January 09, 2023
Kenya: Ruto Tasks Gachagua to Lead Coffee Sector Reforms, Mudavadi to Oversee Govt Delivery
President William Ruto has assigned Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua leadership over coffee sector reforms in a news Executive Order replacing an initial one issued last year. Read more »
Kenya: KRA Intercepts Uncustomed Ethanol Worth Sh15mn
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), in collaboration with a multiagency team, has intercepted two trucks ferrying 132 and 156 drums of uncustomed ethanol worth Sh15million. Read more »
Kenya: Methodist University Bans Slits, Dreadlocks, 'Extravagant' Necklines
The Kenya Methodist University has banned wearing of dreadlocks short skirts and those with exaggerated slits in a new dress code directive issues by the institution's Dean of… Read more »
January 08, 2023
Kenya: Two Underage Boys Among 3 More Suspects Arrested in LGBTQ+ Activist Edwin Chiloba's Murder
Two underage boys are among three more suspects arrested in the murder of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender+ (LGBTQ+) activist Edwin Chiloba. Read more »
Kenya: 10 Admitted in Kisii Over Anthrax Outbreak
Ten people are admitted to various hospitals in Kisii County following an anthrax outbreak in Sugubo village,Bobasi constituency a border in Kisii and Trans in Narok County. Read more »
January 06, 2023
Kenya: We Will Prepare a Better Bid to Win 2029 World Champs Hosting - Ababu
Kenya has confirmed it will bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships after missing the 2025 rights, which were awarded to Tokyo, Japan. Read more »
Kenya: Murder of LGBTQI+ Activist Edwin Chiloba Sparks Outrage Over Intolerance
The discovery of the body of Edwin Chiloba, an LGBTQ activist, concealed in a metal box after his murder has sparked outrage with rights crusaders expressing deep concern over… Read more »
Kenya: We Love the Plan, Now Walk the Talk - World Athletics Boss Coe Tells Kenya On Doping
World Athletics boss Lord Sebastian Coe has warned the country that only action, and not just talk, will help eradicate doping, even as he gave a thumbs up to the government and… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Warns of New Trick By Fraudsters Offering Cheap Tokens to Con Kenyans
Kenya Power and Lighting Company has warned Kenyans of a new trick being used by fraudsters to con customers by offering them cheap tokens. Read more »
Kenya: Akombe Named Chief of Peacebuilding At UN Agency Headquartered in New York
Kenya's Roselyn Akombe has been appointed the Chief of Peacebuilding Strategy and Partnerships at United Nations Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (UNDPPA). Read more »
Kenya: Shock As Body of LGBTQI+ Activist Found Stuffed in Box Within Eldoret
A man whose body was discovered stuffed in a metallic box in Uasin Gishu's Kipenyo-Katinga Road has been identified as that of a popular Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer… Read more »
Kenya: John Ngumi Resigns As Safaricom Chair After 5-Month Stint
Safaricom board chairman John Ngumi has resigned from the role barely 6 months after his appointment in July last year. Read more »
January 05, 2023
Kenya: Paralympians Wawira, Chelagat Among Nominees for Sportswoman Living With a Disability Award
Paralympians Nancy Chelagat and Hellen Wawira lead the names after the shortlist for the Sports Personality of the Year Awards (SOYA) Sportswoman living with disability were… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Defends Legality of Hustler Fund
President William Ruto has defended the legality of the Sh50 billion Hustler Fund following widespread criticism that it is operating illegally. Read more »
Kenya: Leave My Charlene Alone, President Ruto Tells Netizens Trolling Daughter
'Leave my daughter alone' was the subtle jab that President William Ruto shoved to netizens on social media who have been trolling his daughter Charlene Ruto. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi Must Change No Turning Back, Governor Sakaja Tells Off Critics
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has told off critics that he will continue instituting his planned changes in the city and that there is no turning back. Read more »
Kenya: By-Elections Kick Off in Kandara, Garissa Township and Elgeyo Marakwet
Voting in Kandara, Garissa Township, Elgeyo-Marakwet and Shelly Ward by-elections kicked off Thursday morning with most polling stations recording low turnout. Read more »
Kenya: I Am a Wiser Fool Now, Kalonzo Says On 2027 Presidential Bid
Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka says "I am a wiser fool now and I will run like I have never run before" in readiness for the 2027 presidential contest. Read more »
Kenya: Northern Collector Tunnel to Be Opened Feb 25, Sakaja Announces
The much awaited Northern Collector Tunnel will be launched on February 25th 2023, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has a announced. Read more »
Kenya: Kengen to Fast Track Deployment of Renewable Energy
Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC (KenGen) has unveiled plans to scale up the deployment of renewable energy in the country, adding an additional 3000 megawatts (MW) from… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Confident His Govt Will End Bandit Attacks, Related Challenges
President William Ruto has assured of his government's commitment to end bandit attacks in parts of Rift Valley where hundreds of people have been killed in past years during… Read more »
Kenya: Struggling Quins Snap in 11 New Signings to Salvage Season
Kenya Harlequin have reinforced their ranks with the confirmation of 11 signings following the closure of the 2022/23 Kenya Rugby Union mid-season transfer window on 31 December… Read more »
January 04, 2023
Kenya: Kenyans in the Diaspora Turn to 'Side Hustles' to Send Money Home
Kenyans in the diaspora have either cut or reduced the amounts of monies that they send back home, coming at a time when major global economies such as USA, UK, Canada, among… Read more »
Kenya: Husband Among Three to Face Murder Charge After Unsafe Abortion Leads to Wife's Death
Three suspects are in police custody after a botched abortion, leading to the death of a middle aged woman. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways' Shares Suspended Thrice for 12-Months
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has extended suspension of the Kenya Airways' (KQ's) shares for additional 12-months to enable the firm complete operational and restructure… Read more »