PS Lands Nixon Korir before the National Assembly’s Committee on Lands Chaired by Joash Nyamoko for review of Budget Policy Statement 2025 at Continental House, Parliament, Nairobi. February 24th,2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] A Nairobi magistrate’s court has barred lawyer Thomas Letangule and his colleague Abdulhakim Dahir Sheikh from defaming Lands Principal Secretary Nixon Korir in relation to the…
Gem Member of Parliament Elisha Odhiambo is readying a suit against former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i for extrajudicial killings during his time in the Jubilee government.. Odhiambo confirmed that he was drafting a petition to bar Dr. Matiang‘i from vying for the presidency, claiming that he oversaw what he called government–sponsored atrocities – particularly the dumping of bodies of mutilated individuals in River Yala. “As MP for Gem, I had a meeting with lawyers last night having listened…
Kenya’s fight against corruption took a significant leap forward following the training of 500 County Anti-Corruption Civilian Oversight Committees (CACCOCs) countrywide. The training aimed at empowering communities to monitor public resources and report irregularities. The Committees, to be established in all 47 counties, are expected to serve as the frontline mechanism for community-level monitoring of…
Emily Korir in a past appearance. PHOTO/@AusHCKenya/XEmily Korir has continued to defy odds by turning adversity, which threatened to end her dreams, into a lifelong legacy. Korir, who turned a new leaf after a life-altering stroke, is among the recipients of the King’s Birthday 2025 honours in Australia. In a statement shared by Australia’s High…
A Kenyan content creator, a trio of human rights journalists and a veteran Ghanaian press freedom advocate were among the standout honourees at the fourth edition of the Africa Media Festival (AMF 2026), which closed with the Africa Media Awards held in Nairobi. The awards, which are presented by Baraza Media Lab, recognise journalists, creators…
A mental health crisis in sports has forced Eliud Kipchoge to urge young athletes to prioritize career and values over money, hoping to guide them away from depression and doping risks. Former world marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge is urging upcoming athletes to prioritise their careers and personal values over the lure of fast money….
Peter Maina Wanjiru, newly engaged from Kirinyaga, was trolled online after sharing a wedding photo with his wife, Irene Karimi Some netizens laughed at the couple's height difference, even asking personal questions about the dynamics of their relationship Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, Maina emphasized that marriage should focus on love, companionship and faith rather than physical…
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will take place from June 14 to July 13 across 12 stadiums in 11 US cities and this article details all you need to know ahead of the event. The FIFA Club World Cup takes place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, and will run until the final in New…
An administrative police officer took the woman to the door and carried her to the court, where her case was being heard The lady refused to use the elevator after arriving at the court, leaving everyone wondering how to get her to the courtroom The officer, who seemed to be overcome with emotion and compassion,…
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya at a recent rally during his tour. PHOTO/@pksalasya/XMumias East constituency Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya has urged President Ruto not to vie for the presidency in 2027. Taking to his official X account on the night of Thursday, June 19, 2025, Salasya argued that exiting the 2027 presidential contest…
Rising Stars were initially supposed to face Sierra Leone, Zambia and Senegal in the upcoming U-20 AFCON, but a draw change now means they will face Morocco, Nigeria and Tunisia. Rising Stars assistant coach Anthony Akhulia has explained why he is not too worried by the prospect of facing Morocco, Tunisia and Nigeria in the…
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone may be one of the greatest hurdlers of all time nowadays, but she maybe never could have were it not for sibling rivalry growing up. Four-time Olympic champion Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has opened up on how her sibling rivalries growing up opened the pathways for her journey to stardom in a USA. McLaughlin-Levrone comes…
KCB are 15th on the league standings, which has mounted pressure on Robert Matano, a three-time title winning coach. KCB FC head coach Robert Matano remains calm and confident despite the Bankers’ alarming start to the 2025/26 FKF Premier League campaign. KCB, who were among last season’s early pacesetters and even topped the standings after…
Kenyans are still coming to terms with the tragic death of gospel singer Betty Bayo, who died at the Kenyatta National Hospital It was later revealed that the mother of two was battling acute leukemia, a severe form of blood cancer that causes rapid cell growth and heavy bleeding. TUKO.co.ke investigated the symptoms, causes, and…
Kenyan climate activist Truphena Muthoni is preparing for another extraordinary environmental challenge – this time on the global stage. The passionate conservationist plans to attempt a new world record by hugging 1,172 trees in one hour during an upcoming visit to Brazil. The ambitious feat, if successful, would surpass the current record and further spotlight…