August 08
East Africa: MPs Committee to Vet Nominees for EAC Affairs and Attorney General Friday
The National Assembly Committee on Appointments is set to reconvene Friday to vet Beatrice Askul, nominee for EAC Affairs and Regional Development, and Dorcas Oduor, nominee for… Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Roll Out Unified Public Service Identification to Curb Ghost Workers, Graft
The government is set to introduce a unified public service identification system aimed at eliminating ghost workers and combating graft within the public sector, President William… Read more »
Kenya: From Paris With Love! Kenyan Athletes in Olympics Plead for Patience and Support
Several athletes in Team Kenya's Paris 2024 Olympics squad have been vilified on social for their performances. Read more »
Kenya: Sports PS Eng. Tum Hosts Top French Delegation At Olympics Kenya House in Paris
As Team Kenya racked-up its fourth medal at the ongoing Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Kenya House located in the French Capital was a bee-hive of activities as Sports Principal… Read more »
Kenya: Roadblocks Mounted as Police Step Up Passenger Checks to Isolate Protesters
Heavy police deployment was observed in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and other major towns, with roadblocks and passenger checks aimed at isolating protesters. On Thursday,… Read more »
Kenya: Jubilee Unveils Dollar Denominated Money Market Fund
The Jubilee Asset Management Limited has introduced a U.S. dollar-denominated fund to attract hard currency investment. Read more »
Kenya: Courts to Remain Open Amid 'Nane Nane' Protests
The Judiciary has resolved to leave all courts open during Thursday's planned anti-government protests by Kenyan youth. Read more »
Uganda/Kenya: Tusker's Okere Looks to Solidify Team in Uganda Pre-Season Tour
Tusker FC interim coach Charles Okere is confident that the pre-season tour of Uganda will be crucial for the team to be well ready to challenge for the title in the new season of… Read more »
Kenya: Moraa Chuffed With Her Maiden Career Olympic Medal in Paris
There is an old adage in sports that those who win bronze medals at the Olympics are actually happier than those who clinch silver. Read more »
Kenya: Automated Public Procurement Portal Goes Live
Public Procurement Regulatory Authority, in partnership with GIZ and Strathmore University's @iLabAfrica, has announced the launch of the upgraded Public Procurement Information… Read more »
Kenya: Olympics - Crisp, Clean Kipyegon Smashes Her Way Into 1,500m Final
World record holder and double world champion Faith Kipyegon showed she has all but recovered from the chaotic 5,000m final at the Olympic Games two days ago when she stormed into… Read more »
August 07
Kenya: Parliament Approves Ruto's 19 Cabinet Secretary Nominees, Rejects One
Parliament has approved 19 Cabinet Secretary nominees for appointment by President Ruto. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Rallies Kenyans to Reject Demos, Warns Nane Nane Planners Against Violence
President William Ruto has rallied Kenyans to reject demos that can disrupt peace in the country amid unease over planned protests on Thursday. Read more »
Kenya: Odinga to Face Candidates From Djibouti, Mauritius and Madagascar For AU Chairmanship
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will now face off with three candidates for the Africa Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Position. Read more »
Kenya: House Appointments Committee Rejects Stella Lang'at Nomination to Cabinet
The National Assembly Committee on Appointments has rejected the nomination of Stella Lang'at as President William Ruto's nominee for Gender. Read more »
Kenya: CBK Prints 2024 Series Banknotes With Updated Security Features
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has printed 2024 series banknotes with updated security features ahead of a phased rollout begining with teh Sh1,000 note. Read more »
Kenya: 'Brave Soldier' Wiseman Were Bows Out of Olympics 400m Hurdles
Wiseman Were's Olympics journey in Paris came to an end on Wednesday evening after he finished fifth in the third semi-final of the men's 400m hurdles. Read more »
Kenya: CBK Projects Stability in Kenya's Forex Market
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) now projects Kenya's forex market to remain stable despite reducing the lending rate to 12.75 percent. Read more »
Kenya: New Cabinet Secretaries to Be Sworn in Thursday Following Parliamentary Approval
New Cabinet Secretaries will be sworn in on Thursday morning following approval by the National Assembly. Read more »
Kenya: Tabitha Mutinda Bids Price Control Law for Essential Goods
A new law proposing price control for essential household good will empower government to determine wholesale and retail prices, upsetting the preveiling market-driven pricing… Read more »
Kenya: 'Cherotich Will Bring It Home in Future - Steeplechase Record Holder Chepkoech Tips As She Bids Track Farewell in Paris Olympics
Having already taken some impressive scalps in the women's 3000m steeplechase, Beatrice Chepkoech is overly excited to chase her new dreams in road running. Read more »
Kenya: Why Gender CS Nominee Stella Lang'at Failed Vetting Test
The National Assembly Committee on Appointments has rejected the nomination of Stella Lang'at as President William Ruto's nominee for Gender, citing her failure to demonstrate… Read more »
Kenya: Maraga Urges Confidence Building to Bridge Trust Deficit in Courts
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has highlighted the need to rebuild trust in African judicial and police institutions noting an acute deficit. Read more »
Kenya: Kuccps CEO Summoned for Failing to Make University, College Placements Public
The Commission of Administrative Justice has summoned the Kenya Universities and College Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) CEO for failing to make public universities and colleges… Read more »
Kenya: Law Seeking Pensioners Be Paid Within 90 Days Passed
The National Assembly has approved the Pensions (Amendment) Bill, mandating that retirement benefits be processed within 90 days from the date they become payable. Read more »