Kenya: Kenya's Economy to Grow 4.9-5.2pc in 2026, Kepsa

Kenya's economy is showing signs of stabilisation in 2026, with GDP projected to grow between 4.9 and 5.2 per cent, but experts warn that external shocks and global uncertainties… Read more »

Kenya: Buyers to Save Sh3.6mn As Isuzu Starts Local Assembly of Mu-X Vehicle

Isuzu East Africa's MU-X sport utility vehicle buyers are expected to save up to Sh3.6 million as the company begins local assembly of the model. Read more »

Kenya: 5,000 Residents Benefit From Free Cancer Screening and Hpv Vaccination in Kirinyaga

At least 5,000 residents of Ngiriambu, Kirinyaga County, benefited from free cervical and prostate cancer screening and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination during a five-day… Read more »

Kenya: KCAA Under Fire After Sharing Faa Grounding Notice On Canada-Assembled Aircraft Without Guidance

The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) has drawn fierce criticism after sharing a US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) emergency notice on the grounding of Canada-assembled… Read more »

Kenya: Chinese-Backed Rideence to Invest Sh320mn in Ev Assembly Plant in Mombasa

Rideence Africa Limited will invest Sh320 million to begin local assembly of electric vehicles at the Associated Vehicle Assemblers (AVA) plant in Mombasa. Read more »

Kenya: We Will Get to Canaan Through Singapore, Oburu Tells ODM Supporters

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Oginga has urged party supporters to be patient and strategic while he engages President William Ruto in coalition talks as the… Read more »

Kenya: I Am Worth About Sh1bn, Eliud Owalo Says

Former Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Delivery and Government Efficiency, Eliud Owalo, has said his net worth is about Sh1 billion. Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Disburses Sh220mn in Nyota Start-Up Grants to 8,000 Youths From Kisumu, Siaya, Homa Bay

President William Ruto on Monday disbursed Sh220 million in NYOTA Start-Up Capital Grants to over 8,000 young entrepreneurs from Kisumu, Siaya, and Homa Bay counties. Read more »

Kenya: ODM Not Targeting Deputy President's Seat, Oburu Assures Kindiki

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Oginga has assured Deputy President Kithure Kindiki that the party is not targeting his position as it opens negotiations with the… Read more »

Kenya: Commuters Stranded As Confusion Over Psv Strike Paralyzes Nairobi Traffic

Commuters were stranded on Monday as confusion over a Public Service Vehicle (PSV) strike caused a major traffic snarl-up in Nairobi, with matatus blocking Outering Road at… Read more »

Kenya: Huge Traffic Snarls On Major Roads As Motorists Protest

Heavy traffic was reported on major roads across Kenya after motorists began protests early today. Read more »

Kenya: Police Lob Tear Gas As PSV Operators Block Waiyaki Way in Westlands

Police on Monday morning fired tear gas canisters to disperse a group of Public Service Vehicle (PSV) operators who had blocked Waiyaki Way in Westlands. Read more »

Kenya: JKIA an Embarrassment to Kenya, Treasury CS Mbadi Says

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has called for the construction of a new airport, describing the current state of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) as an… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya MET Explains Heatwave Limits As High Temperatures Persist Across the Country

The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has issued a clarification on what constitutes a heatwave in major urban centres, seeking to address public confusion over rising daytime… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Vehicle Leasing to Boost Local Auto Production - CS Kinyanjui

The government's push to lease more vehicles is expected to spur local automobile production, create jobs, and cut reliance on imported cars, Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary… Read more »

Kenya: Sugar Factory Workers Suspend Planned Nationwide Strike After Talks

Sugar factory workers have suspended the nationwide strike following high-level crisis talks between the Government and the Kenya Union of Sugar Plantation and Allied Workers… Read more »

Kenya: Wapi Pay Launches Diaspora-Based Credit Scoring System

Kenyan lenders could soon access a new pool of creditworthy borrowers following the launch of a remittance-based credit assessment tool by Singapore fintech firm Wapi Pay PTE Ltd,… Read more »

Kenya: MoH Plans Ai-in-Health Centre At Knh to Boost Specialized Healthcare

Kenya is moving to establish an AI-in-Health Centre of Excellence at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) to accelerate Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and enhance the delivery of… Read more »

Kenya: Rwanda Commemorates 32nd National Heroes Day With Tribute to Patriotism and Unity

Rwanda on Sunday marked the 32nd National Heroes Day (Umunsi w'Intwari), a solemn occasion honoring the courage, sacrifice, and patriotism of men and women whose actions shaped the… Read more »

Kenya: Betting and Gambling Ad Spend Falls 89pc to Sh131mn

Advertising expenditure by betting and gambling companies fell by 89 per cent to Sh131 million in the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, weighed down by stricter… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Defends Education Reforms As He Launches Nyota Programme in Kisumu

President William Ruto on Monday used the launch of the NYOTA programme in Kisumu to mount a robust defence of his administration's education reforms, saying his government is… Read more »

Kenya: From Cape Flats to the Dugout - Harambee Stars Boss Benni Mccarthy Documents Meteoric Rise in Football

NAIROBI, Kenya, February 2, 2026 -- Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has opened up on his extraordinary football journey with the release of his autobiography. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Warns Politicians Against Turning Churches Into Theatres of Violence

President William Ruto has urged political leaders to keep politics out of places of worship following the disruption of a church service in Othaya, Nyeri County, an incident that… Read more »

Kenya: WHO Issues Alert As Nipah Virus Re-Emerges in India

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a cautionary advisory to countries, including Kenya, following the confirmation of two cases of the rare but deadly Nipah virus (NiV)… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Regime Won't Be Accepted Globally - Kalonzo

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has warned that President William Ruto's government risks international isolation, saying the world will not accept what he described as a regime… Read more »