January 28
Kenya: Boda Boda Riders in Kisii Trained On Financial Literacy Amid Tough Economic Times
Boda boda riders in Kisii County have received financial literacy training aimed at promoting responsible borrowing, proper loan management, and improved financial wellbeing amid… Read more »
Kenya: Audit - Fake Claims Cost Sha Sh11bn in Losses
Kenya lost Sh11 billion through fraudulent claims submitted to the Social Health Authority (SHA), an audit by the Ministry of Health has revealed. Read more »
Kenya: 1998 U.S. Embassy Bombing - Court Rules Govt Not Liable for Victims' Compensation
The government will not compensate victims of the 1998 Nairobi bomb blast after the High Court dismissed a petition seeking damages, dealing a blow to a case filed more than two… Read more »
Kenya: 'Beware of Wounded Batoto Ba Mungu,' - Gor Keeper Warns Teammates Ahead of Battle With Relegation Candidates
Gor Mahia goalkeeper Byrne Omondi is worried about the threat posed by Sofapaka ahead of Saturday's Kenya Premier League clash at Kasarani Stadium. Read more »
Kenya: Magical Kenya Open Set to Intensify Hunt for DP World Tour's International Swing Points
For the umpteenth time, the Magical Kenya Open (MKO) will be a key part of the DP World Tour's International Swing schedule. Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Aides Say Nigerian Leader Unharmed After Stumbling in Ankara
Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu briefly stumbled and fell during a reception ceremony at the Presidential Complex in Ankara on Tuesday but was not injured and proceeded with… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto to Seek Court Ruling On Legal Status of Political Party Manifestos
President William Ruto announced on Wednesday that he will seek court interpretation on the legal status of political party manifestos in government policy implementation, citing… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Explores New Development Financing Options With China for Infrastructure Projects
Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary, Korir Sing'oei, held high-level discussions with senior Chinese finance officials to explore innovative development financing options for… Read more »
Kenya: EU, Kenya Launch Sh454mn Project to Strengthen National Cybersecurity Ecosystem
The European Union and the Government of Kenya have launched a major initiative to strengthen the country's national cybersecurity ecosystem as Kenya accelerates its digital… Read more »
Kenya: Unchecked Spending and Foreign Funds Could Undermine 2027 Elections, IEBC Says
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has stepped up its call for Parliament to enact robust new laws governing campaign financing, saying the current legal… Read more »
Kenya: Loss of Funding, Deregistration Loom for Non-Compliant Political Parties - ORPP
Political parties preparing for the 2027 General Election will face tighter regulatory scrutiny, with the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) warning that failure… Read more »
Kenya: Police Chief Visits Hulugho After Al-Shabaab Kills Chief and Teacher in Garissa
Deputy Inspector-General of Police Gilbert Masengeli on Tuesday visited Hulugho Township in Garissa County to condole with the family of the slain Boma Location Chief and to… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Presides Over Swearing-in of New Appellate Judges
President William Ruto on Wednesday presided over the swearing-in of fifteen new judges to the Court of Appeal at State House, Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: Moody's Upgrades Kenya's Credit Rating On Lower Default Risk
Moody's Ratings has upgraded Kenya's sovereign credit rating from B3 to Caa1, citing a decline in near-term default risk supported by stronger external liquidity and improved… Read more »
Kenya: 'Seeing Is Believing' - Keynan Plan July Tour to Defend Development Record
Eldas MP Adan Keynan has joined a growing number of North Eastern leaders pushing back against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's claims that the region's persistent… Read more »
Kenya: Kulabu Players 'Obsessed' With Kenya Cup Return
Mwamba RFC player Brian Mutugi has reiterated the team's desire to return to the Kenya Cup after last season's relegation from the top flight. Read more »
Kenya: Tower Sacco Reveals Sh150mn Cash Deposit Losses in Kuscco
Tower Sacco has disclosed that it lost Sh149.5 million in cash deposits held at the financially troubled Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Cooperatives (KUSCCO) last year. Read more »
Kenya: Haiti TPC Leadership Visits GSF As Gang Suppression Efforts Intensify
Top Haitian officials visited Gang Suppression Force (GSF) personnel on Tuesday to strengthen cooperation with the unit tasked with combating gangs in the Caribbean nation. Read more »
Kenya: FKF CEO Challenges Affidavit in Court Over Removal From Office
Embattled FKF Chief Executive Officer Harold Ndege has asked the court to strike out an affidavit sworn by Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Hussein Mohammed in a case… Read more »
Kenya: Oketch Salah Fires Back At Winnie, Vows to Reveal 'Truth' About Raila's Final Moments
Businessman Oketch Salah has vowed to publicly respond to claims made by Winnie Odinga regarding his presence during former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's final moments, insisting… Read more »
Kenya: Dubai Food Platform to Link Kenyan, African Firms to Global Markets
Kenya is targeting a share of the $567 billion global food economy as Gulfood360 Africa/Kenya prepares to debut in Nairobi from May 4-6, 2027. Read more »
January 27
Kenya: Govt Moves to Clear NHIF Legacy Bills to Protect Health Services
The Ministry of Health has intensified efforts to resolve longstanding unpaid medical bills inherited from the now-defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) as part of the… Read more »
Kenya: Funding Crisis Freezes Registration of 32 New Political Parties Ahead of 2027 Polls
Registration of new political parties has stalled after the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) ran out of funds to verify compliance requirements, potentially… Read more »
Kenya: Wednesday Blackouts - Kenya Power Names Affected Areas
Kenya Power has announced planned power interruptions that will affect parts of Nairobi and several other counties on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Read more »
Kenya: SHA to Block Drug Claims From Hospitals That Fail to Dispense Medicine
Duale said the move follows the detection of a widespread and persistent pattern in public health facilities where patients complete consultations, laboratory tests and scans, but… Read more »










