January 30
Kenya: KMPDU Issues Strike Threat Should Govt Not Restore Comprehensive Health Cover
The Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentist Union (KMPDU) has given the government a one-month ultimatum to restore their comprehensive health cover failure to which… Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Tells Foreign Nations to Keep Off Kenya's Affairs
The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya coalition has told foreign nations to keep off Kenya's affairs. Read more »
Kenya: Mombasa Poultry Farmers Decry Proposed Levies on Chicken Products
Poultry farmers have raised opposition to a proposal by Mombasa County to impose new levies on chicken products, arguing it will impact their business. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Urged to Include Universities in Housing Agenda Implementation
The government was on Tuesday urged to collaborate with universities and other tertiary institutions in constructing hostels to address their demands owing to the huge population… Read more »
Kenya: Jambojet Ranked 2nd in Africa for Youthful Fleet
Budget airline Jambojet has been ranked second on the African continent for having a youthful fleet for the third year running by aviation data and news outlet, ch-aviation. Read more »
Kenya: U.S. Donates Sh220 Million of Advanced Protective Equipment to KDF
The US Africa Command (AFRICOM) on Tuesday handed over a Sh220 million donation of state-of-the-art personal protective equipment to the Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF) at Kahawa… Read more »
Kenya: 94 Women Killed Between 2021 and 2024 the DCI Says
A total of 94 cases of killings of women and girls were reported between 2021 and 2024, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) boss Mohamed Amin has revealed. Read more »
Kenya: DPP Withdraws Charges Against Co-Accused in Kakamega Deputy Governor Savula's Case
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Renson Igonga, has withdrawn criminal charges against 11 individuals who were co-accused alongside Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula. Read more »
Kenya: Ex-National Assembly Majority Leader Kimunya Mourns Wife's Passing
Former National Assembly Majority Leader Amos Kimunya is in mourning following the loss of his wife. Read more »
Kenya: Private Sector to Offer Graduates Internships in a Deal With State
Kenyan graduates are set to get internships in the private sector through a new pact between the government and the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA). Read more »
Kenya: Police Teargas Youths Protesting Court Decision Halting Affordable Housing Projects
Police on Tuesday teargassed a group of youthful demonstrators who were protesting outside the Milimani Law Courts in Nairobi against orders suspending the Affordable Housing… Read more »
January 29
Kenya: DP Gachagua to Chair Intergovernmental Budget Committee
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua will on Monday chair an Intergovernmental Budget Economic Council (IBEC) summit. Read more »
January 30
Kenya: State Names 25 Receiver Managers to Oversee Debt Recoveries
The government has named 25 new receiver managers who will manage bankrupt firms. Read more »
Kenya: SGR Train Extension to Kisumu to Improve Lake Transport
Kisumu Governor Anyang' Nyong'o has projected a robust lake transport following the government's intention to extend the Standard Gauge Railways (SGR) from Nakuru to Kisumu. Read more »
Kenya: Housing Levy Out First Thing as President in 2027 - Kalonzo
Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has declared he will revoke the Housing Levy if elected as President in the 2027 General Election. Read more »
January 31
Kenya: Kisumu Traders Paralyse Transport in Demonstrations Over Relocation Plans
Kisumu City Manager Abala Wanga has remain steadfast in the wake of protests by Kisumu traders who vowed to topple him out of office. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Seeks Public Views on Enhanced Airbnb Regulations
The government is actively seeking public input to refine regulations governing short-stay facilities, Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has revealed. Read more »
Kenya: DCI Recover Rifle Believed to Have Been Stolen From Ugandan Cop
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) ballistics experts are analyzing a firearm that was recovered by police in Kisumu, days after a Ugandan police officer was… Read more »
Kenya: EACC Arrests Tana River Administrator Who Allegedly Sold Relief Food Intended for Needy Residents
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) detectives have apprehended a Tana River administrator in connection with selling relief food meant for residents. Read more »
Kenya: Construction Workers Pitch Tent at Milimani Courts on Day 2 of Protest Contesting Affordable Housing Levy Suspension
For the second consecutive day, a group of construction workers taking part in affordable housing projects have set up camp outside the Milimani Law Courts to voice their… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Red Cross Says 4 People Critically Injured in Nairobi Fire
Four people were critically injured following the fire outbreak in Nairobi's Juakali area on Tuesday, the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) has said. Read more »
January 30
Kenya: Kenyan Golfers Express Confidence Ahead of Magical Kenya Ladies Open
As the anticipation builds for the fourth edition of the Magical Kenya Ladies Open (MKLO), Kenyan golfers have expressed confidence to deliver an impressive performance at the… Read more »
January 31
Kenya: Athlete Ferdinand Omanyala Takes 'Tough' Lessons From 2023
African record holder Ferdinand Omanyala says he comes into the 2024 season with a different mentality, saying he has shifted his focus completely from big targets and lofty… Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Visits Families Affected By Heavy Rains, Windstorms in Kinangop
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday evening visited families affected by heavy rains and windstorms Kinangop constituency in Nyandarua county, which caused massive… Read more »
January 29
Kenya: Bayer Named 2024 Employer of Choice in Kenya, South Africa
German pharmaceutical firm Bayer East Africa has been named 2024 Top Employer in both Kenya and South Africa for demonstrating exceptional Human Resource practices. Read more »