May 26
Kenya: Lobby Seeks Overhaul of Key Finance Bill 2026 Clauses Over Economic Pressure Fears
The Consumers Federation of Kenya (COFEK) has warned that several proposals in the Finance Bill 2026 could significantly raise the cost of living, weaken consumer protections and… Read more »
Kenya: Electoral Body Rejects Vote Rigging Allegations
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has dismissed claims of planned manipulation of the 2027 General Election, assuring Kenyans that the country's electoral process… Read more »
Kenya: Heavy Rains, Strong Winds and Flooding Warning Until June 1
The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecast continued rainfall across several parts of the country from May 26 to June 1, 2026, with heavy downpours expected in sections of… Read more »
Kenya: CS Mbadi Says State House Budget Too Small to Fund Education, Backs Agriculture Reforms
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has defended the State House budget allocation, saying the amount is too small to significantly support major sectors such as… Read more »
Kenya: Mudavadi Commissions Kenya's First Jigger Museum in Murang'a
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has commissioned Kenya's first jigger museum and archive centre in Murang'a County,… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Calls for Stronger African Union Institutions Amid Global Shifts
President William Ruto has called for accelerated reforms within the African Union, saying the continent must take greater control of its future through stronger institutions,… Read more »
Kenya: Olekina Warns Embassy Funding Crisis Is Hurting Kenya's Global Reputation, Questions Expansion of Foreign Missions
Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has raised concerns over the welfare of Kenyan staff serving in diplomatic missions abroad, warning that delayed salaries, unpaid rent, and financial… Read more »
Kenya: Odpp Drops Case Against Mombasa Activists Arrested Over Anti-Abduction Protests
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has withdrawn a 2024 case against a group of activists from Mombasa who had been arrested during protests against alleged… Read more »
Kenya: Petition Challenges Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa Over Alleged Sh450mn Extortion Claim
A petition has been filed at the High Court challenging the conduct of Fernandes Barasa over an alleged Sh450 million extortion claim, with the petitioner seeking declarations that… Read more »
Kenya: MPs Return to House With Budget, Revenue Bills Top of Agenda
The National Assembly resumes regular sittings this afternoon, with Members of Parliament set to embark on key budgetary and legislative business expected to shape the country's… Read more »
Kenya: CS Ogamba - Govt Committed to Teacher Welfare As KNUT Launches Wellness Report
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has reaffirmed the government's commitment to improving teacher welfare, saying the success of Kenya's education system depends on the… Read more »
Kenya: Simba Arati Defends Working With Ruto Government, Says Development Matters More Than Politics
Kisii Governor Simba Arati has defended his decision to work closely with the government of William Ruto, saying his focus remains on development and improving the lives of Kisii… Read more »
Kenya: Kileleshwa Residents Oppose High-Rise Expansion Amid Infrastructure Concerns
Kileleshwa Ward Neighbourhood Association has intensified its push for controlled urban development in Kileleshwa, citing worsening infrastructure strain, environmental degradation… Read more »
Kenya: Human Rights Groups Warn of Rising Ethnic Tensions in Nakuru Hotspots Ahead of 2027 Politics
Human rights organisations, peace committees and security agencies have raised concern over rising ethnic tensions and early political campaigns centred on "one-term" and… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Petition Seeks to Stop Banks From Arbitrary Interest Rate Hikes
A Nairobi-based petitioner has moved to the High Court seeking orders to stop commercial banks from unilaterally increasing loan interest rates, penalty charges and other borrowing… Read more »
Kenya: I&m Group Reports 19 Percent Profit Growth to Sh5.0 Billion in Q1 2026
I&M Group has reported a 19% increase in Profit After Tax to KES 5.0 billion for the first quarter of 2026, up from Sh4.2 billion in the same period last year. Read more »
Kenya: Champions-Elect Gor Mahia Finally to Face Mara Sugar After Court Clears Homa Bay Clash
Champions-Elect Gor Mahia are finally set to play their highly-contested, pending Football Kenya Federation's Leagues (FKF) Premier League match against Mara Sugar this Wednesday… Read more »
Kenya: FIFA Rescues FKF Boss Hussein, Warns of Potential Disciplinary Actions Over Constitutional Breaches
The world football governing body FIFA has come to the aid of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) chief Hussein Mohammed, stating that his suspension by the National Executive… Read more »
Kenya: HF Group Consolidates Subsidiaries Under New HFCB Identity
HF Group Plc has announced a rebrand to HFCB, consolidating its parent company and subsidiaries under a single identity as the financial services and property group seeks to… Read more »
Kenya: Family Bank Posts Sh1.6bn Q1 Profit On Strong Lending Growth
Family Bank posted a 52.6 percent rise in first-quarter net profit to Sh1.6 billion, supported by strong growth in interest income, customer deposits, and lending activity as the… Read more »
Kenya: CMA Approves Two Ispp Platforms in Push to Expand Digital Investing
The Capital Markets Authority has licensed two fintech firms to operate as Intermediary Service Platform Providers (ISPPs), in a move aimed at widening digital access to regulated… Read more »
Kenya: Mitsumi Targets Kenya's Youth With $2m Ai Cloud Infrastructure Investment
Technology distributor Mitsumi is investing $2 million (Sh 258 million) in an artificial intelligence (AI) cloud platform aimed at expanding access to computing infrastructure for… Read more »
Kenya: Equity, MSC Launch Fisheries Financing Drive Targeting Women, Youth
Equity Group Holdings and MicroSave Consulting have launched a new initiative aimed at improving access to financing, reducing post-harvest losses and enhancing productivity in… Read more »
Kenya: Cofek Moves to Court to Stop Ketraco CEO Recruitment Over 'Illegal' Job Requirements
A fresh legal battle has erupted over the recruitment of a new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer for Kenya Electricity Transmission Company, after the Consumer… Read more »
Kenya: Kisii Women Leaders Condemn Remarks Against First Lady May Arati
Women leaders in Kisii County have strongly condemned remarks made against Kisii First Lady May Arati by Ichuni Ward MCA Wycliffe Siocha, describing the statements as… Read more »
