May 30, 2023
Kenya: City Hall Services Resume as Staff Sign CBA Agreement With Nairobi County Government
City Hall is back in full operation after an agreement was reached between the staff and the Nairobi County Government. Read more »
Kenya: British American Tobacco Steps Up Sustainable Agriculture With Own Farmers
Cigarette manufacturer British American Tobacco has rolled out an avocado planting programme to ensure food and financial security for its farmers across the country. Read more »
Kenya: FKF Pl Title Run-in - Here is Who Gor and Tusker Face in the Last Three Matches of the Season
After Sunday's barren draw between leaders Tusker FC and record champions Gor Mahia FC at the Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, the fate for the FKF Premier League title remains in… Read more »
Kenya: FKF Premier League Final Lap - Wazito, Mathare in Close Fight to Avoid Relegation
With three matches to go in the FKF Premier League, the fight for survival has grown more intense, with two sides, Wazito FC and Mathare United in a close fight to avoid automatic… Read more »
Kenya: Director of Public Prosecutions Haji Put on the Spot Over Withdrawal of High Profile Cases
Nominee for National Intelligence Service Director General Noordin Haji found himself on the spot during his vetting as he tried to wriggle himself out from controversial decisions… Read more »
Kenya: Director of Public Prosecutions Haji Says He Will Convert Intelligence Gathered Into Evidence If Appointed NIS Boss
The nominee for the National Intelligence Service(NIS) Director General nominee Noordin Haji now intends to boost the criminal justice chain by ensuring that obtained intelligence… Read more »
Kenya: Ex-KAA CEO Appointed ICAO Regional Director Eastern, Southern Africa
Kenya's Lucy Wanjiku Mbugua has been appointed the Regional Director for International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) Eastern and Southern African Office. Read more »
Kenya: Boost for SMEs as Pesapal Unveils Real-Time Payments Settlement in Kenya
Digital payment platform Pesapal has introduced a real-time settlement for merchants in Kenya, enabling fast transfer of funds into their accounts. Read more »
Kenya: Housing Fund Will Attract Foreign Investment, Finance Bill Should Be Passed - CBK Governor Nominee Thugge
Nominee for Central Bank of Kenya Governor post Kamau Thugge has defended the proposed Finance Bill 2023 despite vehement opposition from various stakeholders, insisting it will be… Read more »
Kenya: Migori, Isiolo, Kajiodo Ranked Least Budget-Transparent Counties
Migori, Isiolo, Kajiado, and Wajir have been ranked as the least budget-transparent counties in 2022. Read more »
Kenya: Opposition Azimio Withdraws From Bi-Partisan Talks Until Finance Bill is Revoked
Azimio - One Kenya Coalition Parliamentary Group says it will not take part in the bipartisan talks until the contentious Finance Bill is withdrawn. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, India Stage Joint Naval Drill to Foster Interoperability
Kenya Navy Ship (KNS) Jasiri and Indian Navy Ship (INS) Trishul has conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) outside the Port of Mombasa. Read more »
Kenya: KURA Invites Bids for Establishment of Nairobi Intelligent Transport System
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has invited bids for the establishment of the Nairobi Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and junction improvement project, Phase 1. Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Picks Mwenje for Deputy Whip as Kenyatta-Led Jubilee Faction Thins Out
Azimio Parliamentary Group has resolved to have Embakasi West Member of Parliament Mark Mwenje (Jubilee) replace Nominated MP Sabina Chege as the House Minority Deputy Whip. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi's Evolution From Humble Beginnings to Modernity
The evolution of Nairobi, Kenya's capital city that is East Africa's economic powerhouse, from a modest railway depot to a vibrant and dynamic metropolis is a testament to the… Read more »
Kenya: Nearly 5 in 10 Millennials Pay Sh11-50 for Content Per Day
About five in 10 (46 percent) of millennials pay between Sh11 and Sh50, excluding platform fees, to access online content every day. Read more »
Kenya: State House to Auction Unserviceable Vehicles, Lawn Mowers, Tyres, Batteries
State House is looking for buyers of motor vehicles, tyres, batteries, lawn mowers, and assorted scrap metals. Read more »
Kenya: Jalang'o, Churchill, Eric Omondi Most Popular Influencers Among Millennials, Gen Zs
Phelix Odiwuor, alias Jalang'o, the current Langata Member of Parliament is the most popular influencer among millennials and Gen Zs. Read more »
Kenya: DPP Approves Only One File Forwarded By EACC for Prosecution
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved only one file out of the 23 that the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) had submitted for prosecutions. Read more »
Kenya: Proposed Levy on Digital Content Creators Will Affect Govt Policy on Job Creation - Media Owners Association
The proposal to introduce a 15 percent withholding tax on digital content monetization has received criticism from media stakeholders who want it deleted or lowered to avoid… Read more »
Kenya: Odinga to Chair Azimio PG Meeting to Reach Consensus on Finance Bill, Bi-Partisan Talks
Opposition Leader Raila Odinga will Tuesday chair the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Parliamentary group meeting which is set to give the lawmakers direction on a raft of… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Hosts Round Table Meeting on Climate Change
The Nairobi County Government hosted partners to a round table to discuss Climate Change stakeholders mapping. Read more »
Kenya: City Stars Assured of Safety After Come-From-Behind AFC Leopards Win
Nairobi City Stars assured themselves of safety from relegation in the FKF Premier League after coming from a goal down to beat AFC Leopards 2-1 at the Nyayo National Stadium on… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi Expressway Seeks Views on Proposed Haile-Selassie Exit Expansion
The Nairobi Expressway is seeking public views on the construction of the new Haile-Selassie Exit consisting of five lanes. Read more »
May 29, 2023
Kenya: Small Scale Tea Growers Forced to Adapt to New Ways of Mitigating Climate Crisis
When taking a sip of tea, remember this is a beverage grounded in the rift valley, Central western and South Nyanza parts of Kenya which is consumed locally and internationally. Read more »