July 04, 2023
Kenya: Population of Severely Stunted Children Halves in 8 Years
A newly published Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) has reported Kenya's population of severely stunted children at 4.2 per cent marking an almost 50 per cent reduction compared… Read more »
Kenya: Malaysia Seeks to Increase Palm Oil Exports to Kenya
Malaysia is looking to export more palm oil to Kenya, coming at a time when prices of palm oil have skyrocketed due to disruptions in the global supply chain. Read more »
Kenya: U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman Hosts 4th of July Independence Day Celebrations in Nairobi
Since 1777, the United States has celebrated its Independence day on 4th of July signifying the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Congress passed… Read more »
Kenya: Matatu Owners Announce 30% Fare Hike From June 5 After Fuel Price Increase
Public Service Vehicles (PSV) are set to increase their daily fares by 30 percent from tomorrow following the increase in fuel prices last week by the Energy and Petroleum… Read more »
Kenya: Increase in Fuel Tax, Housing Levy Worst Provisions in Budget - Tifa Poll
The increment of Tax on Fuel and basic commodities as well as the introduction of the Housing levy have been cited as the worst provisions in the budget that came into effect last… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Urged to Embrace Local Tourism to Boost Revenue
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is urging Kenyans to embrace domestic travel, explore new experiences, and contribute to the growth of the local tourism industry. Read more »
Kenya: We Must Strike a Balance Between Recurrent, Development Expenditure, President Ruto Says
The Government is keen on striking the right balance between the development and recurrent expenditure. Read more »
Kenya: Infinity Power Eyes a Piece of Kenya's Promising Green Energy Sector
The transition to clean sources of energy has picked up pace owing to the ravaging effects of climate change. Read more »
Kenya: Cherargei Vows to Appeal Ruling Declaring Chief Administrative Secretaries Appointments Unconstitutional
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has announced his intention to appeal the High Court ruling, which deemed President William Ruto's appointment of 50 Chief Administrative Secretaries… Read more »
Kenya: Jalang'o Vows to Block Events Held in Lang'ata is 50% of Work Not Given to Youth
Lang'ata Member of Parliament Phelix Odiwour alias Jalang'o has urged event planners who wish to hold events in Lang'ata to guarantee that young people from the constituency get 50… Read more »
Kenya: Govt, Stakeholders to Boost Domestic Health Financing, UHC
The Government of Kenya has unveiled initiatives to increase domestic health financing and achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Read more »
Kenya: Uptake of Electric, Hybrid Cars in Kenya
The growth of autonomous and electric vehicles (EVs), looks set to be a defining trend of the industry in the 2020s. Read more »
Kenya: Embrace Peace, Humility and Integrity in Your Work Mudavadi Tells the Church
Prime Cabinet Secretary, Musalia Mudavadi has urged the church to be key drivers of peace in the country and support the government's initiative of uniting Kenyans. Read more »
Kenya: Prepare for 30% Matatu Fare Hikes
Public Service Vehicles (PSV) are set to increase their daily fares by 30 percent from tomorrow following the increase in fuel prices last week by the Energy and Petroleum… Read more »
Kenya: 69pc of Kenyans Opposed to Housing Levy - Tifa Poll
A recent poll conducted by Trends and Insights of Africa (TIFA) has revealed that a significant majority of Kenyans (69 percent) do not support the Housing Levy being pushed by the… Read more »
Kenya: 38pc of Kenyans Earn Nothing - Tifa Poll
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul 4 - A new survey conducted by Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA) has revealed that only three percent of Kenyans earn a monthly income above Sh50,000. Read more »
July 03, 2023
Kenya: Court Rules Appointment of President Ruto's Chief Administrative Secretaries Unconstitutional
The High Court has ruled that the appointment of all of President William Ruto's 50 Chief Administrative Secretaries was unconstitutional. Read more »
Kenya: Absa Bank Introduces 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Feature for Cardholders
Absa Bank Kenya customers with card will now be able to pay for good in bits after the lender introduced a new feature dubbed 'Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL)'. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Host Biggest Global Expo From June 5
Kenyan companies as well as those from around the world will be showcasing their products at the Sarit Center Mall in Nairobi, Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: How Commonwealth Champ Chebet Beat Bad Weather, Ethiopian Threat to Triumph in Sweden Diamond League
Commonwealth Games 5000m champion Beatrice Chebet admits she had to cope with the existential Ethiopian threat and bad weather on her way to victory at the Stockholm Diamond League… Read more »
Kenya: 43% of Women Believe Husband Justified in Beating Wife for Burning Food, Arguing, Refusing Sex
A recent survey has revealed that 43 percent of Kenyans believe that a husband is justified in beating his wife for among other things burning food and arguing with him. Read more »
Kenya: Remittances From Uganda to Kenya More Than Doubles to Sh3.3 Billion
Money sent to Kenya from Uganda increased to Sh3.3 billion in the five months to May this year, compared to a similar period last year, official data shows. Read more »
Kenya: Will World Record Holder Chepkoech Reclaim World Title at Budapest?
With four days to the national trials for the World Championships, one lady who will be hoping to make the final team to Budapest is Beatrice Chepkoech. Read more »
Kenya: FaidiHR Unveils Casualpay Platform to Facilitate Casual Workers Payments in Kenya
Over the past few decades, ghost workers have proven a thorn in both private and public institutions, costing firms and government bodies billions, as they lack proper management… Read more »
Kenya: Lawyer Ahmednassir Abdulahi Says SRC Doesn't Need President Ruto's Concurrence, Refusal on Pay Hike Recommendations
Senior Counsel Ahmednassir Abdulahi has backed the move by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), to press on with the planned review of salaries for all public sector… Read more »