Education officials in Marsabit County have seized 17 mobile phones from students sitting for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations. The phones were discovered in Moyale and Saku constituencies during routine checks at various exam centers. According to the Marsabit County Director of Education, nine phones were found in Moyale and eight in…
Police in Kirinyaga County are investigating the mysterious disappearance of a KCSE candidate who went missing on the morning of his national exam. The Form Four student from St. Philips Day Mixed Secondary School was later found stranded in Makuyu, Murang’a County. The student, identified as Wycliffe Muthii, left his home early in the morning…
Education Cabinet Secretary (CS) Ogamba on Tuesday appeared before the Parliamentary Committee on Education to explain the government’s position on the ongoing lecturers’ strike that has paralyzed learning in public universities across the country. The session also brought together top officials from the University Academic Staff Union (UASU), the Kenya University Staff Union (KUSU), and…
Former United States Vice President Dick Cheney has died at the age of 84. He passed away on November 3, 2025, after a long battle with heart and lung problems. His family confirmed the news and described him as a loving husband, father, and grandfather who served his country with dedication. Early Life and Education…
Kenya’s political scene is entering a new phase as opposition parties prepare to unite ahead of crucial by-elections. The coalition consisting of Wiper, KANU, Jubilee, and several smaller parties is planning to field joint candidates in a bid to challenge President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza Alliance and Raila Odinga’s ODM party. The move comes amid…
Nairobi County Government has announced new land rates that will take effect in 2026, marking a major shift in how property owners within the capital will be taxed. The revised rates are part of a broader effort by the county administration to increase revenue collection and improve service delivery. According to the county authorities, the…
Kenya’s President William Ruto was notably absent from the swearing-in ceremony of Tanzania’s President-elect Samia Suluhu Hassan, opting instead to send Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as his representative. The event, which took place in Dodoma, drew dignitaries from across Africa, marking a significant moment in Tanzania’s political calendar. Diplomatic Representation While many regional leaders,…
As Deputy President Kithure Kindiki marks his first year in office, Members of Parliament, political leaders, and stakeholders have shared their reflections on his performance, praising his calm demeanor, self-assurance, and loyalty. A Year of Visible Leadership Since assuming office, DP Kindiki has been noted for his composed approach to governance and politics. Colleagues describe…
Renowned Mugithi star Samidoh marked his birthday in a memorable way at the Big Voice Fest Kenya concert held at the Kiambu Shooting Range on November 1. During the event, he received a heartfelt video message from his children currently staying in the US with their mother that left him visibly moved. A Surprise from Afar Midway through his…
A Zimbabwean musician, SyreWorld, has released a deeply personal track titled “Kenya”, inspired by his healing journey in Kenya after the untimely death of his mother. A Journey of Loss and Renewal SyreWorld revealed that in 2023 he lost his mother to cancer and was emotionally shattered. Seeking solace, he traveled to Kenya, initially planning…