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Nairobi student offered three‑day Coast holiday after viral assault video
Businessman Simon Kabu pledged a three‑day Mombasa getaway for student Jahenda following a viral video alleging bullying in a public toilet.
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Aliko Dangote urges African leaders to turn youth surge into jobs through industry
Billionaire Aliko Dangote warned that Africa will waste its youthful demographic advantage unless governments accelerate industrial projects like Kenya’s new refinery.
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Teen’s Hand Severed in France School Protest After Police Clash
A 15‑year‑old boy lost his hand during a police‑protester confrontation near a Lens high school, prompting school closure and an IGPN investigation.
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Kenya mobilises KDF, police and NYS for rescue ahead of El Niño rains
The government has activated the National Contingency Plan, deploying troops, rescue assets and relief supplies to ten priority counties as El Niño …
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Maraga pledges affordable capital and stronger institutions to win diaspora support ahead of 2027 election
Former Chief Justice David Maraga told Kenyans in Houston that his presidential platform will focus on entrepreneurship, cheap financing and institutional reform …
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Ruto unveils record 50,000 teacher promotions and 20,000 permanent contracts from 2027
President William Ruto announced 50,000 teacher promotion slots and the conversion of 20,000 contract teachers to permanent status starting Jan 2027, funded …
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Ruto unveils 120,000‑teacher recruitment target and broader welfare measures
President William Ruto announced a recruitment drive for 120,000 teachers by Dec 2026 and outlined measures to improve housing, health and salary …
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Tengecha Boys High School Shut Indefinitely After September Dormitory Fire
A September blaze that destroyed key dormitory blocks at Tengecha Boys High School has led Kericho County officials to close the school …
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Judiciary faces Sh20.4 billion funding gap as 2027 election disputes loom
The Judiciary warns that a Sh20.4 billion shortfall in its Sh50.7 billion budget could strain its capacity to handle election‑related disputes and …
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High Court suspends National Youth Council elections pending civic education review
Kenya's High Court in Kiambu has halted the National Youth Council elections after a youth activist challenged the process over inadequate civic …
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President Ruto orders overhaul of school capitation rates last set in 2015
President William Ruto announced a review of Kenya’s school capitation rates, urging higher per‑learner allocations for primary, junior and senior secondary schools.
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Cabinet Secretary Wahome warns against illegal land grabs around Lamu refinery project
Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome says no free land exists for squatters on the 5,000‑acre site earmarked for the Dangote East Africa Oil …