Kenya: Ethekon Warns Candidates Against Electoral Malpractices Ahead of Thursday By-Elections

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chair Erastus Ethekon has issued a strong warning to all candidates participating in the Kasipul by-election, urging them to… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Chair Ethekon Confident of Fair By-Elections, Calls for Peaceful Conduct

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has declared that it is fully prepared for Thursday's by-elections, assuring voters and candidates of a transparent and… Read more »

Kenya: CS Murkomen Warns Against Ferrying Goons to Polling Stations Ahead of Thursday By-Elections

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a firm warning to political parties and members of the public against attempting to ferry goons or hired groups to polling… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Urges China to Cut Tariffs On Coffee, Tea and Avocados

Kenya has called on China to eliminate tariffs on key agricultural exports, including coffee, tea and avocados, as part of efforts to address the country's persistent trade deficit… Read more »

Kenya: Why Embedded Finance Is the Missing Link for Kenyan Marketplaces

In Kenya's rapidly evolving digital economy, the rise of online marketplaces has reshaped how businesses and consumers interact. From e-commerce platforms like Jumia and Kilimall… Read more »

Kenya: Khalwale Warns of Pandemonium Following Withdrawal of Security Details for Him and Natembeya

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has issued a sharp warning over the potential consequences should harm befall him or Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya, following the… Read more »

Kenya/Algeria: Starlets Eager to Test Their Mettle Against Algeria in Crucial Pre-Wafcon Friendly

Harambee Starlets return to action tonight with a high-stakes international friendly against Algeria in Blida, as preparations for next year's WAFCON campaign intensify. Read more »

Kenya: Security Details for Natembeya, Other Vips Withdrawn Pending Poll Chaos Investigation - CS Murkomen

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen says the security details of Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya and several other Very Important Persons (VIPs) have been withdrawn… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya, Netherlands and EU Sign Letter of Intent to Accelerate Northern Corridor Modernization Under Global Gateway

Kenya, the Netherlands, the European Union (EU), and Invest International have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to scale up investments along the Northern Corridor, East Africa's… Read more »

Kenya: Kalahari Cement Acquires Sh1.6bn East African Portland Cement Stake From NSSF

Kalahari Cement has acquired a 27 percent equity stake in East African Portland Cement (EAPC) from the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). Read more »

Kenya: Nyota Project Rolls Out Final Phase of Business Training in 17 Counties

The Nyota Project on Wednesday commenced the final round of its Business Support classroom training programme across 17 counties, marking a major milestone in its rollout. Read more »

Kenya: DCI Arrests Senior Engineer Over Forged Transport Ministry Letter

Detectives from the Serious Crime Unit have arrested a senior government engineer over allegations of forging an official letter from the State Department for Transport. Read more »

Kenya: Natembeya Claims Security Withdrawal in Alleged Political Targeting After Kabuchai Chaos

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has accused the national government of putting his life at risk after all police officers assigned to him were withdrawn without explanation… Read more »

Africa: President Ruto Urges African States to Back AU Institutional Reforms

President William Ruto has called on African nations to rally behind the ongoing reforms of the African Union (AU), warning that failure to modernise the institution could weaken… Read more »

Kenya: Maasai Elders in Narok and Kajiado Endorse End of FGM and Child Marriage

Maasai elders from Kajiado and Narok counties have made a historic declaration to end Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and child marriage, marking a significant cultural shift in… Read more »

Kenya: Recovered Hobley Estate Land Turned Into Affordable Housing Site in Mombasa - EACC

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has announced that the Sh500 million Hobley Estate in the Buxton area of Mombasa Island has been fully demolished, with site… Read more »

Kenya: KeNHA Gives Illegal Billboard Owners 30 Days to Remove Structures or Face Action

Owners of illegal billboards on Kenyan roads have been given 30 days to remove their structures or face enforcement action. Read more »

Africa: President Ruto Urges Shift From Charity to Industry in Africa-EU Ties

NOV 25 - President William Ruto has urged Africa's development partners to back the continent's industrial growth instead of entrenching a culture of dependency. Read more »

Kenya: Two Kenyan Firms Shortlisted for the 2025 NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator Demo Day

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Nov. 25 - Two Kenyan companies are among ten firms shortlisted for the 2025 NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator startup companies from five African… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Silent As Kenyan Driver Attacked in Dubai

A chilling video that went viral on Monday has left Kenyans angry and demanding answers and pointing fingers at the government. Read more »

Kenya: Raila's Youngest Sister Beryl Achieng Is Dead

The Odinga family is mourning the death of Beryl Achieng Odinga, the youngest sibling in the prominent political family, who passed away while undergoing treatment at the Nairobi… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Warns Staff Against Collusion Ahead of November 27 By-Elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has cautioned its staff overseeing the November 27 by-election against colluding to favour any candidates in the contests. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Strengthens Fight Against Respiratory Diseases With Launch of Advanced Bronchoscopy Training At KNH

Kenya has taken a major step in boosting its capacity to diagnose and treat respiratory diseases with the launch of an Advanced Bronchoscopy Training Programme at Kenyatta National… Read more »

Kenya: Lupita Nyong'o Speaks Out Being Offered Slave Roles After Winning Oscar

Lupita Nyong'o was inundated with offers to play a slave after winning an Oscar. Read more »

Kenya: Nyamira Governor Nyaribo Impeached for the Third Time After 23 MCAs Back Motion

Nyamira Governor Amos Nyaribo has been impeached after 23 Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) voted to remove him from office in a heated session on Tuesday. Read more »