April 30
Kenya: Businessman Cum Preacher, James Wanjohi Denies Sh600mn Fraud Allegations
A businessman cum preacher, James Wanjohi, has denied allegations that he obtained Sh 600 million after defrauding 4,000 Kenyans while promising them Visas to travel abroad. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyatta Urges Kenyans to Assist Those Affected By Floods
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has called on Kenyans to provide assistance to those affected by floods even as he pledged a Sh2 million donation to the Kenya Red Cross Society… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Holds Special Cabinet Meeting On Flooding Situation
President William Ruto is currently holding a special cabinet meeting in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Water Authority Issues Flooding Alert Amid Seven Forks Spilling
The Water Resources Authority (WARMA) has warned of imminent flooding as a result of a potential breach in the Seven Forks Dams following sustained rainfall. Read more »
April 29
Kenya: Death Toll in Mai Mahiu Dam Tragedy Rises to 48
The death toll of the Old Kijabe Dam tragedy in Mai Mahiu has risen to 48. Read more »
April 28
Kenya: Weusi FC Wins 14th Edition of Kot 5 Aside Tournament
Weusi FC were crowned winners of the 14th edition of the KOT5aside tournament on Saturday at the Nyali Futsal Arena in Mombasa County. Read more »
April 29
Kenya: Bureau of Standards Blames 'Impostors' for Corruption Ranking
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has attributed its third-place ranking as the most corrupt public entity to the prevalence of impostors in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Nazir Jinnah Proposes Loan Moratorium to Ease Financial Strain Among Businesses Affected By Ongoing Floods
Businessman Nazir Jinnah has called on the Government to move with speed and alleviate the suffering of Kenyans affected by the ongoing heavy rains. Read more »
Kenya: KQ Halts Flights to Kinshasa Over Continued Detention of 2 Staff
Kenya Airways (KQ) will suspend flights to Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) tomorrow over the continued detention of its two staff amid an allegation of… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Railways Says Tickets Booked By Students to Remain Open
Kenya Railways says student tickets purchased for the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) travel between Monday and Friday will remain valid for use until next week after the schools'… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Attempting to Cross Flooded Areas to Be Charged With Attempted Suicide - CS Kindiki
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki now says any Kenyan who attempts to cross a flooded area will be charged with attempted suicide. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways Suspends Flights to Kinshasa Over Detention of Staff
Kenya Airways has suspended its flights to Kinshasa over what it terms as 'continued detention' of its staff. Read more »
Kenya: Chiefs to Take Personal Responsibility for Foreigners Obtaining Kenya IDs
Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok says chiefs will now be required to take responsibility for foreigners obtaining National Identity Cards in their… Read more »
Kenya: 12 People Killed in IED Explosion in Elwak Town, Mandera
At least 12 people were killed Monday following an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Elwak Town, Mandera. Read more »
Kenya: Kihika Announces Medical Bill Waiver for Victims of Mai Mahiu Dam Tragedy
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has announced waiver on medical bills for victims of Mai Mahiu dam tragedy. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Calls for Increased Concessional Funding From World Bank
President William Ruto has led African heads of State and government in calling for increased concessional funding from the World Bank's International Development Association… Read more »
Kenya: Mai Mahiu-Narok Road Closed After Severe Crack Occurs
The Mai Mahiu - Narok road has been closed temporarily after a severe crack caused by flash floods occured. Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Pays Bus Fare for Stranded Students in Nairobi After Schools Reopening Postponed
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja on Monday paid bus fare for all stranded students in Nairobi termini following the postponement of schools reopening. Read more »
Kenya: Ngetich Eyes Olympics Glory After Narrow Miss On World Record in Germany
After missing out on the world record for the women's 10km, Kenya's Agnes Ngetich says her next mission is to win a medal at this summer's Olympic Games in Paris. Read more »
Kenya: Former Bomas of Kenya CEO Koria Charged With Procurement-Related Irregularities
Former Bomas of Kenya Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bomas of Kenya Peter Koria has denied seven graft charged leveled against him by Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission… Read more »
Kenya: Monarch Insurance Ordered to Pay Two Joint Creditors Sh2.4mn Claim
Monarch Insurance Company Limited has been ordered to pay Sh2.5 million as claim payments to its joint creditors. Read more »
Kenya: 10 Bodies Pulled Out in Mai Mahiu Dam Tragedy
Ten bodies have been pulled out in ongoing search after the Mai Mahiu dam tragedy. Read more »
Kenya: School Reopening Pushed to May 6 Amid Devastating Floods in Kenya
Schools reopening for the second term has been postponed for a week until May 6 following the devastating effects caused by the ongoing rains in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Etihad Airways Resumes Direct Flights to Nairobi
Etihad Airways is resuming flights to East Africa with daily flights to Nairobi set to start on May 1. Read more »
Kenya: Rescue Operations for Garissa Boat Victims Set to Resume
Efforts to locate and rescue passengers who are still missing following the capsizing of a boat in Garissa, are set to resume on Monday. Read more »