April 12, 2023
Kenya: Basigo to Deliver 15 Electric Buses to Nairobi's Public Transport Operators
Kenyan electric vehicle startup BasiGo will deliver 15 electric buses to public service vehicle (PSV) operators in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum Kicks Off in Nairobi
The 10th Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum (DRIF23) kicked off in Nairobi today, setting the ball rolling for the three-day conference bringing together 600 delegates from across… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Revenue Authority Commences Search for New Commissioner General
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has commenced the search for a new Commissioner-General following the exit of Githii Mburu in February. Read more »
April 11, 2023
Kenya: Senator Cherargei Proposes Life Imprisonment for Rustlers to End Vice
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has proposed tough regulations that if passed into law will see livestock rustlers imprisoned for life. Read more »
Kenya: Trade Secretary Lifts Ban on Exporting Raw Macadamia
Trade and Investment Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has lifted the ban on the exportation of raw macadamia nuts for a period of one year in a bid to open up the global markets. Read more »
Kenya: Bi-Partisan Talks Top Agenda as National Assembly Resumes Sittings
The National Assembly is set to resume sittings Tuesday after Easter recess, with a full in-tray. Read more »
Kenya: Omanyala Out to Deliver Sub-10 Performances in South Africa Grand Prix
Ferdinand Omanyala, the African 100m record holder will be out to deliver his first official sub-10 seconds at the opening two legs of the ASA Grand Prix Series in South Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Launch of Kenya's First Operational Satellite Delayed By a Day Due to Wind Conditions
The launch of Kenya's first operational 3U Earth observation satellite, Taifa-1 has been pushed forward by a day. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Insists Govt Won't Borrow Money to Pay Wages, Situation Under Control
President William Ruto says the government will not borrow money to pay public servants wages even as he insisted that the situation is under control. Read more »
Kenya: Don't Dare Retrench Public Servants, Azimio Tell President Ruto
The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition has vehemently opposed the move by the government to retrench public servants as a mechanism to reduce the huge wage bill. Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Schedules Public Barazas Ahead of Bipartisan Talks
The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya coalition on Tuesday announced that it will embark on holding "a series of direct engagements with members of the public through town hall meetings… Read more »
Kenya: 12 Passengers Escape Death As Matatu Bursts Into Flames At Narok - Maai Mahiu Highway
Twelve people narrowly escaped death after the matatu vehicle they were traveling in burst into flames and burnt beyond recognition at Ntulele area along the Narok- Maai Mahiu… Read more »
April 10, 2023
Kenya: Political Parties Staring at Cash Crunch as Registrar Warns of Funding Constraints
Political parties will wait much longer before benefitting from the last tranche of this financial year's state funding. Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom Investment Co-Operative Leads Kenya's Affordable Housing Projects
President William Ruto ascended to power last year with a promise to build more affordable houses for Kenyans. Read more »
Africa: How the Judiciary Can Lead in Reversing Negative Effects of Climate Change
In 2017, Kenya's Supreme Court ruled that Polling Station results were final. They cannot be adjusted at a later stage. This landmark ruling guided the way the 2022 election… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Farmer Number 1 - President Ruto Ploughs His Farm
President William Ruto joined workers at his Sugoi farm at the weekend, when he drove a ploughing tractor in preparation for the planting season. Read more »
Kenya: Expect Further Delays in Salaries, Treasury Cabinet Secretary Ndung'u Warns Civil Servants
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung'u has warned of a looming delay in processing of salaries for civil servants. Read more »
Kenya: Garissa Legislator Udgoon Kuno Seeks to Replace Sabina As Deputy Minority Whip
Garissa County Woman Representative Udgoon Siyad Kuno has emerged as the only one so far keen to take over the Deputy Minority Whip's post in the National Assembly under the Azimio… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Lauds Wajir Governor Abdullahi's Effort in Drought Mitigation
President William Ruto's administration has lauded the Wajir county government in its efforts to mitigate drought whose resultant effects has claimed thousands of livestock and… Read more »
Kenya: It's an Open Field - Obiri Charged Up for Second Marathon Bow in Boston
Hellen Obiri says she is excited ahead of her second marathon, having been a late addition to next Monday's Boston Marathon elite women's start list. Read more »
Kenya: Shujaa Pick Seven Points From Singapore 7s, but Still Tangled in Danger Zone
Shujaa marked a six-point improvement at the Singapore Sevens this weekend, where they picked seven points after a 10th place finish, but it was still not enough to hoist them off… Read more »
April 09, 2023
Kenya: Ferdinand Omanyala Readies for Busy Outdoor Season, Eyes Records
Commonwealth Games champion Ferdinand Omanyala will start his busy outdoor season, with four races lined up abroad before competing at next month's Kip Keino Classic in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto, Kenyatta Mum in Easter Appearances as Odinga Keeps Off Limelight
President William Ruto avoided a public statement of Sunday as he attended Easter Sunday at his home town of Eldoret with his press team only circulating still images. Read more »
Kenya: Economist David Ndii Hints at a Possible Handshake
President William Ruto's Council of Economic Advisors (CEA) chairperson, David Ndii, now says if things go bad, the government may be compelled to go for a handshake in the… Read more »
Kenya: Shock, Grief as Kenya Mourns Departed Volleyball Boss Kioni
The sudden demise of Kenya Volleyball Federation boss Waithaka Kioni early Sunday morning was greeted by shock and dismay across the sporting sphere, as fans and leaders mourned… Read more »