The government is overhauling the national identity card system to enable new applicants to receive their ID cards within a single day. This initiative aims to improve public service efficiency, reduce bureaucratic delays, and grant citizens quicker access to vital identification documents.During a press briefing on April 3, 2026, Immigration
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Gachagua Condemns Gikomba Market Demolitions as Inhumane
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has strongly criticized the late-night demolition at Gikomba Market, labeling the operation as inhumane and a direct assault on small-scale traders.During a press conference on March 31, 2026, in Makueni, Gachagua accused the government of conducting these demolitions under the cover of darkness, claiming that
Nyamira Governor Denies Link to Kericho Mass Grave of 33 Bodies
Ruto Announces Third Phase Salary Increase for Kenya Prisons Officers from July 2026
Kenya Prison Service officers will receive the third phase of the salary increment on 1st July, 2026, President Ruto William Ruto has said.The President said the first and second phases of the salary review, in line with the recommendations of the Maraga Taskforce Report, have already been implemented.He pointed out
Communications Authority Mandates USB Type-C for All Phones Sold in Kenya
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has introduced new technical specifications for mobile phones and communication devices, mandating that all devices sold in the country be equipped with USB Type-C chargers.Manufacturers must adhere to these specifications to improve consumer safety and ensure network reliability. The guidelines address crucial aspects such
Floods Claim 88 Lives, Thousands Displaced as Heavy Rains Persist
The ongoing floods triggered by heavy rains across the country have resulted in a tragic death toll of 88 individuals. In an update released via X on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, the National Police Service (NPS) highlighted the plight of thousands of displaced families and the extensive damage to critical
Elon Musk Found Liable for Misleading Tweets in Twitter Deal Case
A jury has determined that Elon Musk misled the public during a critical phase of his 2022 Twitter acquisition. After two days of deliberation, this unanimous verdict emerged from a San Francisco federal court, where a group of Twitter investors argued they relied on Musk's statements.During his testimony, Musk maintained
4 Dead in Shauri Moyo Building Collapse During Nairobi River Demolition
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has confirmed the tragic loss of four lives following a building collapse in Blue Estate, Shauri Moyo, Kamukunji Sub-County, on Monday, March 16, 2026.In a recent update shared on X, the ministry reported that the collapse occurred during an attempted demolition along the
Willis Otieno Raises Alarm Over Property Rights in Tuju Land Dispute
Lawyer Willis Evans Otieno has expressed serious concerns regarding property rights and access to justice in Kenya, particularly in light of the recent situation involving former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju.In a post on his official X account during the early hours of March 16, 2026, Otieno emphasized that Tuju's predicament
Bahati Offers New DNA Test After Woman Rejects Results
A woman claiming to be the biological mother of Kenyan musician Bahati has vehemently rejected recent DNA test results, breaking down in tears in a viral video where she insists the outcome was manipulated.In the widely circulated clip, she alleges that the DNA results were “cooked” and accuses Bahati of