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 […]
Historic SportPesa League Gala Awards Set to Crown the Best of the 2025/26 Season
After nine months of intense competition, memorable goals, tactical masterclasses, and breakout performances, the 2025/26 SportPesa League season is set for one final spectacle. This Thursday, the football fraternity will gather in Nairobi for the inaugural SportPesa League Gala Awards, an event designed to honour the individuals and institutions that left their mark on the campaign. The ceremony will serve as the official conclusion to a season that captivated supporters across the country and delivered plenty of talking points. While Gor Mahia successfully reclaimed the league title through consistency and experience, the season also showcased emerging talents, ambitious clubs and […]
Shujaa Stay in the Fight for SVNS 1 Qualification After Tough Valladolid Test as Bordeaux Decider Looms
Kenya Sevens endured a difficult but ultimately significant outing at the Valladolid Sevens in Spain, finishing eighth and keeping their hopes of retaining HSBC SVNS core status alive ahead of the decisive final leg in Bordeaux, France. Drawn in a daunting Pool A alongside Australia, South Africa and Great Britain, Shujaa faced one of the toughest assignments of the tournament. Their campaign began with a narrow 15-10 defeat to Australia before a 14-0 loss to South Africa left them facing a possible early exit. With qualification hanging in the balance, Kevin Wambua’s men produced when it mattered most, defeating Great […]
Green Army, Golden Farewells and a 22nd Crown: Inside Gor Mahia’s Unforgettable Coronation Day
The scoreline will forever show that Gor Mahia lost 1-0 to Nairobi United on the final day of the 2025/26 FKF Premier League season. Yet the result was merely a footnote on an afternoon dominated by celebration, nostalgia, emotion and the unmistakable power of Kenya’s biggest football fanbase. For one day, Nairobi belonged to K’Ogalo. Long before kick-off at Nyayo National Stadium, thousands of supporters had already transformed the city into a carnival of green and white. As has become tradition, the faithful gathered at the Tom Mboya statue in the heart of the city, paying tribute to the founding […]