November 12
Kenya: Sakaja Announces 140mn Litres of Water Boost to Ease Nairobi's Supply Crisis
Residents of Nairobi will soon benefit from an additional 140 million litres of water daily from the Northern Water Collection Tunnel, a major project aimed at addressing the… Read more »
Kenya: Section of Bomet Legislators Want Barchock Charged With Graft
A section lawmakers from Bomet now want Governor Hillary Barchok charged over alleged corruption and misappropriation of funds in the county. Read more »
Kenya: Poultry Farmers in Mombasa Protest New Levy, Call for Unified Tax Policy
Poultry farmers in Mombasa and nearby regions are urging the Council of Governors (CoG) to address double taxation on poultry products, citing how inconsistent county tax policies… Read more »
Kenya: COP29 Green Zone Opens As Hub for Practical Climate Solutions and Global Collaboration
COP29 launched its Green Zone on the first day of the climate conference in Azerbaijan, establishing a hub focused on transforming climate commitments into real-world actions. Read more »
Kenya: COP29 Kicks Off With Early Agreement On Carbon Credit Standards and Ambitious Climate Goals
The COP29 climate summit opened in Baku, Azerbaijan, with an early breakthrough as nations reached a consensus on standards for carbon credits under Article 6.4 of the Paris… Read more »
Kenya: 13 Officials Including Invigilators Arrested in Siaya After Police Discovered Pre-Filled KCSE Maths Paper
Police in Siaya are holding 13 teachers after their arrest on Monday over examinations malpractice during the ongoing Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). Read more »
Kenya: 'Kenya Is a Sleeping Giant in Mountain Running' - Wmra Boss Tomo Sarf
World Mountain Running Association (WMRA) president Tomo Sarf believes Kenya can become a huge force in the sport, with the right investment and development. Read more »
Kenya: TSC Announces 5,690 Slots for School Managers and Deputies
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has advertised 5,690 job vacancies for Principals, Deputy Principals, Headteachers, and Deputy Headteachers. Read more »
Kenya: 12-Year Boy Stabs Friend to Death in Quarrel Over Toys
Residents of Kipkaren Estate on the outskirts of Eldoret City are in shock after a 12-year-old boy has stabbed his friend to death following a quarrel over toys. Read more »
November 11
Kenya: Govt to Genetically Preserve Two Remaining Northern White Rhinos
President William Ruto has affirmed the government's commitment to the genetic preservation of the two remaining Northern White Rhinos in the world, which are held at the Ol Pejeta… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Outlines Ambitious Climate Agenda At COP29, Focused On Green Energy and Financial Reforms
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale are in Azerbaijan's capital Baku for COP29, where Kenya is presenting its ambitious climate… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Calls for Comprehensive Climate Finance Reforms At COP29
Kenya's Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has outlined Kenya's priorities for the global climate finance system during the COP29 conference that kicked off on Monday. Read more »
Kenya: Ex-Mungiki Leader Maina Njenga Acquitted Over Lack of Evidence
Supporters of former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga burst into song at the Nakuru Law Courts after he was acquitted of criminal charges against him. Read more »
Kenya: Dying Silently - Ndereba Urges Male Athletes to Open Up About Experiences With GBV
Four-time Boston Marathon champion Catherine Ndereba has urged male athletes going through gender based violence (GBV) and other challenges to speak out. Read more »
Africa: COP29 Climate Summit Opens in Baku With Focus On Global Finance, Green Energy Solutions
The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) opened on Monday at the Baku Olympic Stadium, Azerbaijan, drawing world leaders, policymakers, environmental experts, and activists. Read more »
Kenya: Education Ministry Urges Expedited Prosecution of Exam Fraud for Deterrence
Cabinet Secretary for Education Julius Migos Ogamba has urged the Judiciary to expedite the prosecution of those found guilty of exam misconduct. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Urges Gen Z to Register As Voters to Define Their Future
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on Kenyan youth, particularly Generation Z, to register as voters to shape their future through the ballot. Read more »
Kenya: CS Duale Leads Kenya's Delegation to COP29 in Azerbaijan for Climate Confrence
Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale is in Baku, Azerbaijan, to spearhead Kenya's representation at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP 29),… Read more »
Kenya: Short and Long-Term Effects of COP29 On Climate
As COP29 kicks off in Baku, Azerbaijan, world leaders, climate experts and activists are meeting to address pressing climate issues, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions and… Read more »
Kenya: 19 Kenyan World War II Veterans Honored - a Tribute to Our Heroes
In a moving ceremony on Saturday, November 9, UK High Commissioner to Kenya Neil Wigan presented replacement medals to 19 Kenyan veterans who served in the British Army during… Read more »
Kenya: Suspect Behind Telegram Group Distributing Leaked KCSE Exams Arrested
A suspect behind a Telegram group distributing leaked Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination material to parents and students has been arrested. Read more »
November 10
Kenya: We Have No Bitterness With Anybody, What We Want Is a Peaceful Country - Gachagua
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that he holds no bitterness with anyone including his political rivals following his impeachment from office. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Urges Govt to Continue With War Against Illicit Brew
Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has urged the government to carry on with the campaign against illicit brew and drug abuse among the youth, an initiative he has been… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Committed to Supporting Sugar Farmers Under New Reforms - Ruto
President William Ruto has reaffirmed the government's Commitment to support radical reforms in the sugar Industry after assenting to the Sugar Bill 2022. Read more »
November 08
Kenya: Tourists Exempted From Declaring IMEI Numbers Upon Arrival
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has exempted tourists from declaring the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of their gadgets upon arrival, aiming to maintain… Read more »