April 24
Kenya: Healthcare Sector Leaders Call for Connectivity to Boost Patient Outcomes, Cut Costs
Capital FM
M-Tiba, a healthcare app, has urged the government to leverage more technological advancements, such as artificial intelligence, in the medicalcare sector to boost connectivity and… Read more »
Kenya: Traffic Disruptions in Various Parts of the Country After Heavy Rains
Capital FM
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has warned of traffic disruptions on various roads across the country, following the flooding situation that has been caused by… Read more »
April 23
Kenya: Kenya Issues Flood Warning As Rains Cause Death, Displacement
VOA
Kenya has issued flood warnings as heavy rains pound the region. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Kenya Still an Investment Destination of Choice
Capital FM
President William Ruto has said Kenya remains a competitive investment destination of choice. Read more »
Kenya: Friday Memorial Service for Late CDF Ogolla Postponed Indefinitely
Capital FM
The memorial service for the late General Francis Ogolla that set for Friday has been postponed indefinitely the Kenya Defence Forces has announced. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Commits Sh6.1bn to Settle Issues Raised By Striking Medics
Capital FM
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has received Sh3.5 billion for health workers salary arrears from 2017 to June 2024 which will be cleared in 5 installments each year. Read more »
Kenya: First Lady Rachel Ruto Launches World Vision's 'Enough' Campaign to Combat Child Hunger in Kenya
Capital FM
World Vision Kenya has embarked on a campaign aimed at combating child hunger and malnutrition in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Rescue Operation Underway for Several People Trapped in Nyamira Building Collapse
Capital FM
Several people have been trapped in a five-storey building that has collapsed in Gesima, Nyamira County. Read more »
Kenya: Aga Khan University Gets Funding for Cervical Cancer Testing
Capital FM
The Aga Khan University has been awarded Sh19.6 million by the National Institute of Health to advance cervical cancer testing in the country. Read more »
Zimbabwe: President Ruto to Be the Chief Guest At Zimbabwe International Trade Fair
Capital FM
President William Ruto is set to embark on a state visit to Zimbabwe this week. Read more »
Kenya: Two Police Officers Arrested Over Illegal Sale of Ammunition in Laikipia
Capital FM
A Chief Inspector of police and Police Constable have been arrested in Laikipia in connection with the recovery of 2,658 bullets. Read more »
Africa: Kenya's Chipu Eyes Second Straight Win in Rugby Africa Barthes Trophy
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Following their opening win against Namibia, the national under-20 team will be out to pick a second straight win when they face Tunisia on Wednesday in the Rugby Africa Barthes… Read more »
Kenya: Ex-IEBC Chairperson Issack Hassan, Grace Nzioka Among 41 Shortlisted for Court of Appeal Judge Slots
Capital FM
Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson Issack Hassan is among forty one candidates short listed for Court of Appeal Judges. Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali Airport Outranks JKIA in Latest Rankings
Business Day Africa
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is slipping from its once-held position as the premier regional hub, trailing two spots behind Kigali in the latest rankings. Read more »
Kenya: UN Set to Establish Humanitarian Hub At Kenya's JKIA
Business Day Africa
The United Nations will establish a humanitarian logistics hub at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), elevating Kenya to the status of the second African nation to host… Read more »
Kenya: Firm Finds Niche in the Production of Roofing Sheets
Capital FM
While still pursuing her degree in Business Management and Accounting at the University, Hope Tamara joined Imarisha Mabati roofing company as a sales agent. Read more »
Nigeria: Binance Executive Who Escaped From Nigeria Arrested in Kenya
Leadership
The police in Kenya have reportedly arrested the Binance regional manager for Africa, Nadeem Anjarwalla, who escaped from custody in Nigeria a month ago. Read more »
Kenya: 13 Athletes Set for 2024 World Para Athletics Championships in Japan Ahead of Paris Paralympics Qualifier
Capital FM
The Kenya National Paralympic Committee (KNPC) has picked a squad of 13 athletes that will compete in the 2024 World Para Athletics Championships scheduled for May 17 to 25 in… Read more »
April 22
Kenya: Kenya Pays Military Homage to Army Chief Killed in Crash
New Era
With a 19-gun cannon salute and a religious ceremony, Kenya on Saturday paid a military tribute to its army chief who died in a helicopter accident this week. Kenyan president… Read more »
Kenya: Jepchirchir Eyes Paris Olympics Title After Conquering London Marathon
Capital FM
After smashing the women-only world record at the London Marathon, Olympics champion Peres Jepchirchir has now set her sights on another gold at this summer's games in Paris. Read more »
Kenya: Bureau of Standards Blamed for Exposing Farmers to Sub-Standard Fertilizer
Capital FM
Senators are accusing the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) of dropping their guard and exposing farmers to sub-standard fertilisers. Read more »
Kenya: 12 African Ministers of Education to Convene in Nairobi for Paset's 6th Forum On Skills and Industrialization
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At least 12 African Ministers of Education are expected to gather in Nairobi for the 6th Forum of the Partnership for Skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering, and Technology… Read more »
Kenya: Zim-Kenya Joint Commission Opens Ahead of President Ruto's Visit
The Herald
The 4th Zimbabwe-Kenya Joint Permanent Commission on Cooperation opened in Harare yesterday, offering an opportunity for the two countries to broaden their relationship for mutual… Read more »
Kenya: 'I Was Scared of Ethiopian Great Bekele,' Munyao Admits After Epic London Marathon Win
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Newly crowned London Marathon champion Alexander Munyao admits he was a bit scared of multiple Olympics and world champion Kenenisa Bekele when the race came down to both of them. Read more »
Kenya: 1 Person Killed After Residential Apartment Wall Collapses in Ruaka
Capital FM
One person has been killed after a perimeter wall at an apartment building collapsed in Ruaka during heavy rains. Read more »