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.
Siaya Deputy Governor Oduol to Challenge Governor Orengo in 2027
SIAYA, Kenya- Siaya Deputy Governor Dr. William Oduol has officially announced his intention to contest for the county’s top seat in the 2027 General...
UDA Mandates New Grassroots Elections in Four Counties Amid Disputes
NAIROBI, Kenya — The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has announced repeat grassroots elections in four counties after unresolved issues emerged from earlier party polls,...
High Court Hands Kenyan Navy Control of Seized MV Igor in Anti-Money Laundering Case
MOMBASA, Kenya — The Kenyan Navy has been granted authority to take over the management and safeguarding of the vessel MV Igor, also known...
Thika Affordable Housing Project Nears Completion, Promises Jobs and Urban Renewal
THIKA, Kenya — The Kings Orchid Affordable Housing Project in Thika Town is advancing steadily on schedule, delivering modern homes while spurring job creation...
“Not My Clothes” Passaris Takes On Kenya’s Victim-Blaming Mindset
NAIROBI, Kenya- Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has issued a strong rebuke of Kenya’s handling of gender-based violence (GBV), calling on the Directorate 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.




