February 10, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Commits to Timely Disbursement of Funds to Counties
President William Ruto has committed to the timely disbursement of funds to county governments. Read more »
Kenya: Mdundo Pays Kenyan Musicians Sh40 Million
Online music streaming platform Mdundo has content creators in Kenya Sh60 million for six-months ending December 2022. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyatta Joins Briefing On Ethiopia Peace Process
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta Thursday joined other African Union (AU) High Level - Panel members led by Former President of the Republic of Nigeria, H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo, in a… Read more »
Kenya: 1,431 Farmers Have Received Subsidized Fertilizers, Govt Says
The government says only 1,431 farmers out of the 4.3 million registered have received the subsidized fertilizers. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Calls for Private Sector Support in Drive to Boost Rice Production
The private sector has been called upon to partner with the national government to support its goal of rice self-sufficiency in the country. Read more »
Kenya: Havi Appointed Retirement Benefits Authority Chair After Losing Westlands Seat
Former President of the Law Society of Kenya Nelson Havi has been appointed to chair the Retirements Benefits Authority. Read more »
Kenya: Ranguma Lands Key Post in Ruto Govt
Former Kisumu Governor Jack Ranguma has landed a key role in President William Ruto's government after being appointed Chairperson of the SACCO Societies Regulatory Authority… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Orders Crackdown On School Heads Charging Extra Levies
The Government has directed county education officials to ensure that no public school is charging unauthorized levies imposed by head teachers within their jurisdiction. Read more »
Kenya: Police Officer Charged With Murder of Civilian
An Administration Police Constable has been charged afresh with the murder of a civilian in Kwale four years ago. Read more »
February 09, 2023
Kenya: U.S. Embassy Says Terrorists May Target High Traffic Areas in Nairobi
The US Embassy in Nairobi has issued a terror alert asking American citizens to exercise vigilance in high traffic locations frequented by foreigners. Read more »
Kenya: We Need Help to Feed 4.3m Kenyans - Drought Response Team
The National Steering Committee on Drought Response has appealed for additional financial donations to support 4.3 million Kenyans at risk of starvation. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyatta, Odinga and Musyoka Set for Huge Payout Under Supplementary Budget
Treasury has proposed to allocate over Sh816 million to finance office operations and personal expenses for retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka and… Read more »
Kenya: DP Rallies Support Against Malnutrition to Stop Mother, Child Mortality Rates
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged development partners to support government efforts to address malnutrition in a bid to avert an increase in mortality rates among… Read more »
Kenya: World Resources Institute to Partner With Nairobi River Commission in Restoration of Nairobi River
The Nairobi Rivers Commission has received a major boost following a commitment of technical and financial support from the World Resources Institute (WRI) in cleaning the Nairobi… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Imports Wheat From Russia Amid High Prices
Kenya has received a bulk import of wheat at the Port of Mombasa, coming at a time when the country is grappling with wheat shortages. Read more »
Kenya: Blistering Fast Omanyala Breaks National Record in Mondeville
African 100m record holder Ferdinand Omanyala shattered the national 60m record on Wednesday night, running a blistering 6.55secs to win at the Mondeville Indoor meeting in France. Read more »
Kenya: Will President Ruto Finally Cripple Raila Odinga's Party?
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has proven its mettle by surviving 17 years of insurmountable challenges and remains a political powerhouse in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: The Idea of Arresting Citizens At Night Unacceptable - Raila
Azimio la Umoja One Kenya leader Raila Odinga has expressed his frustration over the move by security agencies to arrest citizens at night. Read more »
Kenya: I Had Him for 40yrs, I Will Never Complain, I Have Accepted, Magoha's Widow Barbara Says
The late former Education Cabinet Secretary George Magoha's widow Barbara has given a glowing tribute to her husband of 40 years, saying she will never complain because God gave… Read more »
Kenya: Lick Some Glucose, the Journey Still Long - Cherargei to Matiangi
Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has told former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangi to 'lick some glucose' as the journey is still long, implying, he will need the energy. Read more »
Kenya: Former Minister Matiang'i Protests Against Night Police Raid at His Home
Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiangi has protested a night police raid at his home, saying he is ready to face any charges. Read more »
February 08, 2023
Kenya: Manufacturers Voice Concern Over Kenya Power Plan to Increase Electricity Prices
Manufacturers have voiced their concerns over planned electricity hike by Kenya Power, which they say will lead to higher cost of production. Read more »
Kenya: Senators Caution Governors Against Overambitious Own-Source Revenue Targets
Members of the County Public Accounts and Investments Commitee have cautioned Governors against over estimating their own-source revenue collection due to perennial failure to meet… Read more »
Kenya: Magoha's Funeral Procession Animated By Igbo Mourners Underway in Nairobi
The funeral procession for the immediate former Education Cabinet Secretary Prof George Magoha is underway in Nairobi ahead of his burial on Saturday. Read more »
Kenya: Azimio to Hold Parliamentary Group Meeting to Stem Fall-Out
The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya has planned a parliamentary group meeting to stem out cracks within the coalition that has seen several leaders from the outfit join Kenya Kwanza… Read more »