Is PS Ng’eno among Kericho crash victims? Kenya Forest Service reveals
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has confirmed that all four people aboard its helicopter survived a crash at Kericho Golf Club on Monday, October 12, 2026, as questions remain over whether Environment and Climate Change Principal Secretary Festus K. Ng’eno was among the occupants. In a media statement issued on Monday, October 12, KFS said…
KFS issues update on Kericho helicopter crash, reveals number of victims
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has issued an update following the crash of its helicopter at Kericho Golf Club, confirming that all four people aboard the aircraft survived. In a media statement dated Monday, October 12, 2026, the agency said the helicopter, registration number 5Y-FSK, was involved in an incident at Kericho Club earlier that…
KFS confirms four occupants survived helicopter crash at Kericho Golf Club
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has confirmed that all four occupants aboard its helicopter were safe and accounted for after the aircraft crashed at Kericho Golf Club on Monday, October 12, 2026. In its first official statement on the incident, the agency said the helicopter, registration number 5Y-FSK, was involved in a crash at Kericho…
Kindiki warns leaders against inciting violence ahead of 2027 polls
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned political leaders against inciting violence, mobilising gangs and encouraging the destruction of property, saying those found responsible will face tough action regardless of their political affiliation or position. Kindiki said political rivalry should not be used to justify attacks on citizens, businesses or public gatherings, insisting that leaders must…
Muthomi Njuki elected Council of Governors Chairman
Tharaka-Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has been elected the new Chairman of the Council of Governors (CoG), succeeding Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi in a leadership change that comes as counties continue to push for timely funding and greater support from the national government. Njuki, who previously served as the council’s vice chairman, will lead the body…
Helicopter Carrying Environment PS Festus Ng’eno Crashes in Kericho
A helicopter carrying Environment and Climate Change Principal Secretary Festus K. Ng’eno crashed at Kericho Golf Club on Monday afternoon, leaving several occupants injured. Kericho County Police Commander Kivindu Kilonzo confirmed that no fatalities had been reported in the initial update following the incident. Ng’eno was among six people reportedly aboard the helicopter, registration number…
Ruto kicks off 10-day North Rift tour with road inspections in Nandi
President William Ruto began his 10-day tour of the North Rift on Monday, October 12, 2026, with inspections of road projects and a visit to a modern market in Tinderet, Nandi County, placing infrastructure and public services at the centre of his regional engagements. The President inspected the Maraba-Kebeneti and Timboroa-Kopere roads, as well as…
Police arrest one with 200 rolls of bhang in Embu
Police in Embu County have arrested a person of interest after recovering 200 rolls of suspected bhang during an anti-narcotics operation at Kakawa Market. The person of interest was arrested on Sunday, October 11, 2026, by officers from Makima Police Station during a targeted operation against the trafficking of narcotic drugs. According to the National…
Barchok listed for Court mention over Ksh2.7 million benefit claims
Bomet Governor Hillary Kipng’eno Barchok is scheduled for a court mention on Monday, October 12, 2026, in a case in which he and two others face corruption-related charges over an alleged Sh2.7 million benefit linked to companies that traded with the county government. According to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the allegations relate to…
Kenya Power announces Sunday blackout in Nairobi, Uasin Gishu and Kirinyaga
Kenya Power has announced planned electricity interruptions in parts of Nairobi, Uasin Gishu and Kirinyaga counties on Sunday, October 11, 2026, to facilitate maintenance work. In a notice dated October 10, 2026, the utility said the outages would affect selected areas in the three counties, with interruptions scheduled to last between eight and nine hours….
