Kenya: President Ruto Defends Reform Agenda, Promises Solutions to Kenya's Challenges

President William Ruto has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to addressing the challenges facing Kenyans, saying the government is focused on delivering solutions rather… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Blames Cartels for Attempts to Derail Social Health Authority Rollout

President William Ruto said Kenya is taking decisive steps to secure universal health coverage (UHC) through legislation designed to outlast political cycles. Read more »

Kenya: Gachagua Seeks Salary and Benefits in Renewed Bid to Challenge Impeachment

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has renewed his legal challenge against his impeachment, seeking payment of salary and benefits he claims he would have earned had he… Read more »

Kenya: Court Backs Facebook Moderators in Case Against Meta, Sama

The Employment and Labour Relations Court has ruled in favour of 187 former Facebook content moderators in a case against Meta Platforms and outsourcing firm Sama over alleged… Read more »

Kenya: Mageta Island Lights Up As Sh232 Million Solar Project Sparks Economic Transformation

Mageta Island in Bondo, Siaya County used to be engulfed in darkness once the sun had drifted into its hideout in the western fringes of the universe. This meant businesses were… Read more »

Africa: PS Oluga Calls for Stronger Political Commitment to Primary Healthcare in Africa

Principal Secretary for Medical Services Ouma Oluga has called for sustained policy leadership and political commitment to strengthen primary healthcare systems in Kenya and across… Read more »

Kenya: No Extension for Voter Registration Exercise, IEBC Confirms

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has ruled out any further extension of the ongoing Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise, which is set… Read more »

Kenya: AHF Pushes for Binding Global Health Equity Rules As Nairobi Summit Opens Amid Geneva Negotiations

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) is urging global leaders to adopt enforceable equity measures in pandemic preparedness, warning that without binding commitments, new global… Read more »

Africa: Kenya to Host Eastern Africa Health Security Hub Under New Africa CDC Deal

Kenya has signed a framework agreement with the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention to establish the Eastern Africa Regional Coordinating Centre in Nairobi, cementing… Read more »

Kenya: Duale Urges Coordinated African Response to Rising Non-Communicable Diseases, Mental Health Crisis

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has called for intensified multisectoral action to address the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), injuries, and mental health… Read more »

Kenya: Muli Calls Out Gachagua for Double Standards, Vows to Confront Leaders 'Playing Games With Ukambani'

National Liberal Party (NLP) leader Augustus Muli has vowed to call out any leader--regardless of ethnicity--who "plays games with Ukambani's future," saying the region has… Read more »

Kenya: Court Orders 10-Day Detention of Hate Speech Suspect in Viral Video

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has obtained a custodial order to detain a suspect for 10 days as investigations continue into alleged hate speech and ethnic… Read more »

Kenya: Court Hands 60 Year Sentence to Suspect in Al-Shabaab-Linked Case

A Somali national has been sentenced to multiple jail terms after a Kenyan court found him guilty of terrorism-related offences linked to Al-Shabaab. Read more »

Kenya: Kenyan Clean Cooking Firms Seek Sh5.6bn to Scale Operations

Five Kenyan clean cooking companies are seeking to raise Sh5.6 billion from international investors to expand their product offerings and meet rising demand for eco-friendly… Read more »

Kenya: Gachagua Impeachment Designed to Avoid Scrutiny, Lawyer Muite Says

Senior Counsel Paul Muite has intensified his attack on the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, telling the High Court the process was deliberately rushed and… Read more »

Kenya: Ketraco Clears Sh3.9mn Land Compensation After Ombudsman Intervention

Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited has paid Sh3.9 million to a Naivasha landowner following intervention by the Commission on Administrative Justice. Read more »

Somalia: Pirates Seize Another Vessel Off Somali Coast As Threat Level Increased

Maritime authorities have raised alarm over a surge in piracy incidents off the coast of Somalia after a cargo ship was seized in the latest suspected hijacking. Read more »

Kenya: Muite - Gachagua Impeachment Misapplied Kenya's Presidential System

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was removed from office through a process that fundamentally misread constitutional order, his lead lawyer, Paul Muite, told the High Court… Read more »

Kenya: Muite Says Gachagua Was Removed 'At Lightning Speed' in Impeachment Case

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has maintained that his removal from office was unconstitutional, as he continues to challenge the impeachment process before the High… Read more »

Kenya: Maasai Mara Tourist Dispute Raises Investor Confidence Concerns

A standoff involving foreign tourists at a luxury lodge in the Maasai Mara has escalated into a diplomatic and investment concern, raising fresh questions over investor protection… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Praises Late Prof Munavu for Transforming Kenya's Education System

President William Ruto has led the country in mourning the death of renowned scholar and public servant Raphael Munavu, describing him as a distinguished academic whose… Read more »

Kenya: Experts Call for Telepsychiatry to Boost Mental Health Care in Kenya

Mental health professionals have been urged to adopt digital platforms, including telepsychiatry, to expand access to care and address the growing burden of mental health disorders… Read more »

Kenya: KHRC Threatens Legal Action Against Uda Over Alleged Tax Evasion and Misuse of Public Funds

The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has announced plans to sue the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), accusing the party of large-scale tax evasion, financial… Read more »

Kenya: NTSA Steps Up Nationwide Road Safety Crackdown After Fatal Mai Mahiu-Narok Crash

The National Transport and Safety Authority has intensified nationwide road safety enforcement following a fatal road crash along the Mai Mahiu-Narok Road that claimed several… Read more »

Kenya: Running Battles Erupt in Kisumu As Linda Mwananchi Rally Sparks Unrest

Tension gripped parts of Kisumu on Sunday after the Linda Mwananchi brigade forced its way into Kondele following running battles between police and protesting youths. Read more »