The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has pledged to compensate Kenya for damages sustained at its embassy in Kinshasa, which was attacked and looted by locals on Tuesday amid escalating tensions as M23 rebels advance toward the capital. In a statement released on the same day, Prime Cabinet Secretary and
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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio Praises Kenya’s Leadership in Regional and Global Peace Efforts
During a recent high-level diplomatic engagement, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation with Kenyan President William Ruto, reaffirming the strong bilateral ties between the United States and Kenya. The discussion highlighted Kenya’s pivotal role in addressing global and regional security challenges, particularly its leadership in the
Gachagua Accuses Ruto of Targeting Chief Justice Martha Koome ahead of 2027 polls
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has raised serious allegations regarding a purported scheme to remove Chief Justice Martha Koome from her position. Speaking to congregants at the Meru PCEA Church on Sunday, January 26, Gachagua asserted that the current administration, led by President William Ruto, is orchestrating an elaborate plan
Ruto appoints new IEBC selection panel amid calls for electoral reforms
President William Ruto has unveiled a new selection panel tasked with recruiting nominees for the positions of Chairperson and Members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). The newly appointed panel members include Prof. Adams Oloo, Dr. Nelson Makanda, Fatuma Saman, Amb. Koki Muli, Evans Misati, Nicodemus Bore Kipchirchir,
Raila Wins big ahead of High-Level Retreat on AU Reforms in Nairobi
Raila Odinga. Nairobi is set to welcome several Heads of State today for a pivotal high-level retreat focusing on institutional reforms within the African Union (AU). President William Ruto will lead this crucial meeting aimed at discussing strategies for enhancing the AU's functionality. Among the dignitaries expected to arrive are Ethiopia’s President
President Ruto urges leaders to guide Youth towards opportunities, not violence
President William Ruto has called on political leaders to refrain from inciting violence among the youth and instead focus on creating better opportunities for them. Speaking at a church service in Bungoma County on Sunday, Ruto emphasized that leaders who encourage young Kenyans to engage in chaos are hindering the
Uhuru urges Gen Zs to fight for their rights
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged youthful movement, known for its abrasive criticism of Ruto-led government, Gen Zs, to fight for their rights.The former President, who was captured in a video doing rounds on social media, was addressing a meeting at an unknown location when he said that Gen
Kenyans celebrate Raila Odinga’s 80th Birthday with heartfelt messages
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is marking a significant milestone today, January 7, as he celebrates his 80th birthday. Born in Maseno on this day in 1945 to the late Jaramogi Oginga Odinga and Mary Juma Odinga, Raila’s birthday has been met with an outpouring of goodwill and congratulations from supporters,
UK delivers digitized archives to Kenya shedding light on Colonial history
The British government has officially handed over a significant collection of digitized archives to Kenya, which includes crucial documents from the era of British colonial rule. This extensive archive, featuring materials related to the Mau Mau insurgency and key figures such as the late Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, was presented by
President William Ruto has signed seven parliamentary Bills
President William Ruto has signed seven parliamentary Bills that seek to accelerate the implementation of the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. They are Kenya Revenue Authority (Amendment) Bill 2024, the Kenya Roads (Amendment) Bill 2024, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (Amendment) Bill 2024 and the Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Bill 2023. Other bills are