Kenya: Senator Cheruiyot Blasts Catholic Bishops for 'Baseless' Attack On Ruto Govt

Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot has criticized Kenya's Catholic Bishops for making misleading claims in their Thursday statement condemning the government's performance. Read more »

Kenya: Courts Post 99pc Clearance Rate for Year Ending June 30

The Judiciary has achieved a 99 percent case clearance rate for matters filed during the 2023/2024 fiscal year, which ended on June 30. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Economy Has 'Stabilised' - Presidency

President William Ruto chaired a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi, Thursday where it was briefed on the impressive stabilisation of the macroeconomic situation in the… Read more »

Africa: Breaking the Cycle of Violence to Save Mothers and Children - Why Ending Gender-Based Violence Is Essential for Global Health

Each year, millions of women and children around the world die from preventable causes. Maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) is a shared global priority, yet we often… Read more »

Kenya: Koome Roots for ADR to Foster Timely Resolution of Conflicts

Chief Justice Martha Koome has called on Kenyans to utilize Alternative Dispute Resolution for quick resolution of cases. Read more »

Kenya: CS Duale Praises Whitman for Fostering Kenya-U.S. Ties

Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has praised former United States Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman for fostering Kenya -US Bilateral relations… Read more »

Africa: Africa CDC Endorses First Locally Made Mpox Test From Morocco

Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee has endorsed first ever locally made Monkey Pox (Mpox) test from Morocco in efforts to boost Africa's… Read more »

Kenya: Leader Samman, Jasmeet Renew Rivalry As KNRC Final Showdown Goes to Machakos

The fight for this year's Kenya National Rally Championship (KNRC) goes down to the wire on the weekend of November 29-December 1 with series leader Samman Vohra and defending… Read more »

Kenya: Anglican Church of Kenya Calls for Accountability Amid UK Abuse Scandal

The Anglican Church of Kenya has expressed concern following the revelations of the Church of England's mishandling of abuse allegations against the late John Smyth QC. Read more »

Kenya: Senate Committee Demands Forensic Audit On Kicotec's Sh168mn Expenditure

Senators has called for a forensic audit of the bank statements detailing the expenditure of Sh168 million by the Kitui County Textile Centre (KICOTEC) for the 2019/2020 financial… Read more »

Kenya: Excitement Galore As ARC Guru Nanak Equator Rally Heads to Stoni Athi, Kasarani

Guru Nanak Rally is Kenya National Rally Championship's jewel in the crown and one of the longest running events in the calendar. Read more »

East Africa: Comesa Okays Amsons Group's Acquisition Bid for Bamburi Cement

The COMESA Competition Commission has approved Amsons Group's bid to acquire Bamburi Cement, confirming that the transaction poses no risk to competition in the regional market. Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto to Address Joint Sitting of Parliament On Nov 21

President William Ruto is set to address a joint session of Parliament on November 21, 2024, at 2:30 p.m., where he will outline his administration's accomplishments. Read more »

Kenya: Mountain Runner Kisang' Ready to Conquer Longonot in Bid for First-Ever Win On Home Soil

Kenyan mountain runner Philaries Kisang' is angling for her first-ever win on home soil when she competes at Saturday's Mt Longonot Trail Challenge in Naivasha. Read more »

Kenya: Catholic Bishops Urge Swift Action On Rising Femicide Cases

The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) has urged the government to take immediate and decisive action to address the growing number of women killings in the country. Read more »

Kenya: Notirious KCSE Scammer Arrested in Nakuru As Knec Moves to Curb Cheating

Police have arrested another notorious fraudster involved in the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination malpractices in the Kiamunyi area of Nakuru. Read more »

Kenya: 3.6 Million Children Immunized Against Polio - PS Muthoni

The Ministry of Health says a total of 3.6 million children have been vaccinated of the second polio dose translating to 86 per cent of the expected target amid safety concerns by… Read more »

East Africa: Conflicts, Delayed Financial Remittance Hinder EAC, EALA Progress

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has taken helm of the Bureau of East Africa Community Speaker amidst challenges facing the region bloc which include underfunding and… Read more »

East Africa: PS Omollo Calls for Regional Efforts to Counter Violent Extremism in East Africa

An initiative involving three East African countries aimed at consolidating peace efforts and fighting violent extremism was rolled in Nairobi on Wednesday. Read more »

Africa: Ruto Says Africa's Resources Position It to Lead Global Climate Solutions

President William Ruto says Africa's natural resources and biodiversity place it in a unique position to lead global climate solutions, highlighting the continent's role beyond… Read more »

Kenya: Voters in Gachagua's Mathira Turf Move to Recall MP for Supporting Impeachment

The campaign against Members of the National Assembly from the Mt. Kenya region who voted for the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has taken a new turn. Read more »

Kenya: Duale Says Real Estate Developers Worst Culprits of Nairobi River Pollution, Informal Settlements Contribute Just 1%

Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has issued a stern warning to real estate developers and slaughterhouses, accusing them of being the primary contributors to the pollution… Read more »

Kenya: Prime Suspect in Mombasa Blogger's Assault Charged With Gang Rape

The main suspect, accused of orchestrating the assault on Mombasa blogger Bruce John Khajira (aka Chawa - 001), has been charged with abduction, gang rape and conspiracy to commit… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Outlines New Waste Management Policies for Sustainability

Kenya is taking bold steps towards sustainable waste management, with new measures introduced under the National Sustainable Waste Management Act 2022. Read more »

Kenya: CS Chirchir Defends Adani Against Graft, Tax Evasion Claims

Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has refuted claims of corruption and tax evasion surrounding Adani Limited, stating that a thorough government investigation… Read more »