Detectives in Kakamega are probing a suspected murder-suicide involving two university students found dead in a Maraba residence. The victims, students at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), were discovered in the same house, shocking the local community.Initial investigations suggest one student may have fatally stabbed the other
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First WRC Rally Cars Arrive Ahead Safari Rally
The first batch of rally cars for the upcoming Safari Rally Kenya has arrived in the country, marking the start of preparations for one of the most anticipated motorsport events in the global rally calendar. The high-performance vehicles touched down at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport early Tuesday morning before being
Women Empowerment Not War Against Men, Expert Says
The conversation on gender equality in Kenya continues to evolve as leaders and advocates emphasise that empowering women does not mean sidelining men but rather building a fairer society for everyone. Discussions around women’s rights gained global attention more than a century ago when International Women’s Day was first marked in
Deadly Nairobi Floods Renew Calls for Long-Term Solutions
Severe flooding in Nairobi has once again raised urgent questions about the city’s long-standing drainage problems after dozens of people lost their lives following heavy rainfall earlier this month. According to the Kenya Meteorological Department, the country had already received warnings about saturated soils and the likelihood of floods as
Barcelona Snatch Late 1-1 Draw Against Newcastle
Newcastle United came close to a significant victory over Barcelona at St James' Park, with the home crowd urging referee Marco Guida to blow the final whistle. However, a last-minute penalty awarded to Barcelona in the 95th minute changed the outcome.Lamine Yamal confidently converted the penalty, leaving Newcastle head coach
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
DCI Arrests Gang Linked to Violent Robberies in Migori
Sluthes from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI) have apprehended a gang responsible for a series of robberies in Migori County. In a statement released on March 10, 2026, the DCI highlighted the terror this gang inflicted on unsuspecting residents through violent robberies. "For months, fear has gripped parts of
Aga Khan Fund to Sell Nation Media Group Stake to Rostam Azizi
The Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development (AKFED) will sell its entire stake in NPRT Holdings Africa Limited, the majority shareholder of Nation Media Group (NMG), ending a 66-year partnership with one of East Africa's leading media organizations.On March 10, 2026, AKFED announced it had agreed to transfer its 100%
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
UDA–ODM Extend NADCO Oversight Committee Mandate by 60 Days
The Joint Parliamentary Group of the United Democratic Alliance and the Orange Democratic Movement has decided to extend the mandate of the 10-point NADCO Oversight Committee by 60 days. In a statement released on Tuesday, ODM explained that this extension will allow the committee to address outstanding issues related to