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 »

Kenya: Kenya Moves to Unlock Global Climate 'Loss and Damage' Funds As Flooded Lakes Displace Tens of Thousands

Kenya has launched an urgent push to access global climate "loss and damage" financing, as mounting floods linked to rising lake levels overwhelm communities, wipe out… Read more »

Africa: U.S. Steps Up Space Diplomacy With Africa, Pledges Support for Independent and Transparent Programs

The United States has signaled a major expansion of its space diplomacy in Africa, convening the first-ever U.S.-Africa Technical and Regulatory Space Training Meeting as… Read more »

Kenya: Donor-Funded Agriculture Projects Are Loans, Not Free Money - Agriculture CS Kagwe

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has warned that donor funded agriculture projects must be treated with the same discipline as public debt, insisting that many so-called… Read more »

Kenya: EACC Rolls Out Public Engagement Programme to Promote Integrity in Garissa

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), through its Education and Public Awareness (EPA) Department, has launched a week-long public engagement programme in Garissa… Read more »

Kenya: DPP Warns Against Speculation As Probe Into Jirongo's Death Continues

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Renson Ingonga, has urged the public to refrain from speculation over the death of former Lugari MP and businessman Cyrus Jirongo,… Read more »

Kenya: Inside the Overnight Operation That Repulsed an Al-Shabaab Assault On a Chinese Workers' Camp in Elwak

In the early hours of Tuesday morning, Kenyan security officers fought a prolonged and high-intensity battle to repel a coordinated Al-Shabaab assault on a residential compound… Read more »

Kenya: Aussom Head Urges Regional Unity to Combat Terrorism, Counter Youth Radicalization

The Head of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), Ambassador El Hadji Ibrahima Diene, has called for strengthened regional collaboration to counter violent extremism and… Read more »

Kenya: Counties Splurge On Salaries As Development Stalls, Budget Report Reveals

County governments across the country spent the first three months of the financial year largely paying salaries and allowances while development projects ground to a near halt,… Read more »

Kenya: IG Kanja Issues Firm Warning On Road Safety As Police Intensify Festive Season Road Patrols

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has warned drivers--particularly those operating public service vehicles--to exercise heightened caution on the roads during the festive… Read more »

Kenya: Duale Accuses Doctors Moonlighting in Public Hospitals of Commiting Fraud

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has put doctors on notice over what he described as fraudulent practices involving engagement in private work during official government working… Read more »

Kenya: George Kamal Appointed New KQ Boss As Kilavuka Exits

Kenya Airways (KQ) has appointed Captain George Kamal as its Acting Group Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following the exit of Allan Kilavuka at the end… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka Exits As Capt George Kamal Takes Over in Acting Role

Kenya Airways has announced leadership changes at the national carrier, with Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Allan Kilavuka proceeding on terminal leave ahead… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya to Host Global Conservation Tech and Drone Forum in March 2026

Kenya will host the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026) in March next year, cementing the country's growing profile as a regional hub for conservation… Read more »

East Africa: Climate Funding Falling Short for East Africa's Vulnerable Communities, IGAD Warns

IGAD is working with member states on an anticipatory action roadmap, designed to ensure that early warnings for floods, droughts and other climate hazards trigger concrete… Read more »

Kenya: Community Health Volunteer Charged With Murder of Teenage Niece in Garissa

A community health volunteer was on Tuesday charged with the murder of his teenage niece in a case. Read more »

Kenya: IG Kanja Says New Police Curriculum Tailored to Meet Evolving Security Challenges

Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja has said that the National Police Service is redesigning the training curriculum to equip officers with skills suited to the complex and… Read more »

Kenya: DCI to Question Individuals Who Last Interacted With Former MP Jirongo Before His Death

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has announced that it will question individuals who last interacted with former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo on the night of his fatal… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya to Host Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum in March 2026

Kenya will host the Global Conservation Tech & Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026) from March 2 to 6, 2026, with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) confirmed as the official conservation… Read more »

Kenya: City Hall Okays Two Monthly Menstrual Health Days for Women Staff

The Nairobi County Executive Committee approved the introduction of two monthly Menstrual Health Days for women employees, formally adopting the policy as part of Nairobi City… Read more »

Kenya: Teenager Stabbed to Death in Love Triangle Dispute in Bungoma

Police in Bungoma County have launched a manhunt for a suspect who fled after fatally stabbing a 19-year-old man during a confrontation allegedly sparked by a romantic dispute. Read more »

Kenya: Mystery Woman, CCTV Trail As DCI Widens Probe Into Jirongo's Final Hours

Detectives have opened a wide-ranging probe into the death of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, piecing together a detailed trail of his final movements -- including CCTV footage… Read more »

Kenya: Donor-Funded Agriculture Projects Are Loans, Not Free Money - CS Kagwe

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has warned that donor-funded agriculture projects must be treated with the same discipline as public debt, saying many so-called donor… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Says JKIA Modernisation and New Airport Construction to Beginin January 2026

President William Ruto says the modernisation of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and construction of a new airport will commence next year. Read more »