May 26, 2023
Kenya: Court Freezes Sh537 Million Wealth of City Hall Procurement Official Earning Sh21,000
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has obtained orders from the High Court to freeze Sh537 million unexplained wealth belonging to an employee of the Nairobi City… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways Flies First Clean Long-Haul Flight Between Nairobi and Amsterdam
Kenya Airways (KQ) became the first African airline to fly a sustainable, friendly commercial long-haul flight from Nairobi to Europe yesterday. Read more »
Kenya: IG Koome Meets Retired Police Officers Keen On Medical Cover
Retired police officers are mulling establishing a medical cover to ease challenges many officers face after retirement. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Warns KRA Against Corruption As He Files Tax Returns
President William Ruto has warned staff at the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) against engaging in corruption. Read more »
Kenya: 4 Shot Dead in Daring Attack on Police Station in Migori
At least four people were shot dead during a daring raid on a police station in Migori. Read more »
May 25, 2023
Kenya: Govt Destroys Over 15,000 Litres of Illicit Brew
Over 15,000 litres of illicit brew destroyed in Chamanek forest, Nyahururu Read more »
Kenya: High Court Orders Forfeiture of U.S.$737,000 to Student By Belgian Boyfriend
The High Court has ruled that Sh 102 million gifted to a Kenyan college student by her Belgian boyfriend are proceeds of crime. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Dismisses Reuters Report on Chinese Hackers, Terms It Sponsored Propaganda
The Kenyan government has dismissed a news report by Reuters that Chinese hackers had attacked State House and other government ministries and departments. Read more »
Kenya: How Mackenzie Feasted Like a King as Shakahola Followers Starved to Death
Shocking details have emerged on how Shakaola cult pastor Paul Mackenzie feasted like a king as his followers starved to death. Read more »
Kenya: Jemutai 'Flirts' With Steeplechase After Blissful First Date at KDF Championships
The 2021 World Under 20 1500m bronze medalist Winny Jemutai admits she is tempted to transition to the 3000m steeplechase after competing in the water-and-barrier race for the… Read more »
Kenya: We Must Make the Learning Environment Conducive for Better Results - President Ruto
The Government will intensify funding in schools to upgrade their infrastructure and human resource. Read more »
Kenya: Digital Lenders Reject 20% Excise Duty Proposal on Loan Interests
Digital lenders have rejected a proposal requiring them to remit a 20 percent excise duty on loan interest. Read more »
Kenya: Scrap Metal Council Threaten to Revoke Licenses of Dealers Involved in Theft, Vandalism
The Scrap Metal Council (SMC) has threatened to revoke licenses of dealers involved in cases of theft and vandalism targeting critical public and private sectors infrastructure in… Read more »
Kenya: Legendary Rally Champion Ian Duncan Set for Rhino Charge in June
Multiple Kenya National Rally champion Ian Duncan is among drivers who have been slated for this year's Rhino Charge, set for June 3 in Laikipia County. Read more »
Kenya: Cult Leader Was Rearing Bees, Planting Food Crops as Followers Starved to Death
Controversial televangelist Paul Mackenzie, of the Good News International Church was engaged in activities that contradict his own teachings on food deprivation. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Kwanza Says Azimio's Move to Suspend Bi-Partisan Talks Premature
The Kenya Kwanza Bipartisan team has accused their counterparts in Azimio La Umoja One Kenya coalition of erecting roadblocks to impede the ongoing talks between the two opposing… Read more »
Kenya: Burger Consumption Rises 173%, New Report Reveals
Orders for burgers increased by 173 percent in Kenya last year, a new report has revealed, highlighting the growing demand for western food in the country. Read more »
Kenya: We Will Enhance Training on Emerging Threats, President Ruto Says
The National Defence College (NDC) will be equipped to train more decision-makers in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Appellate Court Dismisses Govt Suit Seeking to Allow Importation of GMO Foods
A three judge bench has dismissed an application by government seeking to allow Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) foods into the country. Read more »
Kenya: Maize Flour Prices to Rise on 10% Tax on Kraft Liner, Manufacturers Warn
Kenyans are set for more pain as the prices of maize flour are expected to rise when the government plans to introduce a 10 percent tax on kraft paper. Read more »
Kenya: Sifuna, Ole Kina Main Obstacles in Bi-Partisan Talks, Khalwale Says
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has alleged that Edwin Sifuna and Ledama Olekina are the main obstacles to the bipartisan negotiations. Read more »
Kenya: Isuzu Officially Unveils D-Max After Marathoner Eliud Kipchoge
Local vehicle assembler Isuzu East Africa has officially launched the limited edition Dmax that is named after marathoner Eliud Kipchoge. Read more »
Kenya: 'I Am Still a Student of the Game,' Marathon Goat Kipchoge Says As He Vows Strong Comeback After Boston Loss
World marathon record holder Eliud Kipchoge says last month's poor showing at the Boston Marathon jolted him into the reality that he needs to work harder if he is to attain the… Read more »
Kenya: Be Partners in Locally-Led Interventions Not Just Financiers, Donors Told
Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) Founder and CEO Dr. Kennedy Odede has called on international aid organisations to shift their mindset from being just donors to being… Read more »
Kenya: Shakahole Death Toll at Over 240 as Another Person Dies of Starvation
The death toll from the Shakahola Forest starvation cult linked to controversial televangelist Paul Mackenzie currently stands at 241, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki… Read more »