Rene Otinga
Nairobi
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KRA to Require Importer Details for All Consolidated Cargo Imports
An Image of a cargo clearance officer supervising clearance at Mombasa port Importers whose goods are transported as consolidated cargo will be required to provide personal and tax details under a new Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) directive. In a public notice dated Tuesday, October 27, 2026, KRA said the requirement would facilitate the issuance of electronic tax invoices to individual traders and importers whose goods are transported together in consolidated shipments.
Man Arrested After Allegedly Spending Ksh6.7 Million Mistakenly Credited to His Account
A man with handcuffs A suspect is set to face a series of charges after allegedly spending millions which were accidentally credited to his bank account. Detectives from the Banking Fraud Investigation Unit (BFIU) on Saturday, October 24, arrested a man accused of spending Ksh6.7 million meant for another company that was mistakenly credited to his bank account.
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IEBC Backs Proposal Requiring Parties to Nominate Persons With Disabilities
An image of a podium by the IEBC in readiness for a presser at Bomas of Kenya in Nairobi on August 5. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has backed a proposed law seeking to increase the representation of persons with disabilities in county assemblies by making it mandatory for political parties to include them in nomination lists.
IG Kanja Approves Promotion of 1,948 Police Officers Following Court Win
President William Ruto converses with Inspector General Douglas Kanja ahead of his departure for Lusaka, Zambia, September 1, 2026. Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has approved the promotion of 1948 police officers following a Court of Appeal ruling which upheld the police boss's authority over the management of uniformed officers.
Co-op Bank Wins Award for KSh4.39 Billion Water Financing
Co-operative Bank of Kenya hit a unique milestone after winning the Leadership in Water Infrastructure and Finance Award at the Africa WaterCredits Forum 2026 following the disbursement of KSh4.39 billion in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) financing over three years. The bank received the award at the forum held at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Nairobi on Friday, October 16, in recognition for its contribution to financing water infrastructure and service providers.
Matatu Owners Address Strike Over Fuel Price Increase
An undated aerial view of PSVs parked at the OTC Bus Station in Nairobi. There will be no industrial action from the transport sector following the recent hike in diesel prices for the October-November cycle, president of the Matatu Owners Association (MOA) has confirmed.
Scores Injured After 60-Seater Bus Accident at Sachangwan
A hazard sign at the scene of an accident. At least 17 people were left nursing serious injuries after a bus crash at Migaa along the Nakuru-Eldoret Highway on the morning of Sunday, October 18. The accident, according to preliminary reports, occurred around 12:30 am , less than a kilometer from the famous Sachangwan Centre. Confirming the incident, the Kenya Red Cross indicated that the 60-seater vehicle was ferrying mourners at the time of the accident.
EPRA Warns of More Fuel Price Hikes if Middle East Conflict Escalates
A petrol tanker transporting fuel along Thika Super Highway, November 13, 2019. Kenyans could face further fuel price increases if conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt global petroleum supplies, new Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) Director-General, Edward Mwirigi, has warned.
Oburu Oginga’s Birthday Photos Emerge After Weeks of Health Speculation
ODM Party Leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga Orange Democratic Party (ODM) leader Oburu Oginga has made his first public appearance after weeks of speculation over his condition. Amid concerns that his health was deteriorating, the ODM boss all but confirmed he was alive and well via a series of images obtained by Kenyans.co.ke, where he held an intimate celebration to mark his 83rd birthday.
UN Under-Secretary-General Calls for Greater African Role in Global Decision-Making
President Ruto addressing the High-Level Reflection on the Pact for the Future, convened by Namibia, Zambia, the African Union, and the Economic Commission for Africa in New York on September 22, 2026 President William Ruto is among African presidents who have been urged to push for greater African representation in global decision-making while also ensuring international institutions deliver on their commitments.
Closing Borders Could Push Travellers Into Unofficial Crossings, WHO Warns
World Health Organization (WHO) headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, with an insert of the Ebola strain illustration under a microscope. The World Health Organisation has come out to explain its advisory against closure of borders amid fears of the spread of ebola in Kenya.
Nairobi Water Announces Emergency Shutdown Affecting Over 40 Residential Areas
An image showing water vendors in Nairobi transporting plastic jerricans on handcarts. Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) has announced a 24-hour water supply interruption affecting over 40 estates. In a customer notice on Tuesday, October 13, the company confirmed the Athi Water Works Development Authority (AWWDA) would shut down the NCT-Kigoro-Gigiri-Kabete pipeline to facilitate emergency repair works.
Panic as Fire Engulfs Dormitory at Tengecha Boys High School in Kericho
Scenes at Tengecha Boys High School in Kericho County after a fire broke out on the evening of Sunday, October 4 2026. There was panic at Tengecha Boys High School in Kericho on the evening of Sunday, October 4, after a fire engulfed one of the institution's main dormitories. Reports reaching Kenyans.co.ke indicate that the fire broke out late in the afternoon on the second floor of the building before quickly spreading across the floor.
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Machakos County on the Spot Over Ksh96 Million Held by Bank Since 2019
A file photo of an empty county assembly Machakos County has come under scrutiny over Ksh96 million held by a bank as security for an employee car and mortgage loan scheme since 2019. The Senate Committee on County Public Investments and Special Funds raised the concerns during a meeting with Governor Wavinya Ndeti and her Executive to review the implementation of House resolutions arising from an earlier report by the committee.
Kenyan Marathoner Philemon Kiplimo Kimaiyo Handed 2-Year Doping Ban
An image of an athletics track Kenyan long-distance runner Philemon Kiplimo Kimaiyo has been banned for two years by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) after admitting anti-doping rule violations involving the prohibited substance chlortalidone. The 27-year-old road runner will serve the ban from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2028, with the sanction also resulting in the disqualification of his results from July 19, 2026.
Kenyan Marathoner Philemon Kiplimo Kimaiyo Handed 2-Year Doping Ban
Kenyan long-distance runner Philemon Kiplimo Kimaiyo has been banned for two years by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) after admitting anti-doping rule violations involving the prohibited substance chlortalidone. The 27-year-old road runner will serve the ban from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2028, with the sanction also resulting in the disqualification of his results from July 19, 2026.
SHA Warns Hospitals as New Contract Rules Take Effect From October 1
Social Health Authority CEO Mercy Mwangangi during an engagement in June 2025. Healthcare providers have been put on alert after the Social Health Authority (SHA) announced that their current contracts will expire on September 30 at 11:59 p.m. In a notice, SHA CEO Mercy Mwangangi urged healthcare providers and facilities seeking to continue serving SHA beneficiaries to apply for new contracts and complete the contracting process before October 1.
IEBC Dismisses Claims of Illegal Voter Registration Ahead of 2027 Election
IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon during a past press conference. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has responded to an upcoming expose which alleged there was an elaborate scheme to smuggle more votes from neighbouring Uganda ahead of the 2027 general elections.
NCIC Summons MPs Didmus Barasa & John Ariko Over Public Remarks
Members of the National Assembly during a previous Parliamentary session. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned two Members of Parliament over separate public utterances. In a statement on the evening of Tuesday, September 22, the NCIC summoned Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa and Turkana South MP John Ariko Naimot following investigations into remarks they made in Bungoma and Turkana counties, respectively.
DCI Reveals Events Leading to Suspect's Death in Narumoru Police Cell
A police post in Kieni Constituency. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has released a blow-by-blow account of the events preceding the death of a suspect who was found hanging inside a police cell in Nyeri County. The suspect, identified as Dennis Aremo Osiemo, was found dead on Sunday, September 20, while in custody at Narumoru Police Station, sparking outrage from the public.
UDA Leaders Slam Uhuru Over Claims Raila Won 2022 Elections
A collage of Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse, 4th President Uhuru Kenyatta and UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse and United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary General Hassan Omar have hit back at retired President Uhuru Kenyatta after he claimed that the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga won the 2022 presidential election.
Bolt Comfort Sees Sixfold Growth as Demand for Premium Rides Rises
Popular ride-hailing app Bolt reached a new milestone after its premium ride category, Bolt Comfort, recorded more than six times as many rides over the past year. According to the company, the number of passengers using the category each month has also grown more than fivefold year-on-year, with the service now available in Nairobi and Mombasa. The growth, according to Bolt, is largely due to demand for rides offering more space, newer vehicles and highly rated drivers.
SHA Reaches 32.3m Members as Ksh11bn Fraud and Hospital Arrears Mount
President William Ruto during the launch of the National Equipment Support Programme (NESP), which replaces the controversial Managed Equipment Services (MES) programme. One of President William Ruto’s biggest promises when he campaigned for the presidency in 2022 was to transform Kenya’s healthcare system and protect families from the financial burden of illness.
Why More Shoppers Are Choosing the Buy Goods Option with Airtel Money
Kenya's retail landscape is rapidly changing as consumers increasingly adopt digital payment methods for everyday shopping. Customers are embracing cashless transactions that offer speed, convenience and security. One feature driving this transformation is the Buy Goods option, which has become a popular way to complete purchases without handling physical cash. One of the latest innovations helping accelerate cashless payments is the "Till ni Till" initiative.
Bolt Reveals Ksh19 Billion Investment in Kenya Over 10 Years
Ride-hailing company Bolt has invested more than Ksh19 billion in Kenya over the past decade, connecting more than 8 million riders and creating income opportunities for over 170,000 drivers and couriers. Bolt announced the figures on Monday, September 7, 2026, as it marked 10 years since it began operations in the Kenyan market.
US Court Orders Relief for Diversity Visa Applicants, Including Kenyans
A VIP plane at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and an insert of U.S. President Donald Trump. Kenyans hoping to secure permanent residency in the United States have been handed temporary reprieve after a U.S federal court moved against Trump administration policies that had halted the processing and issuance of Diversity Visas.
Kenya Airways Names Habil Waswani Acting CEO Amid Leadership Transition
Kenya Airways Acting Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Habil Waswani National carrier Kenya Airways has appointed Habil Waswani as Acting Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, following the resignation of Captain George Kamal from the position. In a public notice seen by Kenyans.co.ke, it was revealed that Wasani, who is the airline's Company Secretary and Director of Legal Services and Regulatory Compliance, will take over effective September 15, 2026.
Gachagua Promises to Throw Weight Behind Opposition Candidate if He is Overlooked
DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua during a consultative meeting in Wamunyoro, Nyeri County on Monday, August 24 2026. Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has confirmed he is prepared to support an opposition candidate other than himself if his political allies settle on a different individual to challenge President William Ruto in 2027.
Fare Hikes Could Drive Away 60% of Nairobi Ride-Hailing Customers - TIFA Survey
Vehicles belonging to taxi operators at the Deputy President's official residence in Karen on October 2, 2020. A TIFA survey has found that 60 per cent of Nairobi ride-hailing users would switch to matatus or other alternatives, with 44 per cent of users saying they would turn to matatus if fares increased significantly.
Ndindi Nyoro Aligns With Opposition, Joins People's Party of Kenya as its Party Leader
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro at the National Assembly on July 22, 2024. Kiharu Member of Parliament (MP) Ndindi Nyoro has announced his departure from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), effectively joining the People’s Party of Kenya (PPK) ahead of the 2027 General Election. Nyoro made the announcement during a media briefing on Monday, August 17, 2026, where he pledged to liaise with opposition to unseat President William Ruto in the upcoming polls, which is less than a year away.
Police Arrest 37 After Chaos in Homa Bay During Linda Mwananchi Rallies
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja during the welcoming of the last deployment of Kenyan police officers to Haiti on April 29, 2026. The National Police Service has confirmed the arrest of at least 37 suspected gang members in the aftermath of violence that occurred during the Linda Mwananchi rally in Homa Bay County on Sunday, August 16.
DCI Hits Back at Gachagua, Rejects Claims of Politically Driven Investigations
A collage of Director of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Mohamed Amin and DCP Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has hit back at Democracy for Citizens (DCP) party leader Rigathi Gachagua over explosive allegations linking the agency to enforced disappearances, police shootings and mysterious deaths in recent months.
Court Orders Seizure of 4 Vehicles in Suspected Money Laundering Case
Motor vehicles at an auction The government has moved to seize four vehicles after the High Court issued preservation orders in a case involving suspected proceeds of crime and money laundering. The orders, issued by the High Court's Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Division in Nairobi, effectively prohibited any dealings involving the vehicles, including their sale, transfer, possession or encumbrance.
CCTV Footage Captures Moments Before Fatal Nyayo Stadium Road Rage Stabbing
CCTV shots of a confrontation at Nyayo Stadium which led to the fatal stabbing of a 30-year old man. New CCTV footage has captured the moments leading up to the fatal stabbing of Kennedy Ngeno in an apparent road rage incident along Mombasa Road near Nyayo Stadium. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, August 1, leaving one person dead and several others injured. The main suspect has since been arrested.
Mukurweini MP Released as Judge Explains Why High Court Bail Orders Didn't Apply
Mukurweini Member of Parliament John Kaguchia during court proceedings at the Milimani Law Courts on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. A Milimani court on Tuesday, August 4, explained why it declined to release Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia on the same bail terms earlier issued by a Kiambu court, even as the legislator secured his release after nearly 48 hours in custody.
High Court Orders Release of MP John Kaguchia on Ksh100,000 Cash Bail
A court gavel alongside an image of Mukurwe-ini MP John Kaguchia The case involving Mukurwe-ini Member of Parliament John Kaguchia has taken a new twist after a Kiambu Court ordered his release from police custody provided he pays a cash bail of Ksh100,000. In orders issued on Monday, August 3, Lady Justice Njoki Mwangi directed that the lawmaker be released immediately upon depositing the cash bail. "I also grant the prayer sought in paragraph 4 of the application.
Police Impersonator Arrested With Gun, 100 Rounds of Ammunition
Detectives have nabbed a suspect who has reportedly been notorious for impersonating police officers around the Kilimani area. The arrest, according to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), took place after detectives responded to a distress call from a casino in Yaya Centre, Kilimani in the early hours of Monday, August 3.
DCI Arrest Mukurweini MP John Kaguchia
Mukurweini Member of Parliament (MP) John Kaguchia has been arrested by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, moments after claiming he was being pursued by un-uniformed individuals. Kaguchia was nabbed at the Royal Media Services (RMS) offices on the morning of Monday, August 3, after spending the night at the premises out of fear for his safety.
Students Injured After School Bus Carrying Music Festival Participants Overturns in Bomet
Scenes in Bomet County after a school bus full of students overturned along the busy Bomet-Kaplong Highway. There was panic in Bomet County after a school bus carrying students overturned on the evening of Sunday, August 3. Preliminary reports indicate the accident occurred along the Bomet-Kaplong Highway in Bomet County as students were travelling for the annual music festival from Nairobi.
Ruto Announces Plan to Legally Protect Kenya's Post-Vision 2030 Development Agenda
President William Ruto addressing delegates during the Journey to First World Economy address at State House in Nairobi on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. President William Ruto has announced intentions to introduce legislation that will anchor Kenya's long-term development agenda in law, saying the country must move beyond politics and electoral cycles in planning for its future.
Kinanie MCA Francis Kavyu Joins UDA, to Vie for Mavoko Parliamentary Seat
Mavoko MP aspirant Francis Kavyu during a public event where he officially defected from the Maendeleo Chap Chap Party on Friday, July 31, 2026. The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has received another boost in Ukambani after Kinanie MCA Francis Kavyu officially joined the ruling party.
Bolt Makes Ride-Hailing Available Through ChatGPT
Kenyans can now learn more about their Bolt trips after the ride-hailing platform joined a growing list of brands partnering with AI chatbot ChatGPT. Under this new AI-driven way of engaging with Bolt services, commuters no longer have to switch between different apps. Instead, they can simply use a conversation to find, compare and access real-world services. Through the new integration, ChatGPT users can ask Bolt about a trip without leaving the chat.
Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti Reinstates Finance CECM Catherine Mutanu After Court Orders
Inside the Machakos County Assembly The wrangle between Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and Finance CECM Catherine Mutanu has taken a new twist after the county boss reversed her decision to sack the finance executive. Governor Wavinya, in a statement released on Monday, July 13, announced that Mutanu was free to resume her duties, adding that she was honouring a directive from a High Court.
Murkomen Vows Heavy Police Deployment in Goon Hot Spots Ahead of Ol Kalou By-Election
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, DCI Boss Mohamed Amin and Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja arriving at the Senate on Wednesday, June 11 2025. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced a nationwide crackdown on criminal gangs and political goons, as he revealed fresh plans to deploy more police officers, particularly in areas considered hotspot for goons , over the coming weeks.
58% of Kenyans Rely on Digital Loans in Emergencies, Report
Kenyans lining up for jobs at KICC on Friday, October 25, 2024. PHOTO/ Courtesy More than half the Kenyan population typically turn to digital loans to navigate financial emergencies, a new report has revealed.
Harambee Stars' CHAN Hero Ryan Ogam Joins Belgian Second Tier Side RFC Liège
Harambee Stars attacker Ryan Ogam during the Group A clash against Zambia on Sunday, August 17, 2025. Harambee Stars forward Ryan Ogam has ended his stint at Austrian side Wolfsberger AC after sealing a move to Belgian second-tier side RFC Liège. The Belgian club confirmed the signing on Saturday, July 11, following the completion of a successful medical by Ogam. Kenyans.co.ke has since learnt that the move is a loan transfer from Wolfsberger AC, with the option to buy at the end of the season.
Ruto Sets July 10 for Launch of Ksh3 Billion NYOTA Disbursement
President William Ruto unveils the NYOTA programme in Samburu on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, with a side image of the NYOTA Project logo. The second phase of the government's NYOTA Business Support programme is set to kick off from Friday, July 10, with 122,000 young Kenyans set to benefit from the latest disbursement.
Education Stakeholders Warn Teachers Against Overreliance on AI Despite Rising Adoption in Schools
Pupils in class during study session Education stakeholders have sounded a warning to teachers against the over reliance on AI, particularly in classrooms, insisting that the technology should complement teaching rather than replace teachers altogether.
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