8:13 am
Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) announced that they will embark on a nationwide strike on Saturday, December 21, citing discrimination claims and low pay.
7:56 am
Two police officers who were found slaughtering a cow that was reported missing at Kaptagat Police Station pleaded not guilty and were released on a cash bail of Ksh40,000 or an alternative bond of Ksh200,000 with surety.
7:14 am
Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHCR) condemns the ongoing demolitions and evictions in Nyama Villa, Kayole, which have left hundreds of families homeless.
Wed, 18 December 2024
6:54 pm
High Court extends conservatory orders barring the government from compelling Kenyans to disclose their International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers to February 2025.
6:02 pm
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua confirms plans to join forces with Wiper Party leader to rival President William Ruto in the 2027 Presidential election.
5:54 pm
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo reveals that the government is accelerating a plan to introduce body-worn cameras for police to help the government corruption.
5:06 pm
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says that 550,000 citizens have registered for home ownership through the Boma Yangu platform.
4:38 pm
US Embassy hosts Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley, the first Kenyan-born American elected to the Minnesota State House of Representatives, at their office in Nairobi.
3:35 pm
Tourism CS Rebecca Miano attends Kenya's second International Minorities Rights Day Commemoration at the Bomas of Kenya
3:13 pm
Interior PS Raymond Omollo reveals that Operation Maliza Uhalifu North Rift, a government security initiative launched in February 2023, has led to a 62% reduction in the number of cattle rustling occurrences, with cases dropping from 63,054 stolen livestock to 23,668.
2:42 pm
The Catholic Church surprises 700 prisoners at the Busia G.K. Prison with early Christmas gifts and spiritual nourishment.
2:21 pm
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki revealed that the government is accelerating reforms in the tea, coffee, sugar, livestock, fisheries, mariculture, and aquaculture value chains to unlock their full potential while receiving status briefs from sector players at his official residence in Karen, Nairobi.
1:52 pm
The United States repatriated a Kenyan national, Mohammed Abdul Malik Bajabu, who had been detained at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility in connection with terrorism after being held for 17 years without being charged in a court of law.
12:50 pm
Permanent Secretary for the State Department for Livestock Development Jonathan Mueke has refuted claims that Bill Gates is behind the livestock vaccination programme in the country.
12:18 pm
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Wednesday held a status and appraisal briefing on the Affordable Housing Programme and the coordination of various role players for effective and seamless implementation of the ongoing projects.
11:55 am
The Kenya Union of Sugarcane Workers is demanding Ksh4.6 Billion in Arrears and has threatened to block the privatisation of State-Owned factories.
11:25 am
A former police constable at Eldoret Central Police Station who shot her husband 12 times has been sentenced to 35 years in prison.
10:50 am
The Ministry of Health's Senior Management convened this morning to review progress on the nationwide rollout of the Social Health Authority (SHA) and the development of the benefits package under the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).
10:15 am
The United States has released Guantanamo Bay detainee Mohammed Abdul Malik Bajabu to Kenya, bringing the number of prisoners at the facility to 29.
9:15 am
Importers of refrigeration and air conditioning gases will not be able to import hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) refrigerant from January 2026, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has announced.
8:50 am
Following the criticism of the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, the government has announced plans to review it to accommodate the increasing number of tourist arrivals.
8:15 am
A mysterious fire has destroyed property of unknown value at the Modern Furniture Pacific shop in Ruiru, Kiambu County.
7:50 am
Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has ordered the suspension of the license granted to a private developer who sought to construct a restaurant and mini golf park in Ngong Road Forest, Nairobi County.
7:20 am
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company has confirmed that power has been restored to all areas following a nationwide blackout.
Tue, 17 December 2024
5:18 pm
President William Ruto doubled down on the nationwide vaccination of 22 million animals noting that the exercise will benefit farmers by reducing disease prevalence in line with global standards.
5:01 pm
President William Ruto mourns the passing of Esther Chebet Rugut, sister of the Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, eulogising her as a 'dedicated leader in her community, who leaves behind a legacy of women's empowerment, service, and strong family values.'
4:42 pm
Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA) begins construction of double weighing scales at the Busia border points in an effort to reduce wait time.
