Laura Otieno

Civil society urges Parliament to increase EACC funding, strengthen anti-graft laws

While allocations to EACC have been increasing, reaching Ksh.5.1 billion in the 2026/2027 financial year, participants pointed to the changing landscape of the fight against corruption, including legal fees incurred by the commission.

Raila anniversary: Ida Odinga, Governor Orengo call for peace, political tolerance

On Tuesday, Ida led an inspection of the preparations, calling on Kenyans to give Raila a fitting farewell and avoid turning the commemoration into a contest between political factions.Orengo said the event would be open to all Kenyans wishing to join the family and other mourners in celebrating Rai...

Ichung’wah Bill seeking to scrap development authorities draws resistance from residents

Residents from across ten counties have voiced their opposition to the closure of regional development authorities, saying the institutions have enhanced the lives of marginalised communities and catalysed the delivery of critical projects at the grassroots.

One suspect released as police probe burning of four children in Bondo exorcism

As investigations intensify into the circumstances under which four children were assaulted at St. Abraham Israel Assemblies of God Church in Ogago village, Siaya County, it has emerged that the church only recently joined the Israel Assemblies of God umbrella body.

Property destroyed as heavy rains, strong winds wreck havok in Kisumu

Broken tree branches landed on power lines, while billboards fell on cars and walls came tumbling down, showing the extent of the intense winds and rains that lasted for about 20 minutes.

Climate change and human activity impact livelihoods, food security in coast region

Warming oceans and shifting currents are placing additional strain on marine fish stocks already depleted by illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing.

Lamu residents ask gov't for alternative land as Dangote refinery project takes shape

The residents said they have not challenged the government's call to vacate the land, but allege that land grabbers are attempting to mislead them and the government over ownership of the area.

Kenya’s missing shelters: How the lack of safe houses leaves GBV survivors exposed

How Investment in newborn units is saving preterm babies in Siaya

Ruto accuses opposition of being Uhuru's mouthpiece

President Ruto accused his predecessor, retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, of pulling the strings in the opposition camp, saying he will not be deterred in his quest to deliver on his manifesto.