Kisumu High Court sentences man to death for killing four family members but only first count will take effect as three others remain abeyance
Court records showed that although the accused initially denied the four counts of murder, he later changed his plea and admitted responsibility for the killings. Before entering the guilty plea, the Court ordered a psychiatric assessment, which found him mentally fit to stand trial. He was subsequently convicted on his own plea of guilty.
For nearly a century, pedal-powered bicycles was symbol of class in Kisumu, the legacy leaves on even with advent of classy four-wheelers
The now-famous bicycle boda traces its origins to the Kenya-Uganda border town of Busia during the 1960s and 1970s when the bicycle was the main mode of transport. Cyclists ferried travellers and goods between customs posts as they shouted “border, border” to attract customers crossing the international boundary. Over time, the phrase evolved into the now universally recognised term “boda.”
Intellectual property rights: Chief State Counsel details how Kenya is preparing to protect local innovations during Kakamega stakeholder meeting
The forum that brought together participants from Kakamega, Bungoma, Busia, Vihiga and Trans Nzoia counties was meant to provide a platform for innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, creatives, farmers and members of the public to contribute to a policy that will guide how the country protects, manages and commercializes intellectual property.
Kiambu County in central Kenya recognised for prudence and transparency in public finance management
During the engagement, the NEC-Hub delegation reviewed the findings of the 2025 County Budget Transparency Survey with county officials, identifying areas for further improvement and discussing strategies to strengthen the county’s performance in future assessments. The organization also reaffirmed its commitment to working with Kiambu to advance budget openness and promote inclusive public participation.
New report says 34 per cent of Kenyan women experience gender-based violence with central region registering highest incidence
Nyeri Central Deputy County Commissioner Ngunyi Maina says the sub-county recently recorded three suicide cases within a single week of men and women aged between 24 and 50 years.
Indigenous communities along Kenyan coast demand 70 per cent job allocation in $17 billion Dangote Group oil refinery
Dangote’s planned refinery, expected to process 700,000 barrels of oil per day, is billed as a major addition to that corridor, with construction expected to take about 30 months once it begins. If completed, it would be the largest refinery in East Africa and Dangote’s biggest investment outside Nigeria.
