Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Chief Executive Officer Abdi Ahmed Mohamud has urged Kenyans to exercise strict integrity when casting their votes in the upcoming 2027 General Election, cautioning against electing leaders based on ethnic affiliations, clan considerations, or financial hand-outs. Speaking in Kajiado County on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, during an EACC Mashinani community […]
Read briefing Okello Max, whose real name is Julius Okello, has opened up about the lesser-known chapters of his life, revealing details about his school days, education, first job and current financial situation. The 35-year-old shared the revelations during an exclusive quickfire session with Mpasho, offering fans a glimpse into the experiences that shaped him before he […]
Read briefing Controversial Nairobi preacher Prophet Victor Kanyari has revealed that his entry into Christian ministry was not the result of a divine calling, but a practical decision influenced by financial hardship. Speaking during an interview on Radio Maisha, the Salvation Healing Ministry founder explained how he struggled to make a living before discovering a fundraising strategy […]
Read briefing Nairobi City County Chief Officer for Environment Geoffrey Mosiria has issued a stern warning to Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna against reconciling with Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, cautioning that forgiving political betrayals could jeopardize his career. Speaking on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, via a social media post and a voice note, Mosiria expressed deep skepticism […]
Read briefing The High Court has ordered Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Mohamed Amin and Inspector General of Police (IG) Douglas Kanja to pay blogger and IT expert Ndiangui Kinyagia KSh5 million for unlawfully intruding into his home and seizing his personal belongings. In a judgment delivered by Justice Patricia Nyaundi on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the […]
Read briefing Prominent lawyer Lewis Uriri has declined a brand-new 2026 Range Rover Sport Autobiography and cash gifts worth millions of shillings offered to him by Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo. Chivayo announced on Monday, September 21, 2026, that Uriri would receive the luxury vehicle valued at $250,000 (about KSh32 million) as a gesture of appreciation for his […]
Read briefing Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has strongly pushed back against President William Ruto’s continued criticism of his previous administration, urging the Head of State to focus on addressing the needs of Kenyans rather than attributing current governance challenges to past leadership. Speaking during the official handover of the Jubilee Party leadership in Nairobi, Kenyatta questioned why […]
Read briefing The High Court has dismissed a constitutional petition challenging the national verification of presidential election results, ruling that the final declaration made at the national tallying centre remains binding. Delivering the judgment on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the court upheld the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission’s (IEBC) constitutional mandate to verify constituency tally forms before […]
Read briefing Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has officially handed over the leadership of the Jubilee Party to his deputy, former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, ahead of the party’s upcoming National Delegates Convention (NDC). Addressing a meeting of Jubilee Party officials in Nairobi on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, Kenyatta announced his decision to step down from the […]
Read briefing There was a time when the career path seemed straightforward: choose a course, spend four years in university, graduate, get a job and work your way up. For many young Kenyans, that script no longer fits. A graduate can discover that the field they studied is not where their interests lie. Another may find that […]
Read briefing The Kibera High Court has denied bail to eight students from Utumishi Girls Academy who are facing murder charges in connection with a tragic dormitory fire that claimed the lives of 16 of their schoolmates. The eight subject minors face 16 counts of murder following the late May 2026 inferno at the Gilgil-based institution in […]
Read briefing Kenyan music stars Nadia Mukami and Arrow Bwoy are putting their recent breakup drama aside to release a new collaborative single, “Yumba,” this Friday. The former couple jointly announced the project on Instagram on Monday, September 21, 2026, directing fans to pre-save the upcoming track ahead of its official release. The music news follows a […]
Read briefing Popular Kenyan comedian Terence Creative sparked excitement during a live appearance at the Mataha Experience after taking to the stage to publicly ask his wife, digital creator Milly Chebby, for a second child together. In a video circulating widely across TikTok, the comedian dropped to one knee before the audience during a concert setting, using […]
Read briefing Flashy Nairobi-based forex trader Sammy Boy has drawn widespread attention online after being involved in a road accident with a boda boda rider while driving his convertible Mercedes-Benz. The incident occurred on Saturday, September 19, 2026, along a busy Nairobi street. Footage capturing the aftermath quickly circulated across social media platforms after being compiled into […]
Read briefing The Government of Kenya has issued a clarification defending the Government-to-Government (G-to-G) importation framework for refined petroleum products, citing its success in stabilizing national supply and easing US Dollar liquidity constraints. Upon taking office in September 2022, President William Ruto’s administration faced severe fuel shortages alongside an acute US Dollar scarcity. At the time, monthly […]
Read briefing Citizen TV prime-time news anchor Trevor Ombija has claimed that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua attempted to have him fired from Royal Media Services (RMS) following a fiery live television interview. Speaking on Friday, September 18, 2026, while addressing residents during a political engagement in Nyakach Constituency—where he is seeking the parliamentary seat in the […]
Read briefing More than 270,000 newborn babies across Kenya have been successfully registered within the first two months following the nationwide rollout of the digital e-birth notification system, marking a major milestone in the country’s civil registration and vital statistics reforms. The new digital framework directly links maternal hospitals, health clinics, and faith-based healthcare facilities directly to […]
Read briefing Several villages across Kenya are experiencing a major transformation after being connected to the national electricity grid, bringing light and new opportunities to communities that previously relied on traditional sources of energy. The connections have changed daily life for residents in parts of Kericho, Nandi, Busia and Kwale counties, where households can now access electricity […]
Read briefing Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of allegedly using the National Intelligence Service (NIS) to create divisions within the Linda Mwananchi movement. Speaking in the United States on Saturday, September 19, Gachagua warned that the opposition coalition could face difficulties if its leaders fail to address growing tensions within the movement. […]
Read briefing Former Nominated Senator Millicent Omanga has publicly dismissed reports linking her to a new government appointment made by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen. The clarification follows the publication of a Gazette Notice dated August 26, 2026, which listed appointed members to the Board of Visitors of the Shikusa Borstal Institution pursuant to Section 20 (1) […]
Read briefing Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has disclosed that he reached out to Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino from the United States to address emerging internal friction within the Linda Mwananchi movement. Addressing a diaspora media engagement in Kansas, Gachagua expressed concern over rising public spats and online hostility between supporters […]
Read briefing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has shared photos from a meeting with United States Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Susan Burns at her residence in Nairobi, drawing attention online amid his growing political engagements ahead of the 2027 General Election. Sifuna posted the photos on X on Thursday, September 18, 2026, saying he had met Burns and her […]
Read briefing Karachuonyo parliamentary aspirant Steve Okute has welcomed development projects being implemented in the constituency, saying investments in roads, water infrastructure and markets could improve livelihoods and create more opportunities for residents. Okute commended President William Ruto for supporting projects in the area, highlighting initiatives that he said could benefit traders, farmers, fishermen and small businesses. […]
Read briefing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has sought to dispel speculation that the Linda Mwananchi movement is on the verge of collapse, insisting that the political outfit remains intact despite growing disagreements among some of its leaders. Sifuna spoke in Karen on Thursday, September 17, 2026, shortly after he was barred from addressing students at Jomo Kenyatta […]
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