February 02
Kenya: At Least 2 Dead in Midnight Explosion in Embakasi, Nairobi
At least two people died and several were injured in Thursday night's explosion in Embakasi near the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Read more »
February 01
Kenya: History Makers 3x3 Basketball Team Headline 2023 Soya Sports Team Women Nominees
The national basketball 3X3 squad has made the cut to the top five nominees of the 2023 Sports Personality of Year Awards (SOYA) Sports Team Women category, ahead of the 20th… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya and South Africa Strengthen Trade Ties Under AfCFTA Framework
Kenya and South Africa on Thursday intensified their efforts to strengthen the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) framework. Read more »
Kenya: Police Launch Investigation Into Disappearance of 8 Remandees in Kisumu
Police in Kisumu have launched an investigation into the mysterious disappearance of 8 remandees from the Koru police station. Read more »
Kenya: Court to Rule on Extradition Case on Kenyan Fugitive Wanted in U.S. for Killing Girlfriend
The High Court was on Thursday set to give directions in response to the Director of Public Prosecution's (DPP) application regarding the extradition case of a Kenyan fugitive… Read more »
Kenya: Eyebrows Raised as Ruto Pushes for Haiti Police Deployment Despite Court Order
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has raised eyebrows on the adamant quest by the Executive to deploy police officers to Haiti despite a court order suspending the mission. Read more »
Kenya: Lesser Gym Work, Shedding Weight, Nutrition - Coach Kim Explains Omanyala Changes
Renowned sprints coach Geoffrey Kimani has explained the different slight changes he has made to African record holder Ferdinand Omanyala's training regime and general lifestyle as… Read more »
January 31
Kenya: 30 Arrested in Counterfeit Seeds Crackdown
At least 30 individuals have been arrested in the last one month in connection with sale of counterfeit seeds, Agriculture Principal Secretary Paul Ronoh has revealed. Read more »
Kenya: Corporate Sector Lauded for Aiding Growth of Golf Clubs in Kenya
The corporate sector in Kenya have been exalted for their consistent support to golf clubs around the country through regular tournaments to generate revenue. Read more »
Kenya: 1,537 Firms Submit Sh145.5bn Pending Bill Request to the State
A total of 1,537 companies have submitted unpaid pending bill requests to the state worth Sh145.5 billion as of January 30, 2024. Read more »
Kenya: New Golf Tournament Termed a Game Changer for Persons With Disabilities in Kenya
The Kenya Open Golf Limited have announced a special tournament for persons with disabilities to be held as a curtain raiser for this year's edition of the Magical Kenya Open. Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Begin Crackdown on Unregistered Airbnbs
The government has announced plans for a crackdown on unregistered short-term accommodation facilities, including Airbnbs, in response to the surge in femicide across the country. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Pending Bills Hit Sh145.5 Billion in January
Unpaid government Pending bills stood at Sh145.5 billion as of January 30, 2024, amid difficulties by the state to clear arrears owed to private and government businesses. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan, Ethiopian Cut Flowers to Face More Scrutiny in EU
Cut rose flowers from Kenya and Ethiopia face more scrutiny in order to access the European Union (EU) market. Read more »
Kenya: National Assembly Escalates Housing Levy Battle to the Supreme Court
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has filed a Notice of Appeal at the Supreme Court challenging Appeal Court decision that declined to extend order allowing Housing Levy… Read more »
Kenya: KRA in Deal With Accountants to Develop New Taxes
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will work with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) to promote professionalism in handling tax matters, streamlining tax… Read more »
Kenya: Brookside, Uniliver, BAT Among 29 Companies Listed for Polluting Nairobi River
Brookside Dairy Limited, Uniliver Kenya Limited and British American Tobacco (BAT) Kenya among 29 companies listed by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) for… Read more »
Kenya: Shujaa, Junior Stars to Battle for Men's Sports Team Award at 2023 SOYA
The national Sevens Team Shujaa is among the top five nominees shortlisted for the 2023 Sports Personality of the Year Awards (SOYA) Sports Team Men ahead of the annual back-tie… Read more »
February 01
Kenya: Junior Starlets Ready to Challenge for First Ever U17 World Cup Slot
National Under-17 girls team, the Junior Starlets, have vowed to give their best in the chase for a first ever World Cup qualification as they prepare to take on DR Congo in the… Read more »
January 30
Kenya: Massive Fire Razes Kiosks at Jua Kali Area on Landhies Road
A massive fire broke out on Tuesday night, destroying a large section of Jua Kali market situated along Landhies Road in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Courts European Investors in Italy
President William Ruto has urged European investors to explore investment opportunities in Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Man Wanted in the U.S. for Killing Girlfriend Arrested in Nairobi
A Kenyan fugitive wanted by the authorities in the United States in connection with the killing of his girlfriend has been arrested. Read more »
January 29
Kenya: Homabay Celebrates Second Lady Winner As Irene Auko Maina Scoops 1 Million Bob in SportPesa Midweek Jackpot
Homabay County witnessed another historic moment as Irene Auko Maina, a 36-year-old mother of two from Kadongo, clinched the SportPesa Midweek Jackpot Bonus, bagging Ksh1,101,920. Read more »
January 30
Kenya: CJ Koome Says SGBV, Children's Courts Opened Across the Country to Deal With Femicide Cases
Chief Justice Martha Koome says Trauma Informed Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and Children's Courts have been rolled out across the country due to the surge in Femicide… Read more »
Kenya: CJ Koome Says All Courts to Be Fully Automated By March 11
Chief Justice Martha Koome says all courts in Kenya will be automated by March 11 this year. Read more »