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Kenyan Doctor Asha Koriryo Sigei Appointed Chief Pathologist in the US
Dr Asha Koriryo Sigei has been appointed Chief Pathologist and Medical Director of the Iredell Memorial Laboratory in the United States, marking a significant milestone in a career that began in modest circumstances i…
Court Convicts Former Migori Governor Obado in Sharon Otieno Killing
Former Migori Governor Zacharia Okoth Obado, his former personal assistant Michael Oyamo, and former county clerk Caspal Obiero have been convicted of the 2018 murder of university student Sharon Otieno. Lady Justice…
Communications Authority Tightens Rules on Sale of Refurbished Phones and Laptops
The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has introduced new rules requiring sellers of phones, laptops and other communication devices to clearly label refurbished products and provide a minimum one-year warranty on…
Kenyans to Get Certificates of Good Conduct Within 24 Hours Under New Biometric System
Kenya will begin issuing Certificates of Good Conduct within 24 hours under a new biometric identification system launched by Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen on Thursday, 23 July.The announcement was mad…
Cheaper Mortgages Offer Little Relief as Most Kenyans Still Can't Buy Homes
The Central Bank of Kenya's sustained monetary easing campaign is beginning to reshape the country's lending landscape, but its influence on the property market remains far more restrained than policymakers had antici…
TikTok Removes More Than 884,000 Videos in Kenya for Community Guideline Violations
TikTok removed 884,591 videos from Kenya between January and March 2026, according to its latest Community Guidelines Enforcement Report. The platform said most of the content was detected and taken down before users…
Tropical Storm Bertha Looms Over US Gulf Coast, Raises Concerns for Vulnerable Regions
Tropical Storm Bertha is intensifying as it approaches the United States Gulf Coast, threatening to bring significant weather disturbances, including storm surges reaching up to four feet along parts of Louisiana and…
Remote Robotic Surgery Marks Milestone in Global Healthcare
In a groundbreaking development for global healthcare, surgeons have successfully controlled human-like robots remotely in an operating theatre, marking a significant advancement in telemedicine. This event highlights…
Global Shipping Disruption as Houthi Threats Prompt Tanker U-Turns
In a dramatic turn of events affecting global oil supply chains, several tankers have abruptly altered their routes following threats from the Houthi movement in Yemen. Ship-tracking data indicates that these vessels…
Gachagua: Why Ruto Will Not Be Able to Steal the 2027 General Election
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has said President William Ruto will not be able to influence the outcome of the 2027 General Election, arguing that Kenyans are increasingly prepared to prot…
Kenyan Adventurer Polyn Monda Conquers Norway’s Famous Kjeragbolten Boulder Trek
A Kenyan adventurer has completed the challenging trek to Kjeragbolten, one of Norway's best-known natural landmarks. Polyn Monda, from Baringo Central, reached the suspended boulder after hiking through the mountaino…
Government Dismisses Claims Kenyans Are Abandoning Affordable Housing Programme
The government has rejected claims that Kenyans are leaving the Affordable Housing Programme, saying official data shows that registrations, savings and home purchases continue to increase.Principal Secretary for Hous…
Ol Kalou UDA Candidate Samuel Muchina Lands New Government Job After Election Loss
President William Ruto has appointed Samuel Muchina Nyaga to the Nairobi Rivers Commission, replacing Amos Chege Mugo. The appointment was announced in a Special Gazette Notice dated 22 July.Nyaga, who contested the O…
Philippines-China Skirmish in South China Sea Highlights Growing Maritime Tensions
In a recent maritime confrontation, tensions between the Philippines and China have flared once again in the contested waters of the South China Sea. The incident resulted in a Filipino sailor sustaining injuries duri…
Inside the Pennsylvania Farm Helping Kenyans Preserve Culture and Wellbeing
A Kenyan couple living in Pennsylvania has combined mental health services and farming to support East African migrants by providing culturally informed care and access to traditional food.As more Kenyans move abroad…
UK Updates Travel Advisory for Kenya
The United Kingdom has renewed its travel advisory for Kenya, warning its citizens about security risks in several parts of the country, including the threat of terrorism, kidnapping, violent crime and possible politi…
Washington Court Delivers Minimum Wage Victory for Kenyan Caregivers
The Washington State Supreme Court has ruled that live-in caregivers must be paid at least the state minimum wage, ending a long-standing practice that allowed employers to pay flat daily rates. The 8–1 decision confi…
New Evidence Emerges in Death of 21-Year-Old After Nairobi Rooftop Fall
Detectives in Nairobi have ruled out third-party involvement in the death of 21-year-old Margaret Wambui after reviewing CCTV footage from Altura Apartments in Upper Hill, where she fell from the rooftop on 18 July.In…
US Judge Blocks Trump Plan to Strip Work Rights from TPS Immigrants
A federal judge in Boston has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from ending work authorisation for tens of thousands of immigrants and asylum seekers with Temporary Protected Status (TPS). The order will re…
Women Surge Ahead in Lumberjack Sports Amidst Global Popularity Boom
In an unprecedented rise, women are increasingly dominating the world of lumberjack sports, a field traditionally dominated by men. This surge is evident on the international stage, where female athletes are setting r…