Benson Shikala, brother of activist Davis Lichuma: We looked everywhere for him

How woman's burial reignited a bitter 40-year land feud in Makueni

The dispute resurfaced in 2025 after Mzee Mulwa buried his wife in a corner of the contested land.

How WhatsApp will let users chat without sharing phone numbers

WhatsApp has begun letting its three billion users worldwide reserve unique usernames, allowing people to chat without ever revealing their phone numbers.

Kibabii University Advertises Teaching and Administrative Jobs; Here's How to Apply

Kibabii University has announced vacancies for qualified individuals seeking employment in both teaching and administrative positions, with applications open until Friday, July 17, 2026. In an external advertisement dated June 23, 2026, the university said the recruitment is being conducted pursuant to the Universities Act, 2012, the Kibabii University Charter, 2015, and the Kibabii University [...] The post Kibabii University Advertises Teaching and Administrative Jobs; Heres How to Apply appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Gachagua Suspends Wamunyoro Consultations to Meet Mijikenda Leaders in Coast

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has temporarily suspended his ongoing political consultations at his Wamunyoro residence to attend what he described as urgent engagements with leaders from the Coast region. In a statement shared on social media, Gachagua said he travelled to the Coast after receiving an invitation from leaders of the Mijikenda community, led [...] The post Gachagua Suspends Wamunyoro Consultations to Meet Mijikenda Leaders in Coast appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Healthcare Facilities Given Three Months to Integrate with HMIS or Risk SHA Decontracting

Healthcare providers across the country have been given three months to fully integrate their systems with the Health Management Information System (HMIS) or risk being decontracted by the Social Health Authority (SHA). The directive was issued on Monday during a stakeholder engagement forum convened jointly by the Ministry of Health, the Social Health Authority (SHA) [...] The post Healthcare Facilities Given Three Months to Integrate with HMIS or Risk SHA Decontracting appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Uproar at St George's school as parents protest inappropriate body search of girls

Learners reported that a woman without gloves groped their bodies, including privates, during...

WhatsApp to let people chat without swapping phone numbers

WhatsApp is set to let people chat without having to reveal their phone number by exchanging unique usernames instead. It will be rolled out globally to the platforms three billion account holders over the next few months, the platform said. From Monday, users will start being able to reserve a name via the app, [...] The post WhatsApp to let people chat without swapping phone numbers appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Utumishi Girls Set New Reopening Date After Govt Intervention

Parents of girls in the facility initially opposed reopening plans, accusing the government of doing little to guarantee their children's safety.

Former NFL Star Chris Johnson Reveals Devastating ALS Diagnosis: 'I Chose to Fight'

Former NFL running back Chris Johnson has revealed that he is battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), describing the diagnosis as life-changing while vowing to continue fighting the progressive disease. The former Tennessee Titans star shared the heartbreaking news during an emotional interview on Good Morning America, where he spoke candidly about his health journey, the [...] The post Former NFL Star Chris Johnson Reveals Devastating ALS Diagnosis: I Chose to Fight appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Dead Maseno University staff, land dispute and bounced court date

Investigators say the suspect accused Daniel Odhiambo of grabbing his land.

How to protect your refugee child's right to education

The Refugees Act, 2021, mandates that public authorities remove undue barriers to education.

'I left for shopkeeper job and ended up on Russia-Ukraine frontline'

Awiti says he left Kenya in 2024, believing he had secured a legitimate job.

Golden 'oldies' steal the show at 2026 World Cup

At the 2026 World Cup, the oldies, who would normally have been put to pasture, are stealing...

Inside the secret tunnels to America

San Diego cartels charge up to Sh1.3 million to smuggle a person via land and double the amount...

Inside Wetang'ula fallout with backyard Kenya Kwanza affiliates

A section of politicians from Western Kenya have questioned the Speaker's leadership style.

Ruto, Museveni & Suluhu Hit With Fresh Allegations in Explosive Statement

The three East African nations have been accused of grave human rights violations, with studies from international bodies revealing a sad reality of the situation on the ground.

How Vehicles Will Be Classified Under New NTSA Rules

Failure to abide by the new changes on the vehicle classifications by NTSA attracts a fine of up to Ksh2,000, or up to six months imprisonment.

Student dies by suicide after alleged family dispute in Homa Bay

A Form Four student at Maseno National School died from a gunshot wound in an apparent suicide after allegedly taking his father's service pistol from home in Homa Bay County. According to police, the shooting occurred at around 4 a.m. on Monday at the basketball court of Mawego National Polytechnic in Rachuonyo North Sub-county. Police [...] The post Student dies by suicide after alleged family dispute in Homa Bay appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Khamenei's Final Journey: Six Days, Two Nations, and Millions Mourn as Iran Buries Its Slain Supreme Leader

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed on February 28, 2026, at the age of 86, during a joint US-Israeli airstrike on his residence in Tehran. The attack also killed several of his family members and senior military commanders and marked the beginning of a widespread conflict in the region. Funeral Schedule: A Six-Day, Multi-City Event The [...] The post Khameneis Final Journey: Six Days, Two Nations, and Millions Mourn as Iran Buries Its Slain Supreme Leader appeared first on Kahawatungu.