Kenya: KQ Incurs Ksh9.7b to Date From Bird Strikes As KAA Falls Short

Airlines in Kenya are contending with substantial costs from bird strikes, even as millions of shillings are allocated to the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) to mitigate the issue… Read more »

Kenya: What Next for Students That Have Secured University Spots?

The placement exercise for university admissions has concluded, marking a pivotal moment for 153,274 students who are now set to embark on their higher education journey. With this… Read more »

Ethiopia: Ethiopian, KQ Face Delays As FAA Halts 737 Max Production Expansion

Boeing's woes continue as the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced it will not allow the plane maker to expand production of its best-selling 737 MAX aircraft due to… Read more »

Kenya: Win for Teachers As TSC Gets Funds for Pay Deal, Job Terms Change

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has been allocated Sh13 billion in the financial year starting July to implement the second phase of the 2021-2025 collective bargaining… Read more »

Kenya: New AFA Chief Assumes Office Despite Court Order

Bruno Linyiru has assumed the role of director-general of the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), despite a court order suspending his appointment. Read more »

East Africa: Kenya Faces EAC Clash Over New Cereal Import Levy

Kenya is poised for a clash with its East African Community (EAC) partners following the introduction of a new import levy on cereals. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Dismisses Muguka Ban By Mombasa, Kilifi Counties

President William Ruto has dismissed directives issued by Mombasa and Kilifi counties banning the trade of Muguka, a move likely to spark conflict between local and national… Read more »

Kenya: KQ Sacks Staff Over Buddy Pass Abuse, Extends Suspension

Kenya Airways has dismissed staff members found guilty of abusing the buddy pass privilege following a one-month suspension of the programme to investigate misuse claims. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Khat Farmers Face Ksh10m Monthly Loss Amid Mombasa Ban

Kenya's Muguka (khat) farmers face losses of at least Ksh 10 million per month following Mombasa County's ban on the sale of the stimulant in the coastal city. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto's U.S. Visit Grants Kenya Major Non-Nato Ally Status

Kenya has been designated a major non-NATO ally, marking it as the first sub-Saharan nation to receive this status. Read more »

Kenya: KQ to Miss Out On Summer Sales Due to Capacity Constraints

Kenya Airways faces a turbulent period as the grounding of its second high-capacity aircraft, the Boeing 787, continues to cause costly delays and flight cancellations. Read more »

Kenya: Thousands Locked Out of KMTC Admission Due to Fierce Competition

Around two thirds of applicants aiming to study at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) were denied placement following increased competition for limited slots. Read more »

Kenya: Tax Hike Is Economic Miscalculation, KAM Tells Ruto

The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has issued a stark warning about the proposed 25 percent excise duty on vegetable oils in the Finance Bill 2024, highlighting potential… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Economy Grows 5.6 Percent Driven By Agricultural Recovery

Kenya's economy grew by 5.6 percent in 2023, driven by a seven percent expansion in the agriculture sector, according to the head of the national statistics office. Read more »

Kenya: Understanding Kenya's Regulations On State Officers' Offshore Bank Accounts

Did you know that public officers seeking to operate bank accounts outside Kenya are required get clearance from the ethics watchdog in compliance with law? Read more »

Kenya: Ruto's Directive to Impact Tea Exporters' Margins

Multinational tea exporters are bracing for impact as the government announces plans to prohibit shipping of bulk tea, a move aimed at preserving the distinct identity of Kenyan… Read more »

Kenya: New KCC Starts Search for New MD As Nixon Sigey's Term Ends

New KCC has advertised for the position of a managing director as Nixon Sigey's term comes to an end after serving for three terms and five months. Read more »

Kenya: Network Airline Services Appointed As FlyDubai's GSSA in Kenya

Network Airline Services (NAS) has been selected as the General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA) for flydubai in Kenya. Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan MPs Shield Minister, Ignite Corruption Claims

A covert maneuover has emerged, shedding light on the inner workings of the Kenya Kwanza government's efforts to shield Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi from… Read more »

Kenya: Fake Fertiliser Claims First Causality - Will Cabinet Secretary Linturi Fall?

The fake fertiliser incident has resulted in its first casualty, as attention shifts to Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi in the ongoing impeachment proceedings… Read more »

Kenya: KQ Resumes DRC Flights Following Staff Release

Kenya Airways has swiftly resumed its flights to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a day after the release of two of its employees who were detained over a week ago in… Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan Army Prepares for Haiti Deployment Ahead of Ruto's Us Visit

Kenyan army preparations for deployment in Haiti are underway, slated for this month, in advance of President William Ruto's impending visit to Washington later in May, a senior… Read more »

Kenya: KQ Introduces Cargo Flights to Eldoret

Kenya Airways has commenced cargo flights to the North Rift town of Eldoret, intensifying competition on a route that has recently attracted other players. Read more »

Kenya: Costly Flights Cancellation to Impact KQ Bottom Line

Kenya Airways is continues to grapple with flight cancellations and delays, occasioned by operational hurdles stemming from constrained capacity. Read more »

Kenya: KQ Announces Flight Delays As Crew Caught Up in Nairobi Traffic

Kenya Airways has announced further delays in outbound flights due to staff being caught up in heavy traffic caused by ongoing heavy rains in Nairobi. Read more »