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Author Chimamanda Adichie alleges medical negligence in death of 21-month-old son

By Gloria Bridget Ochwada   2026-01-12 08:11:22

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has accused a Lagos hospital of medical negligence in the death of her 21-month-old son, alleging he was improperly sedated during a routine pre-travel procedure.

Government rebrands Public Benefits Authority

By Emmanuel Kipchumba and Juliet Omelo   2025-12-09 17:35:43

The government has rebranded the Public Benefit Authority as part of an ambitious plan to overhaul oversight in the non-profit sector, signalling a new phase of transparency and professionalism.

Ruto's crackdown on critics lays bare his authoritarian character

By Josphat Thiong’o   2025-12-07 14:39:57

The President’s growing intolerance to political dissent was manifested during the November 27 by-elections. During the mini-polls, State machinery was used to manipulate polling.

Landmark ruling upholds EACC's authority over integrity matters

By Kamau Muthoni   2025-12-02 11:20:39

Anti-Corruption High Court rules that once EACC decides to pursue a person or issues an adverse report, no one, including the President, has the power to interfere or overturn the decision.

Kenya Urban Roads Authority warns Kenyan Prince after risky fire stunt on busy public road

By Joan Oyiela   2025-11-27 14:30:31

Kenya Urban Roads Authority has condemned forex trader Kenyan Prince for dangerously lighting a fire on a busy public road during his birthday stunt.

CA denies authorising biometric data collection in SIM registration

By Esther Nyambura   2025-11-18 19:07:07

Communications Authority of Kenya says it has not authorised telecom providers to collect Kenyans’ biometrics during SIM registration, dismisses related claims.