Editors warn of rising threats, disinformation ahead of 2027 elections

The Kenya Editors Guild (KEG) has warned of increasing pressure, misinformation and disinformation facing the media as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election, urging newsrooms to strengthen editorial independence, verification and journalists' safety. KEG President Zubeidah Kananu said journalists and media houses were already operating in an environment characterized by threats, intimidation and attempts...

KWS boss calls for greater community role in conservation

Communities living around wildlife habitats have been urged to take a leading role in conservation efforts to promote peaceful coexistence between people and wildlife. Speaking during the Ura Gate Cultural Festival at Shauri Grounds in Tharaka Nithi County, in a speech read on his behalf by Deputy Director Abdi Doti, Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Director...

Kapsuswa coffee centre of excellence to boost farming in Uasin Gishu 

Uasin Gishu County's coffee sector received a major boost on Friday with the groundbreaking of the Kapsuswa Coffee Innovation, Training and Coffee Nursery Centre in Kamagut Ward, Turbo Sub-County. The facility, located on Mr. Charles Boit's family farm, is expected to strengthen the coffee value chain through technology adoption, farmer training, quality production and value...

NTSA Clarifies Removal of Damaged Vehicles From Records

The clarification comes amid concerns about the accuracy of Kenya's vehicle database, particularly the status of vehicles involved in accidents or permanently taken off the road.

Awendo KMTC set to expand courses

The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC)-Awendo Campus is set to expand its academic programmes and extend healthcare services to residents through mobile clinics. Speaking during the handover ceremony of a college bus funded by the Awendo National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), KMTC Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kelly Oluoch said expanding training programmes through mobile...

Clergy calls for tolerance as political temperatures rise

Religious leaders have called on politicians affiliated to various political formations to exercise restraint and tolerance as political temperatures rise ahead of next year's General Election. The clergy also cautioned youths against falling prey to political manipulation, warning that those enticed to engage in violence for short-lived financial gains could end up losing their lives...

Eldoret residents brace for El Niño floods

Residents, farmers and members of the business community in Uasin Gishu Count have begun taking precautions against possible heavy rains and flooding across the county ahead of the expected heavy rains. They have welcomed the warning by Kenya Meteorological Department's on the possibility of El Niño conditions during October, November and December, saying it was...

Migori residents urged to invest in industries to utilise Masaba Substation

Residents of Migori have been urged to invest in industries and other enterprises to take advantage of the stable electricity supply provided by the newly commissioned 25 Megawatts (MW) Masaba Substation. Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) Engineer Reagan Oloka said the Masaba Substation in Kuria West Sub County had improved power supply in the...

Former EPRA boss seeks court's protection in family company row

Former EPRA Director General Daniel Bargoria has moved to court seeking to stop his possible prosecution over alleged forgery in a dispute involving a family-owned company.

Uasin Gishu links crane protection to beekeeping, coffee and avocado farming  

The Uasin Gishu County Government and the International Crane Foundation have rolled out new livelihood programmes that combine Grey Crowned Crane conservation with beekeeping, coffee, avocado and Super Napier cultivation for communities living near key wetlands. The initiatives were unveiled during a stakeholder workshop held on Friday in Eldoret. The meeting brought together representatives from...

NG-CDF Board launches Sh7m police station in Madiany

The National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) National Board has launched construction of a Sh7 million police station at Madiany Trading Centre in Rarieda Constituency, Siaya County. Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony , NG-CDF National Board Chief Executive Officer Benjamin Magut said construction of the facility is expected to be completed within 20 weeks. The...

Stakeholders seek independent management for Junior Secondary Schools

Education stakeholders in Kirinyaga County have called for the establishment of independent Junior Secondary Schools (JSS), with separate administration, funding and boards of management, as the National Assembly seeks public views on proposed education law reforms. The stakeholders said granting JSS autonomy would strengthen accountability, improve learning conditions and provide learners with a clear transition...

Butterfat is cash: How paying for quality will build a more resilient dairy sector

Kenya dairy industries must move from rewarding volume alone to rewarding value.

Nairobi International Book Fair targets 60,000 visitors

How the Nairobi Book Fair is transforming Kenya's publishing end education scene.

Senate demands to see Bomas contract as ministries clash over Sh42bn project

Senators question roles of defence and tourism ministries in the project.

CS Ruku symbolically hands back axe to Mt Kenya elders, abandons clamour for splitting mountain

How rock strike sent helicopter plunging 360 metres in Mt Ololokwe crash

A preliminary investigation has revealed what brought down the aircraft last month.

Trump Govt Sets New Ultimatum on Key Military Operation Involving KDF

A recent U.S. decision on long-term support for the mission has raised concerns about future security and peacekeeping efforts in Somalia.

Kenya Inks Another Deal With Foreign Firm for JKIA Upgrade

The expansion and modernisation works officially commenced in June 2026 after the government completed the JKIA Master Plan in February this year.

Marsabit administrators trained on improving grassroots data management

Assistant County Commissioners, chiefs and assistant chiefs in Marsabit County have completed a three-day training programme on grassroots data management aimed at improving the collection, accuracy and use of community-level information in government planning and service delivery. The training, held in Saku Town, brought together National Government Administration Officers (NGAO), officials from the State Department...