Kenya: Legacy of a Widow's Strength - Daughter's Fight for Justice

When her father died in 1997, six-year-old Emma Mongute didn't just lose a parent, she watched her mother blamed, shunned, and stripped of everything they owned. It reflected the… Read more »

Kenya: World Record Holders Kipyegon, Chebet Call for Better Facilities

Fresh from smashing the world records, multiple Olympic champions Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet have called on the government to improve the country's training infrastructure,… Read more »

Kenya: Governor Guyo Survives Impeachment As Senate Upholds Preliminary Objection

Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo has survived an impeachment attempt after the Senate voted 31 to 12 in favour of upholding a preliminary objection raised by his legal… Read more »

Kenya: Where's the Compassion, Mr. President? Ruto Silent on Saba Saba Killings

As families mourn 31 killed during Saba Saba protests, the President stays silent on police brutality. Compassion? Nowhere in sight. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Vows to Unleash 'Full Force of the Law on Those Seeking His Exit Pre-Term

President Ruto reaffirmed his commitment to defending the country's democracy and accused unnamed political actors of sowing chaos through sponsored protests and calls for regime… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Says Police to Immobilize Vandals, Take Them to Court

Ruto condemned the escalating destruction of property witnessed during recent anti-government demonstrations and declared a zero-tolerance approach to lawlessness. Read more »

Kenya: Students Torch Police Patrol Base After Teen Shot During Arson Attempt

The unrest began when students staged a demonstration demanding the transfer of their School Principal and the construction of a feeder road, which they said becomes impassable… Read more »

Kenya: Enough is Enough! President Ruto on Police Attacks by 'Coup Plotters'

Even as he touted for economic revival, the head of state asserted that Kenyans’ lives and their property will be a priority. Read more »

Kenya: Court Suspends Manyora's Appointment As KHA Board Chairperson

A Nairobi Court has has suspended the appointment of political analyst and university lecturer Herman Manyora as the Chairperson of the Kenya Hospital Association (KHA) Board,… Read more »

Kenya: Child Deaths Will Rise If Funding for Lifesaving Vaccine Program Falters

The Gates Foundation today announced a commitment of US$1.6 billion over the next five years to support Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance--one of the most effective mechanisms for… Read more »

Kenya: Car & General Sees Revival in Boda Boda Sales After 2024 Slump

Automotive and equipment distributor Car and General has reported a recovery in its boda boda sales following a slump in 2024. Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan Start-Ups Raise Sh17bn in H1

Kenyan startups raised Sh17 billion in the first half (H1) of this year, a new report shows, highlighting the country's attractiveness among international investors. Read more »

Kenya: Medics Defend Medical Neutrality As They Urge Protection of Healthcare Access During Unrest

The Kenya Medical Association (KMA) has called for the urgent development and enforcement of national protocols to ensure uninterrupted healthcare access during civil unrest. Read more »

Kenya: Gor Among Suitors As Midfielder Senaji Weighs Option After Nyasa Exit

Record FKF Premier League champions Gor Mahia are said to be among the suitors interested in former Tusker and AFC Leopards midfielder Clyde Senaji who has terminated his contract… Read more »

Kenya: Blow to Kamanguya As ICT Authority Advertises CEO's Post

ICT Authority is looking to fill the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) office after the sacking of Stanley Kamanguya last week. Read more »

Kenya: Opposing Sides Line Up Legal Heavyweights As Guyo Trial Begins

The impeachment proceedings against Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo kicked off in the Senate on Tuesday, with opposing sides unveiling legal heavyweights for the trial of the embattled… Read more »

Kenya: Former Chief Justice Calls for Ruto's Removal From Office

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has called on Kenyans to initiate a process to hold President William Ruto accountable for what he termed as gross violations of the Constitution. Read more »

Kenya: Traders in Mt Kenya Region Count Losses in the Wake of Saba Saba Looting

Traders in the Mt Kenya region are counting heavy losses following widespread looting and destruction of property worth millions of shillings during the Saba Saba protests on… Read more »

Africa: Startups With Female CEOs Struggle to Raise Funds, Report Reveals

Start-ups in Africa that are led by women continue to face major challenges in raising capital, particularly as they seek later-stage funding, according to new data from Africa:… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Refutes Claims of Fresh Avocado Export Ban

The Government has dismissed claims that it has banned the export of fresh avocados, assuring both local producers and international markets that trade remains uninterrupted. Read more »

Kenya: Why #WeAreAllKikuyus Hashtag Is Top Trending

NAIROBI, Kenya - July 9 - A powerful show of unity is sweeping across social media in Kenya under the trending hashtag #WeAreAllKikuyus, as thousands of Kenyans on X (formerly… Read more »

Kenya: Families in Nairobi Call for Killings to Stop as Anti-Govt Protests Claim 31 Lives

Families of those killed in the ‘Saba Saba’ anti-government protests have demanded an end to the violence, as outrage over police brutality intensifies and calls for… Read more »

Kenya: Koome Denounces Violent Protests As She Urges Rights-Based Policing

Chief Justice Martha Koome has condemned the recent wave of violent protests witnessed across the country, urging renewed commitment to rights-based policing and responsible civic… Read more »

Kenya: Protests Erupt in Ndumberi After 12-Year-Old Girl Killed By Police Bullet Inside Her Home

Fresh anti-police protests have broken out in Ndumberi, Kiambu County, following the tragic killing of 12-year-old girl, who was struck by a stray bullet fired by police during the… Read more »

Kenya: Guyo Contests Legality of His Impeachment in a Preliminary Objection

Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo has urged the Senate to dismiss the impeachment proceedings against him, arguing that the process initiated by the County Assembly was legally invalid,… Read more »