Accountability reporting on money, power and public institutions in Kenya and the region.
Kenya’s Ksh 4.8 billion fuel scandal has exploded beyond the resigned technocrats and now threatens to consume two Cabinet secretaries. Leaked letters have dragged Trade CS Lee Kinyanjui and Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi into the heart of a scheme investigators believe was engineered to flood Kenya with substandard, overpriced fuel while exploiting the Middle East […]
When crises disrupt global travel, governments often turn to a little-known aviation tool to protect citizens abroad: repatriation flights. Recent tensions in the Middle East have highlighted how essential these flights are and why a national carrier plays a critical role in safeguarding its citizens. On March 4, Kenya Airways announced special flights between Nairobi […]
The Sifuna Kakamega Rally has escalated into a high-stakes political and security confrontation after Western Region Police Commander Issa Mahmoud alleged that Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna intends to ferry armed individuals from Nairobi to Kakamega ahead of the planned gathering at Amalemba Grounds. The claims, delivered publicly and without hesitation, have injected fresh tension into […]
Migori businessman Oketch Salah has fired back at Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga, sparking a bitter public feud that has sent shockwaves through political circles. The row intensified after Ruth publicly disowned Salah, questioning his ties to the late Raila Odinga and distancing both the Odinga family and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) from his […]
President William Ruto has appointed 15 Court of Appeal judges, completing a key judicial process that many had awaited. The move follows recommendations from the Judicial Service Commission after public interviews and vetting. The gazette notice, issued on Tuesday, formally elevates the judges to Kenya’s second-highest court. The appointments come at a critical time as […]
Garissa County was rocked by a deadly Al-Shabaab attack in Garissa on Sunday night that left a chief and a primary school teacher dead. According to reports, the militants ambushed the victims in their homes in Hulugho town. The attack has shocked residents and raised fresh fears about the escalating insecurity along the Kenya-Somalia border. […]
The Education Ministry has taken a hard stance on Grade 10 admission, with Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba warning school principals that failure to admit all learners could cost them their jobs. Speaking in Kisii on Sunday, January 26, Ogamba said principals must ensure that every Grade 10 student is settled in class by Friday, January […]
A Kenyan businessman has broken his silence with a disturbing account that points to alleged corruption at the heart of a key public institution. He claims a Homa Bay region KERRA manager, Mr. Calvince Thomas, used his office, influence, and fear to con him out of Ksh 2 million with promises of road construction tenders […]
Kenya and the United States have signed a massive Ksh200 billion health partnership that aims to overhaul Kenya’s health system, strengthen disease surveillance, and boost medical training. But controversy erupted immediately after critics questioned whether the deal would expose Kenyan patients to foreign data mining. U.S. Embassy in Nairobi Charge d’Affaires Susan Burns has now […]
President William Ruto is among the founding members expected to grace ODM@20 celebrations in Mombasa this weekend—the Orange Democratic Movement’s first national gathering since the death of its founder, Raila Odinga. The three-day event marks a turning point in Kenya’s political landscape, bringing together ODM veterans and new power brokers eager to inherit Raila’s political […]
Civil society activist Peter Agoro has taken his legal war with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to a new level, accusing the agency of framing him after he refused a hefty bribe. Agoro, who chairs the Consortium of Civil Societies, has filed a constitutional petition against the EACC and Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) […]
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has made a bold political statement by ruling out any future alliance with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The party’s youth wing, led by Kasmuel McOure, announced that ODM would instead remain committed to working with President William Ruto’s administration through the broad-based government arrangement. The decision marks a major […]
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has waded into the growing political tension within the Jubilee Party, warning leaders against attacking Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Speaking during a Jubilee grassroots meeting in Murang’a, Uhuru condemned the abusive political tone taken by some of his allies, accusing them of promoting division instead of unity. His remarks come at […]
Former Chief Justice and presidential hopeful David Maraga has launched a fierce attack on Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu, accusing her of ascending to power through a constitutional weakness that denied Tanzanians their democratic right to challenge election results. Speaking during an interview on TV47 on Tuesday evening, Maraga claimed that Suluhu’s presidency lacks the legitimacy […]
A powerful investment delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has arrived in Nairobi, holding high-level discussions with Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC) over potential involvement in the ambitious Ksh28 billion Nairobi Railway City Project. In a statement released on Friday, October 31, KRC confirmed it met with representatives of the DECAEXEC Consortium, who presented a […]
A high-seas operation involving the Kenya Navy, INTERPOL, and the US government led to the arrest of six Iranian nationals accused of trafficking methamphetamine worth Ksh8.4 billion. The dramatic operation, executed on October 21, unfolded after an intricate exchange of intelligence between international crime units and regional maritime agencies. What began as a routine maritime […]
The Luhya Nation paid an emotional and powerful tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, demonstrating deep cultural respect, unity, and love. The gesture reminded Kenyans why the Luhya community consistently stood with Raila, giving him more than 70 percent of their votes since 2007. At Opoda Farm in Bondo, Siaya County, […]
Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi is back in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. After denying reports that he met emissaries from President William Ruto to discuss a political reunion, Muturi finds himself exposed as a politician struggling to remain relevant. While he dismisses the reports as fake, observers say his denials […]
The dream of a united opposition against President William Ruto in 2027 is quickly unraveling. Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua are locked in a fierce battle over who should carry the opposition’s presidential flag. While the coalition has tried to project unity, sharp disagreements are now spilling into the […]
Kenya is preparing to send more Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops to United Nations (UN) missions, reinforcing the country’s reputation in peacekeeping. On September 10, Major General Luka Kutto closed a training exercise at Kangaita training camp in Nanyuki, where soldiers showcased their readiness. The General Officer Commanding Eastern Command (GOC EASTCOM) confirmed the troops […]
New car buyers in Kenya are now being targeted by a sophisticated scam involving KD number plates. Dealers and brokers have found ways to exploit the lack of awareness among motorists about how temporary registration plates work. Many unsuspecting buyers believe these plates are fully legitimate, only to later discover that their cars are uninsured […]
Siaya Governor James Orengo has made a surprising political shift, openly praising President William Ruto after months of sharp criticism. Just weeks ago, Orengo had accused the Kenya Kwanza administration of failing Kenyans and even demanded Ruto’s resignation. But on August 31, at St Peter’s ACK Cathedral in Siaya, Orengo welcomed the President warmly, crediting […]
Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) have killed at least five Al Shabaab militants in a fierce operation inside the Boni Forest in Lamu County. The offensive, which took place in Lacta Mangai, was intelligence-led and aimed at flushing out terrorist cells that continue to destabilize the region. Soldiers recovered deadly weapons, including AK-47 rifles and rocket-propelled […]
The Social Health Authority (SHA) is under fire after allegations of fraudulent payments to ghost health facilities, missing data, and the sudden shutdown of the Kenya Master Health Facility Registry (KMHFR). Reports suggested billions of shillings had been siphoned through irregular disbursements, leaving Kenyans demanding answers. But SHA has strongly refuted claims that critical payment […]
Kenya is on the edge of another high-stakes presidential showdown, and political experts are already sounding the alarm. A 2027 election re-run now looks almost inevitable. The looming contest is shaping up to be a fragmented, chaotic race with no clear frontrunner. President William Ruto and longtime opposition leader Raila Odinga appear destined to face […]
Stephen Munyakho, the Kenyan man who spent more than a decade on death row in Saudi Arabia, has finally shared the real story behind his shocking imprisonment. While appearing on JKL Live on Citizen TV, Munyakho revealed that a salary dispute with a colleague is what spiraled into a deadly altercation that changed his life […]
Kenya has taken a bold step in the war against tobacco use. On July 30, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced a total ban on tobacco imports, sending a clear message that the government is serious about protecting public health. This decision follows growing concern over the rise in tobacco-related illnesses and the flood of […]
For the first time ever, Kenya will compete in the African Nations Championship (CHAN), and the Harambee Stars are ready to shine. Head coach Benni McCarthy has officially named his final 25-man squad for the 2024 CHAN tournament, set to kick off on August 2 across four East African nations: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zanzibar. […]
In a bold and defiant move, Martha Karua has announced the formation of a Parallel IEBC under the United Opposition, sending shockwaves through Kenya’s political landscape. Speaking on July 23, the People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader said the new electoral oversight body will serve as a watchdog over the 2027 general election. With trust in […]
The Ministry of Education is under fire following shocking revelations that Ksh183 billion in school funding has vanished or been misused. Senator Kanar Seki of Kajiado dropped the bombshell in a Senate session on Wednesday, July 22, citing a damning audit report that shows rampant underfunding and financial mismanagement in Kenya’s education sector. While students […]
The walls may be closing in on Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wesley Rotich. Explosive revelations about irregular hiring, ghost payments, and systemic abuse of public funds have put the county boss on the radar of the Senate Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations. What began as routine concerns about payroll management has ballooned into a full-blown […]
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