February 05
Kenya: Magwanga Takes Wanga to Court Obver Blocked Office Access
Homa Bay Deputy Governor Joseph Magwanga has moved to court, accusing Governor Gladys Wanga of unlawfully locking him out of his office, a move he says has effectively prevented… Read more »
Kenya: Online Learning Uptake in Kenyan Schools Remains Low - Report
The uptake of online learning in Kenyan primary and secondary schools remains low, despite high awareness among parents, a new report shows. Read more »
Kenya: Ruth Odinga Backs Sifuna-Led 'Rebels' As Rift Over ODM-UDA Deal Deepens
Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga has warned of turbulent times ahead for the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), backing Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and a group of leaders… Read more »
Kenya: Civil Society Coalition Calls On Govt to Permanently Abolish ID Vetting Law
A coalition of five civil society organizations and human rights groups has called on the review of the Registration of Persons Act to permanently outlaw the controversial vetting… Read more »
Kenya: Covid-19 Excuse Not Enough to Save Kenyan Athlete From Lengthy Doping Ban
Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) have slapped Kenyan athlete Bernard Kibet Koech with a four-year ban for use of a prohibited substance. Read more »
Kenya: Treasury, Kenha Begin Plans for Mau Summit-Malaba Road Upgrade
The National Treasury's Public Private Partnerships (PPP) Directorate has partnered with the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank… Read more »
Kenya: 'We Are Delivering On the Plan' - Ruto Tells Kenyans
President William Ruto has challenged the Kenyan youths to take advantage of the programmes that the government is rolling out across the country saying his government is… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya-UK Trade Hits Record Sh360bn in Q3
Bilateral trade between Kenya and the United Kingdom reached Sh360 billion in the third quarter of 2025, sustaining the highest level ever recorded for the second consecutive… Read more »
Kenya: JSC Declines to Hear Petition Against Vice Chair Isaac Ruto
The Judicial Service Commission has declined to consider a petition seeking action against its Vice Chairperson Isaac Ruto, citing the sub judice rule. Read more »
Kenya: Kericho, Bomet Farmers Face Flat Pay Amid Tea Market Slump
Tea factory boards in Region Five, covering Kericho and Bomet counties, have resolved to maintain the current monthly green leaf payment rate of Sh23 per kilogram, citing weak… Read more »
Kenya: IEBC Appoints Ledama Sunkuli As Acting CEO Following Marjan Hussein's Exit
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has appointed Director of Electoral Operations Moses Ledama Sunkuli as the Acting Chief Executive Officer and Commission… Read more »
Kenya: 'Nyota Success Measured By Jobs Created,' Says World Bank Chief
Speaking when he joined President William Ruto during the disbursement exercise to NYOTA beneficiaries covering Kilifi, Tana River, and Lamu counties, Fan said the program is… Read more »
Kenya: IFC Considers Sh1.8bn Loan for Marginpar Flower Farms
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is considering a senior loan of up to Sh1.8 billion to Star Bright Holdings Limited to finance expansion and sustainability upgrades at… Read more »
Kenya: Johnstone Muthama and Senator Agnes Kavindu Mourn the Death of Their Son
Parliamentary Service Commission commissioner Johnstone Muthama and his ex wife Machakos Senator Agnes Kavindu are mourning the death of their son, Moses Muthama. Read more »
Kenya: KNEC Releases 2024 Tvet Certificates, Candidates Asked to Collect From Colleges
The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) has announced the release of certificates for candidates who sat the March, July and November 2024 Technical and Vocational Education… Read more »
Kenya: Senate Majority Leader Cheruiyot Hails Record Attendance At Uda Aspirants Forum
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot says the unprecedented turnout of aspirants during Wednesday's United Democratic Alliance inaugural forum at State House underscores the… Read more »
Kenya: Why I Quit Ruto's UDA for Gachagua's DCP - Havi
Westlands parliamentary hopeful and senior counsel Nelson Havi has defended his decision to quit the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), saying his exit was prompted by internal… Read more »
Kenya: Jubilee's Pauline Njoroge Declares Nairobi Governor Bid
Jubilee Party Organising Secretary Pauline Njoroge has revealed her intention to contest the Nairobi governor race. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Renews Assault On Wajir Leadership Over Sh200bn Devolution Funds
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a scathing attack on the leadership of Wajir County, questioning how nearly Sh200 billion in public funds disbursed since the… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Announces Early Completion for Sh3.5 Billion Ngong-Naivasha Road Flyover
President William Ruto has announced that the Ngong Road-Naivasha Road flyover will be opened a year ahead of schedule. Read more »
Kenya: Above-Average Rains Expected in Key Regions, Weatherman Warns of Dry Spells Elsewhere
Several parts of the country are expected to receive near-average to above-average rainfall during the March-April-May (MAM) 2026 long-rains season, even as other regions face… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto to Launch the NYOTA Project in Malindi
President William Ruto is expected to preside over the NYOTA beneficiaries' disbursement exercise covering Kilifi, Tana River, and Lamu Counties. Read more »
Kenya: Three Arrested in Thika West Phone Theft Crackdown
Police in Thika West Sub-County have arrested three men in connection with a series of mobile phone snatching incidents in the Jomoko area. Read more »
Kenya: Bankers Propose 5pc Paye Cut to Boost Household Spending
Kenya's banking sector has proposed a 5 percent reduction in Pay As You Earn (PAYE) taxes across all income bands, coupled with a cap of 30 percent for the highest rate, as a… Read more »
Kenya: Miano - Kenya Leveraging Ai to Lead Next Era of Global Tourism
The government is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) and smart data as key tools to reshape the future of tourism, Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has… Read more »
