Author: Journalist Benedict

American trucking heavyweight Werner Enterprises has officially dismissed claims that it is hiring Kenyan truck drivers for jobs in the United States. The clarification comes after heated debate following the signing of a Labour Mobility and Diaspora Support Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Kenyan government and the U.S. State of Nebraska. Werner, a freight and logistics company headquartered in Nebraska, issued a firm statement on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, September 10, denying any involvement in recruitment drives. “Werner has not signed or even discussed any agreement for the recruitment of Kenyan truck drivers to the United States. Any…

Kenya’s tourism industry has once again taken the spotlight on the global stage after two of its most iconic destinations — Solio Lodge and Giraffe Manor — were named among the world’s top travel experiences in the Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Edge List. The prestigious list, released on Thursday, September 11, featured only 20 attractions across 15 countries, with Kenya emerging as one of just two African nations to make the cut. The Forbes Edge List celebrates exceptional hotels, resorts, and cruises that are reshaping the future of travel. Honourees are evaluated based on four key principles, including uniqueness, innovation,…

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has disclosed fresh details in the ongoing investigations into the shocking murder of prominent lawyer Kyalo Mbobu, who was gunned down along Magadi Road in Nairobi. Speaking to the press in Migori County on Thursday afternoon, Murkomen revealed that detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) had already identified several persons of interest connected to the Tuesday evening killing. He confirmed that some of them were already being interrogated, while more individuals were being profiled for possible involvement. According to the CS, the breakthrough came after multiple witnesses stepped forward to share crucial information,…

Deputy Chief of Staff Eliud Owalo has revealed that President William Ruto, together with the Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, has launched a tough crackdown on corrupt government officials accused of secretly running state projects through their own private companies. Speaking during an interview with NTV on Thursday, September 11, Owalo said the president has made it clear that any official found guilty of this conflict of interest will not only be sacked immediately but will also face legal consequences. According to him, this shady practice of colluding with contractors after projects are awarded is one of the biggest…

Drivers using the busy Rironi–Mau Summit highway have been advised to exercise caution, especially around the Mai Mahiu stretch, after a massive traffic jam brought transport along the route to a halt. The snarl-up, which began early Thursday morning, September 11, stretched for several kilometres and left motorists trapped on both sides of the Nairobi–Nakuru corridor. Reports show that the worst-hit section was between Mutarakwa and Nakuru CBD for motorists coming from Nairobi. For those headed to the capital from Naivasha, movement was almost completely paralysed. The Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association (LoDDCA) confirmed the crisis, noting that vehicles…

Calls are growing for the government to tighten regulations on motorcycles, especially boda bodas, following concerns that they are increasingly being used in crime. Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV on September 11, Murang’a Senator Joe Nyutu said he is proposing new rules that would make motorcycles easier to track when used in unlawful activities. One of his main suggestions is that motorcycles should not only display number plates at the back, but also have a front number plate. He explained that this plate should be bigger and more visible from a distance, making it easier for surveillance cameras…

Kenya is preparing to return to the negotiating table with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as the government looks for new loan arrangements to boost the struggling economy. On Thursday, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi confirmed that the National Treasury is working on plans to re-engage the IMF on new areas of financial support and economic cooperation. Speaking during the Quarterly Diplomatic Briefing in Nairobi, Mudavadi explained that the government’s goal is to secure a well-structured programme that will give Kenya a clearer financial direction and strengthen economic stability. “The Government of Kenya, through the Treasury, will be engaging with…

Kenya has strongly condemned Israel following the September 9 airstrike in Doha, Qatar, which left several people dead and many others injured. The bombing, which Israel admitted was targeting senior Hamas leaders, has been described by Nairobi as a serious violation of international law and Qatar’s sovereignty. In a firm statement released on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs said the incident was not only an attack on a sovereign state but also a direct threat to regional stability and global peace. “The Government of the Republic of Kenya notes with deep concern the attack on a building…

LSK President Reconsiders Role in Compensation Panel Amid Court Suspension and Growing Criticism Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has sparked fresh debate after hinting that she might step back from her appointment as vice chair of President William Ruto’s protest victims compensation committee. Despite being sworn into the role, Odhiambo clarified that she has not attended any meetings with other panel members, stressing that her loyalty lies with Kenyans and the legal fraternity, not the government. In a firm statement issued on Thursday morning, she declared that she would fully respect the High Court orders that temporarily…

Kenya to Host Africa’s First-Ever Stadium With a Retractable Roof Kenya is on track to set a new milestone in African sports infrastructure with the Talanta Stadium, a multi-billion-shilling project that will become the first stadium on the continent fitted with a retractable roof once completed. The Ksh44 billion state-of-the-art facility is being constructed in readiness for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which Kenya is co-hosting. During a project update on Thursday, September 11, Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo confirmed that the retractable roof is one of the stadium’s standout features, designed to transform it into a vibrant…