Two cops arrested over lost firearm in Mlolongo

Two police officers were arrested following the loss of a firearm under unclear circumstances in Mlolongo, Machakos County. Police said the incident was reported on March 30, 2026, at around 5:00 p.m. by a bodyguard who is attached to the Speaker of the Kirinyaga County Assembly and based at Kerugoya Police Station. The officer stated [...] The post Two cops arrested over lost firearm in Mlolongo appeared first on Kahawatungu.

China bans entombing cremated remains in Bone-ash apartments

Chinese authorities have banned entombing cremated remains in cheap apartments, a practice that had gained popularity as mourners took advantage of the subdued housing market to dodge rising funeral costs. "Bone-ash apartments" are units in often barely occupied residential complexes used by some families as resting places for their loved ones' remains. They can be [...] The post China bans entombing cremated remains in Bone-ash apartments appeared first on Kahawatungu.

More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces

Extra UK troops, along with further UK air defence systems, will be deployed to the Middle East to help with defensive action against Iranian attacks. On a trip to the Gulf nations, Defence Secretary John Healey said extra air defence teams and systems would be deployed to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Kuwait while the use [...] The post More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Boda Boda rider shot dead in Loresho coffee plantation

Detectives in Nairobi launched investigations into a fatal shooting incident that claimed the life of a 25-year-old boda boda rider in the Loresho area. Police said the incident was initially reported by the head of security at New Loresho Estate Association. He indicated that on the previous evening on March 30 at around 7:40 p.m., [...] The post Boda Boda rider shot dead in Loresho coffee plantation appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Cheap cooking gas plan stalls on higher taxes as Saudi deal flops

Kenyans could be forced to use dirty fuels such as charcoal and firewood after deal with Saudi Arabian firm collapsed.

Gachagua to Duale: Restore SHA portal that showed where monthly payments to facilities were going

SHA is here to stay, over 30 million Kenyans enrolled, DP Kindiki says

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said Social Health Authority (SHA) will not collapse but will grow stronger as the government enhances its efficiency and enrolls more Kenyans. The DP dismissed opposition leaders claiming otherwise saying they are prophets of doom who do not mean well for Kenyans and the country. "Those are prophets of doom who [...] The post SHA is here to stay, over 30 million Kenyans enrolled, DP Kindiki says appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Kibagendi suspended from Parliament for another 14 days

Kibagendi was indefinitely thrown out of the House in February and directed to give an apology over remarks he made alluding to the fact that the House has been auctioned.

Nigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after march turns violent

Nigerias high commission in South Africa has urged its citizens there to be cautious following an anti-illegal immigration protest in Eastern Cape province that turned violent. On Monday, activists were holding a peaceful march in the port city of KuGompo (formerly East London). But disorder erupted after a protester said he was attacked by a [...] The post Nigeria warns its citizens in South Africa to be cautious after march turns violent appeared first on Kahawatungu.

More than 70 miners killed in South Sudan as government and opposition trade blame

At least 74 mine workers were killed by gunmen in an area south-west of the capital, Juba, with government and opposition officials trading accusations over who was behind the deaths. The violence occurred over the weekend in mineral-rich Jebel Iraq, which is controlled by the army. The Sudan Peoples Liberation Movement in Opposition (SPLM-IO), the [...] The post More than 70 miners killed in South Sudan as government and opposition trade blame appeared first on Kahawatungu.

King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to US to go ahead in April

King Charles and Queen Camilla will meet US President Donald Trump in late April, as a state visit to the United States has been confirmed by Buckingham Palace. On the way back, the King will pay a visit to Bermuda, a British Overseas Territory in the North Atlantic. The US trip has been expected for [...] The post King Charles and Queen Camillas state visit to US to go ahead in April appeared first on Kahawatungu.

U.S. Backs Kenya to Secure Indian Ocean Waters and Coast

Kenya and the United States continue to strengthen their military pacts, with the non-NATO membership status of Kenya solidifying this pact.

PS Sets Timeline for Second Ksh 25,000 NYOTA Fund Payout

The disbursement of the Ksh 25,000 will mark the second phase of the NYOTA fund disbursement that will see every beneficiary get a total of Ksh 50,000.

Male convicts at the centre of push to review punitive provisions in sexual offences law

Proposed amendments seek stronger survivor protections, but critics warn justice system must...

Ruto allies close in on Natembeya

Kenya Kwanza leaders are accusing the governor of poor performance and divisive politics.

Kenya's 12 million silent voters who could decide 2027

They hold national identity cards but are not registered as voters.

No gym, no problem: These small movements have health benefits

Research has shown that even brief, low-intensity movements can yield measurable physical and...

Who can stop Robert 'Man Ngori' Okaka at the Kenya Open Boxing Championships?

It's now 32 years since the country last won a boxing gold medal.

Rush against time to register 2026 KCSE candidates

KNEC anticipates registering about 3,700,000 candidates in 2026.

2 million fertiliser bags arrive at Mombasa Port