Kenya woke to the news that Raila Amolo Odinga opposition titan, former Prime Minister, and a defining figure of post-independence politics died while in India, aged 80. Multiple international and Kenyan outlets report that he suffered a cardiac arrest while receiving treatment in Kerala and was pronounced dead in hospital. Raila was more than a…
What to Negotiate: Salary and Benefits in Tech Jobs Landing a tech job is exciting, but once the offer arrives, there’s a crucial step many overlook — negotiation. Whether you’re a software engineer, designer, or data analyst, understanding what to negotiate and how to do it confidently can make a major difference in your career…
Visa-Free Access to Senegal: Ruto, Faye Sign Landmark Bilateral Agreements Kenya and Senegal have taken a major step toward strengthening their diplomatic and economic ties with the signing of several bilateral agreements, including a landmark deal granting visa-free access between the two countries. The agreements were signed during President William Ruto’s official visit to Dakar,…
Huduma Kenya has clarified that the replacement of lost or damaged national identification cards is not yet free, despite an earlier announcement by President William Ruto. The agency stated that the fee waiver is yet to be officially implemented. Background Earlier in October, President Ruto announced that Kenyans would no longer be charged for obtaining…
Authorities in Baringo County have confirmed the surrender of four illegal rifles to the police, marking a significant step in efforts to curb the proliferation of firearms in the region. The handover comes as part of ongoing campaigns aimed at encouraging citizens to voluntarily give up illegal weapons to promote peace and security. The rifles…
The United States Vice President, J.D. Vance, is expected to visit Kenya at the end of November 2025 in what is being seen as a major diplomatic engagement between Washington and Nairobi. The trip is part of his broader African tour, following his attendance at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in South Africa. Visit Overview Vance’s…
The by-election in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, was marred by violence on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Early in the morning, a 4×4 vehicle belonging to Eugene Wamalwa, leader of the Democratic Action Party Kenya (DAP-K), was set on fire in Manyonje, Butali Ward. Eyewitnesses said attackers arrived in a convoy of more than 10 vehicles,…
In a major victory against international drug trafficking, the Kenya Navy successfully intercepted a vessel carrying an enormous cache of illegal narcotics off the Kenyan coast. The operation led to the arrest of six Iranian nationals, and authorities estimate the seized drugs are worth a staggering Ksh. 8.2 billion. According to officials, the vessel had…
A shocking and tragic incident has occurred in Konoin, Bomet County, where a mother has been arrested for allegedly beating her 9-year-old daughter to death and injuring her 13-year-old son. The children were reportedly punished for allegedly stealing fruits from a neighbor’s garden. The incident has left the local community in shock and raised serious…
A quiet evening in Laare Town turned into a scene of fear and urgency on December 1, 2025, after a young woman was attacked during a traditional circumcision procession. What began as a cultural gathering quickly shifted into a crime that has shaken residents across Igembe North. According to police reports, a distress call reached…