East Africa: Kenya Makes History With East Africa's First Smart Card Factory

Kenya has made history after the official opening of East Africa's first smart card manufacturing facility in Nairobi, a milestone expected to boost jobs, reduce imports and… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Pushes for Mineral Processing in Africa As Leaders Call for Value Addition

President William Ruto has reiterated Kenya's commitment to ending the export of raw minerals, saying the country will focus on local processing, refining, and manufacturing to… Read more »

Kenya: Police Intercept Meth Shipments Worth Over Ksh21 Million At JKIA

A multi-agency team led by anti-narcotics officers has intercepted two consignments of methamphetamine valued at more than KSh 21 million at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Read more »

Africa: Mudavadi Calls for End to 'Commercialization of Peace' in Africa, Urges New Mediation Approaches

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged African nations to rethink their approach to conflict resolution, warning against what he described as the growing… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Minister Tells President Ruto, 'We Speak Good English'

Nigeria's Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Henry Dele Alake, sparked attention with a light-hearted but pointed remark directed at President William Ruto, saying Nigerians… Read more »

Tanzania: Kwale Key to Kenya-Tanzania Trade Link - PS Karugu

State Department of East African Community Affairs Principal Secretary Caroline Karugu has underscored the strategic importance of Kwale County as a critical gateway for regional… Read more »

Kenya: Justice Kigen Dismisses Bias Claims Over ICC Role, Affirms Commitment to Rule of Law

Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen has dismissed concerns that his previous role in defending President William Ruto at the International Criminal Court could compromise his… Read more »

Kenya: KMRC to Issue Sh3bn Green Bond for Housing Finance

Kenya Mortgage Refinance Company (KMRC) plans to raise Sh3 billion through a green bond to finance affordable and environmentally sustainable housing. Read more »

Kenya: Katwa Kigen, Ex-Ipoa Boss Face JSC in Supreme Court Interviews

Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen, former Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) Chairperson Anne Makori, and High Court judges Joseph Sergon are set to face the Judicial… Read more »

Kenya: Anne Makori Tells JSC Panel Her Experience Makes Her Fit for Supreme Court Judge Role

Former Independent Policing Oversight Authority Chairperson Anne Makori has told the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) that her extensive experience in public service makes her… Read more »

Kenya: Kiharu Tvet to Build Sh234mn Hostels to Ease Housing Shortage

William Ruto laid the foundation stone for a Sh234 million student hostel project at Kiharu Technical and Vocational College, aimed at easing accommodation challenges for trainees. Read more »

Kenya: Residents Rally Behind Okeng'o Nyambane for Nyaribari Chache MP Seat After Elders' Endorsement

Support for Okeng'o Nyambane's bid for the Nyaribari Chache parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election is gaining momentum after a group of respected elders from the Botondo… Read more »

Kenya: Illicit Alcohol Ring Busted in Nyeri As NACADA Seizes Major Haul, MCA Aspirant Sought

A major crackdown on illegal alcohol production in Nyeri County has uncovered a sophisticated counterfeit brewing and bottling operation hidden inside a residential home, with… Read more »

Kenya: Malaba Border Goes Solar As KRA Cuts Power Costs

Kenya Revenue Authority has rolled out a solar power system at the Malaba One-Stop Border Post, targeting a 90 percent reduction in energy costs while improving trade efficiency. Read more »

Africa: Ruto Urges Africa to Become Producer of Medical Supplies, Not Consumer

President William Ruto has called on African countries to work together to ensure that African countries are self-sufficient in medical supplies and health commodities to… Read more »

Kenya: Sixth Senate Mashinani to Be Held in Kilifi

The sixth Senate Mashinani will be held in Kilifi County in September, following a resolution passed by Senators through a Motion tabled by Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Plans Local Production of Bank, SIM Cards

Kenya has taken a major step towards ending the importation of bank cards, SIM cards and other secure identity products after the opening of a new smart card manufacturing factory… Read more »

Kenya: Safaricom's My Oneapp Handles Sh100bn Daily in Transactions

Safaricom's My OneApp is processing about Sh100 billion daily in transactions, highlighting the scale of digital payments growth in Kenya. Read more »

Kenya: Court Grants 14-Day Detention for Two Men Held With Illegal Firearm in Vihiga

Two suspects arrested while allegedly in possession of an illegal firearm along the Kisumu-Busia highway have been arraigned in court, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations… Read more »

Kenya: Narok Entrepreneurs Win Sh1.9m in Predators' Den Grants

Nine entrepreneurs from Narok County have secured business grants under the Predators' Den programme, an initiative designed to support startups through training and financial… Read more »

Kenya: Fedex, Kam to Power Kenya's Manufacturing and Trade Ambitions

Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world's largest express transportation companies, in collaboration with Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM), convened a… Read more »

Africa: Wildmango Partners With Openai to Expand Ai Access in Africa

WildMango has partnered with OpenAI to expand access to advanced artificial intelligence technologies across Africa. Read more »

Kenya: Kalonzo Moves to Block Sale of Govt Safaricom Stake to Vodacom

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has filed a court petition seeking to stop the government from proceeding with the planned sale of its 15 percent shareholding in… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Launches Sh1bn Kabarnet University Project in Baringo

The National government has embarked on construction of the first public university in Baringo at Kabarnet, the county headquarters. Read more »

Kenya: Parts of Marsabit Declared Dangerous As Govt Cracks Down

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has declared parts of Marsabit as security-disturbed and dangerous areas following escalating banditry and inter-communal violence in… Read more »