Kenya and South Africa have strengthened their diplomatic and economic relations following the signing of six new trade agreements witnessed alongside South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The agreements span key sectors including shipping and maritime cooperation, gender equality and empowerment, technical and vocational education and training, arts, culture and…
Concerns are growing across the country over rising cases of indiscipline among young people, with parents, elders and religious leaders calling for urgent action to restore moral values and strengthen upbringing systems. Many stakeholders attribute the trend to the gradual erosion of collective parenting, a traditional practice where the entire community took responsibility for guiding…
Kenya has not reported any confirmed case of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), the Ministry of Health has said, even as authorities ramp up surveillance and preparedness efforts following outbreaks in parts of the region. Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni said the country remains safe but alert, noting that the government has strengthened monitoring systems to…
For generations, marriage was viewed as a defining milestone of adulthood, a natural progression after education, employment, and personal growth. Today, however, a growing number of young people are choosing to delay marriage or avoid it altogether, citing economic pressures, changing social attitudes, and fears of relationship failure. One of the biggest reasons is economic…
A cloud of shock and sadness has descended on Murany Village in Bomet East after two young schoolgirls allegedly fell victim to a disturbing act that has left families and residents grappling with pain and anger. The two girls, aged 10 and 6, are currently receiving treatment at Longisa County Hospital following the incident that…
The Ministry of Education has dissolved the Board of Management of Utumishi Girls Academy following a horrific arson attack that claimed the lives of 16 learners on Thursday. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba announced the disbandment on Friday, citing flagrant violations of safety protocols, including extreme overcrowding in the affected dormitory and a locked emergency…
Nandi Senator Cherargei has called for a national preparedness against the Ebola threat, warning that Kenya’s position as a regional transport and trade corridor increases its exposure to the disease. In a statement on his X account on Friday, May 29, 2026, Cherargei noted that Kenya sits along a major transport route linking the Port…
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba has confirmed that sixteen students have died while 79 others were injured following a tragic dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy in Gilgil, Nakuru County. The fire broke out at around 12:45am, prompting an emergency response from rescue teams and local authorities. Ogamba said the injured students were rushed…
President William Ruto has condoled with the families of students who died following a tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. In a statement on Thursday, May 27, 2026, the Head of State said the country is mourning the loss of “young lives filled with promise, hope, and dreams for the future.” “Our hearts and prayers…
Bomet County Senator Hillary Sigei has raised concerns over the rising cases of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and homicides, warning that the situation is reaching alarming levels across the county. According to a report on his Facebook page on May 26, 2026, Sigei noted that security agencies are now receiving reports of GBV incidents almost daily,…
