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NZAU: Boda Boda and the overthrow of Kenya’s reasonable man
In the common law jurisdiction, the Londoner on the Clapham omnibus is the hypothetical “reasonable man” who is deployed in the law of torts as the prototype of an average, normal person. Another variation of this “reasonable man” is “the man who...

No longer at ease: It's time to fix Kenya's broken security
Kenya today is walking a dangerous path. When bodies are being discovered in unusual places – even in a stadium under construction – and when prominent personalities, including Members of Parliament, lawyers, can be shot and lose their lives, then...

Maraga to Kenyans: I will not steal from you
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has told Kenyans that if elected President in 2027 elections, he will maintain integrity and avoid any conflict of interest. In a social media post on Wednesday, Maraga said he would not allow his family or...

Kenya unveils 10-year strategy to advance ecosystem restoration, agroforestry development
NAIROBI, Kenya, Sept 17 – Kenya has rolled-out two landmark initiatives aimed at accelerating ecosystem restoration and promoting agroforestry as part of its climate resilience and sustainable land management agenda. The National Agroforestry...

News: We’re Loud Africa Announces Lineup & Twenty One Children To Release First 7″ Vinyl Slovenly Recordings
“Help PETE bring DEATH to Kenya, with Satan’s chosen ones…. Puhleeeeze… Beeetle Juuice is gonna be there, with a two-headed flying zebra with a black mamba monkey chicken hawk.” (Buddah Khan) Well, that cryptic request from King Khan has...

SAKAJA exposes cross-border cartels trafficking children to work as street vendors in Nairobi CBD
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 - Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has sounded the alarm over organized cartels allegedly trafficking children into forced street vending within the city’s Central Business District (CBD). Speaking during a radio...

Specials | Sep 17, 2025 | 20 min read LS Salon Academy Expands Global Reach, Redefining Excellence in Beauty Education and Services
Others Specials New Delhi [India], September 17: LS Salon Academy, a leading name in the beauty and wellness industry, continues to set new benchmarks with its premium salon services and professional training programs. Founded by industry veterans...

Tim Wanyonyi gets major boost as Anglican Church leaders endorse his Bungoma gubernatorial bid
On Wednesday, September 17, the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) leadership in Bungoma declared its support for Timothy Wanyonyi Led by George Mechumo, Bishop of the ACK Diocese of Bungoma, the clergy explained why Wanyonyi is the best-suited...

Kenya: Fraud scandal robs millions of health care, pensions
For decades, Kenya's public pension and health insurance systems have promised workers security in retirement and protection during illness. But for many citizens, these promises have now turned into frustration and betrayal as the money they...

flydubai expands Kenya flights with new Nairobi, Mombasa services
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, has launched new direct flights to Nairobi International Airport (NBO) in Kenya starting 15 October 2025, operating four times a week from Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) to enhance connectivity...

Education CS installs new KU council, reaffirms commitment to sustainable higher education
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba Tuesday inaugurated newly appointed and reappointed council members at Kenyatta University, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening governance and sustainability in higher education...

Kenyan Prince clashes with traffic cop in heated exchange: "Mimi si rika yako"
Kenyan Prince faced a tense encounter with a traffic cop while inspecting one of his luxury sports cars During the altercation, he openly challenged the officer, delivering sharp words and demeaning comments that echoed a previous clash with...

Kenya Mourns Justice Fredrick Ochieng’, Reform-Minded Court of Appeal Judge
Court of Appeal judge Fredrick Ochieng’ has died. He is remembered as a fair-minded jurist, mediator, and Kenya’s legal fraternity is mourning the death of Justice Fredrick Ochieng’ Andago, a Court of Appeal judge widely respected for his...

It's contemptuous for IEBC to lump Kenyans abroad together with prisoners
Security officers keep vigil at Mvita tallying centre, Mombasa. [File, Standard] A recent gazette notice by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), has deeply unsettled Kenyans living abroad. The notice announced continuous...

‘Kenya will no longer export raw materials but finished products’ – Ruto
Kenya is still stuck in the colonial activity of exporting raw materials. This is soon changing as President William Ruto declared during the closing ceremony of the Kenya Industrialization Forum 2025 at Vipingo Ridge, Kilifi County. He said it is...

Kenya unveils WHO-accredited Polio Lab to boost disease surveillance
NAIROBI, Kenya Sept 17 – Kenya has unveiled a newly upgraded WHO-accredited polio laboratory at KEMRI, boosting its capacity to detect and respond to polio, measles, and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Equipped with advanced diagnostics and...

“First place belongs to God,” Kenyans urged to Seek Spiritual Joy over Earthly Comforts
The Catholic Archbishop encouraged the people of God to take up the Cross of Christ “even though it is heavy”, and to follow the God‘s commandments, adding, “It means we must deny ourselves the things that pass away today, clothes, food, drinks,...

When the Rains Vanish: From Kenya’s Savannah to Ghana’s Nako...
A YACC Ghana Documentary Feature Inspired by the Pulitzer Center and Community Voices of Nakori Opening In northern Kenya, a farmer stood over the body of his last cow and whispered: “The animals used to support us, but now we support them.” His...

Kenya among six Igad states where 42m face acute food insecurity
Panel discussion moderated by media personality Mark Masai to discuss the Igad Regional Focus of the 2025 Global Report on Food Crises, September 16, 2025. /IGAD Kenya is among six Igad countries facing one of the worst food crises in recent...

Kenya: Faithful gather to honour Cardinal Otunga on his 22nd Anniversary
Hundreds of the Catholic faithful recently converged, at the Resurrection Garden in Karen to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the death of Servant of God Maurice Michael Cardinal Otunga, Kenya’s first Cardinal. Rose Achiego Ande – Nairobi. The...