July 05, 2023
Kenya: Long-Distance Drivers, Conductors to Go on Strike Over NTSA Re-Testing
The Long-Distance Drivers and Conductors Association (LoDDCA) has threatened to strike in response to the National Transport and Safety Authority's (NTSA) decree mandating drivers… Read more »
Kenya: 'Omundu Strong' - Chipu Coach Olago Issues War Cry Ahead of World U20 Rugby Trophy on Home Soil
National under 20 rugby team coach Curtis Olago has promised their opponents at the World Under 20 Rugby Trophy a titanic battle when they meet at the global competition slated for… Read more »
Kenya: Mudavadi Visits CJ Koome to Benchmark on Judiciary's Performance Management
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi on Tuesday paid her a courtesy call to Chief Justice Martha Koome to benchmark on the Judiciary Performance Management. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power MD Says No Approval Given to MP Mbai to Construct Power Lines
Kenya Power Company Managing Director Joseph Siror has denied claims that he had given Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai the approval to erect poles to install a newly constructed power… Read more »
Kenya: ShopZetu Raises Sh140.8 Million to Invest in Local Fashion Industry
Fashion technology start-up ShopZetu has raised Sh140.8 million ($1 million) that it will invest in Kenya's fashion industry. Read more »
Kenya: Mbai's Clash With Kenya Power Staff Stirs Anti-Monopoly Sentiments
Tuesday's dramatic scuffle between Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai and a Kenya Power employee has stirred fresh debate over an emerging pattern of hostility against employees of the… Read more »
Kenya: TSC Advertises 20,000 Posts for Intern Teachers to Support CBC Rollout
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced recruitment of 20,000 posts for intern teachers to support the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) rollout. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Commercial Bank , Unitar to Introduce e-Bikes on June 5
Kenya Commercial Bank will today unveil electric boda bodas as transition to clean transportation systems gains pace. Read more »
Kenya: Controller of Budget Declines City Hall's Request for Approval of Sh1 Billion to Settle Legal Fees
The Controller of Budget has declined City Hall's request to approve Sh1 billion in pending bills owed to legal firms that served the Nairobi County Government. Read more »
Kenya: 4 People Die in Kuria West After Consuming Poisonous Substance
Four people died in Kuria West, Migori County on Tuesday after consuming a suspected poisonous substance. Read more »
Kenya: A Bit to Work On, Says Coach Owuor as Title-Chasing Morans Sign Off to Angola With Victory in Final Build Up
Kenya Morans head coach Cliff Owuor says there is still a bit to work on as the team played their final build up match following weeks of training in Nairobi, heading to this… Read more »
July 04, 2023
Kenya: Man Charged With Possession of 156kg of Elephant Tusks
A man was on Monday charged before a Mariakani court for being in possession of a 156kg consignment of elephant tusks valued at Sh15.6 million. Read more »
Kenya: Population of Severely Stunted Children Halves in 8 Years
A newly published Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) has reported Kenya's population of severely stunted children at 4.2 per cent marking an almost 50 per cent reduction compared… Read more »
Kenya: Prepare for 30% Matatu Fare Hikes
Public Service Vehicles (PSV) are set to increase their daily fares by 30 percent from tomorrow following the increase in fuel prices last week by the Energy and Petroleum… Read more »
Kenya: Kindiki Urges Community, Religious Leaders to Support Govt Efforts in Combating Terrorism in Northern Kenya
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has urged community and religious leaders, as well as residents in the North Eastern region to join forces with security agencies in the… Read more »
Somalia: Mastercard, Sombank to Launch Debit Card in Somalia
Global payment platform Mastercard has partnered with SomBank, an innovative financial institution in Somalia, to promote digital payment solutions. Read more »
Africa: African Teams Tipped to Shine at Women's World Cup in Australia
African teams at this month's women's World Cup have been backed to make a huge splash at the global tournament set to be co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand. Read more »
East Africa: Rising Football Stars Take Center Stage at the Ligi Ndogo Tournament
The highly anticipated Ligi Ndogo East Africa Cup is set to make a triumphant comeback this year, promising to captivate football enthusiasts with its showcase of emerging talents. Read more »
Kenya: 'It Wasn't Me! Net Procurement Was Mburu's Business.' - Tum Tells Senate
Sports Principal Secretary Peter Tum has denied involvement in the procurement process of mosquito nets that led to the cancellation of a Sh3.7 billion tender by Global Fund. Read more »
Kenya: All PSVs, School Buses Must Be Fitted With Dashboard Cameras, Vehicle Telematics - CS Murkomen
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has directed that all Public Service Vehicles (PSV) and school buses must be fitted with dashboard cameras to help in curbing road… Read more »
Kenya: Two Kenyan Fishermen Shot Dead By Ugandan Military at Lake Victoria
Two Kenyan fishermen were last night shot dead allegedly by Uganda People Defence Force (UPDF) officer while fishing in Lake Victoria at Sumba area in Budalang'i. Read more »
Kenya: Malaysia Seeks to Increase Palm Oil Exports to Kenya
Malaysia is looking to export more palm oil to Kenya, coming at a time when prices of palm oil have skyrocketed due to disruptions in the global supply chain. Read more »
Kenya: U.S. Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman Hosts 4th of July Independence Day Celebrations in Nairobi
Since 1777, the United States has celebrated its Independence day on 4th of July signifying the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Congress passed… Read more »
Kenya: Matatu Owners Announce 30% Fare Hike From June 5 After Fuel Price Increase
Public Service Vehicles (PSV) are set to increase their daily fares by 30 percent from tomorrow following the increase in fuel prices last week by the Energy and Petroleum… Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Urged to Embrace Local Tourism to Boost Revenue
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is urging Kenyans to embrace domestic travel, explore new experiences, and contribute to the growth of the local tourism industry. Read more »