Kenya: Schools Urged to Implement Infection Control Protocols As Mpox Cases Rise to 33

Schools have been urged to implement infection prevention control protocols for classrooms, bathrooms, common areas even as Mpox cases rise to 33 in Kenya. Read more »

Kenya: Clinical Officers Maintain Nationwide Strike Set for Sunday Still On

The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) has reiterated that the nationwide strike for all clinical officers set to commence on Sunday is on course. Read more »

Kenya: Governors Dismiss Budget Controller's Stance On Bursaries, Cite Social Protection

The Council of Governors (CoG) has defended the issuance of county-administered bursaries, citing social protection grounds and the principle of separation of powers. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Confident 3 CSs Sworn in Will Deliver Mandate

Three newly appointed Cabinet Secretaries were sworn in at State House Nairobi on Friday and consequently took office. Read more »

Kenya: Preachers Cast Doubt On Muturi's Abduction Statement, Question Its Timing

A coalition of religious leaders from Nairobi has issued a strong condemnation of recent remarks made by Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi linking the NIS to the… Read more »

Kenya: Kihika Says She Is Well and On Maternity Leave After Public Concern Over Absence

Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has reassured Kenyans that she is well and away on maternity leave. Read more »

Kenya: Economist Faults Mbadi's Budget Proposal Amid Economic Concerns

Economist Ashish Chadda has faulted Treasury's 2025 budget proposal, calling on the government to review the Draft 2025 Budget Policy Statement for the fiscal year 2025/26 to… Read more »

Kenya: Health Experts Criticize MOH Over Misinformation On Smoke-Free Alternatives

Leading health experts have condemned remarks by Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni, describing her statements about smoke-free alternatives as 'unfounded and… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Tasks CS Kagwe With Prioritizing Fertilizer Distribution

President William Ruto has tasked Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe with prioritizing fertilizer distribution, as he takes up his new docket. Read more »

Africa: Kenya to Host World Chambers Federation Summit for First Time in Africa

The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) is set to host the World Chambers Federation (WCF) Summit in Nairobi, marking a first for Africa. Read more »

Kenya: Kindiki Reaffirms Govt's Commitment to Equitable Development

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has reiterated the government's commitment to ensuring that every part of the country benefits from ongoing and upcoming development projects. Read more »

Kenya: Kindiki - I Will Mobilize Kenya for President Ruto Through Development

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki now says he is focused on mobilizing Kenyans towards President William Ruto through development dissuading assertions that netting Mt Kenya… Read more »

Kenya: Kagwe, Kabogo, Kinyanjui Sworn in As Cabinet Secretaries After MPs Approval

Mutahi Kagwe, Lee Kinyanjui and William Kabogo have been sworn in as Cabinet Secretaries after receiving National Assembly approval. Read more »

Kenya: President Ruto Meets Shandong Linglong Company Chairman Wang Feng

President William Ruto on Friday held talks with Shandong Linglong Company chairman Wang Feng, who is planning to set up a factory in Kenya to serve the African market. Read more »

Kenya: Why CHAN Group of Death Is a Blessing for Harambee Stars

There was a collective cry of despair and disappointment at the Tsavo Ballroom on Wednesday night as Football Kenya Federation (FKF) vice president Macdonald Mariga drew Morocco as… Read more »

Kenya: Amnesty Warns Abductions Could Harm Kenya's Global Image

Amnesty International has raised concerns over the growing number of abductions in Kenya, warning that the trend could damage the country's standing on the global stage. Read more »

Kenya: Govt to Impose New Sugar Development Levy Starting Feb

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced the imposition of a new sugar development levy effective February 1. Read more »

Kenya: Resila Named Diplomatic Police Unit Boss As Michael Muchiri Takes Over Spokesperson Role

Police Spokesperson Resila Onyango has been named Commandant of the Diplomatic Police Unit, with Michael Nyaga Muchiri stepping in as the new spokesman. Read more »

Kenya: National Assembly Committee Recommends Approval of Nominees to Public Service Commission

The National Assembly's Departmental Committee on Labour has recommended the approval of all nominees for appointment to the Public Service Commission (PSC) following the… Read more »

Kenya: Prosecution Wants Kamiti Maximum Prison Warden Held for 21 Days in Probe Over Incitement to Mutiny

The Director of Criminal Investigations has applied to hold a prison warder for 21 days to investigate him over incitement to mutiny and giving false information. Read more »

East Africa: Rwanda Announces Potential Oil Deposits in Lake Kivu

Rwanda now says that its oil and gas exploration in Lake Kivu has shown a promising potential for hydrocarbon resources in the area. Read more »

Kenya: US Firm That Accused Adani Group of Fraud Shuts Down

A US-based short-seller which had published reports accusing top financial entities in India and abroad of financial wrongdoings and fraud is set to shut down. Read more »

Kenya: Don't Become Our Adversaries, MPs Tells New SRC Following Approval

The third seven-member panel of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), chaired by Samuel Chepkwony, is set to take oath of office after legislators approved members… Read more »

Kenya: Pfizer to Reorganise Kenyan Operations Amid Evolving Market Dynamics

Biotech and pharmaceutical company Pfizer has announced plans to reorganise its activities in Kenya amid emerging market dynamics. Read more »

Kenya: MPs Committee Faults Government Over Ambassadorial Nomination Lapses

The National Assembly's Foreign and Defense Committee has called on to always conduct due diligence in ambassadorial appointments, following an increase in candidates rejecting… Read more »