The Kericho mass grave discovery has sent shockwaves across the country as forensic investigators and senior police officers cordoned off the Makaburini public cemetery. The probe follows a chilling report by two local grave diggers who claim they were hired to bury 14 bodies, many of which appeared to be mutilated. The Incident at Makaburini…
More than 80 per cent of illnesses treated at Kenya’s Primary Healthcare (PHC) facilities are driven by just a handful of common conditions, a new report shows highlighting both a growing strain and a major opportunity to transform the country’s health system. According to the Primary Healthcare Impact Report 2026, a small cluster of diseases…
Today, March 21, the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service officially released the latest updates for students transitioning to higher education. This milestone marks the formal start of the KUCCPS 2026/2027 placement cycle for over 900,000 candidates who sat for the 2025 KCSE exams. Following a directive to streamline the transition to universities and…
Chuck Norris, the martial arts legend and action star best known for his roles in Walker, Texas Ranger and a string of popular films, has died at the age of 86. His family confirmed that he passed away Thursday in what they described as a “sudden passing,” adding that he was surrounded by loved ones…
VIHIGA COUNTY — President William Ruto today transformed Vihiga into the focal point of his national development tour, launching three major infrastructure projects aimed at shifting the county’s economic trajectory. The visit, characterized by high-speed construction pledges and sharp political rebuttals, centered on sports, housing, and trade. The Military Sprint for Sports Excellence The highlight…
China’s Vice President Han Zheng is set to visit Kenya, South Africa and Seychelles from March 22 to 30, in a diplomatic tour expected to deepen Beijing’s engagement with Africa at a time of shifting global alliances. The visit follows invitations from Kithure Kindiki, Paul Mashatile and Sebastien Pillay, according to China’s foreign ministry. Vice…
Eid celebration in Kenya continues across the country as Muslims mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan with prayers, charity, and festive gatherings. The occasion, observed on Friday, March 20, 2026, has been characterized by large congregations, family reunions, and a strong sense of unity among communities. From the early hours of the…
Kenya’s insurance industry surpassed Sh1 trillion in assets and premiums rise to Sh352.29 billion by Q3 2025, attention is now shifting to claims management as the next critical lever for building trust and expanding uptake. This was the focus of the inaugural Claims Conference hosted by Minet Kenya in Naivasha, which brought together insurers, regulators…
LG Electronics has reinforced its strategic retail partnership with Carrefour through a two-week consumer campaign. The Carrefour Brand Festival, which culminated in a live draw event at the Two Rivers Mall, brought together 45 leading consumer brands to offer promotional pricing and customer rewards. LG was among the headline partners, using the campaign to showcase…
Iran Claims strike on F-35 stealth jet during a mission over its airspace, in what could mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict if verified. According to Iranian officials, the advanced aircraft was “seriously damaged” by the country’s air defence systems, with state-linked media releasing footage purportedly showing the strike. However, the claims have…
