December 10, 2023
Kenya: NHIF Says All Payments to Be Made Through Govt Paybill Number 222222
The National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) has announced that all Kenyans and employers will now be required to make their payments through the official government Paybill number… Read more »
December 11, 2023
East Africa: Over 300 Kenyan MSMEs Showcase Products at EAC Trade Fair
Over 300 MSMEs from all 47 counties are representing Kenya during the ongoing 23rd Edition of the East African Community (EAC) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Trade… Read more »
December 10, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Power's 4 Minority Shareholders Elected
Four minority shareholders have been elected to sit on the Kenya Board of Directors. Read more »
Kenya: Atwoli Calls for Sacking of CS Ndung'u Over Remarks on Govt 'Brokenness'
The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has urged President William Ruto to sack Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung'u over his… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Spokesman Mwaura Urges Kenyans to Avoid Night Travels, Unnecessary Trips Due to Heavy Rains
Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura has urged Kenyans to avoid night travels and unnecessary trips due to the challenges posed by heavy rains which have rendered some roads… Read more »
Kenya: Raila Odinga Calls for Reduction of Fuel Prices By U.S.$0,33
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya leader Raila Odinga has called for the reduction of fuel prices by between Sh45 and Sh50 saying that global oil prices have reduced. Read more »
Kenya: Army Says Troops to Continue Exiting DR Congo in an Orderly Manner
The Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) says it will continues withdrawing troops from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in an orderly manner. Read more »
Kenya: Ichung'wah Dismisses Odinga Call for Fuel Prices to Be Reduced By Sh50
National Assembly Majority leader Kimani Ichung'wah has dismissed calls by Azimio La Umoja One Kenya leader Raila Odinga for the government to reduce fuel costs by Sh50. Read more »
Kenya: Economy Was in ICU but It's Now Alive Thanks to Us - Gachagua
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has defended the government's endeavors to revive the economy in the face of concerns about its perceived shortcomings. Read more »
Kenya: Wanyonyi, Nyoro, Didmus Barasa, and Babu Owino Top Impactful MPs - Survey
Westlands Member of Parliament Tim Wanyonyi and his Kiharu constituency counterpart Ndindi Nyoro are the top most impactful lawmakers of 2023 according to a recent survey. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Defends Decision to Seek Jobs Abroad
President William Ruto has defended his decision to seek employment opportunities for the youth abroad saying this will reduce unemployment. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyatta Airport Experiences Blackout After Generators Fail Once Again
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has once again experienced another blackout after generators failed to immediately pick up during the Nationwide power outage. Read more »
Kenya: CS Murkomen Makes Formal Request to NPS to Investigate Possible Sabotage in JKIA Blackout
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has made a formal request to the National Police Service (NPS) to investigate possible sabotage and coverups due to the frequent… Read more »
December 08, 2023
Kenya: 12 EdTech Startups Land Sh183 Million Boost to Improve Learning Outcomes in Ihub, Mastercard Foundation Deal
Nairobi-based business incubator, iHub Kenya, has entered into a deal with Mastercard Foundation, a private Canada-based charity, to help startups grow and expand their offering in… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Assures MPs NG-CDF Funds to Be Released Before January
President William Ruto has assured Members of parliament that NG-CDF funds will be released before the schools reopen in January. Read more »
Kenya: Ex-Govt Officials Among Those Vying for 4 Minority Shareholder Board Seats at KPLC
Former top government officials are among those vying for four slots reserved for minority shareholders on Kenya Power's Board of Directors. Read more »
Kenya: Meta Introduces New Safety Tools for Kenyan Families
Meta yesterday unveiled a Family Centre with Supervision Tools and Education Hub in Kenya to support safer and more positive experiences for families. Read more »
Kenya: We Are Revamping NYS to Be an Incubator for Drivers of the Plan, President Ruto Says
The government is re-engineering the National Youth Service to enhance its capacity and productivity. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans to Have Access to All National Parks During Jamhuri Day, CS Mutua Says
The government has announced free entry for all Kenyan citizens to all national parks and museums on Jamhuri Day, next week Tuesday. Read more »
Kenya: CS Kuria Says First Batch of 40 NYS Recruits Deployed to the UK
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria says the the first batch of 40 National Youth Service personnel have already been deployed by the government to the United Kingdom. Read more »
Kenya: 80% of KWS, KFS, KDF Recruitments to Go to NYS, President Ruto Says
President William Ruto says eighty percent of security recruitments will now go to the National Youth Service in subsequent selections. Read more »
Kenya: State Eyeing Tax Breaks to Boost Kenya's Tea Value
The government is currently implementing incentives in the tea subsector to support value added projects meant to maximize Kenyan tea's potential on international markets. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Made Fashion Brand Studio Fit, Unveils Flagship Store at GTC
In a dazzling celebration of style and sophistication, Studio Fit, the iconic Kenyan fashion brand, recently marked a milestone with the grand launch of its latest store at the… Read more »
Kenya: Charles Muasya Appointed National Irrigation Authority CEO
The National Irrigation Authority (NIA) has confirmed the appointment of Charles Muasya as its new CEO. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Announces Progressive Expansion of NYS Recruitment to 100,000
President William Ruto has announced a progressive expansion of National Youth Service trainee (NYS) recruitment to 100,000 annually in the next five years beginning next year. Read more »