NPS warns police recruits against irresponsible social media use
The National Police Service (NPS) has cautioned police recruits against irresponsible use of social media, warning that their online conduct could affect public confidence in the Service. The warning was issued by the Director of Corporate Communications and NPS Spokesperson, Muchiri Nyaga on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, during a sensitisation session for police recruits at…
NCIC summons Peter Kaluma over alleged inflammatory remarks in Homa Bay
The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma to appear before the commission over remarks he allegedly made in Homa Bay County on August 15, 2026. In the summons, NCIC said it was investigating utterances attributed to Kaluma during a political gathering, particularly comments touching on the “one-term”…
Ndindi Nyoro joins People’s Party of Kenya after quitting UDA
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has formally left the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and announced that he has joined the People’s Party of Kenya and the opposition ahead of the 2027 General Election. Nyoro made the announcement on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, where he confirmed that he and his supporters…
Ndindi Nyoro: Kenyans will be key consideration in my next political move
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro says he has been carrying a heavy burden for months as he weighs his next political decision, insisting that the interests of Kenyans will guide whatever direction he takes. Speaking in a presser on Monday, August 17, 2026, Nyoro said he had spent months thinking and praying about his political future,…
How to apply for a HELB subsequent loan
Students continuing their studies have been urged to apply for their 2026/2027 Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) subsequent loans, with the application process now available through the USSD platform. In a notice on Monday , August 17, 2026, HELB said the subsequent loan application is still ongoing and can be completed using a Safaricom line…
MCK: 18 Journalists, 2 media drivers attacked in two months
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has raised alarm over a surge in attacks against journalists, revealing that 18 journalists and at least two media drivers have been assaulted and injured in the past two months. In a statement issued on Monday, August 17, 2026, the Council called on the Office of the Director of…
Pedestrian fatalities drop in July as NTSA steps up enforcement
Pedestrian fatalities recorded a significant decline in July 2026 amid intensified enforcement by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) and Traffic Police targeting road users who violate traffic rules. According to NTSA’s July 2026 road safety status report published on it’s X account on Monday, August 17, 2026, 146 pedestrians lost their lives in…
SHA releases 2nd batch of payments for pending NHIF claims
The Social Health Authority (SHA) has announced the disbursement of a second batch of payments to healthcare providers with verified pending claims of KSh10 million and below inherited from the defunct National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). In a notice dated August 15, 2026, SHA said the payments had been made after completing the verification and…
Chepngaina FC Kicks off Wakili Tournament on a High Note
Chepngaina FC delivered a defensive masterclass and clinical attacking display at the Chepngaina grounds, sweeping through their fixtures to qualify for the next level of the Wakili Sigei Tournament Third Edition. The hosts set the tone early in the men’s category with a composed performance against Elites FC. Chepngaina standardly controlled the pace of the…
Red Cross sounds alarm as 31 people die in 23 crashes within first 13 days of August
The Kenya Red Cross has raised fresh concern over the rising number of road traffic deaths, revealing that 23 crashes have claimed 31 lives and left 75 people seriously injured in the first 13 days of August alone. In a statement issued Thursday, August 13, 2026, the humanitarian agency said speeding, dangerous overtaking and driver…
