Kindiki Sends Directive to State Agencies as eCitizen Revenue Hits KSh539 Billion

As Kenya accelerates its digital transformation, the government is pushing all state agencies onto eCitizen after the platform recorded a sharp rise in revenue collections.

Marine Le Pen found guilty, but court clears way for presidential run if she wears tag

The Paris appeal court has upheld Marine Le Pens conviction for misusing EU funds but shortened her sentence, clearing the path for her to run in the April 2027 French presidential election. A five-year ban on holding public office has been reduced and backdated to March 2025, and the court said it now considered the [...] The post Marine Le Pen found guilty, but court clears way for presidential run if she wears tag appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Two Kenyan-Italians arraigned over Sh667 million villa fire in Malindi

Two people of Italian origin and a Malindi based politician were charged in connection with a fire that allegedly destroyed a luxury villa valued at Sh667 million in Kilifi County. Franco Esposito, also known as Kososo wa Baya, and Elly Esposito appeared before Malindi Resident Magistrate Eva Adhiambo, where they were jointly charged with reckless [...] The post Two Kenyan-Italians arraigned over Sh667 million villa fire in Malindi appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Saba Saba commemoration: Only private vehicles allowed on Thika Road

Saba Saba commemoration: Commuters stranded as matatus remain parked in Ruiru

No man is an island, especially in times of grief

A young man prided himself on being a lone wolf until his father died and he realised he had no...

Why do I keep falling for women who hurt me?

How to handle the mother wound.

Matatus restricted, but private cars allowed on Thika Road during Saba Saba

The restrictions triggered long queues of commuters at bus stops on Thika Road.

Is it a 'normal' working day when police restrict movement? Lawyers explain

"Any limitation of rights must comply with the principles of legality, necessity and...

Trump interference and team USA's spectacular crash out leave stain on World Cup

The US tumbled out of the World Cup on Monday, beaten emphatically by Belgium.

How Oburu, Orengo power struggle will shape Siaya governor race

CS Wandayi has vowed to teach Orengo, who relies on direct tickets, a lesson at the ballot.

Saba Saba: Police confront NMG journalists filming barricade at Allsops, force them to delete footage

Activists in Nairobi CBD bundled into Subaru by unknown men

Ruto aides, businessman lose bid to exit Sh292m spy software case

High Court rules that the explosive claims must be tested at a full trial.

Malala backs Sifuna for opposition ticket

DCP Deputy party leader Cleophas Malala says he will only back the united opposition if Edwin Sifuna or another Luhya leader is given a top position in the 2027 ticket.

China sentences official to death for taking $325m in bribes

A court in eastern China sentenced a former city official to death for taking more than 2.2bn yuan ($325m; £243m) in bribes over 30 years. Yang Youlin, who served in various positions in Nanjing city from 1993 to 2023, was also convicted of embezzlement, abuse of power and money laundering, with his ill-gotten gains amounting [...] The post China sentences official to death for taking $325m in bribes appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Selective Name-dropping and "Untouchable Officials" in the Ruaraka Land Saga Shows It's Not About Justice But Politics

Few public controversies in recent years have generated as much political debate as the Ruaraka land saga. Yet beneath the headlines, accusations and campaign speeches lies a more complicated reality, one reflected in the official court record. The dispute that has occupied courts, investigators and policymakers was never about a single individual. It involved multiple [...] The post Selective Name-dropping and "Untouchable Officials" in the Ruaraka Land Saga Shows It's Not About Justice But Politics appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Kenyans Set for Thousands of New Jobs After Saudi Arabia Deal

Jobs, investment, agriculture, and energy are among the key areas Kenya says will benefit after a series of agreements signed during Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi's visit to Saudi Arabia.

Court Makes Ruling on Ruto's Appointment of ODM Leaders to Cabinet

The ruling stems from a court petition challenging the appointment of CS's Mbadi, Oparanya, Joho, Wandayi, and Beatrice Askul into Ruto's cabinet.

Zimbabwean football star survives gun attack in South Africa

Zimbabwean footballer Divine Lunga has survived a gun attack in Johannesburg, South African police have said. The football star, 31, was driving in the inner city suburb of Hillbrow on Sunday when his car was shot at by an unknown gunman, according to local reports. Lunga, who plays for both Zimbabwes national football team and [...] The post Zimbabwean football star survives gun attack in South Africa appeared first on Kahawatungu.