Kenya: IEBC Chair Ethekon - Stealing an Election in Kenya Is Impossible

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Edung Ethekon has asserted that election theft in Kenya is "an impossibility," citing strengthened transparency… Read more »

Kenya: AFC Leopards Salivating for First League Title in 26 Years After Mashemeji Derby Win

After mauling their most bitter rivals in a pulsating Mashemeji Derby on Sunday, AFC Leopards head coach Fred Ambani has now set his sights on winning the Kenya Premier League. Read more »

Kenya: NCBA, Heva Fund Target Creative Economy With Bespoke Financing Products

NCBA Bank and HEVA Fund have signed a financing pact aimed at Kenya's creative economy, introducing bespoke credit products for artists and creative enterprises that theu contend… Read more »

Kenya: Ombudsman Orders PS Ronoh to Release Sugar Mill Leasing Records or Face Prosecution

The Office of the Ombudsman has directed Agriculture Principal Secretary Kiprono Ronoh to release all records relating to the leasing of four public sugar companies within 21 days,… Read more »

Africa: A New Era, New Icons - Tiktok Honors Africa's Biggest Creators of 2025

The TikTok community has spoken, and Africa has crowned its newest icons. The 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa lit up Johannesburg on 6 December, marking a powerful moment in… Read more »

Kenya: National Assembly Invites Public Views On Safaricom Divestiture Plan

The National Assembly has invited Kenyans to submit views on the government's proposed sale of a 15 percent stake in Safaricom, a move that follows last week's government… Read more »

Kenya: Stakeholders Urge Govt to Enforce Local Participation Rules in Mining Sector

Industry stakeholders have called on the government to strengthen monitoring, reporting, and enforcement of mineral resource and employment regulations to ensure meaningful… Read more »

Kenya: Genafrica Targets Bigger Pension Returns With Takeover of the Cube

Pension schemes are set for expanded access to high-quality real estate assets following Batian Property Fund's takeover of The Cube, a commercial property on Riverside Drive, from… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Chair Ethekon Warns of 'Super Agents' Hijacking By-Elections, Cites Alarming Political Interference

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Edung Ethekon has sounded the alarm over what he termed a dangerous rise of "super agents" who allegedly… Read more »

Kenya: Another Mashemeji Derby, Another Unforgettable Experience

 Long before the first whistle pierced the Nairobi air, the energy of the 98th Mashemeji Derby had already settled over the city like a living, breathing force. Read more »

Kenya: National Assembly Opens Public Participation On Safaricom 15 Percent Stake Sale Amid Backlash

The National Assembly has officially initiated the public participation process for the government's plan to sell a 15% stake in Safaricom PLC. Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Confirms 99 Percent Functionality of Kiems Kits in November 27 By-Elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) says the Kenya Integrated Election Management Systems (KIEMS) kits performed at 99% functionality during the November 27… Read more »

Kenya: Building Technology That Serves People, Not Just Systems

Moments before the opening session of the Datafest Africa 2025 conference, a whispered rumour rippled through the auditorium--that Kenyan veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga had… Read more »

Kenya: Report - Cher to Marry Toyboy Lover Around 80th Birthday in May 2026

Cher is rumoured to be planning to tie the knot with toyboy Alexander 'AE' Edwards next year. Read more »

Kenya: Mbagathi Hospital Launches Construction of State-of-the-Art Diabetes Clinic

Mbagathi Hospital is set for a breakthrough in diabetes care following the commencement of construction of a fully equipped diabetes clinic, Chief Executive Officer Alexander… Read more »

Kenya: City Hall Clarifies Tariff and Pricing Policy, Dismisses Parking Fee Hike Claims

The Nairobi County Government has clarified the purpose of the newly introduced Tariff and Pricing Policy 2025-2030, dismissing claims circulating in some media that parking fees… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC to Hold Stakeholders Engagement On Nov 27 By-Elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will on Monday hold a comprehensive stakeholders engagement forum to review the conduct of the November 27 by-elections. Read more »

Kenya: High Court to Host Annual Human Rights Summit

The High Court is set to hold its annual Human Rights Summit from Monday reviving a key forum for civil-society, government and judicial stakeholders to reflect on and advance… Read more »

Kenya: Insurance Regulatory Authority Shines At 2025 Fire Awards

The Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) emerged winners in the Regulatory Agencies IPSAS Accrual Category during the Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards ceremony held on Friday at… Read more »

Kenya: High Court Rules KEMRI Senior Scientists Can Retire At 74, Not 65

Senior research scientists at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) have won a landmark legal battle, with the High Court ruling that those serving under a collaboration… Read more »

Kenya: CS Duale Assures Kenyans On Privacy in Sh208bn Kenya-U.S. Health Partnership

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has assured Kenyans that no personal medical information will be shared under the new Sh208 billion Kenya-US health deal, saying only… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya-U.S. Health Partnership Worth Sh208bn to Be Fully Disclosed, CS Duale Says

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced that the government will soon publish the full details of the Sh208 billion health partnership recently signed between President… Read more »

Kenya: 26 Suspects - Including Chiefs and Immigration Officers - Arrested Over Illegal Issuance of Govt Documents

At least 26 people, among them chiefs, clerks, and officers from key government departments, are set to face charges after being arrested for facilitating the illegal and… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Power Announces Monday Power Outages Across Four Counties for Maintenance

Kenya Power has announced power outages across four counties on Monday, to allow for routine maintenance works. Read more »

Kenya: PS Muthoni Warns Kenyans Over Uninspected Meat, Fake Drugs Amid Festive Season Health Concerns

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has urged Kenyans to exercise heightened vigilance over the foods they consume during the festive season, warning of a rising influx… Read more »