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Heavy overnight rains that pounded the capital on Friday, March 6, triggered widespread Nairobi floods, submerging roads, flooding homes, and disrupting transport across several neighbourhoods. As the crisis unfolded, Johnson Sakaja, the governor of Nairobi, activated a countywide emergency response to assist …
Anger is rising in West Pokot after leaders accused the Kenya Defence Forces of violently assaulting chiefs and National Police Reservists during a meeting meant to address security concerns. Local officials claim soldiers attached to Operation Maliza Uhalifu stormed a meeting in …
Many Kenyans want to lose weight but struggle because gym memberships and strict diet plans can be expensive or difficult to maintain. Busy work schedules, family responsibilities, and limited budgets make the journey even harder. However, losing weight does not always require …
Business magnate Kiprono Kittony has been appointed chair of the Kenya Airways board, stepping into the role as an independent non‑executive director at a time when the national carrier is still navigating a fragile recovery and searching for a strategic investor. He …
The Jubilee Party has announced plans to hold parallel rallies across the country to promote its candidates ahead of the 2027 General Election. Party leaders argue that existing opposition platforms are skewed in favour of certain parties, leaving Jubilee aspirants with little …
Police have rescued 70 foreign nationals believed to be victims of a suspected human trafficking syndicate in Ruai, exposing what authorities say could be part of a wider smuggling network operating in Nairobi. The dramatic operation followed a tip-off from members of …
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has opened applications for nurses and midwives aiming to advance their professional careers. The Advanced Nursing Education Loan offers up to KSh 500,000 in funding for advanced and specialized nursing courses. Supported by the Johnson and …
Fresh political tension is building inside the Kisumu County Assembly as investigators from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission intensify a probe targeting senior county officials. The unfolding investigations have placed several top figures in the county government under scrutiny, raising new questions …
You know that sinking feeling when your phone screen goes black and stays black. Or that wave of panic when you delete a photo you can never retake. A birthday you will never relive. A late parent’s last picture. A child’s first …
Mobile money continues to shape how Kenyans send, receive, and store cash every day. From paying bills to sending money upcountry, digital transactions now drive daily life. Airtel Kenya runs Airtel Money, the second-largest mobile money service in the country after Mpesa. …
If you want to move money from your M-Pesa wallet to your bank, you need a method that works fast and without stress. Many people struggle with small mistakes that delay transactions or send money to the wrong account. This guide shows …
Kenyan politics rarely stays quiet for long, and the emergence of the “Linda Mwananchi” tours has once again injected fresh energy into the country’s political landscape. Led by a faction of opposition leaders, including Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Embakasi East MP …
