September 09
Kenya: Treasury to Cut Vat, Corporation Taxes and Paye Rates
The National Treasury is proposing tax cuts, Cabinet Secretary (CS) John Mbadi has announced. Read more »
Kenya: DCI Agents in Kilifi Arrest Two Suspects Linked to Murder of Pwani University Student
Detectives in Kilifi arrested two suspects in relation to the death of a fourth-year student from Pwani University. Read more »
Kenya: Ngugi-Cooper, Kipchumba Storm to Victory in Rainy Great North Run
Kenya's Mary Ngugi-Cooper braved rainy conditions to win the women's half marathon at the Great North Run in Newcastle on Sunday morning. Read more »
Kenya: Court Orders Arrest of Governor Bii, for Failure to Testify in Sh1.1bn Finland Education Scam
A Nakuru Magistrate's court has ordered th immediate arrest of Uasin Gishu Governor, Jonathan Bii and three others. Read more »
Kenya: Stray Lions a, Sir Ali Triumph As Ngara a Ends Kanbis B's Unbeaten Run
On form Kanbis Sports Club A clung on to the log summit on week 12 of Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) 50-Overs Super League with a 7-wicket victory of home team Shree… Read more »
Kenya: Masengeli Skips Court for Record Sixth Time Defying Mugambi Summons
-Acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli failed to appear before the High Court on Monday to provide answers regarding the disappearance of three individuals in… Read more »
Kenya: Can KCB FC Challenge for the 2024/25 FKF Premier League Title?
Newly appointed Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) FC head coach Patrick Odhiambo says his target is to challenge for the FKF Premier League title, with the club battling to find space in… Read more »
Kenya: More Bus Services Could Come Under Control of Councils Under Planned Law
More local authorities in England are to be given powers to take control of bus services under legislation being laid before Parliament on Monday. Read more »
September 08
Kenya: Blinken Calls for Timely Pay of Kenyan Troops in Haiti
The United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has reiterated the importance of paying Kenyan troops participating in the Haiti operation on time. Read more »
Kenya: 1,000+ Girls in Kajiado Empowered By TAC's Financial Literacy, Health Programs
Over 1000 students from Baraka Oontoyie Secondary School in Kajiado County have benefitted from life skills, financial literacy, and health awareness programs empowered by TAC That… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Forms Committees to Address University Funding Model Concerns
The government has established two committees to engage students and other stakeholders in discussions regarding the newly implemented university funding model. Read more »
Kenya: Macadamia Nut Farming Boosts Kenya's Position As a Top Exporter, Agra Report
Kenya's investment in macadamia nuts has positioned the country as a leading exporter in the region despite regulatory and market challenges in the sector. Read more »
Kenya: 2 Mpox Patients Discharged As 3 Remain Under Treatment
Two patients diagnosed with Mpox have been successfully treated and discharged, while three others continue to receive medical care at various facilities, according to Health and… Read more »
September 06
Kenya: 17 Students Killed in Dormitory Fire At Hillside Endarasha Academy in Nyeri
At least 17 students lost their lives in a tragic fire at Hillside Endarasha Academy Primary School in Nyeri County after a midnight inferno ravaged their dormitory. Read more »
Kenya: Fifth Mpox Case Detected in Woman With No Travel History
The fifth mpox case in the country has been detected in a 29-year-old woman from Mombasa who has no travel history to an affected country. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Reports Partial Nationwide Electricity Outage
Kenya Power has announced a partial nationwide power cut, impacting thousands of households and businesses. Read more »
Kenya/Zimbabwe: Harambee Stars Held to Barren Draw By Zim in Afcon 2025 Qualifier Opener
National football team Harambee Stars was held to a 0-0 draw by Zimbabwe, in the opening Group J match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, played at the Nambole Stadium… Read more »
Kenya: Pending Bills Drop By Sh106.6bn As State Moves to Clear Debt
The National Government's pending bills dropped by Sh106.6 billion to Sh516.27 billion in the full year ending June 30, 2024, partly driven by the recent state's initiative to… Read more »
Kenya: State House Spends Sh963mn On New Vehicles, Building Refurbishment
The state house continues to spend large on hospitality, travel, and allowances despite the austerity pledge by President William Ruto, according to a new report by the Controller… Read more »
Kenya: Pain of Being Dropped From 2019 Afcon Squad Pushing Akumu for 2025 Shot
In 2019, midfielder Teddy Akumu was dropped from the Harambee Stars final squad that travelled to Egypt, the last time Kenya played at the Africa Cup of Nations. He had been part… Read more »
Kenya: ICT Authority, Kenic Work to Boost Uptake of Kenyan Internet Domain
The ICT Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kenya Network Information Center (KeNIC) that aims to ensure the country's smooth transition to the digital era. Read more »
Kenya: Stars Coach Firat - Six Points Would Be a Dream Start, but Four Would Be Good
Harambee Stars head coach Engin Firat says he expects to harvest a minimum of four points from the opening two qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), when the road… Read more »
Kenya: Heartache - Hillside Academy Community United in Grief After Fire Tragedy
Tears flowed freely as parents teachers and the community struggled to come to terms with the death of 17 pupils of hillside academy in endarasha nyeri county in inferno whose… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Ready to Engage Macadamia Processors On Better Returns to Farmers - DP Gachagua
The Government is ready to engage macadamia processors and exporters if they are ready to offer farmers better pay, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Power Announces Outages in Several Parts of the Country
Kenya Power has announced a power outage in several parts of the country, the second one within a week. Read more »