Every year on July 7 (Saba Saba), Kenyans reflect on a date deeply etched in the nation’s political history. What began as the founding day of Kenya’s independence party has evolved into a symbol of democratic struggle and governance reforms. Saba Saba traces its origins to July 7, 1954, when the
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Deputy IG Eliud Lagat Cleared to Return to Work as Court Withholds Restrictions
[Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat] Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat is now free to resume his duties after a court application seeking to bar him from accessing his office or using National Police Service facilities was withdrawn on Wednesday. The application, linked to investigations into the death of blogger
Human Right Groups Sue Interior CS Murkomen Over Alleged Incitement of Police Violence
Three prominent human rights organizations have petitioned the High Court to take action against Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen over comments they claim encouraged police to use excessive force against protesters. The Katiba Institute, the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), and the Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) filed the case, accusing Murkomen
Robin “Gaucho” Ochieng Denies Involvement in Nairobi Protest Violence, Accuses Bloggers of Harassment
Robin Ochieng, popularly known as Gaucho, has publicly condemned social media users and bloggers for linking him to the violent attacks on protesters during the 17th June Nairobi demonstrations, where several individuals were seriously injured. In a heated statement, Gaucho dismissed the allegations as false, insisting that he was not
Githunguri MP Claims Former Politician Orchestrated Chaos, Calls for Police Action
Githunguri, Kenya Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba has accused a former politician from her constituency of hiring armed goons to disrupt a key infrastructure event in the area on Sunday. The MP alleged that the assailants were transported from an informal settlement in Nairobi to interfere with the commissioning
Raila Odinga Regrets Collapse of Adani’s Nairobi Airport Deal, Warns of Lost Opportunities
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has blamed political interference for the collapse of a deal that would have seen India’s Adani Group expand and manage Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), warning that Kenya risks losing its competitive edge to neighboring countries. Speaking at the Third National Executive Retreat
President Ruto Calls on Kenyans to Learn Foreign Languages for Global Competitiveness
President William Ruto has announced a new push to promote multilingualism as a national priority, urging Kenyans to learn foreign languages such as German, French, Chinese, and Spanish to enhance their global competitiveness. Speaking on Thursday during the opening of the Third National Executive Retreat in Kajiado, President Ruto revealed that
President Ruto Condenms Death of Ojwang, Orders Investigations.
Kenyan President William Ruto has strongly condemned the death of 31-year-old Albert Ojwang while in police custody, describing the incident as “heartbreaking and unacceptable.” He called for a swift and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ojwang’s death, which has sparked nationwide outrage. Ojwang, a blogger known for his
Homa Bay County makes History on June 1, 2025, as it hosts Madaraka Day celebrations for the first time
Fred Matiang’i Begins Countrywide Tours Ahead of 2027 Presidential Bid
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang'i has officially launched his nationwide grassroot tours as he positions himself for a potential presidential run in the 2027 General Election. Matiang'i, who served in President Uhuru Kenyatta's administration, is reportedly eyeing the Jubilee Party ticket to challenge President William Ruto in the next