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South C Developer Accused of Failing to Honour Safety Commitments

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By James Nyaigoti A property developer undertaking excavation and building construction in South C is facing public criticism after residents say it failed to implement safety measures explicitly promised in writing even as the community still reels from a recent fatal building collapse in the area. In a letter dated April 10, 2025, Adizone Limited had assured residents of Bandari Villa Phase 1 that it would take precautionary and protective measures during site preparation on property known as Nairobi/Block 24/1850 (formerly LR 209/12727). The letter, addressed to a neighboring property owner, outlined several safeguards including structural reinforcements, installation of hoarding and electric fencing, enhanced surveillance, and a commitment to repair or compensate for any damage arising from excavation works. However, residents now claim that the developer has not fulfilled the agreed undertakings, prompting concerns that have been escalated to the National Construction ...
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3.27 Million Kenyans Face Acute Hunger as Mandera Hits Extreme Malnutrition Levels

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By James Nyaigoti At least 3.27 million Kenyans are currently facing high levels of acute food insecurity as drought conditions tighten their grip across the country’s Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs), with Mandera County recording extreme malnutrition levels, according to a new briefing by the ASAL Humanitarian Network (AHN). The figures show that 3.27 million people are classified under Crisis (IPC Phase 3) and above, representing 18.5 percent of the affected population nearly one in five people in the ASAL regions in urgent need of assistance. Of these, 2,873,380 people are in Crisis (IPC Phase 3), while 399,850 are already in Emergency (IPC Phase 4), one step below famine. No population is currently classified under Catastrophe (IPC Phase 5), but humanitarian actors warn that the expansion of Emergency-level food insecurity signals a rapidly narrowing window for preventive action. Mandera County illustrates the severity of the crisis. Following poor October–November–Dec...
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Nairobi’s Top 10 Performing MCAs Revealed in Latest Kenya Track Survey

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By John Toris  A new survey has ranked Nairobi’s top performing Members of the County Assembly, highlighting leaders who residents say are making a visible difference at the grassroots level. The Kenya Track Survey, released on February 25, 2026, followed a month-long assessment of service delivery across Nairobi wards and identified MCAs whose development efforts and community engagement stood out. The study was conducted between January 20 and February 24, 2026, and involved interviews with 5,456 Nairobi residents drawn from different wards across the city. The evaluation focused on tangible development indicators including road improvement, drainage systems, education bursaries, security initiatives, and overall accessibility of ward leadership. According to the findings, Korogocho Ward MCA Hon. Absalom Odhiambo emerged as the top-performing representative with an approval rating of 80 percent. Residents credited his leadership with improving drainage infrastructure ...
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Global Health Leaders Gather in Nairobi as Historic ISSAD 2026 Conference Kicks Off

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By James Nyaigoti, Global scientists, vaccine developers and public health leaders gathered in Nairobi yesterday as the 2026 International Symposium on Streptococcus agalactiae Disease (ISSAD) officially opened, marking the first time the premier global conference on Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is being held in East Africa. The three-day conference, running from February 23–25 at the Hyatt Regency Nairobi Westlands, has brought together experts from more than 40 countries to deliberate on urgent priorities in GBS research, vaccine development and public health policy including discussions around the anticipated rollout of a global maternal GBS vaccine. Convened under the International Symposium on Streptococcus agalactiae Disease (ISSAD), the meeting is taking place at a critical moment in the global fight against GBS, a leading cause of neonatal sepsis, meningitis and infant mortality worldwide. A Persistent Global Health Threat GBS remains a major public health concern, p...
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Stakeholders Call for Urgent Action as Kenya Grapples with Rising Homelessness

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By James Nyaigoti, A renewed call to confront the growing crisis of homelessness in Kenya has taken center stage following a roundtable discussion convened by the Undugu Society of Kenya under the theme “Eliminating Homelessness and Indignity.” The forum brought together policymakers, civil society actors and community stakeholders to address what participants described as a critical gap in reliable data on homelessness since 2018 a gap that continues to hinder effective policy formulation and intervention. Data Deficit Hindering Solutions Speaking during the discussion, Bungoma Senator Okiya Omtatah emphasized that addressing homelessness must begin with establishing credible, up-to-date data. “We need to develop accurate knowledge about homelessness and what is called street living. The first step is to understand the scale of the problem. Without proper data, we cannot design effective solutions,” he said. Stakeholders noted that while anecdotal figures suggest that Nair...
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Connected Africa Summit 2026 Set to Unite Continent's Digital Innovators in Nairobi

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NAIROBI, Kenya – The Connected Africa Summit (CAS) will return for its 2026 edition from April 27th to 30th at the Edge Convention Centre in Nairobi, bringing together heads of state, policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators from across the continent to advance Africa's digital transformation agenda. Organizers announced the confirmation of the fourth edition of the summit at a partners' breakfast this week, unveiling this year's theme: "Uniting Africa's Innovation for an Inclusive Digital Market." The theme builds on the momentum of previous summits—CAS2024's "Shaping the Future of a Connected Africa" and CAS2025's "The Digital Journey: Vision to Reality"—while sharpening the focus on tangible outcomes. Speaking at the launch event, Eng. John Tanui, CBS, Principal Secretary at the State Department for ICT and Digital Economy, emphasized that the 2026 edition marks a critical shift from dialogue to delivery. "...
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President Ruto’s Lucky Summer Visit Signals Renewed Push for Urban Renewal

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Residents of Lucky Summer in Ruaraka Constituency witnessed a historic moment this week when William Samoei Ruto toured the area to inspect ongoing development projects, particularly the Nairobi River regeneration works. The President was hosted by area MCA Victor Omondi Ochola, popularly known as Ringo, whose leadership and mobilization efforts were instrumental in coordinating the visit. The event drew large crowds of residents eager to engage with national leadership and witness firsthand the government’s commitment to transforming their community. Focus on Nairobi River Regeneration At the heart of the President’s visit was an inspection of the ongoing rehabilitation of the Nairobi River corridor. The regeneration initiative seeks to restore the river’s ecosystem, improve sanitation infrastructure, and mitigate flooding risks that have long affected surrounding settlements. For decades, sections of the river passing through densely populated neighborhoods have suffered ...
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