UEFA Elevates Omar Artan to Super Cup Duty
UEFA has appointed Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan to officiate the upcoming UEFA Super Cup match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa on August 12, 2026.
Health CS Duale Backs Laikipia Ebola Isolation Centre Amid Court Challenge
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has strongly defended the establishment of a U.S.-backed Ebola isolation and treatment facility at the Laikipia Air Base.
Court Stops Three KETRACO Appointees from Performing Duties
The High Court has issued conservatory orders temporarily blocking three newly appointed members of the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) board from carrying out their official duties.
Wamalwa Unveils Strategy for Stronger Opposition Movement
Eugene Wamalwa's declaration underscores his strategy to build a formidable.
Farmers Welcome KSh64 Billion Agriculture Boost in 2026/27 Budget
Kenyan farmers have welcomed the government’s decision to increase funding for agriculture in the proposed 2026/2027 national budget.
Ichung'wah and Junet Dismiss Opposition's Alternative Budget as Misleading
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah and Minority Leader Junet Mohamed have jointly dismissed the opposition’s alternative budget proposal.
Court Warns Kajiado Officials of Contempt Action in Long-Running Debt Dispute
Kajiado County’s senior finance officials are under legal pressure after the High Court directed the devolved unit to factor a long-standing multimillion-shilling debt into its 2026/2027 budget.
Linda Mwananchi Momentum Fuels Proposed Kalonzo-Sifuna Coalition
Opposition leaders are reportedly considering a presidential ticket pairing Kalonzo Musyoka and Edwin Sifuna as part of a broader strategy to consolidate anti-government support.
Treasury Unveils 2026/27 Budget with Focus on Jobs and Economic Growth
National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi on Thursday presented the 2026/2027 Budget Statement in Parliament.
Zakhem International Sues KPC for Sh10.6 Billion in Fresh Contract Dispute
A long-running legal dispute between Zakhem International Construction Ltd and the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has escalated after the Lebanese construction firm filed a fresh lawsuit.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Officially Kicks Off
The FIFA World Cup 2026 officially kicks off today, June 11, 2026.
Sugar Import Scandal: Lawmakers Question Safety and Movement of Cargo
The National Assembly Committee on Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives has launched an urgent investigation into a controversial shipment of imported raw sugar.
Senate and National Assembly Resolve Division of Revenue Bill Dispute
Kenya's National Assembly and Senate have finally resolved a months-long budget standoff after approving a mediated allocation of Sh428 billion for the country's 47 county.
Teachers Get Major Budget Boost as Free Education Faces Growing Funding Crisis.
Kenya's 2026/2027 national budget has delivered a significant financial boost to teachers.
Treasury Targets KSh 120 Billion in New Levies as Budget Gap Widens
The government has unveiled a record KSh 4.84 trillion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year.
New Academic Calendar Targets Stress and Indiscipline in Schools
The Ministry of Education has announced a major restructuring of the national academic calendar beginning in 2027.
Kemsa Under Fire After Sh376 Million in Medicines Expire in Warehouses
Civil society organizations representing patients living with chronic illnesses have issued a 90-day ultimatum to government authorities.
Overcrowding, Resource Shortages and Safety Fears Drive Wave of School Unrest Across Kenya
A growing crisis in Kenya’s secondary school system is fueling widespread student unrest, with overcrowding, food shortages, and safety concerns.
Embakasi North Security Teams Destroy Coin-Slot Gambling Machines Targeting Youth
Police officers and local security teams in Embakasi North, Nairobi, have intensified a major crackdown against illegal gambling operations.
Policy Loopholes Shield Informal Economy from Direct Taxation
Kenya's tax system is facing renewed scrutiny amid concerns that millions of informal sector workers remain outside the direct income tax net.
Ebola Monitoring Controversy Grows Over 21-Day Quarantine Rule
A growing controversy has emerged over Kenya's Ebola surveillance program after infectious disease experts raised concerns.
Gavi and CEPI Launch Fast-Track Plan to Develop Bundibugyo Ebola Vaccines
Global health organizations have unveiled an ambitious plan to accelerate the development of vaccines against the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.
Two MMU Students Hospitalized After Police Open Fire on Protesters
Tension gripped the Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) along Magadi Road after protests erupted over the shooting and injury of two students by police during demonstrations.
Experts Warn of Growing Mental Health Emergency Among Young People
The youth mental health crisis is a profound global and local public health emergency, with an estimated one in seven young people worldwide experiencing a mental disorder.
Police Disperse Crowds Amid Growing Opposition to Ebola Facility in Nanyuki
Kenyan police fired tear gas to disperse protesters in Nanyuki Town as furious residents continued demonstrations against a United States-backed Ebola quarantine facility.
County Bursaries Face Scrutiny as MPs Cite Constitutional Limits
MPs are questioning the legality of county governments issuing bursaries, arguing that basic education is constitutionally a national government function.
Finance Bill 2026 Faces Fresh Opposition as Martha Karua Rejects Proposals
People's Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has rejected the proposed 2026 Finance Bill.
National Assembly Committee Seeks Audit of Fuel Subsidy Fund Expenditure
The Kenyan National Assembly has ordered a formal investigation into the country’s fuel price stabilisation framework and the management of the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) fund.
From Stigma to Support: How Korogocho Boys Are Championing Menstrual Health
In the heart of Nairobi's Korogocho informal settlement, a growing male-led movement is helping to break long-standing menstrual taboos and restore dignity for adolescent girls.
Deadlock Persists Over 2026/27 County Allocation Amid Mediation Efforts
A fresh deadlock has emerged between the Senate and the National Assembly over the allocation of funds to county governments.
Wave of Student Unrest Forces Closure of Dozens of Schools Across Kenya
A rapidly escalating wave of student unrest and dormitory fires has forced the closure of more than 30 secondary schools across Kenya.
Saboti MP Raises Alarm Over Proposed Ebola Isolation Centre in Kenya
Saboti Member of Parliament (MP) Caleb Amisi has strongly condemned the Kenyan government's plans to establish a U.S.-backed Ebola isolation and quarantine facility.
Gachagua Impeachment Upheld, Senate Ordered to Pay Him KSh 50 Million.
In a historic ruling delivered on June 8, 2026, a three-judge High Court bench officially upholds the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Where Are They? The Unsolved Disappearances Leaving Families in Limbo
Unsolved disappearances continue to cast a dark shadow across Kenya, leaving hundreds of families trapped in years of uncertainty.
Parliament Revisits Tea Bill Amid Questions Over MP's Financial Interests
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has directed that the Tea (Amendment) Bill, 2023 be subjected to a fresh debate in Parliament after a conflict of interest involving Gatundu South MP.
DCI Hunts Suspended Nairobi Planning Chief Over South C Collapse
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched a manhunt for suspended Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban Planning and Development.
Gachagua's Political Fate Hangs on Landmark Court Ruling
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is facing what many observers have described as a defining political moment as a three-judge High Court bench prepares to deliver its judgment.
Sifuna-Led ODM Faction Targets Mt. Kenya in Bid to Build National 2027 Movement
The Edwin Sifuna-led Linda Mwananchi faction of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has unveiled an ambitious strategy to expand its political influence beyond traditional party strongholds.
20 US Military Aircraft Land in Nanyuki Amid Ebola Unit Controversy
Around 20 U.S. military flights have landed at Laikipia Air Base in Nanyuki.
Government Seeks Out-of-Court Settlement in Chiefs Recruitment Age Dispute
The Kenyan government is seeking an out-of-court settlement in a legal petition challenging the minimum age restriction for the recruitment of local administrators (Chief II).
Government Rules Out Early School Break Despite Unrest in Some Schools
The Ministry of Education says fewer than 1% of the country’s roughly 9,500 schools have experienced unrest, while more than 99% continue learning without disruption.
CAK, PPRA Launch Major Crackdown on Tender Cartels in Sh1.68 Trillion Procurement Market
The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) and the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) have teamed up to dismantle tender cartels who inflate project costs.
EACC Arrests Nairobi Planning Chief Over Sh250 Million Wealth Probe
Nairobi County’s Chief Officer for Urban Planning and Development, Patrick Analo Akivaga, allegedly amassed millions through unexplained wealth.
Treasury Seeks to Secure Housing Levy Through Long-Term Debt Plan
Kenyan workers may continue contributing to the 1.5 per cent Affordable Housing Levy long after President William Ruto leaves office.
Investigations Reveals Motive Behind Fatal Utumishi Girls Dormitory Blaze
Students at Utumishi Girls Academy cited sudden exam changes, a canceled retreat, and financial demands as reasons for the plot.
Police Arrest 10 Alliance High Students Over Coordinated Fire Incident
Ten students from Alliance High School have been arrested following a fire outbreak that destroyed a mattress and blanket storage facility within the school compound.
Maranda High School to Reopen for Form Four Students After Unrest
Maranda High School will reopen this weekend for Form Four students following an indefinite closure caused by student unrest and the torching of the Owino “B” dormitory.
Alliance High School fire
Alliance High School fire: Parents ordered to collect children after 'incident involving small section of mattresses'
Kenyan Online Earners Caught in Global Anti-Money Laundering Dragnet
Thousands of Kenyan freelancers, online traders, and digital content creators are facing growing uncertainty after PayPal funds froze as part of enhanced anti-money laundering and compliance measures.
US, Kenya Seek Resolution to Stalled Nanyuki Ebola Isolation Facility
The United States government says it is working with the Kenyan government to address legal objections and public concerns surrounding the suspended Ebola isolation facility.
NTSA Rolls Out Digital Speeding Fines on Nairobi Roads
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has resumed issuing fines to motorists caught speeding on selected roads in Nairobi.
Governor Sakaja Faces Civil Jail Bid After Kerich Evades Prison Sentence
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja is facing the prospect of a civil jail term after being accused of facilitating the departure of Nairobi Finance County Executive Committee.
Medical Negligence Costs Hospital, Doctor Sh4.35 Million in Court Ruling
The Court of Appeal in Nairobi has ordered Aga Khan University Hospital and pediatric neurologist Dr. Donald Oyatsi.
Duale Before MPs over US-Kenya Ebola Deal
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale appeared before the National Assembly on June 3, 2026.
The Play That Predicted a Tragedy: Inside the It Is Well Connection
A 2018 high school drama titled "It Is Well", written by politician Cleophas Malala and staged by Butere Girls High School, eerily mirrored the tragic Utumishi Girls Academy.
DCI Recovers Missing Police Gun Hidden in Naivas Luggage Bay
Detectives have recovered a police firearm that went missing under unusual circumstances in Nairobi's Central Business District.
Major Boost for Transport as Kenya Revives Nyahururu Rail Route
The revival of the Gilgil–Ol Kalou–Nyahururu railway line is expected to provide residents and businesses with a more affordable transport.
Student Strikes and Arson Plots Force Closure of Learning Institutions
A growing wave of student unrest and security concerns has forced several secondary schools across Kenya to suspend learning.
Kenya’s Public Debt Surges by Sh533 Billion in Three Months
Kenya’s total public debt has surpassed the Sh12.8 trillion mark for the first time, following a sharp increase of Sh533 billion within three months to March 2026.
Political Tensions Rise in Western Kenya Over Sifuna’s Growing Popularity
A new political wave led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is reshaping Western Kenya’s political landscape, challenging the long-standing dominance of the region’s established leadership.
Kenya's Eye Crisis: Backlogs and Steroid Misuse
Kenya faces an eye health crisis driven by a cataract surgery backlog and rising preventable blindness linked to misuse of unregulated steroid eye drops.
NTSA Instant Traffic Fines System Faces Delays After June 1 Rollout
The rollout of the National Transport and Safety Authority (National Transport and Safety Authority) instant traffic fines system has encountered unexpected delays.
Harambee Starlets Head to Zambia Ahead of WAFCON 2026
The Kenya national women's football team, the Harambee Starlets, has departed for Lusaka, Zambia, to compete in the upcoming Four Nations FIFA Tournament starting June 6, 2026.
Kenya's Digital Talent Takes Center Stage at Huawei ICT global finals
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has officially sent off 12 exceptional Kenyan university students to Shenzhen, China, for the prestigious Huawei ICT Competition Global Finals.
10 Convicted in Kilifi Sh52 Million Graft Case, Face Sh198 Million Fine
An Anti-Corruption Court has sentenced 10 individuals and companies implicated in a fraudulent procurement scheme involving the Kilifi County Government.
Fresh Trouble for Julius Bitok as COFEK Demands Constitutional Removal Process
The Consumers Federation of Kenya has petitioned the Public Service Commission (PSC) seeking the removal of Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok
Negative Ebola Results Bring Relief After Nairobi Health Alert
Fears of a possible Ebola outbreak in Nairobi have been eased after laboratory tests confirmed that a Turkish national who had exhibited Ebola-like symptoms tested negative for the virus.
Mt. Kenya Leaders Criticised President Ruto Government of Ethnic Profiling
Mt. Kenya political leaders allied to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have launched a fresh attack on President William Ruto, accusing his administration of orchestrating ethnic profiling
Healthcare Crisis Looms in Meru as Doctors Begin Strike Over RTWF Failure
Doctors in Meru County have officially downed their tools following a breakdown in the implementation of a Return-To-Work Formula (RTWF) that had been agreed upon in March 2026.
Public Outcry Grows Over Rising Femicide Cases in Kenya
Thousands of Kenyans, human rights defenders, and civil society activists took to the streets of Nairobi's Central Business District on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Questions and Grief as Utumishi Fire Suspects Face Court
students from Utumishi Girls Academy were arraigned in connection with the deadly dormitory fire that rocked the school last week.
High Court Extends Block on Nanyuki Ebola Facility
The High Court has ordered the Kenyan government to publicly disclose all agreements related to the controversial United States-backed Ebola quarantine facility
President Ruto: Education , Not Battle fields, Is Kenya's New Liberation Front.
President William Ruto reaffirmed his government’s commitment to ending long-standing perceptions of marginalization in Northern Kenya Yesterday in Wajir .
Why Koome’s Anti-Corruption Meeting Disrupted as Senior Counsel Stage Walkout
The Senior Counsel Bar has declined to participate in an anti-corruption consultative meeting chaired by Chief Justice Martha Koome.
Mbunge Wa Embakasi Mashariki Babu Owino Aikosoa Serikali Kuhusu Mpango wa Ebola
Kauli yake inajiri huku mjadala ukiendelea nchini kuhusu mpango wa kuanzisha kituo cha karantini na maandalizi ya kukabiliana na Ebola
President Ruto: I allowed The US To Set Up The Ebola Quarantine Centre At Laikipia Airbase in Nanyuki .
The President noted that Kenya's longstanding partnership with the United States has been instrumental in supporting responses to major public health challenges
ODM Succession Battle Deepens as Kisumu Rally Exposes Major Party Fault Lines.
As ODM navigates the post-Raila era, the succession debate, competing visions for the party's future are likely to shape its political trajectory ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Public Universities Sink Deeper Into Debt as Pending Bills Exceed Sh100 Billion
The National Assembly of Kenya Departmental Committee on Education has raised alarm over a deepening financial crisis facing public universities
Wajir County Teaching and Referral Emergency and Accident Centre has been built and completed by the County Government,
Wajir County Teaching and Referral Emergency and Accident Centre
Plane crash lands in the Maasai Mara
Panic as Plane Crash Lands in Maasai Mara Airstrip
A firearm theft led to a swift operation by detectives in Nairobi. The suspect has been apprehended.
Nairobi: Police Arrest 42-Year-Old Man, Recover Stolen Firearm in Kangemi
New Education Reforms as President William Ruto Pushes Inclusive Learning
President Ruto adressing Kenyans during the Madaraka Day Celebrations at Wajir Stadium. PHOTO/A screengrab by People DAily Digital from a livestream by @WilliamsRuto/X
Protests Erupt Over Planned Ebola Quarantine Center in Nanyuki
Laikipia Air Base remains heavily secured by the Kenya Defence Forces following mass protests by hundreds of residents opposing a proposed U.S.-backed Ebola quarantine facility
President Ruto Announces University Plan to Boost Northern Kenya Education
President William Ruto has pledged to establish a public university in Wajir County as part of efforts to address the historical marginalization of education in Northern Kenya.
The Agreement That Paved The Way For The Laikipia Ebola Facility
The controversial US-backed Ebola quarantine facility planned for construction which was signed between Kenya and the United States in July 2015.
President Ruto Apologises To The People of Northern Kenya for The Marginalisation They Have Endured
During the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations held at Wajir Stadium, President William Ruto issued a public apology to the people of Northern Kenya
President Ruto Predicts Landslide Win in 2027,Dismisses Opposition
President William Ruto has dismissed the political capability of opposition leaders, vowing to secure a landslide victory in the 2027 General Election.
Leadership Disputes Emerge in Gachagua's Democracy For Citizens Party
Internal wrangles within the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) are threatening to undermine the new political outfit established by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
The Kenyan opposition has condemned the government's decision to host a U.S. Ebola isolation and treatment facility
The Kenyan opposition has fiercely condemned the government's decision to host a U.S.-led Ebola isolation and treatment facility, declaring that foreign billions are not worth the lives of citizens.
Former DP Rigathi Gachagua carefully handles a baby during a rally in Njabini, Nyandarua County.
He enrolled at Kabiruini Primary School in Mathira Constituency in Nyeri from 1971 to 1977 before proceeding to Kianyaga High School for his O-levels and A-levels. In 1985,
Kenyan President Ruto hails Kazakhstan as key logistics hub during narrow-format talks with Tokayev
The Presidents of Kazakhstan and Kenya, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and William Ruto, have held talks in a narrow format in Astana, Qazinform News Agency cites Akorda.
Kenyan IDs Will Only Be Issued to Legitimate Citizens
President William Ruto has reaffirmed that Kenyan national identity cards will only be issued to legitimate citizens.
AFCON 2027: Talanta Stadium 91% Complete as Kenya Targets July Finish
AFCON 2027
Nationwide matatu strike suspended after deadly fuel protests
Transport operators call off strike for one week following violent protests over rising fuel prices.