August 26
Somalia: Tensions Rise Again in Somalia's Gedo Region As Federal Troops Seal Kenya Border
Shabelle
Hawo, Somalia - Tensions have flared once again in Somalia's restive Gedo region, particularly around the border town of Beled-Hawo, amid fears of renewed clashes between federal… Read more »
August 25
Africa: All of Africa Today - August 25, 2025
allAfrica
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Kenya: Debunking Multiple Fake Graphics Claiming That Former Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Was Deported From the U.S.
Africa Check
Debunking multiple fake graphics claiming that former Kenyan deputy president Rigathi Gachagua was deported from the US Read more »
August 24
Africa: From Ghana to Kenya, These Are the Best Safari Destinations
Ghanaian Times
Africa, a continent of breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled biodiversity, is home to some of the world's most incredible national parks. From the sprawling savannas of East… Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Assures Kenyan-Based Investors of Partnership in Infrastructure Projects
Nile Post
President Museveni has assured Kenya-based investors from Rebel Group, an international consultancy and investment firm, of Uganda's readiness to partner with them in key… Read more »
Uganda/Kenya: Kenya Coach Optimistic Despite CHAN Exit in Penalty Shootout
Independent (Kampala)
Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy remains optimistic about the future of the country's football, despite the Harambee Stars' first-round exit at the ongoing African Nations… Read more »
August 23
Kenya: WHO Declares Kenya Free of Deadly Sleeping Sickness After Decades
RFI
KENYA - Kenya's success in the fight against deadly sleeping sickness marks a milestone in the African continent's battle to eradicate neglected tropical diseases. Read more »
August 22
Uganda/Nigeria: CHAN 2024 Quarter-Finals Preview - Hosts Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda Lead Charge
Premium Times
As the quarter-finals begin, the script is beautifully poised: East Africa dreaming, North Africa plotting, West Africa charging, and the continent watching Read more »
August 21
Somalia: US Embassy in Nairobi Warns of Possible Al-Shabaab Attacks, Urges Vigilance
Shabelle
The United States Embassy in Kenya has issued a fresh security alert, warning of potential terrorist attacks in Nairobi by Al-Shabaab and other extremist groups, and advising… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania and Kenya Are in a Joint Bid to Combat the Illegal Fauna, Flora, Wildlife Trade.
Daily News
TANZANIA and Kenya have announced a joint bid to champion digital public infrastructure, a regional command and control centre to address human-nature conflicts in Africa, as per… Read more »
Nigeria: How Nollywood Films Help Kenyan Housemaids Make Sense of Their Lives [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Nollywood, Nigeria's prolific video-film industry, has been popular in Kenya since it was introduced to east Africa at around the turn of the century. Read more »
Ethiopia: Kenya's KCB Eyes Entry Into Ethiopia's Banking Sector
Ethiopian Herald
Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) is in negotiations with Ethiopia's central bank to acquire a stake in a local financial institution, CEO Paul Russo revealed in an interview with The… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan TV Station K24 Dismisses Shutdown Claims, Continues Broadcasting Amid Massive Layoffs
Africa Check
Kenyan TV station K24 dismisses shutdown claims, continues broadcasting amid massive layoffs Read more »
Kenya: Ignore Fake Front Page Saying the Us Rejected Ex-Deputy President's Claims of Kenyan Government's Ties to Terror Groups
Africa Check
Ignore fake front page saying the US rejected ex-deputy president's claims of Kenyan government's ties to terror groups Read more »
August 20
Kenya: No, Kenya's Ex-Deputy President Gachagua Didn't Link Cash Rewards for National Football Team to Ethnic Favouritism
Africa Check
No, Kenya's ex-deputy president Gachagua didn't link cash rewards for national football team to ethnic favouritism Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Embassy in Kenya Issues Apology Over Inaccurate Statement On Somali Region's Controversial Restructuring
Addis Standard
The Ethiopian Embassy in Nairobi has issued an apology and clarification after publishing, and later deleting, a statement on its official page regarding the establishment of a new… Read more »
East Africa: Uganda, Kenya Launch Fourth Coast Tourism Conference
Nile Post
Preparations are underway for the fourth Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism Conference, Exhibition, and Familiarization (Fam) Trip, set to run from October 27 to 29 at Ocean Beach Resort… Read more »
Kenya: Fake Graphic Falsely Claims Kenya's Former Chief Justice Maraga Condemned Ex-Deputy President Gachagua's 'Reckless' Remarks in the US
Africa Check
Fake graphic falsely claims Kenya's former chief justice Maraga condemned ex-deputy president Gachagua's 'reckless' remarks in the US Read more »
Kenya: Secretary General of the Anglican Communion Visits the Diocese of Mombasa
ACNS
The Secretary General of the Anglican Communion, the Rt Revd Anthony Poggo has visited church and community projects in the Diocese of Mombasa in the Anglican Church of Kenya.… Read more »
August 19
Kenya: 'Lost Generation' - Uthiru Chief Targets Gen Zs in Corporal Punishment Push
Capital FM
Kiambu's Uthiru Location Chief has stirred public debate after calling for the reintroduction of corporal punishment in schools, arguing that its abolition has fueled indiscipline… Read more »
Kenya: Pharmacy Board Cautions Kenyans Against Off-Label Use of Ozempic for Slimming
Capital FM
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has issued a safety alert warning Kenyans against the unsupervised use of Semaglutide-containing drugs such as Ozempic for weight loss, citing… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Establishes Op-Led 11-Member Multi-Agency Team to Steer Anti-Graft Fight
Capital FM
President William Ruto has unveiled an 11-member multi-agency team to coordinate his administration's anti-corruption efforts, in a move aimed at tightening the fight against graft… Read more »
Kenya: 'One Man's Landing Not a Crisis' - Murkomen Says Police Ready to Contain Gachagua
Capital FM
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has downplayed security concerns over the anticipated return of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Launches 100-Day Rapid Results Initiative Targeting Illicit Alcohol
Capital FM
The government has launched a 100-day Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) targeting the manufacture, sale, and consumption of illicit alcohol, in what officials describe as a decisive… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto's Protest Victim Reparation Scheme Splits Central Kenya
Capital FM
A political storm is brewing in the Central Region over government plans to compensate families of those killed during the Genz demonstrations and Saba Saba riots. Read more »
