February 21
Kenya: Win for Ruto As MPs Endorse Affordable Housing Bill for Second Reading
The implementation of President William Ruto's Affordable Housing Program is gaining momentum after legislators approved its legal framework to proceed to the second reading. Read more »
Kenya: Champions League - Psv, Dortmund Play to Draw
Luuk de Jong's coolly converted penalty earned PSV Eindhoven a draw against Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie. Read more »
Kenya: Champions League - Veteran Arnautovic Scores Winner for Inter Against Atleti
Substitute Marko Arnautovic scored to hand Inter Milan the advantage in their Champions League last-16 tie against Atletico Madrid. Read more »
February 22
Kenya: Court Declines Request to Halt Marathon Runner Burial Over Paternity Dispute
The burial of World Marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum will proceed Friday as scheduled, as the High Court rejected a plea to halt it in a paternity case by a woman claiming to… Read more »
Ethiopia: Kenya, Ethiopia Conclude JMC Talks With Emphasis On Deepening Ties
Kenya and Ethiopia have concluded a strategic framework to promote bilateral cooperation in areas of economic and social development. Read more »
February 20
Kenya: High School Students Among 3 Robbery Suspects Set Ablaze in Kisumu
Police have opened a probe into the death of two high school students who were among three suspected robbers burnt to death in Kisumu Tuesday on allegations of motorbike theft. Read more »
Kenya: Court Blocks Kisumu County From Relocating Bus Park
The Kisumu County Government has been dealt a blow in its attempt to relocate a section of Kisumu public service vehicles to the new Mowlem bus park. Read more »
Kenya: Kebs Bans Importation of Secondhand Evs With Less Than 80pc of Battery Life
The Kenya Bureau of Statistics (KEBs) has issued a notice banning the importation of secondhand electric vehicles (EVs) whose battery life is less than 80 percent. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Affirms Commitment to Strengthening Devolution
The Government is committed to strengthening devolution to enhance service delivery to the people, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
Kenya: Court Orders Hospitalisation of Mackenzie, His Followers After Renewed Hunger Strike
A Magistrate Court in Mombasa ordered the hospitalisation of Shakahola cult leader Paul Mackenzie and 94 of his followers after they embarked on yet another hunger strike in… Read more »
Kenya: American Agency in Sh8.73bn to Address Kenya's Pedestrian Transportation Needs
An official from the U.S. Government's Millennium Challenge Corporation's (MCC), an independent U.S. government development agency, met Kenyan state officials to finalize a new… Read more »
Kenya: Completion of Narok-Bomet Cable Line Will Solve Frequent Power Outages, Kenya Power
The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has said that the completion of the Narok-Bomet cable line will address the country's incessant power outages that disrupt economic… Read more »
East Africa: Kenya Exempts Ethiopians From Usd30 Eta Fee, Screening Remains Mandatory
Kenya has exempted Ethiopians from the USD30 fee paid by foreigners seeking Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to enter the country. Read more »
Kenya: Popert Displays Nerves of Steel to Clinch Ninth G4d Tour Win in Muthaiga
Englishman Kipp Popert carded a score of 69 on Tuesday to clinch his ninth Golf for the Disabled (G4D) Tour at the Muthaiga Golf Club. Read more »
Kenya: Pamoja Raises Sh1.2bn to Promote Sustainable Macadamia Nut Production
Pamoja, a sustainable macadamia nut producer in East Africa, has received an investment of Sh1.2 billion from French asset management company Mirova to accelerate sustainable… Read more »
Kenya: Army Officers Intecept Uncustomed Sugar in Garissa, No Arrests Made
Police in Dadaab have launched a probe following the recovery of uncustomed goods by officers of the Kenya Army attached to Garissa's Modika Barracks. Read more »
Kenya: Kplc Eyes 400,000 New Customers in 2024
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) plans to connect 400,000 new users to the national grid as it seeks to meet universal electricity access. Read more »
Kenya: NSE Names Frank Mwiti As New CEO
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has announced the appointment of Frank Mwiti as the new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Geoffrey Odundo, who is set to retire on March 1… Read more »
Kenya: Rwanda Demands FDLR Demobilisation As Condition for De-Escalation With DRC
Rwanda has demanded the demobilisation and repatriation of the DRC-backed Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) rebel group as a condition to de-escalate a… Read more »
Kenya: Kigali Protests 'Shocking' US Statement On DRC-Backed Rwandan Rebels
Rwanda has protested the United States characterization of the DRC-backed Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), as a 'negative force' marking a departure from an… Read more »
Kenya: Police Arrest Notorious Brewer in Renewed Crackdown On Illicit Alcohol
Police officers in Migori's Kuria West sub-county have apprehended a 52-year-old brewer as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal alcohol operations nationwide. Read more »
Kenya: Healthcare Workers in Kisii Issue 14-Day Strike Notice Over Arati Goons
Healthcare workers in Kisii have issued a 14-day strike notice to the county government over continued threats from a group of brutal enforcers linked to Governor Simba Arati. Read more »
February 21
Kenya: This Saturday, the Bob Collymore International Jazz Festival 2024. Here's What to Expect
With its roots deeply embedded in the cultural tapestry of African American communities, jazz has evolved into a dynamic and ever-changing art form that defies strict definition.… Read more »
Kenya: Bolt Discusses Welfare, Safety and Regulatory Concerns With Drivers
Ride-hailing platform Bolt yesterday hosted drivers on its platform to discuss their welfare, safety, and regulatory concerns. Read more »
Kenya: He Was Like a Son to Me - CS Ababu Still Broken By Kiptum's Death
Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba has revealed he had formed a close relationship with departed marathon world record holder Kevin Kiptum, and they constantly chatted about… Read more »