News Tracker

4:34 pm A section of lawmakers based in the Ukambani bloc has warned President William Ruto against consistent criticism aimed at Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
2:32 pm The Ministry of Health has warned Kenyans against the continued use of 'over-the-counter' medication, particularly during the festive season.
1:15 pm Five fishermen drown after their boat capsizes in Lake Victoria at Dho-Goye area in Siaya County.
10:29 am Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has called on Kenyans to scrutinise the Turkana Oil Field Development Plan, warning that recent contract changes and ownership shifts raise serious concerns.
10:23 am A section of the ODM leadership has called on the party to consider the formalisation of a pre-election coalition with President Ruto.
9:23 am The EAC has reaffirmed its support for Somalia amid growing tensions between Somalia and Somaliland, following Israel’s recognition of Somaliland as an independent state.
9:14 am Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has opened up about his health struggles, after weeks of silence amid concern from his loyal supporters

5:14 pm Ksh44 billion in capitation funds has already been disbursed to schools ahead the new school calendar year, President William Ruto has confirmed.
2:25 pm President William Ruto’s broad-based government has 32 per cent national support, while the united opposition stands at 22 per cent, according to the latest Infotrak poll.
1:13 pm Veteran Kitui politician and former Senator David Musila has announced his exit from active elective politics while also endorsing President William Ruto for a full two-term tenure.
12:15 pm Rainfall is expected to continue over several parts of the country from 9:00 AM on December 28 2025 to 9:00 AM on December 29 2025, according to the Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD).
12:13 pm Suna East MP Junet Mohammed has declared that only Oburu Odinga is constitutionally allowed to contest the presidency on an ODM ticket amid cracks within the party.
10:18 am Some parents have raised concerns after the Ministry of Education declined transfer requests from more than 60,000 students who sat the 2025 KJSEA exams.

5:11 pm Three Police Officers have been arrested by Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Officers for allegedly soliciting bribes from motorists along the Kisii-Kisumu Highway.
4:06 pm President William Ruto was in Migori town on Saturday, December 27, to grace Suna East Tournament by area MP Hon. Junet Mohammed. The President is also expected to inspect the progress of the Ksh750m Migori stadium during the visit.
2:41 pm The Port of Mombasa has received the Höegh Australis, the country’s first pure LNG-powered vessel, which arrived from Singapore after an 11-day voyage, marking a milestone in cleaner and more sustainable maritime operations.
2:34 pm The government has revealed plans to construct a monument at the historic Chetambe Fort in Webuye East, Bungoma County, in remembrance of local residents who lost their lives resisting British colonial rule.
12:26 pm Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) is set to embark in multi-billion rehabilitation works on various roads across the country, including State House Road, which will cost approximately Ksh1.6 billion.
9:51 am The Kenya Meteorological Department has listed Nairobi and 13 other counties which could receive 'above average' rainfall before the New Year. The weatherman has also warned of potential flooding in the counties.

4:28 pm Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for a constitutional review 15 years after its promulgation, urging that the Office of the Prime Minister and the leader of the official opposition be formalised to ensure every region is represented in government
2:03 pm Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has clarified that public parks should, and will, remain open for public use, even when organised events are being held within the facilities.
12:44 pm Kenyan University lecturer Peter Kamaku is set to take charge of the Africa Cup of Nations Group B match between Angola and Zimbabwe on Friday, December 26, as the centre referee.
11:12 am Some Kenyans will enjoy free entry and accommodation offers at national parks, sanctuaries, and marine parks until December 31 after the Kenya Wildlife Service announced week-long Boxing Day group promotions, featuring free access for selected children and adults.
9:27 am Five people were killed and two others seriously injured in a Christmas Day road accident involving a Toyota Probox and a trailer along the Kericho–Nakuru highway near Kedowa Trading Centre in Kericho County.

5:39 pm Deputy President Kithure Kindiki resurfaced at a Christmas gifting event at his Irunduni home after days of absence and health speculation, assuring supporters he is well.
4:56 pm Motorists on the 175km Rironi–Mau Summit Highway will pay about Ksh1,400 in tolls, with PS Raymond Omollo promising alternative routes and faster Nairobi–Nakuru travel by 2027.
4:23 pm Marigoini residents in Nairobi’s South B have protested planned evictions for an affordable housing project, rejecting a Ksh30,000 offer and accusing officials of opaque relocation plans.
3:51 pm Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi says entrenched cartels at the Port of Mombasa frustrated a planned Singapore partnership, forcing investors to abandon a multi-million shilling upgrade project.
3:19 pm Treasury PS Chris Kiptoo says ongoing customs clearance reforms are cutting border delays, lowering trader costs and aimed at easing consumer prices and bolstering Kenya’s regional trade role.
2:54 pm Kenya Wildlife Service officers killed two elephants in Kajiado West after the animals were blamed for multiple deadly attacks on residents along a major wildlife corridor.