May 07
Kenya: MPs Question Excess Fertilizer Bags Linked to Distribution Scam
Lawmakers are now conducting investigations on fake fertilizer bag manufacturers after inconsistencies emerged between supplied empty bags compared to fertilizer sold in the… Read more »
Kenya: KQ to Resume Kinshasa Flights Tomorrow After Release of Detained Staff
Kenya Airways will resume its flights to the Democratic Republic of Congo's Capital, Kinshasa, starting Wednesday following the release of its detained staff by the Congolese… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Bans Fishing, Swimming in the Kenyan Coastline Due to Extreme Weather
The government has banned fishing and swimming in the Kenya coastline due to extreme weather that is currently being recorded in the area. Read more »
Kenya: KRA Eyes MSMEs As It Targets to Expand Tax Base
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) have embarked on a joint tax education program for micro, small, and medium-sized… Read more »
Kenya: 86 Families Ordered to Move Out of Ruiru Village in Kijabe
The government has directed 200 families in Rùirù village who live downstream Kijabe to vacate the area by 6pm today. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, Somalia Commits to Enhance Bilateral Relations in Trade Investment
Kenya and Somalia have committed to deepen their bilateral relations and economic ties in trade and investment with a view of boosting the economy of both nations. Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Says Sh46.5bn From World Bank to Fund the Second Phase of Kenya Urban Support Programme
President William Ruto has announced Sh46.5 billion funding support from the World Bank for the second phase of Kenya Urban Support Programme(KUSP) launched on Tuesday. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Unveils 2nd Phase of KUSP to Support Urban Projects
The government is collaborating with county governments and international partners to enhance the development of the municipalities, towns and cities, President William Ruto has… Read more »
Kenya: King Charles III Sends Solidarity Message to President Ruto After Floods Tragedy
King Charles III has sent President William Ruto a solidarity message amid devastating floods. Read more »
Kenya: KQ Staff Detained in DRC Over Missing 'Valuable' Cargo Documentation Released
The Kenya Airways (KQ) manager in the Democratic Republic of Congo, who was detained in Kinshasa over missing customs documentation on "valuable" cargo, has been released. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Railways Resumes Normal Commuter Train Services After Floods
The Kenya Railways (KR) has announced the resumption of commuter train services on four routes that had halted operations due to floods. Read more »
Kenya: Climate Crisis Has Reached Catastrophic Levels, CS Tuya Says
Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has said the climate crisis facing the country, characterised by heavy rainfall and resultant flooding… Read more »
Kenya: Clinical Officers Hold Protests in Nairobi Over Low Pay
The Kenya Union of Clinical Officers (KUCO) on Tuesday staged Protests outside the Health ministry office in Nairobi decrying what they termed as unfavorable working conditions and… Read more »
May 06
Kenya: Health Ministry Intensifies Efforts to Combat Disease Spread Amid Heavy Rains
The Ministry of Health Ministry remains vigilant in curbing disease spread during the heavy rainy season, focusing on high-risk counties nationwide. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Announces Sh10,000 Stipend for Displaced Households
President William Ruto says each of the 40,000 households displaced by the ongoing floods will receive a Sh10,000 stipend. Read more »
Kenya: Rescue Teams Turn to Choppers and Speed Boats Evacuate Flood Victims
State-owned and private hired helicopter and speed boat are turning out to be the most preferred to save hundreds of people stranded by rising flood waters in in various parts of… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Declares War On Terrorists and Their Sympathizers
The government's unwavering commitment to combating terrorism remains steadfast, with a particular focus on identifying and neutralizing individuals who support terrorist… Read more »
Kenya: Turkwel Dam Safe Despite Heavy Rains - KVDA
The Kerio Valley Development Authority(KVDA) has assured that the Turkwel dam is safe despite the heavy rains and floods that are ongoing in the country. Read more »
Kenya: 'Do Not Lower Guard, Despite Sunshine' Authorities Warn
The Kenya Meteorological Services says there is an elevated risk of moderate to heavy rainfall for much of the city. Read more »
Kenya: NCPB MD Sent Home Amid Fertilizer Scandal, Replaced By Samuel Kirogo
The National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) has suspended Joseph Kimote as MD amid fertilizer scandal charges. Read more »
Kenya: 45,000 Passports Ready for Collection
The government has announced that 45000, more passports that are the last batch of the 700,000 passport backlog, are now out and are ready for collection. Read more »
Kenya: Leaders Opposing Raila's Bid for AUC Job Are Selfish, Afraid Political Careers Will Die - Makau Mutua
Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Spokesperson Makau Mutua now says that any leader not supporting Raila Odinga's bid for the African Union Commission top job is selfish. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Sets Aside Sh1bn for Reconstruction of Schools Damaged By Floods
The government has set aside Sh1 billion for the countrywide re-construction of schools damaged by floods. Read more »
Kenya: CJ Koome Directs Magistrates Courts to Finalise All Cases Over 3 Years
Chief Justice Martha Koome has directed Magistrates' Courts to conduct Rapid Results Initiatives to finalize all cases pending in court for over three years. Read more »
Kenya: UN-Avenue in Runda Closed Due to Flooding
The ongoing floods in Nairobi have prompted the urban roads regulator's decision to close some roads. Read more »