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Dalmas Otieno’s widow, Patricia Atieno, used his requiem mass to humorously recall her life with the former minister, including sharing her home with his second wife for over a decade.
A viral video of a miraa-chewing driving instructor berating his student has reignited debate over Kenya’s training system, as stakeholders demand revocation of licenses issued in the past six years.
Nairobi magistrate Ben Ekhubi moved hearts after buying lunch for a hungry remandee, Nelson Muriithi alias Kidero, during a court session, before ordering a mental assessment in his trespass case.
At the requiem mass of ex-minister Dalmas Otieno, his two wives, Patricia and Dorothy, moved mourners with candid, humorous, and emotional tributes that revealed the man behind the politician.
The government has announced plans to pay creators who promote its development agenda online, including affordable housing, but the move has drawn sharp criticism from Kenyans.
President William Ruto broke down in tears while welcoming Kenya’s world champions at State House, sparking mixed reactions from Kenyans online.
DCI has arrested a father and son accused of defrauding an M-Pesa outlet of Sh236,000 in Nairobi’s Gikomba market.
Former NFL defensive lineman and Super Bowl champion Arthur Jones, known for his time with the Baltimore Ravens and his sports legacy has died at 39.
Kaluma Boy, whose videos caring for his ailing father moved Kenyans, has been awarded a full university scholarship at a thanksgiving service following nationwide support.
Bishop Ben Kiengei has donated an ambulance to the proposed TikTok Community Hospital, a viral Gen Z-led initiative aiming to build a free community health facility.
Kenyans came together in an emotional show of solidarity, raising Sh2 million in just 30 minutes to help Kaluma Boy’s mother set up a shop, as the teen also received a full university scholarship.
Afro Nation Portugal 2026 returns bigger than ever — and Kenya’s Bien joins global stars in a landmark celebration of African music.
Marinho Neto, officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s oldest living man, has turned 113, crediting his remarkable longevity to faith, laughter, and “living peacefully.”
Gengetone artist Shalkido, real name Kelvin Mburu Kinyanjui, has died following a tragic motorbike accident just hours after being declared brain dead.
Kenyan Gengetone artist Shalkido, best known for the hit Wamlambez, died following a tragic motorbike accident just hours after performing in Thika.
Kenyans slammed DCI for posting a “Happy Customer Service Week” message, accusing the agency of insensitivity amid ongoing allegations of abductions and police brutality.
Kenyans have called out singer Bahati for sharing an old, unanswered message from the late Gengetone star Shalkido, accusing him of clout-chasing after the artist’s tragic death.
Donald Trump has confirmed that rapper and music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs personally asked him for a presidential pardon following his recent conviction on prostitution-related charges.
Pastor Ng’ang’a faces outrage and calls for arrest after a viral video showed him confessing to gang rape.
Mirel Atieno Ngesa has been stripped of her crown after what organizers termed a careful deliberation, citing the need to uphold professionalism, integrity, and authentic environmental advocacy.
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