Kenya: Safaricom Profit Jumps to Sh100bn On M-Pesa, Data Growth

Safaricom has posted a 67.3 percent jump in net profit to Sh100 billion for the 2025/26 financial year, driven by strong growth in M-Pesa, mobile data and its Ethiopia business. Read more »

Kenya: Govt Dismisses Blood Export Claims

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale now says Kenya does not export donated human blood, dismissing reports suggesting that the country was involved in the export of blood and blood… Read more »

Kenya: Armed Attacker Posing As Disabled Man Killed in Botched Highway Robbery

A suspected armed robber was killed after a failed carjacking attempt targeting a transit vehicle driver near Mtito Andei turned against the attackers during a violent struggle… Read more »

Kenya: Safaricom Announces Sh80bn Dividend After Profit Jump

Safaricom will pay shareholders a Sh80.13 billion dividend for the 2025/26 financial year after reporting strong growth in profit. Read more »

Kenya: Live - Impeachment Proceedings of Former DP Rigathi Gachagua Resume At Milimani Law Courts

The High Court bench presiding over the impeachment proceedings involving former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is underway at the Milimani Law Courts. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Hails Supreme Court As Guardian of Constitution

President William Ruto has praised the Supreme Court of Kenya for its role in safeguarding constitutionalism and strengthening democracy during the swearing-in of Justice Mohammed… Read more »

Kenya: Kindiki Vows Sustained Action Against Recent Violence in Kitui

The government has vowed tough action following recent killings in Kitui County. Read more »

Kenya: Champ Nasser Eyes Cautious Comeback At Home Pearl Rally After Kenya Setback

Reigning African Rally Champion Yasin Nasser is doggedly set to recover lost ground at this weekend's Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally, opting for a more cautious approach after a… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Industrial Growth Slowed By Weak Infrastructure, Skills Gaps

Kenya's push to industrialise is being held back by weak infrastructure and skills gaps, a new continental report shows. Read more »

Kenya: DCP Moves to Avoid Chaos in Ol Kalou Nominations

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has outlined measures on handling disputes arising from the nominations for the Ol Kalou parliamentary seat sscheduled for May 9, 2026. Read more »

Kenya: PSC Staffer Fights Back After Fake Certificate Allegations

A staff member attached to the Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC) has appealed for leniency after being suspended without salary over allegations of submitting a fake academic… Read more »

Africa: Kenya's Sarah Mose Makes Huge Splash On Opening Day of Africa Swimming Championships

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 6, 2026 - Kenyan swimmer Sarah Mose won bronze on Day One of the Africa Aquatics Swimming Championships in Oran, Algeria on Wednesday morning. Read more »

Kenya: Fuel Shortage - Technical Hitch Cited

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has attributed the recent fuel shortages reported at select petrol stations to a technical and administrative hitch, assuring Kenyans that… Read more »

Kenya: Gachagua Insists Opposition Will Front Single Presidential Candidate Against Ruto

Democratic Congress Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has reaffirmed that the United Opposition will present a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Backs Justice Njoki Ndung'u in Bid for ICC Judgeship

Kenya has intensified efforts to secure a seat for Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung'u at the International Criminal Court (ICC), with top government officials rallying behind her… Read more »

Kenya: Deaths Drop At Jootrh As Investments in Specialized Care Pay Off

A sharp decline in patient deaths at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) is being attributed to major investments in specialized care, modern equipment,… Read more »

Kenya: Kindiki Urges Regulatory Agencies to Boost Efficiency, Cut Business Costs

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has called on regulatory authorities to enhance efficiency, fairness, and predictability in service delivery to improve livelihoods and support… Read more »

Kenya: Wandayi Blames Fuel Shortage On Technical Hitch, Assures Supply Normalcy

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has attributed the recent fuel shortages reported in parts of the country to a technical and administrative hitch that disrupted supply to… Read more »

Kenya: Senate Invites Public Views On Forest Conservation and Management Amendment Bill, 2025

The Senate has invited members of the public to submit written memoranda on the Forest Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (National Assembly Bill No. 38 of 2025),… Read more »

Kenya: Health PS Muthoni Elected Chair of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health

Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni has been elected Chairperson of the African Permanent and Principal Secretaries for Health, marking a… Read more »

Kenya: Heavy Rains Push Kenya's Hydropower Output

Kenya's electricity supply has received a significant boost from increased hydropower generation driven by ongoing heavy rains, even as water levels in key reservoirs remain within… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Launches Project to Study Aflatoxin Risks and Climate Impact On Child Health

The government, in collaboration with the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), has launched the Tackling the Risk of Aflatoxins and Climate Effects on Child Health in Africa… Read more »

Kenya: Leadership Is Defined Long After You're Gone - in Conversation With Capital FM Md Symon Bargurei

In this inaugural Leadership Edition of Capital Conversations, Capital FM MD, Symon Bargurei, reflects on integrity, ambition, mentorship, generational leadership and what it takes… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Pays Sh2.23bn in Wayleave Compensation

The government has paid Sh2.23 billion in compensation to landowners affected by major electricity transmission projects, even as Sh182 million remains pending across three key… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Welcomes New Ambassadors, Urges Stronger Kenya Ties

President William Ruto on Wednesday received Letters of Credence from three newly appointed envoys to Kenya during a ceremony held at State House, Nairobi. Read more »