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Bungoma Signs Solar Deal for 119 Hospitals with KCB, Sentec ltd.

In a significant step toward sustainable healthcare and reliable energy access, the Bungoma County Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with KCB Bank in collaboration with Sentimental Energy Company Limited commonly known as Sentec Limited. This landmark agreement will facilitate the installation of solar power systems in 119 hospitals and health facilities across Bungoma County, aiming to enhance the quality and reliability of healthcare services while promoting environmental sustainability.

29 Jan 2026

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Government Plans to Major changes Fees for Birth and Death Certificates.

In a significant step toward improving access to essential civil documents, the Kenyan government is actively considering eliminating application fees for birth certificates as part of broader efforts to increase nationwide civil registration rates.

29 Jan 2026

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DCI Launches Probe into KSh 37 Million Fake Gold Fraud Targeting American Buyer in Nairobi

Detectives from Kenya's Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) are actively pursuing two suspects linked to a sophisticated gold scam that saw an American national lose approximately KSh 37 million after being lured into purchasing what turned out to be counterfeit metal.

29 Jan 2026

Entertainment

Nutrition Expert Issa Habib Says Ugali is One of the Most Useless Foods.

A bold statement from nutrition expert Issa Habib during a recent appearance on Spice FM's Sugar and Spice show has ignited heated debates across Kenya, with many Kenyans defending their beloved staple food, ugali, against claims that it offers little to no nutritional value.

29 Jan 2026

Politics & Policy

Sifuna Labels Gathoni Wamuchomba “UDA Informer Planted to Spy on Opposition”

In the latest twist in Kenya's fluid political landscape, Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna has dismissed recent reports of Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba rejoining President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) as anything but a victory for the ruling party.

29 Jan 2026

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MISSING IN BUSIA, ~ "Bussinessman Ahmed Ibrahim Mohamed's family cries foul, accuses DCI of abduction"

"Urgent appeal as Ahmed Ibrahim Mohamed, a Busia businessman, goes missing after alleged abduction by DCI officers on July 28th. Fellow traders demand answers, calling on Minister Kipchumba Murkomen to intervene and ensure Mohamed's safe return."

29 Jan 2026

Politics & Policy

Veteran Politician Kiraitu Murungi Announces Retirement from Active Politics After Over Three Decades

Former Meru Governor and long-time Kenyan political figure Kiraitu Murungi has officially retired from active politics, marking the end of a career spanning more than 30 years in public service.

28 Jan 2026

Politics & Policy

Bungoma Man Gets Life Imprisonment for Defiling 10-Year-Old Granddaughter.

A court in Bungoma County has handed down a life imprisonment sentence to a man convicted of defiling his own 10-year-old granddaughter.

28 Jan 2026

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Matatu Operators Announce Nationwide Strike Monday Over Vehicle Torchings

Kenyan matatu operators have declared a nationwide shutdown of their services starting Monday, protesting a wave of vehicle torchings they blame on boda boda riders and what they describe as government inaction.

28 Jan 2026

Politics & Policy

Mudavadi Declares ANC Merger with UDA Irreversible: "No Turning Back"

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi has firmly reaffirmed his commitment to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), declaring that the integration of his former party, the Amani National Congress (ANC), into UDA is irreversible and a calculated strategic choice.

28 Jan 2026

Politics & Policy

Winnie Odinga Rejects Oketch Salah's Claims on Raila Odinga's Final Moments as

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has strongly dismissed assertions by businessman Oketch Salah that he was present during the final days and death of her father, the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, labeling them as outright falsehoods and potentially harmful.

28 Jan 2026

Politics & Policy

Winnie Odinga Fires Back at ODM Critics, Affirms Party's 2027 Presidential Ambitions

In a fiery defense of her late father's legacy, East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member Winnie Odinga has dismissed claims that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will sit out the 2027 presidential race, quoting Raila Odinga to challenge secretive dealings within the party.

28 Jan 2026

Politics & Policy

Wetangula "56% Of Current MPs Unlikely to Return in 2027"

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has delivered a stark message to Kenyan legislators, predicting that 56% of the sitting Members of Parliament will fail to secure re-election in the 2027 General Election.

27 Jan 2026

Entertainment

Dem Wa Facebook Declares 2027 Bid for Woman Representative Seat.

Rising social media star and comedian Millicent Ayuwa, better known as Dem Wa Facebook, has officially thrown her hat into the political ring. She has announced her plans to run for a Woman Representative position in the 2027 General Election.

27 Jan 2026

Sports

Manchester United's Patrick Dorgu Faces 10-Week Layoff Due to Hamstring Injury

Manchester United have suffered a significant blow with young Danish defender Patrick Dorgu set to be sidelined for around 10 weeks after scans confirmed a hamstring injury.

27 Jan 2026

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Cleophas Malala Announces New Play: "Who Killed Amollo" to Hit Kenyan Theatres This Year

Former Kakamega Senator and Deputy Party Leader of the Democratic Coalition Party (DCP), Cleophas Malala, has revealed plans to write and stage a new theatrical production titled "Who Killed Amollo" in 2026.

27 Jan 2026

Entertainment

DJ Krowbar’s Wife, Joyce Wanjiru, Passes Away After Brave Battle

The Kenyan gospel music community and entertainment scene are in mourning following the death of Joyce Wanjiru Karumba, the beloved wife of renowned gospel DJ Karumba Ngatia, popularly known as DJ Krowbar.

27 Jan 2026

Politics & Policy

Vihiga Governor Wilber Otichillo Faces Senate Heat Over Spending KSh 5 Million on Housewarming

Vihiga County Governor Wilber Ottichilo came under heavy fire from the Senate’s County Public Accounts Committee during Monday’s session, with senators zeroing in on a KSh 5 million expenditure for a housewarming party at the Vihiga County Assembly Speaker’s official residence. The Auditor General has already declared the spending illegal and unjustified.

27 Jan 2026