April 16
Kenya: Mzalendo Kibunjia, 5 Others Charged With Sh441mn Ghost Workers Scandal
Former Director General of the Kenya National Museums, Mzalendo Kibunja, along with administrative officers from his tenure have been charged for corruptly receiving Sh400 million… Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Sees High Tourist Arrivals From Kenya, Zimbabwe
South Africa (SA) has recorded an increase in the number of tourist arrivals from Kenya and Zimbabwe,highlighting the growing intra-African tourism industry amid the removal of… Read more »
April 15
Kenya: Kenya Power Cuts Electricity Costs By 13.7pc for Domestic Users
Kenyans will now enjoy cheaper electricity bills after Kenya Power announced a 13.7 percent power cost cut starting this month. Read more »
Kenya: An Elders Council to Call Shots After Raila Quits ODM Premiership
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is mulling far-reaching constitutional amendments that could whittle down the influence of the Party Leader. Read more »
Kenya: EACC Summons Ex-Murang'a Governor Wa'iria to Face Corruption Charges
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has summoned former Murang'a Governor Mwangi wa Iria and seven others to face charges in a Sh140 million corruption scandal. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Slashes Electricity Bills By 13.7% From May
Kenya Power has announced a 13.7% drop in electricity bills starting from May, providing much-needed relief to consumers grappling with the high cost of living. Read more »
Kenya: South African-Based Fashion Brand Foschini Group Exits Kenya
Foschini Group Kenya, a South African-based fashion brand, has announced its exit from the Kenyan market after appointing new liquidators to take over its establishments. Read more »
Kenya: Single Online Portal to Enhance Ease of Doing Business Unveiled
Trade and Investments Cabinet Secretary (CS) Rebecca Miano today unveiled an online portal that seeks to enhance the ease of doing business in the country. Read more »
Kenya: LSK Denounces Koome's Call for Crackdown On Striking Medics
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has denounced a directive by Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome ordering firm action on medical professionals on strike after he termed their… Read more »
Kenya: Stray Buffalo Kills Man Aged 60 in Voi Town
A 60-year-old man with hearing impairment has died following an attack by a stray buffalo in Voi town. Read more »
Kenya: Super Obiri Puts Up Master Finish to Defend Boston Marathon Title
Kenya's Hellen Obiri put up a well calculated final stretch finish to outkick compatriot Sharon Lokedi and defend her Boston Marathon title, winning the race in 2:22:37 on Monday. Read more »
Kenya: Chebet's Boston Hatrick Dream Shattered As Ethiopia's Lemma Wins
Evans Chebet's dream of becoming the first man since Robert Cheruiyot in 2008 to win the Boston Marathon three times in a row was shattered, as the defending champion settled for… Read more »
Kenya: Tore Bobe! Shabana Earn Massive Victory Over Muhoroni in Survival Fight
Shabana FC have earned a massive three points in their fight to remain in the FKF Premier League, after edging out fellow strugglers Muhoroni Youth 2-1 at the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium… Read more »
April 14
Africa: 4 Kenyans Named Among Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 Class of 2024
Forbes Africa has released its annual 30 Under 30 list, which celebrates the achievements of exceptional young entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders under the age of 30. This… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Unveils Shirika Plan to Integrate Refugees From Daadab and Kakuma Camps
The government has announced its intention to implement the Shirika plan, aiming to integrate settlement for over half a million refugees currently residing in the Daadab and… Read more »
Kenya: Former Murang'a Governor Wa'iria to Be Charged With Sh140 Million Fraud
Former Murang'a Governor Mwangi wa Iria is among eight former county officials facing charges from the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) over alleged procurement fraud… Read more »
Kenya: The Refs Are Killing Us! - KPA's Ojukwu Lashes Out At Officiating in Equity Win
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) head coach Anthony Ojukwu was left fuming at the officiating as his side narrowly edged oit rivals Equity Hawks 57-55 to remain unbeaten and top of the… Read more »
Kenya: Unstoppable! Thunder Go 19-0 in Commanding Victory Over KPA
Nairobi City Thunder continued with their unbeaten run in the Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Men's Premier League, with a commanding 82-57 victory over defending champions Kenya… Read more »
April 12
Kenya: Bore Urges Medics to End Strike and Heed Dialogue Call
Labour Cabinet Secretary Florence Bore has urged striking doctors to end the strike and give dialogue a chance for the benefit of Kenyans. Read more »
Kenya: Two Alleged Al-Shabaab Recruiters Detained for 21 Days in Mombasa
Two individuals suspected of recruiting young people into joining terrorist groups in Somalia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) will be detained for a further 21 days. Read more »
Kenya: At Least 323 Households Adversely Affected By Heavy Rains in Kirinyaga
The Kenya Red Cross Society says at least 323 households in Thiba, Mwea West subcounty in Kirinyaga have been adversely affected by heavy rainfall experienced in the past few days. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Has Made Commendable Strides in Ending TB, but the War Is Not Over Yet
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global health concern, with 10.6 million people falling ill with the disease worldwide and 1.3 million dying from it by 2022, according to the World… Read more »
Kenya: Daktari Smart Telemedicine Initiative Targets 32,400 Children
Daktari Smart, a telemedicine programme run by Gertrude's Children's Hospital, plans to reach 32,400 children in five counties in the initial stage. Read more »
April 11
Kenya: Kenya's Fuel Consumption Drops On Rising Fuel Prices
Kenya's fuel consumption and demand fell last year, the latest data from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) shows. Read more »
Kenya: Senate Energy Committee Orders Sakaja's Arrest for Frustrating Gas Blast Probe
The Senate Energy Committee has asked Inspector General of Police, Japhet Koome, to arrest Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja over failure to heed their summons. Read more »