Kenya: Polling Opens in Isiolo South Parliamentary By-Election and 3 MCA Races

Polling opened on Thursday in the Isiolo South parliamentary by-election and three ward contests in West Kabras, Muminji, and Evurore, with the Independent Electoral and Boundaries… Read more »

East Africa: Kenya Deposits Instrument of Ratification for EAC Customs Union Amendment

Kenya has formally deposited its Instrument of Ratification of the Amendment to Article 24(2)(a) of the Protocol on the Establishment of the East African Community (EAC) Customs… Read more »

Africa: Three Kenyan Startups Win At Africa Entrepreneurship Awards

Three Kenyan startups were among five continental winners recognised at the Africa Entrepreneurship Awards 2026 held at the Sarit Expo Centre. Read more »

Africa: UON Launches Africa Centre for the Study of Russia to Deepen Africa-Russia Ties

The University of Nairobi has officially launched the Africa Centre for the Study of Russia, a new academic hub aimed at deepening research, dialogue, and diplomatic engagement… Read more »

Kenya: Arm Cement to Shut Down After Tax, Debt Settlements

Collapsed cement manufacturer ARM Cement Limited has announced plans to wind up its operations as administrators move to conclude liquidation proceedings amid mounting debt and… Read more »

Kenya: IEBC Enforces No-Phones During Voting Rule As Mini-Polls Get Underway

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is enforcing a strict no-phones policy inside polling booths as voting commenced in four by-election in Isiolo South… Read more »

Kenya: Bungoma 'Pastor', Associate Arrested With Live Forest Cobra Intended for Ritual Use

A self-styled Bungoma 'pastor' and his associate have been arrested after police officers found them transporting a live forest cobra allegedly intended for ritual use. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya, China Review Progress On Focac-Funded Hospital Projects

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Wednesday held talks with Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo Haiyan to review progress on health infrastructure projects funded under the Forum… Read more »

Kenya: COA Declines to Halt Unconstitutional Ruling On Ruto Advisory Offices

The Court of Appeal has declined to suspend a High Court judgment that declared the creation and staffing of advisory offices in President William Ruto's office unconstitutional,… Read more »

Kenya: IG Kanja, Easf Chief Affirm Cooperation in Tackling Cross-Border Evolving Security Challenges

The National Police Service (NPS) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the East African Standby Force (EASF) to advance regional peace and security. Read more »

Kenya: OAG Raises Concerns Over Oversight, Borrowing in Infrastructure Fund

The Office of the Auditor-General (AoG) has flagged wide-ranging legal, governance and constitutional gaps in the proposed National Infrastructure Fund Bill, warning that the draft… Read more »

Kenya: Stanchart Bank CFO Chemutai Murgor Resigns

Chemutai Murgor has resigned as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director of Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited, ending a tenure of more than 15 years. Read more »

Kenya: Ndu Hosts Gloceps Delegation to Strengthen Defence and Security Research Collaboration

The National Defence University-Kenya (NDU-K) on Wednesday hosted a high-level delegation from the Global Centre for Policy and Strategy (GLOCEPS) for strategic talks aimed at… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Expels Zimbabwean Lawyer Brian Kagoro Over Alleged Role in Funding Protests

Kenya has expelled Zimbabwean constitutional lawyer and civic advocate Brian Bright Kagoro, alleging he was involved in an externally financed effort to trigger political unrest… Read more »

Kenya: Duchess of Edinburgh Visits Kenya to Champion Women's Role in Peace and Security

The Duchess of Edinburgh has arrived in Kenya for a high-level visit aimed at strengthening the role of women in peacebuilding, security and economic growth, ahead of International… Read more »

Africa: Pope Leo to Make 10-Day Africa Trip in April

Pope Leo XIV will make a ten-day Apostolic Journey to Africa and two others in Europe, the Holy See Press Office announced on Wednesday. Read more »

Kenya: Rains to Continue Until March, Says the Weatherman

Kenyans have been advised to brace for a continiuation of the rains that have been pounding parts of Kenya, causing flash floods and some seasonal rivers bust their banks. Read more »

Kenya: Eight Health Facilities, Directors Charged Over SHA Fraud

Eight health facilities and several individuals are facing prosecution after the Director of Public Prosecutions ordered charges over alleged fraud targeting the Social Health… Read more »

Kenya: 'Officers in Victor Mutai Shooting to Face Possible Charges' - Murkomen Assures Senate

NAIROBI, Kenya Feb 25 - Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has revealed that investigations into the fatal shooting of Victor Kipngeno Mutai are at an advanced stage, with the case… Read more »

Kenya: Sh7 Billion for New Nithi Bridge Released, Reconstruction to Commence - DP Kindiki

The reconstruction of Nithi Bridge is set to commence in the next few weeks and its completion will be sped up to avert more deaths along the stretch, Deputy President Kithure… Read more »

Kenya: Ida Odinga Awaits Formal Appointment As Kenya's Representative to UNEP After MPs Approval

The National Assembly have approved Ida Odinga for appointment as Kenya's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), headquartered in Nairobi. Read more »

Kenya: Six Court of Appeal Judges Sue Government Over Unpaid Sh120 Million High Court Award

Six judges of the Court of Appeal have moved to court, accusing the government of failing to pay them compensation awarded by the High Court more than a year ago. Read more »

Kenya: EACC Summons 22 Bungoma MCAs Over Christmas Tree Lighting Probe and Sh6.6 Million Uganda Trip

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has summoned 22 Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) and staff of the County Assembly of Bungoma as investigations intensify into… Read more »

Kenya: National Assembly Approves Meja As PSC Chair Amid Debate Over Eligibility

The National Assembly has overwhelmingly approved the appointment of Francis Meja as the Chairperson of the Public Service Commission (PSC), in a vote presided over by Speaker… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto, Sakaja Reaffirm Joint Pact to Fast-Track City Service Delivery.

President William Ruto toured key development projects in Nairobi, where he inspected affordable housing sites and commissioned newly constructed classrooms, reaffirming the joint… Read more »