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.
KDF Begins Construction of New Officers’ Housing in Karen
NAIROBI, Kenya — The Chief of the Defence Forces (CDF), General Charles Kahariri, on Friday officiated the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of new...
Kenya to Experience Mostly Sunny, Dry January as Met Warns of Isolated Rains
NAIROBI, Kenya — Most parts of Kenya will experience mainly sunny and dry conditions in January 2026, according to the latest climate outlook by...
Nairobi Moves to Single Contractor in Major Overhaul of City Waste Management
NAIROBI, Kenya — Nairobi City County has announced plans to overhaul its waste management system by appointing a single contractor to handle garbage collection,...
DPP Closes Second Shakahola Case as Court Hears Evidence of Mackenzie’s Radicalisation Network
MOMBASA, Kenya — The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has closed its second case against controversial preacher Paul Nthenge Mackenzie and 96...
Senior Police, NEA Officials Face Action Over First Choice Agency Overseas Jobs Scam
NAIROBI, Kenya – Kenya’s anti-corruption and governance watchdog has called for disciplinary action against senior police officers and officials of the National Employment Authority...
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.




