A new opinion survey has placed Embakasi East Member of Parliament Paul Ongili, popularly known as Babu Owino, in the lead in the early race for the Nairobi gubernatorial seat ahead of the 2027 General Election. the is accoring to the survey by the Centre for African Progress (CAP). Presenting the findings on Friday…
Civil society organisations (CSOs), youth and women’s movements, and labour unions have issued a strong call for renewed democratic accountability, respect for institutions, and citizen-led reform during an Inter-Sectorial Leadership Retreat held at Lukenya Gateaway. The retreat, convened under the theme “From Protest to Organization: Resourcing Courageous Citizenship and Democratic Renewal,” brought together key stakeholders…
Residents of Nairobi have been urged to remain vigilant and prioritize safety following flooding in several parts of the city caused by ongoing heavy rains. Authorities and traffic advisories indicate that key roads have been affected, with motorists specifically warned to avoid Waiyaki Way near the University of Nairobi and the Westlands Roundabout, where sections…
When Sadiq Kamulali stepped off the plane in Nairobi this week, he wasn’t arriving for another long-haul assignment from Mombasa. Instead, he arrived as a guest of honour a man whose ordinary Sunday morning had quietly turned into a life-changing moment. At exactly 6:44am on February 8, 2026, Sadiq placed a KSh100 betslip on betPawa…
The Kenya Aviation Workers Union has issued a seven-day strike notice, accusing the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) of reneging on a return-to-work agreement and undermining ongoing collective bargaining negotiations. Speaking during a press briefing, Union Secretary General Amos Ndiema said a conciliation meeting held between union officials and KCAA management had collapsed after the…
Civil society leaders during a press briefing in Nairobi on March 18, 2026 Rising living costs, shrinking job opportunities and growing pressure on essential public services are leaving many Kenyan households struggling to make ends meet, with Civil Society Organizations warning that the country is experiencing deepening economic hardship. For many citizens, the phrase “Maisha…
The Port of Lamu is positioning itself for increased shipping activity in the coming weeks, signalling renewed momentum in cargo handling and strengthening its case as a regional transshipment hub. According to William Ruto, early indicators show a steady rise in cargo volumes, underpinned by growing confidence from global shipping lines in the port’s operational…
Equity Group Holdings has reported the highest profit in its history, posting a 55 percent jump in net earnings to KSh75.5 billion for the financial year ending 2025, underlining the success of its ongoing strategic transformation and regional expansion. The Group’s strong performance was driven by diversified revenue streams, improved efficiency, and growing contributions from…
Barcelona, Spain,— Chinese smartphone brand TECNO has unveiled a suite of AI-powered devices and ecosystem innovations at the Mobile World Congress 2026, headlined by the launch of the CAMON 50 Series, now available in Kenya. The new lineup CAMON 50, CAMON 50 Pro and CAMON 50 Ultra 5G brings flagship-level imaging, advanced artificial intelligence (AI)…
