June 12, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Review All Licenses of Those Manufacturing, Selling Second Generation Alcohol
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki says the government will will undertake a fresh review of all the licences of those involved in the manufacturing, sale and distribution… Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua's Ruthless War on Illicit Brews - Even President Ruto and I Don't Take Alcohol
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has vowed a ruthless crackdown on illicit brews and drug abuse which have destroyed thousands of youth. Read more »
Kenya: Local Varsities Charged to Provide More Scholarships to Sports Talents
Tennis Kenya president James Kenani has urged local universities to provide more scholarships to young talents in sports in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Bureau of Statistics to Test Maize From Tanzania Amid Aflatoxin Concerns
The Kenya Bureau of Statistics (KEBs) has stepped up aflatoxin tests on Tanzanian maize amid concerns. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Tells Azimio to Stop Moving Around With Wajackoyah as Marijuana Legalisation Campaign Misplaced
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has hit out at Azimio leaders for allowing George Wajackoyah to accompany them in meetings saying his position on weed is misplaced. Read more »
Kenya: CS Kindiki Says Govt to Increase Funding to NACADA to Aid in Alcohol, Drug Abuse War
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has pledged more funding to the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) to aid in the war against… Read more »
Kenya: Homeboyz's Shummah, Sharks' Otiala Make Final Squad As Firat Names Squad for Mauritius
Kakamega Homeboyz's lanky striker Moses Shummah and Kariobangi Sharks defender Kevin Luke Otiala have made the final squad as Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat named the final… Read more »
Kenya: Ole Sapit Calls for Finance Bill Review to Reduce Taxes on Kenyans
Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Arch Bishop Jackson Ole Sapit has called for the review of Finance Bill 2023 noting that already they have forwarded their views to the parliamentary… Read more »
Kenya: Exhumations in Shakahola Forest Resume Today
Exhumations in the Shakahola forest are set to resume on Monday after a weekend break. Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Pledges to Help Traders in Toi Market Rebuild Following Inferno
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has pledged to help traders in Toi market rebuild their businesses following the inferno that razed structures. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, Djibouti Agree on a Visa Free Regime to Boost Trade
Kenya and Djibouti will push for a visa-free regime to spur trade. Read more »
Kenya: Renegade Air Starts First Nairobi-Homabay Flight Today
Low-cost airline Renegade Air is today launching its first flight serving the Nairobi-Homabay route as the airline seeks to tap into new market areas. Read more »
June 11, 2023
Kenya: Safari Rally Legends Honored in Glittering 70-Year Anniversary Celebrations Ahead of WRC
The departed and living Safari Rally legends have been acknowledged for their distinguished service to the nation following a nostalgic occasion to mark the 70th anniversary… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Beat Botswana to Continue Unbeaten Run at Continent T20 Cricket Cup
Longtime national men's cricket team player Shem Ngoche starred once again as Kenya beat Botswana by eight wickets to maintain their unbeaten run at the Continent T20 Cricket Cup… Read more »
June 10, 2023
Kenya: European Diplomat Stirs Tension in Nairobi Over Monkey Slur Targeting African Envoys
A racial slur attributed to the Romanian Ambassador to Kenya, Dragos Viorel Tigau, is threatening to split diplomatic corps in Nairobi amid mounting accusations of inaction by the… Read more »
Kenya: IG Koome Vows Sanctions on Police Officers Who Take Up NPSC Promotions
Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome has warned police officers against applying for any positions advertised by the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) as the standoff… Read more »
Kenya: TSC Extends Teachers' Recruitment Exercise Amid Low Application
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has extended the recruitment of teachers amid a low number of applicants. Read more »
Kenya: Faith Kipyegon - Kenya's Very Own 'Mummy Rocket'
There's a running contest at Faith Kipyegon's house. It is not her strutting down the track hunting for a world record time a gold medal, or a Diamond League win, but it is up… Read more »
Kenya: Stars Skipper Olunga Tight-Lipped on His Future As Big Clubs Circle Around His Head
Harambee Stars skipper Michael Olunga is right-lipped over his next move even as big clubs continue circling around his head with his contract at Qatari champions Al Duhail lapsing… Read more »
Africa: Joseph Ng'ang'a Named CEO of Inaugural Africa Climate Summit
President William Ruto has appointed Joseph Ng'ang'a as the Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Climate Summit set to take place in Nairobi. Read more »
June 11, 2023
Kenya: Why U.S-Based Tennis Star Alicia Owegi Is Excited to Play Billie Jean Cup on Home Soil
Kenya's tennis superstar Alicia Owegi admits it is going to be an emotional moment to have her family courtside as she competes at the Billie Jean King Cup, which serves off this… Read more »
June 10, 2023
Africa: President Ruto Appoints Africa Climate Summit Boss
President William Ruto has today appointed Joseph Ng'ang'a as the Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) that will be held in September in Nairobi. Read more »
June 11, 2023
Kenya: Kindiki Cautions 'Undemocratic' Politicians Against Demos Over Tax Law
The government has warned that it will not tolerate protests and destruction of property over the Finance Bill 2023 which the opposition has vehemently opposed. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Offers Djibouti Students 300 University Slots at Non-Foreign Rates
President William Ruto on Sunday said Kenya will unveil 300 slots in its universities for Djibouti students at fees applicable to Kenyan students. Read more »
Kenya: Transfer of Leather Tanning Equipment From Kisumu to Narok Opposed
Efforts are underway to save the transfer of leather tanning equipment from Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (KIRDI) Kisumu to Ewaso Ng'iro South Development… Read more »