Kenya: Wetangula Urges Prayers for Peace Ahead of 2027 General Election

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has appealed to religious leaders across the country to intensify prayers for peace and unity as political activity gathers momentum ahead… Read more »

Kenya: Waiguru Wins Court Battle Over Nairobi Mansion

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has secured a major legal victory after a court ordered the completion of a disputed property transaction involving a Nairobi mansion. Read more »

Kenya: Surveyors Fault Lack of Land Professionals in New NLC Appointments

The Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK) has raised concerns over the appointment of six commissioners to the National Land Commission (NLC) and Chairperson, arguing that the… Read more »

Kenya: PAC University to Host Three Landmark Leadership Events in March 2026

PAC University will host a series of three landmark events in March 2026, bringing together global and regional thought leaders, policymakers, civil society representatives, and… Read more »

East Africa: Bayer East Africa Launches Campaign Against Fake Seeds to Boost Food Security

Bayer East Africa has urged farmers nationwide to avoid purchasing counterfeit seeds this planting season, warning that uncertified seeds undermine food security and threaten… Read more »

Kenya: Sifuna Votes in LSK Polls, Links Bar Elections to Wider Fight Against Impunity

As voting got underway in the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) elections, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna cast his ballot and framed the contest as critical to the country's broader… Read more »

Kenya: Muturi Calls Out Rogue Recruitment of Kenyan Youth to Foreign War Zones

Democratic Party leader Justin Muturi has sharply criticized the Government over reports that Kenyan youth have been recruited and deployed to the Russia-Ukraine conflict , calling… Read more »

Kenya: Voting Underway As Law Society of Kenya Elects New Leadership

Voting is underway across the country as members of the Law Sociecty of Kenya (LSK) elect a new President, Vice-President and Council representatives in a pivotal contest expected… Read more »

Kenya: Treasury Launches Sh64.5bn Eurobond Buyback Plan

The National Treasury has moved to retire portions of its 2028 and 2032 Eurobonds through a $500 million (Sh64.5 billion) tender offer, in a fresh push to smooth external debt… Read more »

Kenya: Thai National Jailed 27 Years for Drug Trafficking At JKIA

A Thai national has been sentenced to 27 years in prison after being found guilty of trafficking narcotic drugs through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). Read more »

Kenya: Cherargei Calls for Probe Into Police Role in Debt-Related Property Seizures

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has called for investigations into the alleged involvement of police officers in the seizure and repossession of property from defaulting borrowers… Read more »

Kenya: LSK Elections Get Underway in Kisumu, Voting Reported Smooth

Lawyers turned up steadily at the Kisumu Law Courts on Thursday morning as voting began in the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) elections, with officials and observers reporting a smooth… Read more »

Kenya: Brotherly Bond - Two Sets of Kenyan Pro Siblings Tee-Off At Magical Kenya Open

The DP World Tour's Magical Kenya Open (MKO) presented by Absa is set to witness a unique display of brotherly camaraderie, with two sets of brothers gearing up to compete in the… Read more »

Kenya: Why Magical Kenya Open Champion Is Excited to Return to Karen Country Club

NAIROBI, Kenya, February 19, 2026 - The 2021 Magical Kenya Open champion Justin Harding says he is excited to be back at the Karen Country Club for this year's edition of the DP… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya, Israel Reaffirm Defence Ties As Tuya Hosts Israeli Envoy

Kenya and Israel have reaffirmed their bilateral defence and security cooperation, underscoring a shared commitment to strengthening strategic ties in military training and… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Receives 21,000 Doses of Long-Acting HIV Prevention Drug Ahead of March Rollout

Kenya has received an initial consignment of 21,000 starter doses of the long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir, marking the first phase of a nationwide rollout set… Read more »

Kenya: Civil Society Alliance Protests Governors' Boycott of Senate Oversight

Civil society groups have raised the alarm following a decision by the Council of Governors (CoG) to suspend appearances before key Senate oversight committees. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Launches Technology Transfer Project to Boost Local Vaccine Production

Kenya has officially launched the WHO-MPP mRNA Technology Transfer Project, a landmark step toward advanced vaccine manufacturing and strengthened health sovereignty. Read more »

Kenya: Government Settles Sh177bn Pending Road Contractor Bills

The government has cleared all pending bills for road contractors amounting to Sh177 billion, resolving payments that had been outstanding since 2020, Deputy President Kithure… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Reaffirms Commitment to Slash Malaria Cases By 80% By 2028

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has reaffirmed Kenya's commitment to an ambitious malaria elimination agenda, targeting an 80 per cent reduction in malaria incidence, a 90 per… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya and South Sudan Explore Joint Trade Commission to Boost Cross-Border Commerce

Kenya and South Sudan have launched discussions on the formation of a Joint Trade Commission aimed at addressing persistent bottlenecks hindering smooth trade between the two… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Pledges Food, Water, and Livestock Relief in Kajiado West

The Cabinet Secretary for Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, has assured residents of Kajiado West Constituency that the government is fully committed to supporting communities… Read more »

Kenya: NYOTA to Be Expanded to Support 2 Million Youth, Kindiki Reveals

The government targets supporting 2 million youth through various components of the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, Deputy President Kithure… Read more »

Kenya: NIS, DCI Report Alleges Immigration, Embassy Officers Aiding War Recruitment Ring

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 18 -- A joint investigation by the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has uncovered a disturbing network… Read more »

Kenya: Court Clears Waititu for Release Under New Bail Terms After Months in Custody

The High Court has dropped the requirement that former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu furnish a Sh53.5 million bank guarantee as a condition for bail pending appeal, replacing… Read more »