November 02, 2025
Kenya: President Ruto Seeks Parliamentary Approval for Sh 4.5 Trillion Proposal to Turn Kenya Into First World Nation
President William Ruto has announced that his government will soon table sweeping proposals in Parliament aimed at transforming Kenya from a third-world nation into a first-world… Read more »
Kenya: Opposition Leaders Entices Professional Into Politics to Restore Accountability in Governance
United Opposition Alliance co-principals Rigathi Gachagua, Kalonzo Musyoka and Justin Muturi have urged professionals and lawyers to actively engage in politics and leadership,… Read more »
Kenya: Death Toll in Marakwet East Landslide Rises to 21
Nov 2 - The death toll from the landslide in Elgeyo Marakwet has risen to 21, with dozens more still missing. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyans Urged to Acquire IDs As Govt Waives Application and Replacement Fees
President William Ruto has urged Kenyans without National Identification Cards to take advantage of the government's waiver on application charges to acquire the crucial national… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Intensifies Rescue Efforts in Marakwet East Landslide As Death Toll Rises to 21
The Government resumed search and rescue operation for survivors following a landslide in Marakwet East late on Friday night after heavy rainfall. Read more »
Kenya: Jumia Rolls Out Black Friday 2025 With Up to 70pc Discounts
Jumia, Kenya's leading e-commerce platform, has officially kicked off its flagship Black Friday campaign, running from October 31 to November 30, 2025, with discounts of up to 70… Read more »
Kenya: Kennedy Odede Crowned Kaya Elder in Kwale, Community Leadership Role Hailed
Shining Hope for Communities (SHOFCO) Founder and CEO Dr. Kennedy Odede was on Tuesday crowned a Kaya Elder by the Mijikenda Kaya Elders Association during a colorful and… Read more »
Kenya: Can't Stop, Won't Stop - Marathon G.O.A.T Kipchoge Announces Seven-Continent Adventure Amid Retirement Speculation
NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2, 2025 - Two-time world record holder for the men's marathon, Eliud Kipchoge, is not about to hang up his running shoes just yet. Read more »
Kenya: Marathon Great Kipchoge Finishes 17th in New York Marathon in Potential Swansong
NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2, 2025 - Two-time world record holder Eliud Kipchoge finished 17th in the New York Marathon in what could be his swansong before calling it a day. Read more »
Kenya: Kipruto Leads Kenyan Podium Sweep At New York Marathon
NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2, 2025 - Olympics bronze medallist Benson Kipruto won the New York Marathon in a dramatic, photo finish, ahead of fellow Kenyan, Alexander Mutiso. Read more »
Kenya: Will Road Race Great Eliud Kipchoge Call It Quits After New York Marathon?
NAIROBI, Kenya, November 2, 2025 - Athletics lovers all around the world will be waiting with bated breath as one of the sport's most defining personalities prepares to make a huge… Read more »
November 01, 2025
Tanzania: Suluhu Wins Tanzania Poll With 98% As Opposition Claims Hundreds Killed in Post-Election Crackdown
Tanzania's electoral commission has declared President Samia Suluhu Hassan the winner of Wednesday's general election with nearly 98 per cent of the vote, extending her rule for… Read more »
Kenya: Government Leads Swift Coordinated Rescue, Relief Efforts in Marakwet East Landslide
The government has moved with speed and precision to lead a massive rescue and humanitarian operation following the devastating landslide that struck Marakwet East, claiming lives… Read more »
Kenya: At Least Nine Dead in Elgeyo Marakwet Floods and Mudslide
Deadly floods and a mudslide have left nine people dead in two villages in the Marakwet East Sub-County of Elgeyo Marakwet. Read more »
October 31, 2025
Kenya: Lawyers, Accountants Top Education Loan Defaulters As Agency Seeks Power to Freeze Bank Accounts
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has revealed that lawyers and accountants lead in student loan defaults, even as the agency pushes for new legal powers to freeze bank… Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Discharges 143 Former Armed Group Members in Reintegration Efforts
Rwanda has taken another significant step in its long-running peace and reconciliation journey after 143 former members of armed groups, including ex-FDLR combatants, were… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Sings 'Norangwa' As He Rallies Support for Uda Candidate in Malava By-Election
President William Ruto on Thursday broke into the popular Luhya hit "Norangwa" as he drummed up support for United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate David Ndakwa ahead of the… Read more »
Kenya: Nyeri MCAs Dismiss Impeachment Calls Against Governor Mutahi Kahiga
Members of the Nyeri County Assembly have dismissed calls to impeach Governor Mutahi Kahiga, terming the claims as baseless and politically motivated. Read more »
Kenya: KRA X Handle Hacked, Crackers Change Name to 'StandsX'
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has confirmed that its official X (formerly Twitter) account, @KRACare, was hacked, with the attackers changing the handle name to "StandsX." Read more »
Kenya: Justice Matheka Calls for Urgent Reforms to Protect Children in Kenya's Justice System
The Chairperson of the Standing Committee on the Administration of Justice for Children, Justice Teresia Matheka, has called for urgent reforms and stronger coordination among… Read more »
Kenya: NPS to Recruit 10,000 Police Officers On November 17
The National Police Service (NPS) has announced that it will conduct a nationwide recruitment exercise for 10,000 new police officers on November 17. Read more »
Kenya: Suspect Found Dead in Police Cell At Kisumu Central Station
A 21-year-old suspect who had been in police custody at the Kisumu Central Police Station was on Friday morning found dead inside a cell toilet under unclear circumstances. Read more »
Kenya: Four Police Officers Arrested After Fatally Shooting Colleague in Mai Mahiu
Four police officers attached to the Mai Mahiu Police Station have been arrested following the fatal shooting of their colleague in what investigators describe as a case of… Read more »
Kenya: FKF Women's Premier League Returns As Vihiga Queens Lead the Pack
After a short but sweet international break, the FKF Women's Premier League (WPL) resumes this weekend with Round 3 fixtures promising thrilling encounters across the country. Read more »
Kenya: Owalo Warns Politicians Against Interfering With Public Projects
The government has warned politicians and contractors meddling in public projects that they will face blacklisting and prosecution for irregular procurement, stalled works, or… Read more »
