February 21
Kenya: Kenyans Are Not Overtaxed, Treasury Boss Kiptoo Says Amid Outcry
National Treasury Permanent Secretary (PS) Chris Kiptoo has said that Kenyans are not overtaxed amid an overtaxation outcry. Read more »
Kenya: Police Seize 1,450 Crates of Banned Beer in Karatina Valued At Sh4mn
Police in Karatina have seized 1,450 crates of beer valued at Sh4 million in a renewed campaign on banned alcoholic products. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi County Seeks to Seize Economic and Tourism Opportunities Ahead of Wrc Safari Rally
Nairobi County Executive Committee Member for Inclusivity, Public Participation, and Customer Service Anastacia Nyalita says the County is set to benefit immensely in terms of… Read more »
February 20
Kenya: Kenyans Urged to Stay Hydrated Amid Increasing Temperature
Kenyans have been advised to prepare for scorching temperatures exceeding 30°C across most regions of the country, according to the Kenya Meteorological Department's forecast… Read more »
February 16
Kenya: I Look Forward to Engaging Biden On Mutually Beneficial Issues - President Ruto
President William Ruto now says that he is looking forward to engaging with his American counterpart Joe Biden on a broad range of matters of mutual interest to our nations ahead… Read more »
February 19
Kenya: Police Probe Child Trafficking Ring After 16 Children Rescued in Kayole
Detectives in Nairobi are investigating what is believed to be a child trafficking ring after 16 children were rescued from a rented house in Kayole's Soweto area on Sunday. Read more »
Kenya: Sifuna Demands Uhuru Park Reopening, Questions Delay
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has demanded the reopening of Uhuru Park questioning the delay months after the renovations were concluded. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Urges MPs to Support Affordable Housing Program After Opposition
President William Ruto has criticized MPs from the government coalition opposing the Affordable Housing Program, emphasizing its role in alleviating unemployment in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Britam, Partners Introduce Cover Against Flooding
Britam, Swiss Re, and Oxfam have joined forces to expand flood insurance coverage for 20,000 families in Tana River County. Read more »
Kenya: Macadamia Nuts Price More Than Quintuple to Sh100 After Lifting of Export Ban
A kilogram of macadamia nut has increased by five times since the government last year suspended a ban on the export of unprocessed nuts. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Tells Off Kenyatta Over 'Rear-View' Mirror Remarks
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has told off former President Uhuru Kenyatta over his 'rear-view mirror' remarks. Read more »
Kenya: National Treasury Urges Firms to Pay Taxes to KRA
The National Treasury has urged the country's business community to actively engage in tax payments to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Read more »
Kenya: Betting Regulator Enforces Court Order Against Speed Dial Feature On Internet Browsers
The Betting Control and Licensing Board (BCLB) has initiated the enforcement of a High Court order prohibiting all gaming operators from utilizing the speed dial feature on… Read more »
February 18
Africa: Africa Targets to Produce 60 Percent of Vaccines By 2040
The African Union has resolved that by 2040, 60 percent of vaccines used in Africa will be produced locally. Read more »
February 16
Kenya: All You Need to Know About State of Kenya's Afcon 2027 Readiness
Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba on Thursday presented before the National Assembly Committee on Sports the status report of Kenya's preparations towards hosting the 2027… Read more »
Kenya: MCK Highlights Significant Role Played By Radio
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has highlighted the significant role of radio as a tool for disseminating information to the public. Read more »
Kenya: Anti-Childbirth Bleeding Drug Drops in Price After Govt Negotiations
The Ministry of Health has negotiated the price of Heat Stable Carbetocin, a medicine used for preventing excessive bleeding during and after childbirth, from Sh1,444 to Sh92 per… Read more »
Kenya: State Enters a Deal With UK's Firm to Revive Fluorspar Mining in Elgeyo Marakwet
Kenya has signed a contract with the United Kingdom's Soy-Fujax Mining Company for the revival of fluorspar mining in Elgeyo Marakwet County. Read more »
Kenya: National Crackdown On Illegal Brew Announced
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has announced a nationwide crackdown on illicit brew sellers following the tragic deaths of 23 individuals in Kirinyaga who consumed… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Calls for Global Efforts to Tackle Climate Change
President William Ruto has called for global collective action to tackle climate change effects. Read more »
Kenya: Repeat Offender Chepchirchir Slapped With Eight-Year Ban for Doping
The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has slapped an eight-year ban on 2017 Tokyo Marathon winner, Kenyan Sarah Chepchirchir after being found guilty of a second offence of doping. Read more »
February 15
Kenya: Campaign to Combat Malaria in Kenya Unveiled
Kenya is seeking to combat malaria through a new coalition involving the Zero Malaria Campaign Coalition (ZMCC) and the Ministry of Health's National Malaria Control Program. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Calls for Bipartisan Support for Affordable Housing Bill to Boost Job Creation for Youth
President William Ruto has urged members of Parliament to rally behind the Affordable Housing Bill, emphasizing its potential to generate employment opportunities for the youth. Read more »
Kenya: Mbagathi Hospital Successfully Performs First Brain Surgery
Nairobi City County's Mbagathi Level 5 Hospital has successfully conducted the first-ever brain surgery with the team being led by neurosurgeon Dr Tom Mboya. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Urges Kenyans to Apply for 50-Page Passports
Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura has advised Kenyans with urgent passport needs to apply for the 50-page document due to delayed delivery of the 34-page one. Read more »