July 24, 2023
Kenya: MPs Raise Alarm Over Sh1.4 Billion in Compensation for Dongo Kundu Squatters, Miritini Legal Disputes
The National Assembly Committee on Lands has raised concerns over Sh1.4 billion that was paid to illegal squatters at Dongo Kundu in Mombasa County. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Cash Transfer Will Be Disbursed on Time
Government is doing everything possible to ensure there are no delays in the disbursement of Cash Transfer Funds. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua Calls for Review of Existing Financial Systems in the Agricultural Sector
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for a relook at existing financial systems for the agricultural sector saying they were disadvantageous to African countries yet they… Read more »
Kenya: KRA Collects Sh49.1 Billion at JKIA on Rebounding Economy
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) collected over Sh49.1 billion in the financial year ending June 31 this year at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) after the country's… Read more »
Kenya: 10,000 Trees Planted in Mt Elgon to Mark CS Tuya's Birthday
Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya today presided over the planting of 10,000 trees in Mt Elgon forest in Bungoma County to mark her birthday. Read more »
July 23, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Says Govt Won't Tolerate Violence Against the Police
President William Ruto has said violence against police will not be tolerated. Read more »
Kenya: Taita Taveta to Retain 50% of Revenues Raised From Tsavo National Park - Ruto
President William Ruto has acceded to a petition by Taita Taveta County to have a quota of revenues raised by the Tsavo National Park allocated to the devolved unit. Read more »
Kenya: Mudavadi Castigates Politicians Shielding Behind Ethnic Mobilization
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has faulted politicians using their ethnic groups as shields to pursue their selfish interests. Read more »
Kenya: Amateur Footage Reveals Firearms Bureau Quest to Disarm the Kenyattas
Details have emerged on a quest to revoke firearm licenses issued to members of the Kenyatta family following allegations of misuse of privately-held weapons. Read more »
Kenya: Jackline Chepkoech Sets New Record at London Diamond League in Perfect World Champs Rehearsal
Former World U20 champion Jackline Chepkoech warmed up perfectly for the World Championships in Budapest next month, as she won the 3,000m women's steeplechase at the London… Read more »
Kenya: Gor Mahia Officially Locked Out of CAF Champions League, No Representative for Kenya
Kenya will not have a representative in the 2023-24 CAF Champions League after CAF released the final list of engaged clubs ahead of the draw scheduled for Tuesday. Read more »
Kenya: Gachagua to Address High-Level UN Summit on Food Security on July 24
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is Monday slated to address the high-level United Nations Summit+2 Stocktaking on Financing Food Systems. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Will Arrest Parents Keeping Children From School - Koskei in Marsabit
Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff in the Office of the President, Felix Koskei, has cautioned parents in Marsabit County who do not take their children to school that they… Read more »
Kenya: Magistrate Andayi, Ex-Mayor Taib in DPP Shortlist as Miguna Misses Out
Chief Magistrate Francis Andayi based in Nairobi's Milimani Law Courts and former Mombasa Mayor Taib Ali Taib are among fifteen candidates shortlisted for the position of Director… Read more »
July 22, 2023
Kenya: Why UK and Kenya Climate Partnership Is Key
Climate change remains the biggest challenge of our time. The effects of climate change impact human lives across the globe, undermining development and acting as an obstacle to… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Meets Top Chinese Diplomat Wang Yi, Commits to Foster Cooperation
Kenya is keen on strengthening its relations with China to spur economic growth in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Jubilee Publicist Pauline Njoroge Faces Trafficking Charges Over Possession of Narcotics
Jubilee Party blogger Pauline Njoroge who was arrested on Saturday will be charged with possessing narcotic drugs, police have said. Read more »
July 21, 2023
Kenya: Fitch Downgrades Kenya's Rating to Negative On High Debt
Global rating firm Fitch has downgraded Kenya's rating from stable to negative due to elevated debt repayment. Read more »
Kenya: Odinga's Protest Call Unheeded on Final Day
A call by Azimio La Umoja leader Raila Odinga for protests to continue on day three Friday appears to have been unheeded as Kenyans went about their business in most parts of the… Read more »
Kenya: Local Infrastructure Projects Seek Over Sh700bn Financing From Pension Industry
The Kenya Pension Funds Investment Consortium (KEPFIC) has received infrastructure and alternative investment proposals worth over Sh700 billion ($5.5 billion) from project… Read more »
Kenya: KAM Calls for Dialogue to End Ruto-Odinga Stalemate, Says Manufacturing Sector Worst Hit
The Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) has called for dialogue to end the current political stalemate that led to three-day protests in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Subsidized Fertilizers to Drop By Sh1,000 to Sh2,500
The Government has said that fertilizers will drop by Sh1,000 to Sh2,500 under the subsidised fertiliser programme. Read more »
Kenya: Kipyegon, Omanyala Star Attractions As Diamond League Train Moves to Monaco
The Diamond League train stops at the 'rich man's playground', Monaco, on Friday night, with double world record holder Faith Kipyegon and African record holder Ferdinand Omanyala… Read more »
Kenya: Tourist Arrivals Up 35% to 680,000 in January-May
Tourist arrivals in Kenya increased by 35 percent to 680,000 between January and May this year, compared to a similar period in 2022, as the sector rebounds from Covid-19's induced… Read more »
Kenya: Kisumu - Azimio's Protest 'Finale' Subdued as Police Camp in Estates
The highly publicized 'finals' to mark the culmination of a three-day protest organized by the opposition subsided on Thursday as the police moved to restrict protesters from… Read more »