September 26, 2023
Kenya: Petitioner Seeking Tik Tok Ban Tones Down Quest
The petitioner seeking a ban on TikTok in the country due to inappropriate content has toned down and now wants regularization of the application through strict regulations. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Police Taking French Lessons in Readiness for Haiti Mission
An undisclosed number of Kenyan police officers have begun taking French lessons as logistical arrangements for the multinational security support mission in Haiti commences. Read more »
Kenya/Cameroon: Thank You Kenyans - Starlets Emotional After Massive Support at Nyayo
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba led her players in paying glowing tributes to Kenyans who thronged the Nyayo National Stadium on Tuesday afternoon to give them support… Read more »
Kenya: Naivasha Water Employees Demand Relocation of Hippos After Fatal Attack
Naivasha Water and Sewerage Company (NAIVAWASCO) employees are calling for a relocation of the hippos from Lake Naivasha following the death of their colleague after a hippo… Read more »
Kenya: Right to Health Bench Book to Serve as Guide for Judges, Magistrates and Legal Practitioners - ICJ Kenya
The International Commission of Jurists, Kenyan section alongside other key stakeholders in the judicial and legal sector kicked off in earnest a validation exercise of the, 'right… Read more »
Kenya: 3 Kenyan Startups Picked for Google Academy's AI for Health Program
Three Kenyan startups are among five in Africa that have been picked for this year's Google for Startups Growth Academy: AI for Health program. Read more »
Kenya: Turkana Leads in Govt's Cash Disbursement for Needy, Vulnerable Households
A total of Sh105.7 million has been disbursed by the national government for the needy and vulnerable households in Turkana County. Read more »
Kenya/Cameroon: Sonko Joins Harambee Starlets Post-Match Celebrations After Wafcon Qualifier Win, Donates Cash
Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko on Tuesday joined Harambee Starlets in a post match victory celebration after Kenya ousted Cameroon in the 2024 Africa Women's Cup of Nations… Read more »
Kenya: Haiti Has Asked Kenya to Intervene - Mutua on Planned Police Mission
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said the proposed Police Mission to Haiti follows a request by the country's government, denying claims that the move is driven by the global… Read more »
Kenya: IGAD to Hold Ministerial Meeting on Adoption of IGAD Youth Policy
The Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD), in collaboration with the Horn of Africa Youth Network (HoAYN) and Save the Children, is set to convene a significant… Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Affirms Govt Resolve to Improve Coffee Farmers Earnings
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Monday evening convened a high powered consultative meeting on Coffee Subsector Reforms and affirmed that the Government will not be distracted… Read more »
Kenya: Data Commissioner Fines 3 Firms Sh9.4 Million Over Data Infringements
The Office of the Data Protection Commissioners (ODPC) has fined three firms Sh9.4 million for infringing on personal data. Read more »
Kenya: Clean Up at NIS-Allied Sacco as Officials Face Charges Over Sh160 Million Fraud
A radical clean up in imminent at National Intelligence Services' Njiwa sacco after nine officials faced fraud charges at Nairobi's Kahawa Law Courts on Tuesday. Read more »
Kenya: Rift Valley Water Board Suspends CEO Oruma Amid Sh1.7 Billion Probe
The Central Rift Valley Water Works Development Agency Board has placed its Chief Executive Officer, Samuel Oruma, on compulsory leave due to alleged irregularities involving Sh1.7… Read more »
Kenya: TSC to Use 223,223 Teachers as Supervisors, Invigilators in 2023 National Examinations
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has vetted 223,223 teachers to serve as supervisors and invigilators in the national examinations. Read more »
Kenya: NCBA Seeks Full Ownership of AIG Insurance
NCBA Group Board of Directors has approved the full acquisition of AIG Kenya Insurance Company Limited for an undisclosed amount. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Host Africa Energy Forum in October
Renewable Energy Forum Africa (REFA), a European program supported by GET.invest, which mobilizes investment projects in renewable energy in developing countries, is set to hold a… Read more »
Kenya/Cameroon: We Can Turn the Tables, Says Starlets Coach Odemba Ahead of Cameroon Duel
Harambee Starlets head coach Beldine Odemba is confident they will overturn the 1-0 deficit against Cameroon in the return leg of their Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) first… Read more »
September 25, 2023
Kenya: Political Parties Liaison Committee Calls for Audit of 2022 General Election Results
Political Parties Liaison Committee has pushed for the independent audit of the 2022 presidential election results. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Flags Off 100,000 Community Health Promoter Kits to All Counties
The Government has embraced a new paradigm shift in the provision of basic healthcare and medical services to Kenyans. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, U.S. Ink 5-Year Defense Cooperation Agreement to Strengthen Bilateral Relations and Security
Kenya and the United States have officially inked a five-year Defense Cooperation Agreement, solidifying their commitment to enhance bilateral relations and bolster defense… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto to Launch Community Health Promoters Kit to Counties
President William Ruto will today launch the distribution of 100,000 kits to be used by Community Health Promoters. Read more »
Kenya: Poultry Farmers Decry Illegal Hatcheries, Breeder Farms
Kenyan poultry farmers are grappling with high losses amid an increase in illegal hatcheries and breeder farms that have resulted in an increase in the mortality rate of day-old… Read more »
Kenya: United Democratic Alliance Distances Itself From Extension Term Limit Proposal, Terms It Superfluous
The United Democratic Alliance has distanced itself from Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei to extend the Presidential term limit to seven years. Read more »
Kenya: Nyamira Doctors to Down Tools From Midnight Over CBA With County Govt
Doctors in Nyamira County are set to down their tools starting midnight following a disagreement between the county government and Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist… Read more »