Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo has clarified that his county is not connected to the discovery of 33 bodies, stating they only sent 13 bodies to Kericho for burial and are unaware of the origins of the remaining 20.In a press conference on Sunday, March 29, the governor addressed the Kericho
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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
Otile Brown Reacts To Vera’s New Relationship Rumours
Kenyan singer Otile Brown has stirred fresh online drama after appearing to respond to reports that his former partner Vera Sidika is dating a younger musician. The situation has quickly gained attention across social media, drawing mixed reactions from fans. The speculation began after Vera was spotted spending time with rising
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
River Miriu Floods Displace Hundreds in Kisumu and Homa Bay
Recent floods in Kisumu and Homa Bay counties have displaced hundreds of families and impacted thousands more after River Miriu overflowed its banks due to prolonged heavy rains. The deluge has wreaked havoc, demolishing homes, submerging agricultural land, and isolating key roadways, leaving residents in precarious situations. The Kenya Meteorological
Albert Maloba Receives HE For SHE of the Year 2026/2027 Award, Aims to Accelerate Gender Equality Movement
In a ceremony marking International Women’s Day, Albert Maloba received the HE For SHE of the Year 2026/2027 award at the Jamhuri Leadership Awards, a recognition he accepted with humility and a pledge to advance the rights and empowerment of women and girls. While addressing the audience, Mr. Maloba highlighted the
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
Indonesia to Ban Social Media Access for Children Under 16
Indonesia plans to ban social media and popular online platforms for children under 16, joining a growing list of countries seeking to protect youth from online dangers. Communications and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid announced that accounts for minors on "high-risk" platforms will deactivate starting March 28. This initiative targets