Tag Archives: Kenya News

  Overview   Kenyan employees will experience changes in their pay slips starting February 2025 due to the continued implementation of the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) reforms. These reforms, which began in 2023, aim to increase retirement benefits by gradually raising contribution rates over five years.   Understanding the New NSSF Contribution System   Under the NSSF Act, 2013, …

  Kisumu, Kenya – Police in Kisumu are searching for a woman who stabbed another woman to death with a kitchen knife in a suspected love triangle at Nyamasaria area.   Witnesses say the two women got into a fight before the suspect attacked the victim and fled. The victim died from her injuries.   Police have asked the public …

    Isiolo/Marsabit, Kenya – Security forces have recovered at least ten firearms in the ongoing Operation Ondoa Jangili, aimed at dismantling criminal networks in Isiolo and Marsabit counties.   The operation, launched on February 3, 2025, targets remnants of the Oromo Liberation Army (OLA), accused of fueling insecurity along the Kenya-Ethiopia border.   Major Security Gains   According to …

  Nairobi, Kenya – Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei has issued a public apology after unknowingly sharing an AI-generated deepfake video on his official X account. The manipulated video falsely depicted CNN journalist Fareed Zakaria discussing Kenya’s role in peace diplomacy in Sudan.   PS Sing’Oei Addresses the Controversy   In a statement on X, Sing’Oei acknowledged the error …

  Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and other leaders have mourned the passing of Wafula Chebukati, the former Chairman of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), praising his dedication to electoral integrity and democracy.   Chebukati, who was appointed by Uhuru on January 17, 2017, served as IEBC Chairman for six years, overseeing two General Elections (2017 and 2022) and …

Safaricom, Kenya’s leading telecom company, has introduced Ziidi, a new Money Market Fund (MMF) accessible via M-Pesa. This move comes after Mali, its first attempt at an MMF in partnership with Genghis Capital, faced operational challenges. As both platforms offer Kenyans an opportunity to earn daily interest on their savings, many are wondering: which is the better investment option?   …

    Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan government has streamlined the process of obtaining a birth certificate through the eCitizen portal, making it easier for citizens to apply online. This digital shift is part of the government’s efforts to improve service delivery and reduce long queues at Civil Registration offices.   Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for a Birth Certificate Online …

Mandera, Kenya – An Assistant Chief in Mandera has been arrested for allegedly assisting two terror suspects in obtaining Kenyan identification documents. The suspects were reportedly planning to abduct foreign workers involved in a sewer line construction project in Mandera town.   According to a police report, the Assistant Chief played a role in acquiring an acknowledgment of registration slip …

Kenya Railways has reiterated that all bookings for the Madaraka Express Passenger Service must be conducted exclusively through its official channels to ensure passenger safety and service reliability.   In a public notice issued on February 3, 2025, the corporation emphasized that passengers can secure their tickets via the following authorized methods:   1. Online Booking: Visit the official Kenya …

  Tragedy struck in Gituamba area, Gitaru, Kiambu County, after a devastating fire claimed the lives of three children aged 6, 4, and 3 months. The blaze, which broke out on the evening of Wednesday, February 19, reduced eight houses to ashes.   According to preliminary reports, the fire started at around 8:15 PM, prompting frantic efforts from neighbors and …