September 16, 2023
Kenya: FKF Premier League Returns for Match Day Three After International Break
The FKF Premier League returns this weekend after the two-week international break, with several mouth-watering fixtures lined up across different venues. Read more »
September 17, 2023
Kenya: Safaricom and Apple to Work on MPESA Partnership, President Ruto Says
Telecommunication giant, Safaricom, will be developing a partnership with Apple Inc. to integrate MPESA and its Paypal platform. Read more »
Kenya: iPhone Maker Apple Seeks to Put a Developer Academy in Kenya
President William Ruto has invited American technology companies to set up manufacturing operations and regional offices in Kenya. Read more »
September 18, 2023
Kenya: Former Mungiki Leader Maina Njenga Released By Abductors in Limuru
Former Mungiki leaders Maina Njenga was released by his abductors after spending 24 hours with them. Read more »
Africa: Kenya Hosts Global Conference On Tackling 'Sleeping Sickness' in Africa
More than 300 participants from across Africa are meeting this week in Kenya, to discuss ways of tackling the African Trypanosomiasis, commonly known as sleeping sickness or… Read more »
September 17, 2023
Kenya: Wetangula Advocates Affirmative Action for Uplifting Marginalized Areas
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula reiterated the need for affirmative action in marginalized areas with a view to empowering livelihoods. Read more »
Kenya: Proposed Digital ID Card Will Not Be Mandatory - Bitok
The government has clarified, stating that the digital national identification, known as the Maisha Card, will not be mandatory. Read more »
Kenya: Ethiopia's Tsegay Breaks Faith Kipyegon's 5,000m World Record
Ethiopia's Gudaf Tsegay has shattered Faith Kipyegon's 5,000m World record, clocking a brilliant 14:00.21 to clinch the Diamond Trophy in Eugene, Oregon on Sunday. Read more »
Kenya: Govt, World Bank to Strengthen Capacity of 35 Teachers Training Colleges
The government jointly with the World Bank is set to strengthen the capacity of thirty five Public Primary Teacher Training Colleges (PTTCs) to provide initial training for… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Official Lauds China's Role in Helping the Global South
A senior Ethiopian official and scholar has underlined the significant role of China in addressing the current crises facing developing nations and building a sustainable future,… Read more »
September 15, 2023
Kenya: Health Secretary Affirms Commitment to Patient Safety Ahead of World Patient Safety Day
Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha has underscored the government's commitment to ensure patient safety ahead of the World Patient Safety Day 2023 set for this Sunday. Read more »
Kenya: Embrace Sports to Keep Fit - Speaker Wetang'ula, Urges Parliamentary Staff
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has emphasized the importance of youthfulness, unity, and physical fitness among the parliamentary staff as he graced the National… Read more »
Kenya: Moses Chege Appointed New Insurance Regulatory Authority Boss
President William Ruto has appointed Moses Chege to be the new chairperson of the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA). Read more »
Kenya: Wetangula Shows His Sporty Side, Engages in Sports With Parliamentary Staff
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has emphasised the importance of unity and physical fitness among parliamentary staff. Read more »
Kenya: We Have Tigers in Kenya - DP Gachagua's Latest Gaffe Goes Viral
Deputy President William Ruto has gaffed again, this time telling Columbian investors that there are Tigers in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Why Wafalme's Africa Volleyball Champs Campaign Was Not in Vain
National men's volleyball team captain Enock Mogeni says they have picked valuable lessons from the Africa Nations Championships in Egypt where they finished ninth. Read more »
Kenya: Lionesses Line Up Two Debutants as They Play South Africa in Friendly
Kenya Lionesses head coach Dennis Mwanja has handed first team debuts to the Mwamba RFC duo of Faith Livoi and Diana Omosso as he named his squad for Saturday's test match against… Read more »
East Africa: UN Women Calls for Equal Pay Between Women and Men
UN Women is advocating for equal pay for men and women to bridge the gender pay gap in the East and Southern Africa region by 2030. Read more »
Kenya: Supreme Court Allows Karua's Plea for Audience in AG's Advisory Request
The Supreme Court has allowed an application by former Constitutional Affairs Minister Martha Karua seeking participation in proceedings for an Advisor Opinion on the wheather… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Kenya: Mulele Awaits Swearing-in as DPP Following Parliamentary Approval
The nominee for Director of Public Prosecution Renson Ingonga Mulele has been unanimously approved by the National Assembly paving the way for his swearing-in for the… Read more »
Kenya: Why World Coin Operators Haven't Been Arrested - Interior Cabinet Secretary Kindiki
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki was on Thursday put to task to explain why the owners of Tools for Humanity, the parent firm for World Coin have not been arrested… Read more »
Kenya: Rights Lobby Groups Ask Govt to Conduct Data Protection Assessment Before Maisha Number Roll-Out
Civil Society Organizations now want the government to conduct a robust data protection impact assessment and human rights impact before rolling out the Maisha Number, Unique… Read more »
Kenya: Former CS Keter Excited Over Appointment as Ruto Advisor on Great Lakes Region Affairs
Former Energy Cabinet Secretary Charles Keter says he is excited following his appointment as President William Ruto's advisor on the Great Lakes Region Affairs. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Seeks Support of Colombia in Coffee Reforms
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed to the Colombia National Coffee Federation to collaborate with Kenyan farmers to improve yields and better returns. Read more »
Kenya: Head of Public Service Koskei Calls for Prudent Use of Public Resources
Head of Public Service Felix Koskei has called for the prudent use of public resources. Read more »