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Kenyans could soon buy brand-new vehicles assembled locally at prices comparable to, or even lower than, imported used cars after a new manufacturing deal between the government and a Japanese automaker. According to Trade and Investments Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui, the agreement will make Kenya the first country outside Asia to manufacture one of the company’s models, significantly boosting local automotive production. Kinyanjui announced on Monday, February 2, that the

Raphael Tuju (centre) during a past address to journalists. (Photo: File/Barack Oduor) Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju has stepped down as the Executive Director of the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party in a surprise move announced on Monday. According to reports, Tuju communicated his resignation to coalition chairperson Uhuru Kenyatta during a joint meeting of the Azimio Council and the National Executive Committee (NEC). “May I communicate my decision to resi

A side by side image of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta. PHOTO| COURTESY Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has reportedly played a key role in reconciling retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua as opposition realignments gather pace ahead of the 2027 General Election. According to reports, Kalonzo brokered the rapprochement between the two leaders toward the end of 2025 during

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has cautioned Kenyans against using currency notes as decorative gifts ahead of Valentine’s Day on February 14. In a statement posted on its official X account on Monday, February 2, 2026, the bank noted a growing trend of using Kenya Shilling banknotes for cash flower bouquets, ornamental displays, and similar arrangements. “The Central Bank of Kenya has observed a rising practice of using Kenya Shilling banknotes for decorative and celebrator

President Ruto During NYOTA fund disbursement in Kisumu The government has disbursed Ksh220 million in business start-up capital to young entrepreneurs in Siaya, Kisumu and Homa Bay counties under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) Fund. In a statement on Monday, February 2, President William Ruto said the funds were released during a ceremony held in Kisumu, bringing together beneficiaries from the three counties. “Presided over the disbursement of

Kenyatta University Main Gate Kenyatta University has warned students and members of the public against a fake memo circulating on social media claiming that learners are required to pay an additional Ksh10,000 this semester. In a notice issued on Monday, January 2, the university urged students and parents to ignore the document, terming it false and misleading. The fake memo alleges that all students must pay Ksh10,000 and submit school reports for Semester One of the 2025/

Commuters were stranded on Monday, February 2, after matatu operators kept their vehicles off the roads, paralysing public transport in Nairobi. Major roads leading to the Central Business District were blocked, bringing traffic to a standstill. Affected routes included Thika Super Highway, Waiyaki Way and Outering Road. Photos and videos seen by The Hourly News Wave showed long queues at bus stops across several estates as stranded commuters waited for alternative transpor

President William Ruto chairing a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi on July 29, 2025. PCS President William Ruto and several Cabinet Secretaries have effected changes across key government institutions through a series of appointments and reappointments published in the latest Gazette notices. In a notice dated January 30, President Ruto reappointed Ahmed Abdi Rashid, Mary Murangi Mugo, Claire Sifuna Wanyama and Caroline Cherono Kilisha as members of the State Corporati

Clinton Nyapara Mogesa, a Kenyan citizen killed in Ukraine/DEFENSE INTELLIGENCE OF UKRAINE A Kenyan national who had been recruited into the Russian armed forces has been killed while fighting in eastern Ukraine, Ukrainian authorities have said. Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence identified the deceased as Clinton Nyapara Mogesa , a 28-year-old Kenyan whose body was reportedly recovered from a former Russian position in the Donetsk region. In a statement, the Defence Intelligence

Two Teachers Killed After Bus Ploughs Into Pedestrians in Ngara Two teachers lost their lives on Saturday evening, January 31, after a speeding bus rammed into pedestrians in Ngara, Nairobi. In a statement, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the teachers were attending union elections at City Primary School when the public service vehicle lost control and struck them. “One teacher died on the spot, while another succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment in h