February 13
Kenya: Govt, Media Players Advocate for Balanced Ai Regulation As Kenya Marks World Radio Day
Kenya marked World Radio Day with renewed calls to safeguard radio's public service mandate while embracing emerging technologies responsibly. Read more »
Kenya: Princess Zahra Aga Khan Honoured for Advancing Health and Education
President William Ruto has awarded Her Highness Princess Zahra Aga Khan the Elder of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya (EGH) in honour of her outstanding leadership in… Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Pushes for Faster Implementation of Ibec Resolutions
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has put government institutions on notice over what he termed as slow implementation of decisions made at recent Intergovermental Budget and… Read more »
Kenya: 2026/27 Budget to Rise By Sh173bn, Budget Policy Statement Shows
The 2026/27 national budget is projected to increase by Sh173 billion to Sh4.7 trillion, up from Sh4.5 trillion in the 2025/26 financial year, according to the Budget Policy… Read more »
Kenya: Mogo Secures Sh800m From I&m Bank, Ecobank for SME Lending
Mogo Kenya has secured Sh800 million in local debt from I&M Bank and Ecobank, setting the stage for expanded lending to small and micro enterprises, particularly in the boda… Read more »
Kenya: Kiambu Residents Raise Data Protection Concerns At Parliamentary Hearings On Partial Divestiture of Safaricom PLC Shares
Residents of Kiambu County have raised concerns about data security following the proposed partial divestiture of the Government of Kenya's shares in Safaricom Plc. Read more »
Kenya: Private Investors Gain Powers to Elect Kengen Directors
Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has approved governance reforms granting private investors the power to elect independent directors, in a move aimed at strengthening… Read more »
Kenya: Migori Forum Highlights Gaps in 10-Point Agenda Implementation
The Committee overseeing the implementation of the 10-point agenda and the NADCO report has conducted a public forum in Migori County to gather views on progress and identify… Read more »
Kenya: Government to Establish Digital Hubs in Every Ward, Says ICT CS Kabogo
ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo, has called on residents of the Central region to embrace the government's development agenda. Read more »
Kenya: Skoot Rolls Out Electric Tuk-Tuks in Nairobi
Electric mobility firm Skoot Technology has launched a battery-swapping electric three-wheeler in Kenya, targeting urban tuk-tuk operators seeking to cut fuel costs. Read more »
Kenya: MPs Push for Nationwide Awareness to Curb Sexual Offences
Lawmakers have thrown their weight behind the Sexual Offences (Amendment) Bill, 2023, which seeks to introduce nationwide public education on sexual crimes and safeguard the right… Read more »
Kenya: Dual Somali-Australian National Arrested At JKIA Over Fraud
A 37-year-old dual citizen of Somalia and Australia has been arrested at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in connection with a fraud investigation, the Kenya Police Service has… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Gulf Energy Affirms Its Commitment to Invest U.S.$ 6bn and Maintain World-Class Standards in the Turkana Oil Production Journey
A local petroleum exploration and production firm has pledged to maintain international best practice in the production of crude oil resources in Turkana County. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Presses for Batuk Reforms Ahead of 2026 Defence Review
Tension appears to be rising between Kenya's National Assembly and the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK) as the two countries prepare to renegotiate the Defence Cooperation… Read more »
Kenya: Why Kenya May Host World Rugby Division 1 Tourney in Near Future
Kenya has been tipped to host more international rugby tournaments in the future due to ongoing construction of sports facilities around the country. Read more »
Kenya: EACC Probes Alleged Sh5mn Lavish Housewarming At Vihiga Speaker's Residence
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has launched investigations into the alleged misuse of public funds following claims that Sh5 million was spent on a lavish… Read more »
Kenya: Police Bullets Playmaker Joins Zambian Giants On Two-Year Deal
Zambian champions Zesco Ndola Girls FC have officially completed the signing of Kenyan international attacking midfielder Ivy Faith Omondi on a two-year contract from Police… Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Welcomes World As Nairobi Hosts Opening Leg of Hsbc Svns 2 Tournament
Nairobi has stepped firmly onto the international sporting spotlight after World Rugby-selected Kenya to host the opening leg of the HSBC SVNS 2 series, a milestone event set for… Read more »
Kenya: Stakeholders Propose Terms Limits for Athletics Kenya Officials
Athletics stakeholders have proposed the introduction of term limits for top officials of Athletics Kenya (AK). Read more »
Kenya: CFAO Kenya Opens New Farm Machinery Showroom in Mombasa
CFAO Kenya has opened a new Case IH agricultural machinery showroom at Mnazi Mmoja in Mombasa, marking a major investment in farm equipment in the coastal region. Read more »
Africa: CAF to Hold Crucial Meeting in Tanzania Amid Uncertainty Over Afcon 2027
NAIROBI, Kenya, February 13, 2026 - Confederation of African Football (Caf) president Patrice Motsepe has arrived in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania ahead of a crucial Executive Committee… Read more »
February 12
Kenya: Security Scare As Man Runs Towards President Ruto During Mandera Tour
A security scare occurred on Thursday when a man attempted to run towards President William Ruto during a public tour in Mandera County. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Court Charges Cult Leader Paul Mackenzie Over 52 More Deaths
Paul Mackenzie, a self-proclaimed religious preacher and seven others linked to an infamous doomsday cult have been charged over the deaths of dozens of people whose bodies were… Read more »
Kenya: IG Kanja Orders Probe After Security Scare At President Ruto's Wajir Event
The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has ordered an immediate inquiry into a security incident that occurred on Wednesday during a public event in Wajir County attended by… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Rules Sh22mn Justice Majanja Insurance Payout to Be Shared As Intestate Estate
The High Court in Nairobi has ruled that Sh22 million arising from the late Justice David Majanja's Group Life Assurance (GLA) policy will not be handed to a single beneficiary… Read more »
