Kenya: Don't Force Exams At the Expense of School Stability, Bitok Tells Teachers

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has cautioned teachers and school administrators against forcing students to sit examinations when they express anxiety or indicate… Read more »

East Africa: Danish Chamber Taps Kepsa Network to Expand Business Footprint in East Africa

Kenyan businesses are set to gain stronger links with Danish investors and firms following a strategic cooperation agreement between the Danish Chamber of Commerce (DCC) and the… Read more »

Kenya: Africa's AI Growth Must Priorities Disability Access, Experts Tell Inclusive Tech Summit

Global technology leaders and disability rights advocates at the 2026 Inclusive Africa Conference (IAC) have called for urgent reforms to ensure Artificial Intelligence (AI) and… Read more »

South Africa: Ramaphosa Rejects Xenophobia Label, Calls for African Solutions

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has rejected claims of xenophobia, instead describing migration pressures as a continental challenge that requires African-led solutions,… Read more »

Kenya: KRA Forgoes Sh9.1bn in Taxes to Cushion Consumers From Fuel Price Surge

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has forgone Sh9.1 billion in tax revenue over the past two months following the government's decision to reduce Value Added Tax (VAT) on petroleum… Read more »

Kenya: Ramaphosa Receives Ruto At Union Buildings Ahead of Talks

President Cyril Ramaphosa has received President William Ruto at the Union Buildings in Pretoria, marking the start of high-level engagements aimed at deepening cooperation between… Read more »

Kenya: Tana River MCAs Go Three Months Without Salaries Amid Budget Dispute

Members of the Tana River County Assembly and staff have reportedly gone without salaries for three months, raising concerns over the assembly's financial management and triggering… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya, South Africa Sign 6 Deals Including Pact On Trade Facilitation

Kenya and South Africa on Thursday signed six Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at deepening trade, maritime connectivity, skills development and cultural cooperation. Read more »

Kenya: 19 Officials Charged in Sh14bn Sacco Scandal Over Alleged Decade-Long Fraud

Nineteen individuals have been arraigned in connection with a suspected Sh14 billion fraud scheme involving a major Savings and Credit Cooperative (Sacco), in a case that has once… Read more »

Kenya: No Early Midterm Break Despite School Unrest, PS Bitok Says

Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has ruled out an early midterm break despite a growing wave of student unrest that has forced several schools to close, insisting that… Read more »

Kenya: EACC Recovers Sh65mn in Cash During Raid On City Planning Official's Home

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered more than Sh65 million in cash during a search operation at the residence of Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban… Read more »

Kenya: Nairobi Chief Officer Arrested With Millions Stashed in Suitcases At Home

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning Patrick Analo Akivaga after detectives recovered… Read more »

Kenya: Bolt Targets Everyday Consumer Spending With Quickmart Retail Deal

Bolt Food has expanded into Kenya's on-demand retail segment through a partnership with supermarket chain Quickmart, in what it says will deepen digital commerce adoption and… Read more »

Kenya: Hybrid Work Demand Spurs Nairobi Office Expansion As IWG Opens Three New Centres

Demand for flexible office space is reshaping Nairobi's commercial property market, with International Workplace Group (IWG) opening three new workspaces in the capital as… Read more »

Kenya: New Packaging Technology Promises to Cut Losses for Kenyan Flower Exporters

Every day, millions of Kenyan roses begin a journey of more than 6,000 kilometres to flower markets across Europe. Read more »

Kenya: Israel Eyes Bigger Role in Expanding Global Markets for Kenyan Flower Exports

Israel is seeking to deepen its agricultural partnership with Kenya by leveraging its global trade networks and technological expertise to help expand international market access… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Power Moves to Regularize EV Charging Customers As E-Mobility Tariff Revenues Surge

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 4-Kenya Power has begun a countrywide exercise to identify and migrate all customers using electricity to charge electric vehicles (EVs) onto its dedicated… Read more »

Kenya: Britam Pays Sh97.3m in Climate-Linked Claims in 2025

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 4-Britam paid out Sh97.3 million in insurance claims in 2025 to cushion more than 402,681 farmers and pastoralists affected by climate-related shocks across… Read more »

Kenya: Parliament Orders Special Audit of Public Service Internship Programme Over Payment Delays

Parliament's Budget and Appropriations Committee has directed the Auditor-General to conduct a special audit of the Public Service Internship Programme (PSIP) amid concerns over… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Private Sector Contracta As Costs Spike to 2023 Highs - PMI

NAIROBI,Kenya,June 4- Kenya's private sector contracted further in May as rising costs, weakening demand and shrinking new orders dragged business conditions to their lowest level… Read more »

Kenya: JKIA Screening Chaos Exposes Ebola Risk Gaps in Kenya

Concerns are growing over Kenya's disease surveillance systems after chaotic scenes at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) exposed major gaps in passenger screening… Read more »

Kenya: SHA Appoints Assistant Director for Corporate Communication After Wednesday Interviews

The Social Health Authority (SHA) has appointed Winfred Nduku Nthiani as Assistant Director for Corporate Communication, bringing to a close a competitive recruitment process that… Read more »

Kenya: Electric Motorcycle Maker YADEA Expands East African Footprint With Kenya Entry

Kenya's growing electric mobility sector received a boost on Wednesday after electric two-wheeler manufacturer YADEA entered the local market, unveiling a motorcycle tailored for… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Bets On Data and Space Technology to Drive Growth, Attract Investors

NAIROBI,Kenya,June 4-Kenya is seeking to strengthen its appeal to investors and technology innovators by championing greater investment in data systems, artificial intelligence and… Read more »

Kenya: NLP, PLP Launch Joint Citizen Engagement Drive in Opposition Unity Push

The National Liberal Party (NLP) and the People's Liberation Party (PLP) have committed to a joint nationwide citizen engagement programme, positioning themselves as liberal allies… Read more »