Africa: Why 2026 Marks a Turning Point for Africa's Clean Energy Transition

As 2025 draws to a close, Africa's solar story is entering a new and decisive chapter. What was once seen as slow and incremental progress has begun to transform into something far… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Space Agency Seeks Transaction Advisor for Proposed Commercial Spaceport Project

Kenya took a step toward Space Launch Capability after the National Treasury invited bids for transaction advisory services to support the development of a commercial spaceport in… Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Crowned Luo Elder During Tour of Migori

President William Ruto was crowned a Luo elder during his tour of Migori Read more »

Kenya: Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim Dies After Long Illness

Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim is dead. Read more »

Kenya: ODM-Kenya Kwanza Alliance Key to Forming Next Government, Says Ruto

President William Ruto has urged the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to focus on building a strong party ahead of the 2027 elections. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Navy Marks 61st Anniversary With Family-Centered Celebrations in Mombasa

NAIROBI, Kenya -- The Kenya Navy marked its 61st anniversary with a colourful ceremony at Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro Stadium inside the Kenya Navy Base, Mtongwe, in Mombasa County,… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Travel Costs Hit Sh4.97 Billion in Three Months Despite Austerity Pledge

The national government spent nearly Sh5 billion on travel in just the first three months of the 2025/26 financial year, raising fresh questions about adherence to austerity… Read more »

Kenya: The Aga Khan University Hospital Achieves Fifth Successive International Quality Accreditation

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH, N) has been accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI), marking its fifth successive accreditation and reaffirming its… Read more »

Kenya: Seven Kenyans Arrested in Jo'burg Over Illegal Work On 'Refugee' Applications

South Africa's Department of Home Affairs has arrested seven Kenyan nationals who were found illegally working while in the country on tourist visas, following a targeted law… Read more »

Kenya: Tourism As a Measure of Kenya's National Maturity

When Kenya chose tourism as the theme for this year's Jamhuri Day, it was more than a celebratory gesture. It was a statement of intent. Tourism was positioned not simply as an… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya to Host Two International Tennis Tournaments in 2026

NAIROBI, Kenya, December 17, 2025 - Kenya is set to host two International Tennis Federation (ITF) Women's World Tour events in Nairobi, in the new year. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Vows Diplomatic, All Legal Means to Resolve Migingo Dispute With Uganda

President William Ruto has pledged that Kenya will deploy "all methods, including diplomatic means and all other lawful avenues" to resolve the long-running dispute over Migingo… Read more »

Kenya: All Officers On Leave Recalled As Govt Rolls Out Nationwide Security Measures for Festive Season

All police officers on leave have been ordered to resume duty as the government intensifies a sweeping, multi-agency security operation aimed at safeguarding Kenyans and visitors… Read more »

Kenya: Pungulu Pa Productions Successfully Host Inaugural Children's Festival

Pungulu Pa Productions successfully held the first edition of Pungulu PArty! Children's Festival (7th December 2025) at the Parade Ring, Ngong Race Course. Inspired by the beloved… Read more »

Kenya: Individual Investors Dominate Safaricom Green Bond Issue

Individual investors dominated Safaricom's inaugural green bond issue, accounting for 96 percent of total applications as the company formally listed the instrument on the Nairobi… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Pledges More Development for Nyanza Region

President William Ruto has reaffirmed his commitment to fast-tracking development in the wider Nyanza region, saying his administration will ensure the area gets its fair share of… Read more »

Africa: Africa's First SureStay Hotel Marks One Year in Nairobi

Heri Heights Hotel Apartments is celebrating its first anniversary as the first SureStay Collection hotel in Africa. The Nairobi property combines Kenyan hospitality with the… Read more »

Kenya: JKIA to Introduce Shoe-On Screening Under New Security Upgrade

Travellers using Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) may soon no longer be required to remove their shoes during security screening as the government moves to modernise… Read more »

Kenya: State Moves to Rein in Frontline Policing, Tighten Command Standards With NGAPU Commanders' Workshop

Kenya's security leadership has launched a fresh push to strengthen discipline, legality and coordination within frontline policing. Read more »

Kenya: NLP Leader Slams Ruto-Kalonzo Clash As a Distraction, Say Region's Patience Worn

National Liberal Party (NLP) leader Augustus Muli has criticised what he terms deliberate underdevelopment of the Ukambani region, accusing national leaders of perpetuating poverty… Read more »

Kenya: U.S. Says Only Epidemiological Data Will Be Shared Amid Privacy Fears Over Health Deal With Kenya

The United States has moved to reassure Kenyans over data privacy concerns following the signing of the Health Cooperation Framework between the two countries. Read more »

Kenya: Govt Activates National Multi-Agency Command Centre to Tighten Festive Season Security

The government has activated the National Multi-Agency Command Centre (NMACC) as part of a nationwide security measures aimed at safeguarding lives and property before, during and… Read more »

Kenya: Choose Private Practice or Public Service, CS Duale Warns Doctors

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has warned doctors engaged in dual practice during official working hours that they risk deregistration starting January, as the government… Read more »

Kenya: Atwoli Blasts 'Stupid' and 'Primitive' Critics of National Infrastructure Fund

Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary-General Francis Atwoli has launched a scathing attack on opponents of the proposed National Infrastructure Fund, accusing them… Read more »

Kenya: Seize the Moment, Kenyatta Urges Young Africans At IGAD Conference

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has called on young Africans to seize leadership opportunities now, warning that those who wait for the future to hand them power risk missing their… Read more »