Raila Odinga’s 2009 directive to reclaim the Mau Forest marked one of the most defining and politically costly decisions of his career, setting him apart as a leader willing to risk electoral support for environmental protection. The Mau Forest, East Africa’s largest indigenous montane forest, is a…

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has announced his bid for Kenya’s presidency, pledging to lead an uncompromising fight against corruption and restore public trust through transparency and accountability. Launching his campaign in Tana River County under the United Green Movement Party, Maraga…

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has dismissed as fake a gazette notice circulating online that falsely declares two candidates as winners in the forthcoming November by-elections. The commission stated that the document, which claims two United Democratic Alliance (UDA)…

The High Court in Kibera has directed the investigating officer in the murder case of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were to appear in person and provide a detailed list of items seized from the five accused individuals. Justice Diana Kavedza issued the order during a pre-trial session on Friday to…

President William Ruto is preparing to announce a major Cabinet reshuffle that is expected to bring Kanu chairman Gideon Moi into his administration as part of an expanded “broad-based government.” The anticipated changes follow the death of opposition leader Raila Odinga, whose partnership with…

Dr Richard Kubo, Executive Chairman of Twinstar Aviation, has paid tribute to the late Raila Amolo Odinga, recalling his years as the former Prime Minister’s pilot and close acquaintance. Speaking at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kubo reflected on more than a decade of flights shared with Raila,…

Kenya’s broad-based government is facing growing concern over its impact on parliamentary oversight, with critics warning that the inclusive political arrangement may be weakening the role of the legislature. Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo has cautioned that the model, while intended to promote unity…

Several counties in Kenya are under investigation following a series of violent deaths reported over the past week, with police probing multiple killings marked by disturbing circumstances and unclear motives. In Kilifi County, detectives are investigating the murder of 40-year-old Dama Kingi Charo…

Calls for national unity intensified on Thursday following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, as leaders and community representatives urged reconciliation between Kenya’s historically divided regions. At a gathering at the late statesman’s home in Bondo, Siaya County, Kisumu Woman…

The UK government has issued a safety warning to British travellers visiting Kenya following reports of methanol poisoning linked to contaminated alcoholic drinks. The advisory, released by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), places Kenya among eight countries where visitors…