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6 days ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
Madaraka Day is observed annually on June 1st to mark the momentous occasion when Kenya attained internal self-governance from British colonial rule. This public holiday is enshrined in the 2010 Constitution under Article 8. Speaking during the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations held in Homa Bay County, President William Ruto highlighted Kenya’s key achievements.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
President William Ruto has unveiled a health insurance payment plan dubbed “Lipa SHA Pole Pole”, aimed at easing the burden of annual premium payments for Kenyans in the informal sector. Speaking during the 62nd Madaraka Day celebrations held in Homa Bay County, Ruto said the initiative will allow contributors to the Social Health Authority (SHA) to pay their premiums in instalments, rather than in one lump sum.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
Murang’a County Women Representative Betty Maina has found herself at the centre of controversy after a fiery online exchange with musician and influencer Muthoni, popularly known as Baby Top, captured Citizen’s attention and ignited a storm on social media. Maina, elected in 2022 on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) ticket after defeating media personality Waithira Muithirania of the Jubilee Party, launched accusations in a viral post.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has announced the arrest of suspects involved in mobile phone theft at Raila Odinga Stadium, where 20 stolen phones were recovered. The arrests come amid heightened security during today’s Madaraka Day celebrations held in Homa Bay County. Authorities say the swift action by DCI officers helped curb theft incidents, ensuring a safer environment for attendees.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
Homa Bay County, located on the southern shores of Lake Victoria, took centre stage this year as the host of Kenya’s 2025 Madaraka Day celebrations. The event comes as the county continues to play a pivotal role in the national political and economic landscape, as shown by its significant voter base. According to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). Homa Bay County has a total of 551,071 registered voters.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has officially opened its portal for the Second Revision of university, college, and program choices, offering a final lifeline to KCSE holders yet to secure a placement. In a statement released on 31 May, KUCCPS urged all 2024 KCSE candidates who either missed the initial application or were not successful in their earlier submissions to log in and make their selections. The portal will remain open until June 7, 2025.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
The High Court has blocked the swearing-in of Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) commissioners. On May 28, Justice Lawrence Mugambi, permitted Parliament to continue with the vetting of the seven nominees for chairperson and commissioner roles. However, he ruled that they cannot be sworn in until a petition challenging the nomination process is resolved. Noting the significant public interest, Justice Mugambi referred the case to the Chief Justice to assign a multi-judge bench.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
The Kenya Tea Development Agency Management Services Ltd. (KTDA MS) has announced a public tender for the sale of boarded motor vehicles, used machinery, and various assorted items from its managed tea factories and subsidiaries. According to a notice issued on May 29, the auction includes more than 20 vehicles and a variety of industrial equipment, with interested bidders required to pay a non-refundable fee of Ksh 2,000 per item and a refundable deposit of Ksh 5,000 for each motor vehicle.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
Ngugi wa Thiong’o, the legendary Kenyan writer and fierce advocate for decolonization, left behind an open letter to President William Ruto before his death on Wednesday May 28, 2025, at the of age 87. In it, Ngũgĩ condemned Ruto’s state visit to Washington in 2024, calling his alignment with NATO a “betrayal” of Kenya’s anti-colonial legacy and accusing him of surrendering African sovereignty to Western interests.
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1 week ago | 
thekenyatimes.com | Timothy Osoro
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, a towering figure in African literature and a lifelong champion for language, cultural freedom, and social justice, died Wednesday morning, May 28, 2025, at the age of 87. His family said he had battled health complications, including kidney issues and limited mobility in recent years. Born in 1938 in Kamiriithu, near Limuru, in Kenya’s Kiambu District, Ngũgĩ emerged as one of Africa’s most influential literary voices.
