May 12
Kenya: Lawmakers Put Police On the Spot Over Sh1.9 Billion VIP Security Allocation
The National Police Service (NPS) has defended the Sh1.9 billion set aside for security of government buildings and VIP protection after MPs raised concerns over the high spending… Read more »
Kenya: Weather Agency Issues Flood Warning As Rains Persist in Multiple Regions
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that rains will persist in several parts of the country through May 18, with some areas likely to experience heavy downpours… Read more »
Kenya: Senate's New County Funding Clause Pushes Division of Revenue Bill to Mediation
The Division of Revenue Bill for the 2026/27 financial year is headed for mediation after senators approved fresh proposals requiring the national government to fully absorb any… Read more »
Africa: Rachel Ruto Leads African Call for Protection of Children in AI-Driven Digital World At Africa Forward Summit
First Ladies from across Africa have issued a strong call for collective action to protect children in digital spaces amid the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and the… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Drops Two Directors From KPC Board After Privatization
The Government has removed two directors from the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) board following the completion of the firm's privatization in March 2026. Read more »
Kenya: Chief Registrar Mokaya Assures Newly Appointed Judges of Full Judiciary Support
Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Winfridah Mokaya has assured newly appointed Judges of the High Court and the Environment and Land Court (ELC) of the Judiciary's full… Read more »
Kenya: KWS Intensifies Search After Hyena Spotted in Syokimau Near JKIA
Residents of Syokimau and surrounding areas have been urged to remain calm but vigilant following reports of a hyena sighting along Mwananchi Road off Eastport Drive on Sunday. Read more »
Kenya: First Batch of Tax-Exempt Kenyan Tea Arrives in China
The first shipment of Kenyan tea exported under China's new zero-tariff treatment initiative for 53 African countries has arrived at Xiamen Port in Fujian Province. Read more »
Kenya: South C Residents Give CS Wahome 7-Day Ultimatum Over Delayed Probe Into Deadly Building Collapse
Members of the South C Residents Association have issued a seven-day ultimatum to Lands, Housing and Urban Development Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome demanding a progress report on… Read more »
Africa: UN Chief António Guterres - Africa Bears Brunt of Climate Crisis, Needs Urgent Climate Financing
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that Africa is bearing the heaviest burden of the global climate crisis despite contributing the least to global… Read more »
Africa: Ruto At Africa Forward Summit - Africa Must End Dependence On Aid and Demand Equal Global Voice
President William Ruto has called on African nations to take greater control of their development financing and reduce reliance on foreign aid and unsustainable borrowing, saying… Read more »
Kenya: MPs Tear Into CS Miano Over Absence From Tourism Budget Meeting
Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano came under sharp criticism from Members of Parliament after she failed to appear before the National Assembly Committee during deliberations… Read more »
Kenya: In Madagascar, Following the Arrest of MP Naivo Raholdina, the Witch-Hunt Continues
The nighttime arrest of Antananarivo V MP Naivo Raholdina has sparked fresh controversy across the Great Island. The MP was apprehended at his home in Analamahitsy on Saturday… Read more »
Kenya: ODM Opens 2027 Election Nomination Applications, Invites Aspirants Nationwide
Orange Democratic Movement has officially opened its Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the 2027 General Elections, inviting party members across the country to apply for… Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi Daylight Theft of Vehicle Grille Sparks Fresh Concern Over Syndicates Targeting Traffic Jams
A daring daylight theft involving a United Nations-plated vehicle has reignited concern over organised gangs targeting motorists stuck in Nairobi's heavy traffic. Read more »
Kenya: Experts Warn Affordable Housing Push Could Hurt Long-Term Growth
Economic experts have warned that Kenya's aggressive investment in the Affordable Housing Programme could negatively affect the country's long-term economic growth by diverting… Read more »
Kenya: DP Kindiki in Kampala for President-Elect Museveni Inauguration
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has travelled to Kampala, Uganda, to attend the inauguration of Uganda's President-elect, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Dispatches DP Kindiki to Represent Kenya At Museveni Swearing-in Ceremony in Kampala
President William Ruto has dispatched Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to represent Kenya at the swearing-in ceremony of Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, scheduled to take… Read more »
Kenya: SHA Increases Cancer Cover By Sh250,000 to Sh800,000
The Social Health Authority has increased annual cancer cover for patients by Sh250,000 to Sh800,000 in a move aimed at easing the financial burden on affected families. Read more »
Kenya: SHA Boosts Maternity and Cancer Care Funding in Major Universal Health Coverage Push
The Social Health Authority has announced an expansion of key health benefit packages, including free maternity services at primary healthcare facilities and increased cancer… Read more »
Kenya: Senate Proposes Shielding Counties From Revenue Shortfalls in Division of Revenue Bill 2026
The Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Budget has tabled proposals to the Division of Revenue Bill, 2026 that would require the national government to solely bear any revenue… Read more »
Kenya: One Feared Trapped After Six-Storey Building Collapses in Tom Mboya Estate, Kisumu
One person is feared trapped after a six-storey building collapsed on Monday evening in Tom Mboya Estate, triggering a major rescue operation. Read more »
Africa: Africa's Digital Economy Investment Push Takes Centre Stage At Nairobi Summit
Investment in Africa's digital economy has been identified as a critical driver in unlocking cross-border trade and accelerating innovation across the continent. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Rallies International Support for Justice Njoki Ndung'u's ICC Bid
Kenya has intensified diplomatic efforts to secure a position at the International Criminal Court (ICC), with President William Ruto taking a leading role in lobbying support for… Read more »
Kenya: Investigation Launched Into Cause of Kisumu Building Collapse As Safety Oversight Tightened
Investigations have been launched to establish the cause of the partial collapse of a four-storey building in Tom Mboya Estate, Kisumu, as authorities intensify scrutiny on… Read more »
