Kenya: KNCCI Warns of Economic Strain As High Fuel Costs Hit Transport Sector

The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) has warned that persistently high fuel prices are straining the transport sector and could spill over into broader… Read more »

Kenya: IMF Cuts Kenya's 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.5pc From 4.9pc

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has downgraded Kenya's economic growth forecast for 2026 to 4.5 percent from an earlier projection of 4.9 percent, citing rising inflation and… Read more »

Kenya: University Education Watchdog Summons Former CS Mukhisa Kituyi Over Claims On Mmust Graduation Records

Former Cabinet Secretary Mukhisa Kituyi has been summoned by the Commission for University Education (CUE) to appear before it over allegations he made against Masinde Muliro… Read more »

Kenya: University Student Charged Over Alleged Whatsapp Hacking of Journalist

A university student was on Friday charged with hacking into the WhatsApp account of a journalist, in a case highlighting the growing threat of cybercrime. Read more »

Kenya: Nairobi to Host Medexpo 2026 As Healthcare Demand Rises

Nairobi will host the 26th edition of MEDEXPO Kenya 2026 from April 22 to 24 at the Sarit Expo Centre, amid rising demand for medical equipment and specialised healthcare services… Read more »

Kenya: Unesco Completes Flood Resilience Project in Tana River Basin

UNESCO has completed a one-year project aimed at strengthening flood resilience in Kenya's Tana River Basin, a region frequently hit by devastating floods. Read more »

Kenya: Oburu Says No Formal Engagement With Uda Yet, Backs Zoning Plan

ODM party leader Oburu Oginga has clarified that political engagements with the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has not yet begun, dismissing reports suggesting that any… Read more »

Kenya: Tough Start for Shujaa At Sevens Championships After Loss to Australia

The national men's rugby 7s team narrowly lost 14-5 to Australia in their first game at the World Sevens Championships in Hong Kong on Friday afternoon. Read more »

Kenya: Nairobi Police Declare Tuesday's Fuel Protests Illegal Over Lack of Notice

Nairobi Regional Police Commander Issa Mohamud has warned that planned protests over rising fuel prices scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, will not be permitted, citing failure by… Read more »

Africa: Munala Reveals Reason for KCB's Perfect Run At Africa Volleyball Club Champs

NAIROBI, Kenya, April 17, 2026 - KCB Ladies Volleyball team coach Japheth Munala says his players are reaping the rewards of consistency and teamwork after a perfect start at the… Read more »

Kenya: State Set to Commission Mama Rachel Hospital As Works Near Completion

The construction of the Mama Rachel Specialist Hospital in Mutuini, Nairobi County, is now in its final stretch, with the facility 91 per cent complete and expected to be ready for… Read more »

Kenya: Ex-Harambee Stars Midfielder Finds New Home After Departing Murang'a Seal

Immediate former Murang'a Seal head coach Osborne Monday has been named as an assistant coach at Shabana. Read more »

Kenya: Aga Khan University Hospital Opens Gigiri Specialty and Executive Clinic to Expand Access to Care

The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi has launched a new Specialty and Executive Clinic in Gigiri, marking a continued expansion of its outpatient network aimed at improving… Read more »

Kenya: Parliament Begins Scrutiny of Bill Aimed At Lowering Fuel Costs

A Bill seeking to amend the Value Added Tax has been formally introduced in the National Assembly through a legislation process known as First Reading. Read more »

Kenya: Why World Athletics Rejected Bid By Kenyan Athletes to Change Nationality to Turkey

World Athletics have rejected an appeal by five Kenyan athletes, including former world record holder Brigid Kosgei, to change their nationality to Turkey. Read more »

Kenya: Mediheal Cleared of Organ Trafficking Claims As MPs Call for Transplant Reforms

A parliamentary committee has cleared Mediheal Group of Hospitals of allegations of organ trafficking, bringing to a close month of scrutiny over kidney transplant procedures at… Read more »

Kenya: Relief At the Pump As MPs Slash Fuel Vat to 8 Percent

The National Assembly has approved the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, lowering VAT on petroleum products from 16 percent to 8 percent for a period of three months, in a… Read more »

Kenya: Supreme Court Clarifies Definition and Role of Local Tribunals

The Supreme Court has has allowed an appeal filed by the National Assembly seeking to overturn an Appellate Court Judgement on the legal framework for operation of tribunals. Read more »

Kenya: MPs Review Hustler Fund and Uwezo Fund Operations Amid Calls for Reform

The National Assembly's Special Funds Accounts Committee held a stakeholder engagement with the State Department for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Development, the… Read more »

Kenya: Chinese National Convicted On Ant Smuggling Case

A Chinese national has been convicted in Kenya for illegally trafficking ants in a case authorities say signals a growing threat to biodiversity. Read more »

Kenya: Court Rejects DPP Bid to Withdraw Sh58 Million Graft Case Against Ex-Governor Evans Kidero

A Nairobi Anti-Corruption Court has rejected an application by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to withdraw a Sh58 million graft case against former Nairobi Governor Evans… Read more »

Kenya: Govt Proposes 8% Fuel VAT Cut for Three Months

The government has introduced the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026 in Parliament seeking to lower VAT on petroleum products from 16 percent to 8 percent for a period of three… Read more »

Kenya: Senate Calls Murkomen, Kanja to Answer for Surge in Political Unrest

Inspector General Douglas Kanja and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen have been summoned by the Senate amid growing concern over politically instigated violence. Read more »

Kenya: Sama to Lay Off 1,108 Nairobi Staff After Meta Contract Exit

Outsourcing firm Sama will lay off 1,108 employees at its Nairobi office after Meta ended a major contract. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya's Digital Payments Ecosystem Enters a New Phase of Opportunity - Visa

Kenya's digital payments ecosystem has recorded strong growth over the past decade, positioning the country as one of Africa's most dynamic digital economies. Read more »