Rights defenders seek justice over rising deaths in custody

Women human rights defenders in Mombasa have condemned the rising cases of deaths in police custody and alleged enforced disappearances, calling for urgent reforms, justice and accountability within the country's law enforcement agencies. The concerns were raised during a press briefing held in solidarity with mothers of victims of custodial deaths, who staged a separate...

Kenya Railways Explains Why Some SGR Economy Coaches Still Have Old Seats

Kenya Railways is rolling out major seat and coach upgrades across its Madaraka Express SGR line coaches, a process that has been long overdue.

Kileleshwa residents turn to Sifuna over development policy

Nairobi's skyline is soaring. Residents say roads, sewers and drainage are not.

Mothers protest abduction of youths in Huruma and Mathare, block vehicles from entering Parliament

Urologist: Men, here's how to properly clean your privates

The important message is: clean, but don't over-clean. The area is sensitive.

WhatsApp messages secure court victory for supplier as restaurant loses appeal

Woman who supplied groceries to a restaurant based on WhatsApp order secures victory.

Cohen murder case: Appeal Court rejects Sarah Wairimu's fresh bid for bail

Widow to remain in custody as she awaits trial over the murder of her husband Tob Cohen.

Lawyer arrested in court, charged over Sh61.8m gold scam

After year-long hunt, lawyer arrested while defending MP.

Kidnapped doctor rescued after Sh3m ransom demand, suspect arrested 

The doctor was reportedly abducted while in the company of friends at Juja City Mall.

Sh300m and a decade later, no residence for Turkana governor as contractor walks away

Project remains incomplete and the governor still resides at his private home.

Gor Mahia and Tusker land tough opponents in Caf tournaments

Kenyan champions Gor Mahia to face former African champions Pyramids FC from Egypt.

Senators furious with IG Kanja over Isiolo Governor Guyo

Inspector-General of Police faulted for failing to arrest and produce the Governor before the...

Gachagua proposes 'hyenas coalition' to beat Ruto following Duale slur

DCP leader says opposition's survival depends on forming what he called a "hyena coalition".

KDF Launches New Ammunition Production Facility

KDF is set to increase its local production capacity by 35 per cent, to up to 40,000 rounds of ammunition per year, using locally produced materials.

Rwanda's Alcohol Crackdown: 52 Brands Suspended in Major Public Health Drive

On August 5, 2026, Rwanda's Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) dropped a bombshell on the alcohol industry. In a public notice, the regulator announced the immediate suspension of 52 alcoholic beverage brands imported from six countries—Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, India, Burundi, and Poland. Importers were ordered to recall every single bottle from the market. This [...] The post Rwanda's Alcohol Crackdown: 52 Brands Suspended in Major Public Health Drive appeared first on Kahawatungu.

NTSA To Lose Key Functions Under New Proposed Law

Despite losing some of its roles, NTSA will still retain its regulatory and enforcement roles, including licensing, inspections and ensuring compliance with transport rules.

Murkomen hails elite SOG officers, says security is foundation of Kenya's economic growth

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen hailed the Special Operations Group (SOG), describing them as an elite force that plays a critical role in protecting Kenya against terrorism, organised crime and other emerging security threats. Speaking during the graduation ceremony of the 11th Special Operations Tactical Course in Samburu, Murkomen said the officers had undergone an [...] The post Murkomen hails elite SOG officers, says security is foundation of Kenya's economic growth appeared first on Kahawatungu.

UNEP commits Sh24.6 million to promote green freight along Northern Corridor

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has committed USD190,000 (approximately Sh24.6 million) to the Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA). The money is meant to finance critical studies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from heavy-duty freight vehicles operating along the Northern Corridor-one of East Africa's busiest trade routes. The funding will...

Govt reaffirms commitment to strengthen vaccine research, local manufacturing

The government has reiterated its commitment to advancing Kenya's vaccine ecosystem by strengthening the link between research, development and industrial-scale production to support national health priorities. Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, joined his counterpart in the State Department for Science, Research and Innovation, Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak, during an inaugural meeting focused on...

Ruhamya Kainerugaba Graduates from Royal Military Academy Sandhurst

Ruhamya Kainerugaba, son of Ugandas Chief of Defence Forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has graduated from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in England. He completed the academys Officer Cadet Course and graduated on August 5, 2026. Ruhamya graduated alongside fellow Ugandan Officer Cadet Bakira Ruyondo. The two were among hundreds of officer cadets who passed out [...] The post Ruhamya Kainerugaba Graduates from Royal Military Academy Sandhurst appeared first on Kahawatungu.