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ODM party leader and senior Odinga family figure Oburu Oginga has spoken publicly to address reports of growing tensions within the Odinga family, following the recent appointment of Mama Ida Odinga as Kenya’s Ambassador to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The disagreement became public on Friday after President William Ruto named Mama Ida to the influential international role, a move that reportedly caught some family members by surprise. The decision sparked debate within both the Odinga family and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), raising concerns about unity in one of Kenya’s most influential political families. Speaking during an interview…

Public anger has erupted online after a new CCTV video surfaced showing police officers allegedly assaulting young men inside a pool hall in Kikuyu. The disturbing footage has sparked renewed debate about police conduct, with many Kenyans demanding accountability and justice. The one-minute and 38-second CCTV clip, obtained by Newshub.co.ke, is timestamped Friday, January 23, at around 11:00 pm. It shows uniformed police officers entering a small recreational facility in Kikuyu late at night. According to sources familiar with the area and the incident, the officers are believed to be attached to Nderi Police Post. The video captures the inside…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has uncovered and dismantled a well-organised mobile phone theft and black-market network that has been operating across Nairobi and stretching beyond Kenya’s borders. The crackdown follows numerous complaints from members of the public over a sharp rise in phone snatching incidents within the city. According to detectives, the operation was intelligence-led and involved multiple security agencies working together. The coordinated raid resulted in the arrest of seven suspects believed to be the key players behind the theft, movement, and resale of stolen mobile phones and other electronic devices on the black market. During the…

A senior United States official is set to visit Kenya nearly three months after a planned trip by Vice President JD Vance was cancelled due to a U.S. government shutdown. U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau is scheduled to travel to Kenya between Saturday, January 24, and February 1, as part of a wider diplomatic tour across Africa. He will be accompanied by the Commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Dagvin Anderson. The visit signals renewed high-level engagement between Washington and key African partners, including Kenya. According to official statements from the U.S. government, Landau’s stop in Kenya…

Breaking: Seth Panyako Fired From Government Role as LAPFUND Board Member Trade unionist and politician Seth Panyako has been removed from his position on the Local Authorities Provident Fund (LAPFUND) Board, marking the latest change within President William Ruto’s administration. The decision was announced by Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi on Friday, January 23, who confirmed that Panyako’s appointment had been revoked with immediate effect. The announcement was made through an official notice issued by the National Treasury. According to Mbadi, the revocation was carried out under Section 5 of the Local Authorities Provident Fund Act, which grants the Treasury…

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has released an updated list of universities and colleges that qualify for government scholarships and Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) funding. The announcement is meant to help students and parents make informed decisions as they prepare for placement and funding applications. According to the data shared by KUCCPS, 42 public universities, together with the Open University of Kenya, are fully eligible for both government scholarships and HELB loans. This confirms that public universities remain the biggest beneficiaries of government-supported higher education financing under President William Ruto’s administration. KUCCPS explained that this…

A planned roundtable interview between former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and a group of journalists from Northern Kenya was abruptly cancelled, triggering widespread debate and mixed reactions across the country. In a statement released on Thursday, January 22, the Northern Kenya Media Practitioners announced that they had jointly decided to withdraw from the interview after holding internal consultations. The group said the decision was guided by the principles of responsible journalism, national unity, and the need to promote constructive public engagement. “It is with deep regret that we inform our esteemed audience of our collective decision to terminate the planned…

Kenya Airways Wins Major Global Sustainability Awards Kenya Airways has once again been recognised on the global stage for its strong commitment to sustainable aviation, after winning three major awards at The Aviation Challenge 2025, which was held in Copenhagen, Denmark. This latest recognition marks the fourth year in a row that the national carrier has been honoured for its efforts in promoting eco-friendly operations and driving green innovation within the aviation industry. At this year’s event, Kenya Airways received awards for Most Impactful Solution – Catering, Game Changer of the Year, and Special Recognition for Collaboration with KLM. These…

Odinga Family Set for Emergency Meeting After Ruto Appoints Mama Ida to UNEP Role Tensions appear to be growing within the Odinga family following President William Ruto’s decision to appoint Mama Ida Odinga as Kenya’s Ambassador to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The appointment, which was announced on Friday, has sparked fresh debate both within the family and inside the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party. Raila Odinga’s eldest son, Raila Odinga Junior, appeared to be caught off guard by the announcement, raising questions about whether the family was fully consulted before the appointment was made. His reaction suggested that…

KRA Temporarily Suspends Filing of Nil Tax Returns to Boost Compliance The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has temporarily suspended the filing of nil tax returns until the end of March as part of a wider strategy to bring more people into the tax system. The move is aimed at identifying individuals who regularly file nil returns or fail to file altogether, despite earning taxable income. The decision was confirmed on Friday by KRA Deputy Commissioner Patience Njau during a press briefing. She explained that the suspension will give the authority enough time to review taxpayer data and confirm whether registered…