August 09, 2023
Kenya: SRC Announces End to Public Servants' Retreat, Sitting Allowances
The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) has announced and end to retreat and sitting allowances to Public Servants. Read more »
Kenya: Michael Joseph Leaves Safaricom Board
Michael Joseph has quit as Safaricom's board director, its board announced in a statement. Read more »
August 08, 2023
Kenya: Double Gold for Kenya in Trinidad as Records Fall
It was a golden moment for Kenya at the 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games in Trinidad and Tobago after winning both women's and men's 1500m. Read more »
August 09, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Civil Aviation Authority to Host 8th Afi-Aviation Week in Nairobi
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) is set to host the 8th International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Africa and Indian Ocean (AFI-Aviation) Week in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: Sports CS Ababu Stops Renovation of Ruring'u Stadium in Nyeri Due to Shoddy Work
Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba has ordered a halt to construction works at Ruring'u Stadium in Nyeri due to what he describes as 'sub-standard' job by the contractor. Read more »
August 08, 2023
Kenya: Cabinet Okays Commercialization of 5 State-Owned Sugar Firms
Cabinet has approved Comprehensive Overhaul of State-owned sugar companies paving way for private sector participation and modernization. Read more »
Kenya: Cherop Keen to Fill Medal Cabinet With Podium Place at Commonwealth Youth Games
After winning the second semi-final of the women's 1500m, World Under 20 3000m bronze medalist Nancy Cherop is hopeful of making the podium at the ongoing Commonwealth Youth Games… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall to Map Out Liqour Outlets to Ensure Compliance
The Nairobi Liquor and Licensing department is set to unveil the mapping of liquor outlets in the city. Read more »
Kenya: Koome Accuses Azimio Politicians of Renting Bodies to Whip Up Emotions
Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome has accused the opposition Azimio Coalition of hiring bodies from morgues in an attempt to stir up anger against the police. Read more »
Kenya: KQ Signs Codeshare Agreement With Delta
Kenya Airways (KQ) has signed a code-share agreement with the American airline Delta, opening new destinations for the carriers. Read more »
Kenya: World Bank Lines Up Sh20 Billion for Kenya's Pastoralists, Job Transformation and Entrepreneurship Projects
The Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) will get Sh20 billion from the World Bank (WB) under a new agreement. Read more »
Kenya: Mudavadi in Uganda for the African Coffee Summit
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi arrived in Kampala, Uganda, to attend the Second G25 African Coffee Summit of Heads of State and Government. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Rubbishes Claims It Is Inflating Electricity Prices
Kenya Power and Lightning Company (KPLC) has rubbished claims that it is inflating electricity prices, saying that reports are hell-bent on tarnishing its name. Read more »
August 07, 2023
Kenya: We Have Agreed on Bomas of Kenya as Venue for Kenya Kwanza, Azimio Dialogue - Ichung'wah
National Assemble Majority leader Kimani Ichung'wah says the government and the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya coalition party have agreed on the Bomas of Kenya as the venue for their… Read more »
Kenya: Namunyak Bags Hattrick As Kenya Thrash Trinidad and Tobago in Rugby 7s
The junior women's rugby team continued their successful campaign at the ongoing Commonwealth Youth Games in Trinidad and Tobago with a 48-0 walloping of the hosts in their third… Read more »
Kenya: Battle Lines Draw for Christie 7s as Sevens Circuit Hots Up
National Sevens Circuit (NSC) leaders Kabras Sugar RFC will face three-time champions Impala, Nakuru RFC and Masinde Muliro University in Pool A of this weekend's Christie Sevens… Read more »
August 04, 2023
Kenya: ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan Awarded Honorary Law Degree at Mt Kenya University
International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan has received an honorary Law degree at Mt Kenya University for his community outreach work and fight against terror. Read more »
August 07, 2023
Kenya: Data Commissioner Adds New Office in Mombasa
The Office of the Data Commissioner (ODPC) has opened a new office in Mombasa to provide data protection services in the coastal areas. Read more »
Kenya: British Airways Flight to London Forced to Turn Back to Nairobi After Niger Airspace Closure
British Airways flight BA64, en route to London, was forced to return to Nairobi after the closure of Niger airspace. Read more »
Kenya: Kilifi Supply Chain Chief Redeployed, Hospitals Named Procuring Entities
Kilifi County has redeployed its Head of Supply Chain in a radical shakeup a week after Governor Gideon Mung'aro reassigned four County Executive Committee Members. Read more »
Kenya: 25,000 Markets to Be Installed With Wi-Fi Hotspots Nationwide
The government will put up 25,000 WI-FI hotspots in markets across the country. Read more »
Kenya: Swimming Coach Musei Confident in Juniors Despite Unfamiliar Waters at Commonwealth Youth Games
Commonwealth Youth Games team swimming coach Lydia Musei is optimistic her swimmers will put in a good show at the competition despite initial struggles to adapt to the weather in… Read more »
Kenya: Banks Set to Hire More Kenyans as Entry-Level Monthly Pay Cut By Sh32,000
Kenyan banks are set to hire more staff after the monthly minimum wage for entry-level positions was reduced by Sh32,000. Read more »
Kenya: If You Are Tired of Us, You May Take Us to River Yala, Mackenzie Cries Foul Over Prison Mistreatment
Shakahola forest cult leader Paul Mackenzie on Friday lamented before the Shanzu magistrate's court over the harsh conditions he is being subjected to at the Shimo la Tewa Prison. Read more »
Kenya: National Olympics Committee of Kenya Boss Tergat Excited By Potential of Women's Rugby in Kenya
National Olympics Committee of Kenya (NOCK) president Paul Tergat has tipped women's rugby in Kenya to grow in leaps and bounds in the coming years due to the abundance of young… Read more »