NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 2 – A police officer was shot dead and two others injured in a brazen ambush by armed attackers in the Free Area of Nakuru Town early Monday morning. According to police, the officers were responding to…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 2 — Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has reiterated the need for national unity and inclusive development as a foundation for achieving Kenya’s long-term aspirations. Speaking on Sunday during the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations held in Homa Bay…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 2 — Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar has called on Kenyans to remain vigilant in protecting the ideals of independence and to resist lingering condescending attitudes from former colonial powers. Speaking on Sunday during the 62nd Madaraka…
NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 2 – At least 14 flagship government projects have failed to absorb more than half of their allocated budgets, resulting in the underutilisation of Sh304.4 billion over the past five years. This represents 59.1 per cent of…
The death toll after deadly floods hit the Nigerian town of Mokwa on Thursday has risen to more than 200, officials say. There are still 500 people missing in the town in north-central Niger State, as a search mission continues.…
The passing of Prof. Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o draws the curtain on the life of one of Africa’s most consequential literary and ideological figures. Ngũgĩ was not merely a writer—he was the towering conscience of our times, a colossus who dared…
The government has unveiled a new flexible payment plan for Social Health Authority (SHA) contributors in the informal sector. Speaking at the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa Bay, Ruto said the plan dubbed Lipa SHA pole pole will enable…
NAIROBI, Kenya, June 1 — ODM leader Raila Odinga has called on the government to compensate victims and families of those who lost their lives or were injured during last year’s youth-led anti-government protests and previous demonstrations. The protests, some…
NAIROBI, Kenya, June 1 — President William Ruto has defended his administration’s record, touting a raft of social and economic programs as he led the nation in commemorating the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations in Homa Bay. President Ruto described his…
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has welcomed President William Ruto’s recent apology to Kenyans, including the youth of Generation Z, regarding the violence that occurred during anti-government protests in 2023 and 2024. Odinga urged the government to consider compensating the…