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Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 2:27 pm by Frankline Oduor

Kenya Now Among Top 10 IMF Borrowers Globally

IMF's latest loan book points to Kenya's greater reliance on external financing to meet budgetary needs and implement economic reforms.

A photo of Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo speaking during a function on February 20, 2020.

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 1:46 pm by Hassan Lewa

Millie Odhiambo Defends Beryl Odinga's Burial Plan Against Cultural Critics

The MP claims that the cultural critics of Beryl Odinga's burial plan have also not embraced the Luo culture in totality.

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 12:41 pm by Rene Otinga

Kenyans.co.ke Weekly Quiz: 10 Questions to Test Your News Knowledge

The news can feel overwhelming sometimes. Take this quick quiz to see how well you followed the biggest stories of the week.

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 12:36 pm by Timothy Cerullo

Internet Outage Hits Canva, LinkedIn, Other Sites as Cloudflare Goes Down Again

The web-infrastructure company clarified that it was investigating issues with its dashboard and related Application Programming Interfaces (APIs).

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 12:06 pm by Timothy Cerullo

UK, Germany, 15 Other European Powers Impose New Demands on Suluhu

According to the European countries, credible reports from domestic and international organisations showed evidence of extrajudicial killings and concealed bodies.

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 10:41 am by Antony Waweru

How Police Recovered Gun in Mob Incident That Left One Dead

According to the police, the recovered gun had been reported missing in Thika, and preliminary findings suggest that it may have been used for other criminal activities.

An image of IG Kanja with senior officials at the 7th Annual Commemorative Service for fallen heroes of the NPS and KPS on Thursday, December 4,2025.

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 10:12 am by Viona Wanjiru

Govt to Support Families of Fallen Officers, IG Kanja Assures

The IG also affirmed the commitment to advancing the Police Veterans and Fallen Heroes Bill which aims to formally recognise retired officers.

Journalists at Mtihani House during the release of KCPE results on November 18, 2019.

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 9:50 am by Timothy Cerullo

Senior Journalist Breaks Silence After Being Fired While Battling Cancer

He noted that despite making his plea, he claimed that the company insisted on his termination with severance payments offered in ten monthly instalments.

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 8:22 am by Timothy Cerullo

Wetangula Compelled to Issue Update on Kenya Kwanza MP's Health Amid Death Rumours

The MP who serves in the Departmental Committee on Agriculture has been absent from parliament for some time now, prompting concerns from Kenyans.

President William Ruto (left) witnessing the siging of Ksh200 billion health deal between Kenya and the United States on Thursday, December 4, 2025.

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 - 7:14 am by Timothy Cerullo

Govt Addresses Data Breach Claims in Latest Ksh 200B Kenya-US Health Deal

This comes hours after Ruto witnessed the signing of a health agreement, which will see the U.S. govt invest Ksh200 billion in Kenya’s health system.

President William Ruto(Left) alongside U.S Secretary of State Marc Rubio during an agreement signing on Thursday, December 4

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 8:20 pm by Ken Muthomi

Ruto Seals Ksh200 Billion Deal with U.S. for SHA, Health Reforms

Under the new partnership, Donald Trump's administration will commit $1.6 billion (Ksh207 billion) to Kenya over the next five years.

The National Assembly, during the National Land Commission (Amendment) Bill sitting in 2023

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 7:36 pm by Ken Muthomi

MPs Uncover Ksh1 Billion Unsupported Expenditure at Govt Company

The members of parliament specifically grilled the company's management on Ksh1 billion of unsupported expenditure under a govt subsidy program.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 6:02 pm by Rene Otinga

U.S. Threatens to Cut Diplomatic Ties with Tanzania

Tanzania has been under intense scrutiny from the international community since its October election with U.S. now issuing warning regarding state of their relationship.

Residents and traders go about their business in Eastleigh, Nairobi.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 5:26 pm by Rene Otinga

Only 2 out of 10 Kenyans are Financially Comfortable - Report

The findings followed an evaluation of households across three key dimensions, including the ability to manage daily needs, coping with financial shocks and investing.

A police officer chases protesters away in a past incident

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 5:21 pm by Timothy Cerullo

Three Shot Dead in Relocation Chaos Over Kakamega's Ksh683 Billion Gold

According to a police report, most of the victims were goons reportedly hired by an influential individual to disrupt the public participation exercise.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 4:44 pm by Ken Muthomi

Why the Country Will Be Hotter for the Next Three Months - Kenya Met

The weatherman also encouraged people to save water and monitor water storage facilities, to ensure they are prepared for a probable shortage.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 4:36 pm by Frankline Oduor

Govt Makes Changes to Senior Police Leadership

The changes have also seen former Nairobi Regional Police Commander Adamson Bungei moved to Kenya National Focal Point on Small Arms and Light Weapons as director.

UDA Mbeere North Candidate, Leonard Wamuthende casting his vote at Siakago Social Hall, November 27, 2025.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 4:33 pm by Timothy Cerullo

UDA Suffers Setback as Wa Muthende's Mbeere North Win Challenged

Wa Muthende received 15,802 votes, against the Democratic Party's Newton Kariuki, popularly known as Karish, who garnered 15,308 in the mini-polls.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 4:03 pm by Frankline Oduor

Court Deals Yet Another Blow to Ruto's Presidential Proclamation

The appointments were gazetted in August with the President directing the team be led by his advisor on Constitutional Affairs and Human Rights.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 4:03 pm by Reginald Mosagwe

Activists in Nandi County Expose Hidden Surge in Male GBV Cases

The activists noted that although GBV against men is increasing, most cases remain hidden because the local cultural environment discourages men from speaking out.

Senator Boni Khalwale in a campaign rally

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 3:54 pm by Timothy Cerullo

Khalwale Breaks Silence Days After Ouster as Majority Whip

He also criticised Ruto for allegedly undermining the Western region, and expressed his disbelief at being constantly reprimanded by the president for speaking his mind.

Media Council of Kenya CEO David Omwoyo (Second from the Left) with members of the council during a press briefing in Nairobi.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 3:07 pm by Joseph Ogungo

MCK Condemns Gachagua's Attack on Stephen Letoo

MCK noted that such attacks are concerning as the country nears the 2027 general elections, a period where media security is crucial.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 2:50 pm by Margaret Mwihaki

Court Holds Foreign Suspects in Kenya's Biggest Narcotic Case

The suspects faced charges under Section 4(a)(ii) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Control) Act, 1994, for trafficking synthetic narcotics.

An image of Bill Gates with the Gates Foundation leaders at a past event in Seattle, USA

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 2:41 pm by Viona Wanjiru

Gates Foundation Issues Warning on Rising Child Deaths

In 2024, 4.6 million children under five died worldwide, and the report projects this number will increase by more than 200,000 in 2025, reaching around 4.8 million.

Candidates from St Anne's Girls High School, Lioki, in Kiambu County sit for KCSE papers on November 6, 2023.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 2:09 pm by Timothy Cerullo

How to Check Your Child's KJSEA School Selection

The exams done between October 27 and November 3 are expected to serve as a test of a student's preparedness to transition into senior secondary schools.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 2:05 pm by Ken Muthomi

UDA Announces Fresh Grassroots Elections in 20 Counties

Aspirants interested in party positions in these areas have been encouraged to register through the party's portal this month, ahead of the hotly contested nominations.

Deputy President Kithure KIndiki in a Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) graduation ceremony

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 1:28 pm by Antony Waweru

KMTC Students to Get HELB Financial Support, Kindiki Pledges

The DP promised to ensure that KMTC students get financial support from the government through the Higher Education Loans Board.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 1:21 pm by Hassan Lewa

Gachagua Rewards By-Election Losers

Gachagua has rewarded the candidates for what he termed, ''representing the party ideals with courage during the by-elections''.

A photo Collage of the NIS Director Noordin Haji and Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 1:09 pm by Ken Muthomi

Wetang'ula, Nordin Haji Among Advocates Recommended for Senior Council Rank

The names of the advocates will be submitted to Chief Justice Martha Koome, who will then forward them to President William Ruto for official conferment.

A collage of Meta, Mange Kimambi, and Maria Sarungi

Two Tanzanian activists on Thursday, December 4, 2025, claimed that social media giant Meta has restricted or entirely banned their accounts, accusing the company of aiding the government’s crackdown on dissent following a violent election.

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 - 1:04 pm by Kenyans.co.ke Writer

Meta Bans Tanzania Activists Accounts, Government Allegedly Liable

The activists claim the bans came after pressure from the Tanzanian government.

Kenya Now Among Top 10 IMF Borrowers Globally​​

Millie Odhiambo Defends Beryl Odinga's Burial Plan Against Cultural Critics​​

Kenyans.co.ke Weekly Quiz: 10 Questions to Test Your News Knowledge​​

Internet Outage Hits Canva, LinkedIn, Other Sites as Cloudflare Goes Down Again​​

UK, Germany, 15 Other European Powers Impose New Demands on Suluhu ​​

How Police Recovered Gun in Mob Incident That Left One Dead​​

Govt to Support Families of Fallen Officers, IG Kanja Assures ​​

Senior Journalist Breaks Silence After Being Fired While Battling Cancer​​

Wetangula Compelled to Issue Update on Kenya Kwanza MP's Health Amid Death Rumours​​

Govt Addresses Data Breach Claims in Latest Ksh 200B Kenya-US Health Deal​​

Ruto Seals Ksh200 Billion Deal with U.S. for SHA, Health Reforms​​

MPs Uncover Ksh1 Billion Unsupported Expenditure at Govt Company​​

U.S. Threatens to Cut Diplomatic Ties with Tanzania ​​

Only 2 out of 10 Kenyans are Financially Comfortable - Report​​

Three Shot Dead in Relocation Chaos Over Kakamega's Ksh683 Billion Gold​​

Why the Country Will Be Hotter for the Next Three Months - Kenya Met​​

Govt Makes Changes to Senior Police Leadership ​​

UDA Suffers Setback as Wa Muthende's Mbeere North Win Challenged​​

Court Deals Yet Another Blow to Ruto's Presidential Proclamation​​

Activists in Nandi County Expose Hidden Surge in Male GBV Cases​​

Khalwale Breaks Silence Days After Ouster as Majority Whip​​

MCK Condemns Gachagua's Attack on Stephen Letoo​​

Court Holds Foreign Suspects in Kenya's Biggest Narcotic Case ​​

Gates Foundation Issues Warning on Rising Child Deaths ​​

How to Check Your Child's KJSEA School Selection​​

UDA Announces Fresh Grassroots Elections in 20 Counties​​

KMTC Students to Get HELB Financial Support, Kindiki Pledges​​

Gachagua Rewards By-Election Losers ​​

Wetang'ula, Nordin Haji Among Advocates Recommended for Senior Council Rank​​

Meta Bans Tanzania Activists Accounts, Government Allegedly Liable​​