August 23, 2023
Kenya: MPs Demand Clarification on New University Funding Model
The new university funding formula has continued to stir a debate among lawmakers with Members of Parliament demanding its halting citing gaps in ensuring equity in access to… Read more »
Kenya: CAK Fines 9 Steel Firms Sh338.9 Million for Fraudulently Hiking Steel Product Prices
A total of nine steel companies have been fined Sh338.9 million by the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) for illegally increasing the cost of steel products. Read more »
Kenya: CS Namwamba to Face MPs Over Mismanagement of Athletes Welfare
Sports and Youth Affairs Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba will Wednesday afternoon appear before the National Assembly to answer concerns of negligence in the Ministry. Read more »
Kenya: Koome, Kinuthia Say Differences Resolved in Rare Show of Unity
Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome now says there is no conflict between him and the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) Chairperson Eliud Kinuthia on the running of… Read more »
Kenya: Court Allows Continued Detention of 'Mathee Wa Ngara' in Drugs Case
A Nairobi court has allowed continued detention of Nancy Kigunzu alias Mathee wa Ngara for five days as police finalize investigations in a drug trafficking case. Read more »
Kenya: Why Emmanuel Korir is Not Disappointed Despite Early Exit in Budapest
Some weeks to the Budapest World Championships, Kenya's Emmanuel Korir had spoken of his gold from Oregon and how it had unlocked his appetite for medals. Read more »
Kenya: Tatu City, China-Africa Chamber of Commerce in a Deal to Drive Bilateral Investments
Tatu City and the China-Africa Economic and Trade Chamber of Commerce (CAETC) have partnered to promote economic growth between the Kenya and China. Read more »
Kenya: Budapest Day Five - Kipyegon on Audacious Double Dream, Kipsang Leads Hunt for Medal Number Four
After clinching her third 1500m world title, arguably sailing here to the top echelon of women's middle distance running, Faith Kipyegon will be chasing an unprecedented double in… Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Cede 50% of Revenues From National Parks to Host Communities
The government will start ceding 50 percent of revenues from national parks to host communities as part of efforts to transform their lives. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Investment in Cultural Tourism Will Expand Economic Opportunities
The government is keen on promoting cultural tourism to generate more tourism revenues. Read more »
Kenya: CJ Koome Launches 3 Justice Initiatives During Mandera Tour
Chief Justice Martha Koome has launched three key justice initiatives during a tour of Mandera County. Read more »
Kenya: MPs Condemn Attack on Kirinyaga Women Representative Njeri Maina
Members of Parliament have condemned the attack on Kirinyanga Woman Representative Njeri Maina while inspecting water project in the county. Read more »
Kenya: No Medal for Kenya as Briton Kerr Stuns Favourite Ingebrigtsen to Win 1500m Gold
Kenya missed out on collecting its fourth medal at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest Wednesday night as Abel Kipsang finished fourth in the 1500m, a race won by Briton… Read more »
Kenya: CS Namwamba Apologises to MPs Over Presumptuous Letter Inviting Himself to House
Sports and Youth Affairs Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba was forced to swallow the humble pie and apologize to the MPs on Wednesday afternoon over a letter he addressed to the… Read more »
Kenya: Moraa Through to 800m Semis in Budapest as Korir, Chebet Fall Off
Mary Moraa has qualified for the semi-finals of the 800m at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest on Wednesday morning after winning her heat. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Partners With World Bank to Strengthen Innovation Hubs
Kenya and the World Bank have today invited applications from incubators, accelerators and tech-bootcamp providers for possible funding and business mentorship. Read more »
Kenya: Oparanya, Wives Arrested Over Alleged Sh1.3 Billion Corruption While in Office
Former Kakamega Governor Wycliffe Oparanya has been arrested alongside his wives by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) over the alleged embezzlement of Sh1.3 billion… Read more »
Kenya: Anti-Stock Theft Unit Police Officers in Nyakach Moved After Public Petition
The government has reshuffled the Anti-Stock Theft Unit stationed at Tol station in Nyakach Sub County in the wake of border clashes as a result of cattle rustling. Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Avail Scholarships to Teachers Who Excel in Training Performance Arts Learners
President William Ruto said the Government will offer scholarships to teachers who excel in training learners in performance arts. Read more »
Kenya: Trans-Nzoia County Hospital Renamed Wamalwa Kijana Memorial Hospital
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natambeya announces renaming of Trans-Nzoia County Teaching and Referral Hospital to Wamalwa Kijana Memorial Hospital in honor of Kenya's eighth… Read more »
August 22, 2023
Kenya: Humphrey Mulongo is the New Kenya Revenue Authority Commissioner General
Humphrey Wattanga Mulongo has been appointed Commissioner General of the Kenya Revenue Authority. Read more »
Kenya: CJ Koome Launches Electronic Filing System in Mandera
Chief Justice Martha Koome has officially launched the electronic filing system in Mandera to enhance easy access to Justice. Read more »
Kenya: World's Largest Floating Library, MV Logos Hope, Docks in Mombasa
The world's largest floating library has made its port of call at Mombasa's Mbaraki wharf. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto to Officiate Maasai Cultural Festival at Sekenani Gate in Maasai Mara
President William Ruto was set to officiate the Maasai Cultural Festival at the Sekenani Gate, Maasai Mara. Read more »
Kenya: MPs Commence Hearing on Privitazion Bill Amidst Mixed Reactions
The National Assembly is set to kick off a public hearing on the Privatization Bill which gives the Treasury the authority to sell off publicly held companies without Parliamentary… Read more »