Kenya: NEMA Shuts Down Eight Entertainment Spots Over Noise Pollution Violations

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has ordered the immediate closure of eight entertainment establishments across Nairobi and the Coast for repeatedly violating… Read more »

Kenya: KDF Probes Alleged Theft of Seized Meth Consignment By Its Officers

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is investigating several of its personnel over allegations that they stole and concealed a portion of narcotics seized during a high-profile maritime… Read more »

Kenya: Police Name 7 Suspects Behind Kariobangi Church Violence

The National Police Service (NPS) has arrested seven suspects linked to violent disturbances that broke out on Sunday, November 30, at PCEA Kariobangi North, where former Deputy… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Power Announces Scheduled Interruptions in 10 Counties On Wednesday

Kenya Power has announced extensive power interruptions scheduled for December 3, 2025 across ten counties to allow for essential maintenance works. Read more »

Kenya: Key Report Flags Enforcement Gaps, Political Meddling in Kenya's Anti-Graft War

Kenya continues to face major enforcement gaps and limited civil society engagement in implementing its anti-corruption commitments. Read more »

Kenya: UK Issues Travel Advisory On Visits to Parts of Kenya

The United Kingdom has issued a fresh travel advisory cautioning its citizens against unnecessary visits to several regions in Kenya, citing heightened security risks linked to… Read more »

East Africa: Kindiki Challenges EAC Judiciary to Hasten Justice Delivery for Socio-Economic Growth

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has challenged to judges and magistrates across the East African region, calling for the expedited delivery of justice, which he described as… Read more »

Kenya: Khalwale Axed As Majority Whip, Replaced By Bungoma Senator Wakoli

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has been ousted as the Senate Majority Whip in the latest move by United Democratic Alliance to crack the whip on members who backed opposing… Read more »

Kenya: Kisumu Women Defend PS Omollo's Community Work Against Political Attacks By Wanga

Thousands of women from informal settlements across Kisumu on Tuesday poured into the city centre in a dramatic protest against what they described as attempts by Homa Bay Governor… Read more »

Kenya: Senate Alters Calendar to Facilitate Nyamira Governor Nyaribo's Impeachment Hearing

The Senate is set to convene on Wednesday to consider the impeachment charges leveled against Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo. Read more »

Kenya: Seven Newly Elected Lawmakers Sworn in After Gazettement

Parliament swore in six Members of the National Assembly and one in the Senate aligned with the broad-based government, following their victories in the November 27, 2025… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Directs IG Kanja to Establish New Administration Police Unit to Support Chiefs in Crackdown On Alcohol and Drug Abuse

President William Ruto has directed the Inspector General of Police to immediately establish and operationalize a new National Government Administration Police Unit, beginning with… Read more »

Kenya: EU Pesticide Exports and Their Impact On Kenyan Communities

Europe is facing new criticism for its actions in Kenya. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Heads to Washington for Historic DR Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal and Strategic Kenya-U.S. Talks

President William Ruto has departed Nairobi for Washington, D.C., where he will join President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic… Read more »

Africa: Koome Calls for Stronger Regional Collaboration to Deepen People-Centred Justice in East Africa

Chief Justice Martha Koome has called for deeper regional collaboration to strengthen the multi-door approach to justice across East Africa and address challenges affecting the… Read more »

Kenya: Industry Players Push for Safer, Standardized Elevators Amid Nairobi's Vertical Growth

Industry stakeholders are urging stronger safety and compliance measures for elevators and escalators as Nairobi and other cities build taller, denser structures. Read more »

Kenya: Rwandaair Resumes Mombasa Flights After Six-Year Hiatus

RwandaAir has resumed flights to Mombasa, ending its six-year hiatus on the coastal route. Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Orders Major Overhaul of Anti-Narcotics Unit, Triples Personnel in War On Drugs

President William Ruto has directed Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, to overhaul the country's anti-narcotics unit by tripling its personnel and expanding its national… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Power Moves Electricity Connection Process Online Amid Expansion Drive

Kenya Power has announced that all new electricity connection applications will now be submitted exclusively through its online platform, marking a shift towards digital service… Read more »

Kenya: Galana Kulalu Set to Become Kenya's First Agricultural Special Economic Zone

The government is set to transform Galana Kulalu into a Special Economic Zone (SEZ), Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has announced. Read more »

Kenya: KRA Targets Small Fuel Retailers in Final Push for Etims Compliance

Independent fuel retailers face possible shutdowns after the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) escalated enforcement pressure on stations that have not installed the Electronic Tax… Read more »

Africa: Viktoria Ventures Wins 'Angel Network of the Year' for Boosting Africa's Startup Funding

Viktoria Ventures has been named "Angel Network of the Year 2025" at the Africa Early-Stage Investor Summit (AESIS) in Cape Town, earning recognition for its role in strengthening… Read more »

Kenya: Baby Pendo Murder Case - Court Sets January Mention to Confirm Readiness for Pre-Trial

The Baby Samantha Pendo murder case came up for mention at the Kisumu High Court, where the court directed the prosecution to serve all accused police officers with witness… Read more »

Kenya: Three Nyamira MCAs Deny Taking Part in Governor Nyaribo Impeachment Vote, File Forgery Complaint

Three Members of the Nyamira County Assembly have denied participating in the vote that led to the impeachment of Governor Amos Nyaribo, accusing the assembly of forging their… Read more »

Kenya: EBK Trains KDF Officers On Professional Engineer Registration As Military Expands Role in National Infrastructure

The Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) has conducted a specialized training programme for officers of the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) on the registration process for Professional… Read more »