A total of 1,129 learners from vulnerable families joining Grade 10 in Garissa County this year have benefited from the 2026 Elimu Scholarship Programme, a move expected to significantly ease the financial burden on needy households and boost access to senior school education. Out of the total beneficiaries, 245 learners are from Dadaab Refugee Camp,…
Githunguri Member of Parliament, Gathoni Wamuchomba, has increased his attacks against former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of selfishness, intolerance, and exploiting his supporters He claimed that Gachagua asked for more than KSh 600 million during his visit to the US, which he used for personal debts and bulletproof luxury cars In a strong…
Rarieda Member of Parliament Otiende Amollo responded to reports that he will contest for the Siaya governorship seat in the 2027 election There have been rumors in the county after Governor James Orengo clashed with senior leaders of the ODM party Amollo urged ODM leaders to strengthen the party before the next election and advocate…
YouTube is frequently blocked on school networks, office Wi-Fi, and public systems. These restrictions often interrupt access to tutorials, lectures, and work-related content without warning. In most cases, YouTube blocks are applied at the network level, not at the account level. This means the network administrator has told the router to block any traffic requesting…
The government has empowered chiefs and assistant chiefs to serve as primary identifiers in a nationwide identity registration drive. The initiative is aimed at ensuring all Kenyans acquire national documents without unnecessary delays or bureaucratic hurdles. Speaking during a sensitisation forum for chiefs and assistant chiefs at the Bandari Maritime Academy in Mombasa, Principal Secretary (PS)…
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has welcomed a High Court ruling that temporarily blocks government entities from hiring private advocates and law firms, calling it a crucial step toward safeguarding public resources and strengthening in-house legal capacity. The conservatory order, issued on Monday, halts the engagement, procurement, and payment of external legal services…
Members of the Rastafari Society of Kenya appeared before Justice Bahati Mwamuye on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, as they pursue a landmark case seeking the legalisation of Marijuana. The society is challenging sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control Act that criminalise the cultivation, possession, and use of cannabis, arguing that the laws…
A police officer has faced public outrage after a video showed him brutally abusing his nine-year-old daughter While in a special interview with TUKO.co.ke, Brenda Naftal, the child’s mother, claimed a history of domestic violence and the challenges of seeking help The officer involved admitted to injuring his daughter, but said it was an incorrect…
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has reflected on key moments in her life and career, sharing lessons on growth and perseverance. Jamaican sprinting legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce recently took to social media to share three pivotal moments that have shaped her life and career, highlighting her first Olympic victory in 2008, the achievement of earning a college degree, and…
Serahfina Godian John died a day after making unusual statements and saying goodbye to her parents with touching words Her mother, Neema Meshack, said Serahfina was healthy and well, which made her last words and actions all the more disturbing and painful. Although she believes her daughter is in God’s hands, Neema expressed deep sadness,…
Kenya Railways says Governor Wamatangi’s demolished property sat on land reserved for a new railway line ahead of AFCON 2027 The project includes a spur from Nairobi Central Station through Nyayo Stadium and Kibera to Talanta Sports City, aimed at easing fan movement The agency insists all encroachers were served notices and warns that illegal…
Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah shared an emotional moment ahead of their AFCON 2025 game Mane was on the winning side again, scoring the winning goal in the second half as Senegal secured their last place Salah failed again on the continental stage, with the Liverpool star failing to give the champions another championship record…
The parties that make up the Umoja One Kenya Coalition have called for the immediate resignation of the Minority Leader in the National Assembly, Junet Mohamed The parties have accused Junet of making unwise statements that destroy the legacy of former President Uhuru Kenyatta and undermine the integrity of the coalition. They have also called…
Former Trade Minister Moses Kuria announced his support for President William Ruto’s re-election in 2027, but revealed that his support is driven by personal ambition Kuria, who resigned from the Ruto administration, said he wanted Ruto’s term to end in five years to pave his own political path. The outspoken politician criticized Rigathi Gachagua’s tough…
As soon as the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results were released, candidates who took the exams had no time to celebrate Despite getting good marks in the national exam, the young man immediately started working as a casual laborer to support his family The young man from Nairobi opened up about his…