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Namachanja High School has recorded a steady rise in student enrollment this year, with the total student population now standing at 1,869 learners. The school has already admitted over 500 Grade 10 students, who form the first cohort under the new education system and currently make up the largest group in the institution.
Popular Kenyan social media personality Isaac Otesa, widely known as Bungoma Goliath, is beaming with joy and gratitude as groundbreaking work commences on his new three-bedroom bungalow in his rural village in Bungoma County. The project, a generous gift from his employer, marks a remarkable turnaround for the viral influencer who rose to fame through his larger-than-life personality and relatable content.
The Kenyan government has officially announced the reopening of its border with Somalia for cross-border trade, with a specific focus on allowing the road transportation of miraa (khat) to resume. The decision marks a significant relief for farmers and traders in Meru and surrounding regions, ending a prolonged disruption that lasted up to 15 years in some accounts.
Former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati has called on the current county administration led by Governor Kenneth Lusaka to provide a clear public explanation on the fate of KSh 600 million allocated for bursaries and scholarships during the 2022/2023 financial year. Speaking to the press in Bungoma Town on Thursday, Wangamati accused the present leadership of discontinuing a key education support programme that benefited thousands of vulnerable learners.
Construction activity is ramping up along the critical Rironi-Mau Summit Road, a vital artery in Kenya's transport network. This ambitious expansion project, which transforms a heavily congested single-carriageway section into a modern dual carriageway, promises to significantly ease traffic bottlenecks, reduce travel times, enhance road safety, and stimulate trade across East Africa.
In a surprising turn of events that has sparked widespread discussion across East Africa, several Tanzanian Members of Parliament (MPs) were put to the test – quite literally – during a live English proficiency assessment in the National Assembly. The exercise, aimed at qualifying legislators for delegate positions in key international forums, exposed gaps in language skills among some elected officials, leading to at least one high-profile withdrawal.
In a significant victory for Kenyan legislators, the Court of Appeal has reversed a previous High Court decision that had declared the entire National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) Act of 2015 unconstitutional.
The late former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe has been referenced in the most recent batch of unsealed documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced American financier and convicted sex offender who died in 2019.
The construction of a dedicated mausoleum for the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga at his ancestral home in Bondo, Siaya County, is on track for completion by June 2026.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has named Moses Ledama Sunkuli as its Acting Chief Executive Officer and Commission Secretary, with the appointment taking effect right away.
Political tensions in Homa Bay County have escalated significantly with Deputy Governor Joseph Oyugi Magwanga officially announcing his intention to run for the gubernatorial seat in the 2027 General Election, directly challenging his boss, Governor Gladys Wanga.
In a significant political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, prominent Kenyan lawyer and former President of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), Nelson Havi, has officially joined the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
The Kenyan football community is in deep sorrow following the tragic passing of Silas Ambugana, a dedicated defender for Kakamega Homeboyz FC. The player died while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Kakamega.
The highly anticipated official launch of the Kenya United Cup—commonly referred to as the President’s Cup—a major grassroots football tournament backed by President William Ruto, has been postponed at the last minute. The event, originally scheduled for Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at State House in Nairobi, was called off following consultations with key stakeholders.
Authorities have arrested three students in connection with a dormitory fire that erupted late last night at Solai Boys High School, leaving dozens injured and prompting a temporary shutdown of classes for upper-level students. The blaze, which broke out around midnight, affected at least 50 students who sustained minor injuries, primarily from smoke inhalation and minor burns during the evacuation.
In a blend of entertainment and politics that has sparked online buzz, popular Kenyan comedians MC Jessy and Jaymo Ule Msee were among the notable figures spotted at a high-profile United Democratic Alliance (UDA) aspirants' meeting hosted by President William Ruto at State House on Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has firmly rejected the idea of providing completely free education across all levels in Kenya, explaining that the country's current fiscal situation makes it financially unworkable.
Nigerian-American actor and singer Rotimi has firmly dismissed swirling rumors of a split from his wife, Tanzanian artist Vanessa Mdee, reassuring fans that their marriage is stronger than ever.
