions nationwide, with about 200 students admitted at Nanyuki High School in Laikipia County. According to the school administration, a total of 700 students are expected to join the national school by Friday this week as the pioneer class under the Competency-Based…
Manchester United are expected to appoint Michael Carrick as their new head coach following the sacking of Ruben Amorim Carrick beat Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to the position after some senior stars in the dressing room rejected Solskjaer’s selection The former midfielder was Red Devils manager for three games in 2021 after Solskjaer was sacked Manchester…
Doctors at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have successfully saved the life of a two-year-old boy after food particles became trapped deep inside his lung, causing a dangerous medical emergency that went undetected for days. In a statement issued on Monday, January 12, KNH said the toddler, identified as Jaydeen, arrived at the hospital after developing…
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has announced that the placement window for Grade 10 learners will remain open for one more week to allow all students facing challenges with placement to settle, as the government pushes for a 100 per cent transition under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system. Speaking at Kamahuha Girls High School in…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has moved to clarify his controversial comments on the national school placement system, insisting that he was pushing for fairness and equity, not tribalism or regional exclusion. Gachagua said he fully supports students from all parts of Kenya attending schools in the Mt Kenya region, but argued that the placement…