The Star (Kenya)

The Star (Kenya)

The Star is a daily publication located in Nairobi, Kenya. It was first introduced in July 2007 under the name Nairobi Star and changed its name to The Star in 2009.

National

English

Newspaper

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81

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Global

#28591

Kenya

#42

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CJ Koome calls for joint effort in tackling SGBV

1 day ago | the-star.co.ke | Faith Matete

Chief Justice Martha Koome and Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o during the launch of the Tribunal Shared Services in Kisumu /FAITH MATETEChief Justice Martha Koome has urged Kenyans to take collective responsibility in addressing the growing cases of sexual and gender-based violence and femicide.
Report: Kenyan domestic workers go though hell in Saudi Arabia

1 day ago | the-star.co.ke | Gordon Osen |Mathews Ndanyi

Amnesty International Kenya executive director Irungu Houghton (centre) presents the report on Kenyan domestic workers in Saudi Arabia to Mombasa Tourism CEC Mohamed Osman (second R) at Kenya Coast National Polytechnic, Mombasa /KNAWhen agents scouting for domestic workers to export abroad approach women already weathering hard life, they package the offer as life-changing and a death blow to poverty, but that's not all there is.
UDA schedules repeat grassroots polls in Mombasa and Tana River

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | James Mbaka

The National Elections Board of the United Democratic Alliance has scheduled fresh grassroots elections in at least 110 polling stations across Mombasa and Tana River counties. The ruling party said it had reviewed the results of the elections conducted on April 11 and 12 in 22 counties and decided to repeat the polls in the two counties on May 17, 2025.
UHC workers protest in Nairobi over unpaid gratuities, job security

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | James Mbaka

In SummaryMore than 3,000 UHC workers, drawn from various counties, held a night vigil and lit candles at the Green Park Bus Station before marching to the entrance of Afya House.
Police warn against protests after group threatens to storm DP’s official residence in Karen

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Cyrus Ombati

Police on Tuesday warned against planned protests at the official residence of the Deputy President Kithure Kindiki in Karen, Nairobi. Anti-riot police deployed said they will not allow the planned protests. Farmers Party leader Irungu Nyakera had posted the letter on his X account, and according to the letter, they purported to notify the authorities of the planned protests on May 13, 2025. Anti-riot police were deployed on major routes to stop and check any suspicious cars and motorcycles.
Four bandits killed, six rifles, 527 bullets seized in Meru operation

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Cyrus Ombati

Some of the mobile phones recovered in the raid./HANDOUT At least four suspected bandits were killed on Tuesday during a security operation in Kubisera village, Igembe, Meru County. The multi-agency operation also led to the recovery of six AK-47 rifles, 527 rounds of ammunition, and eight mobile phones. The raid, targeting a makeshift camp believed to be operated by the suspects, was part of a wider government crackdown on rising banditry in the region.
Release IEBC selection panel exit report - Opposition demands

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | James Mbaka

In SummaryThe statement was signed by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Martha Karua (People’s Liberation Party), Kalonzo Musyoka (Wiper), Eugene Wamalwa (DAP-K), Mukhisa Kituyi, Jubilee Party Chairperson Torome Saitoti, and Justin Muturi (Democratic Party). Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i, who also endorsed the statement, was identified as the leader of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) party.
Kaluma backs leasing of sugar mills despite uproar from ODM leaders

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | James Mbaka

In Summary“Congratulations, President William Ruto, for the timely intervention of your administration to return sugarcane farming to profit. Be bold and shut your ears to the politicians,” Kaluma posted on the X platform.
Interview: Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman outlines final push to 2045

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | John Muchangi

CEO of the Gates Foundation Mark Suzman during the interview with journalists on May 8, 2025. Philanthropist Bill Gates last week announced he will give away virtually all his wealth, through the Gates Foundation, which will shut completely on December 31, 2045. He said the foundation will give away $200 billion over the next 20 years. The amount includes Gates’ own future contributions and balance of the foundation’s endowment.
Chemelil Sugar workers down tools over salary arrears, job security

2 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Faith Matete

In SummaryThe workers cited unresolved issues around salary arrears, job security, and unclear retirement benefits in the ongoing leasing transition process. Speaking on behalf of the striking workers, James Agumba, Assistant Secretary of the Kenya Union of Sugar Plantation and Allied Workers (KUSPAW), Chemelil branch said the employees had been pushed to the wall. Chemelil Sugar workers down their tools.

The Star (Kenya) journalists

Agatha Ngotho

Alfred Onyango

Alice Waithera

Allan Kisia

Alphonce Gari

Angwenyi Gichana

Annette Wambulwa

Barry Salil

Benson Nyagesiba

Brian Oruta

Brian Otieno

Calistus Luchetu

Celine Mokeira

Charles Mghenyi

Cheti Praxides

Danflow Lindwe

Douglas Okiddy

Elias Yaa

Elizabeth Musyimi

Elizabeth Ngigi

Emmanuel Wanjala

Emojong Osere

Enos Teche

Eutycas Muchiri

Evans Ousuru

EZEKIEL AMINGá

Faith Matete

Felix Kipkemoi

Felix Olick

Francis Wadegu

George Mugo

George Owiti

Gerald Mutethia

Gideon Keter

Godfrey Kimega

Gordon Osen

Hesborn Etyang

Hilton Otenyo

Imende Benjamin

Jack Owuor

Jacktone Lawi

James Mbaka

Jillo Kadida

John Muchangi

John Nalianya

Joseph Kangogo

Joseph Ndunda

Kennedy Kamande Wangari

Kibii Eliud

Lewis Nyaundi

Loise Macharia

Loreen Wamalwa

Magdaline Saya

Manny Anyango

Martin Mwita

Mathews Ndanyi

Maureen Kinyanjui

Maurice Alal

Moses Odhiambo

Musembi Nzengu

Samson Ateka

Shaban Omar

Solomon Muingi

Stephen Astariko

Tom Jalio

Tony Mballa

Tracy Mutinda

Victor Amadala

William Njuguna

Wycliffe Muga

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123 Example Street

City, Country 12345

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[email protected]

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http://the-star.co.ke

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