September 13
Kenya: Mounting Pending Bills Put Counties in a Crisis
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Counties have continued to grapple with pending bills which set them up for debt crisis with the devolved units staring at Sh181.98 billion as at June 30, a new report has shown. Read more »
Kenya: 6 Students Killed in a Hit-and-Run Accident At Wiitu Shopping Center On the Kitui-Kibwezi Road
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Six students have been killed in a hit and run accident at Wiitu shopping center on the Kitui-Kibwezi road. Read more »
Kenya: Loresho Residents Raise Alarm Over Grabbing of Public Land Meant for Recreation
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Residents of Loresho in Nairobi have pledged to lodge a complaint to the National Land Commission(NLC) over alleged grabbing of public land meant for recreational activities. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, Germany Sign Pact to Promote Exchange of Digital Skills
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Kenya has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Germany's Friedrich Naumann Foundation to promote the exchange of digital skills, labor, and digital jobs creation. Read more »
Kenya: CS Duale Vows to End Illegal Logging
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Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale has vowed to end illegal logging of public forests and ordered criminals involved in forest illegalities… Read more »
Kenya: JKIA Adani Deal Only Covers Aeronautical, Commercial Development - CS Chirchir
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Transport and Roads Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir had a challenging time on Friday responding to inquiries from senators on the government's deal with Adani Limited concerning… Read more »
Kenya: Integrate Technology Collaboratively to Boost Learning Outcomes, Belio
Business Day Africa
Stakeholders in the education sector have been urged to join forces in the integration of data-driven and technology-enabled learning to boost the overall outcome. Read more »
Kenya: Police Looking to Exploit Zamalek Weaknesses As They Eye Big Win At Home
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Kenya Police FC coach Anthony Kimani says they hope to exploit Zamalek SC's weaknesses, as they face the Egyptian giants on Saturday in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup… Read more »
September 12
Kenya: Record 10 School Fires in a Day Stir Safety Fears
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At least 10 school fire incidents were reported across the country Wednesday resulting to extensive property damage, raising concern over the state of affairs in boarding schools. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Lauds Hustler Fund As Corruption Free
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President William Ruto has praised the Hustler Fund for its transparent, technology-driven loan processing, urging Members of Parliament to fast-track the passing of the… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Flagship Refugee Plan Marred By Lack of Consultation - Dadaab Voices
The New Humanitarian
'As refugees, we are just waiting for our death. And the reason for that is we don't see a pathway for leaving this refugee life.' Read more »
Kenya: Wakulima Market Traders Clash With Police to Resist Relocation
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Wakulima market traders on Thursday clashed with the police as they resisted a move by the Nairobi County Government to relocate them to Kangundo Road. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Street Food Businesses Thrive On Tiktok Amid Economic Challenges
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In a challenging economic landscape where a recent survey by credit firm Tala highlights that two-thirds of permanently employed Kenyans have turned to side hustles, street food… Read more »
Kenya: 48-Member Caucus of Mt Kenya MPs Declares Kindiki Region's Chief
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Forty-eight Members of Parliament (MPs) drawn from the Mt Kenya region and its 'diaspora' have declared Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki their leader. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Players Accused of Forgery in Botched Transfer to Italy Claim Innocence
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Players, who had their passports confiscated by the Italian Embassy and faced document forgery accusations by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) have opened on the saga that left… Read more »
Kenya: 20,000 Youth to Be Recruited Under Climate Worx Initiative to Support Nairobi River Regeneration
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The government is set to recruit 20,000 youth under Climate WorX Mtaani Initiative to support the Nairobi River regeneration project Read more »
Kenya: Govt Deploying Regulatory Regime to Stop Use of AI-Driven Disinformation Tools
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President William Ruto says the government is deploying a regulatory regime to arrest the use of AI-driven disinformation tools that threaten democracy. Read more »
Africa: Kenya's Hustlesasa Among Finalists for 'Triple-Double - NBA Africa Startup Accelerator' Demo Day in New York
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Kenya's HustleSasa is among 10 African startups selected by the NBA Africa to pitch their products at Demo Day in New York City on September 25. Read more »
Kenya: KETRACO Under Scrutiny Over Adani Energy Solutions Deal
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The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) is facing scrutiny from a legal firm seeking transparency over its reported agreements with Indian firm Adani Energy Solutions,… Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Urges Politicians Not to Interfere in Key Sectors of Economy
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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has asked politicians to stop engaging in unnecessary politicking, including interfering with key sectors like tea that could hamper higher income… Read more »
Kenya: LSK Kisumu Files Petition On Police Brutality During Maandamano
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The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Kisumu Branch, has filed a constitutional petition at the Kisumu Court on behalf of 28 victims of police brutality during the recent protests on the… Read more »
Kenya: Adani's Proposed Takeover Deal of JKIA Triggers Millions in Airline Losses
Business Day Africa
Kenya's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) faced significant disruptions on Wednesday after aviation workers halted operations in protest against the proposed 30 year lease… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Expand Military Cooperation With South Korea in Key Sectors - CS Tuya
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Nairobi, Kenya, Sep 12 - Kenya is set to broaden its military collaboration with South Korea on shipbuilding, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and cybersecurity, as part of efforts to… Read more »
Kenya: Lobby Demands Fair Measures for the Global South At WHO Pandemic Talks
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The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) Africa has urged leaders from the Global South to demand equitable health measures in ongoing World Health Organization (WHO) Pandemic… Read more »
Kenya: DCI Begins Autopsies On Endarasha Tragedy to Guide Criminal Probe
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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has announced commencedment of autopsies on the twenty-one bodies of the pupils who lost their lives in a fire tragedy at Hillside… Read more »