State disburses Ksh275 million to hunger-stricken 20,410 families in Marsabit County in northern Kenya
Vulnerable households listed under the Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP) in Marsabit County will continue to receive their stipends without interruptions as the government strives to safeguard their self-worth. The kitty administered through the national drought management authority (NDMA) consists of 20,410 eligible households that will receive Ksh275.5 million. County...
Britain promises Kenya it will investigate all atrocities committed by its soldiers accused of murder and rape
British High Commissioner in Nairobi John Matt has assured Kenya that the British government is investigating all allegations of atrocities committed by their soldiers. Among the allegations are incidents of murder, sexual abuse, racism and human rights violations. Speaking in Nanyuki during the commissioning of a dining-hall built for Temakis...
By-election: Tourism cabinet secretary tells contestants and voters in Ol Kalou constituency to tone down inflammatory rhetoric
Ms Rebecca Miano encouraged residents to reject divisive politics and instead focus on electing leaders capable of working closely with the national government to accelerate development projects in the constituency.
Kenya announces plans to mop up illegal firearms mop-up in banditry-prone Samburu and Baringo counties
Samburu West MP Naisula Lesuuda said insecurity in Malaso belt has displaced residents in 10 locations, forcing them to take refuge in nearby towns with police presence.
Kenya to integrate natural assets inventory reports into national, county planning for sustainable development
During a technical presentation, NLC Director of Research and Natural Resources Ben Opaa said the inventory established that Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands hold enormous ecological and economic value despite often being perceived as wastelands.
What Supreme Court judges dread: ‘My prayer to IEBC, may you hold credible elections in 2027 that there will be no presidential election petition’
IEBC Chair Erastus Ethekon observed that early administrative structures significantly insulated national stability from political disputes. He revealed that the commission successfully resolved 323 pre-election disputes during the 2022 general election within strict statutory timelines, establishing a definitive track record.
Kenya: No let up for Ruto and UDA government as human rights activists notify police of planned Saba Saba demons, petition to parliament
According to the notice dated July 5, 2026, participants will assemble at Jeevanjee Gardens from 8:00am before commencing a peaceful procession at 9:00am through Nairobi’s CBD to Parliament Buildings, where a petition will be presented to the speakers of the National Assembly and the Senate.
South Africa accelerates migration policies implementation with new courts and repatriation measures
South Africa continues to attract large numbers of migrants from neighbouring and other African countries, drawn by its relatively larger economy and labour market. However, long-standing challenges such as high domestic unemployment, strained public services and periodic outbreaks of xenophobic violence have intensified political pressure for tighter border controls and stricter migration enforcement.
High prospects of Kenya’s economy becoming minerals-driven jolts state into mining laws reforms
The proposed legislative reforms include the Explosives Bill (2026) the Minerals, Mining and Beneficiation Policy, the Explosives (Fees) Regulations and the Mine Health, Safety and Environment Regulations.
