October 13, 2022
Kenya: National Assembly Releases Schedule for Vetting of President Ruto's Cabinet Secretary Nominees
The National Assembly has released a schedule for vetting President William Ruto's Cabinet nominees, Secretary to the Cabinet and the Attorney General, starting Monday next week. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Re-Brands Presidential Communication Team in First Executive Order
President William Ruto on Thursday issued his first Executive Order outlining the structure of his administration. Read more »
Africa: Gachagua Challenges Youth in Africa to Take Up Leadership Roles
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has challenged the youth of Africa to take up leadership roles so that they can drive Africa's socio-economic development. Read more »
Kenya: Museveni's Son Muhoozi Asks President Ruto to Forgive Him Following Kenya Invasion Tweets
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni's son Muhoozi Kainerugaba has asked President William Ruto to forgive him following his Kenya invasion tweets that elicited huge public outcry. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Urged to Collaborate With Mauritius to Strengthen Economic Growth
Kenya has been urged to collaborate with Mauritius in order to achieve robust economic growth that is both inclusive and sustainable. Read more »
Kenya: Farmers Count Losses as Drought Destroy Coffee Bushes
Coffee farmers in Nyeri County are set to earn less as prolonged drought ravages bushes. Read more »
Kenya: Environment Court Dismisses Mau Forest Petition By 40,000 Evictees
The Mau Forest evictees have suffered a major setback after a three-judge bench sitting at the Narok Environment and Land Court (ELC) dismissed their petition. Read more »
Kenya: Hustler Lobby Demand Fair Share of Government Slots in Ruto Govt
Hustler Women Brigade Movement (HWBM) wants the government to not only appoint leaders who understand the plight of Mama Mbogas but also do effective representation across all… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Says Kenya Keen to Even Trade Balance With Egypt
President William Ruto has said Kenya is keen on developing stronger trade relations with Egypt. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Receives Credentials of 4 New Diplomats At State House
President William Ruto Thursday received credentials from newly appointed ambassadors of Turkey, Italy, India and France. Read more »
Kenya: Treasury Refutes Claims That It Has Defaulted SGR Loans
The National Treasury has refuted claims that it has defaulted on its external debt service obligations to the People's Republic of China on account of the Standard Gauge Railway… Read more »
Kenya: Workers in State Mills Call for Inclusion in the Privatization Process
The Kenya Union of Sugar Plantation and Allied Workers (KUSPAW) are doubtful of another round of push by the national government to privatize the five sugar mills as they demand… Read more »
Kenya: LSK Slams DPP Haji for Ending Major Corruption Cases
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has slammed the Director of Public Prosecution Noordin Haji for withdrawing major corruption cases against top officials saying the trend is… Read more »
Kenya: Goat Kipchoge Headlines World Male Athlete of the Year Initial List
World record holder Eliud Kipchoge headlines the initial list of 10 athletes released by World Athletics for the 2022 Male Athlete of the Year Award, which will be dished in… Read more »
Kenya: Another Kenyan Slapped With Three-Year Ban for Failing Drugs Test
The Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) has confirmed the ban of Kenyan marathoner Mark Kangogo for three years, after being initially provisionally suspended for a positive drugs test. Read more »
Kenya: Labour Court Suspends Establishment of Chief Administrative Secretary Office
The Employment and Labour Court has suspended the establishment of the office of the Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) in the public service. Read more »
Kenya: DPP's Successive Withdrawals of Uhuru-Era Suits Sparks Public Debate
The recent withdrawal of multiple high-profile cases by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has evoked mixed reactions amid speculation over possible meddling. Read more »
Somalia: Lifting Arms Embargo On Somalia Could Be a Phenomenal Blunder
I might be alone on this journey but I still oppose the lifting of the arms embargo in Somalia. What the USA and other countries supporting it have done is like what Emperor Nero… Read more »
Kenya: CS Kagwe Says All Covid-19 Vaccines Accounted for
Outgoing Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe says all COVID-19 vaccines have been accounted for, and denied claims that a number of doses can not be traced. Read more »
Kenya: Marathon GOAT Kipchoge Reveals What Book Inspired Him for the Berlin World Record
An avid reader, Eliud Kipchoge always has a book headlining his preparation towards a big race, to put him in the right frame of mind and have him motivated to achieve great… Read more »
October 12, 2022
Kenya: House Approves Team to Conduct Approval Hearings for Ruto's Cabinet
The ball has been set rolling on the vetting of Cabinet Secretaries by the National Assembly following the approval of the Appointments Committee set to vet the 22 nominees. Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Designates Imwatok Nairobi Assembly Majority Leader, Ogeto Whip
The Azimio One Kenya Coalition Party has presented the list for the Nairobi County Assembly leadership, and named Makongeni MCA Peter Imwatok the Majority Leader to be deputized by… Read more »
Kenya: Chepng'etich Enticed By Prospect of Third Title in Chicago Next Year
After clinching her second successive title at the Chicago Marathon, two-time champion Ruth Chepng'etich admits the idea of running in the Windy City at next year's edition is… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Halts Plan to Revoke Licenses for 43 Clubs Notorious for Noise Pollution
The Nairobi City County Government has halted plans to revoke licenses for 43 city clubs which were facing closure over noise pollution. Read more »
Kenya: Jambojet Fully Automates Its Cargo Fulfilment Process
Regional low-cost airline, Jambojet has finalized the automation of its cargo management process. Read more »