September 19
Kenya: Why It's Time to Know Where Our Food Comes From [editorial]
Capital FM
As Kenyans, our local food culture is something we hold dear--whether it's sukuma wiki from the mama mboga or freshly cut meat from the neighborhood butchery. These familiar and… Read more »
Kenya: Latest African EV Developments Being Showcased in Nairobi
Capital FM
Nairobi is hosting an event showcasing the latest developments in the electric vehicle sector at the 3rd edition of the Africa E-Mobility Week Conference, which aims to advance… Read more »
Kenya: German Firm Eyes Kenyan, African Early-Stage Startups With Sh4.3bn Fund
Capital FM
Unconventional Capital (Uncap), a German firm, has rolled out a Sh4.3 billion (€30 million) fund targeting early-stage startups in Kenya and other African nations. Read more »
Kenya: Divisions Rock Mt Kenya Over Kindiki Endorsement
Capital FM
Divisions continue to emerge in Mt. Kenya Region over endorsement of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as the Region's de facto link with the government. Read more »
Kenya: MPs Probe Sh29.8mn Moi University Gate in Details Unearthed By Audit Report
Capital FM
Details disclosed before the National Assembly's Public Investments Committee on Education have revealed how Moi University spent a whooping Sh29.8 million to build the university… Read more »
Kenya: KDF to Handover Sh2.4bn MV Uhuru II to Kenya Railways
Capital FM
The Kenya Defence Forces will hand over the Sh2.4 billion MV Uhuru II to Kenya Railways Corporation in Kisumu on Thursday. Read more »
Kenya: At 40, APC's UPS Technology Is More Relevant Than Ever
Capital FM
This year, APC celebrates 40 years since introducing its first, milestone UPS in 1984. This original model, the 750, used a lead-acid battery to provide surge protection and backup… Read more »
Kenya: Ex-PAN Paper Workers Await Benefits Amid Budget Constraints
Capital FM
The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection has expressed regret over the prolonged delay in the payment of terminal dues owed to former employees of Pan African Paper Mills in… Read more »
Kenya: British Defence Adviser Hosts Reception in Nairobi Honoring Military Dedication
Capital FM
On Thursday, 12 September 2024, Brigadier Olly Bryant, the British Defence Adviser to Kenya, hosted a special reception to mark Armed Forces Day and celebrate the extraordinary… Read more »
Kenya: Ten Foreign Based Players Included As Kenya Chases Afcon U20 Qualification
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Coach Salim Babu has included 10 foreign based players in his preliminary squad, as Kenya's Rising Stars prepare for an assault at qualification for the U20 Africa Cup of Nations… Read more »
September 18
Kenya: Rogue Clerics On the Radar As Bill With Proposed Regulations
Capital FM
A new proposed bill now seeks to regulate religious organizations with religious leaders who operate an unregistered religious organization, risking a Sh5 million fine, three years… Read more »
East Africa: Kenya's Femicide Cases - 'Declare a Crisis Now' [analysis]
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Ugandan athlete and Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei died in September 2024 after being set alight by a man she knew in Eldoret, Kenya. Cheptegei's murder was reported to have been about… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Rallies Broad-Based Cabinet Behind Reform Plan
Capital FM
President William Ruto chaired the first meeting of the newly constituted Cabinet at State House Nairobi on Tuesday. Read more »
Kenya: Cabinet Ratifies SHA Transition Beginning October 1
Capital FM
The Cabinet has ratified the transition from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA), effective October 1, 2024. Read more »
Kenya: University Staff Go On Strike Over Delayed Salaries, Medical Cover
Capital FM
University staff members under the Universities Academic Staff Union and the Kenya Universities Staff Union have kicked off a nationwide strike across public universities over… Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Spend Sh106bn to Implement Maraga Taskforce Reforms
Capital FM
The government will spend Sh106 billion to implement various reforms recommended by the David Maraga led taskforce on terms and conditions of service for the National Police… Read more »
Kenya: National Assembly Approves Nomination of Kanja As IG
Capital FM
President William Ruto's nominee for the Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja now awaits swearing in after parliament unanimously approved his nomination. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto to Launch Strategic Framework for Implementation of Security Reforms
Capital FM
President William Ruto will on Wednesday preside over the official launch of the Strategic Framework for the Implementation of Reforms in the National Police Service, Kenya Prisons… Read more »
Kenya: Investing in Nutrition Is Key to Fighting Climate Change and Global Health Challenges - Goalkeepers Report
Capital FM
In the fight against climate change, one of the most effective strategies might not be what you expect: investing in nutrition. Read more »
Kenya: IPOA Probing Withdrawal of Justice Mugambi's Security Detail
Capital FM
The Independent Policing and Oversight Authority (IPOA) is investigating the withdrawal of High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi's security detail. Read more »
Kenya: Mwai Kibaki Hospital to Be Delinked From Kenyatta National Hospital
Capital FM
President William Ruto has announced that Othaya's Mwai Kibaki Hospital, an annex of Kenyatta National Hospital, will be upgraded into a parastatal with its own board and… Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Asks African Countries to Secure, Invest in Children's Future
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Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has asked the African countries across the continent to secure and make meaningful investments in the future of children through the transformation… Read more »
Kenya: Appeal Court Rejects Bid to Suspend Masengeli Jail Term
Capital FM
The Court of Appeal has declined an application to suspend a 6-month jail sentence imposed on Acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli pending a hearing slated for next… Read more »
East Africa: Comesa Greenlights Acquisition of NBK By Nigerian Lender Access Bank
Capital FM
The COMESA Competition Commission has approved a merger between Access Bank and the National Bank of Kenya (NBK), providing the Nigerian lender with a platform for East African… Read more »
Kenya: African Judges Gather in Nairobi, Advocate for Judicial Independence
Capital FM
African judges have convened in Nairobi to review their judicial performance and explore ways to reform the judiciary to drive continental transformation. Read more »