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.
Africa’s Debt Burden to Remain Key Risk in 2026 — S&P
NAIROBI, Kenya — Accumulated debt stocks will remain a major risk for African economies in 2026 as structurally high debt levels and weak revenue...
Kenya Met Warns of Mixed Rainfall, Heat Risks in 2026 Long Rains
NAIROBI, Kenya — The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has forecast mixed rainfall performance and elevated heat risks during the March–April–May (MAM) 2026 long rains...
State Moves to Fast-Track Completion of 15,000-Seater Mombasa Stadium
MOMBASA, Kenya — The national government has renewed efforts to complete the long-stalled 15,000-seater Mombasa Stadium following high-level talks between Cabinet officials and the...
African Union Condemns Killing of Saif al-Islam Gaddafi
NAIROBI, Kenya — The African Union (AU) has condemned the killing of Libyan political figure Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, warning that the assassination risks undermining...
Detectives Recover Stolen Mercedes-Benz, Hunt for Suspects Underway
NAIROBI, Kenya — A high-end, unregistered Mercedes-Benz GLK350d that went missing from a Spring Valley garage has been recovered by a joint team of...
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.




