March 2025

NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 22 – Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma M’Ethingia has nominated Lawyer Linda Kiome as his deputy who now awaits vetting and approval by the Meru County Assembly before assuming office. Kiome is the daughter of Samuel Kiome Rimbere, a former councilor and the first Member of County Assembly (MCA) for Meru’s Municipality Ward. […]

US President Donald Trump has revoked security clearances from his previously defeated Democratic election rivals, Kamala Harris and Hillary Clinton, as well as a number of other top former officials. The move comes after Trump said in February he was revoking security clearance for his predecessor Joe Biden. He confirmed that move in the latest […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 22 – Nyandarua Senator John Methu has raised alarm over alleged irregularities and potential favoritism in the distribution of subsidized fertilizer by the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB), pointing to glaring disparities that have disadvantaged key agricultural counties in central of Kenya. On the floor of the house, Senator Methu accused […]

NAIROBI, Kenya Mar 22 – INJECT Party Leader Morara Kebaso on Saturday signaled a possible exit from the opposition alliance led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, citing concerns over “tribal-driven politics.” Kebaso in a tweet criticized Gachagua’s persistent focus on Mt. Kenya politics, accusing him of pursuing power for the region at the expense […]

SYDNEY March 21 – The Australian government has voiced concern over anonymous letters reportedly offering substantial rewards for information on Hong Kong activist Kevin Yam, who is now based in Melbourne. The letters, first reported by The Guardian, included Yam’s photo and accused him of national security offences. They offered a reward of HK$1 million […]

Last week, Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago put forward a radical proposal unlikely to be embraced by his colleagues or government bureaucrats. During a visit with President William Ruto at AIC Fellowship-Annex in Uasin Gishu, Mandago suggested that all civil servants, lawmakers, and senior government officials should exclusively use the new medical scheme, SHA/SHIF. His […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 21 – Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has reaffirmed the National Police Service’s (NPS) commitment to combating transnational organized crime, particularly narcotics-related networks, to ensure a safer, drug-free environment. During a courtesy call by U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Country Attaché Karl Ash, Kanja commended the DEA’s support, emphasizing its pivotal […]

By June Chepkemei As the world turns its attention to Kenya this weekend for the iconic Safari Rally, we are once again reminded of the enduring spirit of one of East Africa’s most treasured sporting traditions. More than just a high-octane motorsport event, the rally serves as a powerful platform for fostering regional integration, boosting […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 21 – Senior advisor to Kenya’s Council of Economic Advisors, Moses Kuria, has urged Kenyans enrolled in the Taifa Care scheme to report any health facilities that charge them for services. Speaking during the rollout of a health digitization program in Kirinyaga County, Kuria emphasized that primary healthcare is free for all […]

NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 21 — The Court of Appeal has declined to stay High Court orders regarding the majority coalition in the National Assembly, despite Speaker Moses Wetangula’s decision overturning the declaration on account of autonomy. The Court ruled on Friday that granting a stay order would amount to prematurely endorsing the Speaker’s decision, as […]