Kenya: Afya Sacco Faces Probe Over Financial, Management Irregularities

The Government has ordered an inquiry into the troubled Afya Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited (Afya Sacco), following mounting concerns over financial mismanagement,… Read more »

Kenya: Jaramogi Hospital Conducts Inaugural Cardiothoracic Surgery

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has made history after successfully performing the first cardiothoracic surgery in Western Kenya, marking a major… Read more »

Kenya: NBA Rosters Feature Record 135 International Players From Record-Tying 43 Countries Across Six Continents

The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced that a record 135 international players from a record-tying 43 countries across six continents are on opening-night… Read more »

Africa: KQ Flies First Africa Flight Using Sustainable Fuel

Kenya Airways (KQ) has operated a first flight to Cape Town, South Africa, using a 50 percent blend of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Read more »

Africa: Agricultural Innovation to Top Agenda At 2025 Africa Expo

Africa's agricultural modernization is set to take center stage as stakeholders from across the continent and beyond prepare for the 2025 Africa International Agricultural Expo… Read more »

Kenya: First Assurance Moves to Enhance Insurance Uptake At the Coast

For a long time, insurance penetration across the coastal region, which covers counties like Mombasa, Kilifi and Kwale, has remained lower than the national average. Read more »

Kenya: Ex-Health CS James Macharia Named Sidian Bank Chairman

Former Health Cabinet Secretary James Macharia has been appointed the new Chairman of Sidian Bank, succeeding Centum Investments CEO James Mworia, who has held the position since… Read more »

Kenya: IRA to Hike License, Annual Fees for Insurers and Reinsurers

Insurance and reinsurance firms operating in Kenya could soon pay higher licensing and annual fees under new proposals by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA). Read more »

Kenya: United Opposition Distances Itself From Kahiga's Remarks On Raila

The United Opposition has distanced itself from recent remarks made by Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga regarding the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, which have drawn… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Offers to Host New Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi

President William Ruto has offered to host Japan's newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi as part of his call to deepen the Kenya-Japan partnership in tackling global… Read more »

Kenya: Unlocking Youth Potential - Nurturing Talent and Building Future-Ready Skills

Kenya stands at a pivotal moment. Nearly three quarters of our population is under the age of 35, and the choices we make today will shape the country's future. Recognizing this… Read more »

Kenya: NSE Partners With Hedera, Hashgraph to Drive Capital Markets Innovation

The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) has entered a strategic partnership with global technology firms Hedera and Hashgraph to spearhead digital innovation in Africa's capital… Read more »

Kenya: Kenyans to Insure Cryptocurrencies Under Proposed IRA Regulations

Kenyans holding virtual assets such as cryptocurrencies could soon insure them under new rules proposed by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA). Read more »

Kenya: PUBG Mobile, Oraimo, Boomplay Partner for Kenyatta University Campus Tour

Global gaming giant PUBG MOBILE has teamed up with Oraimo and Boomplay to headline the Oraimo Campus Tour at Kenyatta University from October 22 to 24, delivering three days of… Read more »

Kenya: Waiguru Denounces Kahiga's 'Callous' Remarks Rejoicing Over Raila's Death

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has condemned Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga over remarks captured in a viral video celebrating the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Confirms Preparations for 2025 National Assessments Are Complete

President William Ruto has confirmed that preparations for the 2025 national assessments are complete, assuring the country of a smooth examination season. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya and Senegal Sign Agreement On Reciprocal 90-Day Visa Exemption

Kenya and Senegal have lifted visa restrictions for their citizens travelling between the two nations for up to 90 days in a bid to strengthen bilateral relations. Read more »

Kenya: New Law Compels ISPs to Aid Cybercrime Investigations

Kenya's new Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024 has imposed stringent obligations on internet and telecommunications service providers to assist authorities in… Read more »

Kenya: NPS, NPSC Contest Employment Court's Jurisdiction On Police Recruitment

The National Police Service (NPS) and the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) have jointly challenged the jurisdiction of the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) in… Read more »

Kenya: Govt's Fiscal Deficit to Rise 10.23pc in 2026/27

Kenya's fiscal deficit is expected to widen by 10.23 percent in the 2026/27 financial year ((FY), signaling renewed pressure on the country's borrowing plans despite ongoing fiscal… Read more »

Kenya: Jua Cali, Ngugi Wa Thiong'o and Ted Josiah Among Key Creative Figures Honored On Mashujaa Day

The recent Mashujaa Day (Heroes' Day) celebrations on October 20, 2025, in Kitui County marked a significant moment for Kenya's creative economy, with the National Heroes Council… Read more »

Kenya: OP Demands Explanation From Civil Servants Who Missed Mashujaa Day Celebration

Siaya County Commissioner Nobert Komora has ordered public servants who failed to attend the Mashujaa Day celebrations in the county to explain their absence, following a notably… Read more »

Kenya: Woman Charged With Grabbing Sh150mn Land in Athi River

A middle-aged woman has been charged in a Mavoko law court for attempting to grab 2.09 hectares of land valued at Sh150 million owned by Kipkai Enterprises Limited. Read more »

Kenya: Faye Meets Ruto At State House Nairobi As Part of Official Visit to Kenya

Senegalese President Diomaye Faye on Tuesday held bilateral talks with President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, a day after gracing Kenya's Mashujaa Day celebrations in… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Enacts Law Imposing Sh20mn Fine for Cybercrimes

Individuals found guilty of cyber harassment or other online offences in Kenya now face fines of up to Sh20 million or a jail term of up to ten years under a new law signed by… Read more »