By Imani Media President William Ruto’s directive targeting foreign nationals operating small-scale businesses in Kenya has ignited a heated national debate over jobs, competition, immigration and the rights of foreign investors. The directive, announced on September 2 during a meeting with Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) at State House in Nairobi, calls for…
Police in Lodwar have arrested a man accused of impersonating a Catholic priest and carrying out priestly duties at St Augustine Cathedral for several weeks. The suspect, Jones Bogonko Onchonga, reportedly arrived in Lodwar claiming to be a Catholic priest from Tanzania who was on leave and visiting the town. His story allegedly convinced members…
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has accused President William Ruto’s administration of turning political violence into a tool for maintaining power, following a weekend marked by clashes and attacks during political activities in different parts of the country. Speaking after the incidents, Matiang’i claimed that the violence witnessed in several areas appeared coordinated and…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has escalated his legal battle against his removal from office after filing an appeal challenging the High Court decision that upheld his impeachment. Gachagua is disputing a number of findings made by a three-judge bench comprising Justices E.O. Ogola, A. Mrima and Dr. F. Mugambi in a judgment delivered in…
By Joel Esabu Published: August 12, 2026 NAIROBI, Kenya — The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has rejected allegations by Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua that the government has captured key state institutions and interfered with criminal investigations. In a statement issued on Tuesday, hours after Gachagua addressed the media, the…
Tensions have emerged within the Kenya Kwanza–ODM political alliance over who should become President William Ruto’s running mate if he seeks a second term in the 2027 General Election. During a private meeting in Naivasha on Monday, ODM leaders reportedly pushed for the Deputy President position as part of a proposed power-sharing arrangement. Kisii Governor…
A man believed to be a cleaner at a private hospital in Eldoret is on the run after allegedly sexually assaulting a minor who had been admitted for treatment. By Joel Esabu | Imani Media News August 5, 2026 Police in Uasin Gishu County have launched a manhunt for a subordinate staff member at…
More than 1.2 million older persons and people living with severe disabilities are set to benefit as the Government rolls out the June 2026 Inua Jamii cash transfer payments. By Joel Esabu | Imani Media News August 5, 2026 The Government has released Ksh.2.426 billion to facilitate payments under the June 2026 cycle of…
The Nairobi Senator says the opposition’s mission to remove President William Ruto from office is more important than past political differences. By Joel Esabu | Imani Media News July 29, 2026 Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has said he is willing to work with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua despite having voted in favour of his…
The Government says the resumption of military exercises underscores the strong Kenya–United Kingdom defence partnership and commitment to regional peace and security. By Joel Esabu | Imani Media News July 29, 2026 The Government has announced the resumption of joint military training between Kenya and the United Kingdom at the British Army Training Unit Kenya…