March 27, 2023
Kenya: Kibra, Mathare Gangs Attack Several Journalists Covering Azimio Protests - Steal Valuables
Knife-wielding gangs in Nairobi's informal settlement Kibra and Mathare attacked several journalists who covered Monday's Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition protests. Read more »
Kenya: Heavy Downpour in Garissa Render Many Roads Impassable
The ongoing rainfall has affected parts of Garissa County especially Modogashe and parts of Fafi and Ijara constituencies. Read more »
Kenya: Google Removes Kenyan Loan Apps From the Play Store for Lacking CBK Licenses
Google has removed Kenya loan apps from the Play Store as it cracks down on unregistered lenders. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi CBD Largely Closed As Business Thrives in Downtown During Azimio Protests
Business activities in the Nairobi Central Business District were slow on Monday with many shops closed as most enterprises feared attacks or looting during Azimio protests called… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Declines to Stop Azimio Demonstrations
The High Court has declined to stop the ongoing Azimio demonstrations led by Raila Odinga. Read more »
Kenya: Raila Leads Azimio Demonstrations in Kawangware, Kibra
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Leader Raila Odinga Monday led demonstrations in Kawangware and Kibra to push President William Ruto's administration to address the high cost of living… Read more »
Kenya: High Court to Rule On Legality of Azimio Demonstrations Tomorrow
The High Court will on Tuesday make ruling on whether the demonstrations by the Azimio La Umoja coalition party are legal. Read more »
Kenya: Transport CS Appoints New Kenya Railways Chair
Transport Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has appointed Muhumed Abdi Mohamed as the new chairman of the Kenya Railways Corporation (KRC). Read more »
Kenya: No Handshake, Tuko On, Mondays and Thursdays - Raila
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Leader Raila Odinga has asserted that the coalition's demonstrations are still on despite police officers cordoning the Nairobi Central Business District… Read more »
Kenya: Police in Kisumu Take Cover as Azimio Demonstrators Hurl Stones
Police were forced to take cover as they came under a hail of stones at the Kisumu bus terminus. Read more »
Kenya: Nyong'o in Stand-Off With Azimio Demonstrators Who Want Access to Kisumu CBD
Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong'o has led a handful of demonstrators from Kondele towards Nyamsaria. Read more »
Kenya: Police Lob Teargas, in Running Battles With Azimio Demonstrators in Mathare
Police on Monday hurled teargas at Azimio La Umoja One Kenya demonstrators who hurled stones at them in Mathare. Read more »
Kenya: Police Must Use All Means Including Force to Restore Sanity - Cherargei
Nandi senator Samson Cherargei has urged police to use every means possible including use of force to counter Azimio protestors. Read more »
Kenya: Major Clash Looming as Odinga Claims Govt Mobilising Goons to Attack Azimio Protesters
Opposition leader Raila Odinga now claims that the government intends to use goons to cause mayhem during Monday's opposition protests against the high cost of living. Read more »
Kenya: It 'Hurts' Watching Other Teams Play Afcon Qualifiers, Says Olunga
Harambee Stars skipper Michael Olunga has admitted it has been hard watching other national teams play qualifiers for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, while they sit out after being… Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Urges Kenyans to Strive for a Better Nation Ahead of Azimio Protests
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says that it is business as usual as the country braces for the second phase of antigovernmental protests Monday. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Seeks Trade Deals in Germany, Belgium Visit
President William Ruto has left the country for a two-day official visit to Germany before proceeding to Belgium -- the capital of the European Union. Read more »
Kenya: Former Head of Public Service Joseph Kinyua Appointed to KCB Board of Directors
Former Head of Public Service has been appointed to the position of the Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Board of Directors. Read more »
March 26, 2023
Kenya: MPs Want First Lady's Office Anchored in Law
Members of the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security have urged the Executive Office of the President to initiate a process of anchoring… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Wants Law Governing Protests Changed in Wake of Violence
The government says it will propose new regulations that will govern mass action in the country in the wake of recent protests that turned violent in Nairobi and Kisumu cities. Read more »
Kenya: MPs to Conclude Probe on 2022 KCSE Exam Cheating March 31
A parliamentary committee probing allegations of cheating during the 2022 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education administration, marking, and results is set to hold its sittings… Read more »
Kenya: Karua Says Won't Be Intimidated By Police Over Monday Protests
Narc Kenya party leader Martha Karua has vowed to take part in Monday street protests, dismissing a ban issued by the police. Read more »
Kenya: We Are Fighting for Justice - Odinga to Ruto
Opposition leader Raila Odinga has refuted claims by President William Ruto that he plans to cause anarchy in the country through anti-government protests. Read more »
Kenya: Odinga Dares IG Koome to Arrest Him Over Monday Protests
Opposition leader Raila Odinga has dared the Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome to arrest him after issuing a ban on the planned Monday protests. Read more »
Kenya: Odinga Says Monday Protests Are On Despite Police Ban
Opposition chief Raila Odinga has declared that Monday protests are on, despite a ban by police who have urged Kenyans to carry on with their businesses. Read more »