Another landslide has been reported in Kipkenda Village, Kibendo, Emsoo Ward in Keiyo North, Elgeyo Marakwet County. Government spokesperson Isaac Mwaura confirmed the incident on Monday and said rescue efforts are currently underway. “The government regrets to report that another landslide has taken place in Kipkenda Village, Kibendo, Emsoo Ward, Keiyo North, Elgeyo Marakwet County. Rescue efforts are ongoing by multi-agency teams. More updates to follow,” Mwaura said. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the ongoing heavy rains across parts of the country have increased the risk of landslides, especially in the Kerio Valley region. He said a rockfall in…
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KCB Group Plc has announced that it has acquired a minority stake in Pesapal Limited, a company licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya to provide payment services. In a statement, KCB Group General Counsel and Company Secretary Bonnie Okumu said the investment will support the development of modern payment solutions for small and micro enterprises across the country. He added that the move is expected to create value for shareholders of both KCB and Pesapal. “We are delighted to inform our shareholders and the investing public that KCB Group Plc has, on October 30, 2025, entered into an agreement…
President William Ruto has congratulated Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan on her re-election following the October 29, 2025 general election. In a statement on Monday, President Ruto said Kenya and Tanzania share strong historical ties and common aspirations through the East African Community (EAC), and expressed hope that the two countries will continue working together to promote peace and development. “On behalf of the Government and the people of the Republic of Kenya, and on my own behalf, I extend sincere congratulations to Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan on her re-election,” Ruto said. The election was marred by protests in…
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The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has closed the Kapyego–Chesoi–Kilangata Road after days of heavy rainfall triggered landslides in Elgeyo Marakwet County. The closure affects the Kilangata, Murkutwo, Chesongoch, and Kabetwa areas. According to KeNHA, the continuous rains caused mudslides in the Chesongoch area, leading to the deaths of at least 22 people. A multi-agency rescue and recovery operation led by the Ministry of Interior is ongoing. KeNHA also reported that a crucial crossing at River Mon on the Biretwo–Arror Road was washed away and collapsed, cutting off the road for nearly 40 metres. The authority said its teams are…
The government has sent food and other relief supplies to families affected by a landslide in Elgeyo Marakwet, as search and rescue efforts entered the second day. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, who is at the scene, said the supplies came from his ministry, the State Department for Special Programmes, and well-wishers. The items were airlifted to the affected villages due to the difficult mountain terrain. “The relief items include 600 bags of rice, 520 bags of beans, 1,000 blankets, 300 mattresses, 30 boxes of soap, and 10 bales of sanitary towels,” Murkomen said. He added that the county government…
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has introduced a new digital payments system known as KWSPay, which will replace the old eCitizen platform for booking and paying for park entry and other KWS services. In a statement issued on November 1, KWS said the new system is designed to make payments easier and more efficient for both local and international visitors. “The transition from the old eCitizen platform to the upgraded system branded as KWSPay introduces a more seamless and flexible process for booking and making payments,” KWS said. Under the new system, visitors can pay using bank cards, bank transfers,…
Cabinet Secretaries John Mbadi, Opiyo Wandayi, Aden Duale and Lee Kinyanjui have announced new appointments to various government bodies, according to a gazette notice dated October 31. Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi appointed Felix Useru Nyauchi to serve as a member of the Insurance Tribunal for a three-year term. In the energy sector, Energy and Petroleum CS Opiyo Wandayi appointed Lilian Bokeeye Mahiri–Zaja and Henry Gathara Karinga as members of the Board of Directors of Kenya Petroleum Refineries Limited, also for a three-year term. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale made several appointments to the Nursing Council of…
Cabinet Secretary for Co-operatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Wycliffe Ambetsa Oparanya has appointed a National Steering Committee and County Steering Committees to lead the revival of the coffee sector through co-operatives for the next two years. The appointment was announced through a gazette notice dated October 31, 2025. Oparanya said the committees began their work immediately. The National Steering Committee will be chaired by Njeru Ndwiga, with Daniel Chemno and James Wachihi Muturi serving as vice chairpersons. Other members include Timothy Mirugi, Laura Wanjiru, Charles Rintaugu, Kennedy Kilwake, Okioma Mwancha, and Caroline Cherotich. The team also consists…
Death toll from Elgeyo Marakwet landslide tragedy hits 21, 30 missing, Murkomen say At least 21 people have been confirmed dead and dozens remain missing after a devastating landslide struck parts of Elgeyo Marakwet County, government officials have confirmed. The incident happened on Friday October 31, 2025 night. The area is hilly. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said 25 injured survivors have been rescued and taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, while 30 people are still unaccounted for as search and rescue efforts continue. “We have paused our search and rescue operations for today. We have confirmed the loss of…
The death toll from the landslides in Elgeyo Marakwet County has risen to 15, while 30 people remain unaccounted for, the government has said. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, in an update on Saturday, said rescue work is ongoing, led by a multi-agency team involving the military, police, National Government Administration Officers, the county government, and humanitarian organizations. “We have managed to evacuate 25 injured people for further medical attention. Sadly, 15 people lost their lives in this unfortunate tragedy, while 30 people are still unaccounted for,” Murkomen stated. Earlier, the CS announced that police and military helicopters carrying medical…
The High Court in Kisumu sentenced a man to 20 years’ imprisonment for the brutal killing of a young man whose life was cut short in a violent daylight attack. Initially charged with murder contrary to Section 203 as read with Section 204 of the Penal Code, the accused later entered into a plea bargain agreement with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and pleaded guilty to the reduced charge of manslaughter, contrary to Section 202 as read with Section 205 of the Penal Code. He admitted to the offence freely and voluntarily, without coercion or promise of benefit beyond…
Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Geoffrey Ruku, Saturday called on Kenyans to take personal responsibility on the roads to help curb the alarming number of traffic accidents recorded each year. Speaking in Emali during the launch of the Highway Emergency Response Program along the Mombasa Road, Ruku said reckless behaviour by drivers, passengers, and pedestrians continues to cost the country thousands of lives. The program, launched in partnership with St. John Ambulance, aims to enhance timely response to road emergencies across major highways. Ruku revealed that 4,748 people lost their lives in road accidents in 2024, translating to an average…
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) has announced an indefinite closure of the institution due to the ongoing lecturers’ strike that has disrupted learning for weeks. In a notice issued on Saturday, November 1, students who are still staying within the institution were directed to leave the university by Sunday, November 2, at 4:00 pm. The announcement was made by Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Robert Kinyua, who said the prolonged industrial action by lecturers and non-teaching staff had made it impossible for learning to continue. Lecturers under the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) and staff under…