Ben Gethi. [File, Standard] The High Court has issued orders stopping the payment of Sh6.2 billion to firms linked to NYS Season One suspects, including businessman Ben Gethi Wangui, over alleged ghost contracts at the State-owned youth agency. Milimani Anti-Corruption High Court Judge Lucy Njuguna issued the orders following an application by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption…
Peter Wanyeki’s life took a tragic turn after a simple act of helping a woman turned into a violent nightmare that lasted nearly two decades Despite enduring months of assault and incarceration without fault, Peter’s story reveals the profound consequences of a relationship gone wrong. Now released from prison, he reflects on a life broken…
President William Ruto visited the late Cyrus Jirongo’s house in Gigiri on December 18 to console his wife and the entire family He signed a condolence book and offered words of comfort to the bereaved family; Ruto had previously praised Jirongo as a strong leader, entrepreneur, and politician whose generosity lifted many. Jirongo, famous for…
Gospel musician Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, known as Betty Bayo.[File, Standard] The Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has directed the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to probe the death of gospel musician Beatrice Wairimu Mbugua, popularly known as Betty Bayo. In a directive dated December 17, 2025, Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Jacinta Nyamosi, acting on…
Youths take part in Luo traditional wrestling , an event which was held in Homa bay dubbed “Piny Luo Festival.” The sport popularly known as ‘Amen” has spread beyond traditional communities and is now regularly featured in major sporting events.[Collins Oduor, Standard] The Piny Luo Cultural Festival is a significant event that celebrates the Luo…
Pastor Victor Kanyari has made it clear his intention to take custody of his children, Sky and Danny, from their stepfather, Tash, following the death of their mother In a recent interview with bloggers, Kanyari responded strongly to those on the internet who criticized his upbringing, especially about his daughter The preacher noted that he…
When Antony Mugambi stopped communicating with his family, they initially thought he had decided to cut ties with them as they welcomed the new year One of his relatives had even made a funny video about cutting people off, making fun of Mugambi, who was working as a second-hand dealer in Nairobi. Speaking to TUKO.co.ke,…
The Ministry of Interior has urged motorists to plan their travel carefully as traffic volumes surge during the festive season, particularly on major highways connecting Nairobi to the Central, Western, and Nyanza regions. In a statement released on Wednesday, December 17, the ministry advised travelers to prepare in advance, remain flexible with travel schedules, and…
Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i held a strategic meeting with Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya on Wednesday, December 17, reinforcing their partnership within the United Opposition. In a subsequent press statement after the talks, Matiang’i indicated that the two leaders had reaffirmed their friendship and their good working relations, citing their joint quest for…
President William Ruto mourns the death of Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim, praising him for his ethical work and great impact Justice Ibrahim, a pioneer of human rights, inspired generations in the Kenyan legal community through his dedication Kenyan leaders also paid their respects, emphasizing Ibrahim’s role in social justice and minority rights for more…
The government on Tuesday inducted and trained 319 interns under the Affordable Housing Programme at Kiambu National Polytechnic in Kiambu County. The interns will be deployed to affordable housing projects across the county to support construction, supervision and project delivery as Kiambu continues to experience rapid urban growth and rising housing needs. The one-year internship programme, expected to…
At least 126 organised criminal gangs are currently operating within Nairobi, authorities have revealed, following an extensive intelligence-led mapping exercise aimed at dismantling insecurity networks in the capital. Nairobi Regional Commissioner Gilbert Kitiyo said security agencies uncovered the gangs through a targeted programme focusing on organised crime and emerging security threats across the city. Speaking…
The Cabinet has approved the rollout of second-generation smart driving licenses as part of efforts to modernize Kenya’s transport system and enhance road safety. In a cabinet dispatch released on Monday, December 15, authorities said the new licenses will be issued through a public–private partnership (PPP), integrating advanced features such as an instant fines system,…
Racheal Mukanda is asking for justice for her family after her nephew drowned in a swimming pool under mysterious circumstances Bereaved aunt recounts her six-year-old nephew’s last moments before he was found dead in a swimming pool Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, Mukanda claimed that no action was taken by or against the management of the entertainment…
The government has successfully rescued and repatriated 18 citizens who were stranded in the Russian Federation after recruiters illegally enlisted them to fight in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine war, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has announced. In an official update, Mudavadi said the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora…