Why are Kenya’s youth taking to the streets against President William Ruto?

Kenya is witnessing a sustained wave of youth-led demonstrations that have evolved into a major political and human rights crisis. Originally sparked by economic grievances and a proposed tax law, the protests have since broadened into widespread...

Kenya Railways Now Issues Notice to Stranded SGR Commuters

Kenya Railways has now provided an alternative means of travel to commuters who were left stranded due to the suspension of the 10pm Madaraka Express from Mombasa to Nairobi on Sunday. In a statement released early Sunday morning, passengers with...

Kenya’s police still kill with impunity. What needs to be done to stop them?

Days ahead of the first anniversary in Kenya of the Gen Z-led anti-government protests that resulted in at least 60 deaths and displays of police brutality, news broke that Albert Ojwang, a young Kenyan blogger, had died in police detention. Kamau...

Kenya Railways resumes train service with 'mechanism to transport all affected passengers'

Kenya Railways has announced the resumption of operations for the Mombasa to Nairobi Madaraka Express passenger train after cancellation on Sunday night. In a statement, the railway operator said the train will depart from Mombasa at 8 a.m. on...

Republic of Korea rice donation provides critical boost to WFP's emergency response for refugees in Kenya

NAIROBI – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomed a contribution of 23,268 metric tons of rice from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) of the Republic of Korea, valued at US$18 million, to support the food...

Kenya Highlights Dangers of Plastic Pollution as Canada Awaits Court Ruling

By Frank Burkybile As the Canadian government awaits a court ruling on its ban on single-use plastics, Kenya offers a real-life illustration of the severe yet overlooked impact of plastic pollution far from global headlines. In late 2023,...

Kenya protests

CNN — At least 11 people died and more than 500 were arrested in anti-government protests across Kenya on Monday, according to the country’s National Police Service. Kenyan police used tear gas and water cannon on protesters marking the 35th...

Nairobi gripped by tension as saba saba protests trigger roadblocks, business closures

Upper hill, Nairobi: Motorists directed to use alternative routes. [David Gichuru] Nairobi awoke to a city under siege today morning as heightened security measures and widespread disruptions marked the lead up to the planned Saba Saba protests....

Erastus Ethekon Sworn In as New IEBC Chair as Kenya Rebuilds Electoral Body

Nairobi -Kenya’s electoral commission finally has a full team in office after months of court battles and political wrangling. Erastus Edung Ethekon was sworn in on Friday as the new chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries...

Kenya’s Shirika Plan: A New Dawn for Refugee Rights and Integration

Africa, Armed Conflicts, Development & Aid, Featured, Headlines, Human Rights, Humanitarian Emergencies, Migration & Refugees, Peace, Sustainable Development Goals, TerraViva United Nations, Youth Migration & Refugees Refugees gather to give their...

Kenya human rights watchdog says 10 killed, 29 hurt in anti-government protests

Kenya Railways suspends Madaraka Express train service from Mombasa to Nairobi...

Passengers travelling from Mombasa to Nairobi via the Madaraka Express train have been forced to cancel their trip on Sunday, July 6. Kenya Railways MD Philip Mainga (l) speaking at a past event. Madarka Express train. Photo: Kenya Railways....

Odibets Kenya Launches Exciting Evolution Spin Gifts Campaign

Odibets Kenya is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Evolution Spin Gifts campaign, offering players across its online casino, a chance to win exciting rewards through free spins on selected games. The promotion, which runs...

Family theatre show about trees heading to Edinburgh Fringe Festival

The Last Tree Theatre Project is the latest work by Grace Whitty, a theatre maker from Wolvercote in Oxfordshire. The show blends clowning, puppetry, song, dance, and storytelling to explore environmental themes. It began as The Last Baobab Tree...

Kenya Protests

Kenya’s Samman Vohra racks up maiden international win in Rwanda as Nikhil wins ARC3

Samman Vohra chalked-up his maiden international win in the 2025 edition of the FIA African Rally Championship (ARC) Rwanda Mountain Gorilla Rally which culminated in Eastern Province district of Bugesera. Navigated by Briton Drew Sturrock behind...

Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon Shatters Women’s 1,500m World Record

Kenya’s three-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon broke her own women’s 1,500 metres world record on Saturday, clocking a stunning 3 minutes 48.68 seconds at the Diamond League meeting in Eugene, Oregon. Kipyegon improved on the previous record...

Officials and young protesters in Kenya navigate strained relationship

Kenya (MNN) — Young protesters and established leaders in Kenya continue to clash. A local partner with FMI says the streets of Nairobi are calm again after nationwide protests on Monday turned deadly. But the unrest is not over. Bruce Allen with...

KDF and Kenya Prisons ready for Mombasa leg

KDF's Victor Odhiambo (left) and Hassan Wanende of Busia County in a past action. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] After missing the first leg of the National Boxing League that was held in Busia, defending champions Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) and Kenya...

Kenya Railways suspends 10PM Madaraka Express over technical fault

Kenya Railways has announced the temporary suspension of the 10:00 PM Madaraka Express passenger train service from Mombasa to Nairobi, citing technical issues. The decision, communicated through a public notice on Sunday evening, affects...