May 24, 2023
Kenya: Education CS Urges Kenyans to Harness Science, Tech and Innovation for Food Security
The Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Education Ezekiel Machogu has urged Kenyans to harness science, technology and innovation (STI) for food security and public good for a… Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom 5G Customers to Enjoy 1 Month Free Internet
Safaricom 5G users will enjoy free internet services for one month starting this month. Read more »
May 23, 2023
Kenya: SMEs Get Sh4.64 Billion in Govt Credit Guarantee Scheme
A total of 2,997 small businesses have received Sh4.64 billion under a state credit guarantee scheme (CGS). Read more »
Kenya: Research Reveals Most SME's Are Women, Youth-Owned
A majority of small businesses in Kenya are managed by women and youth, a new report has shown, shining a spotlight on their roles in economic growth. Read more »
Kenya: Total, Africa Oil Quit Kenya Oil Project
Total and Africa Oil have quit Project Oil Kenya in Turkana County. Read more »
Kenya: Bread Prices Rise Sh10 on Increased Input Costs
The price of a 400-gram loaf of bread has increased by Sh10 amid the rising cost of sugar and fuel. Read more »
May 22, 2023
Kenya: Govt is Serious About Public Service Fiscal Discipline, Mudavadi
The government has reiterated its commitment to entrench fiscal discipline in the public sector in a move to enhance efficiency, transparency, accountability and prudent management… Read more »
Kenya: Civil Society Group Faults Proposed Housing Fund
A civil society organization comprising 25 players has faulted the proposed Housing Fund that will see employed Kenyans taxed at three percent. Read more »
Kenya: DPP Launches Web System for Kenyans to Request Case Reviews
Director of Public Prosecutions Noordin Haji has launched a digital platform for Kenyans to raise complaints and request case reviews online. Read more »
Kenya: Pastor Ezekiel's Church, School Allowed to Access Accounts as Court Declines to Extend Freeze Orders
Members of New Life church and Kilifi international school are now free to access their respective bank accounts after the High Court declined to extend the freeze order. Read more »
Kenya: Procurement Body Urges Fair Procurement Processes
The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) has asked procuring agencies to follow rules and regulations that guide the process of procurement. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says 3% Housing Levy is Nation's Collective Business
President William Ruto has defended the proposed 3 percent Housing levy for Kenyans saying it is a collective business of Kenyans. Read more »
May 20, 2023
Kenya: Communications Authority Warns Kenyans on Return of Mobile Phone Scammers
The communications Authority of Kenya (CA) now says it has received confirmed reports of the return of the infamous 'Wangiri' phone scam. Read more »
Kenya: Uber, Kenya Police to Enhance Road Safety
Ride-hailing company Uber has collaborated with the Kenya Traffic Police to enhance road safety in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: Kiambu Residents Decry High Sugar Prices
Kiambu residents will dig deeper into their pockets as prices of sugar rise. Read more »
Kenya: Export Agency Connects Meru Products With International Markets
The future of locally-based business organizations is getting brighter following vigorous activities by the Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA,) in securing the… Read more »
Kenya: We're Serious About Empowering Kenyans to Be Home Owners - CS Njeru
Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development CS Zachariah Njeru Friday told a Senate Standing Committee that the Housing Fund is meant to help majority of Kenyans to own… Read more »
May 21, 2023
Kenya: How Uber Eats Is Transforming Online Food Delivery Business in Kenya
Sitted at home or in the office and feeling hungry. Worry no more as you can order food online and get delivered on your doorstep. Read more »
May 19, 2023
Kenya: Kenyans in Distress as Cost of Living Soar
Kenyans are feeling the pinch amid high costs of goods and services that have increased to an all-time high. Read more »
Kenya: Salaries Increases Govt Budget By Sh16 Billion on New Hiring
The government's spending on wages increased by Sh16.55 billion in the third quarter of this financial year, on the back of hiring by President William Ruto. Read more »
Kenya: Government to Build 33 Dams in Counties
The Ministry of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation is planning to build 33 dams in various counties to alleviate the perennial water scarcity that affects millions of people. Read more »
May 18, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Post Primary Teachers Union Rejects Ruto's Housing Plan Citing Inadequate Pay
The Kenya Post Primary Teachers Union KUPPET has called on Parliament to amend the Finance Bill 2023 in a bid to make the proposed Housing Levy voluntary. Read more »
Kenya: Diaspora Principal Secretary Calls for Easier Remittance Tracking Tools
Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu has urged Central Bank Governors from IGAD states to develop frameworks that will make diaspora remittances easier to track. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Releases Sh100 Million to Rehabilitate Baringo Schools Ruined By Bandits
The government has released Sh100 million to support the rehabilitation of all schools damaged by bandits who have been terrorizing the North Rift region. Read more »
Kenya: Tough Times for Consumers as Price of One Kilogram of Sugar Hits Record High
Consumers will have to dig dipper into their pocket as prices of sugar hit record high. Read more »