May 13
Kenya: LSK, Digital Rights Groups Move to Supreme Court Over Cyber Surveillance Law
A fresh legal battle over digital freedoms is now headed to the Supreme Court, in a case that could redefine the limits of State surveillance and the privacy rights of millions of… Read more »
Kenya: MPs Push for State-Owned Offices to Cut Soaring Rental Costs
Members of Parliament have raised sharp concerns over continued government spending on leased office space and refurbishment costs, even as the State Department for Parliamentary… Read more »
Africa: Tough Start for Kenya At Africa Championships As Rwanda Reign Supreme in Women's 5000m
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 13, 2026 - Kenya started off their medal harvesting campaign at the Africa Championships in Accra in a disappointing note in the women's 5000m on Tuesday night. Read more »
Africa: Moderator Explains Viral Macron Moment At Africa Forward Summit
Media executive and summit moderator Marie Lora-Mungai has spoken out about the now-viral moment involving French President Emmanuel Macron at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi,… Read more »
Kenya: Dr Gikonyo Denies Hiding Gachagua During Impeachment Trial
Cardiologist Dr. Daniel Gikonyo on Wednesday denied allegations that he helped "hide" former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in hospital during his impeachment trial to allegedly… Read more »
Kenya: Group Welcomes Increased SHA Cancer Cover, Expanded Treatment Services
Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations has welcomed the government's decision to increase oncology benefits under the Social Health Authority from Sh550,000 to Sh800,000. Read more »
Kenya: Police to Deploy Body Cameras, Digital OBs, CCTV in Major 2027 Election Security Overhaul
The National Police Service (NPS) has unveiled a major security modernization programme ahead of the 2027 General Election, with Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja saying… Read more »
Kenya: DCI Links Armed Gang to Murder of Nakuru Reverend Julius Ndumia in Brutal Church Attack
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has revealed that a criminal gang suspected of carrying out a series of violent robberies across Nakuru County is behind the murder… Read more »
Kenya: PS Karugu Champions Climate Action Through Tree Planting in Meru
Residents of Meru County joined Principal Secretary for East African Community Affairs Dr. Caroline Karugu and officials from the State Department of EAC Affairs in a tree planting… Read more »
Kenya: Senate Orders Treasury to Restore Meru County Allocations Amid Debt Row With French Investor
The Senate has adopted a resolution compelling the National Treasury to immediately lift the funding freeze imposed on Meru County over concerns linked to foreign debt obligations,… Read more »
Africa: Echo Network Africa Foundation Eyes Regional Expansion As It Marks Nearly Five Decades of Women Empowerment
Echo Network Africa Foundation (ENAF), formerly known as Kenya Women Trust Fund (KWFT), has announced plans to expand its women empowerment programs across East Africa and the… Read more »
Kenya: The Nairobi Hospital Marks International Nurses Week 2026 With Tribute to Nurses
The Nairobi Hospital has commemorated International Nurses Week 2026 by recognizing the dedication, sacrifice, and critical contribution of nurses in delivering quality healthcare… Read more »
Kenya: Oparanya Says Kuscco Faces Sh12bn Financial Crisis Due to Mismanagement
Co-operatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya has revealed that the Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (KUSCCO) is facing an estimated Sh12… Read more »
Kenya: Court to Rule On Cross-Examination of Cardiologist in Gachagua Impeachment Case
The impeachment case involving former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua resumes today with the court expected to decide whether renowned cardiologist Dr. Daniel Kibuka Gikonyo will… Read more »
Africa: President Ruto Calls for Action On Africa Forward Summit Commitments
William Ruto has called on African governments and development partners to translate commitments made during the Africa Forward Summit into tangible progress that improves the… Read more »
Africa: Africa Forward Summit 2026 Declaration Prioritizes Agriculture and Health Systems
The Africa Forward Summit 2026 Declaration has outlined expanded commitments on agricultural transformation, food security, and resilient health systems as African and French… Read more »
Kenya: DCI Arrests Two Suspects Over Forged Land Deals in Mlolongo and Nairobi's Westlands
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations' Land Fraud Investigations Unit have arrested two suspects linked to separate cases involving forged land ownership… Read more »
Kenya: Crown Culture Africa Takes Over Miss Universe Kenya Franchise
Crown Culture Africa has officially launched Miss Universe Kenya under a new management structure aimed at redefining the country's pageantry industry and strengthening Kenya's… Read more »
Kenya: KRU Issue Passionate Plea to Kenyans Ahead of Historic Africa Women's Cup
Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) chair Harriet Okach has urged fans to turn up and fill the RFUEA Grounds to the rafters for the Africa Women's Cup on May 21-31. Read more »
Kenya: Another World Record From Sawe? Fastest Man to Grace Berlin Marathon
World record holder for the men's marathon Sabastian Sawe remains coy on whether he will be aiming to run faster at this year's Berlin Marathon on September 27. Read more »
Africa: Turaco Among Kenya Firms Ranked Fastest Growing in Africa
Insurance technology firm Turaco has been ranked among Africa's fastest-growing companies in the latest Financial Times ranking, as Kenyan firms continued to strengthen their… Read more »
Kenya: Trific Opens Sh5bn Green Dollar-Based I-Reit
The Two Rivers International Finance and Innovation Centre (TRIFIC) Special Economic Zone has launched a Sh4.8 billion ($37.3 million) green, US dollar-denominated Income Real… Read more »
Africa: Moses Kuria Hits Back At Gachagua Over Criticism of Africa Forward Summit 2026
Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has launched a sharp rebuttal against former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua following his criticism of the Africa Forward Summit 2026,… Read more »
Kenya: Orphaned Student in Nyaribari Chache Gets New Hope As Okeng'o Nyambane Fulfills Burial Pledge
A family in Birongo Ward, Nyaribari Chache, has expressed gratitude to parliamentary aspirant Okeng'o Nyambane after he fulfilled a promise to support the education of an orphaned… Read more »
Kenya: French Firms Tour Nairobi Affordable Housing Project
GulfCap Real Estate hosted a delegation of French firms at the Starehe Point Affordable Housing Project in Nairobi during the Africa Forward Summit, as Kenya seeks to attract more… Read more »
