May 30, 2023
Kenya: Old Mutual to Support Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Sector
Integrated Financial Services Provider Old Mutual has reaffirmed its commitment to support the realization of SDG 6, which seeks to ensure access to water and sanitation for all. Read more »
Kenya: Preacher Arrested for Allegedly Defrauding Mwea Town's ACK Church of Sh2 Million Meant for Church Seats
Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) detectives have apprehended a preacher on suspicion of swindling the ACK Mwea Town Church out of Sh2 million that was intended for the… Read more »
Kenya: HFC, Athletics Kenya Partner to Provide Athletes With Affordable Homes
HFC has announced a partnership with Athletics Kenya (AK) to enable thousands of Kenyan athletes to afford homes. Read more »
Kenya: USIU-Africa's Team Tawi Win the 2023 Microsoft Imagine Cup World Championship
A team of student tech innovators from USIU-Africa in Kenya have won the 2023 Microsoft Imagine Cup World Championship competition after a final round judging of three finalists… Read more »
Kenya: Athletics Kenya Praised as Example of a 'Serious' and 'Focused' Federation in Kenya
Athletics Kenya (AK) have been exalted as a model federation for other sports bodies in Kenya to emulate on how to cater for the welfare of their sportspersons under their… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's CDF Ogolla Joins East African Counterparts to Discuss Security Situation in DR Congo
Kenya's Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla on Monday joined the East African Community Chiefs of Defence Forces and Chiefs of Defence Staff for an extraordinary… Read more »
Kenya: Row Over Land Compensation Leads to Killing of Couple in Mandera
Row over land compensation for the Horn Rift Gateway Road that runs from Isiolo County to Mandera County has led to attacks that have resulted in the death of a couple in Kambi… Read more »
Kenya: DPP Approves Only One File Forwarded By EACC for Prosecution
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved only one file out of the 23 that the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) had submitted for prosecutions. Read more »
May 31, 2023
Kenya: No Omanyala vs Jacobs Showdown in Florence As Olympic Champ Pulls Out Again
African record holder Ferdinand Omanyala's hope of competing against Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs has gone up in smoke again, after the Italian pulled out of this Friday's 100m… Read more »
May 30, 2023
Kenya: City Hall Services Resume as Staff Sign CBA Agreement With Nairobi County Government
City Hall is back in full operation after an agreement was reached between the staff and the Nairobi County Government. Read more »
Kenya: British American Tobacco Steps Up Sustainable Agriculture With Own Farmers
Cigarette manufacturer British American Tobacco has rolled out an avocado planting programme to ensure food and financial security for its farmers across the country. Read more »
Kenya: FKF Pl Title Run-in - Here is Who Gor and Tusker Face in the Last Three Matches of the Season
After Sunday's barren draw between leaders Tusker FC and record champions Gor Mahia FC at the Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, the fate for the FKF Premier League title remains in… Read more »
Kenya: FKF Premier League Final Lap - Wazito, Mathare in Close Fight to Avoid Relegation
With three matches to go in the FKF Premier League, the fight for survival has grown more intense, with two sides, Wazito FC and Mathare United in a close fight to avoid automatic… Read more »
Kenya: Director of Public Prosecutions Haji Put on the Spot Over Withdrawal of High Profile Cases
Nominee for National Intelligence Service Director General Noordin Haji found himself on the spot during his vetting as he tried to wriggle himself out from controversial decisions… Read more »
Kenya: Director of Public Prosecutions Haji Says He Will Convert Intelligence Gathered Into Evidence If Appointed NIS Boss
The nominee for the National Intelligence Service(NIS) Director General nominee Noordin Haji now intends to boost the criminal justice chain by ensuring that obtained intelligence… Read more »
Kenya: Ex-KAA CEO Appointed ICAO Regional Director Eastern, Southern Africa
Kenya's Lucy Wanjiku Mbugua has been appointed the Regional Director for International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Eastern and Southern African Office. Read more »
Kenya: Boost for SMEs as Pesapal Unveils Real-Time Payments Settlement in Kenya
Digital payment platform Pesapal has introduced a real-time settlement for merchants in Kenya, enabling fast transfer of funds into their accounts. Read more »
Kenya: Housing Fund Will Attract Foreign Investment, Finance Bill Should Be Passed - CBK Governor Nominee Thugge
Nominee for Central Bank of Kenya Governor post Kamau Thugge has defended the proposed Finance Bill 2023 despite vehement opposition from various stakeholders, insisting it will be… Read more »
Kenya: Migori, Isiolo, Kajiodo Ranked Least Budget-Transparent Counties
Migori, Isiolo, Kajiado, and Wajir have been ranked as the least budget-transparent counties in 2022. Read more »
Kenya: Opposition Azimio Withdraws From Bi-Partisan Talks Until Finance Bill is Revoked
Azimio - One Kenya Coalition Parliamentary Group says it will not take part in the bipartisan talks until the contentious Finance Bill is withdrawn. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, India Stage Joint Naval Drill to Foster Interoperability
Kenya Navy Ship (KNS) Jasiri and Indian Navy Ship (INS) Trishul has conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) outside the Port of Mombasa. Read more »
Kenya: KURA Invites Bids for Establishment of Nairobi Intelligent Transport System
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has invited bids for the establishment of the Nairobi Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and junction improvement project, Phase 1. Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Picks Mwenje for Deputy Whip as Kenyatta-Led Jubilee Faction Thins Out
Azimio Parliamentary Group has resolved to have Embakasi West Member of Parliament Mark Mwenje (Jubilee) replace Nominated MP Sabina Chege as the House Minority Deputy Whip. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi's Evolution From Humble Beginnings to Modernity
The evolution of Nairobi, Kenya's capital city that is East Africa's economic powerhouse, from a modest railway depot to a vibrant and dynamic metropolis is a testament to the… Read more »
Kenya: Nearly 5 in 10 Millennials Pay Sh11-50 for Content Per Day
About five in 10 (46 percent) of millennials pay between Sh11 and Sh50, excluding platform fees, to access online content every day. Read more »