Kakamega County Governor Fernandes Barasa has unveiled a bold initiative to rejuvenate agricultural livelihoods by deploying an agripreneur model—a cadre of trained youth extension agents aimed at transforming smallholder farming into a sustainable, market-oriented enterprise. Under this model, Barasa’s administration plans to recruit and mobilize agripreneurs across the county—following national trends seen in counties like […]
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, also Deputy Party Leader of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP‑K), has reignited internal tensions by calling for bold reforms to reposition the party as a national political force. Speaking on July 29, 2025, Natembeya acknowledged a polarized mood within DAP‑K—between conservative members who oppose expansion and those championing […]
As Homa Bay gears up to host Kenya’s 2025 Devolution Conference, the town has transformed into a hive of activity and anticipation. Scheduled from 12th to 15th August, the event is expected to draw at least 10,000 delegates, including Cabinet Secretaries, county leaders, civil society, private sector stakeholders, and international guests. Local markets are bustling, […]
A dramatic clash unfolded in Senate on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, when Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale stunned the chamber by accusing National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula of acting as an agent of the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Standing amid tense silence, Khalwale charged Wetang’ula with aligning himself exclusively with UDA, arguing that he had […]
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has officially announced a Special National Delegates Conference (NDC) for the Jubilee Party, scheduled to take place at the Jockey Club in Nairobi later this month. The announcement was made through a notice dated August 5, 2025, in which Uhuru, who also serves as the party leader, issued a 21-day formal […]
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has become the center of a heated national question: Can political protests justify the revocation of his pension? The controversy escalated when Deputy Speaker Gladys Shollei publicly accused Maraga of hypocrisy—calling him out for receiving a taxpayer-funded pension while participating in protests she claims mislead youth and damage property However, […]
Kenyan comedian Zakaria Kariuki, popularly known as KK Mwenyewe, has died at the age of 22 after a short illness. His death was confirmed by his fellow comedian and close friend, Kafengo, who shared the sad news on social media. Kariuki passed away on Monday night while receiving treatment at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital. In […]
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged Parliament to develop a clear and comprehensive law to govern peaceful protests in Kenya. Speaking during a visit to traders whose businesses were destroyed during recent demonstrations, Murkomen stressed that the government does not have a budget to compensate victims of protest-related losses. He argued that while the […]
In a shocking turn of events at the Club World Cup in Orlando, Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal eliminated European champions Manchester City in a dramatic 4–3 victory after extra time. City took the lead early on through Bernardo Silva in the ninth minute, though Al-Hilal players protested a possible handball in the buildup — protests […]
A High Court bench, led by Justice Chacha Mwita, has demanded that the Inspector‑General of Police, Douglas Kanja, and DCI Director Mohammed Amin produce the disappeared IT activist and blogger, Ndiang’ui Kinyagia, “dead or alive.” The directive came after neither the IG nor the DCI head appeared in court on July 1 to explain Kinyagia’s whereabouts. Kinyagia, a software developer, vanished […]