January 31
Kenya: Corporate Sector Lauded for Aiding Growth of Golf Clubs in Kenya
The corporate sector in Kenya have been exalted for their consistent support to golf clubs around the country through regular tournaments to generate revenue. Read more »
Kenya: New Golf Tournament Termed a Game Changer for Persons With Disabilities in Kenya
The Kenya Open Golf Limited have announced a special tournament for persons with disabilities to be held as a curtain raiser for this year's edition of the Magical Kenya Open. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Pending Bills Hit Sh145.5 Billion in January
Unpaid government Pending bills stood at Sh145.5 billion as of January 30, 2024, amid difficulties by the state to clear arrears owed to private and government businesses. Read more »
Kenya: National Assembly Escalates Housing Levy Battle to the Supreme Court
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has filed a Notice of Appeal at the Supreme Court challenging Appeal Court decision that declined to extend order allowing Housing Levy… Read more »
Kenya: KRA in Deal With Accountants to Develop New Taxes
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will work with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) to promote professionalism in handling tax matters, streamlining tax… Read more »
Kenya: Kisumu Traders Paralyse Transport in Demonstrations Over Relocation Plans
Kisumu City Manager Abala Wanga has remain steadfast in the wake of protests by Kisumu traders who vowed to topple him out of office. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Seeks Public Views on Enhanced Airbnb Regulations
The government is actively seeking public input to refine regulations governing short-stay facilities, Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has revealed. Read more »
Kenya: DCI Recover Rifle Believed to Have Been Stolen From Ugandan Cop
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) ballistics experts are analyzing a firearm that was recovered by police in Kisumu, days after a Ugandan police officer was… Read more »
Kenya: EACC Arrests Tana River Administrator Who Allegedly Sold Relief Food Intended for Needy Residents
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) detectives have apprehended a Tana River administrator in connection with selling relief food meant for residents. Read more »
Kenya: Construction Workers Pitch Tent at Milimani Courts on Day 2 of Protest Contesting Affordable Housing Levy Suspension
For the second consecutive day, a group of construction workers taking part in affordable housing projects have set up camp outside the Milimani Law Courts to voice their… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Red Cross Says 4 People Critically Injured in Nairobi Fire
Four people were critically injured following the fire outbreak in Nairobi's Juakali area on Tuesday, the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) has said. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua Visits Families Affected By Heavy Rains, Windstorms in Kinangop
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday evening visited families affected by heavy rains and windstorms Kinangop constituency in Nyandarua county, which caused massive… Read more »
Kenya: Shujaa, Junior Stars to Battle for Men's Sports Team Award at 2023 SOYA
The national Sevens Team Shujaa is among the top five nominees shortlisted for the 2023 Sports Personality of the Year Awards (SOYA) Sports Team Men ahead of the annual back-tie… Read more »
Kenya: 1,537 Firms Submit Sh145.5bn Pending Bill Request to the State
A total of 1,537 companies have submitted unpaid pending bill requests to the state worth Sh145.5 billion as of January 30, 2024. Read more »
January 30
Kenya: Massive Fire Razes Kiosks at Jua Kali Area on Landhies Road
A massive fire broke out on Tuesday night, destroying a large section of Jua Kali market situated along Landhies Road in Nairobi. Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Courts European Investors in Italy
President William Ruto has urged European investors to explore investment opportunities in Africa. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Man Wanted in the U.S. for Killing Girlfriend Arrested in Nairobi
A Kenyan fugitive wanted by the authorities in the United States in connection with the killing of his girlfriend has been arrested. Read more »
Kenya: CJ Koome Says SGBV, Children's Courts Opened Across the Country to Deal With Femicide Cases
Chief Justice Martha Koome says Trauma Informed Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and Children's Courts have been rolled out across the country due to the surge in Femicide… Read more »
Kenya: CJ Koome Says All Courts to Be Fully Automated By March 11
Chief Justice Martha Koome says all courts in Kenya will be automated by March 11 this year. Read more »
Kenya: KMPDU Issues Strike Threat Should Govt Not Restore Comprehensive Health Cover
The Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentist Union (KMPDU) has given the government a one-month ultimatum to restore their comprehensive health cover failure to which… Read more »
Kenya: Azimio Tells Foreign Nations to Keep Off Kenya's Affairs
The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya coalition has told foreign nations to keep off Kenya's affairs. Read more »
Kenya: Mombasa Poultry Farmers Decry Proposed Levies on Chicken Products
Poultry farmers have raised opposition to a proposal by Mombasa County to impose new levies on chicken products, arguing it will impact their business. Read more »
Kenya: Jambojet Ranked 2nd in Africa for Youthful Fleet
Budget airline Jambojet has been ranked second on the African continent for having a youthful fleet for the third year running by aviation data and news outlet, ch-aviation. Read more »
Kenya: U.S. Donates Sh220 Million of Advanced Protective Equipment to KDF
The US Africa Command (AFRICOM) on Tuesday handed over a Sh220 million donation of state-of-the-art personal protective equipment to the Kenyan Defence Forces (KDF) at Kahawa… Read more »
Kenya: 94 Women Killed Between 2021 and 2024 the DCI Says
A total of 94 cases of killings of women and girls were reported between 2021 and 2024, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) boss Mohamed Amin has revealed. Read more »