The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has announced the temporary suspension of operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) after a major security breach occurred during the arrival of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga’s remains. In a statement issued on Thursday, October 16, 2025, the authority confirmed…
President William Ruto has confirmed that the government has sent a high-level delegation to India to oversee the repatriation of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga’s body following his death in Kerala, India. Addressing the nation from State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, Ruto paid tribute…
Tense scenes unfolded on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, outside the Karen residence of the late ODM Party Leader Raila Odinga, as hundreds of mourners gathered to pay their respects following news of his sudden death. In viral footage circulating online, a section of emotional supporters — mostly youth — were…
Kenya is in deep mourning following the death of Raila Amolo Odinga, the country’s former Prime Minister and long-serving opposition leader, who passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in Kerala, India, at the age of 80. Odinga’s passing has plunged the nation into grief and uncertainty, as Kenyans reflect…
President William Ruto has announced seven days of national mourning following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, one of Kenya’s most influential political figures. Addressing the nation from State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, just hours after the news of Raila’s passing was confirmed, President…
President William Ruto on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, visited the Karen home of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga to personally console his bereaved family, following news of the veteran opposition leader’s death in India. The Head of State arrived at the Odinga residence in Nairobi, where he…
The KANU National Youth Congress has publicly distanced itself from the reported political alliance between party chairman Gideon Moi and President William Ruto, leader of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Addressing the media on Tuesday at KANU headquarters in Nairobi, the youth faction—led by National Chairperson Shanice Matara—said they were…
Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, has issued a strong warning to all members of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) against engaging in any form of fraudulent recruitment activities. Speaking during an inspection tour at Moi Barracks, Eldoret, ahead of this year’s KDF Day celebrations, General Kahariri…
Kenyan lawmakers have approved a groundbreaking bill to regulate digital assets, including cryptocurrencies, in a move aimed at attracting investment and fostering innovation in the country’s fast-growing fintech sector. The Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, passed by parliament last week, establishes a legal framework for the licensing, supervision, and operation…
President William Ruto has announced a major milestone in Kenya’s healthcare sector, revealing that the number of citizens covered by health insurance has grown from 7 million to over 26 million. Speaking on Sunday, October 12, 2025, during celebrations marking the 70th anniversary of the Africa Inland Church (AIC), the…