April 30
Kenya: Ruto Awards Sebastian Sawe Millions, New Car After London Marathon Triumph
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President William Ruto has awarded marathon sensation Sebastian Sawe Ksh8 million in recognition of his record-breaking performance at the London Marathon, where he became the… Read more »
Kenya: Government Losing Over Ksh 120 Billion Annually to Illicit Alcohol Trade, MPs Told
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The country is losing more than KSh 120 billion annually in tax revenue due to the widespread trade in illicit alcohol, Members of Parliament have been told, underscoring the… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Mobile Money Users Hit 51.4mn
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Kenya's mobile money subscriptions rose sharply to 51.4 million in 2025, reflecting growing adoption of digital financial services. Read more »
Kenya: Kitui Senator Seeks Answers As Killings Spark Security Outcry
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Kitui Senator Enoch Wambua has called for urgent government action following a horrific spate of deadly bandit attacks in Kitui County that have left at least eight people dead. Read more »
Kenya: Court Puts Former Nairobi Governor Sonko On Defence in 2018 Corruption Case
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The Milimani Anti-Corruption Court has placed former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko on his defence in a high-profile corruption case linked to the irregular award of a 2018 county… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Host Inaugural Global Conference On Diplomatic Privileges and Immunities
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Kenya is set to host the inaugural Diplomatic Conference on the Administration and Management of Privileges and Immunities on June 25-26, in Nairobi, marking a significant… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Temporarily Relaxes Fuel Standards Amid Global Supply Disruptions
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The government has announced a temporary adjustment of fuel standards in a move aimed at ensuring a steady fuel supply and cushioning the economy from ongoing global disruptions. Read more »
Kenya: State Funding to Public Universities Drops By Sh13bn
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Public universities have recorded a sharp decline in government funding over the past three years, according to data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). Read more »
Kenya: Atwoli Says All Is Set for Labour Day Fete in Vihiga
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Preparations for this year's Labour Day celebrations are complete, the Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has announced. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Adds 717,000 Jobs in 2025
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Kenya created approximately 716,800 new jobs in 2025, with the vast majority coming from the informal sector, underscoring the economy's continued dependence on small-scale and… Read more »
Kenya: North Eastern Leaders Call for Urgent Action Over Mwingi-Garissa Clashes
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Leaders from North Eastern region have condemned the deadly violence along the Mwingi-Garissa road, warning that the escalating clashes threaten to unravel years of peaceful… Read more »
Kenya: Court Blocks Cofek Bid to Withdraw US-Kenya Health Data Case
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The High Court has rejected an attempt by the Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) to withdraw a petition challenging the Sh208 billion US-Kenya health data sharing agreement. Read more »
Africa: Ignore Fabricated Graphic Falsely Quoting Kenyan President William Ruto Lashing Out At African Union
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Ignore fabricated graphic falsely quoting Kenyan president William Ruto lashing out at African Union Read more »
Kenya: Ignore False Viral Claim Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta Confessed to Losing 2017 Election to Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
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Ignore false viral claim former Kenyan president Uhuru Kenyatta confessed to losing 2017 election to former prime minister Raila Odinga Read more »
Kenya: Viral 'Corridors of Power' Column On Mount Kenya Political Realignments Is Fabricated
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Viral 'Corridors of Power' column on Mount Kenya political realignments is fabricated Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Workers Post First Real Wage Growth Since 2020
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Kenyan workers recorded their first rise in real earnings since 2020 in 2025, supported by easing inflation, according to the latest Economic Survey. Read more »
Kenya: More Millions Flow As President Ruto Rewards History Maker Sawe Ksh 8mn
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President William Ruto has awarded history maker Sebastian Sawe a total of KSh 8 million in recognition of his historic sub-two-hour marathon feat in London. Read more »
Kenya: Dormitory Destroyed in Night Fire At Mirithu Girls High School, Kiambu County
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A dormitory at Mirithu Girls High School in Limuru, Kiambu County, was destroyed in a fire that broke out on Wednesday night, leaving students counting losses after personal… Read more »
Kenya: Alliance Girls Board Faces Axe Over Sh25m Dubai Trip Scandal
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The Ministry of Education Kenya has directed the Teachers Service Commission to dissolve the Board of Management of Alliance Girls High School over the approval of a controversial… Read more »
Kenya: Gen Z As Democracy Defenders - the Digital Generation Recasting Electoral Integrity
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For years, young people have been cast as a volatile political force--easily mobilised for unrest or courted as a powerful voting bloc. Read more »
Kenya: MPs Approves Kepha Omae As NCIC Chair, Clears Seven Members
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The National Assembly has approved the nomination of eight individuals to serve as members of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC). Read more »
Kenya: MPs Raise Concerns Over Unlicensed Trainers in TVET Institutions
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Lawmarkers has raised fresh concerns over the growing number of unlicensed trainers in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, warning that the trend… Read more »
Kenya: Government Signs Deal With Tanzanian Firm to Build 10 Maternal Hospitals
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The government has signed a landmark agreement with Tanzanian conglomerate AMSONS Group to establish 10 specialised mother-and-child hospitals across nine counties, in a major… Read more »
Kenya: Education Ministry Clarifies Ksh95 Capitation Allocation for Primary School Learners
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The Ministry of Education has clarified that the Ksh95 figure referenced in a recent circular represents only one component of the total capitation allocated per learner. Read more »
Kenya: No, Kenyan Broadcaster Tv47 Did Not Publish Article On Ex-Deputy President 'Kikuyu Fallout' Claims
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No, Kenyan broadcaster TV47 did not publish article on ex-deputy president 'Kikuyu fallout' claims Read more »
