January 31, 2023
Kenya: Junior Secondary Schools Urged to Get for Tutors From Secondary Sectors
The Ministry of Education has directed Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) to source for teachers from Senior Secondary Schools (SSS) for various subjects. Read more »
Kenya: Athletics Kenya's Plea to Rift Valley Governors On Sports Infrastructures
Athletics Kenya (AK) president Jack Tuwei has appealed to county governments in the Rift region to refurbish sports infrastructures so the area can host more international… Read more »
Kenya: New Feature to Allow City Residents to Self Read Their Water Meters Through USSD Code
A new feature that has been introduced by the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NWSC) will now allow Nairobi residents to read their water meters through its USSD code 888… Read more »
Kenya: KNEC Issues Registration Guidelines for 2023 KCPE, KCSE Candidates
Registration for the 2023 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) and Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams will begin on Wednesday and close on March 30,… Read more »
Kenya: Usafricom to Conduct Largest East African Military Exercise in Kenya
The United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM) is set to conduct the largest East African military exercise next month in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Clinical Officers Issues 14-Day Strike Notice Over Posting of Interns
The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) has issued a 14 days strike notice following a delay in posting of clinical interns across the country. Read more »
Africa: Shelter Afrique Bets On a New Five-Year Strategic Plan to Improve Performance
Pan-African housing development financier - Shelter Afrique has unveiled a five-year strategic plan to restore the Institution's performance, competitiveness, and value creation… Read more »
Kenya: Raila to Give Keynote Speech in Nigeria Conference On Elections and Democracy
Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party leader Raila Odinga is in Nigeria where he is among leaders expected to address the 2022 Leadership Conference and Awards. Read more »
Kenya: Thieves Break Into Mudavadi's Karen Home and Steal TV, Gas Cylinder
Two burglars raided the home of Chief Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi in Karen Nairobi, and made away with a 40 inch television set and gas cylinder. Read more »
Kenya: Simba Wa Nairobi Demand Rematch With Bandari After Controversial Loss
FKF Premier League side Nairobi City Stars want the result of their controversial round of 13 match against Bandari FC annulled and a replay between the two sides. Read more »
Kenya: Former Harambee Keeper Origi Named Goalkeeping Coach At Swedish Side
Swedish second-tier club Ostersunds FK have named former Harambee Stars custodian Arnold Origi as their goalkeeping coach. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways Cargo Signs Codeshare Agreement With Astral Aviation
Kenya Airways cargo (KQ Cargo) has signed a codeshare agreement with Astral Aviation to boost trade between Africa and the Middle East. Read more »
Kenya: Why Kenyan Drivers Are Buzzing for New Season of Motorsports
The Kenya Motorsports Federation (KMSF) expects a record number of drivers to participate in this season's Kenya National Rally Championships (KNRC) after the body decided to relax… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Rugby League Sets Up Ayimba Memorial Tournament
The Kenya Rugby League in partnership with the County Government of Machakos have set up the Benjamin Ayimba legacy tournament that will be held annually to celebrate the life of… Read more »
Kenya: Enwealth Fanisi Program Hits New Milestone in Supporting Underprivileged Students
Enwealth Fanisi Program, the education scholarships initiative run by Enwealth Financial Services, has sponsored over 300 students joining high school since it was launched in… Read more »
East Africa: Bliss Healthcare Appoints New Chief Operating Officer On Regional Expansion
Bliss Healthcare has appointed Denis Ogolla as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) to spearhead regional expansion. Read more »
Kenya: Government Redeploys Communication Officials to Fill Vacant Posts
The Government has redeployed its communication officers to new stations following a Presidential directive. Read more »
January 30, 2023
Kenya: CBK Retains Base Lending Rate At 8.75% On Easing of Inflation
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has retained its lending base rate at 8.75 percent on easing inflationary pressure that saw the cost of goods and services rise. Read more »
Kenya: Tax Cheats Behind Rival Odinga's Rallies - President Ruto
But even with the political gatherings, the President insisted that every Kenyan must honour their tax obligation. Read more »
Kenya: Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Courts to Be Rolled Out Across the Country
The Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Court will be relocated from Shanzu to a new site in Mtwapa, as efforts are made to roll out the specialised courts across the country, Chief… Read more »
Kenya: New Police Unit to Protect Critical Water Infrastructure Due to Vandalism, Corruption
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki will on Monday unveil a new police unit to provide security to the critical water infrastructure. Read more »
Kenya: African Economies and Overlapping Crises - How to Respond to the Rising Global Headwinds?
The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a profound setback after a quarter-century of economic and social progress. Insecurity and political instability are becoming pervasive across… Read more »
Kenya: Cost of Power Per Unit to Go Up By Between 13 to 20pc in New Tariff Review
The cost of power for domestic consumers will go up by between 13 to 20 per cent in the new proposed tariffs, inclusive of levies and taxes, Kenya Power has revealed. Read more »
Kenya: Government Reshuffles Top Tender Officials in New Shake Up
The Kenyan Government has reshuffled its top supply chain officers as it seeks to clean tendering processes that are renowned for corruption and favoritism. Read more »
Kenya: Junior Secondary School Is Free, CS Machogu Warns Institutions Charging Unauthorized Levies
The Education Cabinet Secretary has said that Junior Secondary School is free, contrary to reports that learners joining Junior Secondary are required to pay some fees. Read more »