Kenya: Opposition Azimio Ditches Bi-Partisan Talks, Demands Kofi Annan-Styled Dialogue

The opposition Azimio Coalition has ditched proposed bi-partisan dialogue in Parliament citing malice by the governing Kenya Kwanza Alliance insisting on expanded… Read more »

Kenya: Ichungwa to Table Bi-Partisan Talks Motion Amid Azimio Standoff

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichungwah was set to table a motion on the bi-partisan committee on the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Says Khartoum Mission in Touch With 3,000 Kenyans Stranded in Sudan

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has placed the number of Kenyans stranded in Sudan due to the ongoing fighting between the Sudanese Army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces… Read more »

East Africa: IGAD Calls for Cessation of Hostilities in Sudan Crisis

Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has called for an immediate cessation of hostilities between the warring parties in Sudan. Read more »

Sudan: Kenya Concerned At Sudan Crisis After 0ver 60 Dead

Kenya's president William Ruto has voiced concerns oer the escalating crisis in Sudan where over 60 civilians were killed in fighting between the army and paramilitaries. Read more »

East Africa: Kenyatta Calls for Backing EAC Regional Force in Congo to Aid Nairobi-Led Mediation

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has called for support from the East African Community (EAC) regional force in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as a neutral force to… Read more »

Kenya: Govt to Train 200 More Reservists to Support Police Operations in Baringo

The government has given the green light for the training of an additional 200 police reservists beginning this Friday to boost security operations in the bandit-prone Baringo… Read more »

Kenya: Govt to Double Security Personnel Deployed to Bandit-Prone Counties

The government is set to double security forces in bandit-prone areas beginning Saturday in a bid to scale up efforts to tame banditry in the North Rift. Read more »

Kenya: 32 Kenyans Sentenced to 20 Years Imprisonment in Uganda for Illegal Firearms Possession

Thirty-two Kenyans face a 20-year jail term in Ugandan prisons for allegedly being in possession of illegal firearms and ammunition. Read more »

Kenya: 'We Shall Approach Bipartisan Talks With an Open Mind,' Says Madzayo.

Kilifi Senator, Stewart Madzayo has said that they will approach bipartisan issues with an open mind. Read more »

Kenya: Defence Ministry Top Performer In Latest Govt Report

The Ministry of Defense has emerged as the top performing department, according to a report on the evaluation of performance for government Ministries, State Corporations and… Read more »

Kenya: Pastoralist Parliamentary Group Pledges Not to Allow Rogue Elements to Fuel Violence

Pastoralist Parliamentary Group members have said they will not allow rogue elements to fuel violence in the Northern region saying its derailing development in the region. Read more »

Kenya: NCIC Lauds President Ruto, Odinga for Embracing Dialogue

The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has lauded President William Ruto and Azimio Leader Raila Odinga for giving dialogue a chance to address issues raised by… Read more »

Kenya: Azimio Must Be Called Out for Denting Kenya's Image

Azimio leader former premier Raila Odinga has announced a series of rallies in dissent against the Kenya Kwanza government. These are accompanied by far-off accusations against the… Read more »

Kenya: AU Commission Calls for Dialogue Between Govt, Azimio

African Union Commission head Moussa Faki Mahamat on Tuesday voiced "deep concern" after anti-government protests in Kenya turned violent, and appealed for calm. Read more »

Kenya: Heighted Security in Nairobi Ahead of Azimio Protests

There is heightened security in Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) amid anticipated protests from the Azimio la Umoja one Kenya opposition coalition. Read more »

Kenya: Govt Plans U.S.$2 Billion Projects to Tame Resource-Based Conflicts in the North

Kenya is set to expedite implementation of high-impact projects and programmes in the frontier counties as part of the strategic responses to security challenges in the region. Read more »

Kenya: State Seeks Political Support as Multi-Agency Force Moves to Crash Bandits

The government has challenged legislators from the North Rift to take more responsibility in the fight against the banditry menace, as security agencies intensify their offensive… Read more »

Kenya: Join SACCOS to Access Affordable Housing, Kenyans Urged

Kenyans have been urged to join Savings and Credit Cooperatives Societies (SACCOS) so as to easily own and invest in property. Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Directs Military to Work With Education Ministry to Rebuild Schools Destroyed By Bandits

President William Ruto has directed the military to work with the Ministry of Education to rebuild schools destroyed by bandits so that learners can go back to their studies. Read more »

Kenya: Govt Mulls Additional Measures in 6 Bandit-Prone Counties in the North

The government will Friday announce new measures it will take to step up its campaign against banditry in parts of the North Rift. Read more »

Kenya: Pastoralists MPs Want Military to Lead North Rift Operation

Legislators within the Pastoralist Community have asked President William Ruto to invoke Article 241(3) of the constitution and have the military lead the operation to flush out… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Engaging Neighboring Countries to Curb Smuggling of Illicit Firearms

Kenya is now engaging her neighbours to rein in cross-border smuggling of illegal firearms that have been fuelling violent conflicts and crimes in the region. Read more »

Kenya: Ethiopian Embassy in Kenya Marks 127th Adwa Victory in Colourful Ceremony

Ethiopian Embassy in Kenya marked commemorated the 127th anniversary of the victory of Adwa on Saturday, in a ceremony attended by dignitaries from various sectors. Read more »

Kenya: Govt to Consider Full Scale Deployment of KDF to Bandit Prone Areas

Defense Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale and his Interior counterpart Kithure Kindiki on Thursday announced that the National Security Council (NSC) will consider a full-scale… Read more »