Several health facilities will face charges ranging from conspiracy to defraud, obtaining money by false pretences. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Renson Ingonga has approved criminal charges against several individuals and health facilities for allegedly fraudulent registration and payment claims at the Social Health Authority (SHA). In a statement dated February 25, 2026, Ingonga…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has finalized all preparations for the mini-polls scheduled for Thursday, February 26, 2026. In a progress update, the commission confirmed that the electoral process remains strictly on schedule across several key regions. Voters will head to the polls to fill vacancies in both the National Assembly and various…
Renowned Kenyan athlete Ferdinand Omanyala has shown his fans his completed mansion in Ruiru, a project he has been building for the past few years. The modern house had a flat roof, large floor-to-ceiling windows, several floors, a terrace, and a well-decorated courtyard. Fans flocked to her social media post, congratulating the athlete on the…
Sheikh Ustadh Eid Ali appears in court facing allegations of sexually abusing 12 minors in Othaya Town. In a case that has sent shockwaves through Othaya Town, a local cleric appeared in court on Monday to face allegations of systematic sexual abuse involving 12 minors. Sheikh Ustadh Eid Ali stood before the magistrate as investigators…
Pastor Daniel Gula and his wife, Kathleen Mary Gula, got married despite many challenges after working together in ministry for several years There were big differences between them, including differences in education level, but they chose to marry each other, and more than five decades later they are still together The couple, a man from…
Former ODM director Wafula Buke expressed relief after his 21-year-old son received a four-year prison sentence Wafula explained the mistake his son committed and pleaded with Kenyans to pray for him to recover quickly Many Kenyans advocated the reformation of his son Wafula outside the prison, fearing bad influence in the prison The former director…
Energy Minister Opiyo Wandayi seemed unprepared for the interview and often answered in general terms instead of the specific answers asked by Yvonne Okwara During the interview, the incident that worried many Kenyans was when the CS failed to explain what kind of crude oil Kenya is drilling in Turkana County Wandayi also failed to…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has started taking disciplinary measures against MPs who oppose the coalition government Senior opposition leaders, including Kisumu women’s representative Ruth Odinga and Suba South MP Caroli Omondi, were removed from influential committees in parliament. The Minority Leader in the National Assembly, Junet Mohamed, warned those who oppose the party’s position…
A woman’s plans to perform Islamic prayers after the funeral for her murdered husband were put on hold on Tuesday, February 24 The woman had invited a group of Muslim women for the celebration, but her husband’s family, including his mother, came out against it. The mother and other family members explained why they were…
Five years after entering the Kenyan market, Spotify says local listeners are streaming, discovering and engaging with music at unprecedented levels. Since launching in February 2021, the global music streaming platform has reshaped how Kenyans consume music, powering a new generation of digitally savvy fans who rely on streaming to explore fresh sounds and emerging…
Gladys Wanga criticized Edwin Sifuna for not changing about ODM’s broad government agenda Wanga explains the decisions of the National Central Committee following the death of Raila Odinga and the transition of leadership The Governor of Homa Bay insists that the ODM party aims to strengthen rather than engage in opposition politics Kisumu – Homa…
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has addressed growing public anxiety following reports that it has enlisted auctioneering firms to hunt down unpaid student loans. The clarification comes after a social media firestorm erupted over the board’s aggressive recovery tactics. The debate ignited on Monday, February 23, when a loan beneficiary posted a screenshot on…
The Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations of the National Assembly has approved the appointment of Ida Odinga as Kenya’s permanent representative to UNEP, with MPs expected to discuss and vote on the report During the briefing, Ida outlined plans to expand Kenya’s role in carbon trading and climate finance, citing its strengths in…
Some ODM rebels faced removal from important committee positions, allegedly due to political differences Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed defended the party’s policies and warned MPs against assuming that they have the right to committee positions Member of Parliament Millie Odhiambo challenged Mohamed to give up his limited position on the minority side during an…
Kengen Managing Director Peter Njenga and Chairman Alfred Agoi during the Extraordinary General Meeting. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) is prepared to bypass the national utility Kenya Power and sell electricity directly to industrial consumers. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free…