January 21
Somalia: Somalia Ratifies IGAD Treaty, Pushing Regional Bloc to Operational Threshold
Somalia has ratified the revised Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Treaty, a landmark decision that brings the regional bloc to the required two-thirds threshold… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Rules Whatsapp Chats Can Form Binding Contracts
The High Court has upheld a Sh145,000 judgment arising from an agreement that was never written, signed or stamped, affirming that contracts formed through phone calls and WhatsApp… Read more »
Kenya: Kisumu Installs First Traffic Lights On Major Roundabouts Along Jomo Kenyatta Highway
Kisumu City has marked a major milestone in urban transport management with the installation of its first-ever traffic lights along Jomo Kenyatta Highway. Read more »
Kenya: ODM Factionalism - Moses Kuria Cautions Against Quick Takeovers
Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has cautioned politicians against what he termed as a rushed attempt to take over Raila Odinga's political constituency and… Read more »
Kenya: 93 Billion Impressions - How Ishowspeed's Kenya Visit 'Broke the Internet,' Ipsos Report Reveals
Kenya generated an unprecedented 93.1 billion potential online impressions in just three days after American streaming sensation iShowSpeed turned his January 2026 visit into what… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi Hospital Performs Region's First Robotic Knee Replacements
The Metropolitan Hospital in Nairobi, in collaboration with India's Marengo Asia Hospital, has carried out the first robotic-assisted knee replacement surgeries in East and Central… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Railways Moves to Demolish Ng'ang'a, Wanjiru Churches
Kenya Railways Corporation (KR) has issued a seven-day notice for the vacation of properties along Haile Selassie Avenue and Uhuru Highway, escalating a standoff between the state… Read more »
Kenya: Wetang'ula, Family Among 28 Individuals Interviewed On Jirongo's Death
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula is among twenty-eight individuals who have recorded statements in the ongoing investigation into the fatal road traffic accident that… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Woman in Cambodia Appeals for Urgent Govt Help Amid Human and Sex Trafficking Fears
A Kenyan woman stranded in Cambodia has issued a desperate appeal to the Kenyan government, warning that she and more than 100 other Kenyans are being held in unsafe conditions and… Read more »
Kenya: Lawyer Warns NSSF, Pssf Against Using Pension Funds to Buy KPC Shares
A Nairobi-based lawyer has warned the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) and the Public Service Superannuation Fund (PSSF) against using pension savings to buy shares in Kenya… Read more »
Kenya: Why Nyayo Stadium Will Undergo Adjustments Ahead of Hsbc Division 2 Tourney
Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) CEO Thomas Odundo has revealed that the Nyayo Stadium pitch will be reduced by a few metres for next month's World Rugby 7s Series Division 2 Tournament in… Read more »
Kenya: How Kenyans Can Buy Kenya Pipeline Company Shares
Kenyans can now buy shares in the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) following the Government's decision to sell part of its stake through an Initial Public Offering (IPO) at the Nairobi… Read more »
Kenya: Kengen Assures No Injuries in Isolated Incident At Ngong Wind Power Facility
The Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has assured the public that no injuries occurred during an isolated incident involving one wind turbine at its Ngong Wind Power… Read more »
Kenya: Raila's Days - Oketch Salah Speaks Out On Loyalty and Support
Oketch Salah, who has often been described as an adopted son of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga, has broken his silence following online accusations questioning his presence… Read more »
Kenya: Sonko Launches Nedp's First Candidates As By-Election Campaigns Begin
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko's National Economic Development Party (NEDP) has officially kicked off its maiden election campaigns after issuing nomination certificates to its… Read more »
Kenya: Nubian Giraffes Translocated to Strengthen Genetic Diversity in Kenya
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has translocated three young Rothschild giraffes from Soysambu Conservancy in Naivasha to the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: Govt-World Bank Partnership Boosts ICT Uptake in Kenyan Schools
A groundbreaking collaboration between the Government of Kenya and the World Bank (WB) is significantly enhancing the uptake of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)… Read more »
Kenya: Court Halts Riruta-Ngong Railway Project Over Funding and Legal Gaps
The High Court has temporarily stopped the construction of the proposed Riruta-Ngong Commuter Metre Gauge Railway Project after issuing interim conservatory orders against Kenya… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans to Receive Perfect Valentine's Gift At Hsbc Division 2 Tourney in Nairobi
National men's rugby 7s team co-captain George 'Japolo' Ooro has promised the perfect Valentine's Day present for Kenyans who will attend the World Series Division 2 tournament in… Read more »
Kenya: Bingwafest Season Two Penultimate Leg Heads to Mumias With Ksh 17m Prize Pool Up for Grabs
World Cross Country Championships bronze medalist Daniel Ebenyo is among more than 500 athletes set to compete during the penultimate leg of the second season of Betika BingwaFest… Read more »
Kenya: 'Altered!' - Mutua Dismisses Kneeling Image At Ruto's Kasarani Event
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has publicly denounced a digitally manipulated image circulating online that falsely shows him kneeling while President William Ruto addressed… Read more »
Kenya: Official - Harambee Stars Defender Joins French Side Stade Reims
Harambee Stars defender Manzur Okwaro has completed his move to French side Stade Reims. Read more »
Kenya: Miano Urges Counties to Boost Tourism to Sh1.1tn
Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has urged county governments to identify, develop, and promote diverse tourism opportunities to help Kenya hit 5.5 million… Read more »
Kenya: Six Charged Over Sh348mn Homa Bay County Fraud, Deny All Allegations
Six people have been charged in connection with the alleged loss of Sh348.9 million from the Homa Bay County Government through the irregular award of a construction tender. Read more »
Kenya: Lionesses to Sharpen Claws in Spain Ahead of Hunt for Hsbc Division 2 Glory in Nairobi
National women's rugby 7s team captain Sheila Chajira says the Lionesses will be a fearsome opponent when they return from the high performance training camp in Spain. Read more »
