KAMPALA, Uganda – Uganda is gearing up for a crucial election on Thursday, January 15th, 2026, with the big question lingering on everyone’s lips: will the people opt for continuity or usher in a new era of change? The East African country is at crossroads with a rich history of post-independence leaders, including Sir Edward…
NYERI -The national government is injecting Sh21 billion into development projects across Nyeri County, targeting infrastructure, housing, and youth empowerment in a major economic push. The investment package includes the construction of 8,000 affordable housing units, 20 modern markets, and hostels for 7,200 students. Speaking during the commissioning of the new Karatina Marigiti ESP Modern…
NAIROBI, 13th January -In preparation for the 2027 General Elections, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the resumption of Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in various constituencies, which were suspended and set to begin on Monday, 12th January 2026. IEBC seeks to register 6 3 million new eligible voters, 70 percent of whom…
STATE HOUSE, Nairobi-President William Ruto has announced a comprehensive, multi-pronged government initiative aimed at combating alcohol and substance abuse, directing the establishment of rehabilitation centres in all 47 counties. This flagship initiative will be executed in close collaboration with county governments and the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), and…
WAONDO, Homabay -For centuries, the art of giving has been passed down through generations, with ancestors, parents, and philanthropists emphasising its importance. The Bible, in 2 Corinthians 9:7, encourages giving willingly and cheerfully, a principle echoed by former US President Jimmy Carter, who said, “A society’s measure is how it treats the most vulnerable.” In…
KISUMU, 5th January –Kisumu Central Constituency is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched political battlegrounds ahead of the 2027 General Election following the entry of Cedric Otieno, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) National Youth Leader, into the parliamentary race. Cedric, popularly known by his first name, has formally declared his intention…
“Hon Robert Alai became aggressive, pushed me, drew a pistol, and struck me on the chest and jaw with it,” Babu Owino says. NAIROBI, 4th January-Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has raised an alarm over his safety, detailing a violent confrontation in which he claims Kileleshwa Ward MCA Robert Alai assaulted him with…
NAIROBI—As the 2027 General Elections draw closer, the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party is demonstrating its intent to consolidate power with an elaborate series of grassroots elections scheduled for Saturday, 10th January, across 20 strategically selected counties. The President William Ruto-led party is opening the floor to its registered members, empowering them to elect…
MOMBASA, 31st December –In Kenya, a national ID card or a birth certificate is more than just plastic and paper; it is a “digital soul.” Without it, you cannot legally work, bank, vote, or even prove who your parents are. However, for millions of Kenyans, particularly in the Coast region, acquiring these documents has become…
KISUMU WEST, December 2025-Kisumu West legislator Rosa Buyu hosted thousands of widows at Ojola in Kisumu County on Saturday during a colourful end-of-year gathering aimed at restoring dignity, hope, and social support to one of the most vulnerable groups in society. The event, dubbed Widows’ Day, attracted an unexpectedly large turnout, with the number of…