November 25, 2023
Kenya: SHOFCO-Run Low-Cost Schools in Kibra, Mathare Post Stellar Performance in KCPE
Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) schools in Kibera and Mathare slums posted outstanding performances of 100 percent pass mark in the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Primary… Read more »
Kenya: Spike in Hydro-Power Production Capacity to Cut Electricity Costs - Chirchir
The Ministry of Energy Saturday announced an expected rise in hydroelectric output as a result of improved water inflows at the Seven Forks Dams, which will lead to reduction of… Read more »
Kenya: Floods Cut Off Kilifi's Mbogolo Bridge, Kenha Diverts Traffic to Mavueni Route
Floods arising from ongoing heavy rains have cut off the Mbogolo Bridge along Mtwapa-Kilifi (A7) Road affecting traffic to and from the coastal city of Mombasa. Read more »
Kenya: Kamburu Dam Overflow Imminent, Chirchir Urges Locals Downstream to Move to Higher Grounds
Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Petroleum Davis Chirchir has warned of the imminent overflow of 1,006.5-metre deep Kamburu dam in Machakos County. Read more »
November 24, 2023
East Africa: EAC Summit Admits Somalia as the Bloc's 8th Member, Kiir to Oversee Accession
The East African Community (EAC) Heads of State Summit has endorsed the admission of Somalia into the bloc paving the way for its inclusion as the eighth Member State. Read more »
November 26, 2023
Kenya: Gor Beat Muhoroni to Close in on Posta as Homeboyz Shoot Down Ulinzi at the Death
Gor Mahia moved to within a point of league leaders Posta Rangers after edging out Muhoroni Youth 2-0 at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homabay while at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in… Read more »
Kenya: 'It Will Kill Tourism' - Shaken Tourists Say After Pinewood Beach Resort Attack
"I have never seen anything like that," those were the words of a tourist from the United Kingdom, after he was caught up in the attack staged by armed goons at the Pinewood Beach… Read more »
Kenya: KeNHA Urges Caution on Madongo-Garissa Road After Floods Cut Off Section Near Mororo
The Kenya National Highway Authority has advised caution on Madongo-Garissa road after floods cut off a section of the transport corridor following "a major washout". Read more »
Kenya: Why Kenyan Athlete Refused B Sample Analysis After Positive Test for Doping
Kenyan athlete, Esther Birundu Borura, who was on Thursday slapped with a three-year ban for doping, turned down the opportunity for a second analysis of her urine sample because… Read more »
Kenya: Police Rule Out KDF Involvement in Murder of Alleged Trespassers
Police have ruled out the involvement of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) in the killing of alleged trespassers at Moi Barracks in Eldoret. Read more »
Kenya: Counties Must Complement National Govt Response to Floods - Raymong Omollo
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has challenged county governments to complement interventions being taken by the national government to mitigate the effects of El Nino… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Welcomes NADCO's 'Practical' Proposals on Budget Cuts
President William Ruto has welcomed budget cuts recommendations by the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) terming them as "practical." Read more »
Kenya: Consumer Federation Urges Reopening of Sugar Milling Firms
The Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) is calling on the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) to reopen closed sugar factories amid the maturity of farmers canes. Read more »
Kenya: KeNHA Reopens Kilifi's Mbogolo Bridge After Restoration Works
The Kenya National Highway Authority (KENHA) has announced the reopening of Kilifi's Mbogolo Bridge following restoration works Saturday night. Read more »
Kenya: Bomas Team Backs Creation of Leader of Opposition, Prime Minister Offices
The National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) led by Kalonzo Musyoka and Kimani Ichung'wah has proposed the establishment of the offices of the Prime Minister and the Official Leader of… Read more »
Kenya: National Dialogue Committee Proposes 50% Cut on Travel Budget, Sh5 Slash on Pump Prices
The National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) has proposed a 50 per cent budget cuts on travel expenditure as part of the measures to reduce the ballooning cost of living among Kenyans. Read more »
Kenya: Panic as Guests, Staff Attacked at Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa
Fear has gripped staff at Pinewood Beach Resort and Spa in Diani, Kwale County, after several of their colleagues sustained injuries after an attack by armed goons. Read more »
November 25, 2023
Kenya: Women MPs Push for Inclusion of Two-Thirds Gender Principal in National Dialogue Committee Report
Women MPs under the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) have urged National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) to take cognizance of the entrenchment of the two-thirds gender… Read more »
November 26, 2023
Kenya: Norwegian Legend Fagerli, Polish Superstar Mnich Win World Freestyle Football Championship in Nairobi
In the first-ever World Freestyle Football Championship to be held in the African continent, the most successful freestyler of all time did not disappoint. Read more »
Kenya: Bomas Dialogue Backs Extension of Presidential Petition Timelines to 21 Days
The National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) has endorsed the extension of presidential election petition timelines within which the Supreme Court considers and rules on contested… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Urged to Scale Up Efforts to Fight GBV in Slums
The government has been challenged to come up with strategies that will help to minimize cases of gender-based violence in slum areas where women are heavily affected by the vice. Read more »
November 25, 2023
Kenya: Ruto Chairs Emergency Meeting On El Nino Crisis, Says Response Plan in Place
President William Ruto has assured Kenyans that the Government has taken concrete measures, both short and long term, to address the effects of the ongoing El-Nino rains. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Pledges Renewed Efforts to Arrest Surge in HIV Infections Among the Youth
The government has expressed its commitment to combating HIV pandemic amid concerns over a surge in new cases among the youth in some counties. Read more »
Kenya: FKE Says 70,000 Formal Jobs Lost Since October 2022
Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) says 70,000 employees in the formal private sector have lost their jobs since October 2022. Read more »
East Africa: Kenya, Uganda Hailed for Availing Additional Funding to Aid Crafting of EAC Confederation
The East African Community (EAC) Heads of State have commended Kenya and Uganda for providing extra budgetary support to aid consultations on EAC the proposed political… Read more »