Policing the police with drones and body cameras: IPOA's surveillance push sparks fierce debate ahead of 2027 elections

The aggressive tech push comes amidst mounting public pressure.

Woman loses bid to exhume ex-lover's body for DNA test in bitter inheritance battle

Mbuva failed to prove either Kamba customary rites or a public presumption of marriage.

Why many sexual violence cases in Kenya never reach the headlines

Researchers urge newsrooms to prioritise survivor-centred reporting and expose corruption...

State seeks Sh2.7 billion for AI surveillance on social media, communication centre

Sh400 million is needed specifically to monitor citizen sentiment on digital spaces.

UDA's Omar Hassan apologises over controversial tribal remarks he made in Mombasa

High Court recalls grant given to marathoner Samuel Wanjiru's widow

The vast estate must now be held in trust for the athlete's three children.

Why 80pc of A students missed out on university medicine placements

Mismatch between huge demand and limited training capacity has left many frustrated.

FKF and SJAK Mourn Veteran Football Commentator Diblo Kaberia

The Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK) and the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) have mourned the death of veteran radio presenter and Swahili football commentator Diblo Kaberia, also known as Paul Kimani Kaberia. In a statement on Sunday, May 24, 2026, SJAK President James Waindi said Kaberia died early in the morning while receiving treatment [...] The post FKF and SJAK Mourn Veteran Football Commentator Diblo Kaberia appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Former MP's Son Killed

The death of the Former MP's son is attributed to the rising cases of criminal gangs in the area, with Boda boda riders taking all the blame.

EACC goes after Kajiado County officials, over Sh463 million graft

The corrupt tender network continued seamlessly across different regimes.

Lobby sues State over underfunding of political parties

The High Court has frozen the ordinary budget timeline.

Ruto plots to inherit Raila Coast votes as he tours region

Joho has emerged as Ruto's chief campaigner in the region, publicly declaring that the Coast is...

Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated', would reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran's state media fiercely contested his narrative.

Talk of town: MP rushed to emergency room after self-medication overdose

He was found in a semi-unresponsive state after allegedly overdosing on sexual enhancement drugs.

Security Breach as Civilian Storms Ruto's Podium in Kilifi

Ruto, among other leaders, was attending a Thanksgiving service for Youth Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs in Kilifi County.

Nigeria's President Tinubu to run for re-election

Nigerias President Bola Tinubu will run for re-election in January, with the leader of Africas most populous nation set to be named his partys candidate on Sunday. After passing the formality of primaries for his All Progressives Congress (APC), Tinubu will be anointed the partys candidate for the 2027 presidential race at a ceremony in [...] The post Nigerias President Tinubu to run for re-election appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Former MP Were's son dies after attack in Kisumu

Police are investigating an incident where former Matungu Member of Parliament David Were lost his son following a brutal night attack in Kisumu. Hannington Were, 39, died after he and a friend were attacked late Saturday night while walking along Nyerere Road towards Mamba Hotel to buy food, according to witnesses and family members. The [...] The post Former MP Were's son dies after attack in Kisumu appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Ruto's Home Township Among Six Set for Town Status Upgrade

The aim is to bring development and investment closer to the people, following Eldoret's confirmation as a city a few years ago.

YG Net Worth: How Rich Is the Rapper YG?

YG is an American rapper with an estimated net worth of $6 million. He rose to fame with a series of West Coast hip-hop hits including "Toot It and Boot It," "My Nigga," and "Big Bank," establishing himself as one of the defining voices of modern Compton rap. Signed to Def Jam Recordings, YG released [...] The post YG Net Worth: How Rich Is the Rapper YG? appeared first on Kahawatungu.

UDA SG Omar apologizes over remarks seen divisive

UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar issued an apology and clarification over remarks he said were misinterpreted and taken out of context, insisting he did not intend to demean or target any community. In a statement dated May 24, 2026, Omar said his comments were made within the context of his long-standing advocacy on historical land [...] The post UDA SG Omar apologizes over remarks seen divisive appeared first on Kahawatungu.