Matatu operators threaten fresh strike over fuel prices
Public transport operators have threatened to withdraw services again next week if the government fails to address their demands over high fuel prices and rising operating costs. Federation of Public Transport Sector Chief Executive Officer Kushian Muchiri said matatus could stay off the roads again if no agreement is reached by Tuesday. Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV, Muchiri, who also serves as national chairman of the Association of Matatu Owners, defended the operators’ earlier decision to suspend transport services, saying it was necessary to pressure the government into action. “When the government reached out to us and gave […]
Gachagua demands removal of Jubaland forces after Mandera attack
Rigathi Gachagua has called for the immediate withdrawal of Jubaland forces from Kenyan territory following a deadly attack in Mandera County that left six people dead. In a statement issued on Monday, the former deputy president blamed the killings on what he described as illegal foreign fighters operating inside Kenya, warning that their presence threatens national security and territorial integrity. “Two days ago, we witnessed and received sad news from Northern Kenya, where we lost patriotic Kenyans in an act of aggression and incursion by Jubaland forces who continue to be on Kenyan soil illegally,” Gachagua said. He extended condolences […]
Nairobi City County Begins Search for Substantive County Secretary
The Johnson Sakaja administration has officially launched the recruitment process for a substantive County Secretary and Head of Public Service, marking the first time the position is being filled permanently during the governor’s tenure. The vacancy was advertised by the Nairobi County Public Service Board after the role had been held in an acting capacity for months. Currently, Housing and Urban Renewal Chief Officer Godfrey Atiel is serving as acting county secretary, having taken over from Planning Chief Officer Patrick Analo. According to the advertisement published in local newspapers, interested applicants have until May 28 to submit their applications. The […]
Safaricom and Huawei Unveil Kenya’s First Fully Connected Homes with Fibre to Every Room
Safaricom, in partnership with Huawei, has today announced the launch of Kenya’s first Fibre to the Room (FTTR) solution marking a major leap in home connectivity and setting a new benchmark for digital living. As Kenyan households become increasingly connected with multiple devices and high bandwidth applications running simultaneously, traditional broadband setups are no longer sufficient to meet evolving user demands. Safaricom’s new solution addresses this challenge by extending Fibre connectivity into every room of the home, delivering uninterrupted, ultra-fast, and low latency internet throughout. Unlike conventional Fibre to the Home which relies on a single router for Wi Fi […]
African Elegance Meets Football Excellence as SportPesa League Gala Crowns Season’s Best
The curtains officially came down on the 2025/26 SportPesa League season in style on Thursday night as Kenyan football’s finest gathered for the inaugural SportPesa League Gala Awards, a colorful celebration that blended fashion, culture, and sporting excellence. Held in an atmosphere of glamour and excitement, the event saw players, coaches, referees, club officials, journalists and stakeholders exchange their matchday attire for stunning African-inspired outfits, turning the gala into a vibrant showcase of the continent’s rich heritage. From beautifully tailored kitenge designs to elegant Ankara ensembles, African fashion was on full display as football’s biggest names celebrated the achievements of […]
Mbadi’s Big Promise: Why a Gor Mahia Training Ground Could Be the Real Prize Behind Ksh. 3.2 Million Reward
Fresh from securing a record-extending 22nd league title, Gor Mahia received more than just a financial reward from Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi who invited the team at the treasury. While the Ksh. 3.2 million donation grabbed headlines, it was a promise made deep into the celebrations that could ultimately prove far more significant for the club’s future, the pursuit of a permanent training ground. The newly crowned Sportpesa League champions paid a courtesy visit to the Treasury CS, led by chairman Ambrose Rachier, with members of the Executive Committee, technical bench, and players in attendance. Missing from the delegation […]
Kenya Sevens Ready for Bordeaux Showdown as Siketi Earns Shujaa Call-Up
After keeping their SVNS 1 qualification hopes alive with an eighth-place finish in Valladolid, Kenya Sevens ‘Shujaa’ now turn their attention to Bordeaux, France, where the final leg of the HSBC SVNS World Championship will determine both the world champions and the teams that will secure places in the 2027 top division. Shujaa’s co-captain George Ooro joined captains from the other participating teams for the official pre-tournament captains’ photo session on Thursday as preparations entered the final stretch ahead of the season-defining HSBC SVNS World Championship at Stade Atlantique. The stakes could not be higher. While the tournament will crown […]