November 19
Kenya: Catholic Church to Refund Ruto Sh2.6mn Donation Over Ethical Concerns
The Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi has declined a donation of Sh2.6 million from President William Ruto citing ethical considerations. Read more »
Kenya: COP29 Scores Big With Breakthrough On Carbon Credits Amid Calls for Increased Climate Finance
COP29 in Baku has marked a historic step forward with the establishment of a global carbon market under Article 6.4 of the Paris Agreement. Read more »
Kenya: Trouble in Paradise? Leopards Legend Ambani Scoffs At Mara Sugar Sacking
Former Harambee Stars striker and AFC Leopards legend Boniface Ambani says he is not surprised by the decision of Mara Sugar to fire him as technical director. Read more »
November 18
Kenya: COP29 in Baku Near Final Stretch Amid Urgent Calls for Climate Finance
With just days remaining, negotiators at the COP29 climate summit in Baku are striving for breakthroughs on climate finance commitments, which have been the focal point of this… Read more »
Kenya: Chaos As Kirinyaga MCAs Disagree Over Removal of Majority Leader Kibinga
Chaos were on Monday erupted at the Kirinyaga County Assembly after Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) disagreed over the removal of the Majority Leader Daniel Kibinga. Read more »
Kenya: Anglican Church Joins Catholic Bishops in Calling for Govt Accountability
The Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) has thrown its weight behind the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB), joining them in demanding accountability from the government amid… Read more »
Kenya: Governors Warn of Total Shutdown Should Parliament Fail to Agree On Funds
The Council of Governors (COG) has warned that the delay in disbursement of funds to devolved units could disrupt service delivery and cripple operations in counties across the… Read more »
Kenya: NGOs, Celebrities, Journalists Among 2024 NGO Awards Nominees - Public Voting Now Open
NGOs, celebrities, journalists and civil society leaders are among the nominees for the 2024 NGOs Awards 2024, which are organized by the regulator Public Benefit Organizations… Read more »
November 17
Kenya: Four Kenyan Business Leaders Recognized in Global MB100 Awards
Four Kenyan business leaders have been named among the 100 global recipients of the Meaningful Business 100 (MB100) award for their exceptional efforts in championing… Read more »
November 18
Kenya: KEMSA's Technology and Smart Net Distribution Project Honored At Global Health Supply Chain Summit
The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has received global recognition at the Global Health Supply Chain Summit (GHSCS) in Lagos, Nigeria, for its pioneering Integrated… Read more »
November 17
Kenya: Kenyans Rule Podium At Italian World Cross Country Tour
World Cross Country junior bronze medalist Matthew Kipruto led a Kenyan podium sweep in the men's race at the Cinque Mulini Cross Country on Sunday in San Vittore, Italy. Read more »
Kenya: We Will Enhance Broad-Based Govt, Ruto Says Amid Cabinet Reshuffle Talks
President William Ruto has revealed plans to make changes in his government to enhance the broad based government agenda amidst talks of an imminent cabinet reshuffle and shake up… Read more »
Kenya: Stop Using Chiefs, Police to Monitor Sermons - Gachagua
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua now claims the government is using chiefs and police to monitor sermons in churches across the country to gather intelligence. Read more »
Kenya: National Biosafety Authority Assures Senators of Safety of GMO Products in the Country
The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) has assured Senators and Kenyans in general of the GMOs and their derived products in the Country. Read more »
November 15
Kenya: CS Mutua Announces Nationwide Recruitment Drive for Kenyans Seeking Jobs Abroad
Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary, Alfred Mutua, has announced an ambitious nationwide recruitment program targeting Kenyans interested in overseas employment. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Urges Universities to Specialise in Core Areas of Academic Strength
Kenyan universities should specialise in core areas of academic strength in order to enhance their competitive advantage, President William Ruto has recommended. Read more »
Kenya: Consumers Raise Alarm Over Unlabeled Poultry in Supermarkets
Concerns have been raised by Kenyan consumers over unlabeled poultry products sold in select supermarkets, allegedly originating from Uganda. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Urges Clergy to Be Factual While Engaging in Matters of Public Interest
President William Ruto has lauded the ongoing conversation about the state of affairs in the country but cautioned against falsehoods and inaccurate information. Read more »
Kenya: Judiciary Making Strides in Justice Delivery Despite Budget Gaps - CJ Koome
The Judiciary has recorded an upward trajectory in the administration of justice despite budgetary constraints, reflecting an institution that is increasingly efficient,… Read more »
Kenya: National Assembly Plotting Power Grab in the Revenue Allocation Impasse - Raila
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Leader Raila Odinga has pushed for an urgent resolution on the revenue allocation impasse between Senators and Members of the National Assembly faulting… Read more »
Kenya: Mudavadi Urges Motorists to Observe Road Safety Rules As the Festive Season Approaches
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for heightened road safety awareness following a tragic accident at Iguhu Bridge along the Kisumu-Kakamega Highway, which… Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Launch Labour Recruitment Drive for Jobs Abroad
NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 15 - The government is set to roll out a major labour recruitment drive starting November 18 through to December 6, aimed at connecting Kenyans with job… Read more »
Kenya: Suspect Who Confessed to Killing Multiple Women in Nakuru Jailed for 28 Years
A suspect who confessed to killing multiple women in Nakuru has been jailed for 28 years after he agreed to act as a state witness. Read more »
Kenya: Supreme Court, COA Record Mounting Backlog As Civil Suits Soar
The Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Magistrates' Courts, and Small Claims Courts recorded the highest number of pending cases as the Judiciary registered a 1.2 percent growth in… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Temporarily Suspends Bookings for Passport Collection
The Directorate of Immigration Services (DIS) has temporarily suspended the booking requirement for passport collection in a move aimed at accelerating the processing of… Read more »