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Safaricom Gains 5.5 Million Subscribers as Kenya’s Mobile Market Hits 84.1 Million

The latest sector statistics from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) for the Third Quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year (January–March 2026) show significant growth in active mobile subscriptions, which…

MP ON THE RUN: Dramatic Manhunt After Gunfire Erupts at Nakuru Political Rally

A dramatic police manhunt is underway for Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai after a political rally spiralled into chaos, leaving three people with gunshot wounds and exposing deepening fault lines…

Revealed: Why Orengo Impeachment Bid was Hastily Disbanded

What began as the most serious attempt yet to unseat Siaya Governor James Orengo has unraveled into a revealing case study of power, rivalry, and backroom negotiation—exposing how elite interests…

KES 280,000 a Day Lost: SIBOWASCO, Water Police Launch Major Crackdown on Illegal Connections in Siaya

A sweeping enforcement operation has been launched across Siaya County after authorities uncovered a massive water theft network draining KES 280,000 daily from the public system. The Siaya-Bondo Water and…

Kenya’s Bloated Parliament Under Fire: Finance Bill Vote Sparks Fresh Debate on Costly Leadership

By Austine Ogollah The controversial Finance Bill 2026 vote has ignited a fierce national debate over the size, cost, and efficiency of Kenya’s political leadership, raising a critical question: Does…

Sifuna Ousted from Key Senate Energy Committee in Sweeping House Shake-up

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has been kicked out of the influential Senate Energy Committee in a sweeping reconstitution of House committees, signaling shifting political tides within Parliament. The changes, announced…

KSh 8.3M IMPREST SCANDAL: Ex-County Director Arraigned Over “Ghost” Trips to Dubai, Mombasa

A former senior county official is now at the center of a multimillion-shilling corruption storm after being arraigned in court over alleged fraudulent claims tied to trips he never attended.…

Ruto to G-7: “Africa is the Future” — Kenya Pushes for End to Exploitative Global Partnerships

President William Ruto has issued a bold call for a reset in global economic relations, urging world powers to abandon extractive engagements with Africa and embrace partnerships built on equality,…

Development Must Not Cut Off Life: Siaya Moves to End Destruction of Water-pipes Affecting 50,000 People

In a bold and long-overdue intervention, the County Government of Siaya has moved to halt the costly and disruptive cycle of road construction projects destroying critical water infrastructure, leaving tens…

Siaya Eyes Revenue Boost as New Property Valuation Roll Nears Completion

Siaya County is on the brink of a major revenue transformation following significant progress in the preparation of a new Draft Valuation Roll aimed at modernizing property rate collection and…

Hidden Billions: Sh280bn Diaspora Cash Finally Exposed in Kenya’s Shadow Economy

Kenya’s diaspora remittance story has taken a dramatic twist after the revelation that an estimated Sh280 billion in “hidden” inflows—previously unaccounted for—has been quietly entering the economy outside formal channels.…

TRILLION-DOLLAR SHOCKER: Elon Musk’s One-Day $164.8B Gain Outstrips Mukesh Ambani’s Entire Fortune

The world of wealth has entered uncharted territory—and at its center stands Elon Musk. In a financial moment that has stunned markets and ignited global debate, Musk became the world’s…

NO WATER, NO ROAD: Fury in Bondo as KeRRA Project Cuts Off Lifeline for 1,300 Residents

BONDO, SIAYA COUNTY — What was meant to be a transformative road project in Bondo has spiralled into a full-blown crisis after more than 1,300 residents were left without clean…

Give Me 5 Years and I’ll Fix Kenya, Maraga Declares War on Impunity in Bold 2027 Bid

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has fired the clearest shot yet at President William Ruto’s administration, vowing to rebuild what he termed a “demolished nation” within a single five-year presidential…

David Ochieng for Siaya Governor — Does he have the Chutzpah to pull it through?

In Siaya County, political loyalty has long followed a script—one written in orange. For over a decade, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party has not just dominated elections; it has…

Mbadi was not Raila’s Choice for Treasury CS, President Ruto Reveals

President William Ruto has lifted the lid on a pivotal behind-the-scenes decision that shaped Kenya’s current power structure, revealing he overruled Raila Odinga to appoint John Mbadi as Cabinet Secretary…

REVENGE, POWER AND AN UNPAID BILL: Inside the Karen Nyamu Saga That Sparked a National Integrity Debate

What began as a seemingly ordinary day for a small hotel owner in Nairobi has spiralled into a gripping national controversy—drawing in powerful politicians, raising legal questions, and igniting debate…

Measured Relief in Sight: CS Wandayi Charts Clear Path to Lower Fuel Prices for Kenyans

Kenyans can expect fuel price relief soon — but through a carefully managed, sustainable approach designed to protect both consumers and the energy sector. Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has…

EYEWITNESS TO HORROR: Court Hears Chilling Account That Could Crack Cohen Murder Case

The murder trial of Dutch tycoon Tob Cohen has taken a dramatic turn, with court proceedings revealing the existence of a crucial eyewitness whose testimony is painting a disturbing picture…

Trade Fair, Thin Impact: Siaya Youth Still Waiting for Real Empowerment

The banners were bold, the speeches optimistic, and the exhibition stands buzzing with youthful energy. At the Youth in Agribusiness Trade Fair held at Siaya National Polytechnic, the Nyalore administration…

SIAYA SENATE SHOCKER: Little-Known Zacky Masiro Emerges as Dark Horse as Oburu, Rasanga and Okelo Battle for Supremacy

As political heavyweights lock horns for the Siaya Senate seat, an unexpected name is quietly disrupting the calculations of seasoned strategists and grassroots power brokers alike. The race for the…

In the Shadows of Power: Fred Ojode Sirkal

In every political administration there are the public faces, and then there are the individuals who work behind the scenes ensuring the machinery of power runs smoothly. In Siaya County,…

Migori Industrial Park Nears Completion as PS Omollo Projects 30,000 New Jobs

Migori County is on the cusp of an economic transformation after Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo announced that the Migori County Aggregation and Industrial Park has entered its final phase…

Siaya Unveils KSh 17.6M Clean Energy & Waste Project to Transform Mbaga Mission Complex

The County Government of Siaya has launched an ambitious KSh 17.6 million clean cooking and waste management project at Mbaga Mission Complex, marking a significant milestone in locally driven climate…

DCI Cracks Down on Hate Speech: ‘Bunge la Mwananchi’ Speaker Arrested Over Explosive Remarks

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has intensified its crackdown on hate speech and incitement ahead of the 2027 General Election, arresting a prominent Bunge la Mwananchi speaker in Nakuru…

GEM 2027: High-Stakes Showdown as Ombaka, Wanga and Opot Close In on Embattled Incumbent

Youth revolt, fading party loyalty and rising local issues reshape one of Siaya’s most volatile political battlegrounds The race for the Gem Constituency parliamentary seat has ignited far earlier than…

From the Annals of History – Ambrose Ofafa: The Assassination That Tested Kenya’s Unity

In the turbulent years of colonial Kenya, when suspicion and rebellion gripped the land, the fatal shooting of Ambrose Michael Ofafa sent shockwaves across communities and exposed the dangerous depths…

Safaricom Dismisses M-PESA Delay Claims as SIM Swap Fraud Case Raises Fresh Alarm

Telecommunications giant Safaricom has dismissed claims of delays in M-PESA transaction notifications, pushing back against growing customer concerns raised on social media. The response comes after a user publicly complained…

Atandi Meets Criticism at Home even as Star Rises Nationally

Alego-Usonga MP Samuel Onunga Atandi is increasingly finding himself caught between two contrasting realities — a rising national profile and a restless, dissatisfied electorate back home. On Friday, the legislator,…

DCI Debunks Viral ‘Assassination’ Claims in Raila Odinga Death, Urges Public Restraint

Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed as false and misleading a viral social media post alleging foul play in the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, warning…