July 11, 2023
Kenya: Resilience of Kenyan, Ugandan Women in Informal Sector During the Covid-19 Pandemic
The International Center for Research on Women (ICRW) has published two reports that shed light on the challenges Kenyan and Uganda women in the informal sector faced during the… Read more »
Kenya: Itumbi's Appeal Against Ruling Declaring Chief Administrative Secretary Posts Unconstitutional Certified Urgent
The Appellate Court has certified as urgent Dennis Itumbi's appeal against the ruling declaring the post of Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) unconstitutional. Read more »
Kenya: UK Trade Body Opens First Nairobi Office With Target on Trade, Training
The United Kingdom's (UK's) trade body, the Institute of Export & International Trade (IOE&IT), has opened its first office in Nairobi with a focus on trade and training. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways to Update Flyers on Flight Cancellation in Real Time
Kenya Airways (KQ) has introduced an advanced flight communication service that will update customers in the event of flight schedule changes. Read more »
Kenya: You'll See a Difference in KEMSA, New CEO Dr Mulwa Says
The new Chief Executive Officer of Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) Dr Andrew Mulwa says he has initiated major reforms at the institution that has made headlines for all… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Halts Retesting of PSV Drivers in Last Ditch Effort to Avert Strike Action
The government has suspended the mandatory retesting of Public Service Vehicle (PSV) drivers in a bid to forestall a looming strike set for Wednesday. Read more »
Kenya: Koome Bans Odinga's Wednesday Protest, Vows 'All Lawful Means' to Stop It
The National Police Service has outlawed planned anti-government protests organized by the opposition citing infringements on the part of Azimio Coalition. Read more »
Kenya: Kisumu Ask Show to Resume After Three Years
Kisumu Agricultural Society of Kenya Regional Show (ASK) opens its doors this month after a three years lull occasioned by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Inks Deal With ICAO to Host African Indian Ocean Aviation Week
Kenya has signed an agreement with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for the hosting of the 8th African Indian Ocean (AFI) Aviation Week Conference for the first… Read more »
Kenya: Yes, I Have Applied for the Position of Director of Public Prosecutions - Miguna
Lawyer Miguna Miguna has confirmed that he has applied for the position of Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom's Workforce Increases By 675 After Ethiopia's Entry
The number of Safaricom staff increased by 675 in the full year ending March this year, a new report shows, coming on the back of Ethiopia's entry. Read more »
Kenya: Truck Driver's Quick Action Averts Disaster at Ngata Bridge Black Spot on Nakuru-Eldoret Highway
A brave truck driver averted massive deaths at the Ngata Bridge black spot along the Nakuru-Eldoret Highway when his vehicle experience a tyre burst. Read more »
Kenya: CS Kindiki to Appear Before Senate Committee Over Shakahola Deaths
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kndiki is expected appear before the Senate Adhoc Committee investigating the Shakahola deaths. Read more »
Kenya: Kalonzo Forgives Man Who Threatened Family During Campaigns
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has extended an olive branch to the self-proclaimed Kitui youth movement leader Moses Munyalo alias Mose who had threatened his family during the… Read more »
Kenya: Jubilee Party's Kega Faction to Hold NDC in August
Jubilee Party's faction affiliated with President William Ruto Kenya Kwanza alliance has set August 7, 2023, as the date for its National Delegates Convention (NDC) at the Bomas of… Read more »
Kenya: 4 Promising Kenyan Entrepreneurs of 2023
If there's a group determined to make it despite the challenges the Kenyan economy is facing, it's the Kenyan entrepreneurs esp those in the arts, culture, & creatives… Read more »
Kenya: Habitat for Humanity Kenya Advocates for Solutions to Address Housing Deficit in the Slums
Habitat for Humanity Kenya has today launched a two-year campaign dubbed 'Home Equals' aimed at addressing housing deficits for people living in informal settlements. Read more »
Kenya: 'Watch and Learn From Omanyala,' - Kenyan Female Sprinters Advised
National champion for the women's 100m and 200m Esther Mbagari has urged her fellow female sprinters in the country to emulate the work ethic of Commonwealth Games 100m champion… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi County, Habitat for Humanity Kenya Partner to Build Houses in Informal Settlements
Habitat for Humanity Kenya has today launched a two-year campaign dubbed 'Home Equals' aimed at addressing housing deficits for people living in informal settlements. Read more »
Kenya: Media Council of Kenya Calls Out Media Over 'Insensitive' Coverage of Ruai Priest's Death
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has criticized what it has termed the 'sensational' news reporting surrounding the death of a priest at a hotel in Murang'a over the weekend. Read more »
Kenya: Uber Rolls Out New Products That Allow Customers to Book Rides in Advance
Uber has introduced Uber Reserve, a product that allows riders to book trips for upcoming travel of up to 90 days in advance. Read more »
Kenya: Doubts Abound Over Availability of Prize Money At Ndakaini Half Marathon
Will there be a prize money for the 17th edition of the Ndakaini Half Marathon? Read more »
July 10, 2023
Kenya: Second-Hand Clothes Earn Govt U.S.$112.67 million in Taxes
The Kenyan Government earned Sh15.85 billion ($112.67 million) in taxes from the mitumba sector in 2021, a new report shows, highlighting the impact of the sector on the economy. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Unearths 40 More Mass Graves as Phase 4 of Shakahola Exhumations Kicks Off
The government has unearthed forty more mass graves as phase 4 of the Shakahola cult exhumations resumed on Monday. Read more »
Kenya: High Court Declines to Lift Stay Order On Finance Act 2023
The High Court has declined to lift stay orders against the Finance Act 2023. Read more »