March 12
Kenya: President Ruto Hands Over Keys to 120 New Homeowners At Emgwen Boma Yangu Estate in Nandi
President William Ruto on Thursday officially commissioned the Emgwen Boma Yangu Estate in Nandi County, marking a milestone in Kenya's Affordable Housing Programme. Read more »
Kenya: Waiguru Tells Gachagua to Stop Using Agents, Engage Ruto Directly
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has defended her past support for former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua while accusing him of turning against leaders who once stood by him, in… Read more »
Kenya: DCI Seizes 180kg of Suspected Narcotics, Arrests Two in Machakos County
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations have arrested two suspects and seized 180 kilograms of suspected narcotic drugs during a dawn operation in Joska,… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Moves to Improve Healthcare Access for Teachers Under SHA After Discussions With KNUT
The government has intensified efforts to improve healthcare access for teachers after Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale held talks with leaders of the Kenya National Union of… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Wears Kapsabet Boys High School Uniform During Centenary Celebrations
President William Ruto drew widespread attention on Thursday after appearing in the Kapsabet Boys High School uniform during the institution's centenary celebrations. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya MET Predicts Heavy Rainfall in Nairobi Within the Next 24 Hours
The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) has issued a rainfall advisory for Nairobi and surrounding counties, warning residents to prepare for moderate to heavy rain over the next… Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Losing Sh300mn Weekly in Farm Exports Due to Middle East Conflict - CS Kagwe
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has warned that the escalating Middle East conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel is already disrupting Kenya's… Read more »
Kenya: Francis Meja's Appointment As PSC Chair Challenged in High Court
A petition filed at the High Court of Kenya is seeking to halt the recruitment and appointment process for the chairperson of the Public Service Commission (PSC), Francis Meja,… Read more »
Africa: Safari Rally 2026 Revs-Off in Naivasha
The 2026 WRC Safari Rally revved off today morning (Thursday) in Naivasha with Belgian driver Thierry Neuville setting the pace after topping the times in shakedown as crews… Read more »
Kenya: Court Suspends NTSA's Instant Fines System After in Urgent Case
The High Court in Nairobi has temporarily suspended the National Transport and Safety Authority's (NTSA) newly launched Instant Fines Traffic Management System following an urgent… Read more »
Kenya: High Court Halts NTSA Instant Traffic Fines
The High Court of Kenya has temporarily stopped the enforcement of the recently launched instant traffic fines system introduced by the National Transport and Safety Authority… Read more »
Kenya: Nema Launches Real-Time Digital Platform to Monitor Industrial Pollution
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) and technology firm United Platform Solutions have jointly developed a digital platform designed to monitor industrial… Read more »
Kenya: Man Sentenced to 9 Years for Illegally Exporting Wildlife Products
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has secured a nine-year prison sentence against Peter Omwangala Atepe, convicted of illegally exporting wildlife products… Read more »
Kenya: Police Recover 13 Stolen Cows in Laikipia Security Operation
A multi-agency security operation in Laikipia County has led to the recovery of livestock earlier reported stolen from Segera Location in Laikipia West Sub-County, the National… Read more »
Kenya: KeNHA Issues Traffic Advisory Ahead of Safari Rally As Fans Head to Naivasha
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the Safari Rally, warning motorists to expect heavy traffic as thousands travel to rally stages… Read more »
Kenya: Portland Cement Raises Blue Triangle Price Amid Rising Input Costs
East African Portland Cement Company has raised the price of its Blue Triangle cement by Sh10 per bag, citing rising raw material costs. Read more »
Kenya: Memorial Service Set for Veteran Aqua Rescuer Samuel Wangila
A memorial servicae for veteran aqua rescuer Samuel Wanyonyi Wangila, who died during a rescue operation in Nairobi on March 3, will be held Thursday at All Saints Cathedral. Read more »
Africa: Africa and China At 70: a Partnership Shaping the Next Global Order
At a time when the international order is increasingly shaped by conflict, strategic rivalry and economic uncertainty, the relationship between China and Africa is entering a… Read more »
Kenya: KFS, Kemri Explore Collaboration to Develop Plant-Based Medicines From Forests
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) and the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) on Wednesday held talks on potential collaboration to develop plant-based medicines from forest… Read more »
Kenya: TikTok Pledges Expanded Support for Kenyan Creators After Internet Safety Summit
Kenyan digital creators are set to benefit from enhanced support and opportunities following a high-level meeting between government officials and TikTok executives, including the… Read more »
March 11
Kenya: Time Ticks Against Matchfixing As Bill to Criminalise Vice Presented in Parliament
NAIROBI, Kenya, March 11, 2026 - Kenya took a crucial step towards the eradication of matchfixing in Kenyan sports with presentation of a bill that seeks to criminalise the vice in… Read more »
Kenya: Aga Khan University Surgery Residency Programme Earns First Global Accreditation in Kenya
The Surgery Residency Programme at Aga Khan University (AKU) Medical College, East Africa, has become the first in Kenya and the wider region to receive accreditation from the… Read more »
Kenya: Nyoro Claims NTSA Sh42b Camera Plan Is Ruto's 'Money Scheme'
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has alleged that the newly rolled out multi-billion shilling automated traffic enforcement system is a cash cow intended to unfairly extract money from… Read more »
Kenya: Wetang'ula Urges Tougher Road Safety Laws After Fatal Webuye Crash
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has called on MPs to review and strengthen existing laws to protect road users, while appealing to the public to remain vigilant in… Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Grants One-Month Waiver On Levies to Expedite Post-Flood Repairs
The Nairobi County Government has issued a one-month waiver on all levies and approvals normally required for residents to carry out repair and maintenance works on properties… Read more »
