At least five Kenyan police officers have been killed in a deadly attack allegedly carried out by the Somali militant group Al-Shabaab. The assault highlights the continuing security challenges along the Kenya-Somalia border, where militants have repeatedly targeted security personnel and civilians.
Authorities have launched investigations and intensified security operations in the affected area as concerns grow over cross-border militant activity. The latest attack underscores the persistent threat posed by Al-Shabaab despite ongoing counterterrorism efforts in the region.

Somali Militant Group Attacks Kenyan Officers, 5 Killed | Wion News 

A troubling mystery is unfolding at Kenya's iconic Amboseli National Park, where 15 elephants have died within just a month, prompting an urgent investigation. The Kenya Wildlife Service says 10 of the animals showed signs of partial paralysis before dying within two days, while five carcasses were too decomposed to examine. Most victims were female elephants and their calves


Authorities probe poaching angle as 15 elephants die in a month in Kenya

Kenya's official presidential website, president.go.ke, was temporarily taken offline on July 18, 2026, following a cyberattack. Hackers defaced the portal’s homepage with messages targeting President William Ruto and issued a ransom demand of 5 Bitcoins (approximately $317,000–$325,000), threatening to leak "uncomfortable" information if the payment was not made.


Kenya's President Ruto hit by website hack, hackers demand 5 bitcoin ransom

A formerly homeless man in Kenya's capital, Rodgers Oloo Magutha, aka 'Nairobi Birdman', has gained a large social media following after years of rescuing and living with injured birds 


Kenya's 'birdman' dismisses officials' health concerns

African involvement in Russia’s war against Ukraine could be far higher than previously thought. Kenya's labour minister, Alfred Mutua, on the spot after luring over 400,000 Kenyans for work placements abroad


Concern rises as more African soldiers die in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war 

A tailor who lost his sight completely due to glaucoma has found ingenious ways to continue sewing accurately. When Charles Kibe lost his sight in 2017, he also lost customers, but now his business is thriving.


Against all odds, blind Kenyan tailor defies Glaucoma to keep his business running 

Kenya is preparing for a fresh wave of youth-led demonstrations as thousands of Gen Z protesters plan to return to the streets. The rallies are being driven by demands for accountability and justice following last year's anti-government protests, during which nearly 130 people were reportedly killed. Authorities have tightened security and sealed key roads in Nairobi ahead of the demonstrations.


Kenya Protests: Demonstrators Seek Justice for 127 Killed During Anti-Govt Rallies 

Kenya Anti-Govt Rallies: Gen-Z Protesters Clash With Police in Capital City of Nairobi

Kenya Anti-Govt Rallies: Protesters Seek Justice for Nearly 130 Killed During

Kenya has halted construction of a U.S.-supported Ebola quarantine facility after a court found the country’s Health Minister guilty of contempt. Announcing the decision, the minister said there was never any intention to disregard judicial orders and pledged compliance with the court's directives. The move has brought renewed attention to the balance between urgent public health preparedness and adherence to legal procedures, as authorities reassess the future of the project.


Kenyan Health Minister Orders Halt To US-Backed Facility

Solar-powered cold storage is transforming agriculture across Africa, helping farmers preserve perishable crops, cut post-harvest losses from as much as 50% to under 2%, and access lucrative international markets while reducing reliance on costly and unreliable electricity.


Solar-Powered Cold Containers Helping Farmers Preserve Crops

Kenya has ordered a halt to preparations for a US-run Ebola quarantine facility, as more than 1,000 Ebola infections were recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the latest outbreak has killed more than 250 people


Kenya Halts US Ebola Facility, as Outbreak Tops 1,000 Cases With 254 Deaths 

BREAKING: Kenya Suspends US-Backed Ebola Facility Project After Court Contempt Ruling

A major ocean conservation summit has brought together policymakers, scientists and environmental advocates in Kenya.
The gathering focuses on protecting marine ecosystems, promoting sustainable fisheries and combating ocean pollution.
Participants are discussing strategies to address climate change and biodiversity loss in coastal regions.

Kenya Hosts Major Ocean Conservation Summit Amid Climate Concerns 

Tensions are rising in Kenya as protesters and civil society groups accuse the US government of shifting health risks onto developing nations. The claims have sparked public anger, renewed debate over foreign medical programs, and calls for greater transparency in international health partnerships.

Kenya Unrest: Kenyans Accuse US Government of Outsourcing Health Risks

Environmental activists in Kenya staged protests in Nairobi against a proposed construction project inside Nairobi National Park, warning that the development could threaten the country’s only wildlife park located within a capital city.


Activists Warn Against Habitat Loss 

A proposed Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya has sparked protests and legal challenges, with many residents expressing concerns about public health and safety. Kenyan authorities say the centre is designed to strengthen emergency preparedness and improve the country's ability to respond to disease outbreaks. However, opponents fear potential risks and have called for greater transparency. The controversy has now reached the courts, with a Kenyan judge temporarily halting the opening of the facility while the matter is reviewed.


Kenya Protests Erupt Over Planned Ebola Quarantine Centre As Court Steps In

A devastating fire at a girls’ school in Kenya has left at least 16 students dead and more than 70 injured, according to police. The blaze reportedly broke out overnight inside an accommodation block at Utumishi Academy in Gilgil, triggering panic among students and staff. Rescue teams and emergency workers rushed to the scene to search for survivors as authorities launched an investigation into the cause of the fire. The tragedy is being described as one of Kenya’s deadliest school fire incidents in recent years.


Fire in a Girl's School Dormitory in Kenya Killed at Least 16 Students, Over 70 Injured

Kenya School Fire Kills 16 Students, Over 70 Injured as Dormitory Blaze Sparks Panic

Deadly protests have erupted across Kenya as anger over rising fuel prices and economic pressure intensified nationwide. Protesters blocked major roads and clashed with security forces in several cities, while reports say at least four people were killed during the unrest. Rights groups have strongly condemned alleged police violence against demonstrators, raising concerns over the government’s handling of the crisis. The protests reflect growing frustration over the rising cost of living and economic hardship.


Kenyan Government and Transport Firms Reach a Deal to Halt Strike After Deadly Protests

Deadly protests have erupted across Kenya as anger over rising fuel prices and economic pressure intensified nationwide. Protesters blocked major roads and clashed with security forces in several cities, while reports say at least four people were killed during the unrest. Rights groups have strongly condemned alleged police violence against demonstrators, raising concerns over the government’s handling of the crisis. The protests reflect growing frustration over the rising cost of living and economic hardship.

Kenya Erupts In Chaos As Deadly Fuel Protests Spread Nationwide 

At the Africa–France summit in Nairobi, leaders pitched billion-Euro partnerships to drive growth and climate resilience while on Kenya’s coast, mangrove restoration is already delivering both at the grassroots level.

Mangrove Restoration Gains Ground in Mombasa

World Athletics president Sebastian Coe says the organisation will not "strangle innovation", following the debate around the so-called 'super shoe' which helped Sebastian Sawe become the first person to run a competitive marathon in under two hours.


Kenya's Sabastian Sawe Victorious Lap and the 'Super Shoe' Debate 

In Kenya, some families are hiring professional mourners to give their loved ones the ultimate send-off.


Western Kenya: Making a Living Out of Being a Professional Mourner

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