Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has proposed changing the name of Uasin Gishu County to Eldoret County, saying the current name often confuses people, especially those who live outside the region. Governor Bii explained that most people, both Kenyans and foreigners, know the area by the name of its largest city, Eldoret. He believes that…
Cameroon’s long-serving President Paul Biya, aged 92, has officially secured his eighth consecutive term in office, extending his already record-breaking rule over the Central African nation. The Constitutional Council announced that Biya won 53.7% of the vote in the October 12, 2025, election, defeating his closest rival, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, who obtained 35.2%. The announcement…
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…
Focus on Accountability and Leadership Kiogora’s statement comes amid growing discussions about accountability and citizen participation in governance. While many people feel frustrated when leaders fail to deliver, he emphasized that the responsibility to perform lies with the elected officials, not the public. He said that public oversight is important, but it should not become…
Dennis Onyango, longtime aide to the late Raila Odinga, has opened up about the final instructions the veteran politician left him, revealing a glimpse into Raila’s thoughts in his last months. According to Onyango, the instructions focused less on politics and more on preserving Raila’s legacy through documentation and reflection. Tying Up Loose Ends Onyango…
What began as a quiet voting day in Kanyuambora Ward exploded into chaos when furious residents reportedly chased away Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku from Kanyuambora Primary School. The by-election had already put the community on edge but the moment Ruku appeared at the polling centre, the atmosphere changed instantly. Witnesses say tension swept…
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…
Thousands of young Kenyans from across the country gathered at the Njukiri Showground in Embu on Sunday to show solidarity for Mama Gift, a single mother from Gathoge whose devotion to her ailing son, Baby Gift, has captured hearts across social media. The emotional event brought together communities, youth groups, and well-wishers who wanted to…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) celebrated a historic milestone as party members gathered in Mombasa for the ODM Founders’ Dinner to mark the party’s 20th anniversary. The highlight of the evening was a symbolic cake-cutting ceremony held in honour of the late Raila Amolo Odinga, the party’s founding leader and one of Kenya’s most influential…
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…