Governance
Politics, government and public affairs in Kenya. We follow Parliament, the national and county governments, the courts, security and public spending, and what their decisions mean for ordinary Kenyans.
Mackenzie, Seven Others Charged Over 52 Deaths in Kilifi Under Terror and Manslaughter Laws
MOMBASA, Kenya — The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has charged controversial preacher Pastor Paul Mackenzie and seven others over 52 new deaths linked...
KNCHR Condemns ‘Shoot-to-Kill’ Order by Coast Police Boss
NAIROBI, Kenya — The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has condemned a “shoot-to-kill” directive reportedly issued by Coast Regional Police Commander Ali...
Swiss National Arrested in Watamu Over Suspected Defilement of 15-Year-Old
WATAMU, Kenya — Detectives have arrested an 85-year-old Swiss national in Watamu, Kilifi County, over allegations of defiling a 15-year-old girl.The Directorate of Criminal...
Edwin Sifuna Removed as ODM Secretary General
NAIROBI, Kenya – The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has removed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna from his position as Secretary General, in a dramatic turn...
KPS Salutes Mental Health Champion Commissioner of Police Evelyn Mbugua
NAIROBI, Kenya — This week, the Kenya Police Service has spotlighted Commissioner of Police Evelyn Mbugua for her leadership of the Counselling and Psychosocial...
The Scoop- Walls Have Ears
The Scoop by Y News is a one-page online magazine that takes you straight into Kenya's corridors of power. Each edition delivers sharp, thrilling stories – secrets, deals, and behind-the-scenes intrigues shaping the nation. Designed for the fast reader, The Scoop is made to be consumed in a glance and shared in a click.




