June 12, 2023
Kenya: Belgut MP Nelson Koech Records Statement Over Arson, Related Crimes in Kericho, Bomet Tea Estates
Belgut Member of Parliament, Nelson Koech on Monday today recorded a statement regarding arson and related crimes at the multi-national tea estates in Kericho and Bomet. Read more »
Kenya: 10 More Bodies Exhumed From Shakahola Forest, Death Toll 284
10 more bodies were on Monday exhumed from Shakahola Forest with the death toll so far at 284. Read more »
Africa: Tanzania's Justice Imani Daud Re-Elected African Court President for 2 Years
Lady Justice Imani Daud Aboud from Tanzania has been re-elected President of the African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights for the second and final term of two years. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airports Authority Completes Upgrades in Kakamega, Kitale and Migori Airstrips
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has announced the completion of rehabilitation projects at Kakamega, Kitale and Migori airstrips as part of the efforts to decongest Kisumu… Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Issues 10-Day Ultimatum to Local Administrators to Deal With Alcohol, Drug Menace or Be Fired
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has issued a ten-day ultimatum to County Commanders, Officers Commanding Stations (OCS) to end the alcohol and drug abuse menace in their counties… Read more »
Kenya: Wetangula Wants Review of Competence Based Curriculum System for Effective Implementation
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula wants the government to consider reviewing the new Competence Based Curriculum (CBC) education system to ensure effective implementation. Read more »
Kenya: Oil Marketing Companies Flock Nakuru KPC Depot for Faster Loading
Oil Marketing Companies from in Nairobi and other parts of the country are preferring filling their tankers at the Nakuru Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) Depot after the installation… Read more »
Kenya: Parliamentary Committee Proposes a Reduction on Housing Levy From 3% to 1.5%
The National Assembly's (NA's) Finance and Planning Committee is proposing a reduction in the housing levy that is being proposed under the Finance Bill 2023. Read more »
Kenya: Local Varsities Charged to Provide More Scholarships to Sports Talents
Tennis Kenya president James Kenani has urged local universities to provide more scholarships to young talents in sports in the country. Read more »
Kenya: CS Kindiki Says Govt to Increase Funding to NACADA to Aid in Alcohol, Drug Abuse War
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has pledged more funding to the National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) to aid in the war against… Read more »
Kenya: Ole Sapit Calls for Finance Bill Review to Reduce Taxes on Kenyans
Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Arch Bishop Jackson Ole Sapit has called for the review of Finance Bill 2023 noting that already they have forwarded their views to the parliamentary… Read more »
Kenya: Exhumations in Shakahola Forest Resume Today
Exhumations in the Shakahola forest are set to resume on Monday after a weekend break. Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Pledges to Help Traders in Toi Market Rebuild Following Inferno
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has pledged to help traders in Toi market rebuild their businesses following the inferno that razed structures. Read more »
Egypt: Al Ahly Are the Champions of Africa for Record 11th Time
Egyptian giants Al Ahly were crowned CAF Champions League winners for a record extending 11th time after edging out Morocco's Wydad Athletic Club 3-2 on aggregate. Read more »
Kenya: Homeboyz's Shummah, Sharks' Otiala Make Final Squad As Firat Names Squad for Mauritius
Kakamega Homeboyz's lanky striker Moses Shummah and Kariobangi Sharks defender Kevin Luke Otiala have made the final squad as Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat named the final… Read more »
Kenya: Renegade Air Starts First Nairobi-Homabay Flight Today
Low-cost airline Renegade Air is today launching its first flight serving the Nairobi-Homabay route as the airline seeks to tap into new market areas. Read more »
Kenya: 'Best Doubles Match of the Year,' Okutoyi Waxes Lyrical About Teammate Cheruto After Epic Win at Billie Jean
Wimbledon Open doubles junior champion Angella Okutoyi credited their doubles match win over Morocco to her teammate Cynthia Cheruto who was her partner for the day. Read more »
Kenya: Media Personality Muiruri's Daughter, Friend Rescued By Detectives After Kidnapping Ordeal
Media personality Ciku Muiruri's daughter and her friend have been rescued by detectives following a week-long kidnapping ordeal. Read more »
Kenya: How Kenyan Hit Song Inspired Wimbledon Champ Okutoyi to Victory At Billie Jean King Cup
Wimbledon Open doubles junior champion Angella Okutoyi says the Kenyan hit song "Angela" by Boutross and Juiceman gave her extra motivation to win her singles match 7-5, 6-3… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Revenue Authority Onboards 87 More Betting Firms Into Its System
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has onboarded 87 betting firms into its system, allowing real-time computation of taxes. Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom Taps CBK Official to Be the New Network Director
Safaricom has appointed Anthony Gacanja as its new network director, effective June 19, 2023. Read more »
Kenya: CS Tuya Applauds Anglican Church for Tree Growing Efforts
Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has commended the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) for heeding the Government call for religious institutions… Read more »
Kenya: Owegi Optimistic Despite Disappointing Start to Billie Jean King Cup Campaign
Kenya's Alicia Owegi believes there is still much to play for at the Billie Jean King Cup Group III tournament despite losing 6-3, 6-0 to Morocco's Aya El Aouni in her first match… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Bureau of Statistics to Test Maize From Tanzania Amid Aflatoxin Concerns
The Kenya Bureau of Statistics (KEBs) has stepped up aflatoxin tests on Tanzanian maize amid concerns. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Tells Azimio to Stop Moving Around With Wajackoyah as Marijuana Legalisation Campaign Misplaced
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has hit out at Azimio leaders for allowing George Wajackoyah to accompany them in meetings saying his position on weed is misplaced. Read more »