African Cycling Championships brings business boon to Kisumu, but not everyone is smiling

Rroad closures leave some traders struggling.

Ruto: Kenyans earning Sh32,333 per month or less will not pay PAYE

Mbadi: Bill effecting Ruto's PAYE order will be tabled next week

The proposed law will scrap personal relief and raise the tax exemption ceiling to Sh32,333.

Mosiria: How my fallout with Governor Sakaja started

The former City Hall chief officer traces his sacking to a three-year feud.

Preparations for the first Kisumu Talent Conference in top gear

Preparations for the inaugural World Talent Conference (WTC 2026) in Kisumu are in high gear, with more than 5,000 delegates expected to attend the five-day event. The conference, scheduled for next week from October 26 to 30, will be hosted by the African Talent University (TATU) in partnership with the County Government of Kisumu and...

Anti-Counterfeit Authority seizes 39,580 litres of illicit brew

The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has seized more than 39,580 litres of illicit brew and over 5,555 bottles of suspected counterfeit alcohol in a nationwide crackdown that resulted in 36 arrests and apprehensions. ACA Board Chairperson Nelson Ributhi Gaichuhie said multi-agency operations conducted in Nairobi between August 20 and September 3, 2026, targeted illegal alcohol trade...

Kericho records low voter registration

Kericho County Commissioner (CC) Omari Ali has raised concern over low voter registration, revealing that only 1,048 people had registered in the preceding three months against a target of 235,000 new voters, ahead of the next general election. Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations at Kapsaos Division in Kericho East Sub-County, Ali urged chiefs, elders, political...

Police, IPOA launch investigations into arrest of Citizen TV journalist Francis Odee

The National Police Service (NPS) has launched investigations into the arrest of Citizen TV journalist Francis Odee in Nairobi amid growing concerns over the treatment of journalists covering public demonstrations. In a statement, the NPS said its Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) had commenced investigations to establish the facts and circumstances surrounding Odee's arrest and determine [...] The post Police, IPOA launch investigations into arrest of Citizen TV journalist Francis Odee appeared first on Kahawatungu.

First quarantined Ebola contacts prepare to go home

Kenya confirmed nine cases of Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD), with health authorities reporting no evidence of community transmission as the country enters Day 17 of its response to the outbreak. In an update issued on Thursday, October 22, 2026, Health Director-General Dr Patrick Amoth said all 14 samples collected and tested from alerts reported across [...] The post First quarantined Ebola contacts prepare to go home appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Court rejects bail for Chinese national facing extradition to Uganda

The Chief Magistrate's Court at Milimani has rejected a renewed bail application by Chinese national Chen Guang, alias Alex, for the second time as he awaits extradition proceedings to Uganda, where he is wanted to face 31 criminal charges. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) successfully opposed the application, arguing that the circumstances that previously [...] The post Court rejects bail for Chinese national facing extradition to Uganda appeared first on Kahawatungu.

DCI, DEA deepen partnership in fight against drug trafficking

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC), marking a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral collaboration and enhancing the capacity of law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking and the illicit narcotics trade. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Director DCI Mohamed Amin, [...] The post DCI, DEA deepen partnership in fight against drug trafficking appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Why walkability matters and why I invested in Nairobi CBD walkways, Sakaja

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has called on residents to protect and maintain the city's newly improved cabro walkways, saying the county is investing in pedestrian infrastructure to make Nairobi more accessible, safer and attractive to visitors. Sakaja said the county's investment in non-motorised transport infrastructure was driven by the need to provide a better walking [...] The post Why walkability matters and why I invested in Nairobi CBD walkways, Sakaja appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Defenders Coalition condemns assault, arrest of Citizen TV journalist during Nairobi fuel protests

The Defenders Coalition has condemned the alleged harassment, physical assault and arrest of Citizen TV journalist Francis Odee while covering demonstrations against rising fuel prices in Nairobi's Central Business District. In a statement, the human rights organisation expressed concern over the use of force and intimidation against journalists performing their professional duties, warning that such [...] The post Defenders Coalition condemns assault, arrest of Citizen TV journalist during Nairobi fuel protests appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Two killed in attack on airport in eastern Saudi Arabia, authorities say

Two people were killed and eight others injured in an attack on an airport in Dammam, eastern Saudi Arabia on Wednesday evening, the kingdoms General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) says. Those killed at King Fahd International Airport were a Saudi citizen and an Indian resident, while the injured were Saudi, Indian, Yemeni, Bangladeshi and [...] The post Two killed in attack on airport in eastern Saudi Arabia, authorities say appeared first on Kahawatungu.

IG raises concern over police assault on Citizen Tv journalist covering fuel protests

The Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja has expressed concern over the alleged manhandling of a journalist by police officers in Nairobi while covering demonstrations against the high cost of fuel. In a communication issued to police commanders, the Inspector-General said the incident, captured in footage aired by mainstream media, had portrayed the National Police Service [...] The post IG raises concern over police assault on Citizen Tv journalist covering fuel protests appeared first on Kahawatungu.

El Salvador's president threatens Haitian gangs over military hostages

El Salvadors president has said he has launched a military operation to rescue four air force personnel who have been missing in Haiti since Sunday. Nayib Bukele wrote in a post on X that Wednesdays attack was nothing compared with what would happen if all the hostages who he said were not combatants [...] The post El Salvadors president threatens Haitian gangs over military hostages appeared first on Kahawatungu.

US embassy accuses Canada of election meddling ahead of midterms

The US Embassy in Ottawa has accused Canadian officials of election meddling ahead of the November midterms. The embassy said Canadian leaders have brushed off concerns over potential interference, and that ministers and premiers openly describe plans to influence American politics in official documents and public appearances. Canadian leaders, including Prime Minister Mark Carney, have [...] The post US embassy accuses Canada of election meddling ahead of midterms appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Uasin Gishu parents urged to protect children during long holiday

Uasin Gishu County Commissioner Dr Eddyson Nyale has warned parents and guardians that they risk legal action for child neglect if their children are found loitering, abusing drugs or engaging in other inappropriate behaviours during the ongoing long school holiday. Speaking at Comido School in Huruma Estate, Eldoret City, during a prayer day and pre-school...

Coffee auction earnings rise to Sh879.6 million as sales volume increases.

Coffee sales at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) rose to Sh879.6 million in this week's auction conducted on Wednesday, up from Sh692.5 million recorded the previous week, driven by an increase in the volume of coffee traded. A total of 17,442 bags were sold in the auction, compared with 14,975 bags in the preceding sale,...

Barno clinches Nandi Kosyin Golf Cup

Golfer Elly Barno emerged overall winner of the Nandi Kosyin Golf Cup after an impressive performance at the Nandi Bears Club, setting the stage for an exciting contest in the upcoming Nandi Shield Open. Barno carded a gross score of 88 and a net score of 66 to claim the Championship, beating a field of...