Why Sifuna picked TEP for his 2027 presidential contest

TEP founding leaders stepped aside paving the way for Sifuna to take over as party leader.

Panic as Fire Breaks Out Inside School Dormitory

The Sunday evening incident prompted a swift response from the local community, who attempted to put out the blaze.

Parking fee dispute leaves 40-year-old man dead in Mombasa

A 40-year-old parking attendant died after he was allegedly overpowered and fatally injured during a fight over parking fees in Kianjaro area of Shimanzi, Mombasa County. The deceased, identified as Evans Odhiambo, was involved in a disagreement with a fellow parking attendant over payment of a parking fee for a trailer at around 12:10am on [...] The post Parking fee dispute leaves 40-year-old man dead in Mombasa appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Three-year-old boy drowns in fish pond in Embu

A three-year-old boy drowned after accidentally falling into a fish pond at his family home in Mbukoli Village, Nembure Sub-County, Embu County. The incident occurred on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at around 2:30pm, according to a police report filed at Nembure Police Station. Police said the boy was playing beside the fish pond when he [...] The post Three-year-old boy drowns in fish pond in Embu appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Ethiopian rebel forces withdraw from Tigray regional capital

Rebel forces in Ethiopias northern Tigray region have said they have temporarily withdrawn from the regional capital, Mekelle, as fighting with the national army moves towards the city. The Tigray Peoples Liberation Front (TPLF), which has been running the region, said its decision to relocate was made because of concerns about risks to civilians. Two [...] The post Ethiopian rebel forces withdraw from Tigray regional capital appeared first on Kahawatungu.

17-year-old boy dies after attack by group of youths in Migori

A 17-year-old boy died after allegedly being attacked and stabbed by a group of youths in Kuria East, Migori County. The deceased was attacked on Saturday evening, October 3, 2026, before being rushed to Getende Nursing Home for treatment. According to police, the boy's uncle received information at around 7pm that his nephew had been [...] The post 17-year-old boy dies after attack by group of youths in Migori appeared first on Kahawatungu.

High Court declares house bought during courtship not matrimonial property, awards expatriate sole ownership

The High Court in Nairobi ruled that a house acquired by a couple during their courtship did not constitute matrimonial property, awarding sole ownership to the man after finding that his former wife had not proved any contribution towards its purchase. Justice Robinson Ondieki Kebabee of the Milimani High Court Family Division ruled that House [...] The post High Court declares house bought during courtship not matrimonial property, awards expatriate sole ownership appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Victorious Karan ends ARC season with third career ARC title in Tanzania

Karan Patel ended the 2026 FIA African Rally Championship (ARC) season on a high, sealing his third career continental title with a perfect four-from-four winning record at the 2026 ARC Serengeti Rally of Tanzania. Karan, navigated by Tauseef Khan in a Skoda Fabia Rally2, won in Tanzania on Sunday to add to his earlier victories [...] The post Victorious Karan ends ARC season with third career ARC title in Tanzania appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Yemen announces military campaign to reclaim land from Iran-backed Houthis

Yemens Saudi-backed government has announced a major military operation to retake territory from the Iran-backed Houthis. It comes after an exchange of strikes between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition in recent days. On Sunday, the Houthis said they had struck sites belonging to Saudi national oil company Aramco. The group said the attack was [...] The post Yemen announces military campaign to reclaim land from Iran-backed Houthis appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Sifuna launches Equitable Party, unveils plans for new political movement ahead of 2027

Linda Mwananchi luminary Senator Edwin Sifuna formally launched the Equitable Party of Kenya, positioning the outfit as a new political vehicle for citizens seeking what he described as constitutional governance, accountability and equitable development ahead of the 2027 General Election. Speaking during the party's launch, Sifuna said the formation of the new political outfit marked [...] The post Sifuna launches Equitable Party, unveils plans for new political movement ahead of 2027 appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Flavio Bolsonaro's 63% Chance of Winning the Election—and What It Really Means

Brazil is voting today, and the prediction markets have a clear favorite: Flavio Bolsonaro. On Polymarket, the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro sits at about 63% odds of winning. President Lula sits at about 37%. That gap looks huge. It is not a poll. Prediction markets are banned in Brazil, and they measure money [...] The post Flavio Bolsonaro's 63% Chance of Winning the Election—and What It Really Means appeared first on Kahawatungu.

When pilgrimage turns into tragedy, revisiting past cases

The journey has acquired another meaning: the moment a loved one left home and never returned.

Cohen, Wairimu marriage: Inside the fights, police calls and final hours

The marriage between Cohen and Sarah Wairimu was marked by disputes.

Sifuna unveils his political party

Survey: Ruto commands lead, Sifuna surges

Latest Politrack Africa survey puts the President at 45.1 percent, his highest recorded figure...

Lamu Port breaks record as 5,200 containers discharged from one ship

The milestone was set by MV Hamouna, a 366-metre container vessel, arriving from China.

Pastor denies daughter was involved as youth protest outside Buruburu church over bullying video

The incident sparked outrage among Kenyans amid claims one of the assailants was a regular at...

Elders crown Winnie Odinga as Raila's political heir

The ceremony took place at her father's Opoda Farm.

Courts want Sh50.7 billion to prepare for 2027 polls, reduce backlogs

Judiciary has proposed a Sh50.7 billion budget for the 2027/28 financial year.

Sifuna Announces Upcoming Changes to TEP Moments After Being Named Party Leader

Nairobi Senator and 2027 Presidential aspirant Edwin Sifuna has revealed more plans to cushion his 2027 presidential ambitions, after months-long party name disputes.