Grade 8 pupil drowns in water pan in Kisumu

Police in Nyando Sub-County, Kisumu County, are investigating the death of a 12-year-old boy who is suspected to have drowned in a man-made water pan in Awasi. The incident was reported on June 7, 2026. Police who responded to scene said a Grade 8 pupil at Awasi Comprehensive Primary School, had gone missing at around [...] The post Grade 8 pupil drowns in water pan in Kisumu appeared first on Kahawatungu.

One dead, two injured after violent bar altercation in Gatundu North

Police in Gatundu North Sub-County, Kiambu County, are investigating a suspected murder and serious assault incident linked to a violent confrontation involving a military officer and a prison officer at Mariani Shopping Centre. According to police the incident began on June 5, 2026, when a military soldier and a prison officer were drinking at Machete [...] The post One dead, two injured after violent bar altercation in Gatundu North appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Inside IEBC's Ksh74.8 Billion Budget for 2027 Polls, Including Ksh438 Million for Vehicles

A new budget proposal has uncovered the massive financial requirements behind preparations for the 2027 General Election.

Thieves steal Sh2.5 million from locked car outside Mombasa Hospital

Police in Mombasa are investigating a theft incident in which more than Sh2.5 million was stolen from a locked vehicle parked outside Aga Khan Hospital. The complainant, a resident of Kizingo and proprietor of City Motors showroom along Moi Avenue, had driven his black Toyota Yaris to the hospital to donate blood to his ailing [...] The post Thieves steal Sh2.5 million from locked car outside Mombasa Hospital appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Man kills his wife, two children using acid, dies by suicide in domestic attack in Thika

A man killed his wife and two children before he died by suicide following a suspected domestic violence at Runda area in Thika West Sub-County, Kiambu County. The incident also culminated in an arson. Police said the incident happened at an unnamed rental house on the evening of June 5. Police found the fire already [...] The post Man kills his wife, two children using acid, dies by suicide in domestic attack in Thika appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Details of Last Moments of KMTC Student Thrown off Moving Matatu Along Thika Road Emerge

The victim had traveled to Nairobi a few days earlier to begin his attachment at a health facility along Thika Road, before the tragedy could occur just days later.

Armenia votes as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government

Armenia votes on 7 June under mounting Russian economic pressure, as Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeks re-election on a promise of European integration. The election has drawn significant international attention to the small South Caucasus nation of three million people, which has steadily grown closer to the West while still intertwined with Russia, its largest [...] The post Armenia votes as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Multiple people shot near festival in Ohio with suspect still at large, police say

Police said they were searching for a suspect or suspects after multiple people were shot near a festival in Toledo, Ohio. The Toledo police department said it responded to a report of a shooting near the Old West End Festival at around 17:37 local time (22:37 BST), and found multiple shooting victims, with many victims [...] The post Multiple people shot near festival in Ohio with suspect still at large, police say appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Panic as Dormitory Fire Erupts During Parents' Visiting Day at National School

The incident adds to a series of similar incidents witnessed recently, with over 50 schools closed indefinitely following student unrest.

Why thousands of Kenyans are still losing their sight

Everything is aligned for Brazil to win a long-awaited sixth title

If I were to bet again, I would wager Sh1m on Brazil winning the 2026 World Cup.

Behind the scenes of award-winning film that immortalised Gen-Z resistance

The documentary is a reminder of the lives lost and the questions still unanswered.

Sammy Omollo: Fire-fighter of local football, coaching his son amid grief

Former Kenya international on his eventful journey from player to an accomplished coach.

Ministry orders tough new measures as more schools shut over unrest

Ministry of Education moves to contain wave of student unrest across the country.

Looting counties? How war on graft has exposed lavish lives of graft suspects

Arrest of Nairobi Chief Officer Patrick Analo once again shines spotlight on growing culture of...

Gachagua judgement day: Ten questions that will decide his fate

Former Deputy President to know whether the High Court will uphold or overturn his impeachment.

How Mwisho wa Lami has hijacked my dowry negotiations

I have left everyone to continue preparing for an event that may not happen after all.

How to fast-track succession cases and protect widows' rights

Growing court backlogs leave widows waiting years for inheritance rights, prompting calls for...

So, is it Sukuma wiki for supper today to whatever your tyrant wants?

I am astonished at how lenient my generation is with children where food is concerned.

Architects go After ODPP in Manzil Building Collapse Case

The move comes a day after ODPP approved charges against 37 individuals, including senior county officers and members of the Urban Planning Technical Committee (UPTC).