May 29
Kenya: Proposed 25pc Excise Duty to Harshly Affect Kenyans, Chase Investors, Stakeholders Say
Kenyans are set to brace for harsh economic times following proposals in the finance bill 2024/2025 to increase taxes in the Edible Oil Subsector which will propel an increase in… Read more »
Kenya: 18-Year-Old Kills Uncle for Labeling His Father a Witch, Mob Kills Father
An 18-year-old has been detained by police in Kisumu's Nyakach Sub-county after killing his uncle who allegedly labeled his father a witch. Read more »
Kenya: Economic Reforms See Thugge Named Central Bank Governor of the Year
African Banker Magazine has named Kamau Thugge the Central Bank Governor of the Year for spearheading reforms in the economy. Read more »
May 28
Kenya: EU Naval Force Conducts First Multi-Agency Exercise With Kenya to Boost Maritime Security
The European Union Naval Force Operation ATALANTA (EUNAVFOR ATALANTA) conducted its inaugural joint multi-agency exercise with Kenyan security forces last week. Read more »
Kenya: Garissa Chief Arrested for Seeking Bribes From Refugees Seeking Services
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested Garissa Chief for extorting money from refugees seeking services from his office. Read more »
South Sudan: South Sudan - a Land of Potential Beyond Oil
MAY 28 - South Sudan, the world's youngest nation, possesses immense potential for diversification, economic growth, and shared prosperity. While oil has been the mainstay of the… Read more »
Kenya: Ihub Announces 12 Edtech Start-Up for Upskilling
iHUB Kenya has announced 12 innovative EdTech start-ups joining the second cohort of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship. Read more »
Kenya: Treasury CS to Deliver Budget Statement On June 13
Treasury Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung'u will deliver the 2024/2025 Financial Year Budget Statement on June 13. Read more »
Kenya: 1.3mn People With HIV Under Treatment in Over 3,000 Health Centres - MoH
The Ministry of Health says 1.3 million people living with HIV and AIDS and under treatment across 3,752 facilities. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Pledges Enhanced Menstrual Health As World Marks Menstrual Hygiene Day
Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing menstrual health and hygiene nationwide as the world commemorates Menstrual Hygiene Day. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Tasks Kilimo House to Lead Consultations On Muguka Regulations
President William Ruto has directed the Ministry of Agriculture to convene a consultative forum on Muguka Regulations following a ban in two coastal counties over health concerns. Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Cuts Administration, Assembly Budget in Supplementary Spending Plan
City Hall has announced drastic cuts on Public Administration and County Assembly budgets to mobilise resources for key initiatives including school feeding and disaster response. Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Lifts Ban On Deep Excavation Activities in Nairobi
City Hall has announced the lifting of a ban on deep excavation activities within the city. Read more »
May 27
South Africa: Kenyatta Leads AU Election Observation Mission to Assess South Africa's Poll Preparedness
The head of the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM), former President Uhuru Kenyatta, has kicked off a series of high-level meetings in Johannesburg, South Africa,… Read more »
Kenya: Two Tribes Dominates Ketraco Workforce
Kalenjin is the biggest tribe in the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company's (KETRACO's) workforce, followed closely by the Kikuyu ethnic group out of 22 different ethnic groups… Read more »
Kenya: Coastal Counties Have No Power to Ban Muguka
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruyoit has poked holes on the contentious ban on the transport, sale, and consumption of muguka in the Coastal region. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Embarks On Foreign Policy Review
The government has embarked on a comprehensive review of Kenya's Foreign Policy, which has been in place since 2014. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Says Tax Incentives to Attract Private Sector to Affordable Housing Program
Head of Public Service Felix Koskei says the government is set to put in place policy reforms to accelerate private sector involvement in affordable housing program through tax… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power's Prepaid Token System to Undergo Maintenance
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced interruptions of the prepaid token vending system from June 2 to June 3, 2024, to facilitate its system network upgrade. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Announces Disruption of Prepaid Token Vending System
Kenya Power has announced a disruption of its prepaid token vending system next Sunday. Read more »
Kenya: Mang'eni Salutes Charges for 'Job Well Done' Despite Super Series Loss
Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) Lions coach Oliver Mang'eni believes his players have a lot to be proud of despite missing out on the Rugby Super Series title. Read more »
Kenya: 'Cry Now, Laugh Later' - Namwamba Assures Kenyans Over Stadia Repairs
Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba says Kenyans will have to suffer for a while as the government rehabilitates the country's dilapidated stadia. Read more »
Kenya: Chebet Eyeing Double Glory At Paris Olympics After World Record
World cross country champion Beatrice Chebet says she will compete in the women's 5000m and 10,000m at this summer's Olympic Games in Paris. Read more »
May 26
Kenya: Cheaper Than Kenya Airways - Ruto Defends Jet for U.S. State Visit
President William Ruto has defended his decision to use a luxury private jet for his 4-day State Visit to the United States of America, asserting that it was a cost-effective… Read more »
Kenya: Focus On Kenya's Achievements From the U.S., Not Ruto's Jet
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has emphasized the importance of focusing on the substantive outcomes of President William Ruto's recent state visit to the United States,… Read more »