June 15
Kenya: Kenyan Esther Kimani Bags £50,000 for Inventing Crop Pest Detection Device
Esther Kimani, a Kenyan, has been named the winner of Africa's biggest engineering prize, the Royal Academy of Engineering's Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. Read more »
Kenya: Comedian Fred Omondi Dies in a Motorbike Accident On Kangundo Road
Comedian Fred Omondi, a brother to popular comedian Eric Omondi died on Saturday morning after he was involved in a road crash along Kangundo Road in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya to Pilot Indonesian Carbon Data Project
Kenya is set to host the pilot project for Indonesian tech company Aeroterra & Eldera Matadata Presisi to enhance environmental sustainability. Read more »
June 14
Kenya: Former U.S. President Obama to Visit Kenya Next Year
President William Ruto has announced that former United States President Barrack Obama will be visiting the country next year. Read more »
Kenya: Sharp Division Emerge On the Financing of Sh4tn Budget Presented By Treasury
Deep divisions have emerged over the fiscal year 2024/2025 financial budget, with Opposition MPs vowing to dismantle the funding strategies encapsulated in the Finance Bill 2024. Read more »
Kenya: DPP Closes Arguments in 2018 Sharon Otieno Murder Case Against Obado
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has closed its arguments in the 2018 Sharpon Otieno murder case against former Migori Governor Okoth Obado. Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Resolves to Reject Key Tax Proposals in Finance Bill 2024
The Opposition Coalition has now set its sights on challenging the provisions of the Finance Bill 2024, which is poised to underpin the financing of the Sh 3.9 trillion budget for… Read more »
Kenya: UK Announces Sh82mn Donation to Kenya to Improve Green Infrastructure
The United Kingdom has announced a Sh82 million funding to improve green infrastructure initiatives with Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Fuel Prices Drop By Between Sh3 and Sh6 in Latest EPRA Review
Fuel prices have dropped by about Sh3 and Sh6 in the latest Energy, Petroleum, and Regulatory Authority (EPRA), coming on the back of Kenya's currency appreciation against major… Read more »
Kenya: Law Society Condemns Shooting of Magistrate In Court
The Law Society of Kenya says it will engage Chief Justice Martha Koome in developing strategies to safeguard the judiciary. Read more »
Kenya: Agricultural Sector Among Big Winners in New Budget
Kenyan farmers are among the big winners in the just-released 2024-2025 budget that was read yesterday by the National Treasury. Read more »
Kenya: Vehicle Owners to Pay More As Treasury Removes Sh100,000 Tax Cap
The government has removed a proposal to cap taxes on registered motor vehicles at Sh100,000, meaning that those owning high-end or expensive cars will have to pay more if Finance… Read more »
Algeria: Algeria Endorses Kenya's AUC Chairmanship Bid, Boosts Raila's Support
Kenya's candidacy for the Chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC) received significant support on Friday when Algeria endorsed Raila Odinga's bid. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Says Measures Against Illicit Brew Have Borne Fruit
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says implementation of tough measures to curb illicit brews, drugs and substances has borne fruit as thousands of youths have been saved from the… Read more »
Kenya: Power of Faith - World Record Holder Kipyegon Wins Women's 5000m At Olympics Trials
Double world record holder Faith Kipyegon stormed to victory in the women's 5000m at the national trials for the Paris Olympics, in what was her first race of the year. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Moves to Expel Illegal Herders From Gazetted Forests
The government has renewed efforts to tame illegal grazing in gazetted forests to protect the National Tree Growing Campaign. Read more »
Kenya: Lawmakers Criticize New University Funding Model
Members of Parliament have raised concerns about the new university funding model, arguing that it may prevent students from poor households from accessing tertiary education. Read more »
Kenya: 'Who Am I Not to Double?' World Record Holder Chebet Eyes Two Medals At Paris Olympics
World record holder for the women's 10,000m Beatrice Chebet is confident of her stamina to double in the 5000m and 10,000m at the upcoming Olympics in Paris. Read more »
Africa: Uhuru Says Education Crucial to Africa's Development
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has underscored the vital role of education in Africa's development, advocating for substantial investments in education and capacity building to… Read more »
Kenya: Super Petrol Price Decrease By Sh3 in Latest EPRA Review
The price of Super Petrol has decreased by Sh3 in the latest review by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA). Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Spend Sh377.5bn On National Security
The Government has proposed an allocation of Sh377.5 billion to enhance the operations of the country's national security organs in the financial year 2024/2025. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Committed to Supporting Farmers, President Ruto Says
The government has kept its promise to farmers by revitalising the agriculture sector, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Announces Compulsory Customer Service Training for All Public Servants
Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei has announced a compulsory customer service training for all public servants. Read more »
Kenya: Mau Mau Veterans Join Quest for Justice Amid Probe Over Batuk Misconduct
National Assembly Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations Committee continued its investigation into the conduct of the British Army Training Unit in Kenya (BATUK) this week. Read more »
Kenya: Sensational Paul Were Dreams of Winning Nsl Title With Mathare United
Former Kenyan international Paul Were says he dreams of winning the National Super League title with Mathare United and helping them back up to the top flight. Read more »