Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, has died, President William Ruto has confirmed. Ruto sent his condolences to President Samia, her family and the people of Tanzania following the death of Ameir, whom he described as the Tanzanian leader’s “lifelong companion” and a “distinguished son” of Tanzania. “I have received with deep…
Burundian nationals have flocked to the Embassy of Burundi in Nairobi and cyber cafes as the government begins enforcing a crackdown on foreigners operating businesses without the required work permits and documentation. According to images seen by Bomet Newswire Digital, large numbers of Burundians were at the Burundi Embassy in Nairobi on Monday, September 7,…
A 47-year-old man has been arrested in Kibra, Nairobi, following the death of his nine-year-old daughter, whom police allege he defiled and subjected to a brutal assault. The person of interest, identified was arrested on Sunday, September 6, 2026, after officers at Kibra Police Station received a distress call reporting that the girl had been…
President William Ruto has extended the term of the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations by a further 90 days. The extension, contained in Gazette Notice No. 14149 dated September 4, 2026, takes effect from the same date and gives the panel an additional three months to undertake its mandate….
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has declared that he is willing to deputise Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna in the 2027 presidential election if an opposition alliance determines that Sifuna offers the best chance of defeating President William Ruto. Speaking during a community engagement with Kenyans in Spokane, Washington, on Sunday, August 6, 2026, Gachagua said…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has cast doubt on the ability of Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and other emerging opposition leaders to establish a political outfit with a nationwide reach ahead of the 2027 General Election. Mudavadi argued that creating a party capable of competing effectively across Kenya requires extensive grassroots organisation, something he said…
Police in Bomet have launched a manhunt for a suspected drug dealer after a raid on a suspected narcotics distribution hub yielded bhang, raw cannabis and illicit alcohol believed to be destined for sale to residents, including university students. The operation, conducted by security agencies following a tip-off from members of the public, resulted in…
The National Police Service (NPS) has warned political leaders, their supporters and other stakeholders against violence, political intolerance and disruption of lawful gatherings as the country enters the electioneering period. In a statement issued on Saturday, September 5, 2026, the NPS said it had observed incidents of political intolerance, violence and thuggery in various parts…
The construction of the Mbita-Sindo-Kiabuya-Sori road in Homa Bay County has reached 45 per cent completion, with 24 kilometres of the road already tarmacked. The Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) said the ongoing project is expected to improve transport and connectivity across the Suba South area once completed. “Leo niko ground kwa hii project ya…
The government has raised the entry-level basic salary of police officers by 36 per cent as part of ongoing reforms aimed at improving the welfare, professionalism and operational capacity of the National Police Service. The salary increase, which has been accompanied by upward adjustments across all police ranks, was highlighted as 5,080 Administration Police Service…
