November 12, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Airports Authority Promises Optimized Power Backup at JKIA By December 12
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has promised to complete the synchronization of power back up supply at Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and other key facilities by… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Firm to Lead Construction of U.S.$210 Million Smart City in Kinshasa
A Kenyan-grown financial consultancy firm, AVLC Group, has been picked by MC Telecom, a Kinsasha-based firm, to offer lead consultancy services in the construction of a… Read more »
November 09, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Union of Journalists Issues Ultimatum to Standard Media Group Over Unpaid Salaries
The Kenya Union of Journalists (KUJ) has issued Standard Group with a 7-day ultimatum to pay its journalists who have not received their salaries for six months. Read more »
Kenya: Equity Bank Recognized for Financing Trade in Africa
Equity Bank has been recognized for financing trade projects in Africa during this year's Trade Awards for Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Settle U.S.$300 Million of U.S.$2 Billion Eurobond Next Month
The government intends to pay $300 million of the $2 billion Eurobond in December that is due for payment in June 2024. Read more »
November 08, 2023
Kenya: Embrace Quality Standards to Be Competitive, SMEs Urged
Small and medium-sized enterprises (MSEs) have been asked to adopt quality standard measures by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) to be competitive on the global stage. Read more »
November 09, 2023
Kenya: We Are Ready for Take-Off, We Will Achieve Our Wildest Dream - President Ruto
Despite the ongoing upheavals in the President William Ruto administration he believes the 'Nation at this moment in time is Prepared and Ready to Go' in the transformation journey… Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Says Govt to Work With Transport Stakeholders in War Against Alcohol, Drug Abuse
The Government will work closely with stakeholders in the Transport sector to ensure success in the fight against alcoholism and drug abuse, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Vows to Tackle Soaring Cost of Living in Inaugural State of the Nation Address
In his inaugural State of the Nation Address to a joint session of Parliament, President William Ruto pledged the government's unwavering commitment to addressing the soaring cost… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Kenya Will Pay All Its Debt Obligations
President William Ruto has revealed that the country has made positive steps to deal with debt distress saying they will make a US$300 million payment in December 2023 towards the… Read more »
Kenya: Meru Man Jailed for 6 Years for Vandalizing Electricity Equipment
A court in Meru has sentenced a man to six years in prison for vandalizing and handling stolen electricity equipment. Read more »
Kenya: Korean Tech Firms Eye Kenya's Entry
Korean firms are eyeing Kenya's entry to provide smart technologies as the country steps up its smart city target. Read more »
Kenya: TSC to Conduct Interviews to Fill 36,505 Vacancies for Teacher Promotions
The Teachers Service Commission is set to conduct interviews to fill 36,505 vacancies for teacher promotions from December 4. Read more »
Kenya: Absa Bank Eyes Kenyans in the Diaspora With an Online Banking Solution
Kenyans living abroad will enjoy more banking services after Absa Bank Kenya introduced a new digital solution. Read more »
Kenya: SGR Fully Booked Ahead of Christmas Celebrations
The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) passenger service between Nairobi and Mombasa is fully booked ahead of the Christmas celebrations when people travel home as well as for tourism… Read more »
November 08, 2023
Kenya: KENHA Says Isiolo - Merille Road Impassible After Heavy Rains
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KENHA) now says the Siolo-Merille Road is impassible following heavy rains and flooding saying it is currently impassable Read more »
Kenya: Tax Expenditure Hits Sh393.6 Billion Despite Removal of Reliefs
Tax expenditure grew to Sh393.6 billion last year, despite the removal of waivers by the government. Read more »
Kenya: All Stadia to Be Ready in Two Years Ahead of Afcon 2027 - Ababu Namwamba
The two Kenyan main stadia that will host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be ready by December 2025, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy & Sports,… Read more »
November 07, 2023
Kenya: Treasury CS Ndung'u Warns of Tough Measures to Curb Rising Living Costs
Treasury Cabinet Secretary, Njuguna Ndungu, has cautioned the public to prepare for challenging times ahead as the government enforces strict policies to alleviate the high cost of… Read more »
November 06, 2023
Kenya: Man Jailed for 20 Years for Vandalizing KPLC Infrastructure
A Kisumu court has sentenced a suspect to 20 years in jail for vandalism against Kenya Power energy installations and infrastructure. Read more »
Kenya: We Will Not Sign Any Agreement If the Cost of Living is Not Addressed - Raila Odinga
Opposition Chief Raila Odinga on Monday said Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition will not sign the bipartisan agreement if the issue of the high cost of living is not addressed. Read more »
Kenya: 504 Posta Employees Face Layoffs
At least 504 Postal Corporation of Kenya (PCK) employees are set to be laid off amid financial challenges. Read more »
Kenya: City Hall's Liquor Department Finalizes Draft Policy on Zoning of Night Clubs
Nairobi Countys' Liquor department has finalized the draft policy on the zoning of Night Clubs. Read more »
Kenya: Energy CS Warns a Liter of Petrol Could Hit Sh300 Amid Gaza Conflict
Energy Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has warned that a liter of super petrol could breach Sh300 amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Read more »
Kenya: Fuel Prices Projected to Hit Sh300 Per Litre in Kenya Next Week
The government has warned that motorists may face the grim possibility of fuel prices reaching a high of Sh300 per liter in the coming week, driven by escalating tensions in the… Read more »