February 14
Kenya: Cabinet Sanctions Digitization of Education Sector Within 30 Days
The Cabinet has directed the Ministry of Education to digitise the sector within 30 days to end fraud and exploitation of parents. Read more »
Kenya: Retired Court of Appeal Judge Akilano Akiwumi Is Dead
Retired Court of Appeal Judge Akilano Akiwumi is dead. Read more »
Kenya: Marathon Record Holder Kiptum Be Buried On February 24
Marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum will be buried on 24 February, a member of the burial committee has told the BBC. Read more »
Kenya: Church Fights to Retain Its Land in Kisumu
The Kisumu High Court on Wednesday started listening to witnesses in a case where Redeemed Gospel Church took the County Government of Kisumu to court over wrongful demolition of… Read more »
Kenya: Cabinet Observes Moment of Silence in Honour of Marathon Champion Kelvin Kiptum
President William Ruto has led the Cabinet in observing a moment of silence in honour of world marathon champion Kelvin Kiptum. Read more »
February 13
Kenya: Win for Kenya's Conservation Efforts As 21 Eastern Black Rhinos Translocated to Loisaba Conservancy
A significant stride in conservation has been achieved with the successful translocation of 21 eastern black rhinos to Loisaba Conservancy, aimed at safeguarding the species from… Read more »
Kenya: Pending Bills Committee to Submit Report to the National Treasury
The Pending Bills Verification Committee will today release its status report before the National Treasury. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan, African Airlines Expected to Carry 98 Million Passengers in 2024
Kenyan airlines and other African carriers are expected to carry nearly 100 million passengers this year as demand is projected to rise. Read more »
Kenya: Tea, Tradition, and Triumph - Absa Elevates the Magical Kenya Ladies Open Experience
There is undeniably something enjoyable about indulging in finger sandwiches and delectable bite-size treats from a delicate tiered plate. It is a culinary experience that… Read more »
Kenya: World Radio Day 2024 - Embracing Radio's Past, Present, and Future
As we mark World Radio Day in 2024, the theme shines a spotlight on the remarkable journey of this enduring medium - from its illustrious history to its relevance in today's… Read more »
February 12
Africa: World Marathon Record Holder Kelvin Kiptum, 24, Dies
The death of world marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum has sent shockwaves through Kenya and around the world. Read more »
Kenya: Expect Milk Prices to Increase to Sh60 in the Coming Months, DP Gachagua Assures Dairy Farmers
Dairy farmers are set to earn more following quick interventions by the government to deal with a milk glut that threatened to wipe out higher prices, Deputy President Rigathi… Read more »
Kenya: Marathon World Record Holder Kelvin Kiptum Set for Heroic Sendoff
Kenya will provide a heroic sendoff to world marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum who passed away in a tragic road crash on Sunday night. Read more »
Kenya: Kalonzo Says Kiptum's Potential Was Limitless
Azimio la Umoja Co-principle Kalonzo Musyoka has mourned the death of Marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum who perished in a road accident last night. Read more »
Africa: Trademark Africa Gets Sh10.1bn to Advance Sustainable Trade, Economic Inclusivity
African Aid-for-Trade Organization TradeMark Africa has received Sh10.1 billion ($63 million) from the Dutch government to advance sustainable trade and economic inclusivity in… Read more »
Kenya: Shock, Grief and Heartbreak - Kenya and the World Mourns Kiptum
Kelvin Kiptum's tragic death Sunday night has taken Kenya the rest of the world into shock, the 24-year old's passing sending a wave of grief across the globe at a life cut short… Read more »
Kenya: Marathon Giant Kipchoge Mourns World Record Holder Kelvin Kiptum
Two-time Olympics marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge has eulogised world record holder Kelvin Kiptum as a fast rising athlete who was destined for greatness. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Mulling Tax Review On Sporting Equipment - Mudavadi
The government will consider reviewing the tax structure for sports equipment to ensure the accessibility and affordability of sporting tools. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Mourns Kiptum As an Extraordinary Sportsman
President William Ruto has described Marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum as an extraordinary sportsman who has left an extraordinary mark in the globe. Read more »
Kenya: Putting the 'Golf' in 'Magical' - A Spectacular Success of Sport & Entertainment At Mklo 2024
Envision 108 skilled and determined female golfers teeing off, on golfing paradise where as you aim for that perfect swing, zebras and giraffes casually amble across the manicured… Read more »
Kenya: 2 'Super Rich' Cards Unveiled By KCB, Visa
The Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) and Visa have rolled out two cards that target those earning above Sh300,000. Read more »
Kenya: Tusker Thrash Shabana in Homabaya to Revive Title Hopes
Tusker FC bounced back to winning ways on Sunday evening, thrashing Shabana FC 4-0 at the Raila Odinga Stadium in Homabay to move to fourth in the FKF Premier League standings. Read more »
Kenya: Keninvest's Bill Seeks to Streamline Issuance of Licenses, Permits and Approvals to Investors
The Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) is targeting reducing the bottlenecks that investors undergo when applying for licenses, permits, and approvals. Read more »
February 11
Somalia: Four Soldiers Shot Dead at Mogadishu Base - Probe Launched
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a joint probe with Somalia into Saturday's shooting incident at a military base in Mogadishu, which left four soldiers dead and two… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Urged to Consult Stakeholders on Enactment of Illicit Alcohol Laws
Stakeholders in the alcohol industry have called on the National and County governments to involve all players in the sector in the formulation of policies and laws to regulate the… Read more »