June 04, 2022
Kenya: IEBC Declines EACC's Move to Lock Out Aspirants in Its Blacklist From Polls
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has declined the move by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to lock out candidates with pending suits from… Read more »
Kenya: Karen MCA Locked Out of August 9 Race Over Economic Crimes Conviction
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has locked out Karen Ward Representative David Mberia from the August 9 polls citing his economic crimes conviction. Read more »
Kenya: Sonko, Thang'wa Among Impeached Leaders Disqualified From Polls
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has barred impeached leaders from contesting in the August 9 polls citing the need to conform to constitutional… Read more »
Kenya: Media Professionals Urged to Uphold Credibility and Accuracy During Polls
Media professionals have been urged to safeguard credibility and accuracy during coverage to support the process of free, fair, acceptable, peaceful and democratic general… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Appoints Senator Kindiki as His Chief Agent, Veronica Maina to Deputize Him
Deputy President William Ruto on Saturday named Tharaka Nithi Senator Kithure Kindiki his Chief Agent in the August 9 presidential election. Read more »
Kenya: Chebukati Clears Ruto, Running Mate Rigathi for August 9 State House Race
Deputy President William Ruto has been cleared to contest for the presidential seat in the August 9 polls by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). Read more »
Kenya: Ruto, Rigathi at Bomas for IEBC Clearance to Join State House Race
Deputy President William Ruto arrived at Bomas of Kenya on Saturday where he was expected to present his credentials to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)… Read more »
Kenya: IEBC Clears Senator Linturi's Meru Gubernatorial Bid
Meru Senator Mithika Linturi has been cleared by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to contest in the county's gubernatorial elections slated for August 9. Read more »
Kenya: KCB Splash Sh100 Million in Sponsorship Towards WRC Safari Rally
Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) has splashed a whooping Sh100mn towards sponsorship of this month's WRC Safari Rally Scheduled for June 23-26. Read more »
June 05, 2022
Kenya: CMG Launches Media Action on World Environment Day
Major news companies of Africa have teamed up with the China Media Group (CMG) in rolling out a joint initiative in environmental protection. Read more »
Kenya: Aukot Locked Out of Presidential Race After Challenging Requirement on Signatures
Thirdway Alliance presidential aspirant Ekuru Aukot has been disqualified from contesting in the August 9th presidential race after contesting the 48,000 signatures requirement. Read more »
Kenya: Violence Giving Kisumu a Bad Name - Ranguma
Former Kisumu Governor Jack Ranguma has called for peaceful campaigns devoid of violence as witnessed on Saturday when Kisumu Central MP Fred Ouda was attacked during the launch of… Read more »
Kenya: Odinga's 10-Point Demand Letter to Chebukati
Azimio La Umoja -- One Kenya Alliance presidential candidate Raila Odinga has raised 10 issues of concern in relation to the upcoming polls with the Independent Electoral and… Read more »
Kenya: Book Piracy Denying Publishing Industry Over 40% of Market Share
The Kenya Publishers Association (KPA) has identified Nakuru County as a melting point of book piracy in Kenya, a vice that KPA says is denying the country's publishers up to 40… Read more »
Kenya: Super Wanyonyi Dazzles Again in Rabat as Moraa Completes Kenyan 800m Double
Seventeen year old Emmanuel Wanyonyi continued with his imperious form, beating a loaded field to clinch the 800m title at the Rabat leg of the World Athletics Diamond League on… Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Raids Odinga's Former Base in Lang'ata as IEBC Okays Presidential Ticket
Azimio La Umoja -- One Kenya Alliance on Sunday expressed confidence that the party will take over the country's leadership after the August 9 polls and succeed President Uhuru… Read more »
June 04, 2022
Kenya: WRC Safari Rally - Ndulele Shakedown to Offer First Look of Hybrid-Powered Cars
Ndulele Conservancy off the Moi North Lake road will for the second year running serve as WRC Safari Rally Kenya venue for Shakedown on Wednesday June 22 from 10:01hrs onwards. Read more »
June 05, 2022
Kenya: 4 Arrested in Nakuru, Police Recover 25 Arrows
Police officers from Njoro have arrested four suspects within Mauche Ward, Nakuru County, and recovered 25 arrows. Read more »
Kenya: Raila Attends Prayer Service Ahead of Presenting His Credentials to IEBC
Azimio la Umoja One Kenya flag presidential bearer Raila Odinga attended a church service at the All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi on Sunday ahead of his date with the Independent… Read more »
Kenya: Indian Market Posts Strong Growth As Kenya's Tourism Recovers
The Indian market will play a significant role in the recovery of Kenya's tourism sector, tourism players in Kenya have said. Read more »
Kenya: Raila, Karua Cleared for August 9 State House Race
Azimio la Umoja One Kenya presidential flag bearer Raila Odinga and his running mate Martha Karua have been cleared by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to… Read more »
Kenya: IEBC to Simulate Election Results Transmission On June 9 - Chebukati
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is set to conduct a simulation exercise for the electronic transmission of polls results next week. Read more »
Kenya: 11 Perish As 14-Seater With 20 Onboard Rolls in Mwingi Crash
Eleven people died on Saturday night after a 14-seater Public Service Vehicle (PSV) they were travelling in veered off the road and rolled multiple times. Read more »
June 04, 2022
Kenya: Dib Bank Opens New Branch in Nairobi CBD
DIB Bank Kenya Limited has today opened a new branch at JKUAT Towers along Banda Street in Nairobi bringing services closer to customers in the Nairobi Central Business District… Read more »
Kenya: Igathe to Present Papers to IEBC As City Hall Race Shapes Up
Jubilee Party's Nairobi gubernatorial candidate Polycarp Igathe is expected to present his nomination papers to the County Returning Officer in Kasarani on Saturday, as he seeks… Read more »