July 05, 2023
Kenya: Govt Suspends Kenya-Somalia Border Re-Opening Following Increased Attacks
The government has temporarily suspended its plans to reopen Kenya-Somalia border points following a surge in terrorist attacks in the Northern region. Read more »
Kenya: 4 People Die in Kuria West After Consuming Poisonous Substance
Four people died in Kuria West, Migori County on Tuesday after consuming a suspected poisonous substance. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Q1 Economy Shrinks Slightly to 5.3%
Kenya's Q1 economy dropped by 0.9 percent compared to a similar period last year amid a slowdown in economic activities. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Host 54 Trade Ministers Meeting for Second Time in Over a Month
Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade and Industry Moses Kenya has said that Kenya will host the 54th African Trade Ministers Meeting for a second time in just over a month's… Read more »
Kenya: A Bit to Work On, Says Coach Owuor as Title-Chasing Morans Sign Off to Angola With Victory in Final Build Up
Kenya Morans head coach Cliff Owuor says there is still a bit to work on as the team played their final build up match following weeks of training in Nairobi, heading to this… Read more »
Kenya: Court Extends Finance Act Suspension to July 10
The High Court has extended conservatory orders suspending the coming into force of the Finance Act 2023 to Monday. Read more »
Kenya: Amnesty Wants State Officers Held Responsible for Failing to Stop Shakahola Cult Deaths
Amnesty International wants government officials who failed to prevent the Shakahola massacre held responsible for the deaths of more than 300 people whose bodies have been… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Told to Be Ready for Cheap Smartphones
The government has reiterated its commitment to roll out cheap smartphones in the market. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Condemns Rising Cases of Staff Attacks on Network Surveillance
Kenya Power has condemned rising cases of staff attacks on routine surveillance of networks. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Staring at Financial Crisis After Suspension of Finance Act - Githu Muigai
The Government now says it is staring at a financial crisis after the High Court temporarily suspended the implementation of the Finance Act which would have facilitated the… Read more »
Kenya: ICJ Welcomes Court Ruling Declaring CAS Appointments Unconstitutional
The International Commission on Jurists (ICJ Kenya) has welcomed the High Court's ruling declaring the appointment of Chief Administrative Secretaries (CAS) unconstitutional. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Meets MPs From Odinga's Backyard to Talk Development
President William Ruto says the Government will work with leaders from all parts of the country, regardless of their political affiliation. Read more »
Kenya: Directorate of Criminal Investigations Unearths Motorcycle Syndicate Between Kenya and Tanzania
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives have dismantled a notorious motorcycle theft syndicate operating between Kenya and Tanzania. Read more »
Kenya: Heartbreak As World Beach Games in Indonesia Are Cancelled
The highly anticipated World Beach Games scheduled for next month in Bali, Indonesia have been cancelled after the hosts pulled the plug in the 11th hour owing to lack of funding. Read more »
July 04, 2023
Kenya: Controller of Budget Declines City Hall's Request for Approval of Sh1 Billion to Settle Legal Fees
The Controller of Budget has declined City Hall's request to approve Sh1 billion in pending bills owed to legal firms that served the Nairobi County Government. Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Urges Community, Religious Leaders to Support Govt Efforts in Combating Terrorism in Northern Kenya
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has urged community and religious leaders, as well as residents in the North Eastern region to join forces with security agencies in the… Read more »
Kenya: 'My Dream Is to Become First Female to Referee Men's World Cup Final'
If Kenyans needed a reason to watch the upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, then it is that one of their own will be featuring prominently in the… Read more »
Somalia: Mastercard, Sombank to Launch Debit Card in Somalia
Global payment platform Mastercard has partnered with SomBank, an innovative financial institution in Somalia, to promote digital payment solutions. Read more »
Kenya: Odinga Lauds Court Ruling Declaring President Ruto's 50 CAS Appointments Unconstitutional
Azimio La Umoja One Kenyahas welcomed the High Court ruling declaring President William Ruto's 50 Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) appointments unconstitutional. Read more »
East Africa: Rising Football Stars Take Center Stage at the Ligi Ndogo Tournament
The highly anticipated Ligi Ndogo East Africa Cup is set to make a triumphant comeback this year, promising to captivate football enthusiasts with its showcase of emerging talents. Read more »
July 03, 2023
Kenya: Jubilee Health Flags Off Afya Mashinani Initiative to Nakuru County
Jubilee Health Insurance has today launched a one week Afya Mashinani initiative in a bid to advance accessible and affordable healthcare services to underserved communities. Read more »
July 04, 2023
Kenya: 'It Wasn't Me! Net Procurement Was Mburu's Business.' - Tum Tells Senate
Sports Principal Secretary Peter Tum has denied involvement in the procurement process of mosquito nets that led to the cancellation of a Sh3.7 billion tender by Global Fund. Read more »
Kenya: All PSVs, School Buses Must Be Fitted With Dashboard Cameras, Vehicle Telematics - CS Murkomen
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has directed that all Public Service Vehicles (PSV) and school buses must be fitted with dashboard cameras to help in curbing road… Read more »
Kenya: Man Charged With Possession of 156kg of Elephant Tusks
A man was on Monday charged before a Mariakani court for being in possession of a 156kg consignment of elephant tusks valued at Sh15.6 million. Read more »
Kenya: Two Kenyan Fishermen Shot Dead By Ugandan Military at Lake Victoria
Two Kenyan fishermen were last night shot dead allegedly by Uganda People Defence Force (UPDF) officer while fishing in Lake Victoria at Sumba area in Budalang'i. Read more »