July 02
Kenya: Bizarre Coffin Protest Blocks Nairobi's Moi Avenue As Demonstrators Mourn Victims
A peculiar protest occurred along Moi Avenue in Nairobi as demonstrators carried and dropped empty coffins, blocking the road near Bazaar Centre opposite Clarion Hotel. Read more »
Kenya: ODM to Recall 6 MPs Who Voted in Support of Finance Bill 2024
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Committee sanctions recall processes for six lawmakers for backing Finance Bill 2024 which was withdrawn by President William Ruto… Read more »
Kenya: ODM Endorses Gen Z Protests
The Raila Odinga-led Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party's Central Committee has endorsed the youth-led protest saying the fall of the Finance Bill signaled a no-confidence vote… Read more »
Kenya/Zimbabwe: Kenya Beat Zimbabwe in Cosafa, but Semi-Final Hopes On Hold
Second half goals from the dynamic Gor Mahia duo of Austin Odhiambo and Benson Omalla saw Kenya's U23 team, the Emerging Stars, beat Zimbabwe 2-0 in Port Elizabeth on Tuesday… Read more »
Kenya: World Bank Debars Audit Firm EY Kenya On Graft Allegations
The World Bank has slapped audit firm Ernst & Young (EY Kenya) with a 30-month debarment over corruption allegations. Read more »
Kenya: Private Security Regulatory Authority Seeks New CEO As Fazul Exits
The Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSRA) has kicked off the search for a new Chief Executive Officer following the exit of former Director General Fazul Mahamed. Read more »
Kenya: Qualifications Authority Roots for Conversion to an Independent Commission
The Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) is seeking a framework to function as an independent Commission. Read more »
Kenya: KTDA Refutes Claims of Holding 200 Million Kilos of Expired Unsold Tea
The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has denied claims that it is holding 200 million kilograms of expired unsold tea. In a statement, KTDA asserted that the reports, which… Read more »
Kenya: Carepay Taps M-Tiba Boss As New CEO
Health payments provider CarePay International has picked Pieter Prickaerts as the new Managing Director to spearhead global expansion. Read more »
Kenya: Police Lob Teargas to Disperse Protestors in Nairobi CBD As Demonstrations Underway in Kisumu, Mombasa
Police have lobbed teargas to disperse protestors in Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD). Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Adds Two Electric Vehicles to Its Fleet
Simba Corporation, an automotive company, has delivered the first all-electric Mahindra XUV400 Sports Utility Vehicle to Kenya Power. Read more »
Kenya: NCBA Fully Acquires AIG Kenya Insurance Company
NCBA Group has finalized the full acquisition of AIG Kenya Insurance Company, further expanding its grip on Kenya's insurance sector. Read more »
Kenya: Don't Torch Kenya - Ruto Pleads Amid Fresh Protests
"My sons and daughters, we have a country to keep; it is the only home we have," President William Ruto passionately urged the young generation ahead of another round of peaceful… Read more »
Kenya: At Least 39 People Killed During Anti-Finance Bill Protests - KNCHR
At least 39 people have been killed since the beginning of the nationwide anti-Finance Bill protests in Kenyan, according to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR). Read more »
Kenya: Jambojet Starts 4 Weekly Flights Between Zanzibar and Mombasa
Jambojet yesterday began its first of four weekly flights between Zanzibar and Mombasa with an eye on tourists flying into the Tanzanian island. Read more »
July 01
Africa: Kenya's Kabaddi Team Triumphs At Africa Championship
The youthful energy of Kenya's Kabaddi national team was on full display as they paid a courtesy visit to the Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affair, Creative Economy and Sports Ababu… Read more »
East Africa: Kenyans Confident Ahead of East Africa Wrestling Duel
Kenyan wrestlers have been tipped to top the medal standings at this weekend's East Africa Amateur Wrestling Championships in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: Kotex Denies Working With Karen Nyamu to Supply Free Tampons to Schools
Sanitary towels manufacturer Kotex Kenya has rejected claims that it is eyeing to ink a partnership deal with Nominated Senator Karen Nyamu terming the allegations as fake. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Urged to Engage International Mediator in Impasse With Gen Z Over Finance Bill
Religious leaders in Siaya want the government to engage an international mediator in solving the current impasse that saw young Kenyans take to the streets to protest the passage… Read more »
Kenya: Gor Mahia Appoint Brazilian As New Head Coach, Zico Returns
Record FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia have appointed Brazilian tactician Leonardo Martins Neiva as the club's new head coach following the exit of Irishman Jonathan… Read more »
Kenya: Makadara Law Courts Reopen Amid Heavy Security After Magistrate Kivuti's Shooting
The Madaraka Law Courts in Nairobi reopened Monday with heavy security measures in place after closure following the fatal shooting of Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti. Read more »
Kenya: Court Declines DPP Request to Terminate Sh122mn Forgery Case Against Savula, 2 Wives
A court in Nairobi has declined the Director of Public Prosecution's request to terminate the Sh122 million forgery case against Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula and his to… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, EU Pact On Duty-Free Access for Exports Takes Effect
The Economic Partnership Agreement between Kenya and the European Union (EPA) has officially effected following ratification of the strategic partnership aimed at boosting boost… Read more »
Kenya: Kemsa Feted With With Global Leadership Award By European Society for Quality Research
The European Society for Quality Research (ESQR) has this week recognised the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA), after bestowing it the Best Quality Leadership Award 2024. Read more »
Kenya: Petition Against DP Gachagua Over Noordin Haji Remarks Certified Urgent
The high court has certified as urgent a petition filed against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua by the Director of National Intelligence Service Noordin Haji. Read more »