The National Police Service (NPS) says 31 people lost their lives in road accidents within the first week of 2026 Police blame reckless driving, speeding, drunk driving, and boda boda violations for the killings IG Douglas Kanja ordered a crackdown on breathalyzers, PSV checks, and black spot patrols The National Police Service has outlined a…
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…
On Thursday, January 8, newspapers turned their attention to the intensifying political chessboard, detailing shifting alliances and planned moves as leaders put themselves in place early, with the 2027 General Election looming. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Thursday, January 8. Screenshots: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC 1. The Star…
Joel Kabari, the father of catechist James Njoroge Kabari, who died in a fatal accident on the Nairobi-Nakuru Road, has narrated the last words of his son He failed to accept the painful truth that not only his son died, but his son-in-law and two grandsons also lost their lives in the same accident. A…
President William Ruto has announced a plan to recruit 24,000 new teachers who are expected to report to classes later in January President Ruto said the government has allocated KSh 44 billion for primary, primary and secondary schools before the new semester, while the remaining balance will be paid in the next two semesters. However,…
Bishop Muthee Kiengei had a year 2025 full of ups and downs that earned him praise and criticism in equal measure Many asked him to focus on preaching and helping the underprivileged, while others wanted him to resign after being involved in the controversy with Dama wa Spares However, he has shared photos of people…
Gideon Kirui married his German fiancée, Tabea Jasmin Schumann, after two years of dating and overcoming family opposition Kirui told TUKO.co.ke that he met Tabea in 2024 when he was studying for a Master’s degree at Tel Aviv University in Israel Both families initially expressed concern due to cultural and racial differences, but later accepted…
Babu Owino has dismissed reports that he will abandon the Nairobi gubernatorial race in favor of Kisumu The Member of Parliament for Embakasi East has repeatedly indicated that he will run for the City Hall seat in 2027 but has not yet officially confirmed his candidacy Babu will face incumbent Governor Johnson Sakaja, who is…
Francis Atwoli has been unanimously supported by all trade unions affiliated with COTU-K ahead of the August elections The endorsement followed a high-level meeting with 42 general secretaries of trade unions, who agreed to nominate him as the union’s candidate. If re-elected, Atwoli’s tenure as COTU general secretary will reach 25 years, marking a historic…
Friends and family of the late Atem Mawut, who attended Chavakali Boys High School, mourned after learning of his death, which happened just days before the KCSE results were announced. According to the Chavakali community, the young man had many admirable qualities, and they shared a brief tribute to him citing his heroic struggle with…
Catechist James Njoroge Kabari, his wife Teresia, and their two young children lost their lives in a fatal road accident in Karai area of Naivasha Their daughter, Clare Wairimu, survived the accident and is receiving treatment at the Nairobi Women’s Hospital in Naivasha His catechist brother shared emotional memories of James’ hopes for the new…
On Wednesday, January 7, Kenyan newspapers reported on the politics of the day, highlighting the deal between President William Ruto and KANU chairman Gideon Moi. The front pages of the Daily Nation and Taifa Leo newspapers. Photo: Screenshots from Daily Nation and Nation Today.Source: UGC 1. Nation Today The newspaper highlighted the apparent difference between…
The adopted son of the late Raila Odinga, Oketch Salah, has been discussed since his death with many wondering where he was for a long time Salah shared a new video of him dancing with Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga in the stadium, which caused mixed reactions among their followers This comes a few days after…
A Guardian Angel bus carrying secondary school students overturned in Kimende on the Nairobi-Nakuru highway Pictures showed the bus that had fallen on its side with students sitting on the grass next to locals and passers-by helping them The accident followed a similar one earlier in the morning, which claimed six lives after a bus…
TikTok user, Andrea Andy, was very excited after sharing a plane with former president Uhuru Kenyatta The captain was heard during a speech to welcome customers, acknowledging the presence of the politician on the flight Many Kenyans wondered where Uhuru was going while others asked if he had his own private plane Kenyan TikToker, Andrea…