EALA MP Kanini Kega has confirmed the passing of his mother, Mama Ann Nyatoro Ndung’u, on Friday, May 8, 2026. Kega shared the news with deep sorrow, expressing, “I am devastated and heartbroken. It is well with my soul, yet it is difficult to accept that my mother has found
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Kenya, US Strengthen Partnership on Disease Surveillance and Health Security
The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Kenya’s healthcare sector through increased investments in disease surveillance, HIV treatment, malaria control, and emergency response systems. Speaking during the inaugural Kenya Health Security Convention held in Mombasa on Tuesday, Dr Naomi Lucchi, the Acting Program Director for the CDC Kenya Division
The Enigma of Dr. Roselyn Akombe: A Global Peacebuilder’s Journey to the Polygamous Heartland
In the rarefied corridors of the United Nations headquarters in New York, Dr. Roselyn Akombe is a force of nature. She holds a doctorate from Rutgers, commands multi-million dollar peacebuilding strategies, and advises nations on conflict resolution. At 47, she is a former Kenyan election commissioner who stared down institutional
‘We Are Not Children’: Kenyan Youth Leaders Erupt Over Tanzanian President’s ‘Mkwaju’ Remarks
NAIROBI, Kenya – A simmering generational divide exploded into a fiery cross-border debate this week after Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan allegedly suggested to Kenyan President William Ruto that unruly youth should be beaten with a mkwaju (a traditional cane or whip). The proposal, made during a closed-door conversation that
High Court Retains Dr Gikonyo Affidavit in Gachagua Illness Case
The High Court has denied the Senate's request to dismiss Dr. Daniel Gikonyo’s affidavit, which details former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s illness on October 17, 2024.In his affidavit, sworn on April 28, 2026, Gikonyo states that Gachagua was admitted to Karen Hospital that day at 3 PM, coinciding with his
Uhuru Kenyatta Retirement Benefits: What the Law Says
Upon leaving office, former President Uhuru Kenyatta entered a legal framework aimed at upholding the dignity of the presidency beyond his tenure. His retirement benefits are not merely a matter of executive generosity; they are enshrined in the Presidential Retirement Benefits Act, which establishes these privileges as enforceable rights.Under this
Kenya Launches World Agriculture Forum Council to Boost Agri-Tech
Kenya has inaugurated the World Agriculture Forum (WAF) Country Council to expedite the transformation of its agricultural sector. This initiative aims to enhance productivity, bolster climate resilience, and connect global innovations with local farming practices.The council's establishment represents a pivotal step in positioning Kenya as a leader in agricultural innovation
“Let Ruto Do His Job”: Government Spokesman Mwaura Tells Uhuru
Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura has urged former President Uhuru Kenyatta to give President William Ruto space to lead, saying retired heads of state should step back and allow those in office to execute their mandate without interference. Mwaura emphasized the need for peace and unity, noting that while former leaders play
Matiang’i, Jubilee Party Defend Uhuru’s Political Activities, Scoff at Threats to Withdraw Retirement Benefits
Presidential aspirant Fred Matiang'i has mounted a fierce defense of retired President Uhuru Kenyatta against sustained attacks from leaders allied to the William Ruto administration, dismissing threats to withdraw Uhuru's retirement benefits as baseless and petty. Matiang'i accused government leaders of lowering the bar of public discourse and diverting attention from
Ruto Heads to Tanzania for Key State Visit, Bilateral Talks, and Historic Parliament Address
President William Ruto is set to depart the country on Monday, May 4, 2026, for a two-day state visit to Tanzania, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two neighbouring East African nations. During the visit, Ruto will hold a one-on-one meeting with his host, President Samia Suluhu