April 09
Kenya: President Ruto - Hustler Fund Will Be Shariah Compliant
The Hustler Fund will be recalibrated to allow Muslims consume the product. Read more »
April 08
Kenya: Transport CS Murkomen Says Tech Key to Addressing Road Accidents
Transport Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen has stressed that technological deployment on Kenyan roads will serve as the key solution to halt the accelerating rate of road… Read more »
April 07
Kenya: Ruto Tells Doctors to Make Realistic Demands in Strike Stand-Off
President William Ruto has emphasized the need for doctors to understand the government's fiscal constraints, stressing the importance of living within means when it comes to… Read more »
April 04
Kenya: MPs Want Answers From Linturi in Raging Fake Fertilizer Scandal, Summons Issued
NAIROBI, Kenya - Members of the National Assembly are intensifying efforts to uncover the truth behind the fake fertilizer scandal by summoning high-ranking officials from the… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Private Sector Activities Drops in March
Private sector activities in Kenya dropped slightly in the month of March, attributed to a drop in new orders and output. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Eyes Share of $171.8 Billion Global Superfoods Market Through Co-Operative Movement - CS Chelugui
The government has confirmed plans to use the local co-operatives network to position Kenya as a leading superfood producer and exporter. Read more »
Africa: President Ruto Urges African Investors to Take Advantage of AfCFTA
President William Ruto has appealed to African investors and businesspeople to take advantage of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. Read more »
April 02
Kenya: Over 400,000 Kenyans Benefit From KRA's Tax Amnesty Programme
Over 400,000 Kenyans have as of March 26 this month benefited from the Kenya Revenue Authority's (KRA's) Tax Amnesty Programme. Read more »
Kenya: One Dead As Easy Coach Bus Ferrying Chavakali Boys School Students Overturns in Kisumu
One student died and several others sustained injuries after an Easy Coach Bus, ferrying Chavakali Boys High School students to Nairobi, was involved in a road accident in Kisumu. Read more »
Kenya: 10 Dead in Multiple Accident On Mombasa-Nairobi Highway
Ten people, including a 2-year-old toddler, lost their lives following a multi-vehicle collision on Monday night on Mombasa highway. Read more »
April 01
Kenya: Lobby Groups Want Court to Block Construction of Road Through Aberdares National Park
Lobby groups have moved to the Environment and Land court to block the planned construction of the controversial 52- kilometer Mau-Mau Road, which cuts through the Aberdare… Read more »
March 28
Kenya: Fintech Giant Payangel Enters Kenyan Market, Set to Revolutionize Diaspora Remittances
In a significant development for the East African financial landscape, PayAngel, a global fintech company, has chosen Kenya as its entry point into the region. Read more »
March 26
East Africa: Kuramo's 74pc Buyout of Trans-Century Approved By Comesa Commission
The proposed merger between Kuramo Africa Opportunity Kenyan Vehicle Ltd (KAOKV) and Trans-Century PLC has been approved by the COMESA Commission. Read more »
March 27
Kenya: Pain for Civil Servants As Govt to Increase Rent for Housing Units
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning now plans to hike the rent of civil servants living in 56,892 housing units across the country. Read more »
March 26
Kenya: Nakuru Medics Hold Protests in Day 13 of Nationwide Strike
Hundreds of doctors from over two hundred medical facilities in Nakuru on Tuesday held a peaceful demonstration to protest alleged oppression by the national and county… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Govt Strengthening TVET Institutions to Offer Practical Training
The government is strengthening technical and vocational education to enhance the country's capacity to offer practical training, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
Kenya: Cargo Handled At Mombasa Port Grows 6.2 Percent in 2023
The Port of Mombasa registered an annual growth of 6.2 percent of total cargo throughput, from 33.88 million tons handled in 2022 to 35.98 million tons in 2023. Read more »
Kenya: Several Pedestrians Detained By NTSA for Not Using Footbridges
the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has detained several pedestrians for failing to use the available footbridges. Read more »
Kenya: Ugandan Milk Processor Lato Acquires 100pc Stake in Kenya's Highland Creamers
Uganda-based milk processor Lato has acquired Kenyan dairy firm Highland Creamers. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Fintechs Head to Ghana to Lure Investors
Kenyan financial technology (fintech) companies will be heading to Accra, Ghana, to pitch investment ideas. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Praises President Ruto for Efforts in Building the Economy
Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has praised president William Ruto for his efforts in rebuilding the economy since he took over the reigns of leadership. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Meets Parastatal Heads Over Planned Budget Cuts
President William Ruto is currently hosting Parastatal Heads and Chief Executive Officers (CEO) at State House, Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: Tough Times for the Media, but Resilient Ones Will Remain
By and large, it’s not an interesting time for journalists in Kenya. Journalism in Kenya, just like in the rest of the world, is going through a challenging time… Read more »
March 25
Kenya: Ketraco Powers Kimuka Transmission Line, Locals to Enjoy Reliable Electricity
The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) has successfully energized the 220/66 kilovolt (kV) Kimuka Substation transmission line, providing stable and reliable… Read more »
Kenya: Artisanal Mining Sites in Migori Ordered to Close
NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 25 - Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has ordered the closure of all artisanal mining sites in Migori following the death of four people in the last… Read more »