Fraud: 4,600 Kenyans accuse KWS of defying court orders for full inspection of Nairobi National Park

Fraud: 4,600 Kenyans accuse KWS of defying court orders for full inspection of Nairobi National Park

Co-petitioners in an environmental case seeking to halt developments within Nairobi National Park have accused the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) of failing to comply fully with a court-ordered site inspection by allegedly restricting their participation. The petition, filed by more than 4,600 Kenyans, seeks to stop what the petitioners describe...

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National Council of Churches of Kenya warn influence of religion and money is corrupting democracy and civic duty

National Council of Churches of Kenya warn influence of religion and money is corrupting democracy and civic duty

Speaking during the release of the findings at PEFA Church in Kwale, NCCK Coast Region Chair Bishop Peter Mwero said financial inducements and religious influence continue to shape electoral decisions in many parts of the country, often at the expense of accountability and good governance.

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Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi warns prospect of Kenya sliding into violence during 2027 General Election is real

Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi warns prospect of Kenya sliding into violence during 2027 General Election is real

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, who represented President William Ruto at the 21st Association of Member Episcopal Conference in East Africa (AMECEA) plenary assembly in Nairobi, appealed on young people to refrain from being bribed to cause havoc and mayhem in the country during election period.

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What Supreme Court judges dread: ‘My prayer to IEBC, may you hold credible elections in 2027 that there will be no presidential election petition’

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.

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‘Rain of bribery’ cited in Ol Kalou by-election as opposition accuses Kenya’s ruling party of using 20,000 LPG cylinders ‘gift’ to sway voter preference

‘Rain of bribery’ cited in Ol Kalou by-election as opposition accuses Kenya’s ruling party of using 20,000 LPG cylinders ‘gift’ to sway voter preference

Blue Economy Principal Secretary, Betsy Muthoni Njagi, called on residents to preserve the area’s development record by supporting leaders committed to advancing government development initiatives.

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Use of brute force becomes a ‘norm’ as Kenya, Tanzanian capitals eye witness heavy police deployments to suppress protests

Use of brute force becomes a ‘norm’ as Kenya, Tanzanian capitals eye witness heavy police deployments to suppress protests

In Tanzania’s commercial capital, Dar es Salaam, police and military personnel were deployed and no protesters were seen. An annual trade fair continued under heavy protection.

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Kenya’s President Ruto tears into ethnic warlords as fears mount he’s filling public offices with kinsmen to fasten grip on power beyond 2032

Kenya’s President Ruto tears into ethnic warlords as fears mount he’s filling public offices with kinsmen to fasten grip on power beyond 2032

The domination of public service, police and military by the Kalenjin community is gradually fomenting fears that president is mobilising his community as part of his strategy to stay in power beyond 2032 if he wins next year’s presidential election.

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Kenya: No let up for Ruto and UDA government as human rights activists notify police of planned Saba Saba demons, petition to parliament

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.

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High prospects of Kenya’s economy becoming minerals-driven jolts state into mining laws reforms

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.

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East African Community to celebrate World Kiswahili Day in Burundi from July 5-7

East African Community to celebrate World Kiswahili Day in Burundi from July 5-7

More than 300 delegates, including language experts, policymakers and Kiswahili enthusiasts from the eight member-states of the East African Community (EAC), are expected to gather in Bujumbura, Burundi, next month for celebrations marking World Kiswahili Language Day and the third East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC) conference, an official announced on...

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