Susan Kihika's tightrope: Governor battles rebels, DCP threat ahead of 2027

The governor is increasingly finding herself isolated within her own political backyard.

Pay unrest in camp again haunts Africa at Fifa World Cup

Senegal players have demanded bonuses dating back to 2025, and coach's contract which remains...

Battle for Gen Z has already begun

Now, everybody recognises the pivotal role youth will play in determining the outcomes of the...

The state of Kenyan boy child: A timeline of advocacy, setbacks, and change

Over 25 years, Kenya's gender discourse has evolved from engaging men as allies to confronting...

ODM resolves to eject Senator Edwin Sifuna from the secretary general position

Kindiki: 'It is impossible for a president to initiate and complete programmes within five years'

Man with the golden ear: Star-maker Clive Davis dies aged 94

Known famously as "the man with the golden ear," Davis discovered a teenage Whitney Houston in...

Gen Z: We want justice and accountability

As Kenya marks the second anniversary of the Gen Z protests, activists, human rights groups, clergy and legal advocates are demanding justice, accountability and reforms.

Kenya Secures Sh22 Billion Japan Financing for Vehicle Assembly, Energy Reforms

Kenya has secured a Sh22 billion financing package from Japan to support local vehicle assembly, reduce energy losses and strengthen government reforms as the country seeks to accelerate industrialisation and diversify its sources of funding. The financing agreement between the Government of Kenya and Nippon Export and Investment Insurance (NEXI) was signed at State House, [...] The post Kenya Secures Sh22 Billion Japan Financing for Vehicle Assembly, Energy Reforms appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Interior Ministry to Link CCTVs With National ID Database in New Plan

The system would allow police officers to compare images captured by CCTV cameras with photographs stored in official government records, making it easier to identify suspects.

New Report Flags SGR, Affordable Housing Projects Over Corruption

President Ruto has begun the expansion of the SGR from Naivasha to Malaba and Kisumu after reaching a deal with China and Uganda.

NCS and Kenya Utalii College Announce Senior Job Vacancies

The National Communication Secretariat (NCS) has announced multiple job vacancies across senior technical, legal, and communications roles as part of its ongoing institutional staffing drive. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, the Secretariat said it is seeking to recruit a Director, Communications Technology; Director, Radio Communication and Multimedia; Deputy Director, Legal Services; [...] The post NCS and Kenya Utalii College Announce Senior Job Vacancies appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Three-year-old boy dies after falling into septic tank in Mombasa

A three-year-old boy has died after accidentally falling into a partially open septic tank while playing at his home in Manyani, Junda, Kisauni Sub-county, Mombasa County. According to police, the incident occurred on Monday when the child was playing with other children in the family compound. He reportedly fell into the partially uncovered septic pit. [...] The post Three-year-old boy dies after falling into septic tank in Mombasa appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Utawala MCA among three arrested over alleged mobilization ahead of June 25 protests, illegal firearm

Detectives arrested Utawala Ward MCA Patrick Karani and two other men over allegations of mobilizing groups ahead of the planned June 25, 2026 Gen Z demonstrations. According to police, officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Operations Unit arrested Karani at around 3:00 p.m. on Monday at his office at Roosters along Thika Superhighway. [...] The post Utawala MCA among three arrested over alleged mobilization ahead of June 25 protests, illegal firearm appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Five killed in triple-vehicle crash on Eldoret–Nakuru highway

At least five people died, and one was injured following a horrific three-vehicle collision at Chirchir along the Eldoret–Nakuru highway on Monday evening. According to police, the crash occurred at about 5:00 p.m. and involved a Mercedes-Benz Actros truck, a Howo truck and a Ford tractor that was transporting logs. Preliminary investigations indicate that the [...] The post Five killed in triple-vehicle crash on Eldoret–Nakuru highway appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Motorists Stranded for Hours as Massive Gridlock Hits Nairobi-Mombasa Highway

Drivers have reportedly spent more than eight hours on the road section, with the police and KeNHA yet to issue an advisory and official response that has hampered transport along the Northern Corridor.

Kenya Re Announces Retirement of Two Board Directors

Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re) has announced the retirement of two members of its Board of Directors following the company's Annual General Meeting. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Company Secretary Charles Kariuki said Eunice Nyala and Dr. Zacharia Nyaega retired as directors of the Corporation in accordance with the firm's [...] The post Kenya Re Announces Retirement of Two Board Directors appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Turkana University College Advertises Multiple Positions

Turkana University College has announced vacancies for several academic and administrative positions as part of its ongoing staffing needs. The advertised positions include Lecturer (Public Health), Tutorial Fellow, Graduate Assistant, and Accountant, with one position available in each category. In a notice, the university said interested candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements outlined in [...] The post Turkana University College Advertises Multiple Positions appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Kenya Issues 7-Day Ultimatum to Shipping Companies

In recent years, unregulated port operations have raised safety, security and economic concerns, especially following the protracted Iran war.

KeNHA Reveals Toll Charges for Rironi–Naivasha–Gilgil and Rironi–Maai Mahiu Highway

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has disclosed that motorists using the Rironi–Naivasha–Gilgil (A8) and Rironi–Maai Mahiu–Naivasha (A8 South) roads will pay a toll fee of Sh8 per kilometer once the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project becomes operational. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, KeNHA confirmed that the 139-kilometre highway project will operate [...] The post KeNHA Reveals Toll Charges for Rironi–Naivasha–Gilgil and Rironi–Maai Mahiu Highway appeared first on Kahawatungu.