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April 2026
KWS Launches Probe Into Industrial Pollution of Rivers Near Nairobi National Park
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is assessing a suspected chemical discharge incident reported on the morning of 30th April 2026 in the Mlolongo Athi Dam ecosystem, which has raised serious environmental and public health concerns,
The affected system feeds into the Mbagathi and Athi Rivers, placing Athi Dam a critical ecological and water resource at significant risk, alongside aquatic biodiversity and downstream water users, including communities, agriculture, and livestock,
The discharge of untreated waste or hazardous substances into protected ecosystems is illegal and will attract strict enforcement action, including prosecution, fines, closure of facilities, and liability for environmental restoration,
Students Scamper to Safety as Fire Erupts at Dr Aggrey High School in Taita Taveta
A fire has broken out at Dr Aggrey High School in Taita Taveta County. The cause is unknown,
Community members, students and our Kenya Red Cross — Taita Taveta Branch team are on the ground and actively working to contain the situation,
Sacred Heart Girls' Secondary School, Mirithu, Closed Indefinitely After Fire Torches Dormitory
The school called and told us the school has shut down indefinitely, and we should come and pick up our children,
Kenya Seeks New Ksh 78B Emergency Loan from World Bank Ahead of New Budget
KNBS Report Reveals Top Paying Employment Sectors in Kenya
Iran Seeks Peace, Not Ceasefire, Foreign Minister Tells PCS Mudavadi in Phone Call
Mr. President, when we were sitting there with you, I told you that yesterday I had the opportunity to receive a call from the Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aghrachi,
FM Araghchi and Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi held a productive phone call today to discuss regional developments,
And when he called, he spoke and said there were two things, which they knew were very important. He says that Iran does not want a ceasefire, but they want complete peace.”
Court Clears Petition Challenging Ruto-Trump Health Data Sharing Agreement
Questions Over Firing of Over 1,000 Staff Working for Nairobi Company Contracted by Meta
Kenyans Asked to Report Students Using Drugs in School Vehicles as NTSA Crackdown Intensifies
Safety of our children on the road is our collective responsibility,... Report any incidents of alcohol or drug use in vehicles transporting students from school.”
NTSA Data Reveals Increased Vehicle Registration in 2025 Amid Heightened Enforcement
Civil Servants Set for Another Salary Increase in July 2026, CS Ruku Confirms
So this is something we need to finalise, and the technical team together with the PS and the salaries and remuneration commission should be finalising as much as possible so that we can have an agreement,
I know there was a salary increment in January this year, but backdated to July last year. This year in July, there will be another salary increase,
The Ministry is liaising with the SRC and civil servants to finalise and sign the CBA. We will continue to work closely with the union and all stakeholders to ensure that our public servants are well motivated,
Kenya Railways Advises Passengers to Arrive 1 Hour Early for Madaraka Express Amid Rains
Due to the ongoing heavy rains and traffic snarl-ups, passengers are advised to arrive at their departure station at least one hour before the departure time indicated on their ticket,
Ruto Fetes Sabastian Sawe Ksh 8M, Brand New Vehicle for Breaking World Marathon Record
President William Ruto has awarded Ksh8 million to Kenyan marathoner Sabastian Sawe, who broke the world record at the London Marathon to become the first man to run in under two hours
IG Kanja Deploys Special Police Units to Secure Nairobi-Garissa Highway After Deadly Attacks
Additionally, we urge the residents of Tseikuru, Ukasi and surrounding areas to remain calm and go about their lawful business, and not to engage in speculation or actions that could escalate tensions,
Millions in Property Lost as Fire Razes Down Mirithu Girls Dormitory
PS Bitok Says Ksh95 Per Learner Meant for Books in Capitation Breakdown
The amounts shown are per learner, not per school,
MPs Push for End on School Uniform Purchase Restrictions & Extra Levies
Certain administrative practices in schools, particularly compulsory sourcing of uniforms from designated outlets, are impeding students from learning,
NPS Warns of Flooding in Kileleshwa, Ngara, Kibra & Kasarani & 7 Other Nairobi Estates
Within Nairobi, the situation is further exacerbated by rapidly rising water levels in major rivers, including the Nairobi, Mathare, Ngong, Kamiti and Athi rivers. These waterways all drain into the larger Athi River system, which is currently running at critically high levels,
Kenyan Shilling Surges 4.1% Against Dollar in 2025 Amid New Outlook — KNBS Report
It appreciated against the United States dollar by 4.1 per cent.”
The Kenyan Shilling sustained its recovery momentum in 2025, as reflected in the Trade Weighted Index (TWI), which improved from 130.0 in 2024 to 127.6 in 2025, indicating a strengthening of the currency in real effective terms,
We were waiting for this kind of shock,... That is why we built up our reserves to the level where they are now,
How to Verify KCSE, KPSEA and KJSEA 2026 Registration Before April 30 Deadline
Bus Companies Cancel Trips Along Nairobi-Garissa Highway Over Insecurity
Dear valued customers, we wish to inform you that due to the prevailing security situation along the Mwingi-Garissa route, all scheduled departures for today have been postponed,
KNEC to Release Grade 4 and 5 Assessment Results on May 29
Headteachers are requested to keep all records and evidence generated from the assessments,
Schools will be expected to administer the projects/practical, score and upload the assessment outcomes of all learners on the CBA portal within the stipulated time,
KDF Sent to Flood-Hit Nairobi as Govt Orders Relocations in Nakuru, Tana River
Heavy rainfall has caused flooding and fast-moving water across roads and homes in parts of Nairobi, Machakos, Kajiado, Mombasa, Kwale and Lamu,
Athi River Among Towns Where Land Prices Have Dropped Over Last Three Months
Seven of the 14 satellite towns surveyed by HassConsult had negative price movement in the quarter, including previous growth hotpots such as Athi River, Ngong and Syokimau,
Three Feared Dead as Floods Sweep Away People at Ruai Bypass After Heavy Rains in Nairobi
Towards the end of 2026, a likely El Niño signal is projected, with multi-model ensembles indicating a 58-61 per cent probability of El Niño conditions dominating from June-December,
The first person attempted to cross but was swept away by the water. A second person tried to rescue, but was also swept away. This happens here every year,