Kenya: MPs Propose Tighter TikTok Regulation, Reject Total Ban

The National Assembly is considering a petition seeking tighter regulation of TikTok in Kenya, with Members of Parliament backing firm oversight measures aimed at protecting users… Read more »

Kenya: TikTok Removes 580,000 Videos in Kenya Over Guideline Violations

TikTok removed more than 580,000 videos in Kenya during the third quarter of 2025 for violating its Community Guidelines, according to the platform's latest Community Guidelines… Read more »

Kenya: Aviation Workers Suspend Strike After Deal With Government

Aviation workers have suspended their strike after reaching an agreement with the government, paving the way for the resumption of normal airport operations. Read more »

Kenya: Pilots Warn of Fatigue Amid Ongoing Airport Staff Go-Slow

Pilots have warned of possible fatigue amid an ongoing industrial action by airport workers that may affect crew scheduling and rest. Read more »

Kenya: Traders Warn Tobacco Bill May Fuel Illicit Trade

Nairobi traders have urged the Senate to reconsider the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Bill, 2024, warning that some of its proposals could trigger a surge in illicit tobacco… Read more »

Kenya: State House Spending Surpasses Full-Year Allocation

State House has emerged as one of the fastest-spending arms of government in the opening months of the 2025/26 financial year, with new Treasury disclosures showing its recurrent… Read more »

Kenya: DCI Promises 'Comprehensive Inquiry' Into Russian Man Behind Viral Tapes With Kenyan Women

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an inquiry into widely-circulated unconsented intimate videos released by a Russian man featuring Kenyan women. Read more »

Africa: President Ruto Presides Over NIRU's Inaugural Graduation, Boosting Africa's Intelligence Education

President William Ruto on Tuesday presided over the inaugural graduation ceremony of the National Intelligence and Research University (NIRU), marking a historic milestone for the… Read more »

Kenya: Inside the Sh80bn Plan to Transform Nairobi Into a Regional Metropolis

President William Ruto on Tuesday unveiled an Sh80 billion structured financing package aimed at upgrading Nairobi into a world-class, fully functional regional capital. Read more »

Kenya: Mudavadi Defends Nairobi Cooperation Deal, Pledges Bold Reforms for the Capital

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi on Tuesday defended the newly signed cooperation agreement between the national government and Nairobi City County as a bold and timely… Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Orders Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit As Part of Sh80bn Capital Upgrade

President William Ruto has directed the Ministry of Interior to establish a dedicated Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit by April 17 in a major security reform aimed at strengthening… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Says 4-Pillar Plan for Nairobi to Unlock Additional Resources Beyond Equitable Share

President William Ruto has emphasized that the newly signed cooperation framework between the national government and Nairobi City County is designed to unlock additional resources… Read more »

Kenya: Inside the National Infrastructure Fund Bill and Its Impact

The government has introduced the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, 2025, a proposed law that could change how the country builds and pays for roads, power projects, housing,… Read more »

Kenya: Six Previous Champions Return to Clash At Magical Kenya Open Presented By Absa

The stage is set for a thrilling Magical Kenya Open presented by Absa, as all six previous champions of the event's DP World Tour era return to Kenya for the epic battle! Read more »

Kenya: Cherargei Backs Ruto's Nairobi 'Rescue' As Sifuna Warns Against Threat to Devolution

Nandi Senator Kiprotich Cherargei has lauded President William Ruto for what he termed a decisive intervention to "rescue" Nairobi City County from alleged maladministration under… Read more »

Kenya: Inside Mudavadi-Led Joint Governance Framework for Nairobi

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi will chair a new high-level steering committee under a joint national-county framework aimed at accelerating Nairobi's infrastructure… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Airways Adjusts Schedules As Aviation Workers' Strike Causes Up to 4-Hour Delays At JKIA

Kenya Airways has effected scheduling adjustments following prolonged disruptions at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) caused by an ongoing aviation workers' strike,… Read more »

Kenya: Air Traffic Controllers End Strike After Return-to-Work Deal in Talks Led By CS Chirchir

Air Traffic Control staff have ended a nationwide strike after a return-to-work deal signed by the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) and the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA). Read more »

Kenya: Senate Urged to Rethink Tobacco Bill As Traders Predict Surge in Illicit Goods

Nairobi, Kenya - Tuesday, 17 February 2026: Nairobi business traders have raised the alarm over the potential surge of illicit tobacco products should the Senate pass the Tobacco… Read more »

Kenya: Sifuna Rally - Garage Worker Shot in the Face, Identified As Vincent Ayomo

One of the two people shot dead during the Edwin Sifuna-led rally in Kitengela on Sunday has been identified as Vincent Ayomo, a 28-year-old man who worked at a local garage in the… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Gazettes 23 Candidates for February 26 By-Elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, has published the final list of candidates cleared for the upcoming February 26 by-elections. Read more »

Kenya: Govt Upgrades 122 Km Mamboleo-Miwani-Chemelil-Muhoroni-Kipsitet Road

The Government has stepped up the upgrade of the Mamboleo-Miwani-Chemelil-Muhoroni-Kipsitet Road, a key transport corridor traversing Kenya's sugar belt, in a move aimed at… Read more »

Kenya: Refugees Are Ready to Work - Kenya's Private Sector Can Drive Inclusive Growth

Kenya has taken significant legislative steps to recognise refugees as economic actors. The Refugee Act of 2021 explicitly grants recognised refugees the right to engage,… Read more »

Kenya: Aviation Safety At Risk Amid Ongoing Industrial Action - KALPA Calls for Constructive Dialogue

The Kenya Airline Pilots Association (KALPA) has emphasized the need for constructive and good-faith dialogue to end the current strike by Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU),… Read more »

Kenya: Flight Delays Persist As KAWU Strike Hits Second Day

Air passengers are facing widespread flight delays and cancellations for a second day as the Kenya Air Traffic Control Union (KAWU) and air traffic control staff continue with… Read more »