Truck Driver Mwaniki Wins KES 102M SportPesa Mega Jackpot After 20 Years on the Road
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 30 – For nearly two decades, 47-year-old Peter Mwaniki’s life was defined by the endless stretch of asphalt, long shifts, and the heavy burden of providing for his family behind the wheel of a commercial truck. That routine changed overnight when a Sunday football prediction ticket transformed him into Kenya’s newest multimillionaire….
Women Leaders and Peace Actors Demand Inclusive Electoral Reforms and Zero Tolerance for Political Violence Ahead of 2027 Polls
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 30 – In a unified call for democratic integrity, civil society networks, women leaders, and peace actors across Kenya have raised serious concerns over proposed electoral amendments, escalating political violence targeting women and youth and unaddressed high campaign costs ahead of the 2027 General Elections. Speaking at a joint press conference in…
Kenya’s Electoral Stakeholders Sign Peace Charter to Safeguard 2027 General Election
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 28 – Key electoral, security, and human rights bodies in Kenya convened stakeholders in Nairobi on October 27 to examine emerging electoral risks, strengthen early warning mechanisms and response mechanisms, promote accountability among electoral actors and explore practical measures to prevent electoral violence ahead of 2027 General Election. During the multi-agency forum…
KEMSA Hands Over Refurbished Medicine Store at Port Reitz Hospital to Boost Medicine Safety and Quality in Mombasa
MOMBASA, Kenya, Oct 28 – The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has officially handed over a newly refurbished medicine store at Port Reitz Sub-County Hospital in Mombasa County. The milestone initiative is designed to strengthen Good Storage Practices (GSP), safeguard the quality and efficacy of essential drugs, and elevate overall medical commodity management at the…
LSK Flags Off Nationwide 2026 Legal Awareness Week to Expand Access to Justice
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 27 – The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has officially launched the 2026 Legal Awareness Week at the Milimani Law Courts, unveiling a week-long initiative aimed at breaking down barriers to legal services and defending fundamental constitutional rights across the country. Running nationwide from October 26 to October 30, 2026, this year’s…
Government Clears the Air on Election Law Allegations, Aberdares Logging, Eastleigh Collapse and Ebola
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 26 – The Government through the Spokesperson Mr. Charles Owino has issued a comprehensive statement addressing several major national issues, clearing up reports regarding the mandatory livestreaming of election results, tree felling in the Aberdares Forest, ongoing rescue efforts in Eastleigh, the Ebola situation, and the kickoff of national school assessments. Election…
Kiptum, Rotich Crowned Champions as 23rd Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon Draws Record 30,700 Runners
PHOTO: Abraham Kiptum winner of men’s 42km race at Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon 2026 NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 25 – On a brisk morning along the Southern Bypass, framed by the sweeping backdrop of the Nairobi National Park, Abraham Kiptum and Mercy Rotich crossed the finish line to take the top honors at the 23rd edition…
Faith Leaders Demand Just Climate Action and Debt-Free Financing Ahead of COP31
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 24 – Ahead of the upcoming United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), faith leaders and community representatives from across Africa have issued a unified, passionate call for just climate implementation, demanding an immediate shift from unfulfilled pledges to tangible, grant-based financing and frontline action. The declaration emerged following an intensive, day-and-a-half convening…
AA Kenya Celebrates Road Safety Champions as MD Francis Theuri Rallies for Stronger Public-Private Synergies
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 24 – Automobile Association (AA) Kenya has officially recognized and honored outstanding individuals, corporates, and community leaders championing road safety at the prestigious Road Safety Excellence Awards 2026. Held at the Serena Hotel in Nairobi, the event convened key stakeholders across government, civil society, the private sector, and the transport industry to…
Nairobi Trust Summit Adopts 29-Point Call to Action, Proposes UN Global Trust Facility
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 23 – The inaugural Trust Summit 2026 concluded today in Nairobi with the adoption of the historic Nairobi Call to Action on Global Trust. The 29-point agreement proposes ambitious new international mechanisms aimed at restoring faith in public institutions, reforming global governance, and financing initiatives to bridge the growing worldwide trust deficit….
