November 13
Kenya: U.S. Ambassador Resigns Amid 'Sustained Pressure' On Social Media
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United States Ambassador to Kenya, Meg Whitman has announced her resignation after two years of being stationed in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Appoints Arita As New CBK Deputy Governor
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President William Ruto has nominated Gerald Nyaoma Arita as the second Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), succeeding Sheila M'mbijiwe, who retired in June. Read more »
East Africa: Conflicts, Delayed Financial Remittance Hinder EAC, EALA Progress
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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has taken helm of the Bureau of East Africa Community Speaker amidst challenges facing the region bloc which include underfunding and… Read more »
East Africa: PS Omollo Calls for Regional Efforts to Counter Violent Extremism in East Africa
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An initiative involving three East African countries aimed at consolidating peace efforts and fighting violent extremism was rolled in Nairobi on Wednesday. Read more »
Kenya: Voters in Gachagua's Mathira Turf Move to Recall MP for Supporting Impeachment
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The campaign against Members of the National Assembly from the Mt. Kenya region who voted for the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has taken a new turn. Read more »
Kenya: Duale Says Real Estate Developers Worst Culprits of Nairobi River Pollution, Informal Settlements Contribute Just 1%
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Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has issued a stern warning to real estate developers and slaughterhouses, accusing them of being the primary contributors to the pollution… Read more »
Kenya: Prime Suspect in Mombasa Blogger's Assault Charged With Gang Rape
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The main suspect, accused of orchestrating the assault on Mombasa blogger Bruce John Khajira (aka Chawa - 001), has been charged with abduction, gang rape and conspiracy to commit… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Outlines New Waste Management Policies for Sustainability
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Kenya is taking bold steps towards sustainable waste management, with new measures introduced under the National Sustainable Waste Management Act 2022. Read more »
Kenya: CS Chirchir Defends Adani Against Graft, Tax Evasion Claims
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Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has refuted claims of corruption and tax evasion surrounding Adani Limited, stating that a thorough government investigation… Read more »
Kenya: Foreign Firms to Be Excluded From Tenders Below Sh1bn
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All Kenyan tenders less than Sh1 billion will be reserved for local companies if Parliamentarians give nod to the proposed Public Procurement and Asset Disposal (Amendment) Bill. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto, Kindiki Mourn Nominated Murang'a MCA Who Succubed to Lung Failure
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President William Ruto has eulogized Murang'a Nominated MCA Mark Wainaina, describing him as a hardworking and promising leader. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Seeks MPs Nod On Proposal to Bar Foreign Firms Access to Tenders Below Sh1bn
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All tenders less than one billion shillings will henceforth be exclusive to local companies, should parliament give nod to the proposed Public Procurement and Asset Disposal… Read more »
East Africa: Wetangula Takes Over Leadership of EAC Bureau
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National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has taken over the reins of leadership for the Bureau of the East African Community. Read more »
Kenya: Renewable Energy Firm Gitson Joins Ketraco-Adani Legal Case
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Gitson Energy Limited has petitioned the Kenyan High Court to join the Law Society of Kenya's case challenging the KETRACO-Adani contract as an Interested Party. Read more »
Kenya: Senators Threaten Censure Motions Against Barasa, Miano for Skipping Plenary Session
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Senators have threatened to impose a censure motion on Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa and her counterpart for Tourism Rebecca Miano for failing to appear before the house… Read more »
Kenya: Adults Mainly Involved in Exam-Related Malpractises - CS Ogamba
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Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has said only the adults who are involved in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) cheating syndicate and not the students as… Read more »
Kenya: Emirates Opens First African 'Emirates World' Store in Nairobi
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Emirates has launched its first 'Emirates World' store in Nairobi, marking the debut of its revamped retail concept in Africa. Read more »
Kenya: UN Chief Says Developing Nations Must Secure Climate Deal At COP29
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UN Secretary-General António Guterres declared that securing a climate finance deal at COP29 is critical for developing nations, emphasizing that they "must not leave Baku… Read more »
Kenya: UN Chief Calls for Urgent Climate Finance Action At COP29
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At the COP29 climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the need for substantial and immediate financial commitments to support… Read more »
Kenya: Senator Miraj Spearheads Coast Region Soccer Revolution
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In a heartwarming display of community spirit and sporting excellence, thousands of soccer enthusiasts gathered at Mwahima Stadium to launch the Coast Soccer Revolution, a… Read more »
Kenya: Three KCSE Candidates Arrested Over KCSE Malpractice
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Three candidates have been arrested in separate incidents across the country after they were caught engaging in examination irregularities during the ongoing Kenya Certificate of… Read more »
Zimbabwe/Kenya: Khama Billiat Confident of Warriors' Victory Against Kenya
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Warriors midfielder Khama Billiat says the upcoming clash against Kenya in the 2025 AFCON Qualifiers match is an important match for Zimbabwe to win. Read more »
November 12
Kenya: Why President Ruto's Plan to Loan Money to Entrepreneurs Hasn't Worked [analysis]
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It's two years since Kenyan president William Ruto, in what seemed like a political gamble, rolled out a government-run microcredit scheme popularised as the Hustler Fund. Worth 50… Read more »
Kenya: Impasse Persists On Revenue Sharing As MPs Demand Withdrawal of Road Maintenance Fund Case
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The Politics surrounding the control of the Sh10.5 billion Road Maintenance Levy Fund between MPs and Governors has continued to stall talks to iron out the stalemate over the… Read more »
Kenya: House Education Committee Turns to Govt As Lecturers Strike Persists
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Talks between the National Assembly Education Committee,university lecturers, and public universities failed to kick off on Tuesday amid a stalement over a strike declared… Read more »
