On Tuesday, January 21, 2025, President William Ruto chaired the first cabinet meeting of the year, but one key figure was notably absent—Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi. Muturi’s absence follows his recent claims that President Ruto and his government were involved in the alleged abduction of his son, Leslie Muturi. Since revealing the details…
President William Ruto, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi arrive for a cabinet meeting at Kakamega State Lodge on January 21, 2025. [PSC, Standard] The political tiff between President William Ruto and his former Deputy Rigathi Gachagua has deepened as the president launched scathing attacks and criticisms against his former deputy. Although…
On Thursday, January 23, local newspapers provided detailed information about cases of violence against women, while the last two weeks since the new year have shown an increase in such incidents. Kenyan newspaper headlines on Thursday, January 23. Photo: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC 1. Daily Nation The newspaper reported…
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed is confident that Kenya, along with its co-hosting partners Uganda and Tanzania, will deliver a world-class experience at the 2024 CHAN tournament. Originally scheduled for February, the 2024 edition was postponed to August by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) due to delays in infrastructure readiness. Mohammed welcomed…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, through the State Department of Livestock, is launching a new livestock identification and traceability system aimed at helping Kenyans track their animals more effectively. Under the new system, livestock owners will soon be required to provide identification before selling animals at slaughterhouses. Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke explained that…
Kenya has waived Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirements for African nationals visiting the country, aiming to promote regional integration and enhance tourism. The Cabinet approved the policy during a meeting in Kakamega County on Tuesday, citing the need to ease travel across the continent. However, Somalia and Libya remain excluded from the exemption due to…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) will gain expanded authority to investigate bank accounts, mobile money accounts, and call data records under the proposed Anti-Corruption Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The bill, introduced by Attorney General Dorcas Oduor, seeks to amend the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, providing the commission with stronger powers to investigate graft-related…
The Kisii High Court has sentenced four men to a combined total of 135 years in prison for their role in the horrific lynching of four elderly individuals accused of practising witchcraft in Banda Sub-location, Marani Sub-County. According to a statement released by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the…
President William Ruto reassured Kenyans that his government is fully committed to fulfilling every promise made during his campaign. Speaking at the launch of the Last Mile Connectivity project in Shinyalu, Kakamega County, Ruto emphasized that his administration would not rest until all pledges are delivered. “My transformation agenda must succeed,” Ruto declared, reiterating his…
Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya has announced his upcoming trip to Germany. In a statement shared via his Instagram account on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the youthful legislator revealed that his trip will cover several cities, including Munich, Berlin, Dortmund, Hamburg, and Essen. Salasya invited Kenyans living in these cities to meet with…
President William Ruto launched a scathing attack on his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of tribalism, incompetence, and corruption. Speaking during the launch of a modern market in Luanda, Vihiga County, on Wednesday, January 22, Ruto blamed Gachagua’s alleged failures for his removal from office. Ruto claimed that Gachagua’s leadership style, characterized by dishonesty…
Mugirango West Member of Parliament (MP) Stephen Mogaka Gusii leaders are calling for a larger share of government appointments in President William Ruto’s inclusive government amid growing concerns that the Gusii community is being overlooked. On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, a group of Nyamira leaders, led by Mugirango West Member of Parliament (MP) Stephen Mogaka,…
Tanzania assistant coach Juma Mgunda believes an all-East African final is possible at the delayed CHAN 2024 tournament if Kenya, Uganda and his country prepare well. Tanzania assistant coach Juma Mgunda has urged all the three East African nations to ensure they prepare well so that the 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024) can remain…
The Sofapaka coach has questioned some of the decisions from the match official during his team’s defeat to the FKF premier League champions in Machakos. Sofapaka coach Ezekiel Akwana has blamed what he terms poor officiating for his team’s 2-0 loss to Gor Mahia on Wednesday. Sofapaka put on a gallant display but still went…
Mercy Cherono reflects on her journey through challenges, maternity leave, and police training as she prepares for a strong comeback in athletics. Once a beacon of hope for Kenyan long distance running, Mercy Cherono just disappeared from the track and the limelight in a split second and few knew where she disappeared to. But where…