December 19, 2024
Kenya: Govt Warns Nonprofits Against Misuse of Donor Funds Amid Terrorism Financing Concerns
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has cautioned non-profit organizations against the misuse of donor funds for illegal activities, including terrorism financing. Read more »
December 18, 2024
Kenya: 13 Schools Still Closed Due to North Rift Insecurity - Interior Ministry
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration (MINA) has revealed that 13 schools in Baringo, West Pokot, and Turkana counties remain closed due to persistent insecurity… Read more »
December 12, 2024
Kenya: Ruto Presents Wajir Air Base Presidential Colours At Trooping Parade
President William Ruto on Thursday presided over the Consecration, Presentation, and Trooping of the Colours by the Wajir Air Base (WAB). Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Leads Jamhuri Day Celebrations At Uhuru Gardens
President William Ruto is leading the nation in marking this year's Jamhuri Day, commemorating 61 years since Kenya became a republic on December 12, 1964. Read more »
December 09, 2024
Kenya: Kenya-Led Security Mission Denies Reports of Squabbles With Haiti Police
The Haitian National Police (PNH) and the Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) have denied social media reports suggesting that the two forces are not cooperating… Read more »
Kenya: Mandera DCI Officer Killed in Suspected Al Shabaab Attack
A police officer attached to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has been killed after suspected Al-Shabaab militants staged a daring attack in Lafey, Mandera County. Read more »
December 08, 2024
Kenya: Kenyan Officers in Haiti Mission Have Not Resigned - MSS
The Multinational Security Support (MSS) has dismissed claims that members of the MSS Kenyan Contingent are considering resignation due to delayed payment of allowances. Read more »
December 05, 2024
Africa: Faki Hails Namibia's for Peaceful and Historic Election
The African Union Commission Chairperson, Moussa Faki, has applauded the peaceful and historic elections in Namibia, following the election of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the… Read more »
December 01, 2024
Ethiopia: Ethiopia and Kenya's Relations Gaining Momentum As They Strengthen Diplomatic and People-to-People Ties
A delegation led by General Charles Kahariri, Chief of Staff of the Kenya Defense Forces (KDF), met with Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, Chief of Staff of the Ethiopian National… Read more »
November 27, 2024
Kenya: IG Kanja Directs Police Commanders to Strengthen Community Policing for Enhanced Security
Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has directed police commanders across the country to intensify community policing initiatives as part of efforts to bolster national… Read more »
November 26, 2024
Kenya: KDF, British Army Test Tactical Engagement Simulation Technology
The British Army and the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) has concluded a six-week joint military training exercise dubbed Haraka Storm Bravo. Read more »
November 25, 2024
Kenya: Ruto Holds Talks On Defence Cooperation, Regional Security With Us Africom Commander Langley
President William Ruto on Monday hosted General Michael Langley, the Commander of the United States Africa Command (US AFRICOM), at State House, Nairobi, to discuss defence… Read more »
November 22, 2024
Kenya: Ruto Challenges National Defence University to Invest in Specialised Training
President William Ruto has challenged the National Defence University-Kenya to invest in specialised training in defence, security and strategy to confront emerging threats. Read more »
November 21, 2024
Kenya: Russia, China Block US Push to Turn Kenyan-Led Force in Haiti Into a UN Mission
A United States-led effort to transition the Kenya-led multinational force in Haiti into a United Nations (UN) peacekeeping mission has faced a significant setback following Russia… Read more »
November 20, 2024
Kenya: PS Omollo Calls for Stronger Border Controls, Regional Collaboration to Tackle Illicit Arms Proliferation
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has emphasized the need to enhance border controls and strengthen legal frameworks to promote responsible transfers of small arms and… Read more »
East Africa: Regional Experts Meet in Nairobi to Tackle Illicit Small Arms Proliferation
The Forum of Small Arms and Light Weapons Experts Meeting has kicked off in Nairobi, bringing together regional stakeholders to strategize on combatting the spread of illicit arms. Read more »
November 15, 2024
Kenya: Koome Roots for ADR to Foster Timely Resolution of Conflicts
Chief Justice Martha Koome has called on Kenyans to utilize Alternative Dispute Resolution for quick resolution of cases. Read more »
November 13, 2024
East Africa: Conflicts, Delayed Financial Remittance Hinder EAC, EALA Progress
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
An initiative involving three East African countries aimed at consolidating peace efforts and fighting violent extremism was rolled in Nairobi on Wednesday. Read more »
November 11, 2024
Kenya: 19 Kenyan World War II Veterans Honored - a Tribute to Our Heroes
In a moving ceremony on Saturday, November 9, UK High Commissioner to Kenya Neil Wigan presented replacement medals to 19 Kenyan veterans who served in the British Army during… Read more »
November 08, 2024
Congo-Kinshasa: Kenyan Troops in DRC Praised for Professionalism
Kenyan troops deployed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) under the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission (MONUSCO) have received high praise for their… Read more »
November 07, 2024
Kenya: Kindiki Proud of Success in Combating Terrorism, Banditry As Interior CS
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, formerly Interior Cabinet Secretary, on Thursday, reflected on his tenure's achievements in the fight against terrorism and banditry, particularly… Read more »
Kenya: Parties in South Sudan Peace Process to Resume Talks in Nairobi
Parties involved in South Sudan's peace process have agreed to resume mediation in Nairobi to address outstanding issues. Read more »
November 05, 2024
Kenya: KMHCR Wants Govt Officials Sanctioned Over Rights Violations During Gen Z Protests
The Kenya National Human Rights Commission (KNHCR) are pushing for the acting Interior Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and the Inspector General Douglas Kanja sanctioned for the… Read more »
October 28, 2024
Kenya: Ruto Presides Over KFS Inspector Cadets, Forest Trainees Pass-Out Parade
President William Ruto is presiding over the pass-out parade for newly-trained Kenya Forest Service (KFS) Inspector Cadets and Forest Trainees in Nakuru. Read more »