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

Heavy Rains Destroy Farms, Displace Families Across Kenya

Heavy rains across the country have devastated farms, resulted in livestock deaths, and displaced hundreds of people. The flooding has heightened concerns about food production for the current planting season. The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) reports that at least 381 households have suffered, with approximately 56 hectares of farmland

Kamiti Squatters Demand Settlement on 400 Acres After 30 Years

Over 2,000 squatters in Kiambu County's Kamiti area have urged the government to expedite their settlement on 400 acres of land they claim was allocated to them over 30 years ago.Representing the Kamiti Forest Squatters Association, residents assert that the late President Daniel Moi allocated the land in 1994, yet

Safaricom Ziidi Investment Platform Wins Global Innovation Award

Safaricom Ziidi Investment Platform Wins Global Innovation Award

Safaricom has received global recognition after its Ziidi Money Market Fund platform won a major innovation award during the 2026 Mobile World Congress held in Barcelona. The digital investment platform was honoured with the Best Fintech and Digital Commerce Innovation Award at the prestigious Global Mobile Awards. The award celebrates solutions