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Nairobi commuters stuck in gridlock as Upper Hill viaduct works choke key junction

The ongoing works, which have led to partial closure of key lanes around the Milimani area, have intensified gridlock along one of the city’s busiest corridors.

Abdul Aziz Duba: Family demands release of Kiamaiko man allegedly abducted by police

Activists insist June 25 protest to go ahead despite police warning

With just one day to go before demonstrations to commemorate victims of the anti-government protests held on June 25, 2025, as well as those of 2024, the activists have said the protests will proceed as scheduled across the country.

Kenya named first African host of global military AI Summit in 2027

The summit brings together governments, defence institutions, technology firms, academia and international organizations to advance discussions on the responsible use of artificial intelligence in military operations and the development of global governance frameworks...

Court of Appeal to rule on bid to lift orders blocking Ksh.205B Safaricom share sale

Petitioners had raised concerns over a last-minute change of the hearing date from June 29 to June 18, saying some parties were not properly served.They also questioned the transparency of the process, alleging an attempt to lift the orders and allow the sale to proceed before the High Court’s final...

Alarm as new report shows rising cases of sodomy, defilement among young boys and girls

The report on the investigation, reporting and adjudication of child sexual exploitation and abuse in Kenya shows that sodomy and defilement account for 57 per cent of sexual violence cases against children.

Cohen had reported assault by Wairimu to police months before he went missing, court hears

The footage was presented before the High Court during the testimony of former Parklands OCPD James Muribo and homicide detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations who are part of the team investigating the murder.

CS Murkomen vows capture of suspects in All Saints’ Cathedral attack

He warned that the government will not tolerate political or criminal gangs, saying many were initially formed by politicians who later lost control of them.

First Lady Rachel Ruto calls for national prayer and fasting

Speaking during the 3rd Women’s Convocation Prayer Breakfast Meeting, she encouraged the church, religious leaders, and citizens across the country to pray for the nation, emphasising that Kenyans must live in unity and solidarity, especially during the current political period....

Lobby groups reject ‘punitive’ Finance Bill 2026, threaten protests and legal action

Civil society coalition Okoa Uchumi has raised concerns over the Finance Bill 2026, terming it punitive.The group is calling on Kenyans to reject the Bill, saying the proposed taxes, including an increase in excise duty on mobile phones, would worsen the burden on citizens.