Motorists in Kenya will face higher fuel prices as the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced significant increases for the May–June pricing cycle.On May 14, 2026, EPRA reported a Ksh16.65 per litre rise for Super Petrol and a Ksh46.29 per litre increase for diesel, while kerosene prices will remain
Author: Chris Omondi
Hidden Costs of Free Education in Kenya Exposed
Kenya's commitment to free primary education has long been viewed as a significant achievement in social progress. However, this policy masks a troubling reality: families are increasingly funding the survival of public schools.The Usawa Agenda report 2026 highlights the financial burden on households, showing that "free education" often comes with
Police Probe Multiple Fatal Incidents Across Six Counties
Authorities are investigating a series of violent deaths and fatal incidents across several counties, including Kiambu, Migori, Kirinyaga, Kilifi, Meru, and Siaya.In Juja, Kiambu County, police arrested a couple on Wednesday after they reported the death of their three-year-old son. Officers stated that the boy was taken to a local
Gachagua Praises DCP’s Vincent Rotich After Emurua Dikirr Loss
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua praised Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) candidate Vincent Rotich for his strong performance in the Emurua Dikirr by-election, highlighting its significant impact on political dynamics in the South Rift region.In a statement on his social media on May 15, 2026, Gachagua congratulated Rotich for securing
PIC Probes PPCK Over Audit Irregularities and KSh1.3B Loss
The Public Investments Committee on Social Services, Administration, and Agriculture (PIC-SSA) has engaged officials from the Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya (PPCK) regarding audit discrepancies, outstanding statutory payments, and financial management issues highlighted in reports from 2013 to 2025.During the session, the Committee addressed various financial and operational challenges facing
UDA’s David Keter Wins Emurua Dikirr MP By-Election
David Kipsang Keter, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate, has won the Emurua Dikirr parliamentary by-election, receiving 18,266 votes in the competitive May 14 election. Caleb Gekonde, the IEBC Returning Officer for the Emurua Dikirr Constituency in Narok County, announced Keter's victory over Democratic Congress Party (DCP) candidate Vincent Kibet
Macron Announces Paris Conference to Boost African Union Peace Fund
Paste President Emmanuel Macron announced that a conference on financing the African Union's peace efforts will take place in Paris by the end of this year during his visit to Ethiopia.This week, Macron is on a five-day tour of Africa, which includes a two-day economic summit in Nairobi, Kenya.On Wednesday,
Emurua Dikirr By-Election: Voters Turn Up to Vote in Their Mp
Today marks a significant day for the Emurua Dikirr constituency as 44,353 registered voters head to the polls to elect a new Member of Parliament in a highly anticipated by-election.The seat became vacant following the tragic death of former MP Johana Ngeno in a helicopter crash in Chepkiep village, Mosop
Finance Bill 2026 Sparks Fresh Gen Z Protest Fears
President William Ruto faces the potential for a new wave of protests from Gen Z in response to the recently introduced Finance Bill 2026. This sweeping tax proposal has drawn criticism for potentially resurrecting the economic hardships that ignited nationwide demonstrations two years ago.The National Assembly Finance Committee, led by
NEMA Arrests 13 Kitui Facility Owners Over Missing Licenses
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has apprehended 13 individuals operating facilities in Kitui County without the necessary environmental licenses. In a statement released on their X handle on Thursday, May 14, 2026, NEMA explained that these arrests followed a series of environmental inspections conducted across various hotels, hospitals, and