Kenya: A Year in Review for World Out-of-Stadium Athlete of the Year Sabastian Sawe

Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe won two marathon majors in 2025. In April, in what was just his second ever race at the distance, he won the London Marathon by more than a minute in… Read more »

Kenya: 94pc of Kenyans Feel Safer Using Ride-Hailing Apps At Night, Survey

Nearly nine in ten Kenyans feel safer using ride-hailing apps such as Bolt and Uber at night compared to traditional transport options, according to a new survey. Read more »

Kenya: Tragedy in Migori As 15-Year-Old Pupil Dies By Suicide After Being Denied Permission to Go to Church

Police in Migori are investigating the death of a 15-year-old boy who died by suicide at his family home following a disagreement with his mother on Sunday morning. Read more »

Kenya: Bamburi Cement to Double Output With Sh32bn Clinker Plant in Kwale

Bamburi Cement has signed an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract with China's Sinoma CBMI Construction Co., Ltd for the development of a Sh32 billion clinker… Read more »

Kenya: Gitobu Imanyara - Why a Ksh 5 Trillion Llc Is a Constitutional Red Line

Constitutions are written to restrain power. They anticipate moments when governments, frustrated by accountability, seek shortcuts to escape oversight while retaining control.… Read more »

Africa: China's High-Standard Opening Up Enhances a Win-Win Future With Africa

The narrative of China's engagement with Africa has long been illustrated through steel and concrete--the railways, highways and ports that have reshaped economies and connected… Read more »

Kenya: PSC Advertises Hundreds of Public Service Jobs in Major Ministries

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced hundreds of job openings across national government ministries, state departments and agencies, offering opportunities for Kenyans… Read more »

Kenya: Police Officer Kills Civilian, Then Takes Own Life in Suspected Love Triangle

Police in Laikipia West are investigating a tragic murder-suicide incident involving a serving police officer that left two people dead at Ndurumo Trading Centre on December 14. Read more »

Kenya: National Development Roadmap Boost - Bamburi Cement Inks Sh32 Billion Greenfield Clinker Factory Construction Agreement

Kenya's leading cement and concrete products manufacturer, Bamburi Cement, has signed a US$250 million (Kshs 32 billion) Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contract… Read more »

Kenya: Family Blocks Autopsy After Toddler Drowns in Kisumu

Police in Kisumu East Sub-County are investigating a tragic drowning incident involving a one-year-old child after family members and residents allegedly blocked officers from… Read more »

Kenya: Govt to Set Up Company to Run Sh5tn Wealth, Infrastructure Funds

The Government will establish a new limited liability company to manage its Sh5 trillion wealth fund following Cabinet approval, marking a major shift in how the State mobilises… Read more »

Kenya: Mr. Eazi Drops 'Dance Pon Me' - the Ultimate Detty December Party Anthem

Just in time for Detty December, Mr Eazi returns with "Dance Pon Me," an addictive afro-meets-dancehall hit single and video designed for dancefloors, late nights and unforgettable… Read more »

Kenya: Workers to Pay More As New NSSF Deductions Take Effect in 2026

Kenyan workers will pay higher National Social Security Fund (NSSF) deductions from February 2026 under revised mandatory pension contribution rates, further tightening household… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Wildlife Service Revives Bus Shuttle Services to National Parks for Holidays, Weekends

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has announced the return of its bus shuttle services to major national parks starting this weekend, December 20, as part of the "Jiachilie in Kenya… Read more »

Kenya: 32 Drought-Stricken Counties Need Food, Livestock Interventions - DP Kindiki

Thirty-two counties are in urgent need of human and livestock food interventions following the poor performance of the October to December short rains, Deputy President Kithure… Read more »

Kenya: Muteti Freed On Sh15,000 Bail After Denying Publishing Incendiary Post

Boniface Mulinge Muteti pleaded not guilty over allegations of disseminating false information on social media. Read more »

Kenya: Murkomen Confident Proposed Command System Will Boost Security in Major Cities and Border Areas

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen said the Cabinet's decision underscores the central role of security in driving the national transformation agenda under President… Read more »

Kenya: IPOA Issues Update Into Mysterious Death of a Suspect in Kawangware Police Cell

NAIROBI, Kenya Tue 16 - The Independent Policing Oversight Authority is urging against speculation over circunstances that led to the death of a suspect while in police custody at… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Targets Food Relief for 2.1 Million Kenyans in 32 Drought Hit Counties

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said the government is implementing various interventions to support Kenyans affected by the prolonged drought reported in several parts of the… Read more »

Kenya: Cabinet Clears Ksh123bn in Road Sector Pending Bills

The Cabinet has confirmed that all pending bills for certified works and accrued interest in the Ministry of Roads up to December 31, 2024, have been fully settled. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Races to First-World Economy With Approval of National Infrastructure Fund and Sovereign Wealth Fund

Kenya's ambitious Sh5 trillion roadmap to transform the country into a first-world economy took a major step forward on Monday after the Cabinet approved the establishment of the… Read more »

Kenya: PS Mary Muthoni Urges Kenyans to Uphold Hygiene and Sanitation During Festive Season

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has urged Kenyans to maintain high standards of sanitation and hygiene during the festive season, warning that lapses at the… Read more »

Kenya: Babu Owino Denies Attacking Odinga Family

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has denied claims that he directed controversial social media posts targeting the Odinga family, saying he has never instructed activist Maverick Aoko… Read more »

Kenya: Ketraco Signs Sh40.4bn PPP to Expand, Modernise Power Transmission Network

The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) has signed a Sh40.4 billion ($311 million) Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement with a consortium comprising… Read more »

Kenya: Faith, Form and a Turnaround - Okere's Belief Fuels Tusker's Rise

Tusker FC head coach Charles Okere has never tried to hide his faith, and this was evident on Sunday afternoon at the Kasarani Annex, moments after guiding his side to a convincing… Read more »