Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his wife Dorcas Rigathi showered their son Keith with lots of love The Doctor was celebrating his birthday, and his family treated the Carnivore to a well-deserved special party In the Rigathi family, birthdays and family time are given a lot of importance, as they celebrate each family member’s…
People’s Liberation Party leader Martha Karua has shared her recent struggle with the Social Health Authority (SHA) following her father’s hospital admission. Speaking on Thursday, February 19, 2026, Karua explained that SHA covered less than 10 percent of her father’s medical costs. The PLP leader noted that she had to pay the remaining balance from…
Council of Governors Chairman and Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdulahi addresses a press briefing in Kilifi County on February 9, 2026. [Nehemiah Okwembah, Standard] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has ignited public discourse on the underdevelopment of the North Eastern region, dividing the political class as residents, professionals and intellectuals from the region weighed…
Stephanie Jepchumba Ruto made a rare public appearance to donate to the welfare of children Keen Kenyans discovered the device attached to his arm during the event, sparking a huge debate online about its use. Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, the medical doctor explained that the wearable device is a modern medical tool designed to help monitor…
Former Minister of Public Service, Moses Kuria, has praised Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna for his moderate criticism of the partnership agreement between Nairobi County and the National Government Sifuna objected to the alleged injection of KSh 80 billion, warning that the contract could repeat the challenges that once faced Nairobi Metropolitan Services (NMS). He suggested…
Just a few days after praising Linda Mwananchi’s meeting which was attended by a large crowd in Kitengela, Millicent Omanga has announced her decision to join the movement The move comes about two weeks after he hinted that he could join the camp of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Gachagua welcomed him to join the…
Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga convened a meeting with some of the county leaders, not including Governor James Orengo, which sparked whispers Those who attended included deputy governor William Oduol, MPs Christine Ombaka, Elisha Odhiambo, David Ochieng’, and former Rarieda MP Fred Gumbo Oburu described the meeting as a “consultation session” aimed at uniting the leadership…
The government is seeking partnerships with the private sector under a 10-year initiative aimed at transforming the irrigation sector in Kenya. The programme seeks to expand irrigation coverage from the current 22% to 50% of the country’s potential by fostering collaboration with private investors, development partners, and local communities. At the core of the initiative…
Nyeri High Court sentenced Julius Macharia to death after finding him guilty of defiling and killing seven-year-old Tamara Blessing Judge Magare Kizito said that the crime was deliberately planned, carried out and incited by Macharia to betray the victim’s trust The judge cited the brutality of the crime, the trauma done to the family and…
Nicholas Julius Macharia, the man who killed a seven-year-old girl and buried her under her bed at his home, has received a sentence He had blamed the devil for the act, claiming he was powerless to stop himself from committing the heinous crime However, the Supreme Court dismissed the claims, excluding the devil from the…
A heartbroken mother from Kirinyaga is searching for her 14-year-old daughter who has been missing for almost two months Lucy Wandia says the young man first disappeared on Republic Day in December 2025, but was found a few days later, and explained why he ran away; then he disappeared again Speaking during an emotional interview,…
The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) has informed residents of a scheduled 26-hour water supply interruption affecting dozens of neighborhoods. In a notice released on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the company announced it will shut down the Sasumua Water Treatment Plant from Friday, February 20, at 6:00 am until Saturday, February 21, at…
Businessman Oketch Salah has clashed with Ruth Odinga after she said she did not know him, accusing her of using her relationship with the late Raila Odinga to seek fame. Salah insists that his relationship was only with Raila, not with Odinga’s family, and claims that he even facilitated Ruth’s trip to India during Raila’s…
Kisumu County Women’s Representative, Ruth Odinga, has distanced herself from Migori businessman Oketch Salah, questioning his claim to be close to Odinga’s family Ruth said she has only met Salah a few times and questioned his integrity following his continued participation in what he claims was Raila Odinga’s last conversation. He also denied Salah’s claim…
Director General for Health Dr Patrick Amoth addresses the press after receiving the initial consignment of 21,000 starter doses of the long-acting injectable HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), Lenacapavir Kenya has taken a major step in its fight against HIV after receiving its first shipment of 21,000 starter doses of lenacapavir, a breakthrough long-acting injectable for…