Kenya has welcomed the recognition by the United States for its efforts in championing for peace within the region. Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said Kenya remains steadfast in ensuring the peace processes in the region and continent yield long lasting solutions. Mudavadi said this on Saturday when he hosted the U.S. senior advisor on Africa affairs Massad Boulos who led a high-level delegation for a courtesy visit at the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary. “We appreciate Dr. Boulos’ recognition of Kenya’s proactive role in fostering peace and economic recovery in the region. We look forward to deepening our…
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M-Pesa users will experience a short interruption in service on the night of Monday, April 7, 2025, as Safaricom conducts scheduled system maintenance. In a public notice, Safaricom announced that the maintenance will take place between 1:00 a.m. and 1:30 a.m. The company said the move is aimed at improving customer experience and ensuring a more secure and reliable service. “To meet our promise to always offer a reliable, safe, secure and superior customer experience, we will be conducting a scheduled system maintenance on the night of Monday, April 7, 2025, starting from 1:00 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.,” the statement…
Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba was Saturday summoned to appear at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kiambu over claims she had mobilized a group to disrupt peace. This came ahead of president William Ruto’s visit to the area on Saturday, April 5. This also comes after a viral video showed her marching with a crowd chanting “Ruto Must Go” in Githunguri on the evening of Friday, April 4. The incident occurred just as was scheduled to visit Githunguri in Kiambu for his Mt. Kenya development tour on April 5. Wamuchomba confirmed her summons and promised to honor…
Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi revealed working under President William Ruto revealed his true colors of wanting to be an imperial president. Muturi said Ruto has been exerting undue control over his Cabinet and preventing Cabinet Secretaries from openly speaking on ills in government. In a damning revelation on Friday morning, the recently fired Cabinet Secretary exposed his former boss, alleging that Ruto is an embodiment of late President Daniel Moi’s imperial rule. Muturi said Ruto would occasionally have his way in cabinet meetings by bullishly infusing fear to ensure his subordinates bent to his will in a…
Principal Secretary nominee for the State Department for Devolution, Michael Lenasalon, has promised to fight corruption and improve service delivery in counties if approved for the role. Speaking during his vetting by the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Regional Development, Lenasalon said he plans to fix loopholes in county revenue collection. He explained that his background at the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) gives him the experience needed to digitize systems and ensure accountability in how public funds are used. “I will use my skills to help counties collect revenue efficiently and make sure the money is spent properly,” said Lenasalon.…
Principal Secretary nominee for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, has pledged to prioritize dialogue over confrontation in handling strikes by health workers, should he be approved for the post. Appearing before the National Assembly’s Health Committee for vetting, Dr. Oluga, who previously served as the Secretary General of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU), defended his track record as a unionist and outlined how he would approach industrial disputes as a senior government official. The vetting, chaired by Seme MP Dr. James Nyikal, saw several lawmakers raise questions about Oluga’s union background and his ability to transition…
The National Assembly Departmental Committee on Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives Friday concluded the vetting of Regina Akoth Ombam, who has been nominated for the position of Principal Secretary in the State Department of Trade. During the session, which Ikolomani MP Benard Shinali chaired, MPs assessed Ombam’s academic and professional background while questioning her plans for improving the trade sector. Before her nomination, Ombam worked as a Regional Health Financing Consultant for the East African Community, earning slightly over Sh1 million monthly. She told the committee that her total net worth stands at Sh66 million. Her decision to leave a high-paying…
A nationwide anti-President Trump movement on Saturday April 5, “Hands Off!,” is expected to be the largest single-day protest since he entered office. Why it matters: The Trump administration’s wide-reaching and ground-shaking policies have mobilized a varied cross section of Americans affected by political, economic, social and legal changes. “This is not just corruption,” the Hands Off! website said. “This is not just mismanagement. This is a hostile takeover.” By the numbers: More than 1,100 rallies, visibility events and meetings were scheduled in all 50 states as of Wednesday afternoon. Organizers said they had nearly 250,000 RSVPs as of March…
The High Court ruled that Facebook’s parent company Meta opens new tab can be sued in Kenya over its alleged role in promoting content that led to ethnic violence in neighbouring Ethiopia, a plaintiff in the case said. The landmark case, which stems from alleged hate speech on the platform during the 2020-2022 civil war in northern Ethiopia’s Tigray region, could have implications for how Meta works with content moderators globally. The company has argued that local courts do not have the power to hear cases against it where it is not registered as a company. The High Court rejected that argument in…
In response to cases of motor vehicle thefts in Nairobi and its surrounding areas, detectives launched a crackdown aimed at arresting the masterminds behind these crimes. On March 3, 2025, detectives nabbed Mutua Julius John, during which they recovered a stolen vehicle. Further investigative interviews with Mutua paved the way to the swift arrest of three additional suspects. Simon Mumo Chege, who specialises in erasing and altering chassis numbers of stolen vehicles, was intercepted in Grogon, within the bustling Nairobi CBD. Also in custody is Raphael Oloo Kira, known for his skills in panel beating, riveting, and producing fake number…
A meeting of African intelligence chiefs ended with a strong call from Kenya’s top intelligence and foreign affairs officials for African unity against modern threats born of technological disruption, digital misinformation, and transnational crime. The second Mashariki Cooperation Conference (MCC) was held in Naivasha, Speaking at the close of the high-level summit, the Director General of the National Intelligence Service (NIS), Noordin Haji, issued a sobering warning about the evolving nature of national security threats in the digital era. “The threat of rapid technological advancements, developments on social media, and the rise of digital activism have escalated security risks to…
Police have arrested nine more individuals believed to be members of the notorious armed gang known as the Panga Boys, in an ongoing crackdown targeting criminal groups in the Coast region. Coast Regional Commander Ali Nunow confirmed the arrests, saying the suspects were apprehended during an overnight intelligence-led operation carried out by a multi-agency team involving officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Kenya Police Service (KPS). Several offensive weapons and other items were seized during the operation. The suspects were identified as Ali Bakari Mwakuzimu, Hassan Ayub Cheti, Mohammed Salim Said, Mwalimu Rashid Mwakuzimu, Omar Abdurahman…
As schools close for the holiday break, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has urged for increased road safety and vigilance to protect children traveling home. In a press release issued Thursday, NTSA emphasized the importance of closely supervising children and ensuring that only safe vehicles are used for their transport. The authority called on all players in the road transport sector to take necessary measures to guarantee the safe passage of schoolchildren during this period. “As schoolchildren travel home for the holidays, there is an urgent need for all players within the road transport sector to put measures…
Former Attorney General and Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has come out strongly against President William Ruto, just days after being dismissed from the Cabinet. In a candid TV interview on Friday, Muturi claimed Ruto is unfit to lead the country and accused him of running a dishonest government. “I have sadly come to the conclusion that William Ruto is unfit to serve as President of the Republic of Kenya,” said Muturi. “I say this with no bitterness.” Muturi alleged that the President behaves differently in public compared to how he operates behind closed doors. “He acts in two different ways—one…
Tourism stakeholders and security agencies in Mombasa have assured visitors that Kenya remains a safe destination, dismissing reports of an alleged attack on holidaymakers. Mombasa County Commissioner Mohamed Noor clarified that the incident in question was a case of phone theft involving two street boys in the city’s central business district, contrary to claims in some media reports. “We have made arrests and are tracking down other suspects. Security measures are being enhanced across the Kenyan Coast to protect both visitors and residents,” Noor stated. He reassured tourists that Kenya remains a welcoming and secure destination, particularly as the country…