Newspapers on Wednesday, April 1, reported on various topics, including the upcoming changes in the leadership of the Department of Criminal Investigation (DCI), where its director, Mohamed Amin, is expected to step down as his term of office ends. The front pages of Taifa Leo and Daily Nation newspapers. Photo: Taifa Today and Daily Nation.Source:…
Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi when he appeared before the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Budget at Parliament on March 31, 2026. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] Kenyans will have to wait longer for cheaper cooking gas after the government confirmed that a highly anticipated deal with a Saudi Arabian firm had collapsed, stalling a key plan…
Kenya has cleared a major hurdle in its race to host continental football after the sports ministry confirmed Tuesday that the government paid the USD 30 million (KSh 3.9 billion) hosting fee for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This payment ends weeks of speculation regarding the country’s commitment to the tournament and secures its…
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of threatening him politically and undermining President William Ruto as well as funding the opposition. UDA General Secretary, Hassan Omar, claimed that Uhuru is working to undermine the Kenya First agenda for political gain. Omar claimed that the former president is funding propaganda to…
The High Court has intervened in the ongoing power struggle at Nairobi Hospital, issuing conservatory orders that shield several directors and top officials from arrest and prosecution. This legal reprieve pauses all state-led criminal actions related to the facility’s governance and management until the court hears a formal petition challenging those actions. Justice Bahati Mwamuye…
Mathira Member of Parliament Eric Wamumbi has pledged to accompany the family of the late Nyeri Governor Nderitu Gachagua to State House. This move aims to resolve a simmering inheritance dispute involving the late governor’s brother, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. In a video address on Monday, March 30, 2026, Wamumbi explained that the family…
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President William Ruto will make history this April as the first sitting head of state to address a Kenyan county assembly. Following an official invitation from the Members of the County Assembly (MCAs), the president has confirmed he will speak at the Nairobi City County Assembly on Thursday, April 9. According to Chief of Staff…
Gikomba market and surrounding areas marked for demolition The government has released architectural designs for a state-of-the-art market at Gikomba, signaling a new era for one of East Africa’s largest trading hubs. This follows a major overnight demolition exercise on Monday, March 30, 2026, where authorities cleared structures near the Nairobi River after the expiration…
The Kenyan boxing community is mourning the loss of 38-year-old Jacob “Jack Spoiler” Oyoko, who tragically collapsed during a professional match at the Mumias Cultural Centre in Kakamega County this past Saturday. Reuben Ndolo, President of the Kenya Professional Boxing Commission (KPBC), confirmed the death of the Kisumu-based fighter. Despite receiving immediate medical care at…
Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi when he appeared before the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Budget at Parliament on March 31, 2026. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] Kenyans will have to wait longer for cheaper cooking gas after the government confirmed that a highly anticipated deal with a Saudi Arabian firm had collapsed, stalling a key plan…
Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi when he appeared before the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Budget at Parliament on March 31, 2026. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] Kenyans will have to wait longer for cheaper cooking gas after the government confirmed that a highly anticipated deal with a Saudi Arabian firm had collapsed, stalling a key plan…
Collins Ochieng’ Omollo has been facing challenges regarding his children’s education, which has left him deeply saddened. Omollo shared the message he received from the school while struggling to find a solution to the existing situation Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, the father of seven from Homa Bay opened up about how the issue affected him, while…
Audio By Vocalize Kitutu Chache MP Anthony Kibagendi has suffered yet another blow after he was suspended again from the National Assembly for 14 days, even as he was named for ‘gross disorderly conduct’. This came after Laikipia Mp, Sarah Korere raised a question whether Kibagendi was appropriately in the House, saying that he…
Audio By Vocalize The Russian national faced backlash for secretly recording women’s private encounter in different parts including Kenya. The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has launched investigations into privacy concerns surrounding the use of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, following mounting pressure from civil society and the public. In a formal response dated…