Kenya: Raila Gone - What It Means for President Ruto's 2027 Campaign

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 23 - The death of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga has dramatically altered the country's political landscape, complicating President William Ruto's path… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Energizes 400/220kv Mariakani Substation, Boosting Coastal Power Supply and Industrial Growth

The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) has officially energized the 400/220kV Mariakani Substation, a milestone set to deliver reliable, stable, and affordable… Read more »

Kenya: UAE's $1 Billion Ai Fund Can Transform Kenya's Economy

The recent G20 Summit in South Africa made headlines for several reasons. It was the first time the G20 convened on African soil, a symbolic milestone for the continent. The… Read more »

Kenya: Majority Hail Govt Handling of Raila's State Funeral, Tifa Survey Shows

A significant majority of Kenyans have expressed approval of how President William Ruto's administration managed the state funeral of the late opposition leader Raila Odinga,… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Ships Apple Mangoes to UK in Festive Export Breakthrough

Kenya has shipped its first-ever consignment of Apple mangoes to the United Kingdom, marking a major breakthrough for the country's horticultural exports ahead of the festive… Read more »

Kenya: Education Ministry Receives 100,000 Requests for Grade 10 Placement Changes On Day One of Review Window

The Ministry of Education has revealed that it received around 100,000 requests from learners and parents seeking changes to Grade 10 school placements on the first day of the… Read more »

Kenya: Mariguini Slum Residents Protest Low Compensation Ahead of Nairobi Affordable Housing Project

Residents of Mariguini slum in Nairobi's South B are protesting the imminent demolition of their homes and businesses, as the government prepares to implement its affordable… Read more »

Africa: President Ruto Backs Safaricom-Ethio Telecom Joint Investments Across Horn of Africa

President William Ruto held high-level talks with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali in Addis Ababa, resulting in a landmark agreement to support joint investment initiatives… Read more »

Kenya: Sonko Condemns Assault On Nairobi Cab Driver By Female Passengers, Urges Police Action

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has expressed outrage over the alleged assault of a cab driver in Nairobi, calling the incident "deeply disturbing" and demanding swift police… Read more »

Kenya: Kibunguchy's Family Demands Probe Into Sudden Death, Suspected Food Poisoning

The family of former Likuyani Member of Parliament Enoch Kibunguchy has demanded a thorough and independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding his sudden death,… Read more »

South Sudan: Supermodel Anok Yai Undergoes Surgery for Congenital Defect

Anok Yai has been diagnosed with a congenital defect which has been "slowly destroying" her lungs. Read more »

Kenya: Govt Moves to Upgrade Kyuso-Tseikuru Road Amid Ruto-Kalonzo Spat

The government has announced plans to upgrade the Kyuso-Tseikuru Road in Kitui County, a key route leading to Tseikuru, the rural home of Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka. Read more »

Kenya: Luo Professionals Urge Legal Process in Kenya's Nuclear Power Debate

A debate over Kenya's proposed nuclear energy programme has taken a new turn after the Ramogi Professional Caucus (RPC) called for greater transparency from groups claiming to… Read more »

Kenya: Lawyer Moves Court to Halt General Election Over IEBC Boundaries Review

A city lawyer has filed a petition seeking to bar the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) from conducting any elections or referendum until it complies with… Read more »

Kenya: Seven Soldiers Released On Sh500,000 Bond in Mombasa Drug Case

Seven soldiers accused of trafficking methamphetamine valued at Sh192 million were on Monday released on bond after a Mombasa court declined to further extend their custodial… Read more »

Kenya: Senior Counsel Evans Ondieki Launches Book On Artificial Intelligence in the Judiciary

Senior Counsel Evans Ondieki has launched a book titled "Artificial Intelligence and the Judiciary", aimed at helping both practicing advocates and ordinary litigants navigate… Read more »

Kenya: Support for Broad-Based Govt Doubles After Raila's Death, Tifa Survey Shows

Public approval of the Broad-Based Government arrangement has surged sharply in the months following the death of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga, but nearly half of Kenyans… Read more »

Kenya: ODM Faces Internal Divisions and Uncertain Future in Post-Raila Era, Tifa Poll Shows

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is grappling with internal divisions and an uncertain political future following the death of its long-serving leader, Raila Odinga, according… Read more »

Kenya: Kindiki Dismisses Health Concerns After Skipping Baringo Cultural Festival

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has dismissed speculation about his health, insisting he is "well, very well," following reports that he was unwell and unable to accompany his… Read more »

Kenya: Police Arrest Suspected Mastermind in Nairobi Counterfeit Currency Bust

Detectives from Lucky Summer Police Station have arrested a key suspect believed to be the mastermind behind a counterfeit currency syndicate operating in Nairobi, recovering a… Read more »

Kenya: Court Rules KETRACO's Compulsory Leave for Senior Manager Unlawful

The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nairobi has declared illegal and unconstitutional the decision by the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) to place… Read more »

Kenya: Clinical Officers Set to Strike Nationwide From Midnight Over Unresolved Grievances

Clinical officers were sey to begin a nationwide strike at midnight on Monday after the expiry of a 21-day strike notice, the Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) has announced. Read more »

Kenya: Governor Otuoma, Lands CEC Summoned Over Alleged Contempt of Court

Busia Governor Paul Otuoma has been ordered to appear in person before the Environment and Land Court at Busia to explain why he should not be committed to civil jail for contempt… Read more »

Kenya: Education Ministry Opens Seven-Day Review Window for Grade 9 Senior School Placements

NAIROBI, Kenya Dec 23 - The Ministry of Education has opened a seven-day review window for Grade 9 learners and their parents to verify and, where necessary, adjust senior school… Read more »

Kenya: Education Ministry Details Curriculum Support As Learners Transition to Grade 10 Under CBE

The Ministry of Education has outlined the approved curriculum support and learning resources for learners transitioning into Grade 10, as the Competency-Based Education (CBE)… Read more »