President William Ruto has taken a significant step toward the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) by nominating Erastus Edung Ethekon as the next chairperson of the electoral body. The nomination, announced through a statement issued by Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, marks a pivotal moment in Kenya’s ongoing electoral reform […]
Migori County, Kenya| President William Ruto was the target of a startling incident on Sunday, May 4, when a shoe was hurled at him during a public address in Migori County. The act, captured on video and widely circulated on social media, occurred while the Head of State was delivering a speech focused on the […]
•Nation Mourns Amid Shadows of Controversy Nairobi, Kenya| Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were was shot dead in broad daylight on Tuesday in a chilling execution-style attack along Nairobi’s Ngong Road, sending shockwaves across the country and plunging Homa Bay County into mourning. According to preliminary police reports, the 51-year-old legislator was ambushed near […]
The 2025 edition of the London Marathon delivered a thrilling showcase of athletic excellence, as Kenya’s Sebastian Sawe produced a masterclass performance to claim his first major marathon title in a fiercely competitive men’s race. The buildup to this year’s race was marked by significant anticipation, particularly following the late withdrawal of Ethiopian legend Kenenisa […]
Beijing, China| In a landmark state visit to China, President William Ruto achieved a sweeping diplomatic and economic breakthrough that could reshape Kenya’s development trajectory. Accompanied by key government officials, Ruto held high-level talks with President Xi Jinping, culminating in the signing of over 20 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and cooperation agreements covering a wide […]
•This Comes Following Uproar Over the Bill Which Stakeholders Have Termed ‘Deeply Flawed’ In a major policy shift driven by intense pressure from key players in Kenya’s blue economy, the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs has agreed with the Council of Governors (CoG) to jointly petition Parliament for the immediate withdrawal of […]
•Authorities Shut Down Melkio St Joseph’s Missions of Messiah Church After Shocking Incidents Spark Public Outcry Rongo, Kenya| The government has indefinitely closed down the Melkio St Joseph’s Missions of Messiah Church in Opapo, Rongo Town, following a disturbing sequence of events involving secretive burials, allegations of cult-like practices, and a mounting number of unexplained […]
•Bondo Residents Demand ODM Disciplinary Action, Threaten Impeachment Over “Disrespect” to Raila and Ruto Siaya Governor James Orengo is under intense criticism from Bondo residents and local leaders after publicly rejecting the proposed broad-based government arrangement, sparking calls for disciplinary action by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). The governor’s remarks, made during the burial of […]
•The Lobby Cites Alarming Mortality Rates and Systemic Neglect in Healthcare Planning A coalition of advocacy groups, caregivers, and individuals living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) has petitioned the Kisumu County Assembly to declare the condition a public health emergency, citing alarming mortality rates and systemic neglect in healthcare planning. The petition, delivered this week […]
The National Assembly has approved sufficient funding for the completion of stadiums across the country, signaling a renewed commitment to enhancing Kenya’s sports infrastructure ahead of two major continental tournaments— the African Nations Championship (CHAN) in August 2025 and the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027. Speaking during an inspection tour of Bukhungu Stadium […]
