Author: Journalist Benedict

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has officially announced when Kenyans will once again be able to register as voters, ending months of speculation about the long-awaited exercise. In a gazette notice issued on Thursday, August 28, the commission confirmed that Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) will restart on Monday, September 29, 2025. IEBC stated that the decision is in line with its responsibility under Article 88(4) of the 2010 Constitution, which empowers it to oversee voter registration and maintain the national voters’ roll. The upcoming registration drive is mainly directed at youths who have just turned 18 years old…

Kenya has strongly urged Tanzania to cancel new taxes and restrictions that block Kenyans from doing business in the country, calling these actions unfair and discriminatory. In a bold statement on Wednesday, Kenya’s Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui criticized Tanzania’s newly introduced excise duties and the industrial development levy. He also raised concerns about new rules that stop foreigners, including Kenyans, from participating in certain small and medium-sized businesses. “These restrictions are not just damaging to Kenya’s economy but will also negatively affect Tanzania’s economic progress,” CS Kinyanjui stated. He called on Tanzania to remove these measures and return to…

Eldas Member of Parliament, Adan Keynan, has expressed serious concern over the mysterious disappearance of Hussein Abdirahman Mohamed, the manager of the Huduma Centre in Wajir. Hussein, also known as Hussein Moi, reportedly went missing under puzzling circumstances on July 8, 2025, and has not been seen since. In a formal letter addressed to Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, MP Keynan urged the police to treat the case with the utmost urgency. He emphasized that although Hussein’s disappearance was promptly reported to the relevant authorities, there have been no major leads, arrests, or progress updates from the police to…

Bondo Member of Parliament Gideon Ochanda has strongly criticized the National Treasury for holding onto title deeds for public land, including those belonging to schools, instead of handing them over to the National Land Commission (NLC), which is the legally mandated body to manage such documents. Speaking during a parliamentary session on Tuesday, July 29, MP Ochanda pointed out that Article 67 of Kenya’s Constitution clearly gives the NLC the sole authority to manage public land on behalf of both the national and county governments. He warned that allowing the Treasury to retain these crucial land documents is not only…

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has praised the newly signed Conflict of Interest Act, 2025, calling it a groundbreaking tool in the country’s ongoing war against corruption. This law, officially signed by President William Ruto on Wednesday, July 30, introduces tough new measures aimed at increasing transparency and ensuring integrity among public officials. Kindiki described the law as a game changer, stating that it marks a major shift in Kenya’s long-term efforts to fight corruption and unethical conduct in public service. According to him, the Act is carefully designed to close the loopholes that dishonest officials have for years used to…

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested two suspects linked to a horrifying case of mob justice in Nyamira County, where a man accused of stealing was brutally attacked and thrown into a fire. The disturbing incident took place on Saturday, July 6, and shocked many Kenyans after a video of the act went viral online. In a detailed statement released on Wednesday, July 30, DCI officials revealed that detectives from Nyamira North used advanced forensic analysis and investigative techniques to trace and capture the two suspects. The individuals are currently in police custody and are undergoing legal processing…

Kenyan teachers expecting to enjoy a pay increase under the newly implemented 2025–2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) were left stunned and frustrated after noticing a new and unexplained deduction on their payslips. Labeled ‘KUPPET SWAL’, the mysterious deduction appeared alongside the usual union dues, sparking confusion and anger among educators nationwide. Many teachers were caught completely off guard, as they had never heard of the ‘KUPPET SWAL’ charge before. Those from the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) in Nakuru voiced their outrage on Wednesday, July 30, demanding immediate answers from both the union’s national office and the Teachers…

Just a day after Tanzania imposed restrictions on Kenyan businesses operating within its territory, President William Ruto hosted Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at State House in Nairobi, where the two leaders signed a series of important bilateral agreements aimed at strengthening economic and diplomatic ties between Kenya and Uganda. During President Museveni’s official state visit, the two countries entered into eight new agreements, increasing the total number of bilateral trade and cooperation deals between Kenya and Uganda to 25. These agreements are expected to boost collaboration across several critical sectors, including trade, transport, energy, tourism, and agriculture. One of the…

Eldas Member of Parliament Adan Keynan is calling on the national government to boost economic growth in Northern Kenya by building more banks and expanding access to financial services in the region. His proposal, made during a parliamentary session on Wednesday, July 30, aims to support the largely pastoralist communities in areas that have long been underserved by mainstream financial systems. According to Keynan, the shortage of financial institutions has significantly hindered the region’s development. Many residents rely on pastoralism, small-scale trade, and informal businesses to survive, but without access to formal banking services, they remain locked out of meaningful…

President William Ruto’s administration is facing intense backlash following the cabinet’s decision to privatise the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), a move that has stirred widespread concern among Kenyans. The plan involves listing KPC’s shares on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE), allowing private investors to buy into one of the country’s most critical national assets. Just a day after the cabinet approved the controversial decision, the Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) strongly condemned the move. In a statement released on Wednesday, July 30, the association voiced deep concerns over what it called a “reckless” decision that threatens Kenya’s sovereignty over its…