Kenya: President Ruto Signs Supplementary Appropriation Bill 2025 Into Law

President William Ruto has signed the Supplementary Appropriation Bill 2025 into law to support reforms in education, the rollout of Universal Health Coverage, security, and… Read more »

Kenya: Raila Discusses Strengthening Kenya-UK Ties With High Commissioner Wigan

Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga on Tuesday held discussions with the United Kingdom High Commissioner to Kenya Neil Wigan. Read more »

Kenya: U.S. Declares Nairobi Unsafe Citing Crime, Kidnappings and Civil Unrest

The United States has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to exercise increased caution while visiting Kenya due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, and the risk of… Read more »

Kenya: Dutch King Willem-Alexander Accorded 21-Gun Salute in Formal Reception At State House, Nairobi

Dutch King Willem-Alexander has been accorded a 21-gun salute during a formal reception at State House in Nairobi ahead of bilateral talks with President William Ruto. Read more »

Kenya: Ruiru 'Prophet' to Remain in Custody After Arraignment On Rape Charges

City preacher Peter Kimondo Baragu, known by his followers at Christ Impact Church in Ruiru "Prophet Peter", has pleaded not guilty to charges of rape and committing an indecent… Read more »

Kenya: Migos Demands Action of Schools Witholding Kcpe and KCSE Certificates

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has directed all schools to release certificates withheld due to unpaid fees, urging county director to ensure compliance. Read more »

Kenya: KPC Starts Eviction of Pipeline Wayleave Encroachers Over Safety Concerns

A multi-agency operation from the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), in partnership with the National Government Administrative Office (NGAO), Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), and… Read more »

Kenya: Cyber Threats in Kenya Surge By 27.2pc in Q2

Kenya has witnessed a sharp rise in cyber threats, with the total number of cyber incidents detected increasing by 27.2 percent to 840.9 million during the second quarter of the… Read more »

Kenya: Widows Empowerment Program Touch Lives in Homa Bay County

In a bid to uplift the lives of the most vulnerable in the society, the 'Tang Chon Ber' widows group based in Kocia Ward, Rangwe Constituency in Homabay County, received essential… Read more »

Kenya: Freedom Café - Martha Karua Lauds Sam Mugumya's Poetry and Calls for Solidarity in the Fight for Social Justice

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF) Kenya successfully hosted a special edition of the Freedom Café this week at its Nairobi offices, marking the launch of… Read more »

Kenya: MOH Warns Private Hospitals Against SHA Boycott, Threatens Closure

The Ministry of Health has warned private hospitals against boycotting the Social Health Authority (SHA) over unpaid National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) claims, threatening… Read more »

Kenya: WASREB to Shut Unregistered Water Kiosks After April 28

The Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB) has ordered all small-scale water service providers to register with the board by April 28. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto to Hold Talks With Dutch King As Kenya-Netherlands Ties Strengthen

President William Ruto is set to hold talks with King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands on Tuesday, as the Dutch monarch and Queen Máxima embark on a four-day state visit… Read more »

Kenya: Dutch King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima Arrive in Kenya for State Visit

The King and Queen of the Netherlands, His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen Máxima, have arrived in Kenya for a four-day state visit. Read more »

Africa: William Kabogo to Headline Africa Ciso Summit

The stage is set for the biggest gathering of cybersecurity professionals in Africa, the second edition of the Africa CISO Summit. Read more »

Kenya: GSK Rebrands to Haleon Kenya After Separation

UK drugmaker GlaxoSmithKline Limited (GSK) has rebranded to Haleon Kenya Limited, effective March 14, 2025. Read more »

Kenya: Google Eyes African SMBs With AI, Marketing, and Business Skills

Google has opened applications for the 2025 edition of its Hustle Academy program, aimed at empowering small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across Kenya, Nigeria, and South… Read more »

Kenya: Vision 2030 Boss Faces Auction After Losing 'Malicious' Suit Against Ex-Wife

 Kenya Vision 2030 Director General Kenneth Mwige is facing loss of key properties after an auctioneer listed charged assets for disposal, months after his failed lawsuit… Read more »

Kenya: Macadamia Nut Farmers Urged to Reject Payments Below Sh100

Macadamia farmers have been urged to reject any payments below the government-mandated minimum price of Sh 100 per kilogram, as stipulated by The Ministry of Agriculture and… Read more »

Kenya: Boda-Boda and Tuktuk Leaders Pick Sonko As Their Parton

Leaders of various Saccos and associations representing over 2.5 million bodaboda and tuk-tuk riders in Kenya have unanimously elected former Nairobi Governor Mike Mbuvi Sonko as… Read more »

Kenya: Emissions From Building Sector Stopped Rising for the First Time Since 2020, UN Finds

A growing number of countries are working to decarbonize buildings, but sluggish progress and financing puts global climate goals at risk. Read more »

Nigeria: KQ Adds Over 10,000 Passengers On Lagos-Nairobi Route

Kenya Airways (KQ) grew passengers flying from Nigeria using the airline by over 10,000 last year compared to a similar period in 2023. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Confers Adesina Top State Commendation for Infrastructure Support

President William Ruto has conferred the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart award upon African Development Bank (AfDB) President Akinwumi Adesina in recognition of his… Read more »

Kenya: Isaac Mutuma Sworn in As Meru Governor Following Kawira's Impeachment

Isaac Mutuma has been sworn in as Meru Governor after the High Court upheld the Senate's decision to impeach Kawira Mwangaza. Read more »

Kenya: Stanchart to Appeal Ex-Workers Retirement Benefits Ruling

Standard Chartered Bank Kenya will appeal a ruling by a Court of Appeal (CoA) that directed it to pay its former employees millions in retirement benefits. Read more »