Top storyElderly Woman Dies in Nairobi Home as Police Investigate
An 86-year-old woman died at her home in Loresho, Nairobi, on Friday, October 30, 2026. Dorita Macharia was found dead in her residence by family members. Police have begun an investigation into the c…
Kenyan pilgrims face travel disruption over Ebola fears
Kenyan Muslims are facing travel disruptions after Saudi Arabia suspended Umrah pilgrimages due to Ebola concerns. Over 1,000 pilgrims had booked flights and packages for the religious journey. The de…
Kenyan Muslims face travel disruption over Saudi Arabia's Ebola restrictions
Kenyan Muslims are facing travel disruptions as Saudi Arabia has suspended Umrah pilgrimages over concerns about the Ebola virus. The decision has affected hundreds of Kenyan pilgrims who had already…
Nairobi: Woman Still Trapped After Building Collapse
A 22-year-old woman remains trapped beneath the rubble of an 18-storey building that collapsed in Eastleigh, Nairobi, days after the disaster. Her family continues to hold onto hope after her mobile p…
Kenya Railways Introduces New Vehicle Freight Service on SGR
Kenya Railways has launched a new vehicle transportation service on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), aiming to move up to 700 vehicles monthly. The service began with the successful transport of 24 v…
Nairobi Senator Accuses ODM Leaders Of Insulting Raila's Widow
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna defended Mama Ida Odinga, Raila Odinga’s widow, accusing a faction of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders of insulting her. The accusation came during a political eve…
Bayern Munich and Ajax to Open Kenya's New Stadium in 2027
The Raila Odinga International Stadium in Nairobi is set to host its first major international match on January 5, 2027, featuring Bayern Munich and Ajax Amsterdam. The event marks a significant step…
Odinga calls ODM supporters from Nairobi
Odinga called ODM supporters in Nairobi from a phone line after missing a scheduled event at Jacaranda Grounds. The call came amid growing concerns about his health. Odinga had been expected to attend…
Nairobi Senator Criticizes Poor Road Conditions
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna criticized the poor condition of the Kinango-Kwale road during a public statement. He described the journey as akin to navigating hurdles, highlighting the challenges face…
5 Arrested in Kenya's Anti-Narcotics Operation
Detectives in Kenya have arrested five individuals in anti-narcotics operations across three counties. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced the arrests on Saturday, October 31, 2…
Linda Mwananchi Movement Launches Grassroots Campaign in Kwale
The Linda Mwananchi movement began its Kwale County campaign on Saturday, October 31, 2026, with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna presiding over a meeting with political aspirants. The event marked the st…
Kenyan MP Announces Major Political Move Ahead of Election
Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo announced plans for a significant political move on November 1, 2026, just one day after Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna launched the Linda Mwananchi Movement (LMM). The ann…
Nairobi Senator Accused of Orchestrating Heckling at Political Event
During a political event in Nairobi, Senator Edwin Sifuna was accused of orchestrating heckling against Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front. The incident occurred during the launch of…
High Court allows Mike Sonko to lead NEDP amid eligibility dispute
The High Court in Nairobi has ruled that Mike Sonko may continue leading the National Election and Democratic Party (NEDP) while his eligibility for political office is under review. The court decline…
Sifuna Accused Of Organizing Heckling At Political Event
At a political rally in Nairobi, Senator Samson Cherargei accused Edwin Sifuna of organizing heckling against former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka during the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Movement he…
Russia-Evacuees Arrive in Belarus Amid Ukraine Crisis
Residents from the Russian-controlled Ukrainian city of Oleshky arrived in Belarus on Saturday after being evacuated by plane, according to Belta state news agency. The evacuees, described as starving…
Kenyan man loses hand in Russia war
A Kenyan man from Kisumu lost his right hand during military service in Russia’s war against Ukraine, according to a recent account. He had traveled to Russia in July 2025 with the intention of workin…
ODM Leaders Urge Kalonzo to Join After He Heckled Linda Mwananchi Event
Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front, faced criticism from Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders after he heckled the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Movement headquarters in Nairobi.…
Nairobi: Woman's body recovered after 8 days in collapsed building
A woman's body was recovered from the rubble of a collapsed building in Nairobi after eight days of search operations. The incident occurred on 9th Street in Eastleigh, a residential area of the city.…
Nairobi-Thika Rail Upgrade to Cost Sh65 Billion
The Nairobi Central–Thika commuter railway will undergo a Sh65 billion modernisation project. The upgrade includes new stations and improved facilities along a 57-kilometre corridor. Kenya Railways Co…
Opposition leaders gather in Nairobi for Sifuna's party launch
Opposition leaders gathered in Nairobi for the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Party Headquarters and Campaign Secretariat. The event took place in Westlands on Friday, October 30, 2026. Nairobi Senator…
Sifuna Offers to Lead Coalition if Gachagua Steps Down
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has offered to step down as presidential campaign director if Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is selected to lead the coalition. The offer comes amid Sifuna’s ann…
Wife Challenges Husband Over Criticism of Senator Sifuna
Roselinda Simiyu Atwoli, wife of COTU Secretary-General Francis Atwoli, publicly challenged her husband during a political event. The confrontation occurred at the launch of the Linda Mwananchi Party…
Kenya: First Body Recovered from Collapsed Building After Weeklong Search
A collapsed building in Nairobi, Kenya, yielded its first recovered body on Friday, nearly a week after the structure crumbled. The incident left 16 people unaccounted for. Rescue teams used thermal i…
Nairobi Senator Launches Movement Headquarters Amid 2027 Ambitions
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna launched the Linda Mwananchi Movement’s headquarters in Lavington, Nairobi, as part of his growing campaign for the 2027 presidential election. The event marked a key step…
Nairobi court clears boda boda rider of murder charge
A Nairobi court has acquitted a boda boda rider of murder charges after a six-year trial. Jackson Chege was found dead in his house in Maili Saba, Dandora, on September 24, 2020. A post-mortem examina…