November 20
Kenya: Parliament Mediation Team Settles On Sh387bn for Counties
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Lawmarkers have reached an agreement on the revenue allocation for devolved units proposing Sh 387 billion for the Financial Year 2024/2025. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Spent Sh2.1 Billion On Haiti Security Mission Despite U.S. Funding Pledge
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The National Government has spent Sh2.1 billion on multinational security operations in Haiti, despite earlier assurances from the United States to fund the mission. Read more »
Africa: Ihub Moves to New Nairobi Headquarters As It Expands Across Africa
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Kenya: Foreign Policy Review - Ruto Roots for Whole-of-Society Approach to Diplomacy
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President William Ruto has commended the Foreign Policy draft review by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stating that economic transformation is dependent on forward-looking… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Commits Sh100mn to 16-Day Women-Led Camapign Against Femicide
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President William Ruto has announced a Sh100 million allocation to support a 16-day campaign against femicide spearheaded by women leaders. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Universities Boost Biotech Research After GMO Ban Lift
Business Day Africa
Kenyan universities expect a boost in biotechnology research and education following the recent lifting of a decade-long ban on genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Affirms Commitment to Sustain Economic Growth
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President William Ruto has reaffirmed the government's commitment to containing inflation and driving economic growth. Read more »
Kenya: 7 Killed, Dozens Displaced in Nairobi's Majengo Slums Fire
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Seven people, including three family members, perished in a fire that broke out in Majengo slums, Nairobi on Tuesday night. Read more »
Kenya: Besigye's Demands Release of His Husband Reportedly Abducted in Nairobi
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Winnie Byanyima, wife of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, has called on the Ugandan government to release her husband, whom she claims was abducted in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: CJ Koome Calls for Increased Funding to Strengthen Child Justice in Kenya
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Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged government stakeholders and development partners to increase funding for Kenya's justice systems to enhance the country's capacity to… Read more »
Kenya: CS Karanja Directs Registration for Mung Beans, Cocoyam Farmers
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Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Andrew Karanja has directed farmers and dealers of mung beans, locally known as 'Ndegu,' and cocoyam to register with the Agriculture and Food… Read more »
East Africa: Regional Experts Meet in Nairobi to Tackle Illicit Small Arms Proliferation
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The Forum of Small Arms and Light Weapons Experts Meeting has kicked off in Nairobi, bringing together regional stakeholders to strategize on combatting the spread of illicit arms. Read more »
Kenya: Informal Settlements in Kisumu to Benefit From Sh1.6bn Sanitation Program
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Informal settlements in the lakeside city of Kisumu are benefiting from an ambitious sanitation program worth Sh1.6 billion, aimed at reducing raw effluent being discharged into… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Launches Sustainability Strategy to Address Climate Change and Boost Resilience
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Kenya Power has unveiled its Sustainability Strategy, aimed at integrating sustainable business practices into its operations. Read more »
Kenya: Which Way Mashemeji Derby? Kenya's Biggest Football Match in Limbo for Lack of a Venue
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The fate of Sunday's Mashemeji Derby between AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia hangs in the balance following failure to secure a suitable venue for Kenya's -- traditionally -- biggest… Read more »
Kenya: PS Omollo Calls for Stronger Border Controls, Regional Collaboration to Tackle Illicit Arms Proliferation
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Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has emphasized the need to enhance border controls and strengthen legal frameworks to promote responsible transfers of small arms and… Read more »
Kenya: I&m Bank Posts Sh14.1 Billion Pre-Tax Profit in Q3, Reflecting 24 Percent Growth
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I&M Bank has recorded a pre-tax profit of Ksh 14.1 billion in Q3 2024, marking a 24% growth compared to Ksh 11.4 billion in the same period last year. Read more »
November 19
Kenya: Archbishop of Nairobi - 'We Will Return the Donations to the President'
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"These funds will be refunded to the respective donors," said the Archbishop of Nairobi, Philip Arnold Subira Anyolo, referring to donations made by Kenyan President William Ruto… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Vows Sanctions for Failure, Waste As He Signs Performance Contracts
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President William Ruto has vowed to enforce sanctions for failure, negligence, waste, and misconduct following the signing of ministerial performance contracts. Read more »
Kenya: African Youth Lead the Charge in Climate Adaptation At COP29
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At COP29, African youth took center stage in various sessions on food systems and climate adaptation sharing their experiences and best practices and showcasing the innovative… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Hasn't Recieved Sh2.6mn Donation Refund From Catholic Church - State House
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State House now says President William Ruto has not received a refund of the Sh2.6 million donation he made at a parish in Nairobi's Soweto after the Archbishop of Nairobi declared… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways Boss Allan Kilavuka Takes On New Continental Role
Business Day Africa
Kenya Airways chief executive Allan Kilavuka is the new chairperson at Africa's Airline Association (AFRAA), succeeding Mozambican João Carlos Pó Jorge. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Cautions Public Servants Against Failing Kenyans
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President William Ruto has cautioned public servants against failing Kenyans on service delivery. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Promises Performance-Driven Culture in Govt to Honour Public Trust
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President William Ruto has committed to fostering a performance-driven culture in his government to ensure effective delivery of his administration's agenda. Read more »
Kenya: Catholic Church to Refund Ruto Sh2.6mn Donation Over Ethical Concerns
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The Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi has declined a donation of Sh2.6 million from President William Ruto citing ethical considerations. Read more »
