June 18
Kenya: Reprieve for Vehicle Owners As Govt Drops Proposed 2.5pc Levy
The government has removed the 2.5 percent proposed levy on motor vehicles in a move to drop the contentious proposals from Finance Bill 2024. Read more »
Kenya: International Conference Rallies Partners to Fight Counterfeits
Kenya hosted a successful anti-counterfeit conference bringing together 575 delegates and speakers from 22 countries globally. Read more »
Africa: Heifer International Kenya Launches 2024 Ayute Africa Challenge
Heifer International Kenya has officially launched the 2024 AYuTe Africa Challenge. Read more »
Kenya: Jabeur & Sabalenka Miss Olympics to Prioritise Health
Ons Jabeur and Aryna Sabalenka say they will not compete at this summer's Olympic Games in Paris in order to prioritise their health. Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Sanctions Auctions, Caveats Over Land Rates Default
The Nairobi County Executive Committee has sanctioned the auction of properties with unpaid land rates following the lapse of a penalty waiver extended to defaulters. Read more »
June 17
Kenya: All Set for Tuesday's 'Occupy Parliament' Protest Against Finance Bill 2024
All is set for Tuesday's 'Occupy Parliament' demonstrations to protest the Finance Bill 2024. Organisers of the protest and police have been holding meetings as they finalize… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Directs Security Measures for Judiciary After Killing of Magistrate Monica Kivuti
President William Ruto has directed the police to guarantee the security of judicial officers following the killing of Makadara Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti by a senior… Read more »
Kenya: JSC Prohibits Use of Make-Shift Court Structures After Killing of Magistrate in Makadara
NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 17 - The Judiciary Service Commission (JSC) has announced that its officers will no longer provide services in make-shift structures, as part of a new raft of… Read more »
Kenya: Nearly 8 in 10 Kenyan Men Optimistic About Financial Improvement - Old Mutual
Old Mutual has unveiled its latest Financial Services Monitor (OMFSM), highlighting a positive outlook among Kenyan men regarding their financial future. Read more »
Kenya: Deputy President Gachagua Pleads for Prayers Amid Deepening Rift in Ruling Party
Embattled Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is now pleading with Kenyans to pray for him as he faces increasing political pressure and allegations of sabotage within the ruling… Read more »
Kenya: First Lady Rachael Honors President Ruto and Fathers Nationwide in Heartfelt Father's Day Message
First Lady Mama Rachael Ruto celebrated her husband, President William Ruto, with a unique and heartfelt Father's Day message on Sunday. Read more »
Malawi: Raila Delivers Ruto's Condolences At Malawi VP Memorial
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga was on Sunday among the leaders who attended the memorial service of Malawi's late Vice President, Saulos Chilima, in Lilongwe, Malawi. Read more »
Kenya: Bumper Financial Reward for Junior Starlets After Historic World Cup Qualification
The Ministry of Sports has rewarded each of the Harambee Junior Starlets players with Sh300,000 each after they made history, qualifying for the FIFA Under-17 World Cup for the… Read more »
Kenya: Parliament Directs National Treasury to Appoint Debt Accounting Officer
The National Treasury is soon set to appoint a debt accounting officer in order to improve the efficiency of the office in the management of public debt servicing expenditures. Read more »
Kenya: In Pictures - National Trials Live Up to Mini Olympics Moniker
Long billed as the precursor to the Olympics, the past weekend's national trials for the quadrennial games indeed lived up to expectations. Read more »
June 16
Kenya: Courts Will Be Closed Nationwide On Tuesday to Mourn Slain Magistrate Monica Kivuti
Chief Justice Martha Koome has ordered the closure of all courts across Kenya on Tuesday to mourn the tragic death of Makadara Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti, who was shot at… Read more »
Kenya: Law Society Vows to Fight 'Free Reign' By Police Officers in Courts
The Law Society of Kenya(LSK) has raised concern over unchecked access by police officers to courts and Judicial officers. Read more »
Kenya: Law Society Petitions for Autonomous Judiciary Police Unit
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) is set to petition the National Council on Administration of Justice (NCAJ) to anchor the Judiciary Police Unit with a countrywide presence to secure… Read more »
Kenya: History Is Made! - Kenya Qualifies for U17 World Cup for First Time Ever
The Harambee Junior Starlets have become the first ever Kenyan team to qualify for a FIFA World Cup, after thrashing Burundi 2-0 on the day and 5-0 on aggregate to progress for the… Read more »
Kenya: Kuria Sparks Impeachment Speculation Against DP Gachagua Amid Central Kenya Political Storm
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has ignited speculation about a potential plot to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in a raging political storm in Central… Read more »
Kenya: My Boss Is President Ruto and the People of Kenya - Gachagua
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has declared that he will not be intimidated by cabinet secretaries and MPs who are close to President William Ruto. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Condemns Russia's Invasion, Highlights African Conflicts At Global Summit
President William Ruto has joined world leaders in condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine, calling it unlawful, unjust, and against international law. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Meets Zelensky At Swiss Peace Summit, Reaffirms Support for Ukraine
President William Ruto held a bilateral meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine on Saturday evening, on the sidelines of the peace summit in Switzerland. Read more »
Kenya: Nyeri Coffee Factory Installs Solar Machine to Cut Energy Costs
Kiandu Coffee Factory in Nyeri has installed solar panels to cut energy costs. Read more »
June 15
Africa: President Ruto Not US Pawn in Africa - Ambassador Whitman
US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has refuted allegations that President William Ruto is a surrogate of President Joe Biden's administration, aimed at expanding US influence in… Read more »