Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Members led by Secretary General Davji Atellah, addressing press on January 8th 2026,.[Edward Kiplimo,Standard] Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has demanded alignment of labour laws and Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) guidelines amid uproar over licensing and employment of foreign doctors. The union…
Nick Wambugu, a BBC videographer associated with Blood Parliament, died on January 7 after a rare blood disorder Wambugu and three other filmmakers had been arrested for alleged involvement in this article, which they denied His death coincided with a trial at the Mountain Law Courts, prompting a 40-second silence in his honour. The nation…
Secretary General of COTU, Francis Atwoli, said that opposition politics in Kenya is in a state of chaos following the death of former prime minister Raila Odinga. Atwoli described Raila’s legacy as unparalleled, saying the opposition does not have a leader capable of facing President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. While praising Wiper…
Nairobi Senator and Secretary General of ODM, Edwin Sifuna, has indicated that he is ready to embrace negotiations to end conflicts within the party, responding to Mama Ida Odinga’s call for unity The conflict stems from a division over whether ODM should partner with President William Ruto towards his re-election bid in 2027, something Sifuna…
On Wednesday, January 7, the General Secretary of the Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Francis Atwoli spoke about the loss of the Declaration of Unity in 2022 Atwoli explained how former president Uhuru Kenyatta contributed significantly to the loss of former prime minister Raila Odinga. The veteran trade unionist gave solid advice to former Home…
Mother Ida Odinga has urged ODM leaders to embrace dialogue and unity, warning that internal conflicts risk tarnishing Raila Odinga’s legacy ODM has continued to split since Raila’s death, with factions clashing over their relationship with President William Ruto and the inclusive government. ODM Secretary General, Senator Edwin Sifuna, getting support from Oburu Oginga and…
The hopes of reopening the Nakuru War Memorial Hospital are dwindling, two years after it was shut down by the County Government of Nakuru in January 2024. Despite eight court orders from the Environment and Land Courts in Nakuru and Nyandarua, and the Court of Appeal, no significant steps have been made for the hospital to be reopened and…
Nigeria’s players have threatened relegation from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations ahead of their quarter-final match The three-time champions are expected to meet the 2019 champions, Algeria, on Saturday in a fierce match between two African giants Their preparations for the match could be hampered by their recent spat with the Nigeria Football Federation…
COTU secretary general Francis Atwoli questioned former president Uhuru Kenyatta’s political influence ahead of the 2027 General Election Atwoli questioned claims that Uhuru’s support could have given Jubilee deputy leader Fred Matiang’i the House. He pointed to confusion within Raila’s 2022 campaign, saying Uhuru’s involvement lacked clear coordination with the frontline teams Warning Matiang’i to…
The owners of the BBS commercial center in Eastleigh street have filed a case with the NCIC due to Rigathi Gachagua’s remarks about the fraud scandal in Minnesota.
The Member of Parliament for Githunguri, Gathoni Wamuchomba, has criticized former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua for his remarks about the placement of Mt Kenya schools. Wamuchomba described Gachagua’s suggestion that elite national schools in the region should admit only local students as illogical. He accused the former DP of using tribal sentiments to block access…
Pastor James Irungu, the young man who took the internet by storm after trying to hug a tree for 80 hours, unfortunately did not reach his goal, but well-meaning Kenyans are defending him When Irungu came out, some Kenyans accused him of trying to imitate Turphena, who broke his 48-hour challenge to create awareness of…
Migori Senator Eddy Oketch has withdrawn a contentious motion aimed at de-whipping and expelling Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, opting instead to pursue alternative dispute resolution within the party. In a letter dated January 6, 2026, Aguko, Osman & Company Advocates, representing Senator Oketch, confirmed the withdrawal of the motion, which had…
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) holders who meet the entry requirements for the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) can now apply for courses through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) portal. KUCCPS opened the application window on Wednesday, with the process set to run until January 27, 2026. The January intake…
Popular filmmaker Nick Wambugu was battling a rare blood disorder that he contracted days before raising money for his treatment He was among four filmmakers arrested in 2025 following the BBC’s Blood Parliament documentary on anti-government protests TUKO.co.ke featured five photos showing his vibrant personality and the rich life he lived before his untimely death…