Kenya: IEBC Targets Marginalized, Hard-to-Reach Youth to Fix Voter Register

The (IEBC) is shifting focus to youth in informal settlements as it seeks to close registration gaps ahead of the 2027 General Election, following the conclusion of the Enhanced… Read more »

Kenya: Ca to Regulate Cable Installations By Internet Firms in New Law

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is seeking public views on proposed new rules aimed at tightening the installation and maintenance of cable telecommunication… Read more »

Kenya: Detectives Probe Suspected Poisoning in Death of Dr. Obwaka

Detectives have widened investigations into the death of veteran obstetrician and gynecologist Job Obwaka, with authorities now pursuing a possible case of suspected poisoning. Read more »

Kenya: U.S. Envoy Urges Kenyan Media to Uphold Ethics, Transparency to Protect Public Trust

The United States has called on Kenyan media to strengthen ethical standards and transparency, warning that undisclosed external influence risks eroding public trust in journalism. Read more »

Kenya: Justice Lenaola Urges Stronger Judiciary-Media Collaboration

Supreme Court Judge Isaac Lenaola has highlighted the great potential for meaningful collaboration between the media and the Judiciary that is necessary for strengthening public… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Commissioner Nderitu Defends Ballot Secrecy, Warns Against Sharing Marked Votes

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission's (IEBC) has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the secrecy of the ballot, firmly defending a proposed ban on… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Plans Phone Ban At Polling Stations in 2027 Election

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has warned Kenyans against taking photos of their ballot papers during elections, saying the move threatens the secrecy… Read more »

Kenya: Suluhu Calls for Kenya-Tanzania Cooperation to Tackle 'Disruptive Activism' During Ruto Visit

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called for coordinated action between Kenya and Tanzania to counter what she described as disruptive activism, urging a firm approach… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya, Tanzania to Remove Non-Tariff Barriers By June

Kenya and Tanzania have renewed their pledge to cultivate closer ties as they seek to accelerate economic growth and deepen regional integration by signing eight new agreements. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya to Host Global Bird Summit As Species Decline

BirdLife International has warned that more than 40 percent of migratory bird species worldwide are in decline, as Kenya prepares to host the Global Flyways Summit later this year. Read more »

Kenya: DCI Opens Probe Into Ruai Land Dispute, Orders Construction Halt

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched a probe into a disputed parcel of land in Ruai, Nairobi, following a complaint and a viral social media video alleging… Read more »

Kenya: IGAD Targets Thousands of Youth Innovators in Climate Coalition Expansion

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development(IGAD) is seeking to engage thousands of young climate innovators across Eastern Africa through a newly launched regional youth… Read more »

Kenya: Nairobi Inducts New Alcohol Licensing Board to Tackle Illegal Liquor Trade

The Nairobi County Government has begun the induction of its new Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Board at the Kenya School of Government, marking a renewed drive to restore… Read more »

Kenya: ODM Internal Row Heads to Full Hearing After Tribunal Ruling

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has suffered a setback after the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal ruled that it has jurisdiction to hear and determine a complaint filed by… Read more »

Kenya: Copia Faces Insolvency Petition Over Unpaid Debts

Copia Kenya is facing an insolvency petition at the High Court after allegedly failing to settle debts owed to creditors. Read more »

Kenya: 38-Year Age Gap Love At Center of Dr. Obwoka's Death Probe

A love story marked by a 38-year age gap is now at the center of investigations into the sudden death of veteran doctor Dr. Job Obwoka, with his partner Beatrice Wangari detained… Read more »

Kenya: Lobby Petitions MPs to Release IMF Governance Report

A lobby group has petitioned Parliament to compel the government to release the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Report on Kenya, completed… Read more »

Kenya: Algerian, Iranian FMs Discuss Efforts to End Gulf Escalation

Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf on Monday received a phone call from his Iranian counterpart, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, to discuss ongoing diplomatic efforts to end military… Read more »

Kenya: KMSF Appeal Collapses As Court Upholds Legal Standing Challenge

Three of Kenya's leading motorsport figures secured a decisive legal victory after the High Court struck out an appeal by the Kenya Motor Sports Federation (KMSF) without hearing… Read more »

Kenya: UDA Postpones Ol Kalou Nomination to Friday

The United Democratic Alliance has rescheduled its party nomination exercise for Ol Kalou Constituency in Nyandarua County to Friday. Read more »

Kenya: Social Media Overtakes TV, Radio As Top News Source in Kenya

Social media has become the leading source of news for Kenyans, overtaking television and radio, according to new data from the Media Council of Kenya. Read more »

Kenya: How Electoral Violence Continues to Disrupt Kenyan Businesses

Kenya's history of electoral violence has repeatedly left a trail of economic disruption, with businesses bearing some of the heaviest losses whenever political tensions spill into… Read more »

Kenya: Duale Backs Kenya-Somalia Border Reopening to Boost Trade

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has backed plans to reopen the Kenya-Somalia border, saying the move will enhance trade and ease movement of people and goods between the two… Read more »

Kenya: Finance Bill 2026 Ends KQ Tax Relief, Widens Digital Tax Net

Kenya's proposed Finance Bill 2026 could sharply increase operating costs for Kenya Airways (KQ) while significantly expanding the country's tax reach into digital payments,… Read more »

Kenya: Four Arrested After Failed Attempt to Steal Jet Fuel At Wilson Airport

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested four suspects after foiling an attempted jet fuel theft at Wilson Airport, in a security operation… Read more »