How corruption is silently making Kenya bankrupt

Kenya's greatest economic challenge is not a shortage of resources. It is corruption.

Act now to stop the worsening crisis in Sudan

We raise our voice once again to underline that the protection of civilians must never be...

Climate threatens marathon kings

A Rift Valley runner once needed nothing more than a single pair of shoes and standard cotton...

Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation

The Israeli military has confirmed for the first time that it opened fire on a car carrying five-year-old Palestinian girl Hind Rajab, who was killed along with six relatives in Gaza in 2024. Rajab initially survived the attack and answered a telephone call during which she pleaded for help. The call lasted hours. An ambulance [...] The post Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Govt resolves 3 decade long Cheluget land dispute in Narok

The Government resolved the long-running Cheluget land dispute, ending a three-decade standoff that left thousands of families living on the expansive farm facing the threat of eviction Speaking at a public gathering at Kwalela Primary School in Narok South on Wednesday, Lands and Physical Planning Principal Secretary Nixon Korir said the government had taken possession [...] The post Govt resolves 3 decade long Cheluget land dispute in Narok appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Five-year-old boy found dead in Mlolongo house in suspected poisoning

Detectives in Mlolongo, Machakos County, launched a manhunt for a 35-year-old man after his five-year-old son was found dead in a single-roomed house in Mlolongo Phase III. The body of the boy was discovered on Tuesday afternoon after his mother went to the house to prepare food for her children. The mother had separated from [...] The post Five-year-old boy found dead in Mlolongo house in suspected poisoning appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Man drowns in septic tank while draining sewer waste in Marsabit

A 30-year-old man died after he slipped into a septic tank while draining sewer waste at a business premises in Marsabit town. The deceased, Enos Masogo, was reportedly working at or with Abyssinia Juicy Cafe when the incident occurred on Tuesday night. Masogo slipped into the septic tank at about 11:30pm while workers were draining [...] The post Man drowns in septic tank while draining sewer waste in Marsabit appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Man arrested in Kitui after police recover firearm from his house

Police in Kitui County have arrested a 42-year-old man after recovering a firearm from his possession in Lower Yatta Sub-County. The arrest followed a report made to police on Tuesday, August 18, by a woman who alerted authorities that her husband was in possession of a firearm. A team of National Police Service officers from [...] The post Man arrested in Kitui after police recover firearm from his house appeared first on Kahawatungu.

4 Americans among 7 dead in helicopter crash in Samburu Kenya

Four Americans died in a helicopter crash in Samburu County, Kenya, on Wednesday, a State Department spokesperson confirmed. The U.S. Embassy is in touch with local authorities and is providing consular assistance, the spokesperson said. We extend our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones on their loss. The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority said [...] The post 4 Americans among 7 dead in helicopter crash in Samburu Kenya appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Ecuador intelligence chief and wife among killed in Samburu chopper crash

Michele Sensi-Contugi, Director General of Ecuador's Strategic Intelligence Center (CIES), and his wife, Stephany Vásconez, were among seven people killed when a tourist helicopter crashed near Mount Ololokwe in Samburu County, Kenya, on Wednesday. The Eurocopter EC130 B4 crashed at about 9:13 a.m. while flying from the Loisaba area towards the Ewaso Nyiro River. All [...] The post Ecuador intelligence chief and wife among killed in Samburu chopper crash appeared first on Kahawatungu.

NCIC summons Gachagua over 'snake and eggs' speech

Busia Governor Otuoma and Homa Bay Town MP Kaluma have also been summoned.

Court orders man to refund ex-lover for car he never bought

Mr Oguk's argument that the money was channelled to Ms Anyango's mother did not hold.

Malkia Strikers to ditch camp over unpaid allowances as Africa Championship nears

With just three days to African Championships, Kenya Volleyball Federation has 'ignored' their...

Should Kenyan gel nail lovers be worried? What UK ban means

Gel nail polish has become a routine beauty treatment for many Kenyan women.

No survivors: All seven occupants in Samburu aircraft crash have died

Kendu Bay's 100yr old name finally finds place on official map

One of the sub-locations has been named Kanasoor Ali, paying homage to an Arab trader.

Maseno University VC intrigues: Court battle deepens

The latest legal challenge follows an earlier case filed by Prof Mary Abukutsa of JKUAT.

Final moments of Ugandan trader killed in homa bay rally chaos

For her four children, the loss is more than just a burial dispute as they face an uncertain...

A third of students transitioning to senior schools lack basic skills - Report

Learners transiting from junior school to senior school lack essential foundational literacy...

Dr Mutiso murder: Lawyer Angela Mulwa released on bond

She had been detained over alleged theft of cars from the Mlolongo home of slain top psychiatrist.