An aerial view of Wilson Airport in Nairobi. [File, Standard] Wilson Airport, East Africa’s busiest general aviation hub, is in trouble. Beneath the constant hum of 120,000 yearly airplanes conducting training flights, commercial departures, and safari charters lies a facility struggling with decay, congestion, and systemic failures that have aviation stakeholders deeply worried. The physical…
The High Court has allowed the release of former Kiambu governor Ferdinand Waititu after reviewing his bail conditions while continuing his appeal in his corruption case Waititu’s lawyer told the court that the former county governor has already gained his freedom following the amendment of bail conditions granted by Judge Winfrida Okwany The court set…
The Centre for Multiparty Democracy (CMD) has urged political leaders to exercise tolerance and embrace peaceful campaigns ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking on the second of the 8th edition of the People Dialogue Festival at Uhuru Park in Nairobi, CMD CEO Frankline Mukwanja called on political actors to shun confrontational politics and instead…
James Orengo has questioned the circumstances of Raila Odinga’s death, claiming he was transported to India against his wishes He claims the heart-related problems mentioned by Indian doctors are not convincing without the post-mortem report Orengo insists a proper investigation needs to be done, suggesting Raila’s death was politically motivated Governor of Siaya James Orengo…
Kenya’s weather experts are advising farmers to prepare for a brief pause in the current rains starting late next week. Edward Muriuki, the acting director of the Kenya Meteorological Department, explained that a shifting tropical weather system called the Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) is moving into a new phase. This shift will temporarily block cloud formation…
Controversy continues to shake the Jubilee Party led by Uhuru Kenyatta as members question its position within the Opposition and the transparency of the selection of candidates Former Member of Parliament Wambugu Ngunjiri has asked for clarification on the appointment of Fred Matiang’i as Jubilee’s presidential candidate, saying the process was unclear and not in…
The Member of Parliament for Emurua Dikirr, Johana Ng’eno, was volunteering to help musicians from the Kalenjin community, including gospel singer from the Maa community, Agatha Naserian A video of the MP attending Agatha’s recent event surfaced after her death, much to the dismay of many When mourners arrived at Karen’s home, Agatha’s emotional story…
Gikomba market and surrounding areas marked for demolition The High Court has stepped in to pause any activity at Muthurwa Market and the Nairobi River’s banks. This decision follows an urgent lawsuit from local traders who are fighting to stop looming evictions and demolitions. The court certified the case an urgent matter and scheduled a…
Musician Ken Wa Maria publicly confronted Machakos County governor Wavinya Ndeti about the long-term debt of KSh 19 million owed by Sammy Kioko The governor shifted that role to the county’s procurement team, saying he would not be directly involved in resolving the debt crisis. Kenyans expressed strong solidarity with Kioko, questioning why the governor…
New tensions have emerged within the United Opposition after the Jubilee Party accused the coalition of excluding its candidates. The deputy leader of the Jubilee party, Jeremiah Kioni, said the few opportunities to speak in the public meetings of the opposition are denying the Jubilee candidates the opportunity to present their agenda Kioni mentioned a…
Leaders associated with Linda Mwananchi’s wing have opposed the request to register the movement as a political party The group, led by Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino, said the petition allegedly presented by Charles Wanyonyi could abuse the credibility and public identity of the movement. They have asked…
Opta has updated its 2025/26 Premier League title predictions after Arsenal moved seven points clear at the top The Gunners beat Brighton and Hove Albion 1-0, while Manchester City were held to a 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest Arsenal have eight games left, while Manchester City still have nine games left in the title race…
Kenya Red Cross volunteer Samuel Wanyonyi Wangila lost his life during a rescue operation in Nairobi Wanyonyi served in the agency for over 15 years, earning praise for her courage, professionalism and dedication to saving lives When news of his death was announced, condolences poured in from family, friends, colleagues and those he mentored across…
Millicent fears she may not get justice after accusing her mother-in-law of attacking her with a sharp instrument while she slept The mother of three narrated step by step what happened as she wept bitterly following the horrific incident Millicent, from Homa Bay County, said she was lucky to survive the attack and expressed concern…
Before owning a house, gospel musician Mary Atieno revealed that she once went through serious challenges in paying rent Mary remembered how people around her often told her that she would reach old age without having any financial plan He thanked his friend for the help he gave him during that difficult time, saying he…