Matiang'i motorcade stoned after anti-violence speech at Bobasi burial

Presidential hopeful Dr Fred Matiang'i's motorcade was attacked by suspected goons on Friday shortly after he condemned the growing wave of political violence during a burial ceremony in Bobasi, Kisii County. The attack occurred minutes after Matiang'i addressed mourners at the funeral of political activist Vincent Misati, who died two weeks ago after reportedly falling [...] The post Matiang'i motorcade stoned after anti-violence speech at Bobasi burial appeared first on Kahawatungu.

College introduces Russian language course

ICS Technical College has launched a Russian language training programme in partnership with the Path to Russia Foundation and Moscow Polytechnic University to widen scope of opportunities in the international circles. The move was to enable the students expand opportunities for higher education, scholarships and employment abroad. The programme, which will initially run for three...

IEBC Issues Statement on Ol Kalou By-election

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has thanked voters in Ol Kalou Constituency for participating in the parliamentary by-election held on July 16, 2026, saying the exercise recorded a voter turnout of 57 percent. In a statement issued on Friday, IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon also expressed appreciation to election officials, stakeholders and development [...] The post IEBC Issues Statement on Ol Kalou By-election appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Trump renews war on US voting systems

President Trump renewed his campaign to cast doubt on US elections.

China's audacious bid to hijack global AI governance

President Xi Jinping warned of the extreme dangers of 'loss-of-control' scenarios.

Kericho-born engineer targets smart farming systems

Taita Ngetich is working to help farmers navigate climate uncertainty by establishing precision...

Study finds 2024 Gen Z grievances still persist today

'What we wanted in 2024 has not been achieved...the problems remain.' — Adrian Oluoch, Civic...

Daniel Miringa: How 'People's IEBC' tracked Ol Kalou by-election

Ebola: Disputed Kenyan isolation centre in operation, US charity reveals

Authorities are not allowing the group to leave the facility to travel anywhere else in the...

What women sacrifice to become leaders

Women don't stop being daughters, wives, or mothers the day they take a senior role. The job is...

Thomas Nkono, Tony Sylva and Vozinha: The making of Africa's goalkeeping greats

Vozinha pulled off eight incredible saves against Argentina.

Justice Gatembu Kairu assumes office as Court of Appeal President

Justice Gatembu Kairu has officially assumed office as the new President of the Court of Appeal and promised to prioritize the reduction of a massive case backlog at the countrys second-highest court. Justice Kairu succeeds Justice Daniel Musinga, whose five-year non-renewable term has ended. He assumed office at a colorful installation ceremony presided over by...

Machakos 1B Sewerage Project nears completion

A massive sewer line project in Machakos County is expected to be fully installed and operational by the end of August 2026. In this regard, a huge volume of sewer waste, that once flowed in open drains of Machakos and its environs, through Muvuti, Kiima Kimwe,Katheka Kai,Mutituni and Mumbuni will instead run through the 65...

Seven US aid workers quarantined in Kenya after Congo Ebola deployment

Seven American aid workers who responded to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo are in a Kenyan isolation facility under a 21-day quarantine, according to Samaritan's Purse. The quarantine follows a new US policy requiring American citizens returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo to spend three weeks in a third country [...] The post Seven US aid workers quarantined in Kenya after Congo Ebola deployment appeared first on Kahawatungu.

County inducts recruited officers

The County Government of Nyeri has inducted 128 new officers who will serve in various departments. Among the new recruits who underwent the one-day induction course include 102 who will serve in the Department of Medical Services and Public Health and another 21 who will be posted to the Department of Education, Training and Devolution....

Government to establish Busia Jumuiya Market to boost cross-border trade

Preparations for the establishment of the Busia Jumuiya Cross-Border Market are at an advanced stage, with the national government expressing confidence that the facility will transform Busia into a regional commercial hub and enhance cross-border trade within the East African Community (EAC). The announcement was made during a sensitization forum for cross-border traders on the...

Ruto breaks silence over DCP Ol Kalou landslide

President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to resist using elections as a tool for division, saying political contests come and go but national unity must remain.

STEM outreach inspires physics students in Kiambu

Kiambu High School played host to a vibrant STEM outreach programme that ignited passion for physics and broader sciences among students. The event was organized by the Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA) in partnership with the University of Nairobi and the African School of Physics (ASP). CEMASTEA, a State Corporation...

How old motorcycles scrap is powering dreams of three artisans in Kisumu

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) was formally introduced in Kenya in 2024, when the Cabinet officially approved the national RPL policy and the government subsequently launched the official RPL Policy Framework. The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program is a government initiative that officially assesses and accredits the hands-on experience of Jua Kali artisans, mechanics, and other...

Natembeya calls for procurement reforms

Trans Nzoia Governor, George Natembeya, has called for proper documentation and accountability to enhance service delivery under the Kenya Devolution Support Programme Phase II (KDSP II). Governor Natembeya affirmed that proper records will promote evidence-based management and ensure projects are implemented in line with the law. Natembeya said this on Wednesday while chairing the County...