Rice farmers urge government to release Sh210m KNTC dues
Rice farmers in the Mwea Irrigation Scheme have urged the Government to fast-track payment of Sh210 million owed to them after they supplied 25,760 bags of rice to the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC). The farmers, through the Mwea Rice Growers Multipurpose Co-operative Society (MRGM), said the delayed payment was affecting their ability to pay school fees, purchase farm inputs and meet household expenses. Speaking at the MRGM offices in Mwea, Chief Executive Officer Anthony Waweru said the Government’s intervention in the rice marketing crisis was welcome, but called for the payment process to be expedited. Waweru said farmers had […]
Guilty as charged
former migori governor okoth obado has been found guilty of murdering sharon otieno in 2018.The court found that Obado financed the execution of the crime, Oyamo played a key role in its execution, while Obiero participated in concealing the offence.
Ol Kalou By-election: DCP’s Sammy Waweru Cruises to Landslide Victory Over UDA
The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has secured a commanding victory in the Ol Kalou Ward by-election, dealing a significant political setback to the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). According to the official results released by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), DCP candidate Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru garnered 35,440 votes to defeat UDA’s Samuel Muchina Nyagah, who received 5,450 votes. Waweru’s victory came by a margin of 29,990 votes, making it one of the most decisive by-election wins in recent years. The contest attracted national attention, with senior political leaders from both camps actively campaigning in the […]
KCB and Airtel Money Partner to Expand Financial Access
KCB Bank Kenya and Airtel Money Kenya have entered into a strategic partnership that will allow Airtel Money customers to deposit and withdraw cash through more than 22,000 KCB agents nationwide, strengthening access to digital financial services across Kenya. The agreement marks another step toward greater interoperability within Kenya’s financial sector, enabling customers to access services more conveniently regardless of their location. According to Anne Kinuthia-Otieno, the partnership is designed to make financial services more accessible and convenient for Airtel Money users. “By opening access to KCB’s extensive agent network, we are bringing Airtel Money services closer to more Kenyans […]
Bullets Fire Five Past Yei to Reach CECAFA Final
Kenya Police Bullets are one victory away from securing a historic place at the 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League after powering past South Sudan’s Yei Joint Stars 5-0 in the CECAFA regional qualifier semi-final in Kigali, Rwanda, on Saturday. The WPL champions produced another commanding performance at Kigali Pele Stadium, maintaining their perfect record in the competition while booking their place in the regional final against Uganda’s Kawempe Muslim Ladies. Police Bullets made their intentions clear from the opening exchanges and took the lead after just 10 minutes when Tereza Engesha capitalized on a defensive mistake by Yei Joint Stars. […]
Malkia Strikers Sweep Nigeria to Reach CAVB Championship Quarter-Finals
Kenya’s national women’s volleyball team, the Malkia Strikers, continued their impressive run at the 2026 CAVB Women’s African Nations Championship with a convincing 3-0 victory over Nigeria on Saturday at the Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi. Playing in front of the home crowd, Kenya had to negotiate a competitive opening set before eventually establishing control. Nigeria stayed within touching distance for much of the set, but the hosts held their nerve at the crucial moments to take it 25-21 and move 1-0 ahead. The victory in the opening set appeared to settle the Malkia Strikers, who returned for the second […]
Shell Autocross Rally Heads to Stoni Athi for Round Five Showdown
Big sporting weekend ahead, All roads lead to Athi River, 40 kilometres southeast of Nairobi, where the battle for honours in the 2026 Shell Autocross Rally Championship shifts to Stoni Athi this Saturday and Sunday. Drivers will take on a demanding Round 5 on August 29 and 30, with the championship entering another crucial stage in the fight for top honours.. The two day event is expected to test competitors across speed, precision, endurance and technical preparation, with the round winners set to be decided on Sunday. Vivo Energy’s Shell will once again take centre stage as the championship’s title […]