June 23
Kenya: Unesco to Host Ai Forum With Focus On Ethics, Region's Potential
Kenya and UNESCO will host an artificial intelligence (AI) forum in Nairobi tomorrow that will discuss AI potential in the region as well as its role in ethics. Read more »
June 24
Kenya: Groups Warn Against Internt Shutdown Amid Anti-Finance Bill Protests
A group of national and international organizations has warned the government against limiting access to social and mass media during the anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests. Read more »
Kenya: Gideon Moi Condemns Recent Abductions of Youth Protesting Finance Bill
Nairobi, June, 24, -- Kenya African National Union (KANU) party leader Gideon Moi has condemned the recent violent abductions of young protesters opposing the Finance Bill, 2024. Read more »
Kenya: IPOA Urges Witnesses of Rex Masai's Shooting to Volunteer Information
The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has urged witnesses of Rex Masai's shooting during Thursday protests in Nairobi to volunteer information so as to facilitate… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Sends Off First 400 Police Officers to Haiti
The officers are due to travel to Haiti on Tuesday to lead a United Nations-backed mission aimed at addressing gang violence. Read more »
Kenya: Malema Backs Anti-Finance Demos, Slams IMF, World Bank
South Africa's outspoken politician and leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Julius Malema, has expressed support for Kenya's anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Signs Sh59.7bn Grants to Support HIV, Tuberculosis, Malaria
Kenya has signed Global Fund grants amounting to USD 407, 989, 068 (Sh59.7 billion) to support HIV, Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria interventions. Read more »
Kenya: Any Child of Mine Who Will Not Go to the Streets With Other Children Will Face DNA Test - Kaluma
Homabay Town MP Peter Kaluma has declared that any of his children who fail to turn up in the upcoming protests against the Finance Bill 2024 will face DNA tests to verify their… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Police to Depart for Haiti Tuesday to Lead UN-Backed Mission
A Kenyan police force is scheduled to depart for Haiti on Tuesday to lead a United Nations-backed mission aimed at addressing gang violence, despite ongoing court challenges… Read more »
Kenya: Day Schools Adjust Half-Term Break to Start Tuesday Amid Protests
Several day schools in Nairobi have decided to start the half-term break from Tuesday rather than Wednesday, due to the planned protests against the Finance Bill 2024. Read more »
June 23
Kenya: Clean Sweep? Not This Time! - Equity Hit Zetech to Level Semi-Final Series
Jemimah 'Mimah' Omondi put on a show, dropping a game-high 21 points as the Equity Hawks put on a commanding response to tie the best of five Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF)… Read more »
June 24
Kenya: Wajackoyah Leads Diaspora Protest Against Finance Bill 2024 in Dallas
Former presidential aspirant and Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah led a protest against the Finance Bill 2024 in Dallas, USA, on Sunday. Read more »
Kenya: First Lady Rachel Advocates for Economic Empowerment of Widows
First Lady Rachel Ruto has called for increased support to economically empower widows who face significant challenges, including economic insecurity, social isolation, and… Read more »
June 23
Kenya: Kenya Flag Waving Youth Leads Anti-Finance Bill Chant At Holy Family Basilica
A youth waving Kenya's national flag took center stage on Sunday, leading the congregation at Holy Family Basilica in chants of 'Reject The Finance Bill' during Mass. Read more »
Kenya: AG Justin Muturi's Son Reported Missing Amid Suspected Abduction in Lavington
Attorney General Justin Muturi's son, Leslie Muturi, has been reported missing amid suspicions of either kidnapping or arrest by police in Nairobi's Lavington area. Read more »
Africa: Sarah Moraa, Ng'eno Strike Gold for Kenya At Africa Athletics Championships
Youngster Sarah Moraa and Alex Ng'eno clinched Kenya's first gold medals at the Africa Athletics Senior Championships in Douala, Cameroon with victories in the men and women's… Read more »
June 24
Kenya: Kenya Airways Launches 45th Route With Direct Flights to Maputo
With its warm tropical climate, marine parks, and stunning beaches, Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, offers tourists a unique blend of rich cultural heritage and modern… Read more »
June 23
Kenya: Generation Z - a Force That Cannot Be Ignored in Kenya
In recent weeks, Kenya has witnessed a remarkable uprising led by its youngest demographic, Generation Z, who have taken to the streets in mass protests against the Finance Bill… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Responds to Youth Protests Against Finance Bill 2024
President William Ruto has addressed the ongoing protests by Kenyan youths against the Finance Bill 2024, expressing his pride in their peaceful and united stance. Read more »
Kenya: U.S. Govt to Support Kenya's Clean Energy Transition
The United States Department of Energy has revealed investment plans for Kenya's green energy transition, focusing on e-mobility and the clean power generation sector. Read more »
Kenya: Chants of 'Ruto Must Go' Echo in Nightclubs As Generation Z Amplifies Campaign Against Finance Bill 2024
Chants of 'Ruto Must Go' reverberated through nightclubs across cities and major towns in Kenya as Generation Z took their campaign against the Finance Bill 2024 to a new level. Read more »
June 19
East Africa: Comesa Issues Warning On Unsafe Shampoo in Dark and Lovely
The COMESA Competition Commission has warned its members states against the sale and use of unsafe shampoo reported to have penetrated the South Africa market. Read more »
June 22
Kenya: Confusion and Outrage Follow Itumbi's Flip-Flop On Crazy Nairobian's Release
Digital strategist Dennis Itumbi has retracted his earlier statement regarding the whereabouts of missing content creator Billy Simani, known as Crazy Nairobian, hours after… Read more »
June 19
Kenya: Atwoli Calls for Law Regulating Social Media to Protect Mainstream Media
The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) has called for a law regulating social media content to protect mainstream media. Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Lose Sh5bn With Eco Levy Tax Removal
The government is set to incur a revenue shortfall of Sh5 billion after the removal of the Eco Levy in the proposed Finance Bill 2024. Read more »