Kenya: President Ruto Holds High-Level Talks On Education Reforms

President William Ruto on Wednesday convened Education Ministry stakeholders at State House, Nairobi, in a high-level meeting aimed at addressing key challenges in Kenya's… Read more »

Kenya: What the Venezuela Crisis Means for Kenya's Fuel Prices and Economy

Kenya could be among the indirect beneficiaries of the geopolitical upheaval unfolding in Venezuela following the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro by United States forces… Read more »

Kenya: The Simpsons Retires Iconic Character

The Simpsons has retired a fan-favourite character. Read more »

Kenya: Activist Files Case Seeking to Kick Out Nca Boss Akech Over Building Collapses

A public interest activist has filed a petition seeking the removal of National Construction Authority (NCA) Executive Director Maurice Akech, accusing the regulator of failing to… Read more »

Kenya: 'Uhuru Will Fail You Miserably' - Atwoli Warns Matiang'i Ahead of 2027 Polls

Central Organisations Trade Union (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has blamed former President Uhuru Kenyatta for Raila Odinga's loss in the 2022 General Election. Read more »

Kenya: Pastor James Irungu Collapses 79 Hours Into 80-Hour Tree-Hugging Challenge, Rushed to Hospital

Pastor James Irungu, a Murang'a resident who set out to break the national tree-hugging endurance record, collapsed just minutes before completing his 80-hour marathon challenge. Read more »

Kenya: KTDA Urges Politicians to Stop Politicizing Tea Sector Reforms

The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has urged politicians to stop politicizing tea sector reforms and instead address the issues through Parliament, as mandated by the… Read more »

Kenya: Odinga Family Thanks Kenyans and World Leaders On Late Leader's Birthday

The family of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga on Wednesday issued an emotional message of thanks to Kenyans and international leaders as they marked what would… Read more »

Africa: Zimbabwe, South Africa Ahead of Kenya in English Proficiency

Kenya has been ranked third in Africa for English proficiency, trailing South Africa and Zimbabwe, according to a new global index. Read more »

Kenya: Abdullswamad Urges Coast Region to Back President Ruto Re-Election in 2027

ODM Deputy Party Leader and Mombasa Governor Abdullswamad Sharrif Nassir has assured residents that the Coast region remains united and focused as it consults on its political… Read more »

Kenya: Carrefour Enters Ethiopian Market Through Franchise Deal With Midroc

Carrefour has entered the Ethiopian retail market through a franchise and supply partnership with Queens Supermarket PLC, a subsidiary of the Midroc Investment Group. Read more »

Kenya: Eight KDF Soldiers Charged Over Drug Trafficking As DPP Opposes Bond

Eight Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers have been arraigned at the Mombasa Law Courts and charged with trafficking narcotic drugs in a case involving methamphetamine valued at… Read more »

Kenya: Kalonzo Defends Gachagua Over BBs Mall Us Fraud Claims

Opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka has defended former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over his controversial remarks touching on the Somali community, saying the focus should… Read more »

Kenya: Nairobi Police Arrest Four, Seize Large Quantities of Suspected Cannabis in South B and Kahawa West

Nairobi police officers have seized significant quantities of suspected cannabis sativa in two separate operations in the city, resulting in the arrest of four suspects. Read more »

Kenya: Shofco Awards 6,504 Full Scholarships to Students in Informal, Marginalised Areas

As schools reopen across the country for the 2026 academic year, thousands of students from informal settlements and marginalised communities in 11 counties are returning to… Read more »

Kenya: The Matatu Musical Causes Ripples in the Entertainment Scene Ahead of Its Premiere

The Matatu Musical is one of the most anticipated stage productions in Nairobi this year. It is set to premiere on January 22, 2026, at the Kenya National Theatre. Ahead of the… Read more »

Kenya: 'Why I Signed for Nairobi United,' - Ex-Tusker Attacker Reveals

Nairobi, Kenya, January 7 2026 - United's new signing John Njuguna admits the allure of playing continental football was too strong to resist. Read more »

Kenya: Imports Widen Current Account Deficit to Sh135.3bn in Q3

Kenya's current account deficit expanded further in the third quarter (Q3) of last year, driven by higher imports relative to exports. Read more »

Kenya: Kapsabet Marathon Runner Weldon Cheruiyot Dies During Morning Training

An upcoming international athlete collapsed and died on a street in Kapsabet during a routine morning training session. Read more »

Tanzania: Two Kenyan Police Officers Arrested in Tanzania Over Cross-Border Arrest Attempt

Two Kenyan police officers have been arrested by Tanzanian authorities during an attempted cross-border arrest in the Horohoro area of Tanzania. Read more »

Kenya: Kennedy Buhere - Why Junior School Autonomy Is the Wrong Policy Choice

Junior School (JS) teachers are increasingly calling on the government to grant the Junior School level full autonomy, separating it from both primary and secondary education. Last… Read more »

Kenya: IG Kanja Reviews Plans to Establish National Police University

The National Police Service's ambition to establish a National Police University continues to gain momentum, marking a transformative chapter in police training and leadership… Read more »

Kenya: Kisumu Traders Rebuild As Kondele and Kibuye Markets Receive Sh3 Million Each Empowerment Funds

After years of disrupted trade, vandalism and lost stock caused by recurrent street demonstrations in Kisumu, small-scale traders at Kondele and Kibuye markets are beginning to… Read more »

Kenya: Search At South C Building Collapse Enters Sixth Day As Victim Is Buried

The search at the site of the South C building collapse has entered its sixth day, with rescue teams working tirelessly to clear the remaining rubble with authorities hoping to… Read more »

Kenya: Nyota Project Phase Two Business Support Rollout Set to Begin in 27 Counties

The government is set to roll out the NYOTA Project Business Support Component Phase Two following the successful completion of mandatory classroom training by youth beneficiaries… Read more »